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RhettRhett (Not even a monkey)
in Zocalo v2.0
So... I cannot get into bios anymore. Usually when I boot up my PC I can hit F1 to enter setup. However, not the F1 key will not bring me to setup (no key will). So here is my retarded question. What is the normal way to get into BIOS (I am trying to figure out what my motherboard is)? Also, I am looking for a good place to find out what my motherboard is compatable. This computer was a ~2000$ Gateway machine that I got around Christmas 2001 (I think). Has a 1GH Athlon processor with a GeForce 2 MX card. I am looking to upgrade the RAM, graphics card, and if I have enough money the processor (if possible, considering I can boost it by 50% for under 100$). So, I figure any graphics card is compatable (I have an AGP port). However, I need to know what exactly I can get (processor and RAM wise). So, when I figure out my motherboard I will come here for help on these things. Thanks in advance.

Sorry, its AGP. Again, the only thing I want to find is what the motherboard is.

[This message has been edited by rhett (edited 01-22-2003).]

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  • JackNJackN <font color=#99FF99>Lightwave Alien</font>
    [quote]Originally posted by rhett:
    [b]So... I cannot get into bios anymore. Usually when I boot up my PC I can hit F1 to enter setup. However, not the F1 key will not bring me to setup (no key will). So here is my retarded question. What is the normal way to get into BIOS (I am trying to figure out what my motherboard is)? Also, I am looking for a good place to find out what my motherboard is compatable. This computer was a ~2000 Gateway machine that I got around Christmas 2001 (I think). Has a 1GH Athlon processor with a GeForce 2 MX card. I am looking to upgrade the RAM, graphics card, and if I have enough money the processor (if possible, considering I can boost it by 50% for under 100$). So, I figure any graphics card is compatable (I have an AGP port). However, I need to know what exactly I can get (processor and RAM wise). So, when I figure out my motherboard I will come here for help on these things. Thanks in advance. [/b][/quote]


    If that GF2 MX is PCI, I'll take it off your hands... [img]http://216.15.145.59/mainforums/biggrin.gif[/img]
  • Mr_BungleMr_Bungle Ranger
    You could reset your BIOS from the motherboard; I don't know what you might have changed to advise specifically, sorry [img]http://216.15.145.59/mainforums/frown.gif[/img]
  • BigglesBiggles <font color=#AAFFAA>The Man Without a Face</font>
    The standard key is DEL. Many manufacturers (like HP, Dell, etc) use F1 or F2 or F-something.

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  • AnlaShokAnlaShok Democrat From Hell
    I know this sounds silly, but make sure your F1 key is actually working. The keyboard is much more likely to develop problems than the BIOS. Swap the keyboard with another computer's next time you boot up and see if you can get into the BIOS with it.

    For system specs, go to Gateway's website. Your model number should be on that computer somewhere.

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  • Random ChaosRandom Chaos Actually Carefully-selected Order in disguise
    To get all the specs of your system, here is a handy tool:
    [url="http://www.sisoftware.co.uk/?dir=&location=update&a=&lang=en"]http://www.sisoftware.co.uk/?dir=&location=update&a=&lang=en[/url]

    Sandra by SiSoftware. It installs as a Control Panel and gives you all system specs. And the freeware version is all you will ever need!
  • RhettRhett (Not even a monkey)
    RC, I am checking out the site right now. Thanks for the info guys. [img]http://216.15.145.59/mainforums/smile.gif[/img]
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