A technician has assembled a new computer and must now configure the BIOS. At which point must a key be pressed to start the BIOS setup program?

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A technician has assembled a new computer and must now configure the BIOS. At which point must a key be pressed to start the BIOS setup program?

  • before the computer is powered on
  • during the Windows load process
  • during the POST
  • after the POST, but before Windows starts to load

Explanation: To enter the BIOS setup program, you must press the proper key or key sequence during POST. Many motherboards will display graphics while the computer is checking hardware and waiting for the proper key press for the user to enter the BIOS.

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