Resolved BIOS Hard Disk Priority

Bill,

The issue is resolved, the problem is Pheonix-Award BIOS help is not clear...

PgUp/PgDn is required not +/-

 

Oops! Thanks.

 

Since batteries are inexpensive, little is lost if that is not the problem. I would power down AND UNPLUG the computer from the wall. Open the side panel, touch bare metal of the case to discharge any static and put you and the computer "at the same potential ". Then pry out the battery with a non-metallic object, being careful not to scratch the motherboard. Note the polarity (orientation) of the battery in the socket.

Visit your local camera/watch/battery counter and get a new battery, most likely a CR2032. Take the old battery with you as most counters recycle.

Do NOT touch the new battery with your bare skin as skin oils attract dust and promote corrosion. I put a clean sock over my hand. Be sure to touch bare metal again before reaching in, especially after sliding the sock over your hand. Insert the battery in the same orientation as the old - it should only go in one way, unless forced.

While inside, make sure the case, fans, and heatsinks are all free of heat trapping dust and dirt. Carefully press on all cables and connections to ensure they are tight and secure.

Connect power and boot directly into the BIOS Setup Menu. Set your date and time, then your boot order. Make sure you select Save and Exit on your way out to boot normally with the new settings.

But that is still good advice.