BIOS Screen not showing up?

james09870

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I tried to get to the BIOS settings to check if my computer is running integrated graphics or not, and I can't access it at all.

Whenever my PC boots up there is a short black screen (no signal) and then it starts up, which is the BIOS/boot up screen. I pressed DEL and my computer stayed black, so it is actually 'accessing' it I guess. Maybe a fault with the monitor?

I want to see if my computer is running integrated graphics, and if so change it to my video card.
 
Hey, James!

You may have selected the quick boot or the boot logo settings accidentally, which replaces the BIOS display to make the system boot faster.
I'd most probably try to clear the CMOS battery (removing it and then putting it back in). This will erase all BIOS settings you've done manually and it will basically force you to enter the BIOS on the next boot. Then I'd advice you to set up BIOS to a "restore to factory defaults".

Hope this will help!
Good luck! :)
 

james09870

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Is it OK if I take it out while the computer is still assembled? Or will I have to take it apart?
EDIT: Ok, I might as well just ask: How should I go about doing it?
 


Hi again,

Here's a link that gives you 3 different methods to reset the BIOS settings step by step:
http://www.wikihow.com/Reset-Your-BIOS
Remember: You need to unplug the computer for sure! And be careful with the ESD. Static discharges can damage or destroy your computer parts. Touch a metal object before working inside the computer and avoid doing this in areas with fabric surfaces.
 

james09870

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Hi, sorry for the late reply

I tried to remove my CMOS battery but it doesn't seem to budge. I think i felt something under it but i'm not sure. My motherboard: Gigabyte Z97X-SLI