Disable BIOS Memory Options
You may wish to disable BIOS memory options if you are experiencing performance issues or errors on your computer. BIOS stands for "basic input output system," and it controls settings for your hardware, including your memory timings, processor speed, and many other functions. You can improve system performance by disabling shadowing and cache memory options. Enter your computer's BIOS (hit the designated key while your computer is booting up) to learn how to disable BIOS memory options.
Steps
- Choose to restart your system by picking the appropriate command in the start menu.
- Hit the correct key to enter into your system's BIOS screen. It should be one of the function keys (F1, F5, or the most common F8 key, for example), the Esc or Delete key. The correct key to push should be indicated on your screen as your system first starts to boot up. This screen can flash by very quickly, so be ready to quickly scan your eyes over the screen in order to find the correct key to press to enter into your system's BIOS. If you miss it, simply manually restart your computer by hitting the restart button on your computer. This is usually the smaller of two buttons located on the front of your computer.
- Select the advanced settings option by using the arrow keys on your keyboard to move the highlighted bar. Hit the Enter key when you have the advanced settings options selected.
- Find the options for Shadowing and Cacheable RAM and hit the Enter button.
- Choose to disable both Shadowing and Cacheable RAM.
- Exit by hitting the Esc key.
- Press the Y key to save the changes that you have made. Your computer will now restart and boot up with the Shadowing and Cacheable RAM options disabled.
Warnings
- Take extra care when accessing your system's BIOS. Unless you know what you are doing, you should not alter anything other than what is listed above. In particular, tampering with your memory or processor settings could well have adverse effects on your computer. Many computers also have built-in safety mechanics which automatically shut down your computer if its temperature exceeds a certain point. This function is to protect your computer from overheating. An overheated computer can ultimately fry, which will destroy certain parts of your computer, which will then need to be replaced, in order for the computer to operate again.
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