RESARE, GWYNETH O.

BSICT 2A

V. Self-Evaluation
I. Identification:
Identify the following acronyms:

1. BIOS - is known as basic input and output system. It is a program used by the
processor of the computer to get the system started once it is turned on. The main
function of the BIOS is to manage the data flow between computer’s operating
system and attached devices like hard disk, keyboard, mouse and etc. It is a type of
firmware used by the processor during the booting process.

2. POST - The Power On Self Test, or POST, is a diagnostic procedure that a computer
performs when it boots up and is stored in the ROM BIOS on the motherboard. Once
the computer is switched on, POST begins to test the hardware of your PC that
carries out a series of processes associated with the BIOS to ensure that your PC
devices are working well. Whether on a MAC or a Windows computer, the POST is
done every time the system is turned on or restarted.

II. Enumeration
1. What are the 3 common keys used to access the BIOS.
 F1
 F2
 Del key

2. Enumerate the steps on how to set-up the CD-ROM as the first boot device.

 Press boot key (Del or specified key) to enter BIOS setup utility.
 Using the direction keys, make selection of "Advanced BIOS Features".
 Then access Advanced BIOS setting by pressing Enter key.
 Using up/ down arrow keys Select "First Boot Device".
 Using up and down keys, select "CD-ROM ".
 Go back to "BIOS setting screen" by Pressing ESC key.
 Select " Save & Exit Setup".

III. Essay:

1. Why do we need to set the computer to boot from the CD-ROM drive?
For us to be able to use our device to complete various tasks, we must configure the
computer to boot from the CD-ROM drive or any other bootable media, such as USB
drives. These tasks includes: recovering our data from unforeseen issues or update
errors. If there are updates that didn't go through or weren't completely completed,
we may be able to execute recoveries through recovery images with the use of
bootable disks. This is possible with Windows 8 and 10 OS. Returning from the
previous functional state. We can also restore their OS to its previous operating form
by using bootable DVDs. When updates fail or anything happens to the device,
errors may happen. Reformat the device and performing clean installation. When we
want to reformat their disk and performs clean installation, bootable disks could be
of great use.