BIOS settings are a frequent problem for many PC users. Does your computer lock up? Have you noticed poor performance or erratic behavior? These may be due to your PC's BIOS settings. Do cryptic, badly written motherboard manuals leave you in the dark? PC BIOS Internals shines a light on BIOS operations.This guide provides a description of each BIOS (the AMI and Award BIOSes are the most popular) function and tips for their settings. PC BIOS Internals will help newbies decipher BIOS settings and more advanced users to optimize their systems. It could even keep you from a painful and pointless visit to your local computer store!PC BIOS Internals covers: - BIOS secrets and expert tips- BIOS error messages and what they mean- Complete BIOS reference guide- PnP (Plug and Play) information and IRQs and what they mean- Maximizing Memory Management- Optimal hard drive and peripheral settings