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Old 01-25-2007, 03:17 AM   #1
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Another new 1st new build

Confused about cmos/bios config? I have a MSI K9VGM MOBO! on first boot do you have to clear the cmos and config. the bios or dose the manu. set there boards to defalt settings? I have read alot about this and almost always there is a fdd involved. My build will not have a fd installed but will have a 16x dvd burner and a 250gb wd hd (SATA). Any sugg. will be very helpfull, Thanks people for letting me share...
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Old 01-25-2007, 08:57 AM   #2
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Is your new computer built already or are you trying to prepare for the build?

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Old 01-25-2007, 02:25 PM   #3
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You shouldn't have to reset the CMOS when building your system (at least that is what I made out of your wording). Everything should be recognized nicely if it is all compatible.
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Old 01-27-2007, 05:38 AM   #4
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Hey! this rig of mine is 1/2 assembled, just waiting on two more parts and then i will be able to populate the mobo and ease it into the rig for all it's connections. I guess what i'm trying to ask is on the 1st boot if all the fans are running the hard drive spins up and i hear that nice little beep can i just continue on without having to set time,date in the bios and go directly to formatting the hd and installing the os? ANY info will speed things along...THANX...
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Have you done this yet?

http://forum.pcmech.com/showthread.php?t=132409

It's highly recommended to validate your core components.

Do your bios settings just before you install the OS.
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Old 01-29-2007, 04:18 PM   #6
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No i haven't! I'm still waiting on my processor(amd 64 x2 4600)to have all my parts in front of me before i dig in. I hear mixed opinions on weather i should verify my core components in the bios but on the other hand i always that you need to set the date and time. The mobo is a msi k9vgm!.....Thanks Friend!!!
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Old 01-29-2007, 06:09 PM   #7
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The out of case powerup validates the core components.

I set the bios on the first powerup IN the case.
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