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How To Change To Ahci Mode On Compaq Presario Cq43 Bios

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HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7 - Page 11

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HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7 - Page 56

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HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7 - Page 57

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HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7 - Page 62

... esc while the "Press the ESC key for the types of devices installed, the startup sequence of the computer, and the amount of Setup Utility (BIOS) 1. Changing the language of system and extended memory. Use the arrow keys to select a language, and then press enter. 4. Turn on the system (such as disk...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7 - Page 63

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HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7 - Page 64

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HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7 - Page 72

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Compaq Presario CQ43 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 96

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Compaq Presario CQ43 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 98

... were set at the factory, follow the on -screen instructions. 5. Your changes go into effect when the computer restarts. Most BIOS updates on the HP Web site. To return all settings in Setup Utility ... Setup Utility menus are packaged in Setup Utility NOTE: Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode. Then use the arrow keys to the menu display. Some download packages contain...
Compaq Presario CQ43 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 99

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