Objective
Configure multiple critical BIOS settings to properly set up a new workstation. This comprehensive lab covers essential BIOS configuration tasks that IT professionals encounter during system deployment.
Tasks Overview
Complete the following configuration tasks in order:
- System Date/Time: Correct system time after CMOS battery failure (05/09/2025, 09:30 AM)
- Virtualization: Enable Intel VT-x for virtual machine support
- Boot Mode: Switch from Legacy BIOS to UEFI mode
- Boot Priority: Set Windows Boot Manager as first boot device
- Security: Set supervisor password and enable Secure Boot
- Save Configuration: Press F10 to save all changes
Navigation Controls
- ↑ ↓ Arrow Keys: Navigate menu items and settings
- ENTER: Select menu or enter submenu
- + / -: Increment/decrement values or change boot priority
- F10: Save configuration and exit
- ESC: Return to previous menu
💡 Tip: Follow the tasks in order as some settings depend on others. For example, Secure Boot requires UEFI mode to be enabled first.
Configure system date/time
Enable Virtualization Technology
Set boot priority (Windows Boot Manager)