How to Format a Computer Through the BIOS
- 1). Insert the boot disc into the computer and restart it.
- 2). Press the key indicated during the startup messages (typically one of the "F" keys) to enter BIOS.
- 3). Click the "Boot Options" menu and select "Primary Boot Device."
- 4). Select the type of drive containing the boot disc, whether the floppy drive or the CD drive. Press "Enter" to confirm.
- 5). Press "Esc" and "Y" to reset. Press any key when prompted to boot from the disc.
- 6). Type "format c:" and press "Enter." Press "Y" to confirm.
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