Lenovo 7821, 7782, 7824, 7823 Using the Setup Utility program, Starting the Setup Utility program

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Chapter 6. Using the Setup Utility program

The Setup Utility program is used to view and change the configuration settings of your computer, regardless of which operating system you are using. However, the operating system settings might override any similar settings in the Setup Utility program.

Starting the Setup Utility program

To start the Setup Utility program, do the following:

1.Make sure your computer is turned off.

2.Repeatedly press and release the F1 key when turning on the computer. When you hear multiple beeps or see a logo screen, release the F1 key.

Note: If a Power-On Password or an Administrator Password has been set, the Setup Utility program menu will not be displayed until you type the correct password. For more information, see “Using passwords” on page 59.

When the POST detects that the hard disk drive has been removed from your computer or the memory module size has decreased, an error message will be displayed when you start the computer and you will be prompted to do one of the following:

•Press F1 to enter the Setup Utility program. After you enter the Setup Utility program, press F10 to save the settings and exit the Setup Utility program. The error message will not be displayed again.

•Press F2 to bypass the error message and log in to the operating system.

Viewing and changing settings

The Setup Utility program menu lists various items about the system configuration. To view or change settings, start the Setup Utility program. See “Starting the Setup Utility program” on page 59. Then, follow the instructions on the screen.

You can use either the keyboard or the mouse to navigate through BIOS menu choices. The keys used to perform various tasks are displayed at the bottom of each screen.

Using passwords

By using the Setup Utility program, you can set passwords to prevent unauthorized access to your computer and data. The following types of passwords are available:

•Power-On Password

•Administrator Password

•Hard Disk Password

You do not have to set any passwords to use your computer. However, using passwords improves computing security. If you decide to set any passwords, read the following sections.

Password considerations

A password can be any combination of up to 64 alphabetic and numeric characters. For security reasons, it is recommended to use a strong password that cannot be easily compromised. To set a strong password, use the following guidelines:

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Contents ThinkStation User Guide Fourth Edition June Copyright Lenovo 2011 Contents Appendix A. Notices Important safety information Service and upgradesStatic electricity prevention Extension cords and related devices Power cords and power adaptersPlugs and outlets External devicesHeat and product ventilation Operating environment Modem safety informationPower supply statement Cleaning and maintenanceLaser compliance statement Viii ThinkStation User Guide Product overview FeaturesConnectivity Power supply Dimensions SpecificationsSoftware provided by Lenovo Software overviewLocations Adobe Reader Antivirus softwareFront connector, control, and indicator locations Connector Description Locating connectors on the rear of your computerThat use a DisplayPort connector Component locations Locating componentsSystem board part locations Locating parts on the system boardMachine type and model label Locating internal drivesMachine type and model label ThinkStation User Guide You and your computer Accessibility and comfortArranging your workspace ComfortGlare and lighting Air circulationElectrical outlets and cable lengths Replacement power cords Voltage-selection switchRegister your computer with Lenovo Moving your computer to another country or regionThinkStation User Guide Security Security featuresLocking the computer cover Installing a padlockUsing passwords Bios passwordsAttaching an integrated cable lock Configuring the fingerprint reader Windows passwordsUsing and understanding firewalls Protecting data against virusesSecurity ThinkStation User Guide Installing or replacing hardware Installing or replacing hardwareInstalling external options Handling static-sensitive devicesRemoving the computer cover Removing the computer coverInstalling or replacing a PCI card Removing and reinstalling the front bezelOpening the PCI card latch Removing a PCI card Installing a PCI card Installing or replacing a memory moduleRemoving a memory module Installing a memory module Installing or replacing the optical driveRemoving the optical drive Replacing the card reader Installing the optical driveRemoving the card reader Replacing the power supply assembly Removing the screws for the power supply assembly Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly Removing the heat sink and fan assembly Removing the primary hard disk drive Replacing the primary hard disk driveInstalling the hard disk drive into the bracket Replacing the secondary hard disk drive Installing the primary hard disk driveRemoving the secondary hard disk drive Installing the secondary hard disk drive Replacing the front fan assemblyRemoving the front fan assembly Installing the front fan assembly Replacing the rear fan assemblyRemoving the rear fan assembly Replacing the keyboard or mouse Installing the rear fan assemblyConnecting the USB keyboard or mouse Completing the parts replacementObtaining device drivers Recovery information Creating and using recovery mediaCreating recovery media Using recovery media Performing backup and recovery operationsPerforming a backup operation Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace Performing a recovery operationCreating and using a rescue medium Using a rescue mediumCreating a rescue medium Reinstalling preinstalled applications Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device driversReinstalling software programs Reinstalling device driversSolving recovery problems Recovery information ThinkStation User Guide Starting the Setup Utility program Using the Setup Utility programViewing and changing settings Password considerationsAdministrator Password Power-On PasswordHard Disk Password Setting, changing, and deleting a passwordEnabling or disabling a device Selecting a startup deviceSelecting a temporary startup device Selecting or changing the startup device sequence Enabling ErP compliance modeSmart performance choices Exiting the Setup Utility programThinkStation User Guide Configuring RAID Creating RAID volumesRAID Level Resetting disks to non-RAID Deleting RAID volumesUsing system programs Updating flashing the Bios from a discUpdating system programs Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure Updating flashing the Bios from your operating systemBasic troubleshooting Troubleshooting and diagnosticsLenovo Solution Center Diagnostic programsPC-Doctor for DOS Lenovo ThinkVantage ToolboxCleaning an optical mouse Lenovo DiagnosticsGetting information, help, and service Using the documentation and diagnostic programs Help and serviceCalling for service Lenovo Support Web sitePurchasing additional services Using other servicesThinkStation User Guide Appendix A. Notices Trademarks Export classification notice Appendix B. Regulatory informationTelevision output notice Electronic emissions noticesIndustry Canada Class B emission compliance statement Additional regulatory information ThinkStation User Guide Appendix C. Weee and recycling information Important Weee InformationRecycling information Recycling information for Brazil Battery recycling information for TaiwanBattery recycling information for the European Union ThinkStation User Guide Ukraine RoHS China RoHS Turkish RoHSIndia RoHS CRU IndexSetting, changing, deleting Page ThinkStation User Guide Page 1P0A74582
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