Dell 320 manual Boot Sequence, Unlocked

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Changes

 

 

password from being able to modify the System password. Unlocked allows a user with a valid System password to modify the system

 

 

 

password.

(Unlocked

 

 

 

default)

 

 

 

Execute

 

 

Enables or disables Execute Disable memory protection technology.

Disable

 

 

 

(On default)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Power Management

 

 

 

AC

Determines how the system responds when AC power is re-applied after a power loss. Off commands the system to stay off when the power is

Recovery

re-applied. You must press the front-panel power button before the system turns on. On commands the system to turn on when the power is

 

re-applied. Last commands the system to return to the last power state the system was in just before it was turned off.

(Off

 

 

 

default)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Auto Power

Sets the computer to automatically turn on. Off disables this feature. Everyday turns the computer on every day at the time set in Auto Power

On

Time. Weekdays turns the computer on every day from Monday through Friday at the time set in Auto Power Time.

(Off

 

 

 

default)

NOTE: This feature does not work if you turn off your computer using the switch on a power strip or surge protector.

 

 

 

 

Auto Power

Sets time to automatically turn on the computer.

Time

 

 

 

 

Time is kept in the standard 12-hour format (hours:minutes). Change the startup time by pressing the right- or left-arrow key to increase or

 

decrease the numbers, or type numbers in both the date and time fields.

 

 

 

Low Power

When Low Power Mode is selected, remote wakeup events will no longer power up the computer from Hibernate or Off via the onboard

Mode

network controller.

(Off

 

 

 

default)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Remote

This option allows the system to power up when a Network Interface Controller or Remote Wakeup-capable modem receives a wake up signal.

Wake-Up

 

 

 

 

On is the default setting. On w/ Boot to NIC will allow the computer to attempt to boot from a network prior to using the boot sequence.

(Off

 

 

 

default)

 

 

 

 

NOTE: Normally, the system can be powered up remotely from suspend mode, hibernate mode, or when powered off. When Low Power Mode

 

(in the Power Management menu) is enabled, the system can only be powered up remotely from Suspend.

 

 

 

Suspend

Sets the computer's suspend mode. The options are S1, a suspend state in which the computer is running in a low-power mode, and S3, a

Mode

suspend state in which the power is reduced or turned off for many components, however, system memory remains active.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Maintenance

 

 

 

 

 

 

Service Tag

 

Displays the Service Tag for your computer.

 

 

SERR Message

Some graphics cards require that the SERR message be disabled.

(On default)

 

 

 

 

 

Load

 

Restores system setup options to their factory defaults.

Defaults

 

 

 

 

 

 

Event Log

 

Allows you to view the Event Log. Entries are marked R for Read and U for Unread. Mark All Entries Read puts an R to the left of all the

 

 

entries. Clear Log clears the Event Log.

 

 

 

 

 

 

POST Behavior

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fastboot

 

 

When enabled, this feature reduces computer startup time by bypassing some compatibility steps. Off does not skip any steps during

 

 

 

computer startup. On starts the system more quickly.

(On default)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Numlock Key

 

 

Determines the functionality of the numeric keys on the right side of your keyboard. Off commands the right keypad keys to function as

 

 

 

arrows. On commands the right keypad keys to function as numbers.

(On default)

 

 

 

 

 

POST Hotkeys

 

Determines whether the sign-on screen displays a message stating the keystroke sequence that is required to enter the Setup program or

 

 

 

the Quickboot feature. Setup & Boot Menu displays both messages

 

 

 

(F2=Setup and F12=Boot Menu). Setup displays the setup message only (F2=Setup). Boot Menu displays the Quickboot message only

 

 

 

(F12=Boot Menu). None displays no message.

 

 

 

 

Keyboard

 

 

When set to Report (enabled) and an error is detected during POST, the BIOS will display the error message and prompt you to press <F1>

Errors

 

 

to continue or press <F2> to enter system setup.

 

 

 

When set to Do Not Report (disabled) and an error is detected during POST, the BIOS will display the error message and continue booting

 

 

 

the system.

 

 

 

 

Boot Sequence

This feature allows you to change the boot sequence for devices.

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Contents Dell OptiPlex 320 Users Guide Advanced Features LegacySelect Technology ControlManageability SecurityPassword Protection System PasswordOption Settings Assigning a System PasswordAssigning an Administrator Password Administrator PasswordDeleting or Changing an Existing System Password System Setup Disabling a Forgotten Password and Setting a New Password Entering System Setup System Setup ScreensSystem Setup Options SystemPS/2 Boot Sequence UnlockedBooting to a USB Device Changing Boot Sequence for the Current BootChanging Boot Sequence for Future Boots Memory KeyFloppy Drive Clearing Forgotten PasswordsJumper Setting Description Clearing Cmos Settings Power ManagementHyper-Threading Click Hardware and click Device ManagerSleep Mode Wake-Up Methods Windows XP Battery Back to Contents Before You Begin Recommended ToolsTurning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your ComputerPage Cleaning Your Computer Computer, Keyboard, and MonitorMouse CDs and DVDsBack to Contents Connecting Multiple Monitors Connecting Two to Three Monitors Using Surround ViewChanging the Display Settings Front View Desktop ComputerAbout Your Desktop Computer Back-Panel Connectors Back ViewInside Your Computer System Board Components Installing an Expansion Card PCI and PCI Express CardsRemoving an Expansion Card Back to Contents Processor Removing the ProcessorInstalling the Processor Back to Contents General Installation Guidelines Connecting Drive CablesDrive Interface Connectors IDE Drive Connector Serial ATA ConnectorPower Cable Connectors Connecting and Disconnecting Drive CablesCD/DVD Drive IDE Drive AddressingInstalling a CD/DVD Drive Floppy Drive Removing a Floppy DriveInstalling a Floppy Drive Hard Drive Removing a Hard DriveInstalling a Hard Drive Back to Contents Replacing the I/O Panel PanelRemoving the I/O Panel Power Supply Replacing the Power SupplyDC Power Connectors Pin Number Signal name AWG WirePin Number Signal Name 18-AWG Wire Pin Number Signal Name 22-AWG WireBack to Contents Removing the Computer Cover Desktop Computer Specifications Connectors DrivesKey Combinations Controls and LightsEnvironmental PowerPhysical FCC Notice U.S. Only FCC Class BSupport.dell.com Finding InformationWhat Are You Looking For? Find It Here Click Start→ Help and Support Dell Support Website support.dell.comSelect Drivers & Downloads and click Go See Drivers and Utilities CD also known as ResourceCD Online Services Getting HelpTechnical Assistance Ftp.dell.comProblems With Your Order AutoTech ServiceAutomated Order-Status Service Technical Support ServiceContacting Dell Diagnostics ChecklistBefore You Call Antigua and Barbuda Argentina Buenos AiresAruba Australia SydneyCanada North York Ontario011 Cayman IslandsDenmark Copenhagen DominicaDominican Republic EcuadorGrenada GuatemalaGuyana Hong KongJapan Kawasaki Korea SeoulLatin America Website support.euro.dell.com LuxembourgNetherlands Antilles Netherlands AmsterdamNew Zealand Website support.ap.dell.com Nicaragua005 Slovakia PragueWebsite support.euro.dell.com South Africa Johannesburg 09/091Website support.ap.dell.com Thailand Trinidad/TobagoTurks and Caicos Islands Customer Care BracknellVirgin Islands VenezuelaGlossary Device driver See driver Docking device See APRPage Page Module bay See media bay NIC See network adapterPage Video resolution See resolution Back to Contents Memory DDR2 Memory OverviewInstalling Memory Removing MemoryBack to Contents Mini Tower Computer Abbreviations and AcronymsMini Tower Computer About Your Mini Tower ComputerBack View Inside Your Computer System Board Components Back to Contents Installing a Expansion Card Installing a Expansion Card Removing an Expansion CardPage Removing an Expansion Card Back to Contents Processor Installing the Processor Page Back to Contents Data Cable Connectors IDE Data Cable Connector Sata Data Cable ConnectorIDE Drive Power Connector Sata Power Connector Hard Drive Hard drive Release tabs Adding a Second Hard Drive Page Drive-Panel Inserts Removing the Floppy Drive Installing the Floppy Drive CD/DVD Drive Removing a CD/DVD Drive Back to Contents Panel Power Supply Pspwrgood DC Power Connectors P3 and P5 DC Power Connectors P8 and P9 Removing the Computer Cover Mini Tower Computer Specifications Cards Full-height cards supported Power Microsoft Windows XP Features Transferring Information to a New ComputerUser Accounts and Fast User Switching Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkClick Checklist for creating a network Replacing the Computer Cover Desktop Computer Reinstalling Drivers and the Operating System What Is a Driver?Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities DriversUsing the Optional Drivers and Utilities CD Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreCreating a Restore Point Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XP Undoing the Last System RestoreEnabling System Restore Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating StateWindows XP Setup Reinstalling Windows XPBooting From the Operating System CD Next Solving Problems Battery ProblemsDrive Problems CD and DVD drive problemsKeyboard Problems Lockups and Software ProblemsHard drive problems Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW driveOther software problems Computer does not start upComputer stops responding Program stops respondingMemory Problems Mouse ProblemsNetwork Problems Power ProblemsPrinter Problems Restoring Default SettingsNo sound from speakers Serial or Parallel Device ProblemsSound and Speaker Problems If the screen is blank Video and Monitor ProblemsNo sound from headphones Check the diagnostic lights See Diagnostic Lights If the screen is difficult to readSystem Board Removing the System BoardReplacing the System Board System Board ScrewsBack to Contents Models Dcsm and Dcne September 2006 P/N JK524 Rev. A01 Troubleshooting Tools and Utilities Dell DiagnosticsWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveDell Diagnostics Main Menu Power Light Problem Description Suggested ResolutionSystem Lights Option FunctionDiagnostic Lights Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested ResolutionBeep Codes Code CauseError Messages Click the Change or Remove Program iconOperating system not found Read fault Requested sector not found Reset failed Microsoft Windows XP Click Performance and Maintenance and click SystemResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Warranty
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