Dell 3000 manual Option Settings, Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot

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Numlock Key

This option involves the rightmost bank of keys on your keyboard. When set

 

to On (default), this option activates the numeric and mathematical

 

features shown at the top of each key. When set to Off, this option activates

 

the cursor-control functions labeled on the bottom of each key.

 

 

OS Install

This setting turns the OS Install Mode either On or Off (default).

 

 

POST Hotkeys

This option allows you to specify the function keys to display on the screen

 

when the computer starts.

 

 

Keyboard Errors

This option disables or enables keyboard error reporting when the computer

 

starts.

 

 

Boot Sequence

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

Option Settings

•Diskette Drive — The computer attempts to boot from the floppy drive. If the floppy disk in the drive is not bootable, if no floppy disk is in the drive, or if there is no floppy drive installed in the computer, the computer generates an error message.

•Hard Drive — The computer attempts to boot from the primary hard drive. If no operating system is on the drive, the computer generates an error message.

•CD Drive — The computer attempts to boot from the CD drive. If no CD is in the drive, or if the CD has no operating system, the computer generates an error message.

•USB Flash Device — Insert the memory device into a USB port and restart the computer. When F12 = Boot Menu appears in the upper-right corner of the screen, press <F12>. The BIOS detects the device and adds the USB flash option to the boot menu.

NOTE: To boot to a USB device, the device must be bootable. To make sure your device is bootable, check the device documentation.

Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot

You can use this feature, for example, to restart your computer to a USB device such as a floppy drive, memory key, or CD-RW drive.

NOTE: If you are booting to a USB floppy drive, you must first set the floppy drive to OFF in system setup (see page 80).

1If you are booting to a USB device, connect the USB device to a USB connector (see page 53).

2Turn on (or restart) your computer.

3 When F2 = Setup, F12 = Boot Menu appears in the upper-right corner of the screen, press <F12>.

If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop. Then shut down your computer (see page 45) and try again.

The Boot Device Menu appears, listing all available boot devices. Each device has a number next to it.

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Contents Network adapter connector Service tag Floppy drive light Power light Power buttonW . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Abbreviations and Acronyms Contents Advanced Troubleshooting Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreAppendix Tips on using Microsoft Windows XP What Are You Looking For? Find It Here Warranty informationHow to play CDs and DVDs How to use standby mode and hibernate modeWhen you use Use the Service Tag toWarranty, and repair information Specifications, and white papersConnecting a USB Printer Setting Up a PrinterSetting Up and Using Your Computer Printer CableUSB connector on computer Connecting a Parallel PrinterConnecting to a Network Adapter Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkNetwork Setup Wizard Connecting to the InternetClick Checklist for creating a network Click Connect to the Internet Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionIf you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP Using Blank CDs and DVDs How to Copy a CD or DVDCopying CDs and DVDs Media Type Read Write Rewritable Helpful TipsClick Hardware and click Device Manager Hyper-ThreadingBattery Problems Troubleshooting TipsDrive Problems Solving ProblemsProblems writing to a CD/DVD-RW drive CD and DVD drive problemsHard drive problems Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsUse these characters in filenames Error MessagesProduct Information Guide Ieee 1394 Device ProblemsLockups and Software Problems Keyboard ProblemsComputer does not start up Computer stops respondingProgram crashes repeatedly Program stops respondingProgram is designed for an earlier Windows operating system Solid blue screen appearsOther software problems Memory ProblemsMouse Problems Power Problems Network ProblemsPrinter Problems Scanner Problems No sound from speakers Sound and Speaker ProblemsNo sound from headphones Video and Monitor ProblemsIf the screen is blank If the screen is difficult to read Solving Problems Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution Diagnostic LightsIf the problem persists, contact Dell see Advanced TroubleshootingRemove the card, reinstall it see Problem Description Suggested ResolutionIf the problem still exists, install a If the problem persists orRestarting the computer see Determine if a conflict exists bySee Ensure that the cables are properlyDell Diagnostics Main Menu Dell DiagnosticsOption Function Tab Function Reinstalling Drivers What Is a Driver?Drivers Identifying DriversManually Reinstalling Drivers Using Windows XP Device Driver RollbackRestoring Your Operating System Creating a Restore Point Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Undoing the Last System Restore Using Dell PC Restore by SymantecEnabling System Restore Removing Dell PC Restore Reinstalling Windows XP Using the Operating System CDBefore You Begin Dell Operating System CDResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Before You Begin Removing and Installing PartsRecommended Tools Turning Off Your ComputerBefore Working Inside Your Computer Front View Front and Back View of the ComputerBack View Modem connector Removing the Computer Cover Cable from your monitor into the blue connectorComputer cover Cover latch Back of computer Inside View of Your Computer Memory System Board ComponentsDDR Memory Overview Memory Installation GuidelinesSecuring clips Connector Removing and Installing Parts Installing MemoryNotch Memory module Cutouts Crossbar CardsSecuring screw Filler bracket Removing and Installing Parts Installing a PCI CardPCI Cards Not fully seated card Fully seated card Bracket Card Card cutoutRemoving a PCI Card Removing the Front Panel Front PanelSide hinges Front panel Top tab Tabs Insert Removing the Front-Panel InsertReattaching the Front Panel DrivesSide hinges Front panel Connecting Drive Cables General Installation GuidelinesDrive Interface Connectors Power Cable ConnectorHard Drive Power cable Data cableRemoving a Hard Drive Small bracket tabs Drive bracket Drive bracketInstalling a Hard Drive Removing a Floppy Drive Floppy DriveTop bracket screw Drive bracket Floppy drive Installing a Floppy DriveCD/DVD Drive Removing a CD/DVD Drive Data cable Power cableAdding a Second CD or DVD Drive Installing a CD/DVD DriveDrive Securing screw Drive Alignment screwsSecond CD/DVD connector secondary drive BatteryBattery Battery socket Tab Replacing the Computer Cover Removing and Installing Parts Specifications Connectors Connectors Three Connector size PinsVideo AudioPower Connectors PS/2 keyboard and mouseInformation Backup battery WattageOverview System SetupSystem Setup Screens Entering System Setup To Off, AT , PS/2 , EPP , or ECP System Setup OptionsSystem Password option Mode settingCOM3 ManufacturerRemotely from Suspend Up from Hibernate or OffDisk Option Settings Boot SequenceChanging Boot Sequence for the Current Boot Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots Clearing Forgotten PasswordsDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsDefinition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals FCC Notices U.S. OnlyClass a Class B FCC Identification Information Contacting DellArgentina Buenos Aires Antigua and BarbudaAruba Australia SydneyBarbados BahamasBelgium Brussels BermudaChile Santiago Cayman IslandsCosta Rica 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