Dell Dimension B 110, 1100 manual Option Settings, Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot

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POST Behavior

Fastboot

When set to On (default), your computer starts more quickly because it

 

skips certain configurations and tests.

 

 

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 82).

1If you are booting to a USB device, connect the USB device to a USB connector (see page 54).

2Turn on (or restart) your computer.

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Contents Service tag Floppy drive light Power light Power button Network adapter connectorW . 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 What Are You Looking For? Find It Here Warranty information Finding InformationFinding Information Order status, warranty, and repair information Use the Service Tag toWhen you use Service Code to directPrinter Cable Setting Up a PrinterConnecting a USB Printer Setting Up and Using Your ComputerUSB connector on computer Connecting a Parallel PrinterConnecting to a Network Adapter Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkConnecting to the Internet Network Setup WizardClick Checklist for creating a network Setting Up Your Internet Connection Click Connect to the InternetIf you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP Playing CDs and DVDs DVD player includes the following basic buttons Adjusting the Volume800 by 600 pixels Adjusting the PictureHow to Copy a CD or DVD Copying CDs and DVDsUsing Blank CDs and DVDs Helpful TipsMedia Type Read Write Rewritable Click Hardware and click Device Manager Hyper-ThreadingSolving Problems Troubleshooting TipsBattery Problems Drive 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 ProblemsComputer stops responding Keyboard ProblemsLockups and Software Problems Computer does not start upSolid blue screen appears Program stops respondingProgram crashes repeatedly Program is designed for an earlier Windows operating systemOther software problems Memory ProblemsMouse Problems Power Problems Network ProblemsPrinter Problems Scanner Problems No sound from speakers Sound and Speaker ProblemsVideo and Monitor Problems No sound from headphonesIf the screen is blank If the screen is difficult to read Solving Problems Advanced Troubleshooting Diagnostic LightsLight Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution If the problem persists, contact Dell seeIf the problem persists or Problem Description Suggested ResolutionRemove the card, reinstall it see If the problem still exists, install aEnsure that the cables are properly Determine if a conflict exists byRestarting the computer see SeeDell Diagnostics Dell Diagnostics Main MenuOption Function Tab Function Identifying Drivers What Is a Driver?Reinstalling Drivers DriversUsing Windows XP Device Driver Rollback Manually Reinstalling DriversRestoring Your Operating System Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Creating a Restore PointRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec Undoing the Last System RestoreEnabling System Restore Removing Dell PC Restore Dell Operating System CD Using the Operating System CDReinstalling Windows XP Before You BeginResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Turning Off Your Computer Removing and Installing PartsBefore You Begin Recommended ToolsBefore Working Inside Your Computer Front View Front and Back View of the ComputerBack View Cable from your monitor into the blue connector Modem connectorComputer cover Cover latch Back of computer Removing the Computer CoverInside View of Your Computer CD/DVD audio connector J9C1 Floppy drive connector IDE drive connector CD/DVD driveConnector J6J1 J7J2 Main power connector J3J1 Internal speaker LS9J1 Password jumperMemory Installation Guidelines MemoryDDR Memory Overview Installing Memory Notch Memory module Cutouts Crossbar Securing clips ConnectorInstalling a PCI Card CardsPCI Cards Card Card cutout Securing screw Filler bracketNot fully seated card Fully seated card Bracket Removing a PCI CardFront Panel Side hinges Front panel Top tab Removing the Front PanelTabs Insert Removing the Front-Panel InsertDrives Reattaching the Front PanelSide hinges Front panel Power Cable Connector General Installation GuidelinesConnecting Drive Cables Drive Interface ConnectorsPower cable Data cable Hard DriveRemoving a Hard Drive Small bracket tabs Drive bracket Drive bracketInstalling a Hard Drive Power cable Data cable Removing and Installing Parts Floppy DriveRemoving a Floppy Drive Top bracket screw Drive bracket Floppy drive Installing a Floppy DrivePower cable Data cable Data cable Power cable CD/DVD DriveRemoving a CD/DVD Drive Installing a CD/DVD Drive Drive Alignment screws Adding a Second CD or DVD DriveDrive Securing screw Battery Replacing the Computer Cover Battery Battery socket TabRemoving and Installing Parts Specifications Audio Connectors Three Connector size PinsConnectors VideoWattage Connectors PS/2 keyboard and mousePower Information Backup batteryOverview System SetupSystem Setup Screens Entering System SetupSystem System Setup OptionsCOM3 Mode settingSystem Password option To Off, AT, PS/2, EPP, or ECPUp from Hibernate or Off Remotely from SuspendDisk Boot Sequence Option SettingsChanging Boot Sequence for the Current Boot Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots Clearing Forgotten Passwords Floppy Drive Cleaning Your ComputerComputer, Keyboard, and Monitor MouseDefinition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. OnlyCDs and DVDs FCC Notices U.S. Only Definition of Third-Party Software and PeripheralsClass a Class B FCC Identification Information Contacting DellAustralia Sydney Antigua and BarbudaArgentina Buenos Aires ArubaBermuda BahamasBarbados Belgium BrusselsChile Santiago Cayman IslandsCosta Rica ColombiaEcuador Denmark Copenhagen Website support.euro.dell.comDominica Dominican RepublicFrance Paris Montpellier Website support.euro.dell.com Home and Small BusinessCorporate Guatemala 100Greece Website support.euro.dell.com Grenada101 IndiaIreland Cherrywood Website support.euro.dell.com Jamaica 102Korea Seoul 103Malaysia Penang 104Luxembourg Website support.euro.dell.com Macao105 106 107 Thailand 108Switzerland Geneva Website support.euro.dell.com TaiwanUruguay 109Turks and Caicos Islands Bracknell Website support.euro.dell.comVenezuela 110Business Virgin IslandsIndex 111112 113 Problems network, 28 power114 USB
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