System Utilities 2-3
System Utilities
BIOS Setup Utility 0
This utility is a hardware configuration program built into a computer’s BIOS (Basic
Input/Output System).
The utility is pre-configured and optimized so most users do not need to run it. If
configuration problems occur, the setup utility may need to be run. Refer to Chapter 4,
Troubleshooting when a problem arises.
To activate the utility, press F2 during POST (power-on self-te st) when prompted at the
bottom of screen.
The default parameter of F12 Boot Menu is set to Disabled. To change the boot
device without entering BIOS Setup Utility, set the parameter to Enabled.
To change the boot device without entering the BIOS SETUP, press F12 during POST to
enter the multi-boot menu.
Navigating the BIOS Utility 0
Six menu options are:
Information
Main
Security
Boot
Exit
To navigate through the following:
Menu - use the left and right arrow keys
Item - use the up and down arrow keys
Change parameter value - press F5 or F6.
Exit - Press Esc
Load default settings - press F9. Press F10 to save changes and exit BIOS Setup
Utility
NOTE:
NOTE:
Parameter values can be changed if enclosed in square brackets open the
DIMM door open the DIMM door[ ]. Navigation keys a ppear at the bo ttom
of the screen. Read parameter help carefully when making changes to
parameter values. Parameter help is found in th e Item Specific Help area of
the screen.
NOTE:
NOTE:
System information is subject to specific models.