4 BIOS setup
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Entering BIOS setup
Power on the server to start the system POST process. During bootup,
press F2 to enter the BIOS setup screen.
Note: You must press F2 while the system is booting. This key
combination does not work during any other time.
There are several tabs on the setup screen corresponding to the six
major BIOS menus:
• Main
•Advanced
•Power
•Boot
•Security
•Exit
The parameters on the screens shown in this User’s Guide display
default system values. These values may not be the same as those in
your system.
Note the following reminders when moving around the setup screen:
•Use the Left and Right arrow keys to move to the next page or to
return to the previous screen.
• Use the Up and Down arrow keys to select an item.
• Use the + and - keys to select an option.
Note: You can configure a parameter that is enclosed in square
brackets. Grayed-out items have fixed settings and are not
user-configurable.
• Use the Tab key to select a field.