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4 BIOS setup

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 does not work during any other time.

There are several tabs on the setup screen corresponding to the eight primary BIOS menus.

Main

Advanced

Security

Server Management

Boot Options

Boot Manager

Error Manager

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 the 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 Enter key to display a submenu screen.

Note: When a parameter is preceeded by a [>], it means that a submenu screen is available.

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Acer Altos R520 manual Entering Bios setup