Appendix 111
Boot Sequence
This feature allows you to change the boot sequence for devices.
Option Settings
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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.
Maintenance
Load Defaults Restores System Setup options to their factory defaults.
Event Log Allows you to view the Event Log. Entries are marked R for Read and U for
Unread. Mark All Entries Read puts an R to the left of all the entries. Clear
Log clears the Event Log.
POST Behavior
Fastboot
(On default)
When enabled, this feature reduces computer startup time by bypassing
some compatibility steps. Off does not skip any steps during computer
startup. On starts the system more quickly.
Numlock Key
(On default)
Determines the functionality of the numeric keys on the right side of your
keyboard. Off commands the right keypad keys to function as arrows. On
commands the right keypad keys to function as numbers.
POST Hotkeys Determines whether the sign-on screen displays a message stating the
keystroke sequence that is required to enter the Setup program or the
Quickboot feature. Setup & Boot Menu displays both messages
(F2=Setup and F12=Boot Menu). Setup displays the setup message only
(F2=Setup). Boot Menu displays the Quickboot message only (F12=Boot
Menu). None displays no message.
Keyboard Errors When set to Report (enabled) and an error is detected during POST, the
BIOS will display the error message and prompt you to press <F1> to
continue or press <F2> to enter System Setup.
When set to Do Not Report (disabled) and an error is detected during
POST, the BIOS will display the error message and continue booting the
system.