
5Configuration software and utilities
This chapter describes the
5.1Short cuts using a key combinations
Use the numeric pad on the keyboard to enter numbers and symbols.
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5.2Power-ON Self-Test (POST)
Every time you turn on the system, the POST starts. It checks the boards, processors, memory, keyboard and most installed devices. During the memory test, POST displays the amount of memory it is able to access and test. The length of time needed to test memory depends on the amount of memory installed. POST is stored in flash memory.
ÊTurn on your monitor and the system. POST starts up after a few seconds.
After the memory test, the following screen prompts and messages are displayed:
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