CHAPTER 5: Using the BIOS Setup Utility

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3Remove the jumper across pins 1-2 of header J3-E, then place the jumper across pins 2-3.

4Follow the instructions in “Closing the server case” on page 32.

5Insert a bootable USB “disk-on-key” containing a valid BIOS image into a USB port.

6Reconnect the power cords and turn on the server. The BIOS recovery is initiated.

7While the BIOS is being recovered, the monitor displays a blue screen and the server will beep continually. The process is complete when the server stops beeping.

8Remove the bootable USB “disk-on-key.”

9Turn off the server, then disconnect the power cords and all other cables connected to the server.

10Follow the instructions in “Opening the server case” on page 31.

11Place the jumper back onto pins 1-2.

12Follow the instructions in “Closing the server case” on page 32.

13Plug in the AC power cords and turn on the server, then verify that the recovery was successful.

Resetting the BIOS

You can use two methods to clear all BIOS Setup settings and return them to the factory defaults:

■Press the power and reset buttons on the front of the server.

■Move the Clear CMOS jumper on the system board.

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