Setup Utility menus

The menu tables in this section provide an overview of Setup Utility options.

NOTE: Some of the Setup Utility menu items listed in this chapter may not be supported by your computer.

Main menu

Select

To do this

 

 

System information

View and change the system time and date.

 

View identification information about the computer.

 

View specification information about the processor, memory size, system BIOS,

 

 

and keyboard controller version (select models only).

 

 

 

Security menu

Select

To do this

 

 

Administrator password

Enter, change, or delete an administrator password.

 

 

Power-On Password

Enter, change, or delete a power-on password.

 

 

System Configuration menu

Select

To do this

 

 

Language Support

Change the Setup Utility language.

 

 

Button Sound (select models only)

Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound.

 

 

Virtualization Technology

Enable/disable the processor Virtualization Technology.

 

 

Processor C4 State (select

Enable/disable the processor C4 sleep state.

models only)

 

 

 

LAN Power Saving (select

Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. When enabled, saves power when the computer

models only)

is in DC mode.

 

 

Card Reader/1394 Power Saving (select

Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. When enabled, saves power when

models only)

the computer is in DC mode.

 

 

Fan Always On

Enabled/disable Fan Always On. When enabled, the computer fan will always be on.

 

 

Boot Options

Set the following boot options:

 

f9 and f10 Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for the f9 and f10 functions of the Setup

 

Utility in intervals of 5 seconds each (0, 5, 10, 15, 20).

 

CD-ROM boot―Enable/disable boot from CD-ROM.

 

Floppy boot―Enable/disable boot from diskette.

 

 

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HP DV5 manual Setup Utility menus, Main menu, Security menu, System Configuration menu, Select To do this

DV5 specifications

The HP DV5 series, part of HP's Pavilion line, is a versatile notebook computer that has gained popularity for its stylish design and robust performance. Introduced in the late 2000s, the DV5 quickly became a favorite among students and casual users for its combination of performance and portability.

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Connectivity options on the HP DV5 include multiple USB ports, HDMI outputs, and an integrated card reader, allowing users to connect a range of devices. Additionally, built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities enable seamless wireless connectivity, vital for modern computing needs.

The HP DV5 is designed with user convenience in mind. The keyboard is typically full-sized and features a comfortable layout suitable for typing long documents. The touchpad is responsive, offering multi-touch gestures for intuitive navigation.

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