Intel Comprehensive Guide to BIOS Configuration Jumper Settings for D975XBX2

Intel Desktop Board D975XBX2 Product Guide

Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper

CAUTION

Always turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the computer before changing the jumper. Moving the jumper with the power on may result in unreliable computer operation.

Figure 30 shows the location of the desktop board’s BIOS configuration jumper block.

Figure 30. Location of the BIOS Configuration Jumper Block

The three-pin BIOS configuration jumper block enables all board configurations to be done in the BIOS Setup program. Table 9 shows the jumper settings for the Setup program modes.

Table 9. Jumper Settings for the BIOS Setup Program Modes

Jumper
Setting	Mode	Description
	Normal (default) (1-2)	The BIOS uses the current configuration and
		passwords for booting.
	Configure (2-3)	After the Power-On Self-Test (POST) runs, the
		BIOS displays the Maintenance Menu. Use this
		menu to clear passwords.
	Recovery (None)	The BIOS recovers data from a recovery diskette
		in the event of a failed BIOS update.

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