System Memory: Displays the amount of conventional memory detected by your computer during startup. This field is for reference only.
Extended Memory: Displays the amount of extended memory detected by your computer during startup. This field is for reference only.
Advanced Menu
Selecting Advanced from the menu bar displays the Advanced menu.
Integrated Peripherals: Accesses the Integrated Peripherals submenu if you press <Enter> when this field is highlighted. The submenu contains these fields:
COM1 port: Sets the base address and IRQ line for the first serial port. The options for this field are Disabled; Auto; 2E8, IRQ 3; 3E8, IRQ 4; 2F8, IRQ 3; and 3F8, IRQ 4 (default). Do not select the same option as that selected in the COM2 port field.
If you change this option, you must reboot your computer before the change can take effect.
If you do not have a peripheral device attached to your serial port, specify Disabled. This saves power and serves as an additional security measure because a serial device attached to your computer will not function.
COM2 port: Sets the base address and IRQ line for the second serial port (the infrared port). The options for this field are Disabled; Auto; 2E8, IRQ 3; 3E8, IRQ 4; 2F8, IRQ 3 (default); and 3F8, IRQ 4. Do not select the same option as that selected in the COM1 port field.
If you change this option, you must reboot your computer before the change can take effect.
If you do not plan to use the infrared link, you can specify Disabled. This saves power and serves as an additional security measure because the infrared port will not function.
