SSDNow

For Desktops

Set “Hard Drive Boot Priority”

Your system is now configured with two bootable drives. In order to boot from your new SSD drive, you must enter the system BIOS to set "Hard Drive Boot Priority" so that your new SSD drive is set to boot first. Perform the following:

1.Restart your computer. While the system is restarting, activate the system setup program (BIOS) by repeatedly pressing a special key such as ESC, F1, F12 or DELETE. (Consult your computer system’s documentation for the correct key.)

2.While in the BIOS, change the "Hard Drive Boot Priority" so that the disk labeled "SSDxxxx" is in the first position.

3.Exit BIOS by pressing the ESC key. Save changes when prompted.

4.Restart the computer. When the computer restarts, it should now boot to your new

SSD drive.

Note: Your original system hard drive can now be used as a secondary data disk for data storage and should be viewable via My Computer (Computer in Vista).

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Kingston Technology 07-16-2009 manual For Desktops Set Hard Drive Boot Priority

07-16-2009 specifications

On July 16, 2009, Kingston Technology made headlines by continuing to solidify its position as a leader in the memory products industry. The company is renowned for its innovative memory solutions that cater to various electronic devices, including personal computers, servers, and mobile devices. One of Kingston’s key features is its commitment to high performance and reliability, which has earned it the trust of consumers and enterprises alike.

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