Chapter 5. Using the Setup Utility
The Setup Utility program is used to view and change the configuration settings of your computer, regardless of which operating system you are using. However, the
Starting the Setup Utility program
To start the Setup Utility program, do the following:
1.If your computer is already on when you start this procedure, shut down the operating system and turn off the computer.
2.Press and hold the F1 key then turn on the computer. When you hear multiple beeps, release the F1 key.
Notes:
a.If you are using a USB keyboard and the Setup Utility program does not display using this method, repeatedly press and release the F1 key instead of leaving it pressed when turning on the computer.
b.If a user password or an administrator password has been set, the Setup Utility program menu is not displayed until you type your password. For more information, see “Usingpasswords.”
The Setup Utility might start automatically when POST detects that hardware has been removed or new hardware has been installed in your computer.
Viewing and changing settings
The Setup Utility program menu lists items that identify system configuration topics. To view or change settings, see “Startingthe Setup Utility program.”
When working with the Setup Utility program menu, you must use the keyboard. The keys used to perform various tasks are displayed at the bottom of each screen.
Changing the language setting for the BIOS
To change the language setting for the BIOS, do the following steps:
1.Start the Setup Utility program (see “Startingthe Setup Utility program”).
2.From the Setup Utility program menu, select Language.
3.Select the language in which you want the BIOS and press Enter.
4.Restart the computer for the change to take effect.
Using passwords
By using the Setup Utility program, you can set passwords to prevent unauthorized persons from gaining access to your computer and data. See “Startingthe Setup Utility program.” The following types of passwords are available:
vUser Password
vAdministrator Password
You do not have to set any passwords to use your computer. However, if you decide to set any passwords, read the following sections.
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