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2.14 Changing the System Configuration with BIOS SETUP
Changing the Configuration
The configuration of your PC is set for working with the software supplied with the
unit. You should only change the preset values if you have modified your PC in any
way, or if a fault occurs when the unit is powered up.
The changes you make will not become effective until the device is restarted.
When you exit the setup program, the device is automatically rebooted.
SETUP Program
The SETUP program is in the ROM-BIOS. Information on the system configuration
is stored in the battery-backed RAM of the PC.
You can use SETUP to set the hardware configuration (for example, type of hard
disk) and define the system characteristics. You can also use SETUP to set the
time and date.
Incorrect SETUP Data
If incorrect SETUP data are recognized when booting the system, the BIOS
prompts you to:
S
Start SETUP by pressing F2 or
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Continue booting by pressing F1.
Starting SETUP
On completion of the startup test, the BIOS requests you to start the SETUP
program with the following screen prompt:
PRESS
<
F2
>
to enter SETUP
Start SETUP as follows:
1. Reset your PC (warm or cold restart).
2. Press the F2 key as long as the BIOS prompt is on the screen.
Default Setting
The F9 key or “Set Default Values” command in the exit menu sets the default
parameters in the screen forms.
SETUP Menus
The various menus and submenus are listed on the following pages. You can
obtain information on the SETUP entry selected from the Item Specific Help part
of the relevant menu.
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