System Utilities 2-3System UtilitiesBIOS Setup Utility 0This utility is a hardware configuration program built into a computer’s BIOS (BasicInput/Output System).The utility is pre-configured and optimized so most users do not need to run it. Ifconfiguration problems occur, the setup utility may need to be run. Refer toChapter 4,Troubleshooting when a problem arises.To activate the utility, press F2 during POST (power-on self-test) when prompted at thebottom of screen.The default parameter of F12 Boot Menu is set to Disabled. To change the bootdevice without enteringBIOS Setup Utility, set the parameter to Enabled.To change the boot device without entering the BIOS SETUP, pressF12 during POST toenter the multi-boot menu.Navigating the BIOS Utility 0Six menu options are:InformationMainSecurityBootExitTo navigate through the following:Menu - use the left and right arrow keysItem - use the up and down arrow keysChange parameter value - pressF5 orF6.Exit - PressEscLoad default settings - pressF9. PressF10 to save changes and exit BIOS SetupUtilityNOTE:NOTE:Parameter values can be changed if enclosed in square brackets open theDIMM door open the DIMM door[ ]. Navigation keys appear at the bottomof the screen. Read parameter help carefully when making changes toparameter values. Parameter help is found in the Item Specific Help area ofthe screen.NOTE:NOTE:System information is subject to specific models.
