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34 Using the System Setup Program
Table 2-8. Maintenance Options
Option Description
Service Tag Displays the system service tag. If the service tag is corrupted, the system
will prompt to enter the correct service tag upon entering the system
setup program.
SERR Message Controls the SERR message mechanism. By default, this feature is On.
NOTE: Some graphics cards require that the SERR message mechanism be
disabled.
Load Defaults Allows you to restore all System Setup options to their factory defaults.
Event Log Allows you to view the Event Log. Entries are marked R for Read and U
for Unread. Mark All Entries Read puts an R to the left of all the entries.
Clear Log clears the Event Log.
Table 2-9. POST Behavior Options
Option Description
Fast Boot
(On default)
When enabled, this feature reduces system startup time by bypassing
some compatibility steps. Off does not skip any steps during system
startup. On starts the system more quickly.
Numlock Key
(On default)
Determines the functionality of the numeric keys on the right side of
your keyboard. Off commands the right keypad keys to function as
arrows. On commands the right keypad keys to function as numbers.
POST Hotkeys
(Setup and Boot Menu
default)
Determines whether the sign-on screen displays a message stating the
keystroke sequence that is required to enter the Setup program or the
Quickboot feature. Setup & Boot Menu displays both messages
(
F2=Setup and F11=Boot Menu). Setup displays the setup
message only (
F2=Setup). Boot Menu displays the Quickboot
message only (
F11=Boot Menu). None displays no message.
Keyboard Errors
(Report default)
When set to Report (enabled) and an error is detected during POST, the
BIOS will display the error message and prompt you to press <F1> to
continue or press <F2> to enter System Setup.
When set to Do Not Report (disabled) and an error is detected during
POST, the BIOS will display the error message and continue booting the
system.
NOTE: When detected, some errors (such as CPU or PCI fan failure) will
display an error message and prompt you to press <F1> to continue, or
<F2> to enter the Setup Menu.
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