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Changing the Jumper Settings
A jumper is a small electrical connector that controls one of the
computer’s functions. The jumper settings in your computer
are preset at the factory; however, you can alter the following
functions by changing the standard settings:
Ll
Change the microprocessor type
tl
Enable or disable the built-in VGA display adapter
Ll
Enable or disable the built-in mouse port
LI
Enable or disable a mouse or other pointing device on an
option card
Cl
Set the computer to use a color or monochrome adapter
LI
Enable or disable the password function.
If you need to change any jumper settings, or if you want to
check the current settings, follow the instructions in this section.
The following tables list the jumper settings and their functions.
CPU type jumper settings
CPU type
J5
J6
J7
J8
486$X/33
B
B
B
B
ODP486-33
or
487SX/33
A A A A
You do not need to change jumpers J5 through J8 unless you
had to remove the existing microprocessor chip to install the
new one. See “Installing a New Processor Chip” on page 2-21
for more information.
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