Gateway 960 Server User Manual


 
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Chapter 5: Using the BIOS Setup Utility
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Resetting the BIOS
The Clear BIOS jumper on the system board lets you clear all BIOS Setup settings
and return them to the factory defaults.
To reset the BIOS:
1 Print the appendix for BIOS Settings in this guide.
2 Restart your server.
3 Press F2 when the Gateway logo screen appears during startup. The BIOS
Setup utility opens.
4 Record any custom BIOS settings on your printout.
5 Follow the instructions in “Preventing static electricity discharge” on
page 41.
6 Turn off the server, then disconnect the power cord and all other cables
connected to the server.
7 Remove the side panel. For more information, see “Opening the server
case” on page 42.
Warning Moving the jumper while the power is on can damage your
server. Always turn off the server and unplug the power
before changing the jumper.