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Chapter 5. Using the Setup Utility
The Setup Utility program is used to view and change the configuration settings of
your computer, regardless of which operating system you are using. However, the
operating-system settings might override any similar settings in the Setup Utility
program.
Starting the Setup Utility program
To start the Setup Utility program, do the following:
1. If your computer is already on when you start this procedure, shut down the
operating system and turn off the computer.
2. Press and hold the F1 key then turn on the computer. When you hear multiple
beeps, release the F1 key.
Notes:
a. If you are using a USB keyboard and the Setup Utility program does not
display using this method, repeatedly press and release the F1 key instead
of leaving it pressed when turning on the computer.
b. If a user password or an administrator password has been set, the Setup
Utility program menu is not displayed until you type your password. For
more information, see “Using passwords.”
The
Setup Utility might start automatically when POST detects that hardware has
been removed or new hardware has been installed in your computer.
Viewing and changing settings
The Setup Utility program menu lists items that identify system configuration topics.
To view or change settings, see “Starting the Setup Utility program.”
When working with the Setup Utility program menu, you must use the keyboard.
The keys used to perform various tasks are displayed at the bottom of each screen.
Changing the language setting for the BIOS
To change the language setting for the BIOS, do the following steps:
1. Start the Setup Utility program (see “Starting the Setup Utility program”).
2. From the Setup Utility program menu, select Language.
3. Select the language in which you want the BIOS and press Enter.
4. Restart the computer for the change to take effect.
Using passwords
By using the Setup Utility program, you can set passwords to prevent unauthorized
persons from gaining access to your computer and data. See “Starting the Setup
Utility program.” The following types of passwords are available:
v User Password
v Administrator Password
You
do not have to set any passwords to use your computer. However, if you
decide to set any passwords, read the following sections.
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