BIOS setup programBIOS overviewThe BIOS manages data flow between the computer's operating system andattached devices such as hard disk, video adapter, keyboard, mouse, and printer.Entering BIOS setup program1 Turn on (or restart) your computer.2 During POST, when the DELL logo is displayed, watch for the F2 prompt toappear, and then press F2 immediately.NOTE: The F2 prompt indicates that the keyboard is initialized. Thisprompt can appear very quickly, so you must watch for it, and thenpress F2. If you press F2 before the F2 prompt, this keystroke is lost. Ifyou wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue towait until you see the desktop. Then, turn off your computer and tryagain.Clearing Forgotten PasswordsWARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safetyinformation that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in Beforeworking inside your computer. After working inside your computer, followthe instructions in After working inside your computer. For more safety bestpractices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.Prerequisites1 Remove the computer cover.2 Remove the front bezel.Procedure1 Place the computer with the side-chassis facing up.73