Chapter 3. Using the IBM Setup UtilityThe IBM Setup Utility program is stored in the electrically erasable programmableread-only memory (EEPROM) of your computer. The IBM Setup Utility program isused to view and change the configuration settings of your computer, regardless ofwhich operating system you are using. However, the operating-system settingsmight override any similar settings in the IBM Setup Utility program.Starting the IBM Setup Utility programTo start the IBM Setup Utility program, do the following:1. Shut down the operating system and turn off your computer.2. Hold the Enter key pressed and turn on the computer.3. When you hear a series of beeps, release the enter key.4. When the Startup Interrupt Menu displays, press F1.Note: If an administrator password has been set, the IBM Setup Utilityprogram menu is not display until you type your password.The IBM Setup Utility might start automatically when POST detects that hardwarehas been removed or new hardware has been installed in your computer. A sampleof the first IBM Setup Utility screen is shown here.[13:34:25][02/27/2003]818311x28KTxxAUS28xxAIBM123456702/06/03Viewing and changing settingsThe IBM Setup Utility program menu lists items that identify system configurationtopics.When working with the IBM Setup Utility program menu, you must use thekeyboard. The keys used to perform various tasks are displayed at the bottom ofeach screen.© Copyright IBM Corp. 2004 25
