IBM A50 User Manual

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Chapter 4. Using the IBM Setup Utility programThe 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. If your computer is already on when you start this procedure, shut down theoperating system and turn off the computer.2. Press and hold the F1 key then turn on the computer. When you hear themultiple beeps, release the F1 key.Note: If an administrator password has been set, the IBM Setup Utilityprogram menu is not displayed until you type your password. See“Using passwords” for more information.The IBM Setup Utility might start automatically when POST detects that hardwarehas been removed or new hardware has been installed in your computer.Viewing 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.Exiting from the IBM Setup Utility programWhen you finish viewing or changing settings, press Esc to return to the IBMSetup Utility program menu (you might have to press Esc several times). If youwant to save the new settings, select Save Settings before you exit. Otherwise,your changes will not be saved.Using passwordsYou can use passwords to provide security for your computer and data. There aretwo kinds of passwords: a user password and an administrator password. You donot have to set a password of either type to use your computer. However, if youdecide to set either one, read the following sections.User passwordThe user password feature deters unauthorized persons from gaining access toyour computer.© Copyright IBM Corp. 2004 77