Starting The Ibm Setup Utility; Shutting Down The Computer; Recording Your Computer Information - Lenovo ThinkCentre A30 Quick Reference Manual

Starting the IBM Setup Utility

The IBM Setup Utility enables you to view, set, or change BIOS configuration
settings and passwords.
1. Shut down the operating system and turn off your computer.
2. Turn on the computer and look for the following prompt on the logo
screen:
(To interrupt normal startup, press Enter)
Press Enter when you see the prompt.
3. When the Startup Interrupt Menu displays, press F1.
Note: Some models might display the Access IBM Predesktop Area. If this
happens, double click Start setup utility.
Note: If an administrator password has been set, the IBM Setup Utility
program menu is not display until you type your password. For more
information on the IBM Setup Utility program, see your User Guide.

Shutting down the computer

When you are ready to turn off your computer, always follow the shutdown
procedure for your operating system. This prevents the loss of unsaved data or
damage to your software programs. To shut down the Microsoft Windows
operating system select Shut down or Turn off computer.

Recording your computer information

Recording information about your computer can be helpful if you ever need to
have your computer serviced. The service technician will probably ask you for
this information.
Chapter 2. Setting up your computer
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