Table of Contents
Advertisement
Boot Options
Hard Drive — The computer attempts to boot from the primary hard drive. If no operating system is on the drive, the computer generates an error
l
message.
USB Flash Device — Insert the memory device into a USB port and restart the computer. When F12 = Boot Options appears in the lower-right corner
l
of the screen, press <F12>. The BIOS detects the device and adds the USB flash option to the boot menu.
NOTE:
To boot to a USB device, the device must be bootable. To ensure that your device is bootable, check the device documentation.
CD/DVD Drive — The computer attempts to boot from the CD/DVD drive. If no CD/DVD is in the drive, or if the CD/DVD has no operating system, the
l
computer generates an error message.
Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot
You can use this feature to change the current boot sequence, for example, to boot from the CD/DVD drive to run the Dell Diagnostics on the Drivers and
Utilities media. On completion of diagnostic tests, the previous boot sequence is restored.
1. If you are booting to a USB device, connect the USB device to a USB connector.
2. Turn on (or restart) your computer.
3. When F2 = Setup, F12 = Boot Options appears in the lower-right corner of the screen, press <F12>.
If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop. Then shut down your
computer and try again.
The Boot Device Menu appears, listing all available boot devices.
4. On the Boot Device Menu choose the device you want to boot from.
For example, if you are booting to a USB memory key, highlight USB Flash Device and press <Enter>.
NOTE:
To boot to a USB device, the device must be bootable. To ensure your device is bootable, check the device documentation.
Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots
1. Enter the system setup utility (see
2. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Boot menu option and press <Enter> to access the menu.
NOTE:
Write down your current boot sequence in case you want to restore it.
3. Press the up- and down-arrow keys to move through the list of devices.
4. Press plus (+) or minus (–) to change the boot priority of the device.
Clearing Forgotten Passwords and CMOS Settings
WARNING:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer.
WARNING:
The computer must be disconnected from the electrical outlet to clear the CMOS setting.
CAUTION:
Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™
is not covered by your warranty.
CAUTION:
To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal
surface (such as a connector on your computer).
CAUTION:
Clearing the CMOS settings will also clear the passwords.
1. Follow the procedures in
Before You
2. Remove the top cover (see
3. Remove the top bracket (see
Entering the System Setup
Begin.
Removing the Top
Cover).
Removing the Top
Bracket).
Utility).
Hide quick links:
Advertisement
Table of Contents
