Chapter 2. Using The Ibm Setup Utility Program; Starting The Ibm Setup Utility Program; Viewing And Changing Settings; Using Passwords - IBM ThinkCentre 8141 User Manual

Chapter 2. Using the IBM Setup Utility program

The IBM Setup Utility program is stored in the electrically erasable programmable
read-only memory (EEPROM) of your computer. The IBM Setup Utility program is
used to view and change the configuration settings of your computer, regardless of
which operating system you are using. However, the operating-system settings
might override any similar settings in the IBM Setup Utility program.

Starting the IBM Setup Utility program

To start the IBM Setup Utility program, do the following:
1. If your computer is already on when you start this procedure, shut down the
2. Press and hold the F1 key then turn on the computer. When you hear the
The IBM Setup Utility might start automatically when POST detects that hardware
has been removed or new hardware has been installed in your computer.

Viewing and changing settings

The IBM Setup Utility program menu lists items that identify system configuration
topics.
When working with the IBM Setup Utility program menu, you must use the
keyboard. The keys used to perform various tasks are displayed at the bottom of
each screen.

Using passwords

By using the IBM Setup Utility program, you can set passwords to prevent
unauthorized persons from gaining access to your computer and data. The
following types of passwords are available:
v User Password
v Administrator Password
v IDE Drive User Password
v IDE Drive Master Password
You do not have to set any passwords to use your computer. However, if you
decide to set any passwords, read the following sections.

Password considerations

If you are setting any of the various types of passwords on your computer, you
should read and understand the following information:
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operating system and turn off the computer.
multiple beeps, release the F1 key.
Note: If a user password or an administrator password has been set, the IBM
Setup Utility program menu is not displayed until you type your
password. See "Using passwords" for more information.
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