Bios; Accessing The Bios Setup - Honeywell Thor vm3 User Manual

BIOS

The Microsoft Windows Embedded Compact operating system is installed before shipping. The default BIOS parameters are
configured at that time. In most cases, it is unnecessary to modify the BIOS parameters.
Generally, it is only necessary to enter the BIOS setup to change the boot order of the drives.
This section is not intended to detail all features of the BIOS, instead it is intended to cover the most commonly used setup
options.
CAUTION - Be very careful when using this utility to modify BIOS Setup parameters. The Thor VM3 may generate unex-
pected results when incorrect or conflicting parameter values are entered. Selecting incorrect or invalid options may re-
quire the Thor VM3 to be returned for repairs.
The parameters should only be modified by Information Services personnel or the system administrator.

Accessing the BIOS Setup

To access and modify the BIOS on the Thor VM3, an external keyboard must be attached.
When the Press F2 for System Utilities prompt is displayed at power up, press the P2 key on the Thor VM3 or the F2 key
on an external keyboard to enter BIOS setup.
Use the arrow keys to move around the screen.
Boot Order
To view or edit the boot order, select the Boot tab.
By default, the first device in the boot order is USB Hard Drive.
The boot drive can also be selected at bootup. Press P5 from the Thor VM3 keypad or press F5 from an external key-
board. Use the arrows on the external keypad to make a selection. This does not change the default boot order and
the next bootup will return to the default drive without user intervention.
Exiting BIOS Setup
To exit the BIOS setup, select the Exit tab and select one of these options:
• Exit Saving Changes
• Exit Discarding Changes
• Load Setup Defaults for WEC 7 (do not use options for other operating systems as this can cause unexpected
results)
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