Boot Functions; Boot Device Order; Network Boot (F12) Support - HP Deskpro EX Technical Reference Manual

Chapter 8 BIOS ROM
8.3

BOOT FUNCTIONS

The BIOS supports various functions related to the boot process, including those that occur during
the Power On Self-Test (POST) routine.

8.3.1 BOOT DEVICE ORDER

The default boot device order is as follows:
1. CD-ROM drive (EL Torito CD images)
2. Diskette drive (A)
3. Hard drive (C)
4. Network boot
The order can be changed in the ROM-based Setup utility (accessed by pressing F10 when so
prompted during POST).

8.3.2 NETWORK BOOT (F12) SUPPORT

The BIOS supports booting the system to a network server. The function is accessed by pressing
the F12 key when prompted at the lower right hand corner of the display during POST. Booting to
a network server allows for such functions as:
Flashing a ROM on a system without a functional operating system (OS).
Installing an OS.
Installing an application.
NOTE: The network boot function requires the installation of a compatible network
interface controller card.
8-4 Compaq Deskpro EX Series of Personal Computers
First Edition - August 2000