BIOS configuration jumper
settings
The BIOS configuration jumper lets you clear passwords or recover your BIOS
if it becomes corrupted. For information about the location of this jumper,
see "Section 1" on page 160.
Setting
Normal
Configure
Recover
Jumper placement
CONFIG
3
J9H2
CONFIG
3
J9H2
CONFIG
3
J9H2
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BIOS configuration jumper settings
When used
For normal operation. The
BIOS uses current
configuration information
and passwords.
(1-2 position)
For clearing passwords. The
BIOS Setup utility runs
automatically and the
Maintenance menu is
displayed.
(2-3 position)
For recovering the BIOS
configuration. A BIOS
recovery diskette is required.
(no jumper)
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