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2.3
Running the BIOS Setup Program
In most cases, the computer will have been properly set up and configured by the
dealer or SI prior to delivery. However, it may still be necessary to adjust some of the
computer's BIOS (Basic Input-Output System) setup programs to change the system
configuration data, like the current date and time, or the specific type of hard drive
currently installed.
The setup program is stored in read-only memory (ROM). It can be accessed either
when turning on or resetting the computer, by pressing the "Del" key on the keyboard
immediately after powering up the computer.
The settings that are specified with the setup program are recorded in a special area
of the memory called CMOS RAM. This memory is backed up by a battery so that it
will not be erased when turning off or resetting the system. Whenever the power is
turned on, the system reads the settings stored in CMOS RAM and compares them to
the equipment check conducted during the "power on self-test" (POST). If an error
occurs, an error message is displayed on screen, and the user is prompted to run the
setup program.
2.4
Installing System Software
Recent releases of operating systems from major vendors include setup programs
which load automatically and guide users through the entire process of operating
system installation. The guidelines below help to determine the steps necessary to
install your operating system on the computer hard drive.
Note!
Some distributors and system integrators may have already pre-
installed system software prior to shipment of your Vehicle Mounted
The BIOS of the computer supports system boots-up directly from the CD-ROM drive
whenever it is connected using a USB interface. Insert the system installation CD-
ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
Power on the computer, or reset the system by pressing the "Ctrl" + "Alt" + "Del" keys
simultaneously. The computer will automatically load the operating system from the
diskette or CD-ROM.
When presented with the opening screen of a setup / installation program, simply
follow the onscreen instructions. The setup program guides users through
preparations of the hard drive, and installation of the operating system.
When presented with an operating system command prompt, like, A:\>, then it is
necessary to partition and format the hard drive, and manually copy the operating
sys- tem files to it. Refer to the operating system user instructions about partitioning
and formatting the hard drive.
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