Starting Setup Utility
Setup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when your operating
system is not working.
The utility reports information about the computer and provides settings for startup, security, and other preferences.
To start Setup Utility:
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Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer, and then pressing
Key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.
Using Setup Utility
Changing the language of Setup Utility
The following procedure explains how to change the language of Setup Utility. If Setup Utility is not already
running, begin at step 1. If Setup Utility is already running, begin at step 2.
1. Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer, and then pressing
Options" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.
2. Use the arrow keys to select System Configuration > Language, and then press
3. Use the arrow keys to select a language, and then press
4. When a confirmation prompt with your language selected is displayed, press
5. To save your change and exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then
press
.
enter
Your change goes into effect immediately.
Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility
Because Setup Utility is not operating system-based, it does not support the TouchPad. Navigation and selection
are by keystroke.
To choose a menu or a menu item, use the arrow keys.
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To choose an item in a list or to toggle a field, for example an Enable/Disable field, use either the arrow keys
■
or
or
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f5
f6
To select an item, press
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To close a text box or return to the menu display, press
■
To display additional navigation and selection information while Setup Utility is open, press
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Maintenance and Service Guide
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enter
esc
f10
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enter
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esc
Setup Utility
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enter
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