Setup Utility; Starting The Setup Utility - HP Compaq Presario F500 Maintenance And Service Manual

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Setup Utility

WARNING!
troubleshooting and repair procedures are detailed to allow repair at only the subassembly or
module level. Because of the complexity of the individual boards and subassemblies, do not attempt
to make repairs at the component level or modify any printed wiring board. Improper repairs can
create a safety hazard. Any indication of component replacement or printed wiring board
modification may void any warranty or exchange allowances.

Starting the Setup Utility

The Setup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when your
Windows operating system is not working or will not load.
NOTE:
Utility.
The utility reports information about the computer and provides settings for startup, security, and other
preferences.
To start the Setup Utility:
1.
Turn on or restart the computer.
2.
Before Windows opens and while "Press <F10> to enter setup" is displayed in the lower-left corner
of the screen, press f10.
Only authorized technicians trained by HP should repair this equipment. All
The fingerprint reader (select models only) does not work when accessing the Setup
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