How to Configure the BIOS Using the BIOS Setup Utility

The BIOS Setup Utility contains both read-only information and settings that can be customized. Use this procedure to access the BIOS Setup Utility and customize settings.

Before You Begin

See About the BIOS Setup Utility.

1. Enter the BIOS Setup Utility by pressing the F2 key while the system is performing the power-on self-test (POST).

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   Tip - Watch the screen for the prompt to press F2.

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   The main BIOS Setup menu screen appears.

2. Use the following keyboard keys to navigate the BIOS Setup Utility:

   • Use the left and right arrow keys to select the main menu screens.

   • Use the up and down arrows, on the keyboard, to select an item within a screen.

3. Navigate to the item to be modified.

   Fields that can be configured or that provide access to a sublevel appear highlighted. All other fields are read only.

4. Press Enter to select the item.

   A sublevel or a dialog box with the available option fields appears.

5. Use the up or down arrow keys or the + or – keys to change a field.
6. When you are finished customizing BIOS settings, navigate to the Exit screen.
7. Select one of the exit options and press Enter.

   For example, to save the changes that you made, highlight the Save Changes and Exit option and press Enter.

   When you exit the BIOS Setup Utility, the server boots. If you've made changes to BIOS settings, those changes are valid with the system boot.

See Also

BIOS Setup Menu Screens