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Dell Dimension E520 User Manual

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Appendix

Maintenance

SERR DMI Message

(On default)

Controls the SERR DMI message mechanism.

NOTE:

Some graphics cards require that the SERR DMI message mechanism be

disabled.

Load Defaults

Restores system setup options to their factory defaults.

Event Log

Allows you to view the Event Log. Entries are marked R for Read and U for
Unread. Mark All Entries Read puts an

R

to the left of all entries. Clear Log

clears the Event Log.

POST Behavior

Fastboot

(On default)

When enabled, this feature reduces computer startup time by bypassing some
compatibility steps.

• Off — does not skip any steps during computer startup
• On — starts the system more quickly

Numlock Key

(On default)

Determines the functionality of the numeric keys on the right side of your
keyboard.

• Off — commands the right keypad keys to function as arrows
• On — commands the right keypad keys to function as numbers

POST Hotkeys

(Setup & Boot Menu
default)

Determines whether the sign-on screen displays a message stating the
keystroke sequence that is required to enter the Setup program or the
Quickboot feature.

• Setup & Boot Menu — displays both messages

(F2=Setup and F12=Boot Menu)

• Setup — displays the setup message only (F2=Setup)
• Boot Menu — displays the Quickboot message only (F12=Boot Menu)
• None — displays no message

Keyboard Errors

(Report default)

When set to Report and an error is detected during POST, the BIOS will
display the error message and prompt you to press to continue or press
to enter system setup.

When set to Do Not Report (disabled) and an error is detected during POST,
the BIOS will display the error message and continue booting the system.