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Using the System Setup Program: Dell OptiPlex GX1 and GX1p Midsize Managed PC Systems
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Using the System Setup Program: Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX1 and GX1p
Midsize Managed PC Systems
Overview Using the System Password Feature
Entering the System Setup Program Using the Setup Password Feature
System Setup Screens Disabling a Forgotten Password
Using the System Setup Program Responding to Error Messages
System Setup Options
Overview
Each time you turn on your computer system or press the reset button, the system compares the hardware
installed in the system to the hardware listed in the system configuration information stored in nonvolatile
random-access memory (NVRAM) on the system board. If the system detects a discrepancy, it generates
error messages that identify the incorrect configuration settings. The system then prompts you to enter the
System Setup program to correct the setting.
You can use the System Setup program as follows:
To change the system configuration information after you add, change, or remove any hardware in your
system
To set or change user-selectable options — for example, the time or date on your system
You can view the current settings at any time. When you change a setting, in many cases you must reboot
the system before the change takes effect.
After you set up your system, run the System Setup program to familiarize yourself with your system
configuration information and optional settings. Dell recommends that you print the System Setup screens
(by pressing the key) or write down the information for future reference.
Before you use the System Setup program, you need to know the kind of diskette drive(s) and hard-disk
drive(s) installed in your computer. If you are unsure of any of this information, see the Manufacturing Test
Report that was shipped with your system and is located in the Dell Accessories folder.
NOTE: Dell recommends that you upgrade your basic input/output system (BIOS) to the latest
version. Refer to the Dell support Web site at http://support.dell.com for instructions.
Entering the System Setup Program