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Appendix A:
BIOS configuration jumper
settings
The BIOS configuration jumper lets you clear passwords or recover your BIOS
if it becomes corrupted. For information about the location of this jumper, see
“Section 1” on page 158.
Setting
Jumper placement
Normal
When used
For normal operation. The
BIOS uses current
configuration information
and passwords.
(1-2 position)
Configure
For clearing passwords. The
BIOS Setup utility runs
automatically and the
Maintenance menu is
displayed.
(2-3 position)
Recover
For recovering the BIOS
configuration. A BIOS
recovery diskette is required.
(no jumper)
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