Setting Up Your Internet Connection
To set up an AOL or MSN connection:
Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. Double-click the MSN Explorer or AOL icon on the Microsoft Windows desktop. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup.
If you do not have an MSN Explorer or AOL icon on your desktop or if you want to set up an Internet connection with a different ISP:
Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. Click the Start button and click Internet Explorer. The New Connection Wizard appears. Click Connect to the Internet. In the next window, click the appropriate option: If you do not have an ISP and want to select one, click Choose from a list of Internet service providers (ISPs). If you have already obtained setup information from your ISP but you did not receive a setup CD, click Set up my connection manually. If you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP.
Click Next. If you selected Set up my connection manually, continue to step 6. Otherwise, follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, contact your ISP.
Click the appropriate option under How do you want to connect to the Internet?, and then click Next. Use the setup information provided by your ISP to complete the setup.
If you are having problems connecting to the Internet, see "E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems" on page 35. If you cannot connect to the Internet but have successfully connected in the past, the ISP might have a service outage. Contact your ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later.

Playing CDs or DVDs

NOTICE: Do not press down on the CD or DVD tray when you open or close it. Keep the tray closed when
you are not using the drive.
NOTICE: Do not move the computer when you are playing CDs or DVDs.
Press the eject button on the front of the drive. Place the disc, label side up, in the center of the tray.
Press the eject button or gently push in the tray.
To format CDs for storing data, to create music CDs, or to copy CDs, see the CD software that came with your computer. NOTE: Ensure that you follow all copyright laws when you create CDs. A CD player includes the following basic buttons:
Play. Move backward within the current track. Pause. Move forward within the current track. Setting Up and Using Your Computer

RAID Level 1

RAID level 1 uses a data-redundancy storage technique known as "mirroring." When data is written to the primary drive, it is then duplicated, or mirrored, on the other drive. A RAID level 1 configuration sacrifices high data access rates for its data redundancy advantages.
serial ATA RAID configured for RAID level 1
segment 1 segment 2 segment 3 segment 4 segment 5 segment 6 hard drive 1
segment 1 duplicated segment 2 duplicated segment 3 duplicated segment 4 duplicated segment 5 duplicated segment 6 duplicated hard drive 2
If a drive failure occurs, subsequent read and write operations are directed to the surviving drive. A replacement drive can then be rebuilt using the data from the surviving drive. Also, because data is duplicated on both drives, two 120-GB RAID level 1 drives collectively have a maximum of 120-GB on which to store data.
Configuring Your Computer for RAID
At some point you may want to configure your computer for RAID if you did not select a RAID configuration when you purchased your computer. You must have at least two hard drives installed in your computer to set up a RAID configuration. For instructions on how to install a hard drive, see page 92. You can use one of two methods to configure RAID hard drive volumes. One method uses the Intel(R) Option ROM utility, and is performed before you install the operating system onto the hard drive. The second method uses the Intel Application Accelerator, or Intel Storage Utility, and this method is performed after you have installed the operating system and the Intel Storage Utility. Both methods require that you set your computer to RAID-enabled mode before starting any of the RAID configuration procedures in this document.
Setting Your Computer to RAID-Enabled Mode
Enter system setup (see page 112). Use the up- and down-arrow keys to highlight Drives, and press <Enter>. Use the up- and down-arrow keys to highlight Drive Controller, and press <Enter>. Use the left- and right-arrow keys to highlight RAID On, press <Enter>, and then press <Esc>.
Use the left- and right-arrow keys to highlight Save/Exit, and press <Enter> to exit system setup and resume the boot process.
Configuring for RAID Using the Intel(R) Option ROM Utility
NOTE: Although any size drives may be used to create a RAID configuration using the Intel Option ROM
utility, ideally the drives should be of equal size. In a RAID level 0 configuration, the size of the array will be the size of the smallest disk multiplied by the number (two) of disks in the array. In a RAID level 1 configuration, the size of the array will be the smaller of the two disks used.

Click the Start button, point to All Programs Accessories Communications, and then click Network Setup Wizard. On the welcome screen, click Next. Click Checklist for creating a network. NOTE: Selecting the connection method This computer connects directly to the Internet enables the
integrated firewall provided with Windows XP Service Pack 1 (SP1).
Complete the checklist and required preparations. Return to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions on the screen.

Overview

The Microsoft Windows XP power management features can reduce the amount of electricity your computer uses when it is on and you are not using it. You can reduce power to just the monitor or the hard drive, or you can use standby mode or hibernate mode to reduce power to the entire computer. When the computer exits from a power conservation mode, the Windows desktop is restored to the state it was in before it entered the mode. NOTE: Windows XP Professional includes security and networking features not available in
Windows XP Home Edition. When a Windows XP Professional computer is connected to a network, different options related to security and networking appear in certain windows.

Standby Mode

Standby mode conserves power by turning off the display and the hard drive after a time-out. When the computer exits from standby mode, it returns to the operating state it was in before it entered standby mode. To set standby mode to automatically activate after a defined period of inactivity:
Click the Start button and click Control Panel. Under Pick a category, click Performance and Maintenance. Under or pick a Control Panel icon, click Power Options.
To immediately activate standby mode without a period of inactivity, click the Start button, click Turn Off Computer, and then click Stand by. To exit from standby mode, press a key on the keyboard or move the mouse. NOTICE: If your computer loses power while in standby mode, it may lose data.

Hibernate Mode

Hibernate mode conserves power by copying system data to a reserved area on the hard drive and then completely turning off the computer. When the computer exits from hibernate mode, the desktop is restored to the state it was in before it entered hibernate mode. To activate hibernate mode:
Click the Start button and click Control Panel. Under Pick a category, click Performance and Maintenance. Under or pick a Control Panel icon, click Power Options. Define your hibernate settings on the Power Schemes tab, Advanced tab, and Hibernate tab.

To exit from hibernate mode, press the power button. The computer may take a short time to exit from hibernate mode. Pressing a key on the keyboard or moving the mouse does not bring the computer out of hibernation, because the keyboard and the mouse do not function when the computer is in hibernate mode. Because hibernate mode requires a special file on your hard drive with enough disk space to store the contents of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before shipping the computer to you. If the computers hard drive becomes corrupted, Windows XP recreates the hibernate file automatically.

Power Options Properties

Define your standby mode settings, hibernate mode settings, and other power settings in the Power Options Properties window. To access the Power Options Properties window:
Click the Start button and click Control Panel. Under Pick a category, click Performance and Maintenance. Under or pick a Control Panel icon, click Power Options. Define your power settings on the Power Schemes tab, Advanced tab, and Hibernate tab.

Power Schemes Tab

Each standard power setting is called a scheme. If you want to select one of the standard Windows schemes installed on your computer, choose a scheme from the Power schemes drop-down menu. The settings for each scheme appear in the fields below the scheme name. Each scheme has different settings for starting standby mode or hibernate mode, turning off the monitor, and turning off the hard drive. The Power schemes drop-down menu displays the following schemes: 30 Always On (default) If you want to use your computer with no power conservation. Home/Office Desk If you use your computer as a home or office computer and you require minimal power conservation. Portable/Laptop If your computer is a portable computer that you use for traveling.
Presentation If you want your computer to run without interruption (using no power conservation). Minimal Power Management If you want your computer to run with minimal power conservation. Max Battery If your computer is a portable computer and you run your computer from batteries for extended periods of time.
If you want to change the default settings for a scheme, click the drop-down menu in the Turn off monitor, Turn off hard disks, System stand by, or System hibernates field, and then select a timeout from the displayed list. Changing the time-out for a scheme field permanently changes the default settings for that scheme, unless you click Save As and enter a new name for the changed scheme. NOTICE: If you set the hard drive (hard disk) to time-out before the monitor does, your computer may appear to be locked up. To recover, press any key on the keyboard or click the mouse. To avoid this problem, always set the monitor to time-out before the hard drive.

Advanced Tab

The Advanced tab allows you to: Place the power options icon in the Windows taskbar for quick access. Set the computer to prompt you for your Windows password before the computer exits from standby mode or hibernate mode. Program the power button to activate standby mode, activate hibernate mode, or turn off the computer.
To program these functions, click an option from the corresponding drop-down menu and click OK.

Hibernate Tab

The Hibernate tab allows you to enable hibernate mode. If you want to use the hibernate settings you defined on the Power Schemes tab, click the Enable hibernate support check box on the Hibernate tab. For more information on power management options:
Click the Start button and click Help and Support. In the Help and Support window, click Performance and maintenance. In the Performance and maintenance window, click Conserving power on your computer.

Hyper-Threading

Hyper-Threading is an Intel technology that can enhance overall computer performance by allowing one physical processor to function as two logical processors, capable of performing certain tasks simultaneously. It is recommended that you use the Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 1
(SP1) or later operating system because Windows XP is optimized to take advantage of Hyper-Threading technology. While many programs can benefit from Hyper-Threading, some programs have not been optimized for Hyper-Threading and may require an update from the software manufacturer. Contact the software manufacturer for updates and information about using Hyper-Threading with your software. To determine if your computer is using Hyper-Threading technology:
Click the Start button, right-click My Computer, and then click Properties. Click Hardware and click Device Manager. In the Device Manager window, click the plus (+) sign next to Processors. If Hyper-Threading is enabled, the processor is listed twice.
You can enable or disable Hyper-Threading through system setup. For more information on accessing system setup, see page 111. For more information on Hyper-Threading, search the Knowledge Base on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.

Troubleshooting Tips

I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S O F F The computer is either turned off or is not receiving power. Reseat the power cable into both the power connector on the back of the computer and the electrical outlet. If the computer is plugged into a power strip, ensure that the power strip is plugged into an electrical outlet and that the power strip is turned on. Also bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to verify that the computer turns on properly. Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. Ensure that the main power cable and front panel cable are securely connected to the system board (see page 71). IF
THE POWER LIGHT IS STEADY AMBER
A device might be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see page 73). Remove and then reinstall any cards (see page 76). Remove and then reinstall the graphics card, if applicable (see page 81).
I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G A M B E R The computer is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem might exist. Ensure that the voltage selection switch is set to match the AC power at your location (if applicable). Ensure that the processor power cable is securely connected to the system board (see page 71). E L I M I N A T E I N T E R F E R E N C E Some possible causes of interference are: Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables Too many devices on a power strip Multiple power strips connected to the same electrical outlet

Printer Problems

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. NOTE: If you need technical assistance for your printer, contact the printers manufacturer.
C H E C K T H E P R I N T E R D O C U M E N T A T I O N See the printer documentation for setup and troubleshooting information. ENSURE THAT THE PRINTER IS TURNED ON
CHECK THE PRINTER CABLE CONNECTIONS See the printer documentation for cable connection information. Ensure that the printer cables are securely connected to the printer and the computer (see page 11). TE S T T H E E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. VE R I F Y T H A T T H E P R I N T E R I S R E C O G N I Z E D B Y W I N D O W S 1 Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Click View installed printers or fax printers. If the printer is listed, right-click the printer icon. 3 Click Properties and click the Ports tab. For a parallel printer, ensure that the Print to the following port(s): setting is LPT1 (Printer Port). For a USB printer, ensure that the Print to the following port(s): setting is USB. R E I N S T A L L T H E P R I N T E R D R I V E R See the printer documentation for instructions.

Click the Start button, point to All Programs Accessories System Tools, and then click System Restore. Click Undo my last restoration and click Next.
Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec
Use Dell PC Restore by Symantec only as the last method to restore your operating system. PC Restore restores your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you purchased the computer. Any programs or files added since you received your computerincluding data filesare permanently deleted from the hard drive. Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on. If possible, back up all data before using PC Restore. NOTICE: Using PC Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any applications or drivers installed after you received your computer. If possible, back up the data before using PC Restore. To use PC Restore:
Turn on the computer. During the boot process, a blue bar with www.dell.com appears at the top of the screen. Immediately upon seeing the blue bar, press <Ctrl><F11>. If you do not press <Ctrl><F11> in time, let the computer finish restarting, and then restart the computer again. NOTICE: If you do not want to proceed with PC Restore, click Reboot in the following step.
On the next screen that appears, click Restore.
On the next screen, click Confirm. The restore process takes approximately 610 minutes to complete. When prompted, click Finish to reboot the computer. NOTE: Do not manually shut down the computer. Click Finish and let the computer completely reboot. When prompted, click Yes. The computer restarts. Because the computer is restored to its original operating state, the screens that appear, such as the End User License Agreement, are the same ones that appeared the first time the computer was turned on.
Click Next. The System Restore screen appears and the computer restarts. After the computer restarts, click OK.

Enabling System Restore

If you reinstall Windows XP with less than 200 MB of free hard-disk space available, System Restore is automatically disabled. To see if System Restore is enabled:
Click the Start button and click Control Panel. Click Performance and Maintenance. Click System. Click the System Restore tab. Ensure that Turn off System Restore is unchecked.
If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility. To resolve incompatibilities using the Hardware Troubleshooter:
Click the Start button and click Help and Support. Type hardware troubleshooter in the Search field and click the arrow to start the search. Click Hardware Troubleshooter in the Search Results list. In the Hardware Troubleshooter list, click I need to resolve a hardware conflict on my computer, and click Next.

microphone connector

Use the pink microphone connector to attach a personal computer microphone for voice or musical input into a sound or telephony program. On computers with a sound card, the microphone connector is on the card. Use the green line-out connector to attach headphones and most speakers with integrated amplifiers. On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card. Use the yellow center/LFE connector to attach your subwoofer. On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card. If you have a standard keyboard, plug it into the purple keyboard connector. If you have a USB keyboard, plug it into a USB connector. Connect a serial device, such as a handheld device, to the serial port.

line-out connector

center/Low-Frequency Effects (LFE) connector keyboard connector serial connector
Front-Panel Door and Hinge Arms
To prevent damage to your computer, the front-panel door is designed to "break away" if it is lifted up too far. If the front-panel door is open and it is pushed inward too hard, the hinge arms may also break away (the hinge arms are loose when they are detached).
Reattaching the Hinge Arms
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 59. Disconnect the computer power cable from the electrical outlet. Remove the front-panel door by gently snapping it off the two hinge arms.
Remove the front-panel insert above the door bay area by pulling the bottom of the insert with your fingers.

front-panel insert

use fingers to pull here
Lift both hinge arms to the horizontal position. Use the two view slots to align the pivot bar with the two pivot-bar slots.

view slots (2)

pivot-bar slots (2) pivot bar
hinge arms (2) in horizontal position
NOTICE: Before touching anything inside your computer, ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as the metal at the back of the computer. While you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to dissipate any static electricity that could harm internal components.
Pull the arms toward you until they snap into position. If the hinge arms do not snap back into position on the first attempt, slightly reposition the arms and try again.
After the hinge arms snap into position, lower and raise the arms two or three times to properly seat them. Reattach the front-panel insert. Reconnect the computer power cable to the electrical outlet. Reattach the front door (see page 68).

processor and heat-sink connector
front panel audio (FP AUD) PCI Express x1 card connector
PCI card connectors (PCI SLOT 1, PCI SLOT 2, PCI SLOT 3) processor power connector (12V PWR) telephony connector (TELEPHONY) back of computer

Memory

You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. Your computer supports DDR2 memory. For additional information on the type of memory supported by your computer, see "Memory" on page 107.

DDR2 Memory Overview

DDR2 memory modules should be installed in pairs of matched memory size, speed, and technology. If the DDR2 memory modules are not installed in matched pairs, the computer will continue to operate, but with a slight reduction in performance. See the label on the upper-right corner of the module to determine the modules capacity.
NOTE: Always install DDR2 memory modules in the order indicated on the system board. The recommended memory configurations are: or A pair of matched memory modules installed in DIMM connectors 1 and 2 and another matched pair installed in DIMM connectors 3 and 4 A pair of matched memory modules installed in DIMM connectors 1 and 2
NOTICE: Do not install ECC memory modules. If you install mixed pairs of DDR2 400-MHz (PC2-3200) and DDR2 533-MHz (PC2-4200) memory, the modules function at the slowest speed installed. Be sure to install a single memory module in DIMM connector 1, the connector closest to the processor, before you install modules in the other connectors.
matched pair of memory modules in DIMM connectors 1 and 2 (white securing clips)
matched pair of memory modules in DIMM connectors 3 and 4 (black securing clips)
NOTE: Memory purchased from Dell is covered under your computer warranty. NOTICE: If you remove your original memory modules from the computer during a memory upgrade, keep them separate from any new modules that you may have, even if you purchased the new modules from Dell. If possible, do not pair an original memory module with a new memory module. Otherwise, your computer may not start properly. You should install your original memory modules in pairs either in DIMM connectors 1 and 2 or DIMM connectors 3 and 4.
Addressing Memory With 4-GB Configurations
Your computer supports a maximum of 4 GB of memory when you use four 1-GB DIMMs. Current operating systems, such as Microsoft Windows XP, can only use a maximum of 4 GB of address space; however, the amount of memory available to the operating system is less than 4 GB. Certain components within the computer require address space in the 4-GB range. Any address space reserved for these components cannot be used by computer memory.

CD/DVD Drive

Removing a CD/DVD Drive
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 59. Disconnect the power and data cables from the back of the drive.
Press inward on the two tabs on the sides of the drive, and then slide the drive upward and remove it from the drive bay.
Installing a CD/DVD Drive
If you are installing a new drive, unpack the drive and prepare it for installation. Check the documentation that accompanied the drive to verify that the drive is configured for your computer. If you are installing an IDE drive, configure the drive for the cable select setting.
Connect the new drive to the set of rails that are attached to the inside of the cover. If a set of rails is not attached inside the cover, contact Dell (see page 123). If you are installing a replacement drive and the new drive does not have the bracket rails attached, remove the rails from the old drive by removing the two screws that secure each rail to the drive. Attach the bracket to the new drive by aligning the screw holes on the drive with the screw holes on the bracket rails and then inserting and tightening all four screws (two screws on each rail).
Gently slide the drive into place until the tabs securely click into position. Connect the power and data cables to the drive.
If you are installing a new CD/DVD drive rather than replacing a drive, remove the frontpanel inserts (see page 94). Check all cable connections, and fold cables out of the way to provide airflow for the fan and cooling vents.
Close the computer cover (see page 104). NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable in to the network device and then plug it in to the computer.
Enter system setup (see page 111) and select the appropriate Drive option. Verify that your computer works correctly by running the Dell Diagnostics (see page 52).

Battery

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computers electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis. A coin-cell battery maintains computer configuration, date, and time information. The battery can last several years. If you have to repeatedly reset time and date information after turning on the computer, replace the battery. CAUTION: A new battery can explode if it is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturers instructions. To replace the battery:
Record all the screens in system setup (see page 111) so that you can restore the correct settings in step 8. Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 59. Locate the battery socket (see page 71). NOTICE: If you pry the battery out of its socket with a blunt object, be careful not to touch the system board with the object. Ensure that the object is inserted between the battery and the socket before you attempt to pry out the battery. Otherwise, you may damage the system board by prying off the socket or by breaking circuit traces on the system board.

Audio Type ADI 1980 AC97 Codec
NOTE: This audio type is present only on computers with integrated
sound capabilities. Expansion Bus Bus type Bus speed PCI 2.3 PCI Express x1 and x16 PCI: 33 MHz PCI Express: x1 slot bidirectional speed - 500 MB/s x16 slot bidirectional speed - 8 GB/s PCI connectors connector size connector data width (maximum) PCI Express connector connector size connector data width (maximum) PCI Express connector connector size connector data width (maximum) one xpins 16 PCI Express lanes one xpins 1 PCI Express lane three 120 pins 32 bits
Drives Externally accessible: two 3.5-inch drive bays two 5.25-inch drive bays Available devices Serial ATA drive, floppy drive, Zip drive, USB memory devices, CD drive, CD-RW drive, DVD drive, DVD-RW drive, and DVD and CD-RW combo drive two bays for 1-inch high hard drives Connectors External connectors: Serial Parallel Video Network adapter PS/2 (keyboard and mouse) USB Audio 9-pin connector; 16550C-compatible 25-hole connector (bidirectional) 15-hole connector RJ45 connector two 6-pin mini-DIN connectors two front-panel and six back-panel USB 2.0compliant connectors five connectors for line-in, line-out, microphone, surround, and center/Low Frequency Effects (LFE) channel; one front-panel connector for headphones 40-pin connector on PCI local bus four 7-pin connectors 34-pin connector two 5-pin connectors 120-pin connector 36-pin connector 164-pin connector 4-pin connector

Internally accessible:

System board connectors: Primary IDE drive Serial ATA Floppy drive Fan PCI 2.3 PCI Express x1 PCI Express x16 Telephony (TAPI)
Controls and Lights Power control Power light push button green light Blinking green in sleep state; solid green for power-on state. amber light Blinking amber indicates a problem with an installed device; solid amber indicates an internal power problem (see "Power Problems" on page 42). Hard-drive access light Link integrity light (on integrated network adapter) green green light A good connection exists between a 10-Mbps network and the computer. orange light A good connection exists between a 100-Mbps network and the computer. yellow light A good connection exists between a 1 Gb (or 1000-Mbps) connection. off (no light) The computer is not detecting a physical connection to the network. Activity light (on integrated network adapter) Diagnostic lights Standby power light Power DC power supply: Wattage Heat dissipation Voltage (see the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide for important voltage setting information) Backup battery Physical Height Width Depth Weight 42.5 cm (16.7 inches) 18.1 cm (7.1 inches) 44.7 cm (17.6 inches) 12.7 kg (28 lbs) 350 W 460.7 BTU/hr fixed-voltage power supply 110 V at 50/60 Hz manual selection and auto-sensing power supplies 90 to 135 V at 50/60 Hz; 180 to 265 V at 50/60 Hz; 100 V at 50/60 Hz for Japanese computers 3-V CR2032 lithium coin cell yellow blinking light four lights on the back panel (See "Diagnostic Lights" on page 49.) AUX_PWR on the system board

Audio Controller USB Mouse Port
LPT Port Mode LPT Port Address LPT Port DMA Serial Port #1
Identifies and defines the parallel port settings. You can set the parallel port to Off, AT, PS/2, EPP or ECP ,. Identifies the address for the parallel port. Identifies and defines the parallel port DMA settings. You can set the parallel port DMA to Off, DMA1, or DMA3. Identifies and defines the serial port settings. Auto, the default setting, automatically configures a connector to a particular designation (COM1 or COM3).
Primary Video This setting specifies which video controller is primary when two video controllers are present on the computer.

Performance

HyperThreading Performance If your computers processor supports Hyper-Threading, this option appears in the Options List. Bypass Your computer does not test or change the current acoustics mode setting. Quiet (default) The hard drive operates at its most quiet setting. Suggested The hard drive operates at the level suggested by the drive manufacturer. Performance The hard drive operates at its maximum speed. NOTE: Switching to performance mode may cause the drive to be noisier, but its performance is not affected. NOTE: Changing the acoustics setting does not alter your hard drive image. This section displays available system security options. This option provides restricted access to the computer's system setup program in the same way that access to the system can be restricted with the System Password option. Displays the current status of the system's password security feature and allows a new system password to be assigned and verified. This option locks the system password field with the setup password. When the field is locked, you can no longer disable password security by pressing <Ctrl><Enter> when the computer starts.

Security

Admin Password
System Password Password Status
AC Recovery Determines what happens when AC power is restored to the computer.

Auto Power On

Sets the computer to automatically turn on. Choices are every day or every Monday through Friday. The default setting is Off. This feature does not work if you turn off your computer using a power strip or surge protector.

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