Setting the bios configuration jumper, Location of the bios configuration jumper block, Jumper settings for the bios setup program modes – Intel D955XCS User Manual

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Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components

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Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper

CAUTION

Always turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the computer before changing the
jumper. Moving the jumper with the power on may result in unreliable computer operation.

The location of the desktop board’s BIOS configuration jumper is shown in Figure 30.

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Figure 30. Location of the BIOS Configuration Jumper Block

The three-pin BIOS configuration jumper block enables all board configurations to be done in
BIOS Setup. Table 10 shows the jumper settings for the Setup program modes.

Table 10. Jumper Settings for the BIOS Setup Program Modes

Jumper Setting

Mode

Description

3

1

Normal (default) (1-2)

The BIOS uses the current configuration and passwords for
booting.

3

1

Configure (2-3)

After the Power-On Self-Test (POST) runs, the BIOS
displays the Maintenance Menu. Use this menu to clear
passwords.

3

1

Recovery (None)

The BIOS recovers data from a recovery diskette in the
event of a failed BIOS update.

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