Bios utility – IBM 310ED User Manual

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BIOS Utility

Your computer has a BIOS Utility that allows you to
configure the computer and its hardware settings.

Note: The computer is also bundled with a Windows 95-
based computer management utility similar in function to
the BIOS Utility called the Notebook Manager.

The computer is already correctly configured for you. If
you make any changes to the computer or you receive an
Equipment Configuration Error message (error code 246)
after you power-on the computer, you need to run the
BIOS Utility.

The BIOS Utility has the following functions:

Change the system date or time

Set the power-saving modes and timers

Set, change, or remove a system password

Change the system boot drive or display device

Add or remove serial and parallel devices

Set the video display features

Press F2 while the ThinkPad logo is being displayed to
enter the BIOS Utility. The main screen displays.

Note: If the Setup password is set, you need to enter the
Setup password to gain access to the BIOS Utility.

BIOS Utility

Basic System Settings

System Security

Power Management Settings

Load Setup Default Settings

↑↓=Move highlight bar, Enter=Select, Esc=Exit

There are four main menu items:

Basic System Settings

System Security

Power Management Settings

Load Setup Default Settings

ThinkPad 310, 310D, 310E, 310ED (2600)

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