Dell PowerEdge SC1420 - Manual (Page 15)

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Table 1-8. Maintenance Options
Option Description
Load Defaults Allows you to restore all System Setup options to their factory defaults.
Event Log Allows you to view the Event Log. Entries are marked R for Read and U
for Unread. Mark All Entries Read puts an R to the left of all the entries.
Clear Log clears the Event Log.
Table 1-9. POST Behavior Options
Option Description
Fast Boot
(On default)
When enabled, this feature reduces system startup time by bypassing some
compatibility steps. Off does not skip any steps during system startup.
On starts the system more quickly.
Numlock Key
(On default)
Determines the functionality of the numeric keys on the right side of your
keyboard. Off commands the right keypad keys to function as arrows.
On commands the right keypad keys to function as numbers.
POST Hotkeys
(Setup and Boot Menu
default)
Determines whether the sign-on screen displays a message stating the
keystroke sequence that is required to enter the Setup program or the
Quickboot feature. Setup & Boot Menu displays both messages
(F2=Setup and F12=Boot Menu). Setup displays the setup message only
(F2=Setup). Boot Menu displays the Quickboot message only
(F12=Boot Menu). None displays no message.
Keyboard Errors
(Report default)
When set to Report (enabled) and an error is detected during POST, the BIOS
will display the error message and prompt you to press <F1> to continue or
press <F2> to enter System Setup.
When set to Do Not Report (disabled) and an error is detected during POST,
the BIOS will display the error message and continue booting the system.