Computer Hardware User Manual

30 Using the System Setup Program
Memory Info Displays the amount of Installed Memory , Memory Speed , Memory
Channel Mode
, and a description of the Memory Technology . This option
also displays a table that describes the memory size, whether the memory
module is ECC capable, single or dual rank, type, and organization for each
DIMM socket.
PCI Info Displays the types of cards that are installed in the PCI slots, if applicable.
Date/Time Resets the system’s internal calendar and clock.
Boot Sequence
(Diskette drive default)
Determines the order in which the system searches for boot devices during
system startup. Available options can include the diskette drive, CD drive,
hard drives, and USB devices.
Table 2-3. Drive Options
Option Description
Diskette Drive
(Internal default)
Enables and disables the diskette drives and sets read permission for the
internal diskette drive.
Off disables all diskette drives. USB disables the
internal diskette drive and enables a USB drive if the USB controller is
enabled and a USB drive is connected.
Internal enables the internal
diskette drive.
Read Only enables the internal drive controller and allows
the internal diskette drive read-only permission.
NOTE: Diskette drives are optional and may not be part of your system.
SATA0-3
Enables or disables a Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (S ATA)
device (such as hard drive, CD drive, or DVD drive).
Off disables the
interface so that the device cannot be used.
On enables the interface so
that the device can be used.
Displays the Controller type, Port number the drive is using, Drive ID
number, Capacity, whether the drive is controlled by the BIOS, and Link
Speed.
PATA0-1
Enables or disables a Parallel Advanced Technology Attachment device
(such as hard drive or IDE drive).
Off disables the interface so that the
device cannot be used.
On enables the interface so that the device can be
used.
Displays the Controller type, Port number the drive is using, Drive ID
number, Capacity, whether the drive is controlled by the BIOS, and Link
Speed.
SMART Reporting
(Off default)
Determines whether hard-drive errors for internal drives are reported during
system startup.
Off does not report errors. On reports errors.
Table 2-2. System Options (continued)
Option Description
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