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Chapter 4. Using the Setup Utility The Setup Utility program is used to view and change the configuration settings of your computer, regardless of which operating system you are using. However, the operating system settings might override any similar settings in the Setup Utility program. Starting the Setup Utility program To start the Setup Utility program, do the following: 1. If your computer is already on when you start this procedure, shut down the operating system and turn off the computer. 2. Press and hold the F1 key and then turn on the computer. When you hear multiple beeps, release the F1 key. Notes: a. If you are using a USB keyboard and the Setup Utility program does not display using this method, repeatedly press and release the F1 key rather than leaving it pressed when turning on the computer. b. If a User Password or an Administrator Password has been set, the Setup Utility program menu is not displayed until you type your password. For more information, see "Using passwords." The Setup Utility program might start automatically when POST detects that hardware has been removed or new hardware has been installed in your computer. Viewing and changing settings The Setup Utility program menu lists items that identify system configuration topics. To view or change settings, see "Starting the Setup Utility program." When working with the Setup Utility program menu, you must use the keyboard. The keys used to perform various tasks are displayed at the bottom of each screen. Changing the language setting for the BIOS To change the language setting for the BIOS, do the following: 1. Start the Setup Utility program (see "Starting the Setup Utility program"). 2. From the Setup Utility program menu, select Language. 3. Select a BIOS language of your choice and press Enter. 4. Restart the computer for the change to take effect. Using passwords By using the Setup Utility program, you can set passwords to prevent unauthorized persons from gaining access to your computer and data. See "Starting the Setup Utility program." The following types of passwords are available: v User Password v Administrator Password © Copyright Lenovo 2008 9