IBM 847651U Handbook - Page 79

Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program Important information for mouse users This information applies only to those who have a mouse connected to the mouse port; a serial mouse is not affected by the password prompt Off mode. The password prompt Off mode prevents the server from detecting that a mouse is attached. Because in this mode, the mouse device driver will not be loaded automatically through the CONFIG.SYS or AUTOEXEC.BAT files, an error message will appear to indicate that the mouse port is disabled, and the server will halt. To enable the operating system to load without displaying the error message, follow the instructions that apply to your operating system. If you are using OS/2®, do one of the following before enabling password prompt Off mode: Set the CONFIG.SYS file so that the operating system does not stop on a device-driver error. To do this, put the command PAUSEONERROR=NO near the top of the CONFIG.SYS file. or Remove the mouse driver statement from the CONFIG.SYS file. If you are using Windows NT or Windows 95, do the following: When the server is started and the mouse port disabled error message appears, type either your power-on or administrator password to enable the keyboard. Then use the keyboard to put a check mark in the Do not display this message in the future check box. Once the operating system starts in password prompt Off mode, the keyboard will remain locked. If you have a mouse connected to the mouse port, it also will remain locked. Although you are not prompted to type a password in this mode, you can type either your power-on or administrator password anytime after POST has completed, even after the operating system has loaded. If you type a password, the keyboard will unlock, but the mouse connected to the mouse port will remain disabled. If you enter a password, the keyboard will unlock, but the mouse connected to the mouse port will remain disabled. Chapter 3. Configuring your server 45