BIOS Settings
Overview
The eZMP is shipped with default BIOS settings that require no changes for normal operation. These default BIOS settings are recommended and are provided below as a reference in the event you need to restore these settings from the orginal manufacturer's default configuration.
The recommended default settings are:
| Parameter |
Setting |
| HALT ON ERROR |
NO |
| PS/2 MOUSE |
DISABLED |
| ONBOARD LPT |
DISABLED |
| SPREAD SPECTRUM |
ENABLED |
| DISPLAY MODE |
CRT |
| AC97 |
DISABLED |
| POWER SUPPLY PRESENT |
AT |
| POWER LOSS CONTROL STATE |
POWER ON |
WARNING
These recommended BIOS settings are lost when the BIOS is restored to the manufacturer's default configuration!
The instructions below describe how to restore the BIOS to the default manufacturer's configuration which may be necessary if you have made changes to the BIOS and need to revert back to default settings or if the eZMP fails to boot up when running without a keyboard, such as for network connections with a LAN or crossover cable.
Disable Halt on Errors
This allows the eZMP will to boot up when the eZMP is used without a keyboard.
- On powerup, hit F2 to enter the BIOS menu.
- Select the Advanced > Miscellaneous menu.
- Select Halt On Errors and change the setting from Yes to No.
Disable Parallel Port
This modification keeps Windows XPe from asking to install the driver for the non-existant parallel port on boot up.
- In the BIOS configuration menu, Select Advanced > I/O Device Configuration
- Select SIO Options
- Select Onboard LPT and set it to Disabled.
Save Bios Changes and Reboot
With the above configuration set, press F10 to save the changes and exit to reboot the eZMP.
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