Bios; Accessing The Bios Setup; Boot Order; Exiting Bios Setup - Honeywell Thor VM3 User Manual

BIOS

The Microsoft Windows operating system is installed before shipping. The default BIOS
parameters are configured at that time. In most cases, it is unnecessary to modify the
BIOS parameters.
Generally, it is only necessary to enter the BIOS setup to change the boot order of the
drives.
This section is not intended to detail all features of the BIOS, instead it is intended to
cover the most commonly used setup options.
Caution: Be very careful when using this utility to modify BIOS Setup

Accessing the BIOS Setup

To access and modify the BIOS on the Thor VM3, an external keyboard must be
attached.
When the Press F2 for System Utilities prompt is displayed at power up, press the P2 key
on the Thor VM3 or the F2 key on an external keyboard to enter BIOS setup.
Use the arrow keys to move around the screen.

Boot Order

To view or edit the boot order, select the Boot tab.
The boot drive an can also be selected at bootup. Press P5 from the Thor VM3 keypad or
press F5 from an external keyboard. Use the arrows on the external keypad to make a
selection. This does not change the default boot order and the next bootup will return to
the default drive without user intervention.

Exiting BIOS Setup

To exit the BIOS setup, select the Exit tab and select from these options:
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Thor VM3 with Microsoft Windows 7 or Windows Embedded Standard 7 User Guide
parameters. The Thor VM3 may generate unexpected results
when incorrect or conflicting parameter values are entered.
Selecting incorrect or invalid options may require the Thor VM3
to be returned for repairs.
The parameters should only be modified by Information
Services personnel or the system administrator
Exit Saving Changes
Exit Discarding Changes
Load Setup Defaults for Windows 7 (Use this option for Windows 7 and Windows
Embedded Standard 7. Do not use options for other operating systems as this can
cause unexpected results)
Discard Changes
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