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Table 9. POST Behavior

Option Description

Numlock LED Specifies if the NumLock function can be enabled when the system boots. This option is enabled by

default.

Keyboard Errors Specifies whether keyboard related errors are reported when it boots. This option is enabled by default.

Fastboot Allows you to speed up the boot process by bypassing some compatibility steps. The options are:

• Thorough - This option is enabled by default.

• Minimal

• Auto

Table 10. Virtualization Support

Option Description

Virtualization This option specifies whether a Virtual Machine Monitor (VMM) can utilize the additional hardware

capabilities provided by Intel Virtualization technology.

• Enable Intel Virtualization Technology - This option is enabled by default.

VT for Direct I/O Enables or disables the Virtual Machine Monitor (VMM) from utilizing the additional hardware capabilities

provided by Intel Virtualization technology for direct I/O.

• Enable Intel Virtualization Technology for Direct I/O - This option is enabled by default.

Trusted Execution Allows you to specify whether a Measured Virtual Machine Monitor (MVMM) can utilize the additional

hardware capabilities provided by Intel Trusted Execution Program.

• Trusted Execution - This option is disabled by default.

Table 11. Maintenance

Option Description

Service Tag Displays the service tag of your computer.

Asset Tag Allows you to create a system asset tag if an asset tag is not already set. This option is not set by default.

SERR Messages Controls the SERR message mechanism. This option is not set by default. Some graphics cards require

that the SERR message mechanism be disabled.

Table 12. System Logs

Option Description

BIOS events Displays the system event log and allows you to clear the log.

• Clear Log

Updating the BIOS

It is recommended to update your BIOS (system setup), on replacing the system board or if an update is available. For laptops, ensure that

your computer battery is fully charged and connected to a power outlet

1. Restart the computer.

2. Go to dell.com/support.

3. If you have your computer's Service Tag or Express Service Code:

NOTE: To locate the Service Tag, click Where is my Service Tag?

NOTE: If you cannot find your Service Tag, click Detect Service Tag. Proceed with the instructions on screen.

4. Enter the Service Tag or Express Service Code and click Submit.

5. If you are unable to locate or find the Service Tag, click the Product Category of your computer.

System Setup