Deskpro Personal Computers Service Reference Guide

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Setup Utilities and Diagnostic Features

2.3.2 Compaq Restore CD

The

Compaq Restore CD

offers easy deployment and recovery of the system software. Along with

the Microsoft operating system CD, the

Compaq Restore CD

enables the user to selectively

restore the original system software. This can be extremely helpful in the event of hard drive

failure or corruption.

The

Compaq Restore CD

is specific to each desktop model and accompanies many desktop

models along with the Microsoft operating system CD.

2.4 Unique Universal Identification (UUID)

This feature is available on all 1999 and later model computers. Each computer has a randomly

generated 32-digit identification that may be used for asset management purposes. The random

number is generated during the pretest process in the Compaq factory, is flashed onto the ROM,

and is then printed on the shipping label. Users and service providers may turn off the UUID

number by following these instructions:

1. Turn on or restart the computer. In Windows, click Start

Shut Down

Restart the

Computer.

2. When the F10=Setup message appears in the lower-right corner of the screen, press the F10

key.

✎

If you do not press the F10 key while the message is displayed, you must turn off

the computer, then on again, to access the utility.

3. Select the language from the list and press Enter.

A choice of five headings appears in the Computer Setup Utilities menu: File, Storage,

Security, Power, and Advanced.

4. Select Advanced

Power-On Options

UUID

Disable.

5. To apply and save changes, select File

Save Changes and Exit.