DELL NX046 User Manual

System Setup

This feature allows you to change the boot sequence for devices.

Fast Boot
(On default)

When enabled, this feature reduces computer startup time by 

bypassing some compatibility steps. Off does not skip any 

steps during computer startup. On starts the system more 

quickly.

Numlock Key
(On default)

Determines the functionality of the numeric keys on the right 

side of your keyboard. Off commands the right keypad keys to 

function as arrows. On commands the right keypad keys to 

function as numbers.

OS Install
(Off 
default)

Determines the maximum amount of system memory 

available to the operating system. When set to Off, all system 

memory is available to the operating system. When set to On, 

the maximum amount of memory available to the operating 

system is 256 MB.

Some operating systems will not complete installation 

with more than 2 GB of system memory.

POST Hotkeys

Determines whether the sign-on screen displays a message 

stating the keystroke sequence that is required to enter the 

Setup program or the Quickboot feature. Setup & Boot 

Menu displays both messages 

(F2=Setup and F12=Boot Menu). Setup displays the setup 

message only (F2=Setup). Boot Menu displays the Quickboot 

message only (F12=Boot Menu). None displays no message.

Keyboard 
Errors

When set to Report (enabled) and an error is detected during 

POST, the BIOS will display the error message and prompt 

you to press <F1> to continue or press <F2> to enter the 

system setup program.
When set to Do Not Report (disabled) and an error is 

detected during POST, the BIOS will display the error 

message and continue booting the system.