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December 25th, 2007 13:00

How do I access system BIOS setup to change primary display adapter to P

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December 25th, 2007 13:00

How do I accesss the systems BIOS setup so I can change the Primary Display Adapter to "PCI"? It's a Dell Diminsion 3000 running Windows XP Home edition. I have just installed a PNY Nvidia GeForce FX 5200 but I can't figure out how to change the BIOS.
 
Thanks for any help.
 
I have tried the escape key at the Dell splash screen and I get nothing. :smileymad:
 
Nick
 
I've managed to get into the BIOS setup by using the F2 key at the Dell splash screen. I am able to locate the Video selection which provides me with either "Auto or Onboard" options. I am looking for a way to choose the "PCI" slot. When I have the new graphics card installed and connect the monitor to it, I get the first part of the boot up process then the screen turns blank. Once I hear the windows start up music I loose the video. When I leave the card installed and return the monitor connection to the onboard slot, I don't see anything until the Windows startup music, then I the monitor turns on and I have access to my desktop.
 


Message Edited by Zecura on 12-25-2007 11:37 AM

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December 25th, 2007 14:00

Zecura,

Follow the instructions here .

Warren

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December 25th, 2007 16:00

Warren,
 
You are Da-Man!!!!!!
 
Grand Slam there Brother. The instructions were FLAWLESS!!!!!
 
After trying 10 different things over a 5 hour period, you got me going in twenty minutes.
 
High Fives going on all over the house.
 
My Son and I thank you from the bottom of our hearts. You saved Christmas.:manvery-happy:
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