JSI Tip 6022. What function keys can I use during Windows XP setup?
Jerold Schulman
December 1, 2002
1 Min Read
When setup starts loading:
F6 - To load 3rd party mass storage drivers that are NOT on the CD-ROM.
F5 - To manually select computer type or the HAL (Hardware Abstraction Layer).
F7 - To setup without ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface).
On the 'Welcome to Setup' screen
F2 - To start an ASR (Automated System Recovery) restore.
F10 - To bypass the menu screens and load the Recovery Console.
During GUI-mode setup:
Shift+F10 - To enable access to a command prompt.
Shift+F11 - To display wizards that give more detail.
NOTE: See How to Use a Command Prompt During GUI-Mode Setup.
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