External Devices - Windows Vista

Using a USB device
External Devices 1–3
Required USB software
Some USB devices may require additional support software,
which is usually included with the device. For more information
about device-specific software, refer to the user guide for the
device.
USB legacy support
USB legacy support (enabled by default) allows you to
■ Use a USB keyboard, mouse, or hub connected to a USB port
on the computer during startup or in a non-Microsoft
®
Windows
® application or utility.
■ Boot from an optional external MultiBay.
To enable or disable USB legacy support:
1. Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the
computer, and then pressing
f10 while the “F10 = ROM Based
Setup” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the
screen.
2. Use the arrow keys to select System configuration > Device
Configurations, and then press
Enter.
3. Use the arrow keys to enable or disable USB legacy support,
and then press
f10.
4. To save your preferences and exit Computer Setup, use the
arrow keys to select File > Save changes and exit. Then
follow the instructions on the screen.
Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts.