If F10 doesn't work, it means the non-DOS setup partition at the front of
the hard drive is damaged or missing. If this is the case, go he

http://h18007.www1.hp.com/support/files/

Select your model desktop or notebook and download the Softpaq for Computer
Setup. Run this SoftPaq and it will create a boot floppy from which you can
enter the BIOS. You might want to download the Personal Computer Diagnostics
SoftPaq as well.

HH


"Gilbert d" wrote in message
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How can you access the BIOS on an old Compaq Deskpro? Already tried the
usual stuff... DEL after POST, F4, F5, F8, F10... Nothing.
Any suggestions
Thanks,
Gilbert