We run a Dell R410 server. The trouble we are facing is that it does not remember it's BIOS settings. The pain in that is that we need to be physically at the server when it reboots.
Let me list some obserations:
- After a reboot the BIOS settings are lost
- The current time is still available though
- Because the "F1/F2 Prompt on Error" switch is reset to enabled we get a "Fan 4 speed may change depending on system configuration and option card install" message that prevents booting automatically
What did we try already?
- Changed CMOS battery
- Confirmed that the "AC Power Recovery" jumper is not set
We are in the process of upgrading the BIOS. But the changelog does not list any major failures like this.
What are your observations?