>>Press the F8 key repeatedly as soon as soon as the boot cycle starts.>>
>
>
>I don't know why the books all say that.  I've always simply held F8 down
>until the boot options open. I've been doing it that way for years.
>Although you get a few complaining burps from the computer, it seems a lot
>easier and more certain. Also less wear and tear on the F8 key contacts.
>
>Is there any reason why it should be tapped rather than held down?
>
>Don Penlington

Holding it down or tapping it produces the same results because when
you hold the key down, it automatically repeats itself (this is
sometimes configurable in the bios).  I suppose it could wear it out
faster by tapping it alot, but I seriously doubt that the few times
this is required would realistically impact the longevity of that
particular key.
So, to sum it up, do what works for you :)


Tony Mayer

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