IDE config error.

By the way, I can't even get to BIOS. Can't get to boot menu. It just takes me RIGHT to this window and I can't get past it. Need some help. Been at this PC for 3 weeks. 

Phoenix ROM BIOS PLUS Version 1.10 2.0.5

Dell System Dell DM061 Series

BIOS version 2.0.5

Hi ellsy82,

What is the status of the Power button LED and the Diagnostic LEDs located at the front of the system?

You may try clearing the CMOS settings if not done yet and see if it works. Drain the residual power from the system:

• Disconnect any external peripherals (flash drives, printers, external hard drives) from the computer.
• Disconnect the power cable.
• Press and hold the power button for 10-15 seconds.

To clear the CMOS settings, try the steps below.

• Locate the 2-pin CMOS jumper (CLRCMOS) on the system board.
• Remove the jumper plug from the password jumper (CLRPSWD) pins 1 and 2.
• Place the jumper plug on the CMOS jumper (CLRCMOS) pins 1 and 2 and wait approximately 5 seconds.
• Remove the jumper plug and replace it on the password jumper (CLRPSWD) pins 1 and 2.

You may refer to the system manual for more information. The link for the manual is http://bit.ly/VkdC84.

Please refer to the Service Manual of this system for instructions on assembling and dis-assembling the hardware components. Follow the 'Safety Guidelines' listed on the manual to help protect your computer from potential damage and to help ensure your own personal safety.

Hope this helps. Please feel free to reply for any further assistance.

Hi i am having a problem with my pc my little brothet was playing with it and right now anytime i am trying to get into the computet it tells me to put in a password and the error performing automatic ide configuration dont know what that means any suggestions and help will be highly appreciated

It definitely solved my similar dilemma.  Thankyou, soooo much.