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MEBx Interface (SMB Mode)

The Intel® Management Engine BIOS Extension (MEBx) is an optional ROM module that Intel provides to Dell™ to be included

in the Dell BIOS. The MEBx has been customized for Dell computers.

Dell also supports setup and configuration of Intel AMT in the small and medium business (SMB) mode. The only setting not

required in the SMB mode is the Set PID and PPS option. Also, the Provision Model option is set to Small Business

instead of Enterprise.

Follow the steps below to set up and configure Intel AMT in the SMB mode.

ME Configuration

To enable Intel Management Engine (ME) on the target platform, perform the following steps:

1. Press <Ctrl><p> at the Dell logo screen to enter the MEBx screens.

2. Type admin in the Intel ME Password field. Press <Enter>. Passwords are case sensitive.

You must change the default password before making changes to the MEBx options.

3. Select Change Intel ME Password, and then press <Enter>.

4. Type the new password twice for verification.

The new password must include the following elements:

Eight characters

One uppercase letter

One lowercase letter

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