IBM 6587 - PC 350 - 16 MB RAM User manual

Using Your Personal Computer
PC 330 (Type 6577) and PC 350 (Type 6587)

IBM
Using Your Personal Computer
PC 330 (Type 6577) and PC 350 (Type 6587)

Note
Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information under
Appendix B, “Product Warranties, License Agreement, and Notices” on page 73.
Second Edition (June 1996)
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Contents
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
Lithium Battery Notice .................. vi
Laser Compliance Statement ............... vii
Chapter 1. Your Personal Computer .......... 1
What Your Personal Computer Offers .......... 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Expandability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Features at a Glance—Personal Computer ....... 7
Chapter 2. Arranging Your Workspace ........ 9
Comfort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Glare and Lighting ..................... 9
Air Circulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Electrical Outlets and Cable Lengths .......... 10
Chapter 3. Operating Your Personal Computer .. 11
Using Controls and Status Indicators ......... 11
Starting Your Personal Computer ........... 13
Using a Mouse ....................... 13
Shutting Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Configuring Your Personal Computer ......... 15
Using the Configuration/Setup Utility Program . 16
Viewing the System Summary ............ 16
Setting the Date and Time .............. 17
Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Using Advanced Power Management ....... 21
Using System Management .............. 23
Changing Keyboard Speed .............. 23
Changing Monitor Settings .............. 24
Installing Video Device Drivers ............. 25
Adding Memory Modules ................ 26
Updating System Programs ............... 27
Diskettes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Identifying Diskettes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Handling and Storing Diskettes ........... 31
Labeling Diskettes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Inserting and Removing Diskettes .......... 33
Write-Protecting Diskettes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Formatting Diskettes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Copying Diskettes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Using a CD-ROM Drive ................. 36
Handling Compact Discs ............... 36
Loading a Compact Disc ............... 36
Using Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Locking the Cover and Sliding Door ........ 37
Locking the Keyboard ................. 38
Chapter 4. Taking Care of Your Personal Computer 39
Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Cleaning Your Personal Computer ........... 39
Computer and Keyboard ............... 39
Monitor Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Mouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Replacing the Battery ................... 40
Moving Your Personal Computer ............ 41
Chapter 5. Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Using Diagnostic Tools .................. 43
Power-On Self-Test (POST) .............. 43
POST Beep Codes ................... 44
Diagnostic Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
POST Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Troubleshooting Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Installing Files from Option Diskettes ......... 62
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Managing TSR Programs ................. 62
Chapter 6. Getting Help, Service, and Information 63
Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Using the HelpWare Support Family ......... 63
Using Electronic Support Services .......... 63
Getting Information by Fax .............. 64
Getting Help Online .................. 64
Getting Help by Telephone .............. 65
Getting Help Around the World .......... 65
Purchasing Additional HelpWare Services ...... 66
Enhanced PC Support Line .............. 66
900-Number Operating System and Hardware
Support Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Network and Server Support Line ......... 66
Ordering Support Line Services ........... 67
Warranty and Repair Services ............ 67
Obtaining IBM Operating System Updates ...... 68
Ordering Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Appendix A. Computer Records . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Serial Numbers and Keys ................ 69
Device Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Appendix B. Product Warranties, License
Agreement, and Notices ................ 73
Hardware Limited Warranty .............. 73
License Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Program Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Additional Terms and Conditions .......... 75
Program Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
U.S. Government Users Restricted Rights ....... 75
Other Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Other Additional Terms and Conditions ...... 76
Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Electronic Emission Notices ............. 78
Telecommunication Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Power Cord Notice ................... 81
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
iv Using Your Personal Computer

Safety Information
In the U.K., by law, the power cord must be disconnected after the telephone line cable.
To Disconnect
To Connect
Remove all cables
from devices.
Attach power cord
to outlet.
In the U.K., by law, the telephone cable must be connected after the power cord.
1
2
Turn device ON.
DANGER:
First, remove power
cord from outlet.
2
Remove signal cables
from receptacles.
Turn everything OFF.
Turn everything OFF.
Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid shock hazard, connect
and disconnect cables as shown below when installing, moving or opening the covers of this product or attached
devices. The power cord must be used with a properly grounded outlet.
Attach signal cables
to receptacles.
Attach all cables to
devices.
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Lithium Battery Notice
CAUTION:
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
When replacing the battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent type battery recommended by the
manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of.
Do not:
Throw or immerse into water
Heat to more than 100°C (212°F)
Repair or disassemble
Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.
ATTENTION
Danger d'explosion en cas de remplacement incorrect de la batterie.
Remplacer uniquement par une batterie IBM de type 33F8354 ou d'un type équivalent recommandé par le fabricant.
La batterie contient du lithium et peut exploser en cas de mauvaise utilisation, de mauvaise manipulation ou de mise
au rebut inappropriée.
Ne pas :
Lancer ou plonger dans l'eau
Chauffer à plus de 100° C (212° F)
Réparer ou désassembler
Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux règlements locaux.
vi Using Your Personal Computer

Laser Compliance Statement
Some IBM Personal Computer models are equipped from
the factory with a CD-ROM drive. The CD-ROM drive is
a laser product. The CD-ROM drive is certified in the
U.S. to conform to the requirements of the Department of
Health and Human Services 21 Code of Federal
Regulations (DHHS 21 CFR) Subchapter J for Class 1 laser
products. Elsewhere, the drive is certified to conform to
the requirements of the Electrotechnical Commission
(IEC) 825 and CENELEC EN 60 825 for Class 1 laser
products.
Class 1 laser products are not considered to be hazardous.
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