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IBM
®
IntelliStation
®
E
Pro
User’s Guide
IntelliStation E Pro Types 6836, 6846
SC06-P456-60
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IBM
®
IntelliStation
®
E
Pro
User’s Guide
IntelliStation E Pro Types 6836, 6846
SC06-P456-60


NOTE: Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information in “Appendix E.
Product warranties and notices” on page 119.
First Edition (October 2000)
© Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2000. All rights reserved.
US Government Users Restricted Rights – Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract
with IBM Corp.

Contents
Safety ...............v
Modem safety information .........xii
Preface ..............xiii
Relatedinformation...........xiii
Notices used in this book .........xiii
Chapter 1. Introducing the IntelliStation
E Pro models ............1
Features and specifications for the tower model . . 2
Features and specifications for the desktop model . . 2
Software................4
Preinstalled software...........4
Software Selections CD ..........5
OthersoftwareCDs...........6
What your IntelliStation E Pro offers ......6
Computercontrolsandindicators.......7
Chapter 2. Setting up your computer . . 9
Selecting a location for your computer......9
Arranging your workspace .........9
Comfort...............9
Glareandlighting...........10
Aircirculation............10
Electrical outlets and cable lengths .....10
Connecting computer cables .........10
Starting your computer for the first time ....12
Running the setup program ........13
Registering your computer .........14
Using Access IBM ............14
Viewing documentation on the World Wide Web . . 15
Installing other operating systems .......15
Product recovery program .........16
Additional setup tasks...........16
Setting up Internet Explorer ........16
Creating emergency repair diskettes .....16
Finishingtheinstallation..........17
Chapter 3. Operating your computer . . 19
Turning on your computer .........19
Usingvideofeatures...........20
Videodevicedrivers..........21
Changing monitor settings ........21
Using audio features ...........21
Lineout..............22
Linein...............22
Mic................22
MIDI...............22
Managing your computer..........22
WakeonLAN............22
Remote Program Load or Dynamic Host
ConfigurationProtocol .........22
Remote Administration .........23
LANClient Control Manager........23
System Migration Assistant ........23
Desktop Management Interface .......23
Using security features ..........23
Anti-intrusion features..........23
Component protection..........24
Data protection ............24
Shutting down your operating system .....24
Turning off your computer .........25
Chapter 4. Configuring your computer 27
Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program . . 27
Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility program 27
Choices available from the Configuration/Setup
Utility main menu ...........27
Usingpasswords...........29
Using the SCSISelect Utility program (some models) 30
Starting the SCSISelect Utility program ....30
Choices available from the SCSISelect menu . . 30
Chapter 5. Installing options .....33
Major components of the tower model .....33
Major components of the desktop model ....34
System and PCI extender boards .......35
System and PCI extender board option
connectors ..............35
System board internal cable connectors ....36
System board external connectors ......36
System board jumpers ..........37
Before you begin ............37
System reliability considerations ......38
Handling static-sensitive devices ......38
Safety information ...........39
Power and signal cables for internal drives ....43
Installing options in a tower model ......44
Moving the stabilizing feet ........44
Removingthesidecover.........45
Removing the support bracket assembly....46
Working with adapters .........47
Installing internal drives .........50
Installing memory modules ........55
Installing a security U-bolt ........57
Installing the cover ...........58
Installing options in the desktop model .....59
Removingthecomputercover.......59
Working with adapters .........60
Installing internal drives .........64
Installing memory modules ........67
Installing a security U-bolt ........68
Installing the cover ...........69
Connecting external options ........70
I/O connector locations .........71
Input/Output connectors .........72
Chapter 6. Solving problems .....77
Diagnostic tools overview .........77
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POST ................78
POST beep code descriptions .......78
Small computer system interface messages (some
models)................78
Diagnostic programs and error messages ....79
Textmessages ............80
Starting the diagnostic programs ......80
Viewing the test log ..........82
Diagnostic error message tables.......82
Troubleshootingcharts...........88
Software-generated error messages .....93
Troubleshooting the Ethernet controller ....93
Ethernet controller messages........95
Recovering your operating system and preinstalled
software...............99
Recovering BIOS ...........99
Recovering or installing device drivers ....101
Recovering your operating system .....101
UsingNortonAntiVirusforIBM......102
Using the ConfigSafe program.......102
ClearingCMOS ............103
Replacing the battery ...........103
Getting information, help, and service .....104
Getting information ..........105
Getting help and service.........105
Purchasing additional services.......108
Appendix A. Using the Software
Selections CD ...........109
Features of the Software Selections CD .....109
Starting the Software Selections CD ......109
Installing software using the Software Selections
CD.................110
Appendix B. Maintaining your
computer .............111
Taking care of your computer ........111
Basics ...............111
Cleaning your computer .........111
Moving your computer .........113
Appendix C. Computer records ....115
Serialnumbersandkeys..........115
Appendix D. Viewing the International
License Agreement for Non-Warranted
Programs .............117
Appendix E. Product warranties and
notices ..............119
WarrantyStatements...........119
IBM Statement of Limited Warranty for United
States, Puerto Rico, and Canada (Part 1 -
GeneralTerms)............119
IBM Statement of Warranty Worldwide except
Canada, Puerto Rico, Turkey, United States (Part
1–GeneralTerms)..........122
Part 2 - Worldwide Country-Unique Terms . . 124
Notices ...............128
Edition notice ............128
Processing date data ..........129
Trademarks.............129
Importantnotes ...........130
Electronic emission notices .........130
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Statement .............130
Industry Canada Class A emission compliance
statement..............131
Australia and New Zealand Class A statement 131
United Kingdom telecommunications safety
requirement.............131
European Union EMC Directive conformance
statement..............131
Taiwan electrical emission statement.....132
Japanese Voluntary Control Council for
Interference (VCCI) statement .......132
Powercords..............132
Index ...............135
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Safety
Before installing this product, read the Safety Information book .
Antes de instalar este produto, leia o Manual de Informações sobre Segurança.
Pred instalací tohoto produktu si prectete prírucku bezpecnostních instrukcí.
Læshæftet med sikkerhedsforskrifter, før du installerer dette produkt.
Lue Safety Information -kirjanen, ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen.
Avant de procéder àl’installation de ce produit, lisez le manuel Safety Information.
Vor Beginn der Installation die Broschüre mit Sicherheitshinweisen lesen.
Przed zainstalowaniem tego produktu należy przeczytać broszurę Informacje Dotyczące
Bezpieczeństwa.
Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere l’opuscolo contenente le informazioni
sulla sicurezza.
Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst het boekje met veiligheidsvoorschriften.
Les heftet om sikkerhetsinformasjon (Safety Information) før du installerer dette
produktet.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia o folheto Informações sobre Segurança.
© Copyright IBM Corp. 2000 v

Перед установкой продукта прочтите брошюру по технике безопасности
(Safety Inf rmati n).
Pred inštaláciou tohto produktu si pre ítajte Informa núbrožúrku o bezpe nosti.
Preden namestite ta izdelek, preberite knjižico Varnostne informacije.
Antes de instalar este producto, lea la Información de Seguridad.
Lässäkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten.
Installálás el tt olvassa el a Biztonsági el írások kézikönyvét !
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Statement 1
Danger
Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous.
To avoid a shock hazard:
vDo not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or
reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm.
vConnect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet.
vConnect to properly wired outlets any equipment that will be attached to this product.
vWhen possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal cables.
vNever turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire, water, or structural
damage.
vDisconnect the attached power cords, telecommunications systems, networks, and
modems before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in the
installation and configuration procedures.
vConnect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when installing,
moving, or opening covers on this product or attached devices.
To connect:
1. Turn everything OFF.
2. First, attach all cables to devices.
3. Attach signal cables to connectors.
4. Attach power cords to outlet.
5. Turn device ON.
To disconnect:
1. Turn everything OFF.
2. First, remove power cords from outlet.
3. Remove signal cables from connectors.
4. Remove all cables from devices.
Safety vii

DANGER
Le courant électrique provenant de l’alimentation, du téléphone et des câbles de
transmission peut présenter un danger.
Pour éviter tout risque de choc électrique :
vNe manipulez aucun câble et n’effectuez aucune opération d’installation,
d’entretien ou de reconfiguration de ce produit au cours d’un orage.
vBranchez tous les cordons d’alimentation sur un socle de prise de courant
correctement câblé et mis à la terre.
vBranchez sur des socles de prise de courant correctement câblés tout
équipement connecté à ce produit.
vLorsque cela est possible, n’utilisez qu’une seule main pour connecter ou
déconnecter les câbles d’interface.;
vNe mettez jamais un équipement sous tension en cas d’incendie ou
d’inondation, ou en présence de dommages matériels.
vAvant de retirer les carters de l’unité, mettez celle-ci hors tension et
déconnectez ses cordons d’alimentation, ainsi que les câbles qui la relient aux
réseaux, aux systèmes de té lécommunication et aux modems (sauf instruction
contraire mentionnée dans les procédures d’installation et de configuration).
vLorsque vous installez, que vous déplacez, ou que vous manipulez le présent
produit ou des périphériques qui lui sont raccordés, reportez-vous aux
instructions ci-dessous pour connecter et déconnecter les différents cordons.
Connexion:
1. Mettez les unités hors tension.
2. Commencez par brancher tous les
cordons sur les unités.
3. Branchez les câbles d’interface sur des
connecteurs.
4. Branchez les cordons d’alimentation sur
des prises.
5. Mettez les unités sous tension.
Déconnexion:
1. Mettez les unités hors tension.
2. Débranchez les cordons d’alimentation
des prises.
3. Débranchez les câbles d’interface des
connecteurs.
4. Débranchez tous les câbles des unités.
Statement 2
CAUTION:
When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent
type battery recommended by the manufacturer. If your system has a module containing
a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made by the same
manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used,
handled, or disposed of.
Do not:
vThrow or immerse into water.
vHeat to more than 100 C (212 F)
vRepair or disassemble
Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.
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DANGER
Danger d’explosion en cas de remplacement incorrect de la batterie.
Remplacer uniquement par une batterie IBM de type ou d’un type équivalent
recommandépar 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 :
vLancer ou plonger dans l’eau
vChauffer àplus de 100°C (212°F)
vRéparer ou désassembler
Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux règlements locaux.
Statement 3
CAUTION:
When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters)
are installed, note the following:
vDo not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could result in
exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the device.
vUse of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified
herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Danger
Some laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode. Note the
following. Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly
with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam.
DANGER
Certains modèles d’ordinateurs personnels sont équipésd’origine d’une unitéde
CD-ROM ou de DVD-ROM. Mais ces unités sont également vendues séparément
en tant qu’options. L’unitéde CD-ROM/DVD-ROM est un appareil àlaser. Aux
État-Unis, l’unitéde CD-ROM/DVD-ROM est certifiée conforme aux normes
indiquées dans le sous-chapitre J du DHHS 21 CFR relatif aux produits àlaser de
classe 1. Dans les autres pays, elle est certifiéeêtre un produit àlaser de classe 1
conforme aux normes CEI 825 et CENELEC EN 60 825.
Lorsqu’une unitéde CD-ROM/DVD-ROM est installée, tenez compte des
remarques suivantes:
ATTENTION: Pour éviter tout risque d’exposition au rayon laser, respectez les
consignes de réglage et d’utilisation des commandes, ainsi que les procédures
décrites.
Safety ix

L’ouverture de l’unitéde CD-ROM/DVD-ROM peut entraîner un risque
d’exposition au rayon laser. Pour toute intervention, faites appel àdu personnel
qualifié.
Certaines unités de CD-ROM/DVD-ROM peuvent contenir une diode àlaser de
classe 3A ou 3B. Tenez compte de la consigne qui suit:
DANGER
Rayonnement laser lorsque le carter est ouvert. Évitez toute exposition directe des yeux
au rayon laser. Évitez de regarder fixement le faisceau ou de l’observer àl’aide
d’instruments optiques.
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Statement 4
≥18 kg (39.7 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs)
CAUTION:
Use safe practices when lifting.
Statement 5
CAUTION:
The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do
not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more
than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all
power cords are disconnected from the power source.
1
2
Safety xi

Modem safety information
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using telephone
equipment, always follow basic safety precautions, such as:
vNever install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
vNever install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.
vNever touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line
has been disconnected at the network interface.
vUse caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
vAvoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm.
There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
vDo not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
Consignes de sécuritérelatives au modem
Lors de l’utilisation de votre matériel téléphonique, il est important de respecter les
consignes ci-après afin de réduire les risques d’incendie, d’électrocution et d’autres
blessures :
vN’installez jamais de cordons téléphoniques durant un orage.
vLes prises téléphoniques ne doivent pas être installées dans des endroits
humides, exceptési le modèle a étéconçuàcet effet.
vNe touchez jamais un cordon téléphonique ou un terminal non isoléavant que
la ligne ait étédéconnectéeduréseau téléphonique.
vSoyez toujours prudent lorsque vous procédez àl’installation ou àla
modification de lignes téléphoniques.
vSi vous devez téléphoner pendant un orage, pour éviter tout risque de choc
électrique, utilisez toujours un téléphone sans fil.
vEn cas de fuite de gaz, n’utilisez jamais un téléphone situéàproximitéde la
fuite.
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Preface
This book will help you become familiar with your IBM IntelliStation E Pro
computer and its many features. It describes how to set up, configure, operate,
maintain, and install options in your computer. Information about software,
problem solving, and getting help is also included in this book.
Related information
The following documentation contains additional information about your
computer. If your computer comes with IBM-preinstalled software, you might be
able to view these documents using Access IBM. See “Using Access IBM”on
page 14 for information about how to use Access IBM. The IBM documents listed
below can also be found at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support on the World Wide
Web.
vHardware Maintenance Manual
This publication contains information for trained service technicians. It can be
found at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support on the World Wide Web.
vREADME files on the Device Drivers and IBM Enhanced Diagnostics CD
Several README files on this CD contain information about the various
adapters and devices that might be attached to your computer.
vAdaptec SCSI documentation
This publication, accessible through Access IBM, contains information and
instructions for installing and configuring small computer systems interface
(SCSI) device drivers and devices.
vSafety Information
This publication, accessible through Access IBM, contains multilingual Caution
and Danger notices.
Notices used in this book
This information product contains notices that relate to specific topics. The Caution
and Danger notices also appear in the multilingual Safety Information book that is
accessible through Access IBM. Each notice is numbered for easy reference to the
corresponding notices in the safety book.
The notice definitions are as follows:
vNotes: These notices provide important tips, guidance, or advice.
vImportant: These notices provide information or advice that might help you
avoid inconvenient or problem situations.
vAttention: These notices indicate possible damage to programs, devices, or data.
An attention notice is placed just before the instruction or situation in which
damage could occur.
vCaution: These notices indicate situations that can be potentially hazardous to
you. A caution notice is placed just before descriptions of potentially hazardous
procedure steps or situations.
vDanger:These notices indicate situations that can be potentially lethal or
extremely hazardous to you. A danger notice is placed just before descriptions of
potentially lethal or extremely hazardous procedures or situations.
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Chapter 1. Introducing the IntelliStation E Pro models
Thank you for selecting an IBM
®
IntelliStation
®
Professional Workstation. Your
computer incorporates many of the latest advances in computing technology and is
easy to expand and upgrade as your needs change.
If you have access to the World Wide Web, you can obtain up-to-date information
about your IntelliStation E Pro model and other IBM computer products at the
following World Wide Web address:
http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/intellistation/
Your computer model and serial numbers are located on labels on the bottom of
the computer and on the lower right side of the bezel on the tower model. These
labels are located on the bottom of the computer and on the lower right front of
the bezel on the desktop model. You will need these numbers when you register
your computer with IBM.
Tower model
(6846)
Desktop model
(6836)
Serial number
Serial number
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Features and specifications for the tower model
The following table provides a summary of the features and specifications of the
tower model. Some features and specifications are not available on all models.
Table 1. Tower Model Features and Specifications
Microprocessor:
vSupports one microprocessor
vIntel
™
Pentium
™
III with 256 KB
Level-2 cache and MMX (MMX2)
technology
Memory:
vMinimum: 64 MB
vMaximum: 1.5 GB
vType: PC133 MHz, ECC SDRAM,
unregistered DIMMs only
vSlots: Three dual inline
Drives: (depending on your model)
vDiskette: 1.44 MB
vCD-ROM : IDE
vHard disk drive
Expansion bays :
vTwo 5.25-in. bays (One CD-ROM
drive installed)
vTwo 3.5-in. bays (One diskette
drive installed)
vThree 3.5-in. slim-high bays
available (One hard disk drive
installed)
PCI expansion slots :
vThree 33 MHz/32-bit on the system
board (some models come with a
SCSI adapter installed)
vTwo 33 MHz/32-bit on the PCI Bus
extender board
AGP slot :
vAccelerated graphics port (AGP)
vVideo adapter installed in the AGP
slot on the system board
Power supply :
One 330 watt (90-240 V ac)
Video : (depending on your model)
vMatrox or NVidia AGP video
adapter
vCompatible with SVGA and VGA
vMatrox has 16 MB SDRAM video
memory
vNVidia has 32 MB SDRAM video
memory
Size:
vHeight: 470 mm (18.5 in.)
vDepth: 508 mm (19.9 in.)
vWidth: 165 mm (6.5 in.)
vWeight: approximately 19.5 Kg (43
lb.) when fully configured or 15.9
Kg (35 lb.) minimum
Integrated functions:
v10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet
controller on the system board
with an RJ-45 Ethernet port
vTwo serial ports
vParallel port
vTwo USB ports
vKeyboard port
vMouse port
vMIDI port
vAudio ports
–Line out
–Line in
–Mic
vDual-channel bus mastering IDE
controller
Acoustical noise emissions :
vSound power, idling: 6.6 bel
maximum
vSound power, operating: 6.8 bel
maximum
Environment:
vAir temperature :
–Computer on: 10°to 35°C (50.0°
to 95.0°F). Altitude: 0 to 914 m
(2998.7 ft.)
–Computer on: 10°to 32°C (50.0°
to 89.6°F). Altitude: 914 m
(2998.7 ft.) to 2133 m (6998.0 ft.)
–Computer off: 10°to 43°C (50.0°
to 109.4°F). Maximum altitude:
2133 m (6998.0 ft.)
vHumidity :
–Computer on: 8% to 80%
–Computer off: 8% to 80%
Heat output :
Approximate heat output in British
Thermal Units (Btu) per hour
vMinimum configuration: 341 Btu
(100 watts)
vMaximum configuration: 1604 Btu
(470 watts)
Electrical input :
vSine-wave input (50-60 Hz) required
vInput voltage low range:
–Minimum: 90 V ac
–Maximum: 137 V ac
vInput voltage high range:
–Minimum: 180 V ac
–Maximum: 265 V ac
vInput kilovolt-amperes (kVA)
approximately:
–Minimum: 0.095 kVA
–Maximum: 0.213 kVA
Features and specifications for the desktop model
The following table provides a summary of the features and specifications of the
desktop model. Some features and specifications are not available on all models.
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Table 2. Desktop Model Features and Specifications
Microprocessor:
vSupports one microprocessor
vIntel
™
Pentium
™
III with 256 KB
Level-2 cache and MMX (MMX2)
technology
Memory:
vMinimum: 64 MB
vMaximum: 1.5 GB
vType: PC133 MHz, ECC SDRAM,
unregistered DIMMs only
vSlots: Three dual inline
Drives: (depending on your model)
vDiskette: 1.44 MB
vCD-ROM : IDE
vHard disk drive
Expansion bays
vTwo 5.25-in. bays (One CD-ROM
drive installed)
vTwo 3.5-in. bays (One diskette
drive and one hard disk drive
installed)
PCI expansion slots :
vThree 33 MHz/32-bit on the system
board (some models come with a
SCSI adapter installed)
AGP slot :
vAccelerated graphics port (AGP)
vVideo adapter installed in the AGP
slot on the system board
Power supply :
One 155 watt (90-240 V ac)
Video : (depending on your model)
vMatrox or NVidia AGP video
adapter
vCompatible with SVGA and VGA
vMatrox has 16 MB SDRAM video
memory
vNVidia has 32 MB SDRAM video
memory
Size:
vHeight: 140 mm (5.5 in.)
vDepth: 425 mm (16.7 in.)
vWidth: 425 mm (16.7 in.)
vWeight: approximately 11.3 Kg (25
lb.) when fully configured
Integrated functions:
v10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet
controller on the system board
with an RJ-45 Ethernet port
vTwo serial ports
vParallel port
vTwo USB ports
vKeyboard port
vMouse port
vMIDI port
vAudio ports
–Line out
–Line in
–Mic
vDual-channel bus mastering IDE
controller
Acoustical noise emissions :
vSound power, idling: 6.6 bel
maximum
vSound power, operating: 6.8 bel
maximum
Environment:
vAir temperature :
–Computer on: 10°to 35°C (50.0°
to 95.0°F). Altitude: 0 to 914 m
(2998.7 ft.)
–Computer on: 10°to 32°C (50.0°
to 89.6°F). Altitude: 914 m
(2998.7 ft.) to 2133 m (6998.0 ft.)
–Computer off: 10°to 43°C (50.0°
to 109.4°F). Maximum altitude:
2133 m (6998.0 ft.)
vHumidity :
–Computer on: 8% to 80%
–Computer off: 8% to 80%
Heat output :
Approximate heat output in British
Thermal Units (Btu) per hour
vMinimum configuration: 272 Btu (80
watts)
vMaximum configuration: 767 Btu
(225 watts)
Electrical input :
vSine-wave input (50-60 Hz) required
vInput voltage low range:
–Minimum: 90 V ac
–Maximum: 137 V ac
vInput voltage high range:
–Minimum: 180 V ac
–Maximum: 265 V ac
vInput kilovolt-amperes (kVA)
approximately:
–Minimum: 0.08 kVA
–Maximum: 0.52 kVA
Chapter 1. Introducing the IntelliStation E Pro models 3

Software
Your IBM computer comes with Microsoft
®
Windows 2000
®
Professional
1
preinstalled with the option of changing your operating system to Windows NT
®
Workstation.
In addition to your operating system, a variety of other software programs comes
with your computer, such as application programs, diagnostic tools, and device
drivers. Some of the software is preinstalledon your computer, and some software is
on the CDs that comes with your computer.
Important:
The software, other than the Microsoft operating system, is licensed under the
terms of the IBM International License Agreement for Non-Warranted Programs. Use of
your computer signifies acceptance of this license agreement. For detailed
instructions about viewing the license agreement, see “Appendix D. Viewing the
International License Agreement for Non-Warranted Programs”on page 117.
Preinstalled software
In addition to the Microsoft operating system, your preinstalled software includes
the following programs:
vAccess IBM provides links to selected IBM Web sites and the IBM Assistant, a
help system for many end-user tasks. Access IBM also provides shortcuts to help
accomplish many of these tasks.
vAdobe Acrobat Reader is used to read portable document format (PDF) files.
You can download the most current versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader for other
languages and operating systems from the Adobe Web site at
http://www.adobe.com on the World Wide Web.
vConfigSafe is a comprehensive configuration tracking and recovery tool. It
provides features that you can use to restore your system if your desktop
becomes damaged, unusable, or unstartable.
vIBM Backup and Restore program creates and stores a backup image of the
primary partition (drive C) of your hard disk drive. You can recover this backup
image, in the event that drive C becomes damaged or unusable.
vIBM Registration program can be used to register your computer with IBM.
When you register your computer with IBM, information is entered into an IBM
database, which enables IBM to contact you in case of a recall or other severe
problem. In addition, some locations offer extended privileges and services to
registered users.
vOnline Books enable you to access documentation that contains detailed
information about your computer.
vPC-Doctor for Windows is a program to help you locate and resolve some
problems that might occur with your computer.
vProduct Recovery Program enables you to recover the Windows 2000 or
Windows NT operating systems and other software programs.
You must have Internet access to use some of these programs. For more
information about connecting to the Internet, refer to the operating system
documentation that comes with your computer.
1. The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity is your assurance that the Windows software in your computer is legally licensed from
Microsoft Corporation.
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