IBM PC 300GL Types 6275 Quick start guide

IBM Personal Computer
About Your Software
Windows 2000 Professional
Windows NT Workstation 4.0
Windows 98
Windows 95
Applications and Support Software

IBM Personal Computer
About Your Software
Windows 2000 Professional
Windows NT Workstation 4.0
Windows 98
Windows 95
Applications and Support Software
IBM

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Contents
About this book ............................... v
Chapter 1. Overview of your software .................. 1
Preinstalled software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Software on the Software Selections CD .................. 2
Documentation on the Software Selections CD .............. 4
Other software CDs ............................. 4
Product Recovery CDs ............................ 5
Chapter 2. Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Starting your computer for the first time .................. 7
What you need before you start ..................... 7
Running the setup program ....................... 7
Using Access IBM .............................. 9
Registering your IBM computer ...................... 10
Viewing documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Shutting down your computer ...................... 11
Chapter 3. Installing software from the Software Selections CD ... 13
Features of the Software Selections CD .................. 13
Starting the Software Selections CD ................... 14
Using the Software Selections program .................. 14
Chapter 4. Diagnostic and support software .............. 15
Norton AntiVirus for IBM ......................... 15
ConfigSafe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
IBM Enhanced Diagnostics ........................ 18
Running IBM Enhanced Diagnostics from the Product Recovery CD 18
Creating an IBM Enhanced Diagnostics diskette ........... 19
Running the IBM Enhanced Diagnostics diskette ........... 19
Chapter 5. Recovering your operating system and preinstalled
software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Recovering Windows 98 .......................... 21
Recovering or installing Windows 95 ................... 23
Recovering Windows 98 or Windows 95 device drivers ......... 24
Recovering Windows NT Workstation .................. 25
Recovering Windows NT Workstation device drivers .......... 27
Recovering Windows 2000 Professional ................. 28
Recovering Windows 2000 Professional device drivers ......... 29
Changing the primary startup sequence ................. 30
Installing other operating systems .................... 31
Appendix A. Viewing the license agreement ............. 33
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Appendix B. Notices and trademarks .................. 35
Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
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About this book
This book contains general information about the software provided with
your computer.
This book is organized as follows:
Chapter 1, “Overview of your software” on page 1, introduces you to
the software provided with your computer.
Chapter 2, “Getting started” on page 7, contains information to help
you get started using your computer and to understand some of the
software features.
Chapter 3, “Installing software from the Software Selections CD” on
page 13, contains information about installing or reinstalling software
provided on the Software Selections CD.
Chapter 4, “Diagnostic and support software” on page 15, contains
information about the troubleshooting and support software that comes
with your computer.
Chapter 5, “Recovering your operating system and preinstalled
software” on page 21, contains information about recovering your
preinstalled operating system, applications, and device drivers.
Appendix A, “Viewing the license agreement” on page 33, contains
instructions for viewing the IBM International License Agreement for
Non-Warranted Programs.
Appendix B, “Notices and trademarks” on page 35, contains notices
and trademark information.
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Chapter 1. Overview of your software
Your IBM computer comes with one of the following preinstalled
Microsoft Windows1 operating systems:
Windows NT Workstation 4.0
Windows 98 Second Edition (SE)
Windows 2000 Professional
In addition, a variety of software is included, such as application programs,
diagnostic tools, and device drivers. Some of the software is preinstalled and
some is on the CDs included with your computer.
Note: Microsoft Windows 95 is not preinstalled on any of the models this
book supports. However, Windows 95 can be installed on some computers
using the IBM Product Recovery CDs for Windows 98. This option is not
available for all computers. (See “Recovering or installing Windows 95” on
page 23 for more information.)
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. See Appendix A, “Viewing the license
agreement” on page 33 of this booklet for information about viewing
the license agreement.
Preinstalled software
In addition to the Microsoft operating system, your preinstalled software
includes the following:
Access IBM, which is a central location from which you can register
your computer, create diagnostic diskettes, install software provided by
IBM, set the date and time, set up your printer, view online books, read
the license agreement and online warranty, and obtain information
about IBM products and technical support.
ConfigSafe, which 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.
1The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity is your assurance that the Windows software
on your computer is legally licensed from Microsoft Corporation.
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Microsoft Office 2000 Small Business Edition, which is preinstalled in
some models. If you need to reinstall this program, you must use the
Microsoft Office 2000 CDs that come with your computer. Microsoft
Office 2000 is not available on the Software Selections CD.
Device drivers for factory-installed features. The device drivers are
also available at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/ on the World
Wide Web. Enter your machine type/model number into the Quick
Path field to find the downloadable files specific to your computer. For
additional information about installing device drivers, see the
appropriate section for your operating system in Chapter 5,
“Recovering your operating system and preinstalled software” on
page 21.
Windows NT Workstation Service Pack, which is a Windows NT
Workstation update made available to Windows NT Workstation users
by Microsoft. If your computer has Microsoft Windows NT
Workstation preinstalled, IBM has installed Service Pack 5 on your
hard disk as a convenience to you.
Important
To install device drivers without affecting the Service Pack
installation, you must install the device drivers from the I386
directory on drive C. If you install device drivers from any
directory or device other than the I386 directory on drive C, you
will have to reinstall the Service Pack after you install the device
drivers.
To reinstall the Service Pack, double-click the Service Pack 5 icon
on the desktop. Then click Reinstall Service Pack.
Additional information about your preinstalled software is in Chapter 2,
“Getting started” on page 7.
Software on the Software Selections CD
In addition to your IBM-preinstalled programs and device drivers, more
software is provided on one or more Software Selections CDs. You can
decide which software to install, based on your needs.
Following is a list of software provided on Software Selections CDs. The
Software Selections CDs that come with your computer might not include all
the software listed here. Some software may not be available in all
languages or in all countries. Some software may differ from the retail
versions and may not include all documentation or functions. For
information about installing software from Software Selections CDs, see
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Chapter 3, “Installing software from the Software Selections CD” on
page 13.
CoSession Remote 32 An IBM technician or network administrator can use this
communication tool to diagnose and fix computer
problems from a remote location. The connection can be
made through a modem or over a local area network
(LAN).
IBM Internet Connection You can use IBM Internet Connection to dial into the
Internet. You can use this software with the Netscape
Navigator browser, which is available on your Software
Selections CD, or with Microsoft Internet Explorer.
IBM Update Connector You can use IBM Update Connector to download
software programs, software updates, data, and data
updates from an IBM server directly from the Internet.
Update Connector automatically determines whether
your computer needs available updates and, if so, it
downloads and installs them at your option.
Netscape Communicator You can use Netscape Communicator to navigate your
company intranet or the World Wide Web. Netscape
Communicator provides a full suite of Internet functions,
including e-mail, threaded discussion groups
(newsgroups), and support for the latest features on the
World Wide Web.
Norton AntiVirus for IBM You can use Norton AntiVirus for IBM to detect and
remove viruses from your computer. For a further
description and installation instructions, see “Norton
AntiVirus for IBM” on page 15.
PC-Doctor for Windows You can use these diagnostic tools with your Windows
operating system. In addition to isolating hardware
problems, these tools also provide information about
your computer operating environment and some
software components. Support documentation is built
into the Help system.
Tivoli Management
Agent A network administrator can use this program to gather information about your computer and monitor its
operation.
Some models come with an additional Software Selections CD that includes:
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ADSL provisioning
software Asymmetric digital subscriber line (ADSL) enables high-speed data on a standard local telephone line. This
software, along with an ADSL modem on each end of
the line, allows voice and data to run concurrently over
the same telephone line. Some users of the Windows NT
Workstation operating system might need to install a
different ADSL device driver if your Service Provider
uses PPP over ATM (RFC 2364). To install these device
drivers, please refer to the pop-up README text when
you install the ADSL monitor software from the Software
Select CD.
i.Share You can use i.Share Server to share a single Internet
connection on a server across as many as 10 client
computers running i.Share Client.
RingCentral Fax You can use RingCentral Fax to send and receive faxes.
Easy CD Creator You can use Easy CD Creator to create a permanent
audio or data CD that is readable in virtually all
CD-recordable and CD-ROM drives.
Documentation on the Software Selections CD
Documentation for your computer is included on the Software Selections CD
in portable document format (PDF) files. You will find the following
documents and depending on the model, there might be others. To install
and view the documentation, see “Viewing documentation” on page 11.
The user guide for your computer
Understanding Your Personal Computer
About Your Software (this book)
Other software CDs
Some models come with additional CDs that include software that you can
install if you choose.
Iomega Tools You can use this CD to install support software for an
Iomega Zip drive. This CD includes several Iomega
tools and device drivers.
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Lotus SmartSuiteLotus SmartSuite, a package of award-winning
productivity applications, contains powerful applications
and everything you need to access the Internet. Your
computer comes with either a Lotus SmartSuite CD or a
proof of entitlement to receive one free CD-ROM version
of Lotus SmartSuite. To install your SmartSuite package,
insert the Lotus SmartSuite CD into your CD-ROM drive,
or contact your network administrator for assistance.
Microsoft Office 2000 Microsoft Office 2000 is preinstalled on some models.
This CD is used to reinstall Microsoft Office 2000 if
necessary.
Product Recovery CDs
No backup diskettes for your preinstalled software are provided with your
computer. However, most of your IBM-preinstalled programs and device
drivers for factory-installed features and devices are on either one or two
Product Recovery CDs that come with your computer. For information about
using the Product Recovery CDs, refer to the appropriate section for your
operating system:
“Recovering Windows 98” on page 21
“Recovering or installing Windows 95” on page 23
“Recovering Windows 98 or Windows 95 device drivers” on page 24
“Recovering Windows NT Workstation” on page 25
“Recovering Windows NT Workstation device drivers” on page 27
“Recovering Windows 2000 Professional” on page 28
“Recovering Windows 2000 Professional device drivers” on page 29
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Chapter 2. Getting started
This chapter contains information to help you get started using your
computer. It explains:
What you need before, and what happens after, you start your
computer for the first time
How to:
– Access information and perform tasks from the Access IBM
program
– Register your computer
– View documentation
– Safely shut down your computer
Starting your computer for the first time
You must complete the setup procedure before you can access the operating
system for the first time.
Important: After you have started your computer for the first time, you
must complete the setup procedure before you turn off your
computer; otherwise, unexpected results might occur.
What you need before you start
Before you start the setup procedure, you need the following:
The operating-system manual provided with your computer
The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity attached to the cover of your
computer
Network information (if applicable) from your network administrator
The printer model and port used by the printer, if a printer is attached
directly to your computer
Running the setup program
If the setup program has not already been run, it will appear automatically
when you start your computer for the first time. The program will prompt
you to make choices or type information that is required. If you need more
detailed information than is provided in the following notes, see your
Microsoft operating-system manual.
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Information for all operating systems
The setup program that opens when you start the computer is slightly
different from the one described in your operating-system manual.
Some choices that are described in your operating-system manual do
not appear because they are preset.
During the setup procedure, you must indicate that you accept the
license agreement.
In some instances, the Microsoft product ID will already be entered into
the registration fields. If the Product ID number is not already entered,
you must type the Product ID number from your Certificate of
Authenticity. The Certificate of Authenticity is attached to the cover of
your computer.
Note: If you did not receive an operating-system manual with your
computer, see the IBM Quick Reference, "Getting help, service,
and additional information" chapter for information about
ordering a manual.
After the setup procedure is completed and the computer is restarted,
the Windows desktop appears.
Note: Windows NT Workstation requires that you press
Ctrl+Alt+Delete to display the logon window.
At your earliest opportunity, create an IBM Enhanced Diagnostics
diskette. This self-starting diskette can be used to isolate problems with
your computer. For information about creating a diagnostic diskette,
see “Creating an IBM Enhanced Diagnostics diskette” on page 19.
Information for Windows 98 SE users
This information applies to some computers that come with the Windows
98 SE operating system. If a modem is installed on your computer, your
computer will be connected to IBM and to Microsoft through the Internet
when the setup program runs. If you choose, you can automatically
transmit your registration at that time. See “Registering your IBM
computer” on page 10 for more information.
Information for Windows NT Workstation users
Your computer hard disk comes with either one or two 2 GB partitions
(depending on model) that have already been formatted. One partition,
referred to as drive C, contains Windows NT Workstation and the other
preinstalled software. The remaining hard-disk space has been left
unformatted and cannot be used until you format and partition it as
you wish.
To partition your hard disk:
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1. In the Access IBM menu, click Start up. See “Using Access IBM”
on page 9 for more information about using Access IBM.
2. In the Start up menu, click Partition your hard disk.
3. Disk Administrator starts. If you need more information about
partitioning your hard disk, click Help on the Disk Administrator
window.
4. After creating your hard disk partitions, close the Disk
Administrator program.
At your earliest opportunity, create a Windows NT Workstation
Emergency Repair Disk by following the instructions in your
operating-system manual. It is important that you make this diskette,
which can be used for recovery purposes. If you add features to your
computer, make a new emergency repair disk to ensure that the
diskette reflects your current system configuration. Additional
information about creating and using the diskette is in your
operating-system manual.
Using Access IBM
After the setup program is completed and the Windows desktop opens, you
will see the Access IBM menu. Access IBM provides a central location
where you can:
Register your IBM computer.
Start the Software Selections CD to install additional software, such as
that listed in “Software on the Software Selections CD” on page 2.
Create a self-starting, diagnostic diskette.
View the IBM International License Agreement for Non-Warranted
Programs.
Perform some system setup tasks, such as:
– Setting the time and date
– Setting up your network
– Reading information about arranging your workspace
View IBM Web pages on the World Wide Web, which contain
information about IBM products and technical support. Your computer
must have an Internet connection with a browser installed to use this
option. If your computer does not have an Internet connection, you
can link to selected Web pages on your hard disk.
To use Access IBM:
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1. If Access IBM is not open on your Windows desktop, click the
Windows Start button; then scroll to and click Access IBM.
2. In general, to perform tasks or obtain information using Access IBM:
a. Click one of the categories listed on the menu:
Start up
Customize
Get help
View license and warranty
A category-specific menu is displayed under each category when
that category is selected.
b. Under the category menu, click a topic. When applicable, follow
the instructions that appear on the screen.
Registering your IBM computer
Registering your computer helps IBM provide better service to you. When
your registration information is received, it is placed into a central database
accessible by IBM technical-support representatives. If you need technical
assistance, the support representative will already have information about
your computer, saving you time on the phone. In addition, your comments
about your computer are reviewed by a team dedicated to customer
satisfaction and are taken into consideration in making improvements to
IBM computers.
When setting up your computer, the Product Registration program can be
used to register your computer with IBM. The registration program gathers
your name, address, voice and fax telephone numbers, e-mail address,
machine type, and machine serial number. Forward the registration
information to IBM using one of these methods:
Print the information and then mail it to IBM at the address provided
by the Product Registration program.
If your computer has a modem, transmit the information directly to
IBM.
If you did not register your computer during the initial setup program, you
can still do so anytime after the completion of the setup program. To
register your computer:
1. In Access IBM, click Start up. The related menu is displayed. (See page
9 for help using Access IBM.)
2. Click Register with IBM, and then follow the instructions in the
window.
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You can also register your computer at http://www.ibm.com/pc/register
on the World Wide Web.
Viewing documentation
Documentation about your computer hardware and software is provided as
Portable Document Format (PDF) files. Adobe Acrobat Reader must be
used to view these document files. If you do not have Acrobat Reader
installed on your computer, it can be installed from the Software Selections
CD or downloaded from the Adobe Web site and installed.
Note: The installer application on the Software Selections CD installs the
English version of Acrobat Reader for Windows. Versions for other
languages and operating systems can be downloaded from the Adobe Web
site.
To access the documentation files:
1. In Access IBM, click Customize → Install software.
2. Insert the Software Selections CD into the CD-ROM drive and locate the
documents you want to install.
3. Select Install documentation.
4. After the online books are installed, you can access them by clicking
Start → Programs → Online Books on the Windows desktop.
The online documentation is also available in PDF files at
http://www.ibm.com/pc/ww/ibmpc/userguides.html on the World Wide
Web.
Shutting down your computer
To help prevent losing unsaved data or damage to your programs, always
use the shutdown procedure before turning off your computer.
To shut down your computer:
1. Save any data you are working on.
2. Close all open applications.
3. Click the Windows Start button.
4. Click Shut Down.
5. In the dialog box, select Shut Down, then click OK to confirm the
request.
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