IBM PC 300PL Types 6862 User manual

Using Your Personal Computer
PC 300PL

Using Your Personal Computer
PC 300PL
IBM

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Contents
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
Laser Compliance Statement ................................ vi
Lithium Battery Notice .................................. vii
About This Book ...................................... ix
Related Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Chapter 1. Your IBM Personal Computer ....................... 1
What Your IBM Personal Computer Offers ....................... 2
Microprocessor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
System Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
L2 Cache . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
ISA Bus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
PCI Bus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Expansion with Adapters ................................ 3
High-Capacity Hard Disk Drives ........................... 3
CD-ROM Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
ECP/EPP Parallel Port ................................. 3
Serial Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Universal Serial Bus Ports ............................... 4
Infrared Port (Optional) ................................. 4
Integrated Video Graphics Controller ........................ 5
Integrated Audio Controller .............................. 5
Integrated Ethernet Controller ............................. 5
System-Management Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
IBM-Preinstalled Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Operating-System Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Ease-of-Use Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Ergonomic Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Advanced Power Management ............................ 7
Asset Security Features ................................. 7
Service and Support ................................... 8
Expandability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Features at a Glance ..................................... 11
System Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Chapter 2. Arranging Your Workspace ........................ 17
Comfort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Glare and Lighting ..................................... 18
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Air Circulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Electrical Outlets and Cable Lengths ........................... 18
Chapter 3. Operating Your Personal Computer ................... 19
Using Controls and Status Indicators .......................... 20
Starting Your Personal Computer ............................ 21
Using a Mouse ........................................ 21
Shutting Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Using Video Features .................................... 23
Video Device Drivers .................................. 24
Video Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Video Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Using Audio Features .................................... 26
Using System-Management Features ........................... 27
System Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Using a CD-ROM Drive .................................. 30
Handling a CD ...................................... 31
Loading a CD ....................................... 31
Asset Security Features ................................... 32
Password Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Startup-Sequence Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Hard Disk Drive and Diskette Drive Access Control ............... 33
I/O Port Control ..................................... 34
Enhanced Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Asset Information Protection .............................. 34
Chassis-Intrusion Detector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Updating the POST/BIOS Over the Network .................... 35
Cover Lock and U-Bolt Cabling ............................ 35
Operating System Security ............................... 35
Chapter 4. Configuring Your Computer ........................ 37
Using the Configuration/Setup Utility Program .................... 37
Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility Program ................... 38
Viewing and Changing Settings in the Configuration/Setup Utility Program .. 40
Exiting from the Configuration/Setup Utility Program ................ 41
Viewing the System Summary .............................. 42
Setting the Date and Time ................................. 42
Changing Plug and Play Control Features ....................... 43
Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Power-On Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Administrator Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Enhanced Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Enabling and Disabling Enhanced Security ..................... 52
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Setting, Changing, and Deleting an Administrator Password Protected by
Enhanced Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Erasing a Lost or Forgotten Administrator Password Protected by Enhanced
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Advanced Power Management .............................. 53
Automatic Power Management Features ....................... 53
Automatic Power-On Features ............................. 55
System-Management Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Ethernet Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
RPL and DHCP ...................................... 56
Automatic Power-On Startup Sequence ....................... 58
Wake on LAN ...................................... 58
Update POST/BIOS from Network .......................... 58
Chapter 5. Taking Care of Your Computer ...................... 61
Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Cleaning Your Computer ................................. 61
Computer and Keyboard ................................ 61
Monitor Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Mouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Replacing the Battery .................................... 63
Moving Your Computer .................................. 63
Chapter 6. Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Using Diagnostic Tools ................................... 65
Power-On Self-Test (POST) ............................... 66
Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Solving POST Error Message Problems ....................... 68
POST Message Charts .................................. 71
Troubleshooting Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Diagnostic Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Installing Files from Option Diskettes ......................... 100
Managing TSR Programs (DOS or Microsoft Windows 3.1x) ........... 100
Error Messages Specific to the Integrated Ethernet Subsystem .......... 101
RPL-Related Error Messages ............................. 101
DHCP-Related Error Messages ............................ 102
Chapter 7. Getting Help, Service, and Information ................ 103
Before You Call for Service ............................... 103
Getting Customer Support and Service ........................ 104
Using Electronic Support Services .......................... 104
Using the World Wide Web ............................. 105
Getting Information by Fax .............................. 105
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Getting Help Online .................................. 106
Getting Help by Telephone .............................. 106
Getting Help Around the World .......................... 107
Purchasing Additional Services ............................. 107
Enhanced PC Support Line .............................. 107
900-Number Operating System and Hardware Support Line ......... 108
Network and Server Support Line ......................... 108
Ordering Support Line Services ........................... 108
Warranty and Repair Services ............................ 109
Ordering Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Appendix A. Computer Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Serial Numbers and Keys ................................ 111
Device Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Appendix B. Product Warranties, License Information, and Notices ..... 115
Hardware Limited Warranty .............................. 115
License Information for System Programs ...................... 118
Program Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Additional Terms and Conditions .......................... 118
Program Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
U.S. Government Users Restricted Rights ..................... 119
Other Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Other Additional Terms and Conditions ...................... 119
Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Electronic Emission Notices ............................. 121
Telecommunication Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Power Cord Notice ................................... 125
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
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Safety Information
Turn everything OFF.
Attach signal cables to
receptacles.
First, remove power cord from
outlet.
To Disconnect
Turn device ON.
DANGER:
Turn everything OFF.
To Connect
Remove signal cables from
receptacles.
Remove all cables from devices.
Attach power cord to outlet.
First, attach all cables to devices.
In the U.K., by law, the power
cord must be disconnected after the
telephone line cable.
2
In the U.K., by law, the telephone
cable must be connected after the
power cord.
12
1
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.
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Laser Compliance Statement
Some IBM Personal Computer models are equipped from the factory with a
CD-ROM drive. CD-ROM drives are also sold separately as options. 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 International
Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 825 and CENELEC EN 60 825 for Class 1 laser
products.
When a CD-ROM drive is installed, note the following.
CAUTION:
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Opening the CD-ROM drive could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation.
There are no serviceable parts inside the CD-ROM drive. Do not open.
Some CD-ROM drives contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode. Note
the following.
DANGER
Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view
directly with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam.
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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.
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About This Book
This book will help you become familiar with your IBM Personal Computer and its
many features. It describes how to configure, operate, and maintain your PC. In
the unlikely event you experience problems, you will also find helpful
troubleshooting information, as well as instructions for obtaining service.
The book is organized as follows:
Chapter 1, "Your IBM Personal Computer," contains an overview of the features
of your PC.
Chapter 2, "Arranging Your Workspace," contains information about setting up
your work area to optimize use of your computer. Safety considerations are
also discussed.
Chapter 3, "Operating Your Computer," contains instructions for the day-to-day
use of your computer. Startup and shutdown procedures, as well as
information on using audio, video, system-management, and security features
are included in this chapter.
Chapter 4, "Configuring Your Computer," contains instructions for using the
Configuration/Setup Utility program.
Chapter 5, "Taking Care of Your Computer," contains information about the
proper handling and care of your PC.
Chapter 6, "Solving Problems," contains information that will help you identify
and correct problems that might arise as you use your computer.
Chapter 7, "Getting Help, Service, and Information," contains a description of
the wide variety of resources available from IBM to assist you in the use of your
PC. This chapter also describes how to obtain additional information about IBM
products.
Appendix A, "Computer Records," contains forms for recording information
about your PC, which can be helpful if you decide to install any additional
options, or if you ever need to have your PC serviced.
Appendix B, "Product Warranties, License Information, and Notices," contains
warranty and license information for your computer, as well as legal notices and
trademark information.
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Related Publications
The following publications, together with this book, contain information about your
computer.
Setting Up Your Personal Computer
This publication contains instructions to help you set up your computer.
Installing Options in Your Personal Computer
This publication contains instructions for adding memory, adapters, drives, and
other options to your computer.
Understanding Your Personal Computer
This online publication (provided only with computers that have
IBM-preinstalled software) includes general information about using personal
computers and in-depth information about the specific features of your PC. To
purchase a printed copy of this publication, refer to “Ordering Publications” on
page 110.
About Your Software
This publication (provided only with computers that have IBM-preinstalled
software) contains information about the preinstalled software package.
Adaptec SCSI Documentation
This documentation, which is provided with computers that have an
IBM-preinstalled SCSI adapter, includes information on configuring the adapter
and instructions for installing and configuring SCSI devices.
Your Ready-to-Configure CD
This publication contains information about the Ready-to-Configure CD that
comes with your computer. The publication also contains instructions for
starting the CD.
The following publications contain more information about your computer.
Hardware Maintenance Manual
This separately purchased publication contains information for trained service
technicians. To obtain a copy, refer to “Ordering Publications” on page 110.
Technical Information Manual
This publication is available on the World Wide Web only, at
http://www.us.pc.ibm.com/cdt/treport.html. It contains information for
individuals who want to know more about the technical aspects of their
computer.
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Chapter 1. Your IBM Personal Computer
Thank you for selecting an IBM Personal Computer. Your PC incorporates many of
the latest advances in personal computer technology and is easy to expand and
upgrade as your needs change. With its enhanced audio, video, and
system-management capabilities, your computer is particularly suited for a
corporate intranet1 environment.
1An intranet is a private network that conforms to the same protocols as the Internet, but is contained
within an organization. The intranet contains one or more servers that provide services to the
workstations on the private network. Some intranets are also connected to the Internet.
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What Your IBM Personal Computer Offers
This section describes many of the features of your computer.
Microprocessor
At the core of your PC is an Intel Pentium processor or an Intel Pentium
processor with MMX technology. With its advanced performance features, the
microprocessor supplies the speed and power you need to take advantage of even
the most complex programs. In addition, the microprocessor with MMX technology
incorporates new multimedia extensions into the Intel architecture. MMX
technology improves the performance of multimedia and communications
applications by accelerating calculations commonly performed for audio, video,
speech synthesis and recognition, 2D and 3D graphics, and data communications.
System Memory
Your computer comes standard with nonparity or ECC (error correcting code)
DRAM (dynamic random access memory).
L2 Cache
L2 cache memory, which helps speed the exchange of information between the
microprocessor and system memory, is integrated on the system board in your PC.
ISA Bus
Your PC has an ISA (industry standard architecture) bus, which is one of the most
widely used and successful I/O (input/output) buses available. The ISA bus is
popular because so many adapters and devices have been designed and marketed
for it.
PCI Bus
Your computer also has a PCI (peripheral component interconnect) bus. PCI is one
of the advanced I/O bus standards recently developed by the computer industry to
keep up with performance improvements of microprocessor buses and advanced
peripheral devices. The PCI bus adds to the capability of the ISA bus, speeding up
the exchange of information among the microprocessor and peripheral devices
within your computer system. This improves the overall performance of your
computer, including the video and the hard disk drive.
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Expansion with Adapters
By installing optional adapters, you can expand the capabilities of your computer
and take advantage of a variety of peripheral devices and applications. Your
computer has a riser card for connecting adapters to the ISA or PCI bus. Examples
of adapters that can be added to your computer include graphics, SCSI (small
computer system interface), and NIC (network interface controller) adapters.
High-Capacity Hard Disk Drives
Some PC models come with a hard disk drive that has an enhanced integrated drive
electronics (EIDE) bus-master interface. The EIDE drive plugs into one of two EIDE
connectors located on the riser card in your computer. You can connect an
additional hard disk drive to the ribbon cable already attached to the riser card, or
you can purchase another cable and connect up to two hard disk drives or other
IDE or EIDE devices to the second connector on the riser card.
Note: For models with an IBM factory-installed CD-ROM, two ribbon cables (for
connecting IDE or EIDE devices) are shipped with your computer.
Other PC models come with an ultra-wide SCSI hard disk drive that has a small
computer system interface (SCSI) interface. These PC models have a PCI SCSI
adapter installed in one of the expansion slots. If your computer has an
IBM-preinstalled SCSI adapter, refer to the SCSI documentation provided with your
computer for information on the adapter and for instructions on installing SCSI
devices.
CD-ROM Drive
A CD-ROM drive is installed in some PC models. CD-ROM (compact disc
read-only memory) technology offers quick access to enormous amounts of
information. A compact disc can store more than 650 MB of data, such as the large
files needed for audio, still and full-motion video, and still and animated graphics.
A CD-ROM drive can play back or read from a CD, but it cannot write information
on it.
ECP/EPP Parallel Port
Your PC has one 25-pin parallel port. The parallel port is most often used to
communicate with a parallel printer, but it can also be used with other parallel
devices.
The parallel port can operate in several different modes. The default mode for your
computer is SPP (standard parallel port). However, your computer also supports
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the ECP/EPP (extended capabilities port/enhanced parallel port) mode. ECP/EPP
has two advantages over SPP. When your computer is in ECP/EPP mode, you can
print documents faster than when the computer is in SPP mode, and you can attach
devices other than printers, such as communication and storage devices, to the
parallel port. You can set modes of operation for the parallel port using the
Configuration/Setup Utility program.
Serial Ports
Your computer has two standard 9-pin, 16550-UART serial ports that can be used to
communicate with devices such as modems, plotters, and printers.
Universal Serial Bus Ports
The universal serial bus (USB) interface is a new, emerging technology being
developed to add more diversity and capabilities to personal computers. IBM has
provided two, 4-pin USB connectors in your computer as a standard feature so you
can be ready to take advantage of new USB devices as they become available.
Using this new technology, you will be able to plug many different types of
optional, USB-compatible devices into the USB port on your computer. Because
USB incorporates Plug and Play technology, you can install and remove devices
easily without turning off your computer or opening the cover. Once installed, the
devices configure automatically.
In addition, an option called a hub can be connected to a USB port on your
computer. Using a hub, you can plug in more than one device at a time. A hub
converts a single USB connector into multiple ports where USB devices can be
attached. Note that your computer does not support a keyboard or mouse attached
to the USB ports.
For more information, see the USB Web site (http://www.usb.org). For USB
drivers, see the Microsoft Web site (http://www.microsoft.com/support).
Infrared Port (Optional)
Your computer supports infrared communication. With infrared technology,
wireless communication is possible between infrared-enabled devices. In order for
the infrared function to work, you must purchase and install a 115 Kb infrared
module and a shielded cable/D-shell connector assembly. These components can be
purchased from IBM or an IBM reseller as a single option package (referred to as
the 4.0 Mbit IR Transceiver Option). The infrared module provides a link of up to 1
meter (3.3 feet) at a rate of 115 kilobits-per-second (Kbps). For further information
on installing an infrared option package, refer to Understanding Your Personal
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Computer (an online publication) and the information that comes with the infrared
package.
Integrated Video Graphics Controller
The system board of your computer contains a high-performance, high-resolution,
Matrox MGA-1164SG2 3-D video graphics controller with 2 MB of video memory
and support for Matrox memory and multimedia upgrade modules. (Note that you
can install a maximum of one upgrade module, which means that the memory and
multimedia upgrades cannot be used in conjunction with each other.) The system
board of your PC also contains a VESA feature connector that supports special
function video adapters, such as the ReelMagic TV tuner and MPEG decoder
adapters.
Integrated Audio Controller
The stereo audio controller on the system board in your computer provides all the
digital audio and analog mixing functions required for recording and playing
high-quality sound on your PC. The controller supports Sound Blaster Pro, Adlib,
and Microsoft Windows Sound System applications.
Integrated Ethernet Controller
Your computer has an integrated Intel 10/100 Mbit, PCI Ethernet controller and an
RJ-45 connector that provide a high-performance network connection. The Ethernet
controller is a Plug and Play device that has built-in support for Wake on LAN and
a viewable MAC (media access control) address for your computer. (See
“System-Management Settings” on page 56 for more information.) Ethernet device
drivers are provided on the Ready-to-Configure CD that comes with your computer.
If your computer has IBM-preinstalled software, the device drivers are already
installed on the hard disk. For instructions on connecting a network cable to your
PC, refer to Setting Up Your Personal Computer.
System-Management Features
Your computer has features that make it possible for a network administrator to
manage and control your computer remotely over a network from a management
console. These features are:
Enablement for LANClient Control Manager software
2Matrox changed the video controller markings from MGA-1064SG-H to MGA-1164SG-A. Although
the markings are different, the video controller functions the same.
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RPL (Remote Program Load) and DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)
Enablement for integrated Wake on LAN
Automatic Power-On Startup Sequence
Enablement for POST/BIOS updates over a network
DMI (Desktop Management Interface) BIOS and DMI software
Integrated system-management controller
For information on these features, refer to “Using System-Management Features” on
page 27 and “System-Management Settings” on page 56.
IBM-Preinstalled Software
IBM-preinstalled software is provided with some PC models. This software
includes an operating system, device drivers to support built-in features, and other
support programs. Detailed information about this software is included in About
Your Software, which is included with the preinstallation package.
Operating-System Support
Your computer is designed to use a variety of operating systems in order to meet
your particular needs. See page 14 for a list of operating systems that you can use
with your PC.
Ease-of-Use Features
Your computer has many features that make it easy to work with, including a
state-of-the-art system board, Plug and Play technology, and easy-to-use diagnostic
programs.
The IBM-designed system board in your computer makes upgrading and servicing
your PC easier. Cable connections for standard devices are located on the riser
card. This arrangement helps to eliminate cable tangle and clutter on the system
board, allows shorter cables, and makes it easier to remove the system board or to
upgrade peripherals. In addition, the system board is on a sliding mechanism so
that you can slide the system board in and out of the computer frame.
Support for Plug and Play technology is built into the system board of your PC.
This feature makes adding options easier. When you add an adapter that is Plug
and Play-compatible, the adapter is configured automatically. In most cases, no
switches or jumpers have to be set on the adapter.
If you have a problem with your PC, IBM provides an easy-to-use diagnostic
program (QAPlus/PRO) that you can run to help determine if a hardware
component is causing the problem. A startable QAPlus/PRO diskette is provided
6Using Your Personal Computer