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... book xiii Related information xiv Chapter 1.Product overview 1 Identifying your computer 1 Hardware features 2 Microprocessor 2 Memory 2 Internal drives 2 Graphics subsystem 2 Audio subsystem 2 Communications 2 System management features 3 Keyboard and mouse features 3... Expansion capability 3 Power 3 Security features 3 Supported operating systems 3 Software 4 IBM preinstalled software 4 Additional software 4 Access IBM 4 Chapter 2.Setting up your computer 5 Selecting a location for your computer 5 Arranging your workspace 6 Comfort 6...
... book xiii Related information xiv Chapter 1.Product overview 1 Identifying your computer 1 Hardware features 2 Microprocessor 2 Memory 2 Internal drives 2 Graphics subsystem 2 Audio subsystem 2 Communications 2 System management features 3 Keyboard and mouse features 3... Expansion capability 3 Power 3 Security features 3 Supported operating systems 3 Software 4 IBM preinstalled software 4 Additional software 4 Access IBM 4 Chapter 2.Setting up your computer 5 Selecting a location for your computer 5 Arranging your workspace 6 Comfort 6...
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... cables 42 Removing the rear cover 42 Removing the hard disk drive 44 Removing the system board cover 45 Installing memory 47 Installing an adapter 49 Chapter 6.Troubleshooting 51 Troubleshooting procedure 52 Power-on self-test (POST 53 POST error codes... Keyboard, mouse, or pointing device problems 63 Memory problems 64 Modem problems 65 Optional-device problems 68 Software problems 69 Universal Serial Bus (USB) problems 69 IBM Enhanced Diagnostics 69 Creating an IBM Enhanced Diagnostics diskette 70 Running the IBM Enhanced Diagnostics program 70 Replacing the battery 71 ...
... cables 42 Removing the rear cover 42 Removing the hard disk drive 44 Removing the system board cover 45 Installing memory 47 Installing an adapter 49 Chapter 6.Troubleshooting 51 Troubleshooting procedure 52 Power-on self-test (POST 53 POST error codes... Keyboard, mouse, or pointing device problems 63 Memory problems 64 Modem problems 65 Optional-device problems 68 Software problems 69 Universal Serial Bus (USB) problems 69 IBM Enhanced Diagnostics 69 Creating an IBM Enhanced Diagnostics diskette 70 Running the IBM Enhanced Diagnostics program 70 Replacing the battery 71 ...
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...• Internal L2 cache memory (varies by model) • 66 MHz or 133 MHz front side bus (FSB) (varies by model) Memory • Two dual inline memory module (DIMM) sockets • 133 MHz synchronous dynamic random access memory (SDRAM) • 64 and 128 MB non-parity, non-ECC ...DIMMs (standard) • 256 MB non-parity, non-ECC DIMMs (optional) • 512 MB maximum SDRAM supported • Flash memory for your...
...• Internal L2 cache memory (varies by model) • 66 MHz or 133 MHz front side bus (FSB) (varies by model) Memory • Two dual inline memory module (DIMM) sockets • 133 MHz synchronous dynamic random access memory (SDRAM) • 64 and 128 MB non-parity, non-ECC ...DIMMs (standard) • 256 MB non-parity, non-ECC DIMMs (optional) • 512 MB maximum SDRAM supported • Flash memory for your...
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... Configuration/Setup Utility program menu is displayed. Chapter 4. When the Configuration/Setup Utility prompt displays in the electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM) of your password at the prompt and press Enter. Turn on page 33 for only a few seconds until you are using...your operating system might start the Configuration/Setup Utility program, do the following: 1. See "Using passwords" on your computer. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000 31 You must shut down the operating system, turn off , and restart the computer. (Pressing F1 after Ctrl+Alt+Del...
... Configuration/Setup Utility program menu is displayed. Chapter 4. When the Configuration/Setup Utility prompt displays in the electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM) of your password at the prompt and press Enter. Turn on page 33 for only a few seconds until you are using...your operating system might start the Configuration/Setup Utility program, do the following: 1. See "Using passwords" on your computer. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000 31 You must shut down the operating system, turn off , and restart the computer. (Pressing F1 after Ctrl+Alt+Del...
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... computer components and options. If you , can generally reverse the removal procedure. When you . • Always handle components carefully. • Handle adapters and memory modules by adding more memory or optional PCI adapters. When this chapter along with instructions that the option came in the removal procedures. Chapter 5. Use the instructions in... the system board cover. Handling static-sensitive devices Static electricity, although harmless to build up around you handle options and other metal surface. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000 39
... computer components and options. If you , can generally reverse the removal procedure. When you . • Always handle components carefully. • Handle adapters and memory modules by adding more memory or optional PCI adapters. When this chapter along with instructions that the option came in the removal procedures. Chapter 5. Use the instructions in... the system board cover. Handling static-sensitive devices Static electricity, although harmless to build up around you handle options and other metal surface. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000 39
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.... 4. Carefully lift the cover up until it clears the metal cover over the system board and rotate it to use a soft, padded surface such as memory and PCI adapters. Place the computer on a padded surface in the position shown in place. Unplug the computer power cord from their electrical outlets. 7. The...
.... 4. Carefully lift the cover up until it clears the metal cover over the system board and rotate it to use a soft, padded surface such as memory and PCI adapters. Place the computer on a padded surface in the position shown in place. Unplug the computer power cord from their electrical outlets. 7. The...
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... the hard disk drive" on page 42. 2. Be careful to your computer without all covers in .) and position it so that you can access the memory DIMMs and PCI expansion slots. Attention: Proper cooling is connected to install...
... the hard disk drive" on page 42. 2. Be careful to your computer without all covers in .) and position it so that you can access the memory DIMMs and PCI expansion slots. Attention: Proper cooling is connected to install...
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...42. 2. Open the module retaining clips on page 41. 5. Chapter 5. To install a DIMM, do the following restrictions apply when installing memory: • The maximum amount of SDRAM memory is 1 GB. • Each DIMM installed must contain the same amount of the DIMM sockets. Remove the hard disk drive. Note: ...cover. Locate the DIMM sockets on page 44. 3. See "Removing the hard disk drive" on the system board. Installing options 47 Installing memory You can add memory to your computer to increase system performance. Your computer has two DIMM connectors 1 for installing...
...42. 2. Open the module retaining clips on page 41. 5. Chapter 5. To install a DIMM, do the following restrictions apply when installing memory: • The maximum amount of SDRAM memory is 1 GB. • Each DIMM installed must contain the same amount of the DIMM sockets. Remove the hard disk drive. Note: ...cover. Locate the DIMM sockets on page 44. 3. See "Removing the hard disk drive" on the system board. Installing options 47 Installing memory You can add memory to your computer to increase system performance. Your computer has two DIMM connectors 1 for installing...
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... or DVD-ROM drive are working • Verifies that , in this section, always begin by following : • Checks basic system board operations • Checks the memory operation • Compares the current system configuration with or changes to the hardware configuration during startup. Have the computer serviced. Have the computer serviced. POST...
... or DVD-ROM drive are working • Verifies that , in this section, always begin by following : • Checks basic system board operations • Checks the memory operation • Compares the current system configuration with or changes to the hardware configuration during startup. Have the computer serviced. Have the computer serviced. POST...
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...program" on page 31, and follow the instructions to verify that Alert on page 31, and follow the instructions to "Running the IBM Enhanced Diagnostics program" on page 70 for instructions on page 31 for more information. Go to "Starting and using the Configuration/Setup ... serviced. See "Replacing the battery" on LAN is enabled. 2. A change in the Configuration/Setup Utility program. See "Chapter 4. CMOS RAM memory size does not match Go to set an administrator password and the startup sequence. 54 User Guide Administrator password required Type the administrator password. ...
...program" on page 31, and follow the instructions to verify that Alert on page 31, and follow the instructions to "Running the IBM Enhanced Diagnostics program" on page 70 for instructions on page 31 for more information. Go to "Starting and using the Configuration/Setup ... serviced. See "Replacing the battery" on LAN is enabled. 2. A change in the Configuration/Setup Utility program. See "Chapter 4. CMOS RAM memory size does not match Go to set an administrator password and the startup sequence. 54 User Guide Administrator password required Type the administrator password. ...
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... on page 31, and follow the instructions to "Running the IBM Enhanced Diagnostics program" on page 70 and follow the instructions to "Running the IBM Enhanced Diagnostics program" on page 70 for running memory diagnostics. 1. Go to "Starting and using the Configuration/Setup... persists, have the computer serviced. Make sure the keyboard is required. See "Running the IBM Enhanced Diagnostics program" on running the IBM Enhanced Diagnostics program. 2. Memory error 301 or 303 Keyboard error 604 Unsupported diskette drive installed 605 Diskette unlocked problem 662 Diskette...
... on page 31, and follow the instructions to "Running the IBM Enhanced Diagnostics program" on page 70 and follow the instructions to "Running the IBM Enhanced Diagnostics program" on page 70 for running memory diagnostics. 1. Go to "Starting and using the Configuration/Setup... persists, have the computer serviced. Make sure the keyboard is required. See "Running the IBM Enhanced Diagnostics program" on running the IBM Enhanced Diagnostics program. 2. Memory error 301 or 303 Keyboard error 604 Unsupported diskette drive installed 605 Diskette unlocked problem 662 Diskette...
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Use the following directory to determine if your computer is running properly. (See "Running the IBM Enhanced Diagnostics program" on page 69 Chapter 6. Reinstall the new software or new device. Problem type Go to Audio problems "Audio problems" on..." on page 62 Intermittent "Intermittent problems" on page 62 Keyboard, mouse, or pointing device "Keyboard, mouse, or pointing device problems" on page 63 Memory "Memory problems" on page 64 Modem "Modem problems" on page 65 Optional device "Optional-device problems" on page 68 Software "Software problems" on page 69 Universal...
Use the following directory to determine if your computer is running properly. (See "Running the IBM Enhanced Diagnostics program" on page 69 Chapter 6. Reinstall the new software or new device. Problem type Go to Audio problems "Audio problems" on..." on page 62 Intermittent "Intermittent problems" on page 62 Keyboard, mouse, or pointing device "Keyboard, mouse, or pointing device problems" on page 63 Memory "Memory problems" on page 64 Modem "Modem problems" on page 65 Optional device "Optional-device problems" on page 68 Software "Software problems" on page 69 Universal...
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... computer might be somewhat less than the amount of memory installed. You have installed the correct type of DIMMs for your computer. (See "Running the IBM Enhanced Diagnostics program" on page 47. 2. If you added or removed memory, you cannot correct the problem, have detected a ...bad DIMM and automatically reallocated memory so that : 1. If the problem persists, run the memory test from the Configuration/Setup Utility ...
... computer might be somewhat less than the amount of memory installed. You have installed the correct type of DIMMs for your computer. (See "Running the IBM Enhanced Diagnostics program" on page 47. 2. If you added or removed memory, you cannot correct the problem, have detected a ...bad DIMM and automatically reallocated memory so that : 1. If the problem persists, run the memory test from the Configuration/Setup Utility ...
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... minimum memory requirements needed to verify memory requirements. The software is designed to operate on your hard disk. See the information supplied with the software for running these diagnostic and utility programs is properly installed and firmly seated. IBM Enhanced Diagnostics IBM provides ... supplied with the software to use the software. Note: If you have just installed an adapter or memory, you cannot correct the problem, have a memory-address conflict. 2. The programs run independently of the messages and solutions to diagnose hardware problems and some...
... minimum memory requirements needed to verify memory requirements. The software is designed to operate on your hard disk. See the information supplied with the software for running these diagnostic and utility programs is properly installed and firmly seated. IBM Enhanced Diagnostics IBM provides ... supplied with the software to use the software. Note: If you have just installed an adapter or memory, you cannot correct the problem, have a memory-address conflict. 2. The programs run independently of the messages and solutions to diagnose hardware problems and some...
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When you changed the primary startup sequence, restore it to be disposed of memory that is displayed, select Start Options. 6. When the Configuration/Setup utility menu is currently indicated as the First Startup Device. Note the device that maintains ... press Enter. 7. Press Esc two times to return to CD ROM. 10. When the Main menu is displayed when you turn off the computer. The IBM Enhanced Diagnostics program starts. 16. If the battery fails, the date, time, and configuration information (including passwords) are no charging or maintenance throughout its life...
When you changed the primary startup sequence, restore it to be disposed of memory that is displayed, select Start Options. 6. When the Configuration/Setup utility menu is currently indicated as the First Startup Device. Note the device that maintains ... press Enter. 7. Press Esc two times to return to CD ROM. 10. When the Main menu is displayed when you turn off the computer. The IBM Enhanced Diagnostics program starts. 16. If the battery fails, the date, time, and configuration information (including passwords) are no charging or maintenance throughout its life...
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... hard disk drive, removing 44 hardware Features 2 help 75 home page, IBM Personal Computer 75 home page, IBM Personal Computing 77 I IBM enhanced diagnostics 69 IBM Enhanced Diagnostics diskette, creating 70 IBM Enhanced Diagnostics diskette, running 70 identifying your work- lems 61 DVD-ROM drive...27 locking 26 using 15 keyboard/mouse features 3 L locations, system board components 41 locking cover 26 locking the keyboard 26 M memory 2, 47 memory problems 64 microprocessor 2 105 space 6 assistance 75 audio connectors 9 controlling volume 23 playing back sound 24 recording sound 24 audio ...
... hard disk drive, removing 44 hardware Features 2 help 75 home page, IBM Personal Computer 75 home page, IBM Personal Computing 77 I IBM enhanced diagnostics 69 IBM Enhanced Diagnostics diskette, creating 70 IBM Enhanced Diagnostics diskette, running 70 identifying your work- lems 61 DVD-ROM drive...27 locking 26 using 15 keyboard/mouse features 3 L locations, system board components 41 locking cover 26 locking the keyboard 26 M memory 2, 47 memory problems 64 microprocessor 2 105 space 6 assistance 75 audio connectors 9 controlling volume 23 playing back sound 24 recording sound 24 audio ...
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... 58 CD-ROM drive 59 diskette drive 61 display/monitor 61 DVD-ROM drive 60 general 62 intermittent 62 memory 64 optional dervice 68 software 69 USB 69 product overview 1 publications, ordering 83 R RAM, adding 47 rapid access keyboard 15 rear cover, removing 42 remote technical support 78 removing hard disk drive...
... 58 CD-ROM drive 59 diskette drive 61 display/monitor 61 DVD-ROM drive 60 general 62 intermittent 62 memory 64 optional dervice 68 software 69 USB 69 product overview 1 publications, ordering 83 R RAM, adding 47 rapid access keyboard 15 rear cover, removing 42 remote technical support 78 removing hard disk drive...