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PUBLICATION “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. References to IBM products, programs, or services do not imply that IBM intends to make them available outside the United States.
Safety Notices Conventions used in this book Safety information Consignes de sécurité Ergonomics Arranging a comfortable and productive work area Using your IBM PC Hardware IBM Help and Software Troubleshooting Diagnosing and recovering from problems Quick step guide Some simple questions to ask first...
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How and when do I contact the IBM PC HelpCenter? How and when do I purchase additional support? International Warranty Service - not available Adding and removing hardware Preparing to work with the computer Removing and replacing the cover Adding and removing drives...
Safety Notices Conventions used in this book Symbols The following list contains an explanation of the symbols used in this document. Symbol Explanation This symbol is used when there Note is information you might find especially useful. The information may also warn you about possible problems you could encounter.
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Highlighting There are several ways that text is highlighted in this book. Each highlighting convention has a specific purpose. Highlight Purpose Bold Bold font is used to identify keys on the keyboard or items on the screen you are instructed to click or double- click.
The construction of the IBM Personal Computer provides extra protection against the risk of electrical shock. The IBM PC has a power cord with a three-prong plug that is required to ground metal parts. It is the responsibility of the person installing the computer to connect it to a properly grounded electrical outlet.
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• Make sure all replacement parts have characteristics identical or equivalent to the original parts. Other parts may not have the same safety features. • Personal injury or electrical shock may result if you undertake actions other than those specifically described in this book.
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Laser compliance statement. Some IBM Personal installing, moving, or Computer models are equipped from the factory with a opening the cover of this CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive.
Consignes de sécurité Installation La conception de fabrication de l'ordinateur personnel IBM assure une protection accrue contre les risques d'électrocution. Le PC IBM possède un cordon Consignes de sécurité...
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Safety Notices d'alimentation équipé d'une fiche à trois broches qui permet une mise à la terre des principaux éléments métalliques de la machine. Il incombe au responsable de l'installation de vérifier le branchement. Si vous devez installer un adaptateur ou une rallonge, faites appel à...
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Consignes de sécurité lors de la manipulation du matériel Lorsque vous ouvrez l'unité centrale, il convient de Attention! suivre un certain nombre de consignes de sécurité afin V otre ordinateur est équipé de ne pas endommager l'ordinateur. Pour votre sécurité de piles au lithium.
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Safety Notices 4 Débranchez tous les câbles de l'ordinateur (les Danger! cordons d'alimentation, les câbles d'entrée-sortie et tous les autres câbles qui pourraient y être Pour éviter tout risque de connectés). choc électrique : Ne manipulez aucun Consignes de sécurité pour l'unité et CD-ROM et cordon et n’effectuez de DVD-ROM aucune opération...
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Attention! 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. L'ouverture de l'unité de CD-ROM/DVD-ROM peut entraîner un risque d'exposition au rayon laser. Pour toute intervention, faites appel à...
Ergonomics Arranging a comfortable and productive work area Arranging your work area When you arrange your computer, position your monitor Note and keyboard directly in front of you. Place the mouse The computer you close to the keyboard so that you can use it without purchased may have stretching or leaning over to one side.
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Choosing a chair You should adjust your chair so that your thighs are horizontal and there is support for your lower back. Your feet should rest flat on the floor or a foot rest when you are seated and using your keyboard. Positioning the monitor •...
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For more detailed information and tips about how to use your computer, refer to the tutorials on your computer or visit the IBM Healthy Computing Web site at http://www.pc.ibm.com/us/healthycomputing Arranging a comfortable and productive work area...
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Arranging a comfortable and productive work area...
Standby buttons have preset functions that you cannot customize. Press the Help button to start the IBM Help system. Press the Standby button to put your computer in suspend mode to save power while the computer is temporarily not in use. The Standby button lights up while the computer is in suspend mode.
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To learn more about the Rapid Access keyboard, click Help on any of the Rapid Access Keyboard Customization screens. Using the IBM ScrollPoint II mouse The ScrollPoint II mouse has the following controls: Primary mouse button. Use this button to select or start a program or menu item.
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Using your IBM PC Scroll stick. Use this stick to control the scrolling action of the mouse. This stick is pressure sensitive. The direction in which you apply pressure controls the direction of the scrolling action. The amount of pressure you apply controls the scrolling speed.
• Readme files • Software installed on CD or DVD Access IBM The Access IBM program is preinstalled on your computer and is accessible from the Windows desktop. It provides the following: • Start up - This selection provides topics about setting up your computer.
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Using your IBM PC Readme files Another type of online information is available in README.TXT files. These files usually come with programs and contain information about additional features. README.TXT files also may contain instructions about setting up the program to run most efficiently.
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“partial install” program automatically. option if you want to install all of the programs If your IBM computer has a DVD-ROM drive, the to the same hard disk AutoPlay feature will always start AutoPlay-enabled CDs drive. or DVDs. If there are no AutoPlay-enabled programs on a DVD video disc, the AutoPlay feature will start the DVD video.
The information contained in this chapter is intended for several models of the IBM Personal Computer. The computer you purchased may not have some of the hardware discussed in these sections.
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4 When you see the Main Menu, use the arrow keys to select System Utilities. 5 On the System Utilities menu, select Run Diagnostics. 6 From the menu bar, select Diagnostics and select Run Normal Test. Diagnosing and recovering from problems...
See “How hardware. For further and when do I contact Did the computer pass assistance see “How and the IBM PC the test? when do I contact the HelpCenter?” on IBM PC HelpCenter?” on page 88. page 88. Quick step guide...
Some simple questions to ask first... Are both the computer and monitor power lights lit? Power is reaching the system and monitor. See “Did the system beep after it was turned on?” on page 33. 1 Press the On/Off buttons on the computer and monitor to make sure they are turned on.
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Troubleshooting Did the system beep after it was turned on? There may be a hardware problem. • If you added hardware, remove it and restart the computer to see if the problem is corrected. If the problem is corrected, you may not have installed your hardware correctly.
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Is anything unusual displayed on the monitor? There may be a problem with the system unit if: • An error message appears. Find the error message in the section “Responding to error codes” on page 58 and take the action listed. •...
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Troubleshooting Is anything unusual displayed on the monitor? e. In the My Computer window, double-click the Control Panel icon. f. In the Control Panel window, double-click the Display icon. g. In the Display Properties window, i. Click the Settings tab. ii.
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Is anything unusual displayed on the monitor? • There may be a problem with the monitor. a. Make sure your monitor cables are correctly and securely connected. The Setup Poster shows how the cables should be connected. b. Adjust the brightness and contrast controls on the monitor.
Troubleshooting Solving hardware problems If the problem is... Here’s what to do... Beep during Power-On See the troubleshooting steps in the section titled Self-Test (POST) “Did the system beep after it was turned on?” on page 33. Screen is black (no error If you did not install memory modules or adapter code) cards, see “HelpWare support and services”...
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If the problem is... Here’s what to do... Can’t enter password 1 Make sure that the keyboard is on. During the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the keyboard lights will flash and the Num Lock light will remain on during and after the Power-On Self-Test (POST). 2 Make sure that you typed the correct password.
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Troubleshooting If the problem is... Here’s what to do... Can’t send information 1 Make sure you are using the correct type of disk and (write) to diskette or Zip that it is formatted correctly. disk 2 Make sure the disk is not write-protected. 3 Make sure you are sending information to the correct drive.
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If the problem is... Here’s what to do... When the computer is 1 Remove any diskette from the diskette drive and turned on, the message restart your computer. “Insert a system diskette 2 Restart your computer and use the Setup Utility to and press Enter to reboot”...
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Troubleshooting If the problem is... Here’s what to do... Audio disc does not Make sure you have enabled AutoPlay. To enable automatically play when AutoPlay, follow these steps: inserted into CD or DVD 1 From the Windows desktop, double-click the My drive Computer icon.
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If the problem is... Here’s what to do... All or some keys on the 1 Make sure the computer and the monitor are turned keyboard do not work 2 Make sure the keyboard cable is securely connected to the keyboard port (not the mouse port) on the back of the computer.
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Troubleshooting If the problem is... Here’s what to do... Mouse does not move the 1 Move the mouse onto a mouse pad (or a similar cursor surface) and try using it. 2 Make sure you are using a program that allows the use of a mouse.
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If the problem is... Here’s what to do... ScrollPoint II Mouse does Make sure the program supports the scrolling mouse. not scroll windows Some programs do not. Modem / communications 1 Make sure the telephone cord is securely connected. errors The Setup Poster shows how the cord should be connected.
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Troubleshooting If the problem is... Here’s what to do... Printer error 1 Make sure the printer is turned on. 2 Make sure the printer cable is correctly and securely connected to the printer and to the parallel (printer) port on the back of the system unit. The parallel port has a burgundy label and this symbol next to it: 3 Make sure the printer power cord is securely...
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If the problem is... Here’s what to do... Printer error 10 Make sure the Parallel Port Mode option in the Setup Utility is set to a mode that matches your printer. For information on using the Setup Utility, see “Starting the Setup Utility”...
5 Make sure the computer is not receiving a fax or connected to the Internet or a bulletin board service (BBS). Periodically use the IBM Update Connector to look for available updates for the software that came from the factory with your computer.
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• In some cases, the computer may require additional rings before a fax is received. Allow the phone to ring a few more times. Periodically use the IBM Update Connector to look for available updates for the software that came from the factory with your computer.
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“HelpWare support and services” on page 81 for turned off information on obtaining service. Periodically use the IBM Update Connector to look for available updates for the software that came from the factory with your computer. If any of these problems continue after taking the actions listed, run the diagnostics programs that came with your computer.
Solving monitor problems If the problem is... Here’s what to do... Discolored screen 1 Make sure that your monitor controls are adjusted correctly. 2 Move the monitor away from any equipment that might cause magnetic interference; for example, other monitors, external audio speakers, or microphones. (Some models of the computer come with microphones and speakers, which are shielded to prevent magnetic interference.) Turn off the monitor,...
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Troubleshooting If the problem is... Here’s what to do... Display fonts appear cut While your monitor resolution may let you change the off or pushed together font size, some programs do not support large fonts. Large fonts may cause words to appear cut off or pushed together.
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If the problem is... Here’s what to do... Adjustments from earlier You may have selected more user-definable modes use were not saved than the monitor can save. When this occurs, the newest mode replaces the oldest mode. Use the monitor controls to adjust the image for the display mode you are using.
Troubleshooting Solving audio, multimedia, and modem problems If the problem is... Here’s what to do... You installed new Verify that your speakers are attached to the correct speakers and the audio is audio connector. The number of audio connectors vary either low or extremely depending on the type of audio installed in your loud and distorted...
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If the problem is... Here’s what to do... You don’t hear sound 1 Make sure the game or program is configured to use when you play DOS SoundBlaster Pro or SoundBlaster emulation. Refer to games or use DOS the documentation that came with your DOS program programs for instructions on selecting sound card settings.
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Troubleshooting If the problem is... Here’s what to do... When you try to use the 1 If you added a modem, make sure it is installed modem, it doesn’t work properly. 2 Make sure your communications program is configured correctly. The following settings are suggested for compatibility: •...
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If the problem is... Here’s what to do... Can’t use second modem If you added a second modem: • Make sure that the telephone line is connected to the modem you want to use. • Make sure that the communications software you are using is properly configured to use the second modem.
Troubleshooting Solving DVD problems If the problem is... Here’s what to do... Black screen instead of 1 Restart the DVD player program. DVD video 2 Close any open files, shut down Windows, and restart your computer. DVD movie will not play 1 Make sure that the disc surface is clean and not scratched.
Responding to error codes Error code and description Here’s what to do... Screen is black (no error If you added hardware, remove it and restart the code) computer to see if the problem is corrected. If the problem is corrected, you may have installed your Beep occurs in Power-On hardware incorrectly.
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Troubleshooting Error code and description Here’s what to do... Load the Setup default settings and reset the date and time. If it reoccurs, replace the battery. For more CMOS Battery is Bad information on using the Setup Utility, see “Using the Setup Utility”...
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Error code and description Here’s what to do... 1 Make sure the DIMMs are properly installed, then reboot the system. Memory Error at 2 If you still receive the error message after doing MMMM:SSSS:OOOOh option 1, the DIMMs may be defective. Change the (R:xxxxh, W:xxxh) DIMMs.
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Troubleshooting Error code and description Here’s what to do... Load the Setup default settings in the Setup Utility. For information on using the Setup Utility, see Floppy Disk Controller “Starting the Setup Utility” on page 74. Error 1 Make sure that the Diskette Drive A parameter setting within the Setup Utility is correct.
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Error code and description Here’s what to do... Enter the Setup Utility and do any of the following: • Change the onboard parallel port I/O address and IRQ Onboard Parallel Port or disable it. Conflict(s) • Change the add-on card parallel port I/O address and IRQ then reboot the system.
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Troubleshooting Error code and description Here’s what to do... 1762 1 Remove all the add-on cards in the system. 2 Power on the system to see if it works without the Onboard IDE Channel cards. Address Conflict(s) 3 Reinstall the cards one by one to determine which of the cards caused the error.
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Error code and description Here’s what to do... 1781 1 Make sure the IDE signal cable is properly connected to the drive and to the system board. IDE Primary Channel 2 Make sure the drive power cable is properly Slave connected.
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Troubleshooting Error code and description Here’s what to do... 1783 1 Make sure the IDE signal cable is properly connected to the drive and to the system board. IDE Secondary Channel 2 Make sure the drive power cable is properly Slave connected.
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Error code and description Here’s what to do... 1802 1 Enter the Setup Utility and set the Reset Resource Assignments to Yes, then reboot the system. For I/O Resource Conflict(s) information on using the Setup Utility, see “Starting the Setup Utility” on page 74. 2 If the error message reappears, determine which onboard device is least necessary and disable it under the Input/Output Ports menu in Setup.
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Troubleshooting Error code and description Here’s what to do... 1962 1 Insert a system diskette into drive A and press Enter to reboot the system. Insert system diskette and 2 If the system works when you boot from drive A, your press <Enter>...
Recovering factory installed programs and files Your IBM PC came with programs and files installed on the hard disk drive. These pre-installed programs and Note files are also included on the “Product Recovery and Diagnostics CD-ROM” disc. In some cases, the original...
Copies of the device drivers that came preinstalled on your IBM are located on the IBM “Product Recovery and Diagnostics CD-ROM”...
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Have Disk, and Browse. Then select the appropriate device driver file from the IBM “Product Recovery and Diagnostics CD-ROM” • In the device subfolder, look for a Setup.exe file.
Setup Utility Your IBM Personal Computer comes ready to use. You can use the Setup Utility and the Windows Device Manager to view your computer’s configuration settings. You can also use the Setup Utility to change some configuration settings. If you add or replace hardware inside your computer, you might need to verify or update specific settings.
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The Setup Utility includes the following hardware and configuration information: • Processor speed • System and cache memory • Disk drives • Serial and parallel ports • USB and audio options • Power Management features • Startup options • Model information •...
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4 From the Shut Down Windows window, click Restart the computer and then click the Yes button. 5 When the IBM logo screen appears, press the F1 key. To start the Setup Utility when your computer is off, follow these steps: 1 Turn on your monitor.
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The Setup Utility main menu appears: Configuration/Setup Utility Select Option: • System Summary • Product Data • Devices and I/O Ports • Start Options • Date and Time • System Security • Advanced Setup • Power Management Setup Save & Exit Setup Load Default Setting Exit Without Saving ↑↓: Move...
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Setup Utility To move through menus, use the following keys: Keys Function ↑ ↓ Use these arrow keys to highlight an option on the menu. (Press the Enter key to choose the option.) ← → Use these arrow keys to make a selection and change an option’s setting.
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Refer to the Setup Utility help for details on the configurable parameters in each menu. Loading the default settings When you purchase an IBM computer, it is already configured for use. The original configuration settings, also called factory or default settings, are stored in the CMOS.
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Setup Utility 4 Press Y, then press Enter to save the changes in CMOS. You must load the Setup default settings in the following instances: • when you replace the system battery • when you customize your system configuration settings and some resource assignments conflict causing the computer to stop responding.
IBM HelpWare has a variety of services and solutions for you. These options are available from IBM whenever you need help for as long as you own your IBM Personal Computer. Even when your warranty period expires, HelpWare will still be there to support you with services available for purchase.
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We’ve given you several different methods you can use to solve problems on your own. If you need to, you can still contact IBM for support. There is more information about telephone support in the section titled “How and when do I contact the IBM PC HelpCenter?”...
You can run the PC Doctor diagnostic program from Access IBM in Windows or the “Product Recovery and Diagnostics CD-ROM” disc. The Windows version of PC Doctor works through the Windows operating system to find system software problems.
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Internet. You can use the Universal Resource Locator (URL) to contact us on the Internet. When you link to the IBM PC support home page, you can search for technical tips, download update drivers and find out about many other things.
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UK and Ireland You can access the IBM Knowledge Base from the Web sites. The IBM Knowledge Base is a tool that is used to diagnose common technical problems. In order to use the Knowledge Base, you must first connect to the IBM PC Support page and complete a personal profile.
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“How and steps in the “Troubleshooting” chapter and you still when do I purchase need help, you may need to call the IBM PC HelpCenter. additional support?” on System experts are available to help answer your page 93.
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Additional support. There are times you may need additional assistance. You may also require “how to” help and support as you use your IBM PC. IBM PC HelpCenter technicians can assist you for a fee. For more information, see “How and when do I purchase additional support?”...
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PC Doctor diagnostics, please refer to the “Troubleshooting with the Product Recovery and Diagnostics CD-ROM” help topic in the IBM Help on your computer. 3 When you contact the IBM HelpCenter, you will be required to provide the following information: Name Address...
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You will not be billed if it is determined that your call is covered under the Limited Warranty. Please be at your computer when you call. If your country is not listed, contact your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. Country...
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0848 80 55 00 8am - midnight CET (French) 01475-555 001 7am - 11pm GMT US and Puerto Rico 1-919-517-2800 24 hours a day, 365 days a year (response times may vary) How and when do I contact the IBM PC HelpCenter?
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• using the operating system • setting up and using multimedia drivers • installing and configuring out-of-warranty IBM PC products You can purchase support in the following ways: Note: All of the following support options are available in all countries unless otherwise noted.
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24 hours a day $3.50 (Canadian currency) per minute Flat rate. You may call the IBM PC HelpCenter to Note purchase support for a single incident or multiple In most countries, all incidents (in Canada, call the toll free number listed on available options are page 89).
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(but are not limited to): • your initial request • research by IBM • a call back from IBM to you. Requests for assistance on multiple questions or problems will be considered as multiple incidents. To order additional support packages.
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# key. 5 When you have finished, press 1. 6 Enter your fax number and press the # key. • In all other countries, contact your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. How and when do I purchase additional support?
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When you call for Express Maintenance at 1-919-517- 2800, your credit card information will be requested, but it will not be billed if you return the defective part to IBM within 30 days of your receipt of the new part. If the part is not returned within 30 days, your card will be charged the full retail price of the part.
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Adding and removing hardware This chapter contains basic information about: Danger! • adding drives, memory, and adapter cards Electrical current from power, telephone, and • identifying system board components communications cables is • replacing the battery hazardous. To avoid shock hazard, use the steps These instructions do not contain complete information described in this section to...
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Removing and replacing the cover Removing the cover: 1 Remove the four screws that secure the cover. 2 Slide back the cover about an inch and pull up to remove it completely. Removing and replacing the cover...
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Adding and removing hardware 3 Touch an unpainted, metal portion of the chassis before touching any internal components. 4 While you are working inside the system unit, periodically touch an unpainted, metal portion of the chassis to minimize the chance of damage to the components by static electricity.
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Adding and removing drives To install a drive in the upper drive bay: 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Remove the system cover. 3 Open the front cover. 4 Push back and remove the plastic bay cover. 5 Insert the drive into the bay. Adding and removing drives...
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Adding and removing hardware 6 Align the screw holes and secure the drive with four screws. 7 Connect the power and signal cables. Adding and removing drives...
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8 Reinstall the cover and reconnect the cables to the back of the system unit. Then, reconnect the power cord to the back of the system unit and plug the other end of the cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet.
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Adding and removing hardware 3 From the back of the drive bay, carefully insert a 3.5- inch disk drive then secure it with four screws on the sides. 4 Reinstall the drive bay into the housing as in the following figure: a Align the drive bay with the notch.
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5 Connect the signal and power cables to the drives. 6 Reinstall the cover and reconnect the cables to the back of the system unit. Then, reconnect the power cord to the back of the system unit and plug the other end of the cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet.
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Adding and removing hardware 3 Remove the screw that secures the adapter card slot cover. Then remove the slot cover. 4 Align and insert the adapter card into the adapter card connector. 5 Secure the card with the screw you removed in Step Adding and removing adapter cards...
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6 Except for the original slot cover, reinstall all hardware and screws you removed prior to the installation of the adapter card. Save the original slot cover to use again in case you remove the adapter card. 7 If the adapter card came with one or more cables, connect the cables to the correct connectors on the system board or drive.
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Adding and removing hardware Identifying system board components The system comes with a system board that looks like the figure shown below. This figure is followed by a list of labeled components and their corresponding functions. Number Description Number Description System battery FN/FN2 Fan connector...
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Number Description Number Description PS/2 keyboard and CN14 Diskette drive connector mouse connectors USB connectors CN15 Front panel USB connector Parallel and serial CN16 Wake on LAN (WOL) connectors connector HDD LED connector Power switch connector Audio connectors Reset switch connector CN10 AGP video card JP5, JP8...
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Adding and removing hardware To install a DIMM: 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Remove the system cover. 3 Locate the system memory socket where you want to install the memory module. 4 Press back the clips on both ends of the socket to open them.
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6 Press the memory module into the socket until the clips on both ends click to hold the module in place. 7 If you disconnected any cables to gain access to the memory module sockets on the system board, reconnect the cables. 8 Reinstall the cover and reconnect the cables to the back of the system unit.
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Adding and removing hardware Replacing the system battery Your system battery lets your computer save important system information. Your computer comes with a 3-volt Caution! (CR2032) battery. If you replace it, you must use the Your computer uses same type. lithium batteries.
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When you restart your computer, you will probably get a message that your CMOS has changed. Use the Setup Utility to select Load Default Setting. See “Starting the Setup Utility” on page 74 for information on how to enter Setup. You should also reset the computer’s time and date.
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IBM in this Statement of Limited Warranty apply only to Machines you purchase for your use, and not for resale, from IBM or your reseller. The term “Machine” means an IBM machine, its features, conversions, upgrades, elements, or accessories, or any combination of them.
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Machine. If a Machine does not function as warranted during the warranty period, and IBM or your reseller are unable to either 1) make it do so or 2) replace it with one that is at least functionality equivalent, you may return it to your place of purchase and your money will be refunded.
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Machine resulting from misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating environment, improper maintenance by you, or failure caused by a product for which IBM is not responsible. The warranty is voided by removal or alteration of Machine or parts identification labels.
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Machine and 2) at an engineering-change level compatible with the feature, conversion, or upgrade. Many features, conversions, or upgrades involve the removal of parts and their return to IBM. A part that replaces a removed part will assume the warranty service status of the removed part.
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IBM or your reseller of changes in a Machine’s location. IBM is responsible for loss of, or damage to, your Machine while it is 1) in IBM’s possession or 2) in transit in those cases where IBM is responsible for the transportation charges.
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It is the maximum for which IBM, its suppliers, and your reseller are collectively responsible. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS IBM LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: 1) THIRD-PARTY CLAIM AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES (OTHER THAN THOSE UNDER THE FIRST ITEM LISTED ABOVE);...
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Machine. If a Machine does not function as warranted during the warranty period, and IBM or your reseller are unable to either 1) make it do so or 2) replace it with one that is at...
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Machine resulting from misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating environment, improper maintenance by you, or failure caused by a product for which IBM is not responsible. The warranty is voided by removal or alteration of Machine or parts identification labels.
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Machine and 2) at an engineering-change level compatible with the feature, conversion, or upgrade. Many features, conversions, or upgrades involve the removal of parts and their return to IBM. A part that replaces a removed part will assume the warranty service status of the removed part.
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IBM or your reseller of changes in a Machine’s location. IBM is responsible for loss of, or damage to, your Machine while it is 1) in IBM’s possession or 2) in transit in those cases where IBM is responsible for the transportation charges.
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Warranties and Notices fundamental breach, negligence, misrepresentation, or other contract or tort claim), IBM is liable for no more than 1 damages for bodily injury (including death) and damage to real property and tangible personal property; and 2 the amount of any other actual direct damages, up to the greater of U.S.
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Limitation of liability. The following is added to this Section: Where IBM is in breach of a condition or warranty implied by the Trade Practices Act 1974, IBM’s liability is limited to the repair or replacement of the goods or the supply of equivalent goods.
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Guarantees Act 1993 or other legislation which cannot be excluded or limited. The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 will not apply in respect of any goods which IBM provides, if you require the goods for the purposes of a business as defined in that Act.
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EGYPT: Limitation of liability. The following replaces item 2 in this Section: 2. as to any other actual direct damages, IBM's liability will be limited to the total amount you paid for the Machine that is the subject of the claim.
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The minimum warranty period for Machines is six months. In case IBM or your reseller are unable to repair an IBM Machine, you can alternatively ask for a partial refund as far as justified by the reduced value of the unrepaired...
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In each such instance unless otherwise provided by mandatory law, IBM is liable for no more than: (item 1 unchanged) 2)as to any other actual damage arising in all situations involving nonperformance by IBM pursuant...
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SOUTH AFRICA, NAMIBIA, BOTSWANA, LESOTHO AND SWAZILAND: Limitation of liability. The following is added to this Section: IBM's entire liability to you for actual damages arising in all situations involving nonperformance by IBM in respect of the subject matter of this Statement of...
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IBM operates. Any reference to an IBM product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only IBM’s product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any of IBM’s intellectual property...
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Web site. When you access a non-IBM Web site, please understand that it is independent from IBM, and that IBM has no control over the content on that Web site. In addition, a reference to a non-IBM Web site...
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Microsoft Corporation. Regulatory notices North American FCC and telephone company requirements . If your IBM PC has a built-in modem, the following Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and telephone company requirements apply: 1 The modem adapter card is located in the back of the system unit.
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5 If you experience trouble with this built-in modem, contact your Authorized Seller, or the IBM HelpCenter, IBM Corporation, 3039 Cornwallis Rd., Bldg. 203, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-2195 1-919-517-2800, for repair/warranty information. The...
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Local Exchange Carrier, specify service arrangement USOC RJ11C. North American Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement. IBM PC 2274. The following statement applies to this IBM product. The statement for other IBM products intended for use with this product will appear in their accompanying manuals.
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Warranties and Notices or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,...
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IBM cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a non-recommended modification of the product, including the fitting of non-IBM option cards. Notices...
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How Do I... 24 modem not modem detected 55 solving problems 53 no modem dial monitor tone 56 positioning 16 IBM ScrollPoint II mouse 22 no sound 53 solving problems 50 buttons 22 beeps 37 multimedia using 22 diagnosing 29 solving installing programs 25–26...
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identifying 127 CPU clock 1783 IDE components 111 mismatch 5 secondary –112 channel slave drive system memory 151/163 real time error 65 clock install DIMM 113 error 58 1800 IRQ setting removing DIMM 114 error/PnP ISA 161 CMOS battery upgrading 112 card(s) bad 59 verifying 114...