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Contents

Safety ...............v

Modem safety information .........xii

Preface ..............xiii

Relatedinformation...........xiii

Notices used in this book .........xiii

Chapter 1. Introducing the IntelliStation

E Pro models ............1

Features and specifications for the tower model . . 2 Features and specifications for the desktop model . . 2

Software................4

Preinstalled software...........4

Software Selections CD ..........5

OthersoftwareCDs...........6

What your IntelliStation E Pro offers ......6

Computercontrolsandindicators.......7

Chapter 2. Setting up your computer . . 9

Selecting a location for your computer......9

Arranging your workspace .........9

Comfort...............9

Glareandlighting...........10

Aircirculation............10

Electrical outlets and cable lengths .....10

Connecting computer cables .........10

Starting your computer for the first time ....12

Running the setup program ........13

Registering your computer .........14

Using Access IBM ............14

Viewing documentation on the World Wide Web . . 15

Installing other operating systems .......15

Product recovery program .........16

Additional setup tasks...........16

Setting up Internet Explorer ........16

Creating emergency repair diskettes .....16

Finishingtheinstallation..........17

Chapter 3. Operating your computer . . 19

Turning on your computer .........19

Usingvideofeatures...........20

Videodevicedrivers..........21

Changing monitor settings ........21

Using audio features ...........21

Lineout..............22

Linein...............22

Mic................22

MIDI...............22

Managing your computer..........22

WakeonLAN............22

Remote Program Load or Dynamic Host

ConfigurationProtocol .........22

Remote Administration .........23

LANClient Control Manager........23

System Migration Assistant ........23

Desktop Management Interface .......23

Using security features ..........23

Anti-intrusion features..........23

Component protection ..........24

Data protection ............24

Shutting down your operating system .....24

Turning off your computer .........25

Chapter 4. Configuring your computer 27

Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program . . 27

Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility program 27

Choices available from the Configuration/Setup

Utility main menu ...........27

Usingpasswords ...........29

Using the SCSISelect Utility program (some models) 30

Starting the SCSISelect Utility program ....30

Choices available from the SCSISelect menu . . 30

Chapter 5. Installing options .....33

Major components of the tower model .....33

Major components of the desktop model ....34

System and PCI extender boards .......35

System and PCI extender board option

connectors ..............35

System board internal cable connectors ....36

System board external connectors ......36

System board jumpers ..........37

Before you begin ............37

System reliability considerations ......38

Handling static-sensitive devices ......38

Safety information ...........39

Power and signal cables for internal drives ....43

Installing options in a tower model ......44

Moving the stabilizing feet ........44

Removingthesidecover.........45

Removing the support bracket assembly....46

Working with adapters .........47

Installing internal drives .........50

Installing memory modules ........55

Installing a security U-bolt ........57

Installing the cover ...........58

Installing options in the desktop model .....59

Removingthecomputercover.......59

Working with adapters .........60

Installing internal drives .........64

Installing memory modules ........67

Installing a security U-bolt ........68

Installing the cover ...........69

Connecting external options ........70

I/O connector locations .........71

Input/Output connectors .........72

Chapter 6. Solving problems .....77

Diagnostic tools overview .........77

POST ................78

POST beep code descriptions .......78

Small computer system interface messages (some

models)................78

Diagnostic programs and error messages ....79

Textmessages ............80

Starting the diagnostic programs ......80

Viewing the test log ..........82

Diagnostic error message tables.......82

Troubleshootingcharts...........88

Software-generated error messages .....93

Troubleshooting the Ethernet controller ....93

Ethernet controller messages........95

Recovering your operating system and preinstalled

software...............99

Recovering BIOS ...........99

Recovering or installing device drivers ....101

Recovering your operating system .....101

UsingNortonAntiVirusforIBM......102

Using the ConfigSafe program.......102

ClearingCMOS ............103

Replacing the battery ...........103

Getting information, help, and service .....104

Getting information ..........105

Getting help and service.........105

Purchasing additional services.......108

Appendix A. Using the Software

Selections CD ...........109

Features of the Software Selections CD .....109

Starting the Software Selections CD ......109

Installing software using the Software Selections

CD.................110

Appendix B. Maintaining your

computer .............111

Taking care of your computer ........111

Basics ...............111

Cleaning your computer .........111

Moving your computer .........113

Appendix C. Computer records....115

Serialnumbersandkeys..........115

Appendix D. Viewing the International License Agreement for Non-Warranted

Programs .............117

Appendix E. Product warranties and

notices ..............119

WarrantyStatements...........119

IBM Statement of Limited Warranty for United States, Puerto Rico, and Canada (Part 1 -

GeneralTerms)............119

IBM Statement of Warranty Worldwide except Canada, Puerto Rico, Turkey, United States (Part

1 – GeneralTerms) ..........122

Part 2 - Worldwide Country-Unique Terms . . 124

Notices ...............128

Edition notice ............128

Processing date data ..........129

Trademarks.............129

Importantnotes ...........130

Electronic emission notices .........130

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

Statement .............130

Industry Canada Class A emission compliance

statement..............131

Australia and New Zealand Class A statement 131 United Kingdom telecommunications safety

requirement.............131

European Union EMC Directive conformance

statement..............131

Taiwan electrical emission statement.....132

Japanese Voluntary Control Council for

Interference (VCCI) statement .......132

Powercords..............132

Index ...............135

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Safety

Przed zainstalowaniem tego produktu należy przeczytać broszurę Informacje Dotyczące Bezpieczeństwa.

Before installing this product, read the Safety Information book .

Antes de instalar este produto, leia o Manual de Informações sobre Segurança.

Pred instalací tohoto produktu si prectete prírucku bezpecnostních instrukcí.

Læshæftet med sikkerhedsforskrifter, før du installerer dette produkt.

Lue Safety Information -kirjanen, ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen.

Avant de procéder à l’installation de ce produit, lisez le manuel Safety Information.

Vor Beginn der Installation die Broschüre mit Sicherheitshinweisen lesen.

Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere l’opuscolo contenente le informazioni sulla sicurezza.

Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst het boekje met veiligheidsvoorschriften.

Les heftet om sikkerhetsinformasjon (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet.

Antes de instalar este produto, leia o folheto Informações sobre Segurança.

Перед установкой продукта прочтите брошюру по технике безопасности (Safety Information).

Pred inštaláciou tohto produktu si pre ítajte Informa nú brožúrku o bezpe nosti.

Preden namestite ta izdelek, preberite knjižico Varnostne informacije.

Antes de instalar este producto, lea la Información de Seguridad.

Lässäkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten.

Installálás el tt olvassa el a Biztonsági el írások kézikönyvét !

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Statement 1

Danger Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous.

To avoid a shock hazard: v Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or

reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm.

v Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet. v Connect to properly wired outlets any equipment that will be attached to this product. v When possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal cables. v Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire, water, or structural

damage.

v Disconnect the attached power cords, telecommunications systems, networks, and

modems before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures.

v Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when installing,

moving, or opening covers on this product or attached devices.

To connect:

1. Turn everything OFF.

2. First, attach all cables to devices.

3. Attach signal cables to connectors.

4. Attach power cords to outlet.

5. Turn device ON.

To disconnect:

1. Turn everything OFF.

2. First, remove power cords from outlet.

3. Remove signal cables from connectors.

4. Remove all cables from devices.

Safety vii

DANGER

Le courant électrique provenant de l’alimentation, du téléphone et des câbles de transmission peut présenter un danger.

Pour éviter tout risque de choc électrique : v Ne manipulez aucun câble et n’effectuez aucune opération d’installation,

d’entretien ou de reconfiguration de ce produit au cours d’un orage.

v Branchez tous les cordons d’alimentation sur un socle de prise de courant

correctement câblé et mis à la terre.

v Branchez sur des socles de prise de courant correctement câblés tout

équipement connecté à ce produit.

v Lorsque cela est possible, n’utilisez qu’une seule main pour connecter ou

déconnecter les câbles d’interface.;

v Ne mettez jamais un équipement sous tension en cas d’incendie ou

d’inondation, ou en présence de dommages matériels.

v Avant de retirer les carters de l’unité, mettez celle-ci hors tension et

déconnectez ses cordons d’alimentation, ainsi que les câbles qui la relient aux réseaux, aux systèmes de té lécommunication et aux modems (sauf instruction contraire mentionnée dans les procédures d’installation et de configuration).

v Lorsque vous installez, que vous déplacez, ou que vous manipulez le présent

produit ou des périphériques qui lui sont raccordés, reportez-vous aux instructions ci-dessous pour connecter et déconnecter les différents cordons.

Connexion:

1. Mettez les unités hors tension.

2. Commencez par brancher tous les

cordons sur les unités.

3. Branchez les câbles d’interface sur des connecteurs.

4. Branchez les cordons d’alimentation sur des prises.

5. Mettez les unités sous tension.

Statement 2 CAUTION:

When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. If your system has a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made by the same manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of.

Do not:

v Throw or immerse into water. v Heat to more than 100 C (212 F) v Repair or disassemble

Déconnexion:

1. Mettez les unités hors tension.

2. Débranchez les cordons d’alimentation

des prises.

3. Débranchez les câbles d’interface des connecteurs.

4. Débranchez tous les câbles des unités.

Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.

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DANGER

Danger d’explosion en cas de remplacement incorrect de la batterie.

Remplacer uniquement par une batterie IBM de type ou d’un type équivalent 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 :

v Lancer ou plonger dans l’eau v Chauffer à plus de 100°C (212°F) v Réparer ou désassembler

Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux règlements locaux.

Statement 3

CAUTION: When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) are installed, note the following:

v Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could result in

exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the device.

v Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified

herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Danger

Some laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode. Note the following. Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam.

DANGER

Certains modèles d’ordinateurs personnels sont équipésd’origine d’une unité de CD-ROM ou de DVD-ROM. Mais ces unités sont également vendues séparément en tant qu’options. L’unité de CD-ROM/DVD-ROM est un appareil à laser. Aux État-Unis, l’unité de CD-ROM/DVD-ROM est certifiée conforme aux normes indiquées dans le sous-chapitre J du DHHS 21 CFR relatif aux produits à laser de classe 1. Dans les autres pays, elle est certifiée être un produit à laser de classe 1 conforme aux normes CEI 825 et CENELEC EN 60 825.

Lorsqu’une unité de CD-ROM/DVD-ROM est installée, tenez compte des remarques suivantes:

ATTENTION: Pour éviter tout risque d’exposition au rayon laser, respectez les consignes de réglage et d’utilisation des commandes, ainsi que les procédures décrites.

Safety ix

L’ouverture de l’unité de CD-ROM/DVD-ROM peut entraîner un risque d’exposition au rayon laser. Pour toute intervention, faites appel à du personnel qualifié.

Certaines unités de CD-ROM/DVD-ROM peuvent contenir une diode à laser de classe 3A ou 3B. Tenez compte de la consigne qui suit:

DANGER

Rayonnement laser lorsque le carter est ouvert. Évitez toute exposition directe des yeux au rayon laser. Évitez de regarder fixement le faisceau ou de l’observer à l’aide d’instruments optiques.

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Statement 4

≥18 kg (39.7 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs)

CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting.

Statement 5

CAUTION: The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source.

Safety xi

Modem safety information

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using telephone equipment, always follow basic safety precautions, such as:

v Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. v Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically

designed for wet locations.

v Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line

has been disconnected at the network interface.

v Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. v Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm.

There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

v Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

Consignes de sécurité relatives au modem

Lors de l’utilisation de votre matériel téléphonique, il est important de respecter les consignes ci-après afin de réduire les risques d’incendie, d’électrocution et d’autres blessures :

v N’installez jamais de cordons téléphoniques durant un orage. v Les prises téléphoniques ne doivent pas être installées dans des endroits

humides, excepté si le modèle a été conçu à cet effet.

v Ne touchez jamais un cordon téléphonique ou un terminal non isolé avant que

la ligne ait été déconnectéeduréseau téléphonique.

v Soyez toujours prudent lorsque vous procédez à l’installation ou à la

modification de lignes téléphoniques.

v Si vous devez téléphoner pendant un orage, pour éviter tout risque de choc

électrique, utilisez toujours un téléphone sans fil.

v En cas de fuite de gaz, n’utilisez jamais un téléphone situéàproximité de la

fuite.

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Preface

This book will help you become familiar with your IBM IntelliStation E Pro computer and its many features. It describes how to set up, configure, operate, maintain, and install options in your computer. Information about software, problem solving, and getting help is also included in this book.

Related information

The following documentation contains additional information about your computer. If your computer comes with IBM-preinstalled software, you might be able to view these documents using Access IBM. See “Using Access IBM” on page 14 for information about how to use Access IBM. The IBM documents listed below can also be found at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support on the World Wide Web.

v Hardware Maintenance Manual

This publication contains information for trained service technicians. It can be found at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support on the World Wide Web.

v README files on the Device Drivers and IBM Enhanced Diagnostics CD

Several README files on this CD contain information about the various adapters and devices that might be attached to your computer.

v Adaptec SCSI documentation

This publication, accessible through Access IBM, contains information and instructions for installing and configuring small computer systems interface (SCSI) device drivers and devices.

v Safety Information

This publication, accessible through Access IBM, contains multilingual Caution and Danger notices.

Notices used in this book

This information product contains notices that relate to specific topics. The Caution and Danger notices also appear in the multilingual Safety Information book that is accessible through Access IBM. Each notice is numbered for easy reference to the corresponding notices in the safety book.

The notice definitions are as follows:

v Notes: These notices provide important tips, guidance, or advice. v Important: These notices provide information or advice that might help you

avoid inconvenient or problem situations.

v Attention: These notices indicate possible damage to programs, devices, or data.

An attention notice is placed just before the instruction or situation in which damage could occur.

v Caution: These notices indicate situations that can be potentially hazardous to

you. A caution notice is placed just before descriptions of potentially hazardous procedure steps or situations.

v Danger:These notices indicate situations that can be potentially lethal or

extremely hazardous to you. A danger notice is placed just before descriptions of potentially lethal or extremely hazardous procedures or situations.

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Chapter 1. Introducing the IntelliStation E Pro models

Thank you for selecting an IBM®IntelliStation®Professional Workstation. Your computer incorporates many of the latest advances in computing technology and is easy to expand and upgrade as your needs change.

If you have access to the World Wide Web, you can obtain up-to-date information about your IntelliStation E Pro model and other IBM computer products at the following World Wide Web address:

http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/intellistation/

Your computer model and serial numbers are located on labels on the bottom of the computer and on the lower right side of the bezel on the tower model. These labels are located on the bottom of the computer and on the lower right front of the bezel on the desktop model. You will need these numbers when you register your computer with IBM.

Serial number

Tower model

(6846)

Desktop model

(6836)

Serial number

Features and specifications for the tower model

The following table provides a summary of the features and specifications of the tower model. Some features and specifications are not available on all models.

Table 1. Tower Model Features and Specifications

Microprocessor:

v Supports one microprocessor

™

v Intel

Memory:

v Minimum: 64 MB v Maximum: 1.5 GB v Type: PC133 MHz, ECC SDRAM,

v Slots: Three dual inline

Drives: (depending on your model)

v Diskette: 1.44 MB v CD-ROM : IDE v Hard disk drive

Expansion bays :

v Two 5.25-in. bays (One CD-ROM

v Two 3.5-in. bays (One diskette

v Three 3.5-in. slim-high bays

PCI expansion slots :

v Three 33 MHz/32-bit on the system

v Two 33 MHz/32-bit on the PCI Bus

AGP slot :

v Accelerated graphics port (AGP) v Video adapter installed in the AGP

Power supply :

One 330 watt (90-240 V ac)

Pentium™III with 256 KB Level-2 cache and MMX (MMX2) technology

unregistered DIMMs only

drive installed)

available (One hard disk drive installed)

board (some models come with a SCSI adapter installed)

extender board

slot on the system board

Video : (depending on your model) v Matrox or NVidia AGP video

adapter

v Compatible with SVGA and VGA v Matrox has 16 MB SDRAM video

memory

v NVidia has 32 MB SDRAM video

memory

Size:

v Height: 470 mm (18.5 in.) v Depth: 508 mm (19.9 in.) v Width: 165 mm (6.5 in.) v Weight: approximately 19.5 Kg (43

lb.) when fully configured or 15.9 Kg (35 lb.) minimum

Integrated functions:

v 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet

controller on the system board with an RJ-45 Ethernet port

v Two serial ports v Parallel port v Two USB ports v Keyboard port v Mouse port v MIDI port v Audio ports

– Line out – Line in – Mic

v Dual-channel bus mastering IDE

controller

Acoustical noise emissions :

v Sound power, idling: 6.6 bel

maximum

v Sound power, operating: 6.8 bel

maximum

Environment:

v Air temperature :

– Computer on: 10° to 35° C (50.0°

to 95.0° F). Altitude: 0 to 914 m (2998.7 ft.)

– Computer on: 10° to 32° C (50.0°

to 89.6° F). Altitude: 914 m (2998.7 ft.) to 2133 m (6998.0 ft.)

– Computer off: 10° to 43° C (50.0°

to 109.4° F). Maximum altitude: 2133 m (6998.0 ft.)

v Humidity :

– Computer on: 8% to 80% – Computer off: 8% to 80%

Heat output :

Approximate heat output in British Thermal Units (Btu) per hour v Minimum configuration: 341 Btu

(100 watts)

v Maximum configuration: 1604 Btu

(470 watts)

Electrical input :

v Sine-wave input (50-60 Hz) required v Input voltage low range:

– Minimum: 90 V ac – Maximum: 137 V ac

v Input voltage high range:

– Minimum: 180 V ac – Maximum: 265 V ac

v Input kilovolt-amperes (kVA)

approximately:

– Minimum: 0.095 kVA – Maximum: 0.213 kVA

Features and specifications for the desktop model

The following table provides a summary of the features and specifications of the desktop model. Some features and specifications are not available on all models.

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Table 2. Desktop Model Features and Specifications

Microprocessor:

v Supports one microprocessor

™

v Intel

Pentium™III with 256 KB Level-2 cache and MMX (MMX2) technology

Memory:

v Minimum: 64 MB v Maximum: 1.5 GB v Type: PC133 MHz, ECC SDRAM,

unregistered DIMMs only

v Slots: Three dual inline

Drives: (depending on your model)

v Diskette: 1.44 MB v CD-ROM : IDE v Hard disk drive

Expansion bays

v Two 5.25-in. bays (One CD-ROM

drive installed)

v Two 3.5-in. bays (One diskette

drive and one hard disk drive installed)

Video : (depending on your model) v Matrox or NVidia AGP video

adapter

v Compatible with SVGA and VGA v Matrox has 16 MB SDRAM video

memory

v NVidia has 32 MB SDRAM video

memory

Size:

v Height: 140 mm (5.5 in.) v Depth: 425 mm (16.7 in.) v Width: 425 mm (16.7 in.) v Weight: approximately 11.3 Kg (25

lb.) when fully configured

Integrated functions:

v 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet

controller on the system board with an RJ-45 Ethernet port

v Two serial ports v Parallel port v Two USB ports v Keyboard port v Mouse port

PCI expansion slots :

v Three 33 MHz/32-bit on the system

board (some models come with a SCSI adapter installed)

AGP slot :

v Accelerated graphics port (AGP) v Video adapter installed in the AGP

slot on the system board

Power supply :

One 155 watt (90-240 V ac)

v MIDI port v Audio ports

– Line out – Line in – Mic

v Dual-channel bus mastering IDE

controller

Acoustical noise emissions :

v Sound power, idling: 6.6 bel

maximum

v Sound power, operating: 6.8 bel

maximum

Environment:

v Air temperature :

– Computer on: 10° to 35° C (50.0°

to 95.0° F). Altitude: 0 to 914 m (2998.7 ft.)

– Computer on: 10° to 32° C (50.0°

to 89.6° F). Altitude: 914 m (2998.7 ft.) to 2133 m (6998.0 ft.)

– Computer off: 10° to 43° C (50.0°

to 109.4° F). Maximum altitude: 2133 m (6998.0 ft.)

v Humidity :

– Computer on: 8% to 80% – Computer off: 8% to 80%

Heat output :

Approximate heat output in British Thermal Units (Btu) per hour v Minimum configuration: 272 Btu (80

watts)

v Maximum configuration: 767 Btu

(225 watts)

Electrical input :

v Sine-wave input (50-60 Hz) required v Input voltage low range:

– Minimum: 90 V ac – Maximum: 137 V ac

v Input voltage high range:

– Minimum: 180 V ac – Maximum: 265 V ac

v Input kilovolt-amperes (kVA)

approximately:

– Minimum: 0.08 kVA – Maximum: 0.52 kVA

Chapter 1. Introducing the IntelliStation E Pro models 3

Software

Your IBM computer comes with Microsoft®Windows 2000®Professional preinstalled with the option of changing your operating system to Windows NT Workstation.

In addition to your operating system, a variety of other software programs comes with your computer, such as application programs, diagnostic tools, and device drivers. Some of the software is preinstalledon your computer, and some software is on the CDs that comes with your computer.

Important:

The software, other than the Microsoft operating system, is licensed under the terms of the IBM International License Agreement for Non-Warranted Programs. Use of your computer signifies acceptance of this license agreement. For detailed instructions about viewing the license agreement, see “Appendix D. Viewing the International License Agreement for Non-Warranted Programs” on page 117.

Preinstalled software

In addition to the Microsoft operating system, your preinstalled software includes the following programs:

v Access IBM provides links to selected IBM Web sites and the IBM Assistant, a

help system for many end-user tasks. Access IBM also provides shortcuts to help accomplish many of these tasks.

v Adobe Acrobat Reader is used to read portable document format (PDF) files.

You can download the most current versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader for other languages and operating systems from the Adobe Web site at http://www.adobe.com on the World Wide Web.

v ConfigSafe 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.

v IBM Backup and Restore program creates and stores a backup image of the

primary partition (drive C) of your hard disk drive. You can recover this backup image, in the event that drive C becomes damaged or unusable.

v IBM Registration program can be used to register your computer with IBM.

When you register your computer with IBM, information is entered into an IBM database, which enables IBM to contact you in case of a recall or other severe problem. In addition, some locations offer extended privileges and services to registered users.

v Online Books enable you to access documentation that contains detailed

information about your computer.

v PC-Doctor for Windows is a program to help you locate and resolve some

problems that might occur with your computer.

v Product Recovery Program enables you to recover the Windows 2000 or

Windows NT operating systems and other software programs.

You must have Internet access to use some of these programs. For more information about connecting to the Internet, refer to the operating system documentation that comes with your computer.

1. The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity is your assurance that the Windows software in your computer is legally licensed from Microsoft Corporation.

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See “Chapter 2. Setting up your computer” on page 9 for additional information about your preinstalled software. For more information about using the recovery programs and solving problems, see “Chapter 6. Solving problems” on page 77.

Important:

1. No backup diskettes for your preinstalled software come with your computer. However, you can reinstall the device drivers and applications that come preinstalled on your computer from the directories on your hard disk drive. For more information on recovering your computer software, see “Recovering your operating system and preinstalled software” on page 99.

2. The device drivers and some programs are also available at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support on the World Wide Web and on the Device Driversand IBM Enhanced DiagnosticsCD.

Software Selections CD

The Software Selections CD contains application programs and support software for use with your computer, such as:

IBM Universal Manageability Services

IBM Update Connector

Netscape Communicator You can use Netscape Communicator to navigate your

Norton AntiVirus for IBM You can use Norton AntiVirus for IBM to detect and

™

UM Services streamline and automate personal computer (PC) systems management and support tasks, such as asset deployment and tracking.

You can use IBM Update Connector to download software programs, software updates, data, and data updates from IBM via the Internet. Update Connector automatically determines whether your computer needs available updates and, if so, it downloads and installs them at your option.

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 Wo rl d Wi de Web .

remove viruses from your computer.

For more information about installing software using the Software Selections CD, see “Appendix A. Using the Software Selections CD” on page 109.

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Other software CDs

Some IntelliStation models come with additional CDs. These CDs include software that you can install and programs that you can run to test hardware components of your computer.

Lotus®SmartSuite Lotus SmartSuite, a package of award-winning

Device Drivers and IBM Enhanced Diagnostics CD

What your IntelliStation E Pro offers

The design of your computer takes advantage of advancements in graphics, memory, systems-management, and network environments. Your computer includes:

v High-performance accelerated graphics port (AGP) graphics

Your computer comes with an AGP graphics adapter installed. This high-performance adapter supports high resolutions and includes many performance-enhancing features for your operating-system environment.

v Large system memory

The memory bus in your computer supports up to 1.5 gigabytes (GB) memory. The memory controller provides error code correction (ECC) support for up to three industry standard PC133, 3.3 V, 168-pin, 133 megahertz (MHz), unregistered, synchronous dynamic random access memory (SDRAM) dual in-line memory modules (DIMMs).

v Systems-management capabilities

Your computer comes with features that a network administrator or file server can use to remotely manage and control your computer. Some of the features include: Wake on LAN, Remote Administration, and System Migration Assistant.

v Integrated network environment support

Your computer comes with an Ethernet controller on the system board. This Ethernet controller has an interface for connecting to 10-Mbps or 100-Mbps networks. The computer automatically selects between 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX environments. This controller provides full-duplex (FDX) capability, which allows simultaneous transmission and reception of data on the Ethernet local area network (LAN).

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.

The diagnostic test programs are stored on the Device Drivers and IBM Enhanced DiagnosticsCD that comes with your computer. These programs provide the primary methods of testing system components. Some of the preinstalled device drivers are also stored on this CD.

of system

2. One Gigabyte is equal to 1,000,000,000 bytes.

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Computer controls and indicators

This section identifies the controls and indicators on your tower and desktop models.

Ethernet speed 100 Mbps

Ethernet transmit/ receive activity

CD eject button

CD-ROM drive activity light

Diskette eject button

Diskette drive activity light

Hard disk drive activity light

Power-on light

Power control button

Ethernet speed 100 Mbps

Ethernet transmit/ receive activity

CD eject

button

CD-ROM drive

activity light

Diskette eject

button

Diskette drive

activity light

Power control

button

Power on light

Hard disk drive

activity light

CD eject button: Push this button to open the CD tray to remove a CD from the drive.

CD-ROM drive activity light:When this light is on, the CD-ROM drive is in use.

Diskette eject button: Push this button to release a diskette from the drive.

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Ethernet speed 100 Mbps: When this light is on, the Ethernet speed is 100 Mbps. When this light is off, the Ethernet speed is 10 Mbps.

Ethernet transmit/receive activity:When this light is on, there is activity between the computer and the network.

Diskette drive activity light: When this light is on, the diskette drive is in use.

Hard disk drive activity light: When this light is on, the hard disk drive is in use.

Power-on light: This status indicator lights when you turn on your computer.

Power control button: Press this button to manually turn the computer on or off.

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Chapter 2. Setting up your computer

This chapter provides information about setting up your computer and preparing it to run your applications.

Before you begin to set up your computer, read the information in “Safety” on page v.

You will need the following items:

v Computer v Computer power cord v Keyboard v Mouse v Monitor (sold separately with signal cable and power cord)

If you are missing an item, contact your place of purchase.

Selecting a location for your computer

Make sure you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical outlets for the computer, monitor, and any other devices. Select a location for the computer where it will remain dry. Leave about 127 mm (5 in.) of space around the computer for proper air circulation.

For information about arranging your computer for comfort and ease-of-use, refer to “Arranging your workspace” on page 9.

Arranging your workspace

To get the most from your computer, arrange both the equipment you use and your work area to suit your needs and the kind of work you do. Your comfort is of foremost importance, but light sources, air circulation, and the location of electrical outlets also can affect the way you arrange your workspace.

Comfort

Although no single working position is ideal for everyone, the following guidelines will help you find a position that suits you best.

Sitting in the same position for a long time can cause fatigue. A good chair can make a big difference. The backrest and seat should adjust independently and provide good support. The seat should have a curved front to relieve pressure on the thighs. Adjust the seat so that your thighs are parallel to the floor and your feet are either flat on the floor or on a footrest.

When using the keyboard, keep your forearms parallel to the floor and your wrists in a neutral, comfortable position. Try to keep a light touch on the keyboard and your hands and fingers relaxed. You can change the angle of the keyboard for maximum comfort by adjusting the position of the keyboard feet.

Adjust the monitor so that the top of the screen is at, or slightly below, eye level. Place the monitor at a comfortable viewing distance, usually 51 to 61 cm (20 to 24

in.), and position it so that you can view it without having to twist your body. Also position other equipment you use regularly, such as the telephone or a mouse, within easy reach.

Glare and lighting

Position the monitor to minimize glare and reflections from overhead lights, windows, and other light sources. Even reflected light from shiny surfaces can cause annoying reflections on your monitor screen. Place the monitor at right angles to windows and other light sources when possible. Reduce overhead lighting, if necessary, by turning off lights or using lower wattage bulbs. If you install the monitor near a window, use curtains or blinds to block the sunlight. You might have to adjust the brightness and contrast controls on the monitor as the room lighting changes throughout the day.

Where it is impossible to avoid reflections or to adjust the lighting, an antiglare filter placed over the screen might be helpful. However, these filters might affect the clarity of the image on the screen; try them only after you have exhausted other methods of reducing glare.

Dust buildup compounds problems that are associated with glare. Remember to clean your monitor screen periodically using a soft cloth that is moistened with a nonabrasive liquid glass cleaner.

Air circulation

Your computer and monitor produce heat. Your computer has one or more fans that pull in fresh air and forces out hot air. The monitor lets hot air escape through vents. Blocking the air vents can cause overheating, which might result in a malfunction or damage. Place the computer and monitor so that nothing blocks the air vents; usually, 51 mm (2 in.) of air space is sufficient. Also, make sure the vented air is not blowing on someone else.

Electrical outlets and cable lengths

The location of electrical outlets and the length of power cords and cables that connect to the monitor, printer, and other devices might determine the final placement of your computer.

When arranging your workspace: v Avoid the use of extension cords. Whenever possible, plug the computer power

cords directly into electrical outlets.

v Keep power cords and cables neatly routed away from walkways and other

areas where they might be kicked accidentally.

For more information about power cords, see “Power cords” on page 132.

Connecting computer cables

Use the following steps to set up your computer. Look for the small icons on the following pages, and on the back of your computer.

If your computer cables and connector panel have color-coded connectors, match the color of the cable end with the color of the connector. For example, match a blue cable end with a blue panel connector, a red cable end with a red panel connector, and so on.

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1. Connect the monitor cable to the monitor connector. Tighten the screws; then, connect the keyboard cable to the keyboard connector, and connect the mouse cable to the mouse connector.

Monitor

Keyboard Mouse

Note: If your computer comes with Windows NT and a ScrollPoint

your mouse will function the first time you start up your computer, but your mouse will not have its ScrollPoint function. You must shut down and restart the computer to enable the ScrollPoint function.

2. Connect any additional devices you have. v Connect a printer or parallel device to the parallel connector.

Parallel

v Connect a serial device or external modem to the serial connector.

mouse,

Serial Device

v Connect Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices to either of the USB connectors.

USB Device

v Connect optional devices, such as speakers, microphones, or headphones, for

models with an audio device.

Audio

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v Connect the Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 Ethernet connector.

Important:

To operate the computer within FCC Class A limits, use a category 5 Ethernet cable.

Ethernet

3. Connect the power cord to the power connector located on the rear of the

computer. If there is a label covering the power connector, remove it.

Powe r

Attention: If you have a desktop model, check the position of the voltage-selection switch. Use a ball point pen to slide the switch, if necessary.

Voltage switch

115

v If the voltage supply range in your location is 90-137 V ac, set the voltage

switch to 115 V.

v If the voltage supply range in your location is 180-265 V ac, set the voltage

switch to 230-265 V.

4. Connect the power cords into properly grounded electrical outlets.

Note: When the power cord is first plugged in, the computer might turn on for

a few seconds, then turn off. This is normal.

Starting your computer for the first time

This section contains the information that you will need to start operating your computer.

1. Review the safety precautions listed in Statement 1 and Statement 5 in “Safety” on page v.

2. If your computer is a desktop model, set the voltage-selection switch located

next to the power cord connector on the rear of the computer.

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v If the voltage supply range in your location is 90-137 V ac, set the

voltage-selection switch to 115 V.

v If the voltage supply range in your location is 180-265 V ac, set voltage

selection switch to 230 V.

3. Turn on all devices connected to the computer.

4. Press the power control button on your computer. For the location of the power

control button, see “Computer controls and indicators” on page 7. Attention: After you have turned on your computer for the first time, you

must complete the setup procedure before you turn off your computer; otherwise, unexpected results might occur.

When you start your computer, you can select one of the following messages to use the configuration program or the recovery program. If you do not select the following messages, your computer completes POST and the Windows desktop appears.

v Press F1 for Configuration/Setup

You can use this program to configure serial- and parallel-connector assignments, change the drive startup sequence, set the date and time, and set passwords. See “Chapter 4. Configuring your computer” on page 27 for more information about using the Configuration and Setup Utility.

v To Start the Product Recovery Program, Press F11

The Product Recovery Program is provided on your computer to assist you with some recovery operations. This program enables you to recover Windows 2000, Windows NT, and other software programs. For more information about recovering your preinstalled software, see “Recovering your operating system and preinstalled software” on page 99.

v <<<Press <CTRL><A> for SCSISelect Utility!>>>

The SCSISelect Utility program is a built-in, menu-driven configuration utility program that you can use to view the default SCSI IDs and locate and correct configuration conflicts. You will only see this message if your computer contains a SCSI adapter. For more information about using this program, see “Using the SCSISelect Utility program (some models)” on page 30.

If you experience any problems during startup, see “Troubleshooting charts” on page 88.

Running the setup program

The setup program starts when you turn on the computer for the first time, or after you have recovered your operating system. The program will prompt you to make choices or type information as required.

Notes:

1. The setup program is slightly different from the one that is described in your operating system documentation. Some choices that are described in your operating system documentation do not appear because they are preset.

2. During the setup procedure, you must indicate that you accept the license agreement, before you can complete the procedure.

3. In some instances, the registration information 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 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity. The product ID number is located on the label attached to the bottom of your computer.

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4. If the setup program has already been run once, it will not start when you turn on your computer.

To complete the setup procedure, you will need the following items and information:

v The Microsoft operating system documentation that comes with your computer. v Network information (if applicable) from your network administrator. v The printer model and port that is used by the printer, if the printer is attached

directly to your computer.

After the setup procedure finishes and the computer restarts, the Windows desktop appears and your computer is ready for use.

Registering your 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.

The registration program gathers your name, address, voice and fax telephone numbers, e-mail address, machine type, and machine serial number. If you do not register your computer during the initial setup, you can still do so at a later time.

To register your computer, use one of the following methods to access the registration program; then, follow the on-screen instructions.

v Double click the Register icon on the Windows desktop and follow the

directions

v Double click the Access IBM icon on the Windows desktop; then, click Get

started → Registering your IBM computer

v Click Start → Programs → IBM Registration→ Register v You can also register on the World Wide Web at

http://www.ibm.com/pc/register

Note: The registration program, which starts through Access IBM or the

Using Access IBM

Access IBM provides links to selected IBM Web sites and to the IBM Assistant, a help system for many end-user tasks. Access IBM also provides shortcuts to help accomplish many of these tasks.

Descriptions of the choices available from the Access IBM main menu are as follows:

v Get Started

Select this choice to display information about tasks that are typically performed immediately after installing a new computer.

v Customize

information and supplying you with a mailing address, in the event no modem or Internet access is available.

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Select this choice to display information about personalizing your computer to fit your needs.

v Upgrade

Select this choice to display information about upgrading your computer hardware, finding IBM services, and purchasing IBM options (accessories).

v Maintain

Select this choice to display information about tasks, programs, and tools to protect data.

v Solve problems

Select this choice to display information about troubleshooting procedures, diagnostic tools, recovery procedures, and getting assistance from IBM.

Complete the following steps to use Access IBM.

1. Double click the Access IBM icon on the Windows desktop. If the Access IBM icon is not available on your desktop, click Start→ Programs→ Access IBM.

2. Click one of the categories listed on the menu (for example, Get Started).

3. Click a topic.

Viewing documentation on the World Wide Web

Documentation about your computer hardware and software is provided in portable document format (PDF) files that are read with Adobe Acrobat Reader. If Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed on your computer, a message will appear when you attempt to view the PDF file. If you want to install a version of Adobe Acrobat Reader, you can download it from the Adobe Web site at http://www.adobe.com on the World Wide Web.

Complete the following steps to view online documentation.

1. Click Start → Programs → Online Books →Online Books. If no online books are installed, go to step 2.

2. You can search for online documentation files at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support on the World Wide Web.

Installing other operating systems

Your IBM computer comes with Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional preinstalled with the option of changing your operating system to Windows NT Workstation. For complete details about installing Windows NT Workstation, see “Recovering your operating system” on page 101.

To install another operating system, follow the instructions in the documentation provided with the operating system and any updates. Then, follow the instructions in “Appendix A. Using the Software Selections CD” on page 109 to install the support software.

Note: If you install another operating system, you might need additional software

or device drivers. Hardware-specific support software is available on the DeviceDrivers and IBM Enhanced DiagnosticsCD. If you experience problems with the device drivers installed from this CD, you can obtain the latest device drivers at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support on the World Wide Web.

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Before installing any operating system, be sure you obtain the latest updates. Contact the operating system manufacturer or, if applicable, check the manufacturer’s World Wide Web site to obtain the updates.

Additional information about operating systems is posted periodically on the World Wide Web at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support

Product recovery program

The Product Recovery Program is preinstalled on the hard disk drive that comes with your IBM computer. This program enables you to recover the Windows 2000 or Windows NT operating systems.

This program is designed to be hidden from view to protect the program from accidental damage. If you are using fdisk, NT Disk Administrator, or another utility to reformat your hard disk drive, you might be able to see the partition where the Product Recovery Program is stored. Do not delete this information, or your Product Recovery Program will be lost.

Backup diskettes for your preinstalled software are not provided with your computer. However, most of your IBM-preinstalled programs are located on the C:\IBMTOOLS directory on your hard disk drive. For complete instructions on recovering some of the preinstalled software, see “Recovering your operating system and preinstalled software” on page 99.

Additional setup tasks

This section includes information about several tasks that you might want to perform while setting up your computer. These optional tasks are helpful if performed when setting up your computer for the first time.

v Setting up Internet Explorer v Creating an IBM Enhanced Diagnostics diskette v Creating an emergency repair diskette

Setting up Internet Explorer

Internet Explorer is a tool that you can use to navigate your company intranet or the World Wide Web.

Note: You must be connected to your company intranet or to the World Wide Web

(or both) to be able to use Internet Explorer. For information about connecting to the Internet, as well as further information about Internet Explorer, see the Microsoft operating system documentation that comes with your computer.

Creating emergency repair diskettes

At your earliest opportunity, create emergency repair diskettes. It is important to create these diskettes, such as, a diagnostics diskette, Norton AntiVirus Rescue Disks, and the Repair Recovery diskette to use for recovery purposes.

If you add options to your computer, create a new emergency repair diskette to ensure that it reflects your current system configuration. For complete details on creating repair diskettes, click on the Access IBM ” Maintain.

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Finishing the installation

Locate the serial and model numbers, and then record this information in “Appendix C. Computer records” on page 115. For the location of the serial and model numbers, see “Chapter 1. Introducing the IntelliStation E Pro models” on page 1.

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Chapter 3. Operating your computer

This chapter provides information to help you in the day-to-day use of your computer.

Turning on your computer

If you are starting your computer for the first time, see “Starting your computer for the first time” on page 12.

Attention: If you have a desktop model, check the position of the voltage-selection switch located beside the power cord connector. Use a ballpoint pen to slide the switch, if necessary.

v If the voltage supply range in your location is 90-137 V ac, set the voltage switch

to 115 V.

v If the voltage supply range in your location is 180-265 V ac, set the voltage

switch to 230-265 V.

After you plug one end of the computer power cord into the power supply connector on the rear of the computer, and the other end of the power cord into an electrical outlet, the computer can start as follows:

v You can press the power control button on the front of the computer to start the

computer.

v If the computer is turned on and a power failure occurs, the computer will start

automatically when the power is restored.

If the POST detects a problem when you turn on your computer, you will hear repeating beeps. If this occurs, see “Chapter 6. Solving problems” on page 77 for more information.

During POST, the following messages appear:

v Press F1 for Configuration/Setup v To Start the Product Recovery Program, Press F11 v <<< Press <CTRL><A> for SCSISelect Utility! >>>

Note: The SCSI message only appears if a SCSI adapter is installed in your

computer.

If your computer is properly connected and configured to load a startup image from the network, a request is sent and a startup image is loaded into your computer. If the request is unsuccessful or there is no network connection, the operating system and application programs are loaded from the hard disk drive.

Your computer can ″wake up″ and be started remotely over a network, if it has a properly configured network connection. For more information, see “Wake on LAN” on page 22 and “Remote Administration” on page 23.

Using video features

Your computer has an AGP graphics adapter that uses a standard video protocol for displaying text and graphic images on a monitor screen. The adapter supports a variety of video modes. Video modes are different combinations of resolution, refresh rate, and color defined by a video standard for displaying text or graphics.

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Video device drivers

To take full advantage of the graphics adapter in your computer, some operating systems and application programs require custom software, known as video device drivers. These preinstalled device drivers provide support for greater speed, higher resolution, more available colors, and flicker-free images.

Device drivers for the graphics adapter and a README file with instructions for installing the device drivers are provided on the Device Drivers and IBM Enhanced DiagnosticsCD and on the hard disk drive C:\IBMTOOLS\DRIVERS directory that comes with your computer. You can use the device driver installation instructions if you ever need to reinstall the device drivers or if you need information on obtaining and installing updated device drivers.For more information about installing device drivers, see “Recovering or installing device drivers” on page 101.

Changing monitor settings

To get the best possible image on your screen and to reduce flicker, you might need to reset the resolution and refresh rate of your monitor. You can view and change monitor settings through your operating system using the instructions provided in the README files on the Device Drivers and IBM Enhanced Diagnostics CD or on the C:\ IBMTOOLS\DRIVERS directory on your hard disk drive.

Attention: Before you change any monitor settings, be sure to review the information that comes with your monitor. Using a resolution or refresh rate that is not supported by your monitor might cause the screen to become unreadable and could damage the monitor. The information that comes with your monitor usually includes the resolutions and refresh rates that the monitor supports. If you need additional information, contact the manufacturer of the monitor.

To minimize screen flicker and jitter, set your monitor for the highest noninterlaced refresh rate that the monitor supports. If your monitor complies with the VESA display data channel (DDC) standard, it is probably already set to the highest refresh rate that the monitor and video controller can support. If you are not sure if your monitor is DDC-compliant, see the documentation provided with the monitor.

If you have a dual-monitor video adapter and you connect both monitors but don’t see the second monitor, go to Start → Settings → Control Panel →Display Properties → Settings → Display Type and enable the Multi-head option.

Using audio features

Your computer has an integrated audio controller that supports Sound Blaster applications and is compatible with the Microsoft Windows Sound System. Your computer has three audio connectors. Using the audio controller, you can record sound and music. If you connect external speakers to the Line out connector, you can play sound with multimedia applications.

The audio connectors in your computer are 3.5 mm (1/8-in.) mini-jacks. A description of the connectors follows. See “I/O connector locations” on page 71 for the locations of these connectors on both the tower and desktop models.

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Line out

This connector is used to send audio signals from the computer to external devices, such as powered speakers with built-in amplifiers, headphones, multimedia keyboards, or the audio Line in jack on a stereo system.

Line in

This connector is used to accept audio signals from external devices, such as line output from a stereo, television, or a musical instrument, into the computer sound system.

Mic

This connector is used to connect a microphone to your computer when you want to record voice or other sounds on the hard disk. This connector and a microphone can also be used by speech recognition software.

Note: If you experience interference or speaker feedback while recording, try

MIDI

The musical instrument digital interface (MIDI) connector allows your computer to interact with musical instruments and other musical equipment.

reducing the microphone recording volume (gain).

Managing your computer

Your computer comes with features that a network administrator or file server can use to remotely manage and control your computer.

IBM Universal Manageability Services (UM Services) streamline and automate personal computer (PC) systems management and support tasks, such as asset deployment and tracking. These utilities are available for IBM PCs at no additional charge, helping to reduce total cost of ownership of your networked computers so that you can focus vital company resources on essential business activities.

Go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/software/sysmgmt/ on the World Wide Web and select Products/downloads for more information about available system management programs.

Wake on LAN

A network administrator can use Wake on LAN to turn on your computer from a remote location. When Wake on LAN is used with network management software, many functions, such as data transfers, software updates, and POST or BIOS updates to your computer, can be initiated remotely.

Note: If the computer power cord is plugged into a surge protector or power strip,

make sure that when you turn off power, you turn off the computer power button and not the surge protector or power strip switch. Otherwise, the Wake on LAN feature will not work.

Remote Program Load or Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol

A network administrator can use Remote Program Load (RPL) or Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) to control your computer. If you use RPL with software, such as IBM LANClient Control Manager, you can use a feature called

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Hybrid RPL, which installs hybrid images (or files) on the hard disk. If your computer is a Hybrid RPL client, each time the computer starts from the network, LANClient Control Manager downloads a small bootstrap program to your computer hard disk drive and avoids the network traffic associated with a standard RPL.

DHCP is a protocol that lets network administrators centrally manage and automate the assignment of Internet Protocol (IP) addresses on a network.

Remote Administration

A network administrator can use the Remote Administration feature to remotely update the POST and BIOS code in your computer.

Network-management software, such as LANClient Control Manager (LCCM), is required to take advantage of this feature.

LANClient Control Manager

LANClient Control Manager is a graphical, server-based program that aids in system deployment by allowing mass unattended installations of operating systems, complete software images, device drivers, and BIOS code updates to remote systems. Used with Wake on LAN, LCCM can remotely turn on your computer, which means that installation can be done while the computer is not being used.

For more information or to download this software, visit http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/desktop/lccm on the World Wide Web.

System Migration Assistant

System Migration Assistant (SMA) helps administrators remotely transfer configurations, profile settings, printer drivers, and files from an IBM or non-IBM PC to supported IBM systems.

For more information or to download this software, visit http://www.pc.ibm.com/us/software/sysmgmt/products/sma on the World Wide Web.

Desktop Management Interface

DMI is a method for gathering information about the hardware and software in your computer. In a network environment, network administrators can use DMI to remotely monitor and control your computer.

Using security features

To deter unauthorized use of your computer, you can use anti-intrusion features and other security features that are provided with your computer.

Anti-intrusion features

IBM anti-intrusion features help protect against the theft of computer components, such as the microprocessor, system memory modules, or hard disk drives.

A cover lock is built into your computer to prevent the cover from being removed. Two identical keys for the cover lock are also supplied. A tag attached to the keys has the key serial number and the address of the key manufacturer.

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Important:

Record the ″key code″ number along with the manufacturer address and phone number in the space provided in “Appendix C. Computer records” on page 115. Because locksmiths are not authorized to duplicate the cover lock keys, you must order replacement keys from the key manufacturer. When ordering replacement keys, you will need the key code number.

You can also set a chassis-intrusion detector inside your computer to alert the system administrator each time the computer cover is removed. For more information about setting the chassis-intrusion alert, see “Chapter 4. Configuring your computer” on page 27.

Component protection

Your computer has components with serial numbers that can be registered with a third-party security company. (You can also register the entire system.) By registering computer components, you can improve the chances of identifying the components if they are ever stolen and recovered. For more information about component registration, see the IBM support page at http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/desktop/assetid/ on the World Wide Web.

Data protection

You can lose data from the hard disk drive for a variety of reasons. Security violations, viruses, or hard disk drive failures can all contribute to data loss. To help protect against the loss of valuable information, IBM has incorporated a data-saving feature in your computer.

Virus protection

Your computer has built-in virus protection that can be enabled through the Configuration/Setup Utility program. This built-in protection only checks for viruses in the boot record. Also, Norton AntiVirus for IBM is available on the IBM Software Selections CD. For more information on how to use the Software Selections CD, see “Appendix A. Using the Software Selections CD” on page 109.

Shutting down your operating system

When you are ready to shut down your operating system, follow these instructions to prevent the loss of unsaved data or damage to your software programs. For more information about shutting down your operating system, refer the operating system documentation that comes with your computer.

Complete the following steps to shut down your operating system.

1. Save any files you are working on.

2. Close all open applications.

3. Click the Windows Start button.

4. Click Shut Down.

5. Click Shut Down; then, click OK to confirm the request.

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Turning off your computer

You can turn off your computer as follows:

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v You can press the power control button on the front of the computer. This starts

an orderly shutdown of the operating system, if this feature is supported by your operating system, and places the computer in standby mode.

Note: After turning off the computer, wait at least five seconds before you press

the power control button to turn on the computer again.

v You can press and hold the power control button for more than four seconds to

cause an immediate shutdown of the computer and place the computer in standby mode. You can use this feature if the operating system stops functioning.

v If you cannot use the power control button to turn off your computer,

disconnect the computer power cords from the electrical outlets.

Note: After disconnecting the power cords, wait approximately 15 seconds for

your computer to stop running.

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Chapter 4. Configuring your computer

The following configuration programs are provided with your computer:

v Configuration/Setup Utility program

This program is part of the BIOS code that comes with your computer. You can use this program to configure serial- and parallel-connector assignments, change the drive startup sequence, set the date and time, set passwords, and set the chassis-intrusion alert. See “Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program” on page 27 for more information.

v SCSISelect Utility program (some models)

With the built-in SCSISelect Utility program, you can configure the devices that are attached to the SCSI adapter. See “Using the SCSISelect Utility program (some models)” on page 30 for more information.

Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program

This section provides the instructions for starting the Configuration/Setup Utility program and descriptions of the menu choices that are available.

Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility program

Complete the following steps to start the Configuration/Setup Utility program.

1. Turn on the computer and watch the monitor screen.

2. When the message Press F1 for Configuration/Setup appears, press F1.

3. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen.

Choices available from the Configuration/Setup Utility main menu

From the Configuration/Setup Utility main menu, you can select settings that you want to change. The Configuration/Setup Utility main menu is similar to the following:

Configuration/Setup Utility

Select Option:

System Summary Product Data Devices & I/O Ports Start Options Frequency Control Date and Time System Security Advanced Setup Power Management Setup

Save & Exit Setup Load Optimized Defaults

Exit Without Saving

Move Enter: Select F1: General Help

F10: Save ESC: Exit

Notes:

1. You can press F1 to display help information for a selected menu item.

2. The choices on some menus might differ slightly from the ones that are

described in this book, depending on the version of BIOS code in your computer.

If both a power-on and administrator password are set, you can type either password at the password prompt that appears as you start your computer. However, if you want to change the settings in the Configuration/Setup, you must type the administrator password to access the full configuration menus. If you type the power-on password, you can only view limited information in the Configuration/Setup program. For more information about setting passwords, see “Using passwords” on page 29.

Descriptions of the choices available from the main menu are as follows:

v System Summary

Select this choice to display configuration information. This includes the type and speed of the microprocessor and the amount of memory that is installed.

Changes that you make to configuration settings appear on this summary screen. You cannot edit the fields.

This choice appears on both the full and limited Configuration/Setup Utility menus.

v Product Data

Select this choice to view system information, such as the machine type and model, the computer serial number, and the revision level or issue date of the BIOS code that is stored in the flash EEPROM.

v Devices & I/O Ports

Select this choice to view or change the assignments for devices and input/output ports. This choice appears only on the full Configuration/Setup Utility main menu.

v Start Options

Select this choice to view or change the start options. Start options take effect when you start your computer.

You can select keyboard operating characteristics, such as the keyboard speed. You also can specify whether the computer starts with the keyboard number lock on or off.

The computer uses a startup sequence to determine the device from which the operating system starts. For example, you can define a startup sequence that checks for a startable diskette in the diskette drive; then, checks the hard disk drive, and then checks a network adapter.

You can enable a virus-warning test that checks for changes in the master boot record at startup. You also can choose to run POST in the quick mode, and read the microprocessor serial number.

v Frequency Control

Select this choice to enable or disable the auto-detect DIMM/PCI clock.

v Date and Time

Select this choice to set the system date and time. The system time is in a 24-hour format: hour:minute:second.

v System Security

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Select this choice to set a power-on or an administrator password. See “Using passwords” for more information. You also can enable the chassis-intrusion detector to alert you each time the computer cover is removed.

v Advanced Setup

Select this choice to change values for advanced hardware features, such as Cache Control and PCI configuration .

A message appears above the choices on this menu to alert you that the system might malfunction if these options are configured incorrectly. Follow the instructions on the screen carefully.

– Cache Control

Select this choice to enable or disable the microprocessor cache. Attention: Do not make changes to the Cache Control unless directed to do

so by an IBM authorized service representative.

– ROM Shadowing

Select this choice to enable or disable the state of ROM shadowing.

– Chipset Feature

Select this choice to modify settings that control features of the core chip set on the system board.

Attention: Do not make changes to the Chipset Feature unless directed to do so by IBM.

– Memory Settings

Select this choice to manually enable or disable a bank of memory. If a memory error is detected during POST or memory configuration, the

computer can automatically disable the failing memory bank and continue operating with reduced memory capacity. If this occurs, you must manually enable the memory bank after the problem is corrected. Select Memory Settings from the Advanced Setup menu, use the arrow keys to highlight the bank that you want to enable; then, use the arrow keys to select Enable.

v Power Management Setup

Select this choice to enable or disable system power settings.

v Save and Exit Setup

Select this choice to save your customized settings.

v Load Optimized Defaults

Select this choice to discard your changes and restore the factory settings.

v Exit Without Saving

Select this choice if you want to exit without saving changes, or if no changes have been made.

Using passwords

You can use any combination of up to seven characters (A–Z, a–z, and 0–9) for the power-on password or the administrator password. When you have set one or both of the passwords, record them and keep them in a secure place.

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If you forget the power-on password, you can regain access to the computer through either of the following methods:

v Start the Configuration/Setup Utility program and change the power-on

password.

v Change the jumper position on the complimentary metal oxide semiconductor

(CMOS) jumper as described in “Clearing CMOS” on page 103.

Using the SCSISelect Utility program (some models)

SCSISelect is a built-in, menu-driven configuration utility program that you can use to:

v View the default SCSI IDs v Locate and correct configuration conflicts

The following sections provide the instructions for starting the SCSISelect Utility program and descriptions of the menu choices that are available.

Starting the SCSISelect Utility program

Complete the following steps to start the SCSISelect Utility program:

1. Turn on the computer.

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2. When the <<< Press <CTRL><A> for SCSISelect appears, press Ctrl+A.

3. When the Would you like to configure the host adapter or run the SCSI disk utility? question appears, make your selection and press Enter.

4. Use the arrow keys to select a choice from the menu.

v Press Esc to exit the SCSISelect Utility program. v Press the F5 key to switch between color and monochrome modes (if your

monitor permits).

5. Follow the instructions on the screen to change the settings of the selected items; then, press Enter.

Utility! >>> prompt

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Choices available from the SCSISelect menu

The following choices appear on the SCSISelect Utility menu:

v Configure/View Host Adapter Settings

Select this choice to view or change the SCSI controller settings. To reset the SCSI controller to its default values, press F6; then, follow the on-screen instructions.

You can view or change the following controller settings:

– Host Adapter SCSI ID

Select this choice to view the SCSI controller identification (ID), which is usually 7.

– SCSI Parity Checking

Select this choice to view the assigned value of Enabled.

– Host Adapter SCSI Termination

Select this choice to view the assigned value of Automatic.

– Boot Device Options

Select this choice to configure startable-device parameters. Before you can make updates, you must know the ID of the device whose parameters you want to configure.

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Select this choice to configure SCSI-device parameters. Before you can make updates, you must know the ID of the device whose parameters you want to configure.

Note: The Maximum Sync Transfer Rate represents the transfer rate for Ultra

SCSI devices.

- The transfer rate for Ultra160 low voltage differential (LVD) devices is 160.0 Mbps.

- The transfer rate for Ultra2 SCSI LVD devices is 80.0 Mbps.

- The transfer rate for Fast SCSI devices is 20.0 Mbps.

- Advanced Configuration Options Select this choice to view or change the settings for advanced

configuration options. These options include enabling support for large hard disk drives and support for drives with Ultra SCSI speeds.

v SCSI Disk Utilities

Select this choice to view the SCSI IDs that are assigned to each device or to format a SCSI device.

To use the utility program, select a drive from the list. Read the on-screen instructions carefully before making a selection.

Note: If you press Ctrl+A before the selected drives are ready, an Unexpected

SCSI Command Failure screen might appear. Restart the computer and watch the SCSISelect messages as each drive starts. After the drive that you want to view or format starts, press Ctrl+A.

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Chapter 5. Installing options

This chapter provides instructions to help you add options to your computer. Some option-removal instructions are provided, in case you need to remove one option to install another. For a list of supported options for your computer, go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/support on the World Wide Web.

Major components of the tower model

The following illustration shows the locations of major components in the tower model.

Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.

Intrusion switch

Memory modules

Microprocessor

Adapter retaining bracket

Cover

Adapter support bracket

Support bracket assembly

EMC shield

Drive cage

Filler panel

Front door

Major components of the desktop model

The following illustration shows the locations of major components in the desktop model.

Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.

Adapter retaining bracket

Microprocessor

Cover

Drive cage

Memory modules

EMC shield

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System and PCI extender boards

The illustrations in the following sections show the components on the system and PCI extender boards.

Note: The PCI extender board is only available in the tower model.

System and PCI extender board option connectors

The following illustration identifies the system and PCI extender board connectors for options you can install.

Microprocessor (U11)

AGP (U15)

PCI 1

PCI 2

PCI 3

Microprocessor fan sink (CPUFA1)

DIMM 1

DIMM 2

DIMM 3

Batter y

PCI 4

PCI 5

SCSI LED (J3)

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System board internal cable connectors

The following illustration identifies system board connectors for internal cables.

System fan 2 (SYSFA2)

Microprocessor fan sink (CPUFA1)

System board external connectors

The following illustration identifies system board connectors for external devices.

Main power (JWR1)

Front panel connector (J1)

Secondary IDE (IDE2)

Primary IDE (IDE1)

Diskette drive (FDD1) Support bracket assembly fan (SYSFA3)

SCSI LED (J3)

Mouse

Keyboard

Serial A

Parallel

Serial B

Ethernet

USB 2

USB 3

MIDI

Line out

Line in

Mic

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System board jumpers

The following illustration identifies the jumpers on the system board.

1 2 3

CMOS jumper (JBAT1)

3 2 1

Boot block jumper (JROM1)

Boot block jumper

For normal operations of the system, a jumper is installed on pins 2 and 3 of the boot block jumper. See “Recovering BIOS” on page 99 for information about the boot block jumper.

CMOS jumper

For normal operation of the system, a jumper is installed on pins 1 and 2 of the CMOS jumper. See “Clearing CMOS” on page 103 for information about the CMOS jumper.

Before you begin

Before you begin to install options in your computer, read the following information.

v Become familiar with the safety and handling guidelines specified under

v Make sure that you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical

v When you need to access the inside of the computer to install options, you

“Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 38, and read the safety statements in “Safety information” on page 39. These guidelines will help you work safely

with your computer or options.

outlets for your computer, monitor, and any other options that you intend to install.

might find it easier to lay the computer on its side. If you do so, rotate the two front feet in towards the computer, so they do not break off due to the weight of the computer.

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Before you place the computer in an upright position, rotate the two front feet a quarter turn away from the computer, see “Installing options in a tower model” on page 44 for details.

v Back up all important data before you make changes to hard disk drives. v Have a small, flat-blade screwdriver available. v For a list of supported options for your computer, refer to

http://www.ibm.com/pc/support on the World Wide Web.

System reliability considerations

To help ensure proper cooling and system reliability, make sure that: v Each of the drive bays has a drive or a filler panel and electromagnetic

compatibility (EMC) shield installed.

v There is space around the computer to allow the computer cooling system to

work properly. Leave about 127 mm (5 in.) of space around the front and rear of the computer.

v Cables for optional adapters are routed according to the instructions that are

provided with the adapters.

v A failed fan is replaced within 1 hour.

Handling static-sensitive devices

Attention: Static electricity can damage electronic devices and your system. To avoid damage, keep static-sensitive devices in their static-protective bag until you are ready to install them.

To reduce the possibility of electrostatic discharge, observe the following precautions.

v Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around

you.

v Handle the device carefully, holding it by its edges or its frame. v Do not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed printed circuitry. v Do not leave the device where others can handle and possibly damage the

device.

v While the device is still in its anti-static package, touch it to an unpainted metal

part of the system unit for at least two seconds. (This drains static electricity from the package and from your body.)

v Remove the device from its package and install it directly into your system unit

without setting it down. If it is necessary to set the device down, place it on its static-protective package. (If your device is an adapter, place it component side up.) Do not place the device on your system unit cover or on a metal table.

v Take additional care when handling devices during cold weather as heating

reduces indoor humidity and increases static electricity.

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Safety information

Przed zainstalowaniem tego produktu należy przeczytać broszurę Informacje Dotyczące Bezpieczeństwa.

Pred inštaláciou tohto produktu si pre ítajte Informa nú brožúrku o bezpe nosti.

Before installing this product, read the Safety Information book.