IBM 300GL Type 6275, User Manual

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Turn on power
Turn on the monitor and other external devices first, and then turn on the
computer. You see a logo screen while the computer performs a short self-test.
Upon successful completion the logo screen disappears, the BIOS is loaded, and the
software is loaded (in models with preinstalled software).
Note: If you suspect a problem see Chapter 7, “Solving problems” on page 103.
Finish the Installation
Your computer has identification numbers (serial and type/model) that you might
need if you ever have your computer serviced. To locate these numbers, and record
this information, see Appendix A, “Computer records” on page 151.
See “Related publications” on page xv for sources of other information about your
computer.
For information about IBM-installed software, see About Your Software in your
applications package. Additional programs and device drivers are on the IBM
Ready-to-Configure Utility Program CD or the IBM Software Selections CD and in some
cases on other CDs and diskettes. If you are installing your own operating system,
make sure you install the device drivers after you install your operating system.
Installation instructions are provided with the media or README files on the
diskettes or CDs.
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Using Your Personal Computer