IBM 6889 - IntelliStation M - Pro, User Manual

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Microphone: This port is used to connect a microphone to your computer when
you want to record voice or other sounds on the hard disk. This port can also
be used by speech recognition software.
Note: If you experience interference or speaker feedback while recording, try
reducing the microphone recording volume (gain).
Procedures for recording and playing back sound vary by operating system. Refer
to your operating system documentation for information and instructions.
Updating System Programs
System programs are the basic layer of software built into your computer. They
include the power-on self-test (POST), the basic input/output system (BIOS) code,
and the Configuration/Setup Utility program. POST is a set of tests and procedures
that is performed every time you turn on your computer. BIOS is a layer of
software that translates instructions from other layers of software into electrical
signals that the computer hardware can understand. The Configuration/Setup
Utility program enables you to view and change the configuration and setup of
your computer.
In the past, the system programs were contained in a read-only memory (ROM)
module on the system board. If you wanted to update POST routines, BIOS
instructions, and the Configuration/Setup Utility program, you had to disassemble
the computer and replace modules, or you had to replace the system board. Now, a
module called electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM, also
referred to as flash memory) has replaced the ROM module on the system board.
You can easily update POST information, the BIOS code, and the
Configuration/Setup Utility program by using a flash update diskette or by using
the Remote Administration feature, if enabled.
As part of the continuing work to improve quality, IBM might make changes and
enhancements to the system programs. When updates are released, they are
available as downloadable files on the World Wide Web
(http://www.pc.ibm.com/us) or through the PC Company Bulletin Board Service
(see “Using Electronic Support Services” on page 131). Instructions for using the
system programs updates are available in a README file included in the download
files.
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