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Chapter 5. Solving problems
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Calling for service
If you have tried to correct the problem yourself and still need help, during the
warranty period, you can get help and information by telephone through the IBM PC
HelpCenter®. The following services are available during the warranty period:
• Problem determination - Trained personnel are available to assist you with
determining if you have a hardware problem and deciding what action is
necessary to fix the problem.
• IBM hardware repair - If the problem is determined to be caused by IBM
hardware under warranty, trained service personnel are available to provide the
applicable level of service.
• Engineering Change management - Occasionally, there might be changes that
are required after a product has been sold. IBM or your reseller, if authorized by
IBM, will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) available that apply to your
hardware.
The following items are not covered:
• Replacement or use of non-IBM parts or nonwarranted IBM parts. All warranted
parts contain a 7-character identification in the format IBM FRU XXXXXXX.
• Identification of software problem sources.
• Configuration of BIOS as part of an installation or upgrade.
• Changes, modifications, or upgrades to device drivers.
• Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS).
• Installation and maintenance of application programs.
Refer to your IBM hardware warranty for a full explanation of IBM warranty terms. Be
sure to retain your proof of purchase to obtain warranty service.
In the U.S. and Canada, these services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
In the U.K., these services are available Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to
6:00 p.m.
Note: Response time will vary depending on the number and complexity of incoming
calls.
If possible, be at your computer when you call. Please have the following information
ready:
• Machine type and model
• Serial numbers of your IBM hardware products
• Description of the problem
• Exact wording of any error messages
• Hardware and software configuration information
Phone numbers are subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date phone
numbers, go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/ and click Support Phone List.
Country Telephone number
Austria Österreich 01-24 592 5901
Belgium - Dutch Belgie 02-210 9820
Belgium - French Belgique 02-210 9800
Canada Toronto only 416-383-3344
Canada Canada - all other 1-800-565-3344
Denmark Danmark 45 20 82 00
Finland Suomi 09-22 931 840