IBM EXP15, Hardware Maintenance Manual

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Adapter and Software Compatibility
Hardware adapters for some operating systems must be
approved by the software vendor to be compatible with
that software. The approval is specific to the system,
adapter E.C. level, and the software version. Contact the
software vendor to confirm that system and adapter
configuration is supported by their software level. The
compatibility support is especially important for, (but not
limited to), all LAN adapters and RIPL applications.
Software Failures After a Hardware Change
After the initial installation, any changes in the hardware
configuration (addition or changes of adapters or features),
might result in computer failures and require the
reinstallation of the operating system or the software
revisions.
Specific hardware configuration changes (such as memory
address, interrupt level, or programmable option select),
might result in a computer failure if the software has
unique operating requirements.
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