Chapter 5. Installing options Type 6836, 6846
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System reliability considerations
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I/O connector/port locations - Type 6846 and 6836
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System and PCI extender boards - Type 6836 and
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System and PCI extender board options
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System board internal cable connectors .
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System board external connectors .
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System board switches and jumpers .
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Power and signal cables for internal drives .
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Type 6836 - Major components .
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Removing the computer cover .
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Working with adapters
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Adapter considerations
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Installing an adapter .
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Installing a SCSI adapter (some models) .
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Installing internal drives .
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Internal drive bays .
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Internal drive bays .
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Preinstallation steps (all bays) .
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Installing a drive in 2 or 3
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Installing memory modules .
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Installing a security U-bolt .
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Installing the cover .
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Connecting external options .
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Installation procedure .
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Type 6846 - Major components .
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Moving the stabilizing feet .
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Moving the stabilizing feet .
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Removing the side cover .
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Removing the support bracket assembly .
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Adapter considerations
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Installing a SCSI adapter (some models) .
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Installing internal drives .
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Internal drive bays .
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Preinstallation steps (all bays) .
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Installing a drive in bay 2 or 4 .
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Installing a hard disk drive in bay 5, 6, or 7
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Installing the cover .
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Connecting external options .
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Installation procedure .
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Input/Output ports Types 6836 and 6846
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Mouse connector
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Keyboard connector
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Parallel connector .
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Viewing or changing the connector
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Parallel connector .
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Serial connector .
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Viewing or changing the serial-connector
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Serial connectors.
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Ethernet connector .
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Configuring the Ethernet controller
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Ethernet connector .
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Universal Serial Bus connectors.
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USB cables and hubs .
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USB connectors .
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Audio connectors .
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Line out
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Mic .
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MIDI connector .
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Video connector .
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Ultra 3/160 SCSI connector (some models) .
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SCSI cabling requirements
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Setting SCSI IDs .
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Before you begin
Before you begin to install options in your computer, read the following
information:
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Become familiar with the safety and handling guidelines specified under
“Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices” on page 116, and read the
safety statements in “Safety information” on page 113. These guidelines will help
you work safely with your computer or options.
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Make sure that you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical
outlets for your computer, monitor, and any other options that you intend to
install.
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Back up all important data before you make changes to hard disk drives.
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Have a small, flat-blade screwdriver available.
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For a list of supported options for your computer, refer to
http://www.ibm.com/pc/support on the World Wide Web.
© Copyright IBM Corp. 2000
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