IBM IntelliStation M Pro, Installation Manual

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Chapter 1. Introduction
This Installation Guide contains instructions for setting up your IBM
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IntelliStation
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M Pro Type 6220 or 6230 computer and basic instructions for installing some
options. More detailed instructions for installing options are in the
User’s Guide on
the IBM IntelliStation Documentation CD, which comes with your computer. This
publication contains information about:
v Setting up and cabling your computer
v
Starting and configuring your computer
v Setting up your operating system
Packaged with this Installation Guide is the Device Drivers CD, which contains
device drivers and hardware-specific support software.
The IBM IntelliStation Documentation CD is also included. This CD provides
detailed information about your computer (see “The IntelliStation Documentation
CD” on page 2 for more detailed information).
You can obtain up-to-date information about your IntelliStation M Pro model and
other IBM products at http://www.ibm.com/intellistation/.
The computer model and serial numbers for Type 6220 are on labels on the bottom
of the computer and on the lower-left side of the bezel. The computer model and
serial numbers for Type 6230 are on labels on the bottom of the computer and on
the lower-right side of the bezel. You will need these numbers to register your
computer with IBM.
Note: Your computer keys cannot be duplicated by locksmiths. If you lose them,
order replacement keys from the key manufacturer. The key serial number
and the telephone number of the manufacturer are on a tag attached to the
keys.
If you plan to install your M Pro Type 6230 computer in a rack, you must purchase
a
Tower-to-Rack Conversion Kit . For a list of supported options for your computer,
go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/; then, select your country and navigate to the list of
options for your computer.
Your computer comes with Microsoft
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Windows
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XP Professional, Windows 2000
Professional Workstation, or Red Hat Enterprise Linux Workstation preinstalled
(depending on your model).
To install another operating system, follow the instructions in the documentation that
comes with the operating system and any updates. Then, follow the instructions in
the readme file on the
Device Drivers CD to install the support software.
Note: If you install another operating system, you might need additional software or
device drivers. Some preinstalled device drivers are available on the
Device
Drivers CD. If you experience problems with the device drivers installed from
this CD, you can obtain the latest device drivers at
http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/.
Before installing any operating system, be sure you obtain the latest updates.
Contact the operating system manufacturer or, if applicable, check the
manufacturer’s Web site to obtain the updates.
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