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Installing Options in Your Personal Computer

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Page 4: ...ly made to the information herein these changes will be incorporated in new editions of the publication IBM may make improvements and or changes in the product s and or the program s described in this publication at any time This publication was developed for products and services offered in the United States of America IBM may not offer the products services or features discussed in this document...

Page 5: ...ernal View 8 Input Output Connectors 9 Chapter 3 Working with Options on the System Board 10 Accessing the System Board 10 Identifying Parts on the System Board 11 Working with System Memory 11 Memory Configuration 12 Installing a Memory Module 13 Removing a Memory Module 15 Installing a Video Memory Module 16 Replacing a Microprocessor 18 Chapter 4 Working with Adapters 22 Riser Card 22 Adapter C...

Page 6: ...olt 60 Erasing Lost or Forgotten Passwords 62 Chapter 7 Completing the Installation 66 Using the Stabilizing Feet 66 Replacing the Cover and Connecting the Cables 66 Updating the Computer Configuration 68 Starting the Configuration Setup Utility Program 69 Changing Settings and Exiting 70 Configuring an ISA Legacy Adapter 71 Configuring Startup Devices 72 Appendix A Cover and Component Removal Inf...

Page 7: ...acles Remove all cables from devices Attach power cord to outlet First attach all cables to devices Electrical current from power telephone and communication cables is hazardous To avoid shock hazard connect and disconnect cables as shown below when installing moving or opening the covers of this product or attached devices The power cord must be used with a properly grounded outlet Copyright IBM ...

Page 8: ...5 and CENELEC EN 60 825 for Class 1 laser products When a CD ROM drive is installed note the following CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure Removing the covers of the CD ROM drive could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation There are no serviceable parts inside the CD ROM drive D...

Page 9: ...e Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations ATTENTION Danger d explosion en cas de remplacement incorrect de la batterie Remplacer uniquement par une batterie IBM de type 33F8354 ou d un type équivalent recommandé par le fabricant La batterie contient du lithium et peut exploser en cas de mauvaise utilisation de mauvaise manipulation ou de mise au rebut inappropriée Ne ...

Page 10: ...ing removing and replacing most options Also this book contains information to help you decide which options to add to your computer This publication provides information for the PC 300PL and the PC 300GL Some illustrations in this publication might be different from your hardware viii Copyright IBM Corp 1999 ...

Page 11: ...oving internal drives Chapter 6 Working with Security Options describes features such as the security U bolt and erasing lost or forgotten passwords Chapter 7 Completing the Installation provides instructions for reassembling your computer after you have finished installing options Information about using the Configuration Setup Utility program is also provided Appendix A Cover and Component Remov...

Page 12: ...blication provided only with computers that have IBM preinstalled software contains information about the preinstalled software package The following publications contain more information about your computer Hardware Maintenance Manual This publication contains information for trained service technicians To obtain a copy refer to the section on ordering publications in the Getting Help Service and...

Page 13: ...edures and component handling guidelines in this chapter These precautions and guidelines will help you work safely See Using Your Personal Computer for general information on the use operation and maintenance of your computer Using Your Personal Computer also contains information to help you solve problems and get repair service or other technical assistance Available Options and Features The fol...

Page 14: ...e latest information about available options Within the United States call 1 800 IBM 2YOU 1 800 426 2968 your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative Within Canada call 1 800 565 3344 or 1 800 465 7999 Outside the United States and Canada contact IBM your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative IBM maintains pages on the World Wide Web where you can get information about IBM products and...

Page 15: ...cribed in your operating system documentation 2 Turn off the computer and any attached devices such as printers monitors and external drives Note Personal computer users in the United Kingdom who have a modem or fax machine attached to their computer must disconnect the telephone line from the computer before unplugging any power cords also known as power cables When the computer is reassembled us...

Page 16: ...Always handle components carefully Handle adapters and memory modules by the edges Never touch any exposed circuitry Prevent others from touching components When you are installing a new option touch the static protective package containing the option to a metal expansion slot cover or other unpainted metal surface on the computer for at least two seconds This reduces static electricity in the pac...

Page 17: ...tabilizer feet on the bottom of the cover are positioned correctly See Using the Stabilizing Feet on page 66 for more information 1 Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets If you have a modem or fax machine attached to your computer disconnect the telephone line from the wall outlet and the computer 2 Disconnect all cables attached to the computer this includes power cords input output I O ...

Page 18: ...ock Attention If your computer is a PC 300PL model and you have set an administrator password read the important information in Appendix A Cover and Component Removal Information on page 73 about the chassis intrusion feature of the computer before removing the computer cover in steps 4 and 5 4 Locate the cover release tab 5 Pull out on the cover release tab at the rear of the side cover and slide...

Page 19: ...rectly For more information see Using the Stabilizing Feet on page 66 Locating Components Use the following information to help locate components Use it as a reference when you need to install options or connect input output devices Internal View The following illustration shows the internal view of your computer as seen from the front For information on removing the cover see Disconnecting Cables...

Page 20: ...ternal view of your computer as seen from the front Note The following illustration is for reference only 1 Power on button 2 Power on light 3 Hard disk drive light 4 Client LAN light1 5 Bay 1 6 CD ROM eject button 7 CD ROM emergency eject 8 Bay 2 9 Bay 3 1ð Bay 4 3 5 diskette drive S o c k e t 7 S o c k e t 7 1 The client LAN light is used with integrated Ethernet systems only 8 Installing Option...

Page 21: ...luding a monitor keyboard mouse and printer For more information on the ports and their specific technologies see Understanding Your Personal Computer At the rear of your computer is a panel that provides access to the I O connectors Adapters installed in expansion slots might also provide I O connectors 2 2 1 1 Monitor USB 2 Parallel Line In Microphone PL Models Only Ethernet Line Out Keyboard Mo...

Page 22: ...is installed ConfigSafe allows you to restore the configuration to the previous settings ConfigSafe is a part of the preinstalled software in your computer For more information see About Your Software that comes with your computer Be careful when working near the microprocessor Under normal use the microprocessor can become very hot Accessing the System Board To access the system board you must re...

Page 23: ...all models 7 Clear CMOS Request jumper 8 AGP connector some models only 9 Video memory connector some models only Note An illustration of the system board and additional information are provided on a label found inside the computer Working with System Memory You can add memory to your computer to increase system performance Your computer has either two or three connectors DIMM 0 DIMM 1 and DIMM 2 ...

Page 24: ...dels with Intel Pentium II processors Use only 3 3 V dc unbuffered 66 MHz DIMMs on models with Intel Celeron processors Each memory connector supports a maximum of 128 MB of memory Install only ECC DIMMs to enable ECC If you mix ECC DIMMs and non parity DIMMs your memory will function as non parity DIMMs Memory Configuration When you are adding or removing memory you can use any combination of DIM...

Page 25: ...power cord from the wall before opening the computer cover Remove the computer cover see Disconnecting Cables and Removing the Cover on page 5 and lay the computer on its side Note For information on memory configuration see the table on page 12 Total Memory MB DIMM 0 DIMM 1 DIMM 2 162 16 0 0 322 16 16 0 322 32 0 0 48 16 16 16 482 32 16 0 64 32 16 16 642 32 32 0 642 64 0 0 962 32 32 32 96 64 32 0 ...

Page 26: ...until they click open 3 Touch the static protective package containing the memory module to any unpainted metal surface in the computer and then remove the module 4 Position the module above the connector so that the two notches on the bottom edge of the module align properly with the connector Notches 5 Firmly push the module straight down into the connector until the retaining clips pop up and s...

Page 27: ... cables attached to the computer Attention The presence of 5 V standby power might result in damage to your hardware unless you disconnect the power cord from the wall before opening the computer cover Remove the computer cover see Disconnecting Cables and Removing the Cover on page 5 and lay the computer on its side 1 To locate the memory connectors inside your computer see Identifying Parts on t...

Page 28: ...SODIMM Because not all PC 300PL and PC 300GL models have a connector for installing a video memory module upgrade the following instructions are for some computers only If your computer comes with 4 MB of video memory installing a video memory module on the system board is not an option To view the amount of video memory of your computer see the System Summary menu in the Configuration Setup Utili...

Page 29: ...emoving the Cover on page 5 and lay the computer on its side To locate the video memory connector inside your computer see Identifying Parts on the System Board on page 11 1 Touch the static protective package containing the video memory module to any unpainted metal surface in the computer and then remove the module 2 Seat the video memory module at an angle in the connector 3 Move the video memo...

Page 30: ...been on let the microprocessor and heat sink cool for 10 minutes before continuing with the procedure Before you begin Read Electrical Safety on page 3 and Handling Static Sensitive Devices on page 4 Read the instructions that come with the optional device Turn off the computer and all other connected devices Disconnect all cables attached to the computer Attention The presence of 5 V standby powe...

Page 31: ... Store the old microprocessor in a static protective package 5 Touch the static protective package containing the new microprocessor to any unpainted metal surface in the computer and then remove the new microprocessor 6 Press in on the retainer tabs until they click into place Chapter 3 Working with Options on the System Board 19 ...

Page 32: ...tor 8 Pull outward on the retainer tabs Note If you replaced the microprocessor with one that has a different speed you must update the microprocessor speed To do this you must access the switches on the system board and set them accordingly For information on locating the switches see Identifying Parts on the 20 Installing Options in Your Personal Computer ...

Page 33: ...e underside of the computer cover or contact your place of purchase or IBM reseller What to do next To work with another option go to the appropriate section To complete the installation go to Chapter 7 Completing the Installation on page 66 Chapter 3 Working with Options on the System Board 21 ...

Page 34: ... of your computer configuration before installing an optional device This allows you to view and compare the changes in the computer configuration after you install an adapter Also if you have problems configuring the adapter after it is installed ConfigSafe allows you to restore the configuration to the previous settings ConfigSafe is a part of the preinstalled software in your computer For more ...

Page 35: ...h a 4 position cable connector to the 2 pin Modem Wakeup connector ensure that the unused positions are next to the bottom of the riser card If this cable is incorrectly attached the computer might automatically restart each time you turn power off The diskette and IDE drive connectors are on the back side of the riser card When installing optional drives refer to the following illustration for th...

Page 36: ...ust be set on the adapter A Plug and Play adapter comes with configuration specifications set in memory to provide installation information to the computer during startup When you install or remove Plug and Play adapters this information is interpreted by the basic input output system BIOS which supports Plug and Play technology If the required resources are available the BIOS software automatical...

Page 37: ... installing Resources not being used by ISA legacy adapters are listed as Available You must set the resources used by the newly installed ISA legacy adapter to ISA Resource this reserves the resources for the legacy adapter and prevents the BIOS from using these resources for the system or other Plug and Play adapters Just as you change system resources when you install an ISA legacy adapter you ...

Page 38: ...ou disconnect the power cord from the wall before opening the computer Remove the computer cover and lay the computer on its side see Disconnecting Cables and Removing the Cover on page 5 To install some adapters you might need to remove the bottom cover the system board and the fan For more information see Opening the Bottom Cover on page 32 Moving the System Board on page 34 and Moving the Fan o...

Page 39: ...the bracket and the screw 4 If you installed a network adapter that uses Wake on LAN or Alert on LAN attach the cable from the riser card to the adapter See page 22 to locate the Wake on LAN or Alert on LAN connectors If you installed a modem and want to use Modem Wakeup see page 22 to locate the Modem Wakeup connector on the riser card Chapter 4 Working with Adapters 27 ...

Page 40: ...3 and Handling Static Sensitive Devices on page 4 Turn off the computer and all other connected devices Disconnect all cables attached to the computer see Disconnecting Cables and Removing the Cover on page 5 Attention The presence of 5 V standby power might result in damage to your hardware unless you disconnect the power cord from the wall before opening the computer Remove the computer cover an...

Page 41: ... the adapter remove it and insert it into a static protective package If you are not installing another adapter in this slot install an expansion slot cover Expansion Slot Cover Adapter Card Riser Card 3 Install the bracket and the screw Chapter 4 Working with Adapters 29 ...

Page 42: ...f the adapter you removed If you removed the bottom cover the fan or the system board replace them See Moving the Fan on page 36 Moving the System Board on page 34 and Opening the Bottom Cover on page 32 To work with another option go to the appropriate section To complete the installation go to Chapter 7 Completing the Installation on page 66 Installing an AGP Adapter Not all PC 300PL and PC 300G...

Page 43: ...re opening the computer cover Remove the computer cover see Disconnecting Cables and Removing the Cover on page 5 and lay the computer on its side 1 Remove the screw and then remove the cover to access the two slots on the computer wall The slots on the computer wall provide access to the connector s on the AGP adapter for attaching external devices 2 Install the AGP adapter The following illustra...

Page 44: ...Bottom Cover The following instructions are for removing and replacing the bottom cover Before you begin Read Electrical Safety on page 3 and Handling Static Sensitive Devices on page 4 Read the instructions that come with the optional device Turn off the computer and all other connected devices Disconnect all cables attached to the computer Attention The presence of 5 V standby power might result...

Page 45: ...bs on the end of the cover out of their openings and remove the cover To replace the bottom cover 1 Hold the bottom cover at an angle and align the tabs on the end with the openings in the frame 2 Fit the tabs into the openings and pivot the bottom cover until it is closed 3 Align the holes and insert the two screws Chapter 4 Working with Adapters 33 ...

Page 46: ...g Cables and Removing the Cover on page 5 and lay the computer on its side Remove the bottom cover see Opening the Bottom Cover on page 32 To remove the system board 1 On the left hand rail lift the system board latch handle upward to disengage the plastic tab on the bottom of the handle from the chassis 2 Lift the end of the right hand rail to disengage the plastic tab from the bottom of the chas...

Page 47: ...s properly aligned with the riser card edge connector Continue rotating the latch handle counter clockwise while firmly pushing on the end of the right hand rail When the system board is fully seated the tab on the right hand rail is engaged in an opening in the chassis CAUTION Do not push on the microprocessor memory modules memory sockets or other system board components to install the system bo...

Page 48: ...the computer Attention The presence of 5 V standby power might result in damage to your hardware unless you disconnect the power cord from the wall before opening the computer cover Remove the computer cover see Disconnecting Cables and Removing the Cover on page 5 and lay the computer on its side Note You might have to remove the bottom cover in order to move the fan For instructions see Opening ...

Page 49: ...wo hooks on the bottom of the fan assembly with the slots on the computer wall Next insert the tab on the fan assembly into the slot on the computer wall 4 Connect the fan cable to the connector on the riser card Chapter 4 Working with Adapters 37 ...

Page 50: ...ous settings ConfigSafe is a part of the preinstalled software in your computer For more information see About Your Software that comes with your computer Be careful when working near the microprocessor Under normal use the microprocessor can become very hot Internal Drives Internal drives are devices that your computer uses to read and store data You can add drives to your computer to increase st...

Page 51: ...drive in bay 6 A CD ROM drive in bay 1 in some models The following illustration shows the location of the drive bays in your computer 1 Bay 1 2 Bay 2 3 Bay 3 4 Bay 4 5 Bay 5 6 Bay 6 Chapter 5 Working with Internal Drives 39 ...

Page 52: ...rives Supported Max Height mm in Min Height mm in 1 5 25 inch CD ROM Tape backup drive 3 5 inch or 5 25 inch hard disk drive 41 3 1 6 25 4 1 0 2 5 25 inch CD ROM Tape backup drive 3 5 inch or 5 25 inch hard disk drive 41 3 1 6 25 4 1 0 3 Hard disk drive 25 4 1 0 25 4 1 0 4 3 5 inch diskette drive 25 4 1 0 5 Hard disk drive 25 4 1 0 25 4 1 0 6 Hard disk drive 25 4 1 0 25 4 1 0 Notes You cannot inst...

Page 53: ...mportant to remember which cables are attached to which drives When you install a drive ensure that the drive connector at the end of the signal cable is always connected to the drive also ensure that the drive connector at the other end is connected to the riser card This reduces electronic noise from the computer If more than one IDE device is used on a single cable one must be designated as the...

Page 54: ...ving drives see Removable Drive Cage Instructions The following illustration shows a computer with a removable drive cage Front Drive Cage Drive Support Bracket Non Removable Drive Cage If your computer does not have the drive support bracket as shown in the preceding illustration your computer has a non removable drive cage This drive cage is permanently fixed to the computer and drives are insta...

Page 55: ...urn off the computer and all other connected devices Disconnect all cables attached to the computer Attention The presence of 5 V standby power might result in damage to your hardware unless you disconnect the power cord from the wall before opening the computer Remove the computer cover see Disconnecting Cables and Removing the Cover on page 5 Note The following illustrations show the computer in...

Page 56: ...handle screw and the screw from the drive support bracket Next move the drive cage towards the power supply until it stops and then lift it away from the computer S o c k e t 7 S o c k e t 7 S o c k e t 7 S o c k e t 7 44 Installing Options in Your Personal Computer ...

Page 57: ...tic protective package containing the new drive to any unpainted metal surface and then remove the drive from it c Install the drive into the drive bay Insert and tighten the screws that hold the drive in place The following illustration shows a CD ROM drive being installed in bay 1 To remove a drive a Remove the screws holding the drive in place then slide the drive out of the bay Chapter 5 Worki...

Page 58: ...age a Insert the drive cage and slide it to the right until it docks against the front of the computer be sure the holes for the screws in the drive cage and support bracket are aligned b Insert and tighten the screw anchoring the drive cage at the side then insert and tighten the screw on top 46 Installing Options in Your Personal Computer ...

Page 59: ... t 7 S o c k e t 7 c Replace the top handle cover d Attach the cables to the drives If necessary refer to page 23 for an illustration showing the locations of the drive connectors on the riser card Chapter 5 Working with Internal Drives 47 ...

Page 60: ...el To remove a bay panel If you have installed a drive with removable media you must remove the bay panel Use the tip of a screwdriver to release the bay panel To replace a bay panel 48 Installing Options in Your Personal Computer ...

Page 61: ... connector on the riser card Go to the device record form in Using Your Personal Computer and record the installation or removal of the drive To work with another option go to the appropriate section To complete the installation go to Chapter 7 Completing the Installation on page 66 Non Removable Drive Cage Instructions The following instructions are for computers that have a non removable drive c...

Page 62: ... from the wall before opening the computer Remove the computer cover see Disconnecting Cables and Removing the Cover on page 5 Note The following illustrations show the computer in an upright position When installing or removing drives you might find it easier to lay the computer on its side Installing a Drive 1 Use the tip of a screwdriver to remove the bay panel for the appropriate drive bay The...

Page 63: ... the type of knockouts in bay 1 The following illustration shows the type of knockout in bays 2 and 3 3 Install the drive in the bay opening and secure the drive by inserting screws Note As shown in the following illustration only two screws are needed to secure the drive within the drive bay Chapter 5 Working with Internal Drives 51 ...

Page 64: ...s If necessary refer to page 23 for an illustration showing the locations of the drive connectors on the riser card 5 If the installed drive has non removable media replace the bay panel 52 Installing Options in Your Personal Computer ...

Page 65: ...puter and record the installation of the drive To remove a drive see Removing a Drive To work with another option go to the appropriate section To complete the installation go to Chapter 7 Completing the Installation on page 66 Removing a Drive Note The following instructions are for computers that have a non removable drive cage 1 Disconnect all cables from the drive you want to remove Chapter 5 ...

Page 66: ...the tip of a screwdriver to remove the panel for the appropriate drive bay 3 Remove the two screws holding the drive and slide it out the front of the computer 54 Installing Options in Your Personal Computer ...

Page 67: ...nstalling a Drive on page 50 To work with another option go to the appropriate section To complete the installation go to Chapter 7 Completing the Installation on page 66 Working with Drives in Bays 5 and 6 Any drives installed in bays 5 and 6 must be devices with non removable media such as hard disk drives Your computer comes with a hard disk drive in bay 6 Chapter 5 Working with Internal Drives...

Page 68: ...e presence of 5 V standby power might result in damage to your hardware unless you disconnect the power cord from the wall before opening the computer cover Remove the computer cover see Disconnecting Cables and Removing the Cover on page 5 Note The following illustrations show the computer in an upright position When installing or removing drives you might find it easier to lay the computer on it...

Page 69: ...ll a drive using top screws slide the drive into the bay and tighten the screws in the top holes to secure the drive To install a drive that uses side screws and grommets for installation insert the grommet into the large part of the hole if not already installed as demonstrated below and slide it into the smaller part of the hole Once the grommet is installed slide the drive into the bay and tigh...

Page 70: ... screws and grommets as shown in the second illustration leave the grommets in the holes when removing the drive The following illustration shows a drive removed this way 4 Reinstall the drive cage and secure it with the screw you removed in step 2 on page 56 5 Connect the cables to the drive 58 Installing Options in Your Personal Computer ...

Page 71: ...our Personal Computer and record the installation or removal of the drive To work with another option go to the appropriate section To complete the installation go to Chapter 7 Completing the Installation on page 66 Chapter 5 Working with Internal Drives 59 ...

Page 72: ...les you to add a security cable and lock which helps prevent hardware theft After you add the security cable make sure that it does not interfere with other cables that are connected to the computer Before you begin Obtain the following A 19 mm 3 4 in U bolt and threaded nuts that fit the U bolt A security cable A lock such as a combination lock or padlock An adjustable wrench Read Electrical Safe...

Page 73: ...r and Connecting the Cables on page 66 4 Thread the cable through the U bolt and around an object that is not a part of or permanently secured to the building structure or foundation and from which it cannot be removed then fasten the cable ends together with a lock The following illustration shows an example of how this might work Chapter 6 Working with Security Options 61 ...

Page 74: ...S memory on the system board for storing configuration and setup information CMOS memory maintains information about Date and time Security features Power management devices Storage devices Keyboard and mouse ISA legacy configuration information Plug and Play configuration information Port assignments I O addresses and interrupts Other selectable features 62 Installing Options in Your Personal Com...

Page 75: ...inistrator password your system will be unusable For more information on Enhanced Security see Using Your Personal Computer Before you begin Using the Configuration Setup Utility program record all configuration information Clearing CMOS memory sets the configuration of your computer to the default settings Because you need to reconfigure the computer after clearing CMOS memory record the configur...

Page 76: ...ons on the screen to continue 4 When the Configuration Setup Utility program starts make the necessary changes save the settings and exit setup Refer to Updating the Computer Configuration on page 68 When the message is displayed that instructs you to move the jumper to the normal position turn power off 5 Disconnect the power cord from the rear of the chassis 6 Move the jumper back to its normal ...

Page 77: ...to Chapter 7 Completing the Installation on page 66 use the Configuration Setup Utility program to set any passwords or other configuration parameters For more information refer to Using Your Personal Computer Chapter 6 Working with Security Options 65 ...

Page 78: ...Stabilizing Feet The four feet attached to the bottom cover rotate 90 degrees to provide additional stability for your computer When you are finished installing the option s turn the four stabilizing feet a quarter turn out from the computer and set it carefully back on its feet Replacing the Cover and Connecting the Cables Before you begin Read Electrical Safety on page 3 and Handling Static Sens...

Page 79: ... it until the cover aligns with the rear of the computer S o c k e t 7 S o c k e t 7 5 If a cover lock is present go to the back of the computer and lock the cover 6 Reconnect the external cables and cords to the computer Serial Device Keyboard Mouse USB Device Parallel Device Monitor Ethernet Audio Note Your computer might not have all the connectors shown Chapter 7 Completing the Installation 67...

Page 80: ...r updating the configuration settings For more information see the instructions that come with the option to determine if device drivers are required and how to install them Also video device drivers are on the Software Selections CD After you add remove or replace options you must update the information in the configuration settings This reconfiguration is performed automatically by the computer ...

Page 81: ...ng on the configuration changes that occurred the error message you see might be different from the one shown here If the preceding screen appears select Continue until you reach the Configuration Setup Utility menu and then go to Changing Settings and Exiting on page 70 If the preceding screen does not appear use the following procedures to access the Configuration Setup Utility menu To access th...

Page 82: ...strator password at the password prompt Note The menu you see on your computer might look slightly different from the menu shown here but it will operate the same way Changing Settings and Exiting In the Configuration Setup Utility menus you can accept the configuration changes by viewing and saving the changes or you can make manual changes and then save the settings The following is a quick refe...

Page 83: ...g your changes or return to the Configuration Setup Utility menu Use the arrow keys to select the desired option and press Enter Configuring an ISA Legacy Adapter To configure an installed ISA legacy adapter you might need to alter switch or jumper settings on the adapter If there is a conflict you must use the Configuration Setup Utility program to set the ISA legacy resource information such as ...

Page 84: ...use the Configuration Setup Utility program to change the sequence of startup devices To change the sequence of startup devices 1 Start the Configuration Setup Utility program see Starting the Configuration Setup Utility Program on page 69 2 Select Start Options from the Configuration Setup Utility menu 3 Select Startup Sequence 4 Select First Startup Device from the Primary Startup Sequence 5 Use...

Page 85: ...en is the POST message 176 To bypass the message you must enter the correct administrator password Each time a component that is protected by asset security is removed and the computer is powered on a POST message notifies you of the removal Examples of such components are system memory modules and the microprocessor The message that displays is the POST message 177 To bypass the message you must ...

Page 86: ...atic Sensitive Devices on page 4 Read the instructions that come with the replacement battery Turn off the computer and all connected devices Disconnect all external cables attached to the computer and then remove the computer cover see Disconnecting Cables and Removing the Cover on page 5 if you need additional information For information on locating the battery see Identifying Parts on the Syste...

Page 87: ... with another option go to the appropriate section To complete the replacement go to Chapter 7 Completing the Installation on page 66 Use the Configuration Setup Utility program to set the date and time and any passwords For information on setting the date and time or setting passwords refer to Using Your Personal Computer Dispose of the old battery as required by local ordinances or regulations A...

Page 88: ... 0 Timer 1 Keyboard 2 Interrupt Controller 33 Serial Port B 43 Serial Port A 53 Audio if installed 6 Diskette 73 Available 8 Real time clock 9 Available 10 Available 11 Available 123 Mouse 13 Coprocessor 14 IDE Drives 0 1 if installed 15 IDE Drives 2 3 if installed Table 3 DMA Resources for the PC 300PL DMA Request Data Width System Resource 0 8 bits Audio if installed 1 8 bits Audio if installed ...

Page 89: ...clock 9 Available 10 Available 11 Available 12 Mouse 13 Coprocessor 14 IDE Drives 0 1 if installed 15 IDE Drives 2 3 if installed Table 5 DMA Resources for the PC 300GL DMA Request Data Width System Resource 0 8 bits Available 1 8 bits Available 2 8 bits Diskette 3 8 bits Available 4 System Resource 5 16 bits Available 6 16 bits Available 7 16 bits Available Appendix C Interrupt and DMA Resources ...

Page 90: ...ation of operation in conjunction with other products except those expressly designated by IBM are the responsibility of the user IBM may have patents or pending patent applications covering subject matter in this document The furnishing of this document does not give you any license to these patents You can send license inquiries in writing to IBM Director of Licensing IBM Corporation North Castl...

Page 91: ...nnecting 67 cables continued disconnecting 5 electrical safety 3 IDE 40 types for internal drives 40 cage installing drives 44 permanently mounted 49 removable 43 removing drives 44 53 55 cage rear 55 CD ROM drive 7 8 38 40 clearing CMOS 62 completing the installation 66 components locating internal 7 configuration adapters 24 68 computer updating 68 erasing information 62 memory modules 12 resolv...

Page 92: ...asswords 62 error messages resource conflicts 25 68 expansion slots for adapters 22 F fan removal 36 replacement 36 fixed disk drive 40 front drive cage 44 49 53 H handling batteries 74 static sensitive devices 4 hard disk drive 38 40 hardware removing 10 home page IBM Personal Computer 2 I IDE devices connecting 40 primary connector 11 secondary connector 11 identifying system board parts 11 inpu...

Page 93: ... 25 71 locating adapters 22 drive bays 38 expansion slots 22 internal components 7 system board components 11 lock cover 5 67 M memory See system memory memory modules configuration 12 installing 13 installing a video 16 location on system board 11 removing 15 types 11 microprocessor location on system board 11 replacing 18 upgrade 18 Modem Ring Detect hardware for 2 monitor connector 9 motherboar...

Page 94: ...em board 35 resource conflicts 22 38 68 resource conflicts error messages 25 ribbon cables 40 riser card diagram 22 expansion slots 22 ISA slots 22 location on system board 11 PCI slots 22 S safety battery handling 74 electrical 3 information v procedures and guidelines 1 safety notice battery 74 security options 60 serial port 9 Serial Port Ring Detect hardware for 2 side cover removing 5 cover r...

Page 95: ...disconnecting 5 tools required 3 trademarks 78 U U bolt installing 60 unknown power on password removing 62 updating computer configuration 68 upgrading memory modules 11 microprocessor 18 USB port 9 utility program setup 68 W Wake on LAN hardware for 1 World Wide Web home page 2 Index 83 ...

Page 96: ...IBM Part Number 06J0846 Printed in U S A April 1999 ð6Jð846 ...

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