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Chapter 8. Networking and System Management Features
This section contains information about the networking features available on your computer.
A network consists of computers linked together so that they can share resources, such as
files, programs, and peripherals. The simplest form of a network consists of two computers
connected through their serial or parallel ports. This type of network might be used by an
individual to transfer files between a laptop computer and a desktop computer.
Other networks are larger and typically consist of computers designated as servers and
workstations. Servers provide shared resources (they store and retrieve shared data files) for
computers linked to the network. They typically have fast processors and large,
high-capacity disk drives that operate unattended. In contrast, workstations, often referred
to as clients, are computers used by individuals and do not provide shared resources for an
entire network.
Some computers come network-ready with a preinstalled Ethernet adapter. This adapter
provides a high-performance network connection with an 8-conductor, Rj-45, unshielded
twisted pair (UTP) connector. For computers with IBM-installed software, device drivers for
this adapter are on the hard disk; for some adapters, device drivers are also provided on the
IBM Software Selections CD that comes with your computer. For instructions on connecting a
network cable to your computer, refer to the PC 300GL User Guide. For information on
configuring your computer to work with a network, consult your network administrator.
When your computer is linked to a network, you can take advantage of the following
features:
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Desktop Management Interface (DMI)
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Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) or Remote Program Load (RPL)
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Remote Administration
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Flash on LAN
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Wake on LAN
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Wake on Modem
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Wake on Ring
Desktop Management Interface (DMI)
DMI consists of software that enables network administrators to remotely monitor and
control your computer in a network environment. DMI can be used to remotely track many
types of information about computers, including serial numbers, memory attributes,
product-specific characteristics of installed peripherals, temperature, and operating-system
configuration information. This information can be accessed using a DMI browser. DMI
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