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Contents
Safety Information
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Laser Compliance Statement
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About This Book
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How This Book is Organized
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Notices Used in This Book
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Related Publications
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Welcome and Thank You
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Chapter 1. Getting Started with PC Server 325
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Features at a Glance
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Controls and Indicators
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Input/Output Connectors
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Expansion Bays
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Checking the Voltage Setting
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Arranging Your Workspace
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Getting Help on the World Wide Web
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IBM PC Server Startup Support
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Chapter 2. Configuring Your Server
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Configuration Overview
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The Configuration/Setup Utility
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Using the Configuration/Setup Utility Main Menu
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Configuring Options
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Using the EISA Configuration Diskette
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Configuring EISA, ISA, and PCI Adapters
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Resolving Configuration Conflicts
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Configuring the Ethernet Controller
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Using the SCSISelect Utility Program
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Saving Configuration Settings
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Chapter 3. Installing Options
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Before You Begin
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Electrical Safety
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Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
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Preparing to Add Options
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Working with Adapters
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Working with Memory-Module Kits
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Working with Internal Drives
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Working with Microprocessor Upgrades
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