Recording Important Numbers; Running The Operating System Setup Program - IBM INTELLISTATION E PRO 6204 User Manual

3. Connect the power cord to the power connector located on the rear of the
4. Connect the power cords into properly grounded electrical outlets.

Recording important numbers

Locate the serial, model, and type numbers. Record this information in Appendix C,
"Computer records," on page 119. You will need these numbers when communicating
with IBM about your computer.

Running the operating system setup program

If you are starting your computer for the first time, the Microsoft Windows setup
program runs automatically when you start the computer. The program will prompt
you to make choices or type information. If you need more detailed information than
is provided in this User's Guide, see your Microsoft operating-system manual.
Important information to know before you start:
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To complete the setup program, you will need the following information.
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• Connect the Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 Ethernet connector.
Important:
To operate the computer within FCC Class A limits, use a category 5 Ethernet
cable.
Ethernet
computer. If there is a label covering the power connector, remove it.
Power
Note: When the power cord is first plugged in, the computer might turn on for a
few seconds, then turn off. This is normal.
The setup program might be slightly different from the one described in your
operating-system manual. Some choices do not appear because they are preset.
During the setup procedure, you must indicate that you accept the license
agreement.
The Microsoft registration information will already be displayed in the registration
field. If the Product ID number is not already displayed, you must type it. The
Product ID is on a label attached to the computer.
The Microsoft documentation that comes with your computer.
Network information (if applicable) from your network administrator.
Chapter 2. Setting up your computer
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