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  • Page 1 Quick Reference...
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  • Page 4 Note Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the information under “Appendix. Product warranty and notices” on page 19. First Edition (July 2000) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2000. All rights reserved. US Government Users Restricted Rights – Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.

  • Page 5: Safety Information

    Safety Information DANGER Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm. v Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet.
  • Page 6 v Branchez sur des socles de prise de courant correctement câblés tout équipement connecté à ce produit. v Lorsque cela est possible, n’utilisez qu’une seule main pour connecter ou déconnecter les câbles d’interface.; v Ne mettez jamais un équipement sous tension en cas d’incendie ou d’inondation, ou en présence de dommages matériels.

  • Page 7: Lithium Battery Notice

    Lithium battery notice CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. When replacing the battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed Do not: v Throw or immerse into water v Heat to more than 100°C (212°F)

  • Page 8: Laser Compliance Statement

    v Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. Consignes de sécurité relatives au modem Lors de l’utilisation de votre matériel téléphonique, il est important de respecter les consignes ci-après afin de réduire les risques d’incendie, d’électrocution et d’autres blessures : v N’installez jamais de cordons téléphoniques durant un orage.
  • Page 9 DANGER Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam. DANGER: Certains modèles d’ordinateurs personnels sont équipés d’origine d’une unité de CD-ROM ou de DVD-ROM. Mais ces unités sont également vendues séparément en tant qu’options.
  • Page 10 viii Quick Reference...

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Information . . iii Lithium battery notice . Modem safety information Laser compliance statement . . vi Chapter 1. Setting up your computer Selecting a location for your computer . Arranging your workspace Comfort . Glare and lighting Air circulation .
  • Page 12 IBM Statement of Warranty Worldwide except Canada, Puerto Rico, Turkey, United States (Part 1 - General Terms) . 23 Part 2 - Worldwide Country-Unique Terms . . 27 Notices . . 32 Processing date data . . 33 Trademarks . .

  • Page 13: Chapter 1. Setting Up Your Computer

    Chapter 1. Setting up your computer Before you begin, be sure to read “Safety Information” on page iii“Safety Information” on page v. Use these instructions to set up your computer. Selecting a location for your computer Make sure you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical outlets for all devices.

  • Page 14: Glare And Lighting

    Adjust the monitor so that the top of the screen is at, or slightly below, eye level. Place the monitor at a comfortable viewing distance, usually 51 to 61 cm (20 to 24 in.), and position it so that you can view it without having to twist your body.

  • Page 15: Connecting Computer Cables

    Connecting computer cables Use the following steps to set up your computer. Look for the small icons on the following pages, and on the back of your computer. If your computer cables and connector panel have color-coded connectors, match the color of the cable end with the color of the connector. For example, match a blue cable end with a blue panel connector, a red cable end with a red connector, and so on.

  • Page 16: Turning On Power

    7. Connect any universal serial bus (USB) device cables to the USB connectors. 8. Connect external audio device cables, such as speakers, microphone, or headphone cable to the appropriate connector (available on some models only.) 9. For models with a modem, connect the phone-line cable to the modem connector.

  • Page 17: Finishing The Software Installation

    Finishing the software installation After you start the computer for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen to complete the software installation. If you do not complete the software installation the first time the computer is turned on, unexpected results might occur.
  • Page 18 Quick Reference...

  • Page 19: Chapter 2. Troubleshooting And Recovery

    Chapter 2. Troubleshooting and recovery This chapter describes troubleshooting and recovery tools for computers that have IBM preinstalled software. These tools are: v ConfigSafe program v Emergency Recovery diskette v IBM Device Drivers and Diagnostics CD v Product Recovery CDs v Product Recovery program on the hard disk (some models) Note: Not all computers have all of these tools.

  • Page 20: Using Configsafe Sos

    1. Shut down your operating system. 2. Turn off your computer. If the computer will not turn off after you hold down the power button for at least four seconds, unplug the power cord and wait a few seconds before reconnecting it. 3.

  • Page 21: Reinstalling The Operating System

    Reinstalling the operating system Some IBM Personal Computer models have the Product Recovery program on a hidden partition of the hard disk. All other computer models will use either the Product Recovery CDs, the Device Drivers and Diagnostics CD, or the CDs or diskettes that came with your own operating system.

  • Page 22: Diagnosing Hardware

    Diagnosing hardware If restoring the settings from the ConfigSafe program or reinstalling the operating system and device drivers does not solve the problem, try using the IBM Enhanced Diagnostics program. The IBM Enhanced Diagnostics program helps isolate hardware problems and runs independently of the operating system.

  • Page 23: Recovering Or Installing Device Drivers

    3. When the Configuration/Setup Utility program prompt appears, quickly press F1. The prompt appears for only seconds. 4. From the Configuration/Setup Utility menu, select Start Options. 5. From the Start Options menu, select Startup Sequence. 6. Under Primary Startup Sequence, select First Startup Device. 7.
  • Page 24 Quick Reference...

  • Page 25: Chapter 3. Getting Help, Service, And Additional Information

    Chapter 3. Getting help, service, and additional information If you need help, service, technical assistance, or just want more information about IBM products, you will find a wide variety of sources available from IBM to assist you. This section contains information about where to go for additional information about IBM and IBM products, what to do if you experience a problem with your computer, and whom to call for service should it be necessary.

  • Page 26: Getting Help And Service

    You can call the IBM Automated Fax System 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Follow the recorded instructions, and the requested information will be sent to your fax machine. In the U.S. and Canada, to access the IBM Automated Fax System, call 1-800-426-3395.
  • Page 27 v Replacement or use of non-IBM parts or nonwarranted IBM parts Note: All warranted parts contain a 7-character identification in the format IBM FRU XXXXXXX. v Identification of software problem sources v Configuration of BIOS as part of an installation or upgrade v Changes, modifications, or upgrades to device drivers v Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) v Installation and maintenance of application programs...

  • Page 28: Other Services

    Country Telephone number Austria Österreich 01-54658 5060 Belgium - Dutch Belgie 02-714 35 70 Belgium - French Belgique 02-714 35 15 Canada Toronto only 416-383-3344 Canada Canada - all other 1-800-565-3344 Denmark Danmark 35 25 02 91 Finland Suomi 09-22 931 840 France France 01 69 32 40 40...

  • Page 29: Purchasing Additional Services

    v In Europe, call 44-1475-893638 (Greenock, U.K.). v In Australia and New Zealand, call 61-2-9354-4171. v In all other countries, contact your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. Purchasing additional services During and after the warranty period, you can purchase additional services, such as support for IBM and non-IBM hardware, operating systems, and application programs;...
  • Page 30 Quick Reference...

  • Page 31: Appendix. Product Warranty And Notices

    Appendix. Product warranty and notices This appendix includes product warranty and other notices. Warranty Statements The warranty statements consist of two parts: Part 1 and Part 2. Part 1 varies by country. Part 2 is the same for both statements. Be sure to read both the Part 1 that applies to your country and Part 2.
  • Page 32 Machine - Types 6565, 6578, 6579, 6584, 6594, 66648, 6649, and 6841 Warranty period* - Parts: Three (3) years Labor: Three (3) years Machine - Types 6029, 6266, 6268, 6269, 6270, 6288, 6344, 6345, 6563, 6564, 6574, and 6840 Warranty period* - Parts: Three (3) years Labor: One (1) year** Machine - Types 2193, 2194, 2196, 2197, 2274, 2284, 6276, and 6279 Warranty period* - Parts: One (1) year Labor: One (1) year **IBM will provide warranty service without charge for:...
  • Page 33 which IBM is not responsible. The warranty is voided by removal or alteration of Machine or parts identification labels. THESE WARRANTIES ARE YOUR EXCLUSIVE WARRANTIES AND REPLACE ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
  • Page 34 and at least functionally equivalent to the item replaced. The replacement assumes the warranty service status of the replaced item. Any feature, conversion, or upgrade IBM or your reseller services must be installed on a Machine which is 1) for certain Machines, the designated, serial-numbered Machine and 2) at an engineering-change level compatible with the feature, conversion, or upgrade.

  • Page 35: Ibm Statement Of Warranty Worldwide Except Canada, Puerto Rico, Turkey, United States (Part 1 - General Terms)

    Circumstances may arise where, because of a default on IBM’s part or other liability, you are entitled to recover damages from IBM. In each such instance, regardless of the basis on which you are entitled to claim damages from IBM (including fundamental breach, negligence, misrepresentation, or other contract or tort claim), IBM is liable for no more than 1.
  • Page 36 Machine - Types 6569, 6579, 6565, 6584, 6594, and 6649 Warranty period* v Bangladesh, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam - Parts: Three (3) years Labor: One (1) year v Japan - Parts: One (1) year Labor: One (1) year v All other countires not listed - Parts: Three (3) years Labor: Three (3) years Machine - Types 6029, 6266, 6269, 6268, 6270, 6288, 6344, 6345, 6563, 6564, and 6574, Warranty period*...
  • Page 37 one that is at least functionally equivalent, you may return it to your place of purchase and your money will be refunded. The replacement may not be new, but will be in good working order. Extent of Warranty The warranty does not cover the repair or exchange of a Machine resulting from misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating environment, improper maintenance by you, or failure caused by a product for which IBM is not responsible.
  • Page 38 inform you of the available types of service for a Machine based on its country of installation. IBM may repair the failing Machine or exchange it at its discretion. When warranty service involves the exchange of a Machine or part, the item IBM or your reseller replaces becomes its property and the replacement becomes yours.

  • Page 39: Part 2 - Worldwide Country-Unique Terms

    Each IBM Machine is manufactured from new parts, or new and used parts. In some cases, the Machine may not be new and may have been previously installed. Regardless of the Machine’s production status, IBM’s appropriate warranty terms apply. Limitation of Liability Circumstances may arise where, because of a default on IBM’s part or other liability, you are entitled to recover damages from IBM.
  • Page 40 environment, operation in other than the Specified Operating Environment, improper maintenance by you, or failure caused by a product for which IBM is not responsible. Limitation of Liability: The following is added to this Section: Where IBM is in breach of a condition or warranty implied by the Trade Practices Act 1974, IBM’s liability is limited to the repair or replacement of the goods or the supply of equivalent goods.
  • Page 41 Warranty Service If you purchased an IBM Machine in Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland or United Kingdom, you may obtain warranty service for that Machine in any of those countries from either (1) an IBM reseller approved to perform warranty service or (2) from IBM.
  • Page 42 In case IBM or your reseller are unable to repair an IBM Machine, you can alternatively ask for a partial refund as far as justified by the reduced value of the unrepaired Machine or ask for a cancellation of the respective agreement for such Machine and get your money refunded.
  • Page 43 ITALY: Limitation of Liability: The following replaces the second sentence in the first paragraph: In each such instance unless otherwise provided by mandatory law, IBM is liable for no more than: (item 1 unchanged) 2) as to any other actual damage arising in all situations involving non-performance by IBM pursuant to, or in any way related to the subject matter of this Statement of Warranty, IBM’s liability, will be limited to the total amount you paid for the Machine that is the subject of the claim.

  • Page 44: Notices

    CANADA: Warranty Service: The following is added to this section: To obtain warranty service from IBM, call 1-800-565-3344. In Toronto, call 416-383-3344. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA: Warranty Service: The following is added to this section: To obtain warranty service from IBM, call 1-800-772-2227. Notices This publication was developed for products and services offered in the U.S.A.

  • Page 45: Processing Date Data

    IBM may use or distribute any of the information you supply in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you. Any references in this publication to non-IBM Web sites are provided for convenience only and do not in any manner serve as an endorsement of those Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this IBM product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk.

  • Page 46: Class B Notices

    compliance notice are primarily because the inclusion of certain Class A options or Class A NIC cables changes the overall rating of the computer to Class A. Cet ordinateur est enregistré comme un appareil numérique de classe B. Toutefois, lorsque la carte réseau qu’il contient est utilisée, il est considéré comme un appareil de classe A.

  • Page 47: Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement

    Responsible party: International Business Machines Corporation New Orchard Road Armonk, NY 10504 Telephone: 1-919-543-2193 Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Avis de conformité...
  • Page 48 residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. IBM is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.

  • Page 49: Federal Communications Commission (Fcc) And Telephone Company Requirements

    Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and telephone company requirements 1. This device complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. A label is affixed to the device that contains, among other things, the FCC registration number, USOC, and Ringer Equivalency Number (REN) for this equipment. If these numbers are requested, provide this information to your telephone company.
  • Page 50 Canadian Department of Communications certification label NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements documents. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.

  • Page 51: Power Cord Notice

    Les réparations de matériel homologué doivent être coordonnées par un représentant désigné par le fournisseur. L’entreprise de télécommunications peut demander à l’utilisateur de débrancher un appareil à la suite de réparations ou de modifications effectuées par l’utilisateur ou à cause de mauvais fonctionnement.
  • Page 52 IBM power cords for a specific country or region are usually available only in that country or region. IBM power cord part Used in these countries and regions number 13F9940 Argentina, Australia, China (PRC), New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Uruguay, Western Samoa 13F9979 Afghanistan, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Austria, Belgium, Benin, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central...
  • Page 54 Part Number: 06P8678 Printed in the United States of America on recycled paper containing 10% recovered post-consumer fiber. (1P) P/N: 06P8678...

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