Using Preinstalled Software; Running The Operating-System Setup Program; Installing Other Operating Systems - IBM IntelliStation M Pro User Manual

Using preinstalled software

This section contains information to assist you in setting up the preinstalled
operating system and describes how to use the programs that come with the
computer.

Running the operating-system setup program

The setup program runs automatically when you start the computer for the first
time. 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 the
operating-system documentation.
Important:
1. After turning on the computer for the first time, you must complete the
2. The setup program might be slightly different from the one that is described in
3. During the setup procedure, you must indicate that you accept the license
4. For Windows operating systems, the registration information is already
You will need the following information to complete the setup program:
v The documentation that comes with the computer.
v Network information from the network administrator, if the computer is being
v The printer model and port, if a printer is attached directly to the computer.
After the setup procedure is completed and the computer restarts, the desktop
opens. the computer is ready for use.

Installing other operating systems

The computer comes with Microsoft
Enterprise Linux Workstation preinstalled. To install another operating system, follow
the instructions in the documentation that comes with the operating system.
If you are installing an operating system other than Microsoft Windows XP or Red
Hat Linux Workstation, follow the instructions in the readme files on the Device
Drivers CD to install the device drivers. You might also need additional software or
device drivers.
Note: If you experience problems with the device drivers that are installed from the
Before installing any operating system, be sure to obtain the latest updates. Contact
the operating-system manufacturer or, if applicable, check the manufacturer's Web
site to obtain the updates.
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operating-system setup procedure before turning off the computer; otherwise,
unexpected results might occur.
the operating-system documentation. Some choices do not appear because
they are preset.
agreement.
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 that is attached to the
computer.
connected to a network.
Device Drivers CD, you can obtain the latest device drivers at
http://www.ibm.com/support/.
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Windows XP Professional or Red Hat