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Chapter 1. Introduction
This Installation Guide contains instructions for setting up your IBM
A Pro Type 6217 computer and basic instructions for installing some options. More
detailed instructions for installing options are in the User's Guide on the IBM
IntelliStation Documentation CD, which comes with your computer. This document
contains information about:
v Setting up and cabling your computer
v Starting and configuring your computer
v Setting up your operating system
You can obtain up-to-date information about your computer and other IBM computer
products at http://www.ibm.com/pc/intellistation/.
Packaged with this Installation Guide is the Device Drivers CD, which contains
device drivers and hardware-specific support software.
The IBM IntelliStation Documentation CD is also included. This CD provides
detailed information about your computer (see "The IBM IntelliStation
Documentation CD" on page 2 for more detailed information).
The computer model and serial numbers are on labels on the lower-right front of the
bezel and on the bottom of the computer. You will need these numbers to register
your computer with IBM.
Note: Your computer keys cannot be duplicated by locksmiths. If you lose them,
order replacement keys from the key manufacturer. The key serial number and the
telephone number of the manufacturer are on a tag attached to the keys.
If you plan to install your computer in a rack, you must purchase a Tower-to-Rack
Conversion Kit. For a list of supported options for your computer, go to
http://www.ibm.com/pc/; then, select your country and navigate to the list of options
for your computer.
Note: Disregard the bezel in the conversion kit and use your original bezel when
installing the computer in a rack.
Your computer comes with Microsoft Windows
Enterprise Linux WS (Workstation) preinstalled (depending on your model). To
install another operating system, follow the instructions in the documentation that
comes with the operating system and any updates. Then, follow the instructions in
the readme file on the Device Drivers CD to install the support software.
Note: If you install another operating system, you might need additional software or
device drivers. Some preinstalled device drivers are available on the Device Drivers
CD. If you experience problems with the device drivers installed from this CD, you
can obtain the latest device drivers from http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/.
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1. The Microsoft
Certificate of Authenticity is your assurance that the Windows software in your computer is legally licensed from
Microsoft Corporation.
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