Using Preinstalled Software; Running The Operating System Setup Program - IBM IntelliStation E Pro Type 6216 User Manual

During startup, the following messages might be displayed briefly:
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To use these features, press the appropriate function key or keys quickly. The
messages appear for only a short time. For more information about these messages,
see "Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program" on page 19 and "Using the
SCSISelect Utility program (some models)" on page 27.
The operating system and application programs start from the hard disk drive. If your
computer is attached to a network, the computer will begin attaching to any LANs and
remote applications to which you have access. A network administrator can also start
your computer remotely to download programs or gather information about computer
performance. For more information, see "Wake on LAN" on page 16.

Using preinstalled software

This section contains information about setting up the preinstalled Microsoft operating
system and describes how to use the programs that come with 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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Important: After turning on your computer for the first time, you must complete the
operating system setup procedure before turning off your computer; otherwise,
unexpected results might occur.
After the setup procedure is completed and the computer restarts, the Windows
desktop opens. Your computer is ready for use.
To start the Product Recovery Program, Press F11
Press F1 for Configuration/Setup Utility, Press F12 for Boot Menu
Press CTRL+A for SCSISelect Utility (some models only)
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
The printer model and port, if a printer is attached directly to your computer
Chapter 2. Operating your computer
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