Chapter 2. General Information; Identifying Your Computer - IBM 6343 Hardware Maintenance Manual

Chapter 2. General information

Identifying your computer

© Copyright IBM Corp. 2001
This IBM® computer incorporates many of the latest advances in computer
technology and can be upgraded as your needs change.
Adding hardware options to your computer is an easy way to increase its capabilities.
Instructions for installing external and internal options are included in this
publication. When adding an option, use these instructions along with the
instructions that come with the option.
This chapter provides a brief introduction to the options and features that are
available for your computer.
Go to Access IBM for general information about the use, operation, and maintenance
of your computer. Access IBM also contains information to help you solve problems
and get repair service or other technical assistance.
To properly install options, you will need to know the machine type/model of your
computer. You can find this number on the small label on the front of your computer.
An example of the machine type/model number is 6790xxx.
The information in this publication supports several computer types and models. The
following illustrations will help you identify your computer.
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