If your computer has IBM-preinstalled software, the device drivers are already
installed on the hard disk. For instructions on connecting a network cable to your
PC, refer to Setting Up Your Personal Computer.
System-Management Features
Your computer has features that make it possible for a network administrator to
manage and control your computer remotely over a network from a management
console. These features are:
Enablement for LANClient Control Manager software
RPL (Remote Program Load) and DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)
Enablement for integrated Wake on LAN
Automatic Power-On Startup Sequence
Enablement for POST/BIOS updates over a network
DMI (Desktop Management Interface) BIOS and DMI software
Integrated system-management controller
For information on these features, refer to “Using System-Management Features” on
page 25 and “System-Management Settings” on page 52.
IBM-Preinstalled Software
IBM-preinstalled software is provided with some PC models. This software
includes an operating system, device drivers to support built-in features, and other
support programs. Detailed information about this software is included in About
Your Software, which is included with the preinstallation package.
Operating-System Support
Your computer is designed to use a variety of operating systems in order to meet
your particular needs. See page 14 for a list of operating systems that you can use
with your PC.
Ease-of-Use Features
Your computer has many features that make it easy to work with, including a
state-of-the-art system board, Plug and Play technology, and easy-to-use diagnostic
programs.
The IBM-designed system board in your computer makes upgrading and servicing
your PC easier. Cable connections for standard devices are located on the riser
card. This arrangement helps to eliminate cable tangle and clutter on the system
board, allows shorter cables, and makes it easier to remove the system board or to
6
Using Your Personal Computer
Summary of Contents for PC 300PL Types 6862
Page 1: ...Personal Computer Using Your Personal Computer PC 300PL...
Page 2: ......
Page 3: ...Personal Computer Using Your Personal Computer PC 300PL IBM...
Page 12: ...x Using Your Personal Computer...
Page 46: ...32 Using Your Personal Computer...
Page 70: ...56 Using Your Personal Computer...
Page 145: ......
Page 146: ...IBM Part Number 06J0871 Printed in U S A July 1997 6J 871...