ISA/EISA Configuration
Configuration Files
A configuration file is required to configure the server for ISA or
EISA adapters. You have to copy this configuration file, which has
a file-name extension of .CFG, from the device diskette to the EISA
Configuration Diskette before installing the device in the server.
The configuration file reserves the system resources that the adapter
needs to function properly.
Some ISA adapters come with a diskette that contains the .CFG file
for the adapter. If you want to install ISA adapters that do not
come with their own .CFG files, you must create a .CFG file for each
adapter.
To create a unique .CFG file for an ISA adapter:
1. Insert the IBM PC Server EISA Configuration Diskette into
diskette drive A.
2. Start the configuration utility program. See “Starting the
Configuration/Setup Utility Program” on page 91 if necessary.
3. At the main menu, select Step 2, Add or remove boards.
4. At the next menu, select the slot in which you installed the
adapter.
5. At the next screen, select OK.
6. At the next screen, press F5; then, select Create .CFG file.
7. Press Enter.
8. At the Create a Board .CFG File screen, type in the adapter
manufacturer and description (for example, IBM Token Ring);
then press Enter.
9. Refer to the adapter documentation for information about
specific configuration parameters (such as IRQ or DMA channel)
required for the adapter. Then, follow the instructions on the
screen to enter the appropriate parameters on the menu.
Note: Normally, ISA adapters do not use every parameter.
Most adapters require only a port address.
10. The controllers on your server requires specific memory and
I/O address assignments to function properly. To avoid
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