System and driver support
This section describes the supported operating systems, BIOS information, and
driver requirements.
Operating systems
SurePOS 720 support the following operating systems:
v 4690 OS V4R1
v Windows 2000/SPx
v Windows XP/SP2
v WEPOS (Windows XP Embedded for Point of Service
v IBM Retail Environment for SUSE Version 2 Novell Linux
v PC DOS
Note:
Problem resolution procedures typically require the installation of the latest
fix pack.
Drivers
Driver packages are available on the IBM Web site (http://www.ibm.com/solutions/
retail/store/support) for download for all supported operating systems. A complete
list is provided on the web site. Drivers are provided for video, LAN, USB, audio,
RS-232 (if required) and POS I/O. In many cases, the default drivers shipped with
the operating system will be satisfactory.
BIOS
SurePOS 720 use a technology that allows an upgradeable BIOS. IBM provides
utilities to upgrade the BIOS and updates are published on the support Web site.
You are responsible to perform BIOS upgrades as required. BIOS upgrades are not
covered by IBM warranties or maintenance agreements.
Updated July 14, 2008
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