System and driver support
This section describes the supported operating systems, BIOS information, and
driver requirements.
Operating systems
SurePOS Models 721/741/781 and 722/742/782 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 (www.ibm.com/solutions/retail/
store) 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 Models 721/741/781 and 722/742/782 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 October 31, 2007
Chapter 1. Introducing the SurePOS 700 Models 21
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