IBM Aptiva User Manual

The voltage selector switch should be preset for your area; however, contact your
local power company if you are uncertain of the voltage for your area.
• If the voltage supply range in your area is 100-127V, set the voltage selector switch
so you can see 115V or 115.
• If the voltage supply range in your area is 200-240V, set the voltage selector switch
so you can see 230V or 230.
Connect the power cords to the computer and monitor first, and then connect the
power cords to the electrical outlets. For clarity, only the power cords are shown in
this picture.
1. Unpack your Aptiva
®
PC
Power cord
System unit
(minitower or microtower)
Keyboard Monitor with stand you attached
(may be sold separately)
Mouse Printer (sold separately)
Modem cord Publications and CD-ROMs
Locate the following items:
Attach components to the computer as shown.
If you need setup instructions for components that are not shown here, refer
to the back of this sheet or the instructions that came with the component.
Speakers
(powered or unpowered)
3. Connect Power cords
Note: Note:
Note: Note:
Note: Most cable connectors are color-coded to match the location
at the back of the system unit where you connect the cable.
Read “Safety information” in the
Aptiva Reference Guide to learn
about connecting cables.
For machine type 2170, incorrectly installing speakers other than those
originally shipped with your Aptiva PC could cause permanent damage to
your speakers. Look in Aptiva Help for information about installing amplified
speakers.
or
(Continued on back)
Speaker power adapter
(provided with powered speakers only)
2. Connect the system components
Note: Note:
Note: Note:
Note: If your computer has a power switch on the back of the computer, press it in
the ON position (1=ON).
Speaker power adapter
(provided with powered
speakers only)
The back of your
speaker looks like
one of the two
speakers shown
in this picture.
Setup of a home
PNA network card
(available on
some models) is
shown on the
back of this sheet.
Power switch
Voltage selector switch

IBM Aptiva Specifications

General

CPU	Intel Pentium
RAM	8 MB to 64 MB
Operating System	Windows 95
Graphics	S3, ATI
Optical Drive	CD-ROM
Ports	Serial, Parallel, PS/2
Expansion Slots	ISA, PCI

Summary

Unpack Aptiva PC Components

Locate Essential Items

Identifies essential computer components and peripherals to unpack from the system box.

Connect System Components

Attach Computer Components

Instructions for attaching computer components, noting color-coded connectors and safety advice.

Connect Power Cords and Voltage

Power Cord Connection and Voltage Selection

Guidance on connecting power cords to the computer and monitor, and setting the voltage selector switch.

Post-Setup Procedures

Turn On Computer and Monitor

Initial step to power on the computer and connected monitor for setup.

Complete Windows 98 Setup

Instructions for completing the Windows 98 operating system setup process.

Install Software Selections

Guide to installing additional programs from the Software Selections CD-ROM.

Connect Additional Components

Connect Peripherals and Options

Instructions for connecting optional components like microphones, modems, and network cards.