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113
A
Aptiva Helps and
software
21–27
audio
solving problems
43, 54
B
batteries
6
battery
disposal
6
handling
6
BIOS
Setup Utility
updates
71
C
CD-ROM
handling discs
25
CD-ROM drive
audio disc
problems
43, 54
safety information
8
where to find. See
Aptiva online help
D
diagnosing problems. See
Aptiva online help
DVD
25
solving problems
57
E
ergonomics
17, 19
chair
17
keyboard position
19
monitor position
18
mouse position
19
error codes
58–66
G
getting help
81, 94
H
handling CDs and DVDs
25
hardware
adding and
removin
97–111
configuration
71
solving hardware
problems
38
specifications. See
Aptiva online help
testing. See Aptiva
online help
hardware problems
HelpWare service and
support
81–94
help
82
30-day "Up and
Running"
support
87
Aptiva Helps
23–25
how do I...
24
what is...
24
electronic
84
hardware
87
internet
82
readme files
25
software
87
telephone
82, 86
troubleshooting
steps
68
HelpWare
79–94
30-day "Up and
Running"
support
87
additional
support
87
automated fax
86
definition
81, 94
electronic
support
84
hardware service
87
online
documentation
82
printed
documentation 82
purchasing additional
services
90
quick help
82
software support
87
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Table of Contents
Default Chapter
3
Table of Contents
3
Notices
7
Trademarks
7
Conventions Used in this Book
8
Symbols
8
Highlighting
9
Safety Information
10
Installation
10
Connecting Your Computer
11
Disconnecting Your Computer
12
Regulatory Safety Notice for the CD-ROM and DVD-ROM Drive
12
Laser Compliance Statement. some IBM Personal
12
Regulatory Notices
14
Ergonomics
19
Arranging a Comfortable and Productive Work Area
21
Ergonomics
21
Choosing a Chair
22
Positioning the Monitor
22
Positioning the Keyboard
23
Positioning the Mouse
23
Aptiva Online Help and Software
25
Aptiva Online Help
27
Readme Files
29
Instructions for Installing and Replacing Hardware
29
Handling Discs
29
Installing Programs
30
Autoplay
31
Aptiva Installer
31
Troubleshooting
33
Diagnosing and Recovering from Problems
35
Troubleshooting
35
Quick Step Guide
36
Are both the Computer and Monitor Power Lights Lit?
37
Some Simple Questions to Ask First
37
Solving Hardware Problems
42
Solving Software Problems
52
Solving Monitor Problems
55
Solving Audio, Multimedia, and Modem Problems
58
Solving DVD Problems
61
Responding to Error Codes
62
Recovering Factory Installed Programs and Files
71
Setup Utility
73
Setup Utility
75
Using the Setup Utility
75
Automatic Changes
75
Manual Changes
75
Starting the Setup Utility
76
The Setup Utility Main Menu Appears
78
Working with the Setup Utility Menus
79
Viewing System Information and Model Information
80
Changing Parameter Settings
80
Loading the Default Settings
80
Exiting Setup
81
Helpware Support and Services
83
What Is IBM Helpware?
85
Need Quick Help?
86
What Can I Do on My Own?
86
How Do I Get Help Electronically?
88
Electronic Support
88
How and When Do I Contact the IBM PC Helpcenter?
90
What Help Can I Get by Telephone?
90
Helpcenter
91
Helpcenter
92
Helpcenter
93
How and When Do I Purchase Additional Support?
94
Purchasing Additional Helpware Services
94
Adding and Removing Hardware
99
Preparing to Work with the Computer
101
Opening the System Unit
102
Opening a Minitower System Unit
102
Opening a Microtower System
102
Adding and Removing Drives
103
Installing or Removing a Drive in a Minitower System
103
To Install a Drive in the Lower Drive Bay
105
Installing or Removing Drives in a Microtower System
107
Identifying System Board Components
112
Minitower System Board
112
Microtower System Board
114
Index
117
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166 pages
Handbook
204 pages
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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
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