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IBM IntelliStation A Pro User Manual

IBM IntelliStation A Pro
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Welcome. . .
Thank you for buying an IBM
IntelliStation A Pro computer.
This contains
information for setting up,
installing options, and configuring
your computer.
This book also contains
information for every day use,
and solving problems.
You can find the most current
information about your
computer on the IBM Web site at:
http://www.ibm.com/pc/support
Installation Guide
Installation Guide
Type 6224
IntelliStation A Pro
Go to the Computer Support
flow chart
Start the computer
Complete the setup
program
Set up the computer
Did the computer
start correctly?
Do you plan
to use Windows XP or
Red Hat Linux ?
Install another
operating system
Ye s
Ye s
No
No
System is ready to use.
• Register your computer:
Go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/register/
• Install options and applications

Table of Contents

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IBM IntelliStation A Pro Specifications

General IconGeneral
ProcessorIntel Pentium 4 or Intel Xeon
RAMUp to 8 GB
Memory TypeDDR SDRAM
Form FactorTower
NetworkIntegrated Gigabit Ethernet
Operating SystemWindows XP Professional
PortsUSB, Serial, Parallel
Optical DriveDVD-ROM

Summary

IntelliStation A Pro Installation Guide

Installation Guide

The primary document guiding the installation process.

Computer Support Overview

Troubleshooting Flowchart

Visual guide for diagnosing and resolving computer problems.

Safety Information

Electrical Hazard Warning

Shock Hazard Prevention

Critical safety precautions to prevent electrical shock from cables.

Component Safety Warnings

Lithium Battery Precautions

Specific caution regarding lithium battery replacement and its hazards.

Laser Product Safety

Cautionary notes and dangers associated with laser products.

Lifting and Power Safety

Safe Lifting Practices

Advises on safe lifting practices for heavy equipment.

Power Disconnection Procedure

Explains how to completely remove electrical current from the device.

Critical Safety Statements

Power Supply Cover Warning

Warning against removing covers on power supplies due to hazardous energy levels.

Lead Exposure Warning

Warning about lead exposure from cords and handling precautions.

Chapter 1. Introduction

Features and Specifications Overview

Computer Controls and Indicators

External Connectors

Chapter 2. Installing the Hardware

Hardware Installation Considerations

Installation Guidelines and Reliability

Prerequisites and guidelines before installing hardware options.

Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

Electrostatic Discharge Precautions

Precautions to minimize damage from electrostatic discharge.

System Board Connector Locations

Internal System Board Connectors

External System Board Connectors

Removing Computer Covers

Support Bracket Removal and Installation

Bezel and Adapter Installation Notes

Adapter Installation Guidance

Notes on installing adapter cards in the computer.

Adapter Installation Details

Installing Internal Drives

Laser Device Safety Precautions

Laser Product Safety Notes

Cautionary notes for laser products.

Completing the Installation Process

Turning the Computer On

Chapter 3. Installing Software

Built-in Configuration Programs Overview

Introduces available built-in configuration programs.

Software Configuration Utilities

Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility

Step-by-step guide to start the Configuration/Setup Utility.

Ethernet Boot Agent Configuration

Steps to enable the Ethernet boot agent.

Adaptec HostRAID Configuration Programs

Instructions for using Adaptec RAID and SCSISelect utilities.

Serial ATA RAID Configuration

Enabling SATA HostRAID Feature

Steps to enable the SATA HostRAID feature.

SCSI RAID Configuration

Enabling SCSI HostRAID Feature

Steps to enable the SCSI HostRAID feature.

ServeRAID Manager Usage

RAID Controller Configuration

Ethernet and SCSI Utility Configuration

Starting the SCSISelect Utility Program

Steps to start the SCSISelect utility program.

Chapter 4. Completing the Installation

Registering Your Computer with IBM

Importance and methods for registering the computer with IBM.

Creating Diagnostic and Recovery Diskettes

Emergency Recovery-Repair Diskette Creation

Steps to create an emergency recovery-repair diskette.

Creating Enhanced Diagnostics Diskettes

Creating Diagnostics Diskette from Web

Steps to create the diagnostics diskette from the web.

Chapter 5. Solving Problems

Overview of Diagnostic Tools

Introduction to diagnostic tools for hardware problems.

Power-On Self-Test (POST) Diagnostics

Interpreting POST Error Messages

Table of POST error messages and suggested actions.

Troubleshooting Common Drive Issues

Troubleshooting Input Device Problems

Troubleshooting Component Issues

Troubleshooting Power and System Board Issues

Power Problems and System Board LEDs

Troubleshooting steps for power issues and system board LEDs.

Product Recovery Program Usage

Limitation of Liability for IBM Products

Exclusions of Specific Damages

Exclusions of liability for specific types of damages.

Electronic Emission Compliance Statements

EU EMC Directive and Power Cord Information

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