Dell 2100/180 Asset Tag Utility, Installing Video Drivers for Windows NT, Restart Windows NT

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Create Driver Diskette

This option allows you to create a diskette that contains SCSI and NIC drivers for the Novell NetWare 3.12 oper- ating system.

NOTE: Be sure to use the SCSI Driver diskettes created from the Dell Server Assistant CD rather than the SCSI drivers provided with the operating system.

Create Adaptec EZ-SCSI Diskette

This option allows you to create a diskette that contains the configuration utility for Adaptec SCSI controllers. The configuration utility works with the optional Adaptec AHA-2940UW and the built-in Adaptec 78xx series SCSI controllers when used with the Novell Net- Ware 3.12 operating system.

Video Drivers

You will need to install the video drivers for the operating system you install on your PowerEdge 2100 system, unless they were installed by Dell. Use the following pro- cedure to install the video drivers for Windows NT. NetWare provides a textual interface and does not require video drivers.

Installing Video Drivers for

Windows NT 3.51

See “Create Operating System Support Diskettes” found earlier in this chapter for instructions on making a dis- kette of software drivers for Windows NT 3.51. After you make the diskette of drivers, use the following procedure to install the video drivers:

1.Insert the diskette of drivers into the diskette drive on your system.

2.Run the Windows NT Display program located in the Control Panel in the Main group.

3.Select Change Display Type.

4.Select Change from the display options; then select Other.

5.When prompted for the correct path, type a:\ATI and press <Enter>.

If the diskette is not in drive A, change the drive let- ter designation as appropriate.

After the system reads the diskette, it displays the ATI Graphics Accelerators option.

6.Select the ATI Graphics Accelerators option; then click Install.

Confirm your choice when prompted to do so, and all appropriate files will be copied to the hard-disk drive.

7.Restart Windows NT.

The system will start up using the ATI mach64 driv- ers in 640 x 480 mode and display an application that allows you to choose a resolution.

The maximum resolutions supported by the built-in ATI mach 64 video controller with 1 MB of video memory are 640 x 480 pixels (16.7 million colors) and 800 x 600 pixels (65,536 colors) (non- interlaced); and 1024 x 768 pixels (256 colors) (interlaced).

NOTE: If you select a resolution that is not sup- ported by the ATI mach64 (264VT) video controller with 1 MB of memory, the operating system will sub- stitute 640 x 480 in 256 colors.

Asset Tag Utility

The Asset Tag utility allows you to enter an asset tag number for your computer. The default System Setup screens (see Figure 4-1, for example) do not show the asset tag number unless you enter one using this utility.

NOTE: The Asset Tag utility works only on systems run- ning MS-DOS ®.

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Contents USER’S Guide Page Safety Instructions When Using Your Computer SystemErgonomic Computing Habits Page When Working Inside Your Computer Protecting Against Electrostatic DischargePage Preface About This GuideWarranty and Return Policy Information Other Documents You May NeedNotational Conventions Typographical Conventions Example autoexec.bat and c\windowsPage System Features IntroductionDell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Connecting External Devices Front PanelSupported Operating Systems Preventing Unauthorized Access Inside the Computer Getting HelpUsing the Dell Server Assistant CD Booting the CDCD Main Menu Run System Utilities Configure the SystemChoose Language Use Online ManualsCreate NetWare 4.x Diskettes Create Operating System Support DiskettesCreate Windows NT Server 3.51 Diskettes Create NetWare 3.12 DiskettesAsset Tag Utility Installing Video Drivers for Windows NTVideo Drivers Restart Windows NTUsing the Asset Tag Utility Asset Tag Command-Line OptionsAssigning and Deleting an Asset Tag Number Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Installing and Configuring Scsi Drivers Scsi Select Default SettingsSCSISelect Utility Basic Host Adapter Settings Boot Device SettingsDefault Scsi Controller Settings Scsi Device Settings Advanced Host Adapter SettingsStarting the SCSISelect Utility Using the Scsi Disk Utilities Installation for Microsoft Win- dows NTUsing SCSISelect Menus Installation OverviewPerforming a Windows NT 4.0 Installation Installing Windows NT 3.51 and the DriverPerforming a Windows NT 3.51 Installation Using Windows NT to Install or Update the DriverInstalling or Updating the Driver With Win- dows NT Swapping a Host Adapter When you see the following message, click OK to exitRemoving a Host Adapter Restart your computerInstallation for Novell NetWare Troubleshooting for Windows NTInstalling EZ-SCSI Calculating the Slot NumberInstalling NetWare and the Driver Performing a NetWare 4.x InstallationPerforming a NetWare 3.12 Installation Load pathname aic7870.dsk options slot=xUsing NetWare to Install or Update the Driver Using the load Command Line OptionsLoad Command Line Options Tagdisable Devenable=Lunenable= IocombineBit Mask Options Sample load CommandUsing Scsi Devices Load pathname aic7870 options slot=xFiles Necessary to Set Up Booting From a Scsi Device Booting From a Scsi DeviceUsing Removable Media Formatting MediaUsing NetWare-Tested and -Approved Drives Drive Status ItemsRead After Write Verify Options Using the NetWare Tape Backup Utility Setting Up a CD-ROM Drive With Net- Ware 3.12 orOptimizing Performance Host-Adapter Specific Troubleshooting for NetWareNon-Host-Adapter Specific OffDell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Configuration Options and System Data Using the System Setup ProgramSystem Setup Screens Title BoxSystem Setup Keys HelpKey Functions Entering the System Setup Program Main Menu of the System Setup ProgramMain Menu Categories Boot Options Submenu Categories Boot Options SubmenuSpeaker Service TagNum Lock MicroprocessorAdvanced Menu of the System Setup Program Advanced Menu CategoriesParallel Port Parallel ModeSerial Port Diskette ControllerSecurity Menu of the System Setup Program Security Menu CategoriesSet Supervisor Password Supervisor Password IsUser Password Is Set User PasswordExit Menu Categories Virus Check ReminderUsing the Password Features Deleting or Changing an Existing Super- visor Password Using Your Supervisor Password to Secure Your SystemOperating With a Supervisor Password Enabled Using the User Password FeatureAssigning a User Password Using Your User Password to Secure Your SystemDeleting or Changing an Existing User Password Disabling a Forgotten PasswordPassword Options Password OptionsResponding to Error Messages Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Using the Eisa Configuration Utility Configuring EISA, ISA, and PCI Expansion CardsSystem Board Options How to Run the Eisa Configura- tion Utility When to Run the Eisa Configu- ration UtilityStarting the Eisa Configuration Utility Making Selections in the Eisa Configu- ration UtilityUsing Online Instructions Important Eisa Configuration Information Learn About Configuring Your ComputerConfigure Computer Main MenuAdd or Remove Boards Adding an Expansion CardView or Edit Details Repositioning an Expansion CardDisplay the list of system board options as follows Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Eisa System Board Options Screen Example Set Date and Set Time Maintain System Configuration DisketteAdvanced Menu Exit From This UtilityView Additional System Information Menu Set Verification Mode MenuResolving Resource Conflicts Maintain SCI Files MenuModeling Mode System Board Options ScreenHow Password Security Works Select the Supervisor Password category Assigning or Changing a Supervisor PasswordDeleting an Existing Supervisor Password Type your new supervisor passwordSelect the User Password category Assigning or Changing a User PasswordDeleting an Existing User Password Type your new user passwordDisabling a Forgotten Password Safety First-For You and Your Computer Working Inside Your ComputerBefore You Begin System Orientation Removing the Computer CoverReplacing the Computer Cover Removing the Front Bezel Replacing the Front BezelUnpacking Your Hardware Option Inside Your ComputerWorking Inside Your Computer Inside the Chassis-Front/Right Side View Inside the Chassis-Back/Left Side View Partially remove the system board assembly from the chassis Removing and Replacing the System Board AssemblyRemoving the System Board Assembly Disconnect the following cables from the system boardReplacing the System Board Assembly Install the system board assembly in the chassisReconnect the cables to the system board Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Installing System Board Options System Board FeaturesExpansion Cards Expansion Card ExamplesInstalling an Expansion Card Expansion SlotsInstalling an Expansion Card Removing an Expansion CardAdding Memory DIMMs and Dimm SocketsMemory Upgrade Kits Dimm Installation GuidelinesInstalling System Board Options Performing a Memory Upgrade Sample Dimm ConfigurationsInstalling a Dimm Installing a Microprocessor Upgrade Removing a DimmRemove the heat sink Remove the microprocessor chip from the socketUnpack the new microprocessor Install the microprocessor chip in the socket Fig- ure 10. Pin-1 Identification12. Installing the Heat Sink Replace the microprocessor securing clipReplacing the System Battery Remove the old batteryInstall the new battery with the side labeled + fac- ing up Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Installing Drives in the External Bays Configuring a DriveJumpers External Drive Bay Hardware Removing and Replacing Front- Panel Inserts Removing and Replacing Plastic InsertsRemoving Metal Inserts Connecting the Drive Removing a Metal InsertInstalling Drives in the External Bays DC Power CablesPrepare the drive for installation Diskette Drive Interface CableInstalling Scsi Drives in the External Bays Verify correct operation of your systemConfigure the controller card if necessary 10 -Pin to 50-Pin Adapter11. Connecting an Optional Scsi Controller Card Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Installing Drives in the Internal Bays Scsi Configuration GuidelinesScsi ID Numbers Device Termination Scsi Termination Jumper LocationsConfiguring the Boot Device Scsi CableScsi Cable for a PowerEdge 2100 System Installing Scsi Hard-Disk Drives in the Internal Bays Unpack each Scsi drive, and prepare it for installationAttach the Scsi cable to each Scsi drive Install the Scsi drives in the hard-disk drive cageReinstall the hard-disk drive cage in the chassis Figure Test the Scsi drivesTechnical Specifications Table A-1. Technical SpecificationsDrives Power Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Hardware Configuration Features Jumpers-A General ExplanationFigure B-1. System Board Jumpers Cardbios VGA Eisa Table B-1. System Board JumpersConnectors and Sockets Table B-2. Connectors and Sockets on the System BoardPorts and Connectors Serial and Parallel PortsSerial Port Connectors Figure B-3. Pin Numbers for the Serial Port ConnectorsParallel Port Connector Keyboard and Mouse ConnectorsTable B-3. Pin Assignments for the Serial Port Connectors Keyboard Connector Mouse ConnectorRED Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Recovering Data Scheduling BackupsBackup Devices Maintaining the SystemCleaning the Computer, Monitor, and Keyboard Exteriors Cleaning System ComponentsRecommended Tools and Accessories Cleaning DrivesHumidity TemperatureEnvironmental Factors AltitudeDust and Particles CorrosionElectromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference Power Source Interruptions MagnetismShock and Vibration Surge Protectors Power Protection DevicesUninterruptible Power Supply Line ConditionersClass a Regulatory NoticesFCC Notices U.S. Only Class BIC Notice Canada Only EN 55022 Compliance Czech Republic OnlyCE Notice Vcci Notices Japan Only Class 1 NoticeClass 2 Notice Wymagania Polskiego Centrum Badañ i Certyfikacji Polish Center for Testing and Certification NoticeKorean Regulatory Notice Pozosta³e instrukcje bez pieczeñstwaRegulatory Notices D-141 Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Limited Three-Year Warranty U.S. Only Warranties and Return PolicyCoverage During Year One Limited Three-Year Warranty Canada Only Coverage During Years Two and ThreeGeneral Warranties and Return Policy E-145 Total Satisfaction Return Policy U.S. and Canada Only Table F-1. Technical Specifications Drives Technical Specifications F-149 Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Glossary BTU BiosBBS BZTCGA CcftCD-ROM CmosDIP DimmDIN DMAECP DTEECC EDOGUI FATFCC HMAISA IPXIRQ ITEMDA LUNMBR MGANtfs NLMNMI NvramPRN PostPqfp PVCScsi ROMRTC SdmsUMB TFTTSR UPSVDS VesaVGA XMM VlsiVram XMS
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