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15.When you see the following message, click OK to exit:

The changes you have made will not take effect until the computer is restarted.

If this message does not appear, no changes have been made to the Windows NT system configuration.

16.Restart your computer and Windows NT. Some drive letter assignments may have changed from the previous configuration.

Removing a Host Adapter

Removing a PCI expansion-card SCSI controller is as simple as physically removing it from its slot when your computer is shut down. Windows NT boots and functions properly in this configuration, but a warning message is generated every time you boot Windows NT.

CAUTION: If you have removed a host adapter but still have other host adapters of the same type installed in your computer, do not use Windows NT Setup to remove the device driver.

To eliminate the warning message, you must update the Windows NT software configuration as follows:

1.Select and start the Windows NT Setup program. There is a brief pause while Windows NT Setup scans your hardware configuration.

2.Select the Options pull-down menu, and then select Add/Remove SCSI Adapters. The SCSI Adapter setup program displays a list of all host adapters currently installed.

3.Select the host adapter you want to remove, and click Remove. When the Windows NT Setup pro- gram asks you for confirmation, click OK.

Because SCSI device drivers are loaded during sys- tem start-up and because they may be needed to load Windows NT itself, a screen may appear warning you that Windows NT may not start if you remove the SCSI adapter.

4.When you are sure you are removing the correct host adapter type, click OK.

5.Return to step 3 if you want to remove driver sup- port for other types of host adapters, or click Close to exit the SCSI adapters portion of Win- dows NT Setup.

6.Close the Windows NT Setup program. When the following message appears, click OK to exit:

The changes you have made will not take effect until the computer is restarted.

If this message does not appear, no changes have been made to the Windows NT system configuration.

7.Restart your computer.

NOTE: The Windows NT Setup program does not delete the device driver from your hard-disk drive; it only updates Windows NT software configuration information so that the device driver is no longer loaded during sys- tem start-up.

Swapping a Host Adapter

The procedure for swapping one type of host adapter for another is similar to the procedure for adding a host adapter, except that you make all software configuration changes while Windows NT is running, before you make the hardware changes.

1.Install the driver for the new host adapter by fol- lowing the steps in “Installing or Updating the Driver With Windows NT 3.51” found earlier in this section.

It is not essential to remove the device driver for the host adapter you are replacing. Windows NT dynam- ically detects the absence or presence of host adapter hardware, and no problems should arise if you leave the existing device driver installed. You can remove the device driver later, after you have successfully rebooted Windows NT. However, if you leave the driver in, the system alerts you with an error mes- sage about the extra device driver every time you boot. See “Removing a Host Adapter” found earlier in this section.

2.Once the new device driver is installed, shut down Windows NT and replace the existing host adapter.

3.Restart your computer and Windows NT. Some drive letter assignments may have changed from the previous configuration.

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Contents USER’S Guide Page When Using Your Computer System Safety InstructionsErgonomic Computing Habits Page When Working Inside Your Computer Protecting Against Electrostatic DischargePage Preface About This GuideOther Documents You May Need Warranty and Return Policy InformationNotational Conventions Typographical Conventions Example autoexec.bat and c\windowsPage System Features IntroductionDell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Front Panel Connecting External DevicesSupported Operating Systems Preventing Unauthorized Access Inside the Computer Getting HelpBooting the CD Using the Dell Server Assistant CDCD Main Menu Configure the System Choose LanguageRun System Utilities Use Online ManualsCreate Operating System Support Diskettes Create Windows NT Server 3.51 DiskettesCreate NetWare 4.x Diskettes Create NetWare 3.12 DiskettesInstalling Video Drivers for Windows NT Video DriversAsset Tag Utility Restart Windows NTAsset Tag Command-Line Options Using the Asset Tag UtilityAssigning and Deleting an Asset Tag Number Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Scsi Select Default Settings Installing and Configuring Scsi DriversSCSISelect Utility Boot Device Settings Basic Host Adapter SettingsDefault Scsi Controller Settings Scsi Device Settings Advanced Host Adapter SettingsStarting the SCSISelect Utility Installation for Microsoft Win- dows NT Using SCSISelect MenusUsing the Scsi Disk Utilities Installation OverviewInstalling Windows NT 3.51 and the Driver Performing a Windows NT 3.51 InstallationPerforming a Windows NT 4.0 Installation Using Windows NT to Install or Update the DriverInstalling or Updating the Driver With Win- dows NT When you see the following message, click OK to exit Removing a Host AdapterSwapping 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 the load Command Line Options Using NetWare to Install or Update the DriverLoad Command Line Options Devenable= Lunenable=Tagdisable IocombineSample load Command Using Scsi DevicesBit Mask Options Load pathname aic7870 options slot=xBooting From a Scsi Device Using Removable MediaFiles Necessary to Set Up Booting From a Scsi Device Formatting MediaDrive Status Items Using NetWare-Tested and -Approved DrivesRead After Write Verify Options Setting Up a CD-ROM Drive With Net- Ware 3.12 or Using the NetWare Tape Backup UtilityOptimizing Performance Troubleshooting for NetWare Non-Host-Adapter SpecificHost-Adapter Specific OffDell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Using the System Setup Program System Setup ScreensConfiguration Options and System Data Title BoxHelp System Setup KeysKey Functions Entering the System Setup Program Main Menu of the System Setup ProgramMain Menu Categories Boot Options Submenu Categories Boot Options SubmenuService Tag Num LockSpeaker MicroprocessorAdvanced Menu of the System Setup Program Advanced Menu CategoriesParallel Mode Serial PortParallel Port Diskette ControllerSecurity Menu of the System Setup Program Security Menu CategoriesSupervisor Password Is User Password IsSet Supervisor Password Set User PasswordExit Menu Categories Virus Check ReminderUsing the Password Features Using Your Supervisor Password to Secure Your System Operating With a Supervisor Password EnabledDeleting or Changing an Existing Super- visor Password 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 Configuring EISA, ISA, and PCI Expansion Cards Using the Eisa Configuration UtilitySystem Board Options How to Run the Eisa Configura- tion Utility When to Run the Eisa Configu- ration UtilityMaking Selections in the Eisa Configu- ration Utility Starting the Eisa Configuration UtilityUsing Online Instructions Learn About Configuring Your Computer Configure ComputerImportant Eisa Configuration Information 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 Maintain System Configuration Diskette Advanced MenuSet Date and Set Time Exit From This UtilitySet Verification Mode Menu Resolving Resource ConflictsView Additional System Information Menu Maintain SCI Files MenuModeling Mode System Board Options ScreenHow Password Security Works Assigning or Changing a Supervisor Password Deleting an Existing Supervisor PasswordSelect the Supervisor Password category Type your new supervisor passwordAssigning or Changing a User Password Deleting an Existing User PasswordSelect the User Password category Type your new user passwordDisabling a Forgotten Password Working Inside Your Computer Safety First-For You and Your ComputerBefore You Begin Removing the Computer Cover System OrientationReplacing 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 Removing and Replacing the System Board Assembly Removing the System Board AssemblyPartially remove the system board assembly from the chassis Disconnect the following cables from the system boardInstall the system board assembly in the chassis Replacing the System Board AssemblyReconnect 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 microprocessor chip from the socket Remove the heat sinkUnpack 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 Configuring a Drive Installing Drives in the External BaysJumpers External Drive Bay Hardware Removing and Replacing Plastic Inserts Removing and Replacing Front- Panel 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 Scsi Configuration Guidelines Installing Drives in the Internal BaysScsi 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 installationInstall the Scsi drives in the hard-disk drive cage Reinstall the hard-disk drive cage in the chassis FigureAttach the Scsi cable to each Scsi drive 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 ConnectorsKeyboard and Mouse Connectors Parallel Port ConnectorTable B-3. Pin Assignments for the Serial Port Connectors Keyboard Connector Mouse ConnectorRED Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Scheduling Backups Backup DevicesRecovering Data Maintaining the SystemCleaning System Components Recommended Tools and AccessoriesCleaning the Computer, Monitor, and Keyboard Exteriors Cleaning DrivesTemperature Environmental FactorsHumidity AltitudeCorrosion Dust and ParticlesElectromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference Magnetism Power Source InterruptionsShock and Vibration Power Protection Devices Uninterruptible Power SupplySurge Protectors Line ConditionersRegulatory Notices FCC Notices U.S. OnlyClass a Class BEN 55022 Compliance Czech Republic Only IC Notice Canada OnlyCE Notice Class 1 Notice Vcci Notices Japan OnlyClass 2 Notice Polish Center for Testing and Certification Notice Korean Regulatory NoticeWymagania Polskiego Centrum Badañ i Certyfikacji Pozosta³e instrukcje bez pieczeñstwaRegulatory Notices D-141 Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Warranties and Return Policy Limited Three-Year Warranty U.S. OnlyCoverage During Year One Coverage During Years Two and Three Limited Three-Year Warranty Canada OnlyGeneral 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 Bios BBSBTU BZTCcft CD-ROMCGA CmosDimm DINDIP DMADTE ECCECP EDOFAT FCCGUI HMAIPX IRQISA ITELUN MBRMDA MGANLM NMINtfs NvramPost PqfpPRN PVCROM RTCScsi SdmsTFT TSRUMB UPSVesa VDSVGA Vlsi VramXMM XMS
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