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2.When the Welcome screen appears, read the information on the screen and press <Enter>.

The Main Menu appears as follows:

Main Menu

Learn about configuring your computer Configure computer

Set date Set time

Maintain system configuration diskette Exit from this utility

The first option in the menu is already highlighted.

3.Press <Enter> to read the online overview of the EISA Configuration Utility.

After reading the online overview, you are ready to use the program to configure your computer for any EISA expansion cards currently installed or any ISA expansion cards that will be installed in your com- puter’s expansion slots.

Main Menu

The following five sections describe each of the menu options in the Main Menu and the submenus for those options.

Learn About Configuring Your Computer

The Learn About Configuring Your Computer option presents an overview of the configuration process. As you finish reading a screen, press <Enter> to view the next screen. Press <F10> to return to the Main Menu.

Configure Computer

The Configure Computer option takes you through the configuration process step by step. Use this option the first time you configure your system and every time you change your configuration through the EISA Configura- tion Utility.

When you select Configure Computer, the following menu appears on the screen:

Steps in configuring your computer Step 1:Important EISA configuration information

Step 2:Add or remove boards Step 3:View or edit details

Step 4:Examine switches or print report Step 5:Save and exit

NOTES: If you enabled the supervisor password through the System Setup program or through the EISA Configu- ration Utility, the EISA utility prompts you for the supervisor password when you select Configure Com- puter. If you enter the supervisor password correctly, the utility displays the Steps in Configuring Your Computer menu and allows you to make changes to the EISA Sys- tem Board Options screen when you select Step 3: View or Edit Details from the menu.

If you enter a user password instead of a supervisor pass- word, you will get the following message:

This is a user password. In step 3 of the next screen you may view but not edit details.

If you enter the supervisor password incorrectly three times, the EISA Configuration Utility displays the follow- ing message:

This is an incorrect password. In step 3 of the next screen you may view but not edit details.

The following subsections describe each of the options (steps) shown in the Steps in Configuring Your Computer menu.

Step 1: Important EISA Configuration Information

The Step 1: Important EISA Configuration Information option uses seven information screens to explain the EISA configuration process and how it differs from the ISA configuration process. After reading the first screen, press <Enter> to see the next one. When you have fin- ished reading all seven screens, press <Esc> to return to the Steps in Configuring Your Computer menu.

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Contents USER’S Guide Page Ergonomic Computing Habits Safety InstructionsWhen Using Your Computer System Page When Working Inside Your Computer Protecting Against Electrostatic DischargePage Preface About This GuideNotational Conventions Warranty and Return Policy InformationOther Documents You May Need Typographical Conventions Example autoexec.bat and c\windowsPage System Features IntroductionDell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Supported Operating Systems Connecting External DevicesFront Panel Preventing Unauthorized Access Inside the Computer Getting HelpCD Main Menu Using the Dell Server Assistant CDBooting the CD 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 NTAssigning and Deleting an Asset Tag Number Using the Asset Tag UtilityAsset Tag Command-Line Options Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide SCSISelect Utility Installing and Configuring Scsi DriversScsi Select Default Settings Default Scsi Controller Settings Basic Host Adapter SettingsBoot Device 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=xLoad Command Line Options Using NetWare to Install or Update the DriverUsing the load 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 MediaRead After Write Verify Options Using NetWare-Tested and -Approved DrivesDrive Status Items Optimizing Performance Using the NetWare Tape Backup UtilitySetting Up a CD-ROM Drive With Net- Ware 3.12 or 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 BoxKey Functions System Setup KeysHelp 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 System Board Options Using the Eisa Configuration UtilityConfiguring EISA, ISA, and PCI Expansion Cards How to Run the Eisa Configura- tion Utility When to Run the Eisa Configu- ration UtilityUsing Online Instructions Starting the Eisa Configuration UtilityMaking Selections in the Eisa Configu- ration Utility 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 Before You Begin Safety First-For You and Your ComputerWorking Inside Your Computer Replacing the Computer Cover System OrientationRemoving 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 boardReconnect the cables to the system board Replacing the System Board AssemblyInstall the system board assembly in the chassis 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 DimmUnpack the new microprocessor Remove the heat sinkRemove the microprocessor chip from the socket 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 Jumpers Installing Drives in the External BaysConfiguring a Drive External Drive Bay Hardware Removing Metal Inserts Removing and Replacing Front- Panel InsertsRemoving and Replacing Plastic 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 ID Numbers Installing Drives in the Internal BaysScsi Configuration Guidelines 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 ConnectorsTable B-3. Pin Assignments for the Serial Port Connectors Parallel Port ConnectorKeyboard and Mouse 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 AltitudeElectromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference Dust and ParticlesCorrosion Shock and Vibration Power Source InterruptionsMagnetism Surge Protectors Power Protection DevicesUninterruptible Power Supply Line ConditionersClass a Regulatory NoticesFCC Notices U.S. Only Class BCE Notice IC Notice Canada OnlyEN 55022 Compliance Czech Republic Only Class 2 Notice Vcci Notices Japan OnlyClass 1 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 Coverage During Year One Limited Three-Year Warranty U.S. OnlyWarranties and Return Policy General Limited Three-Year Warranty Canada OnlyCoverage During Years Two and Three 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 UPSVGA VDSVesa XMM VlsiVram XMS
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