IBM 8089, 8088, 8086, 8090, 8087 manual Overview, Information resources

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Overview

Thank you for selecting an IBM® computer. Your computer incorporates many of the latest advances in computer technology and can be upgraded as your needs change.

This publication supports several computer models. Information in this section will help you identify your computer and help you find the chapter that contains information specific to your computer.

Adding hardware options to your computer is an easy way to increase its capabilities. Instructions for installing external and internal options are included in this publication. When adding an option, use these instructions along with the instructions that come along with the option.

Information resources

The Quick Reference that comes with your computer provides information for installing your computer and starting the operating system. It also includes basic troubleshooting information, software recovery procedures, help and service information, and warranty information.

Access IBM, on your desktop, provides a link to more information about your computer.

If you have Internet access, the most up-to-date manuals for your computer are available from the World Wide Web. To access this information, point your browser to

http://www.ibm.com/pc/support

Type your machine type and model number in the Quick path field, and click Go.

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Contents User Guide Types 8086, 8087 Types 8089 Page User Guide Types 8086, 8087 Types 8089 Page Contents Iv User Guide Conditions that require immediate action Important safety informationService General safety guidelinesPower cords and power adapters Plugs and outlets Extension cords and related devicesBatteries Heat and product ventilation CD and DVD drive safetyLithium battery notice Additional safety informationModem safety information To connect To disconnectLaser compliance statement Power supply statementInformation resources OverviewXii User Guide Features Installing optionsVideo subsystem Operating systems preinstalled varies by model type Specifications Available options Supported operating positionsHandling static-sensitive devices Locating the connectors on the front of your computer Installing external optionsLocating the connectors on the rear of your computer Obtaining device drivers Connector DescriptionOpening the cover Identifying parts on the system board Locating componentsInstalling memory Installing options What to do next Installing a PCI adapterWhat to do next Removing and replacing an optical drive Installing internal drivesRemoving and replacing a hard disk drive User Guide Connecting a parallel ATA hard disk drive Integrated cable lock Password protection Security featuresChanging the battery Erasing a lost or forgotten password clearing Cmos Closing the cover and connecting the cables User Guide Starting the IBM Setup Utility program Using the IBM Setup Utility programViewing and changing settings Exiting from the IBM Setup Utility programAdministrator password User passwordSetting, changing, and deleting a password Using Security Profile by DeviceSelecting a startup device Using IDE Drives SetupSelecting a temporary startup device Changing the startup sequenceUser Guide Updating flashing Bios from your operating system Updating flashing Bios from a disketteAppendix A. Updating system programs System programsRecovering from a POST/BIOS update failure Appendix A. Updating system programs User Guide Cleaning an optical mouse Appendix B. Cleaning the mouseCleaning a mouse with a ball User Guide Basic AT commands Appendix C. Manual modem commandsSet Pulse dial as default Low speaker volumeSet Tone Dial as default Internal speaker on until carrier detectedExtended AT commands MNP/V.42/V.42bis/V.44 commands Fax Class 2 commands Fax Class 1 commandsVoice commands Appendix C. Manual modem commands User Guide Tier 1 CRUs Appendix D. Customer replaceable unit CRU parts listTier 2 CRUs User Guide Appendix E. Notices Trademarks Television output noticeIndex Security integrated cable lock Page Part Number 19R2375