IBM 704 manual Introducing the PC Server

Chapter 1. Introducing the PC Server 704

Your IBM PC Server 704 offers multiple (up to four) Intel Pentium Pro microprocessor capability, so that you can take advantage of symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) technology. You can maximize the benefits of this technology, provided that you have an SMP-capable operating system, such as one of the following, installed in your server:

ŸOS/2 for SMP

ŸOS/2 LAN Server 4.0 Advanced

ŸMicrosoft Windows NT Server 3.51

Note: For the latest information about SMP operating systems supported by your PC Server 704:

ŸIn the U.S., call 1-800-772-2227.

ŸIn Canada, call 1-800-565-3344.

ŸIn all other countries, contact the IBM support organization that services your area, your IBM marketing representative, or your IBM reseller.

Your server also has a built-in peripheral component interconnect (PCI) advanced bus. This bus and the Pentium Pro microprocessors combine to create a high-performance local area network (LAN) server platform to handle heavy file-server applications or moderate database applications. All models have two embedded SCSI-2 controllers and offer super video graphics array (SVGA) graphics.

As an open-architecture, industry-standard system, the PC Server 704 has been tested for compatibility with numerous IBM and non-IBM adapters and devices. Rugged dependability is achieved by incorporating various quality standards and design points.

Your PC Server 704 comes with a full three-year, on-site limited warranty, plus IBM PC Server Startup Support. Some PC Server 704 models also come with IBM ServerGuide.

Refer to the Setup sheet for instructions for setting up and cabling your server.

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