IBM 704 manual Diagnostic Files, Device Drivers

ISA/EISA Configuration

To create a unique .CFG file for an ISA adapter:

1.At the System Configuration Utility program Main Menu screen, select Add and Remove Boards.

2.Press F6 (Define ISA).

3.At the ISA Definition screen, type in the adapter manufacturer and description (for example, IBM Token Ring).

Refer to the adapter documentation for information about specific configuration parameters, such as interrupt request levels (IRQs) or direct memory access (DMA) channels, that are required for the adapter. Then, follow the instructions on the screen to enter the appropriate parameters.

4.After you type in all of the appropriate parameters, press F10 to save the data.

5.At the Main Menu screen, select Save Configuration.

Note: PCI devices do not require .CFG files.

Diagnostic Files

The Diagnostic program that comes with your server is the primary method of testing the server. Some optional devices and adapters come with option-specific diagnostic files. These files provide a more specialized test of the option. “About the Test Programs” on page 219 provides additional information about installing and using diagnostic files. Refer to the documentation that came with the option for information on installing and running option-specific diagnostics.

Device Drivers

Device drivers are programs designed to support a specific type of hardware device. They provide instructions that enable the server to interact with the device, or to take advantage of a device's special feature. The device driver might ship with the operating system, the application program, or on an option diskette. Not all devices require device drivers. Refer to the documentation that came with the option for additional information.

60PC Server 704 User's Handbook