Available options
The following are some available options:
vExternal options
–Parallel port devices, such as printers and external drives
–Serial port devices, such as external modems and digital cameras
–Audio devices, such as external speakers for the sound system
–USB devices, such as printers, joysticks, and scanners
–Security device, such as a rope clip
–Monitors
vInternal options
–System memory, called dual inline memory modules (DIMMs)
–Peripheral component interconnect (PCI) adapters
–Accelerated graphics port (AGP) adapters
–Internal drives, such as:
-CD drive or DVD drive (some models)
-Hard disk drive
-Diskette drives and other removable media drives
For the latest information about available options, see the following World Wide Web pages:
vhttp://www.ibm.com/pc/us/options/
vhttp://www.ibm.com/pc/support/
You can also obtain information by calling the following telephone numbers:
vWithin the United States, call
vWithin Canada, call
vOutside the United States and Canada, contact your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative.
Tools required
To install some options in your computer, you might need a
Handling static-sensitive devices
Static electricity, although harmless to you, can seriously damage computer components and options.
When you add an option, do not open the
When you handle options and other computer components, take these precautions to avoid static electricity damage:
vLimit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around you.
vAlways handle components carefully. Handle adapters and memory modules by the edges. Never touch any exposed circuitry.
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