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chapter in the Using Your Personal Computer booklet. Also, you might find updated
device drivers and files on the World Wide Web or BBS.
3. Your hard disk is divided into multiple file allocation table (FAT) partitions. The
C partition contains Windows 98 and the other preinstalled software. The other
partitions are formatted but contain no files.
4. At your earliest opportunity, create the following diskettes:
a. An IBM Enhanced Diagnostic diskette. This self-starting diskette can be used to
isolate problems with your computer. (For instructions on creating the
diskette, see Chapter 5, “Using Your Diagnostic Programs” on page 21.)
b. A backup copy of the CD-ROM Setup Boot Disk, if this diskette is provided
with your computer. (If the diskette comes with your computer, it is packaged
with the Microsoft Windows 98 CD.)
Ready-to-Install Software
Ready-to-install software is provided on your Ready-to-Configure Utility Program CD
and your hard disk. In addition to some of your IBM-preinstalled programs and
device drivers, your CD and hard disk also contain additional software. You decide
which programs to install, based on your needs. This section describes some of the
additional software that might be included on the CD. Note 1 lists the ready-to-install
software that is on your hard disk.
Notes:
1. Norton AntiVirus for IBM, ConfigSafe, IBM System Management Tools, and
Enhanced Diagnostic
ready-to-install software is on your hard disk and the
Ready-to-Configure Utility Program CD. See “Using the Software Installation
Program” on page 8 for information on installing these programs.
2. The actual software on the Ready-to-Configure Utility Program CD is subject to
change and might be different from the following list. Some similar software for
other operating systems (listed on page 17) is also on the CD. Additional
information about the CD is in Chapter 4.
CoSession Remote
A communication tool that enables an IBM technician or in-house
administrator to diagnose and fix computer problems from a remote
location. The connection can be made through a modem or a LAN
connection.
IBM Global Network
Dialer
Software that enables you to dial into the World Wide Web through
the IBM Global Network. If you install this software, you will also be
able to install the Netscape Navigator browser.
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