IBM PC 300GL Software Manual - Using Access Ibm
Using Access IBM
Access IBM provides a central location where you can:
Start the IBM Software Selections CD to install additional software, such
as that listed under “Software on the Software Selections CD” on
page 2.
Create a self-starting, diagnostic diskette.
View the IBM International License Agreement for Non-Warranted
Programs.
Register your IBM computer.
Perform some system setup tasks, such as:
– Setting the time and date
– Reading information about arranging your workspace
View online books, such as Understanding Your Personal Computer.
Open IBM Web pages on the World Wide Web, which contain
information about IBM products and technical support. Your computer
must have an Internet connection with a browser installed to use this
option. If your computer does not have an Internet connection, you
can link to selected Web pages on your hard disk.
Access IBM is designed to run as part of the desktop. The program will
continue to run on the desktop until the user turns it off, even after
restarting the computer.
To use Access IBM:
1. If Access IBM is not open, click the Windows Start button; then scroll
to and click Access IBM.
2. In general, to perform tasks or obtain information using Access IBM:
a. Click one of the categories listed on the menu:
Start up
Customize
Get help
View license and warranty
A category-specific menu is displayed under each category.
b. In the category menu, click a topic. When applicable, follow the
instructions that appear on the screen.
Chapter 2. Getting started
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