IBM NetVista A60 Type 6833 / A60i Type 6832 User Guide

About this manual

This guide introduces the IBM NetVista A60 series, covering safety precautions, general information, and the hardware identification of the A60 ‘Type 6833 and A60i Type 6832 models. It includes references to the safety section (page ix) and legal notices.

The manual details installation of internal and external options, connector locations, memory and card installation, configuration of PCI cards, and procedures for updating the system, resetting a lost CMOS password, and replacing the internal battery. Annexes provide additional notes and a battery‑replacement guide. This manual is written in French.

What's inside

• Consignes de sécurité
• Identification de l'ordinateur
• Installation des options
• Emplacement des connecteurs
• Installation de mémoire
• Mise à jour de la configuration
• Effacement du mot de passe CMOS
• Annexe A – Remplacement de la pile
• Annexe B – Mise à jour du système

Frequently asked questions

What safety information should be read before using the IBM NetVista A60?

Read the general information in the “Consignes de sécurité” section (page ix) before using the product.

How can a lost CMOS password be cleared on the IBM NetVista A60?

The guide describes an “Effacement d'un mot de passe perdu ou oublié (par effacement de CMOS)” procedure to reset a forgotten password.

Where can I find instructions to replace the internal battery?

Battery‑replacement instructions are provided in Annex A titled “Remplacement de la pile”.

Which keyboard layouts are supported for the NetVista A60 in France and Canada?

The French keyboard uses an AZERTY layout, while the French‑Canadian keyboard uses a QWERTY layout.