IBM Guide d utilisation A40 Type 6830 6831 6840 A40p Type 6837 6841 6847 A40i Type 2251 2271

About this manual

This guide provides comprehensive instructions for using IBM A40 series computers, including the desktop (6830‑6840), minitower (6837‑6847) and microtower (2251‑2271) models. It covers safety information, hardware installation, optional components, and system configuration.

The document is organized into chapters on product presentation, external and internal option installation for each model, configuration updates, and several annexes covering advanced security, battery replacement, system program updates, address mapping, IRQ/DMA assignments, and additional remarks. This manual is written in French.

What's inside

• Présentation
• Installation des options externes
• Installation des options internes — modèle de bureau
• Installation des options internes — modèle minitour
• Installation des options internes — modèle microtour
• Mise à jour de la configuration
• Annexe A. Utilisation de la sécurité avancée
• Annexe B. Remplacement de la pile
• Annexe C. Mise à jour des programmes système
• Annexe D. Correspondance des adresses système

Frequently asked questions

What safety information should be read before using the product?

Read the general information in the "Consignes de sécurité" section on page ix and the "Annexe F. Remarques" on page 87.

Where can I find instructions to replace the lithium battery?

Battery replacement instructions are provided in Annex B titled "Remplacement de la pile" on page 77.

Where are the address mapping tables located?

Address mapping tables are included in Annex D "Correspondance des adresses système".