IBM NetVista A60 Type 6838 and A60i Type 6848 User Guide

About this manual

This guide covers safety precautions, hardware identification, and the installation of external accessories such as CD/DVD drives, ADSL modems, and network adapters for the IBM NetVista A60 and A60i models. It also details internal component handling, memory and drive installation, and procedures for updating system firmware and BIOS settings.

Additional sections address battery replacement with the recommended IBM lithium battery (part number 33F8354), laser safety for CD/DVD drives classified as Class 1 devices, and trademark information. The manual includes appendices with technical data, address maps, and interrupt/DMA channel settings.

What's inside

• Safety Instructions
• Introduction and System Identification
• External Accessories Installation
• Internal Component Installation
• System Configuration Update
• Battery Replacement
• Firmware and BIOS Update
• Memory Address Map
• Interrupt and DMA Settings
• Trademark Information

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

Which battery is approved for replacement in the A60 models?

Only the IBM‑specified lithium battery with part number 33F8354 should be used.