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Chapter 2 System Setup
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2.5 How to Install Software to the HDD
Installing software requires an installed HDD. Software can be loaded
in the PPC-A84/A120 using any of four methods:
2.5.1 Method 1: Use the Ethernet
You can use the Ethernet port to download software to the HDD.
2.5.2 Method 2: Use an FDD
The FDD port is located on the rear panel. Unscrew the two screws
and detach the metal plate. Attach a communication cable and a power
cable to the FDD port, then attach them to an FDD drive. Insert a disk
containing the software in FDD drive to proceed the installation.
2.5.3 Method 3: Use the COM or parallel port
You can use Lap Link 6 or similar transmission software. Connect
another PC to the PPC-A84/A120 with an appropriate cable and
transmit the software to the PPC-A84/A120.
2.5.4 Method 4: Use a 3.5" HDD or CD-ROM
Please refer to Section 2.4.1 "Installing one external IDE (3.5" HDD/
CD-ROM) device".