IBM 2256 Computer Hardware User Manual


 
Chapter 2. General Information
Features
This section provides an overview of the computer features, preinstalled software,
and specifications.
Microprocessor
Intel
®
Pentium
III with 256 KB of internal L2 cache memory and MMX
technology or an Intel Celeron
with 256 KB of internal L2 cache memory and
MMX technology
Memory
v Support for two dual in-line memory modules (DIMMs)
v 512 KB flash memory for system programs
Internal drives
v 3.5-inch, 1.44 MB diskette drive (some models)
v Internal hard disk drive
v EIDE CD drive or DVD drive (some models)
Video controller
Dynamic video memory technology
Audio subsystem
16-bit integrated Sound Blaster Pro compatible audio subsystem
Connectivity
v 10/100 Mbps integrated Intel ethernet controller that supports the Wake on
LAN
®
feature
v Modem (some models)
System management features
v Remote Program Load (RPL) and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
v Wake on LAN
v Wake on Ring (in the Configuration/Setup Utility program, this feature is called
Serial Port Ring Detect for an external modem and Modem Ring Detect for an
internal modem)
v Remote Administration
v Automatic power-on startup
v System Management (SM) BIOS and SM software
v Ability to store POST hardware test results
Input/output features
v 25-pin, Extended Capabilities Port (ECP)/Extended Parallel Port (EPP)
v Two 9-pin serial connectors
v Four 4-pin, USB connectors
v PS/2
®
mouse connector
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