IBM 2197 Manuals

Manuals and User Guides for IBM 2197. We have 11 IBM 2197 manuals available for free PDF download: User Manual, Manual De L'utilisateur, Guida Per L'utente, Brugervejledning, Maintenance Service Manual, Hardware Maintenance Manual

IBM 2197 User Manual (208 pages)

IBM Personal Computer User Manual

Brand: IBM | Category: Desktop | Size: 4.76 MB

User Guide
1
Table of Contents
3
Notices
9
Conventions Used in this Book
10
Safety Information
11
Installation
11
Safety While Working with Hardware
12
Connecting Your Computer
12
Modem Safety Information
13
Lithium Battery Notice
14
Regulatory Safety Notice for the CD-ROM and DVD-ROM Drive
14
Laser Compliance Statement
15
Consignes de Sécurité
16
Consignes de Sécurité Lors de la Manipulation du Matériel
17
Regulatory Notices
21
Canadian Department of Communications Certification Label
22
North American Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement
24
European Community Directive Conformance Statement
25
Trademarks
25
Year 2000 Notice Information
26
Ergonomics
29
Arranging Your Work Area
29
Positioning the Monitor
30
Positioning the Keyboard
30
Part 1. Learning about this Book
33
Using this Book
34
How this Book Is Organized
34
Where to Find more Information
37
Part 2. Support Information
38
Helpware Support and Services
39
What Do I Do First
39
What Is IBM Helpware
39
Need Quick Help
39
What Can I Do on My Own
40
Printed Documentation
40
Online Documentation
40
Help Files
40
Readme Files
40
Ibm Update Connector
41
How Do I Get Help Electronically
42
Electronic Support
42
How and When Do I Contact the IBM PC Helpcenter
43
What Help Can I Get by Telephone
43
Software Technical Support
44
Additional Support
44
Hardware Warranty Service
44
Before You Call
45
How and When Do I Purchase Additional Support
47
Purchasing Additional Helpware Services
47
Flat Rate
48
Single Incident
48
Express Maintenance
51
Part 3. Controlling System Settings
53
Getting Started
54
Controlling Monitor Settings
55
Getting the Best Performance from Your Monitor
55
Power Saver Feature
56
Changing Display Settings
56
Controlling Volume
59
Adjusting the Speaker Volume
59
Getting Ready to Print
60
Setting up Communications
61
Connecting Your Modem to the Telephone Network
61
Configuring Your Communications Software
62
Configuring Your Computer for a Connection to the Internet
63
The IBM Internet Connection Services
63
The Microsoft Network
64
The Internet Connection Wizard
64
Using the Rapid Access II Keyboard
64
Power Management Features
66
Software Shutdown
67
Using the Software Shutdown Feature
67
System Standby
68
Using the Windows 98 Start Menu
68
Using the Power Button
68
Using the Power Management Feature in Windows 98
70
Monitor Standby
71
BIOS Setup Configuration
72
Configuration/Setup Utility Overview
73
Entering Setup
75
When the Computer Is on
75
When the Computer Is off
75
Working with the Setup Menus
76
Configuration/Setup Utility Menu
76
Viewing System Information and Product Data
77
Changing Parameter Settings
78
Loading the Default Settings
78
Canceling Changes
79
Exiting Setup
79
Setup Parameters
80
Devices and I/O Ports
80
Usb Controller
81
Usb Keyboard Support
81
Ide Drives Setup
81
Ide Hdd Block Mode
82
Video Setup
82
Init Display First
82
Start Options
83
Boot up Floppy Seek
84
Boot up Numlock Status
84
Gate A20 Option
85
Typematic Rate Setting
85
Halt on
86
Date and Time
86
Advanced Setup
87
Power Management Setup
87
Video off Method
88
Modem Use Irq
88
Automatic Power on
89
Clock Generator Configuration
90
Set Password
90
Using Other Configuration Utilities
91
Part 4. Upgrading and Replacing Hardware
92
Preparing to Upgrade
93
Evaluating Your New Hardware
94
For Conflicts with System Resources Used by Adapter Cards
94
For Conflicts with Other System Resources
94

IBM 2197 User Manual (214 pages)

Brand: IBM | Category: Desktop | Size: 4.73 MB

User Guide
1
Table of Contents
5
Notices
11
Conventions Used in this Book
12
Safety Information
13
Installation
13
Safety While Working with Hardware
14
Connecting Your Computer
14
Modem Safety Information
15
Lithium Battery Notice
16
Regulatory Safety Notice for the CD-ROM and DVD-ROM Drive
16
Laser Compliance Statement
17
Consignes de Sécurité
18
Consignes de Sécurité Lors de la Manipulation du Matériel
19
Regulatory Notices
23
Canadian Department of Communications Certification Label
24
North American Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement
26
European Community Directive Conformance Statement
27
Trademarks
27
Year 2000 Notice Information
28
Ergonomics
31
Arranging Your Work Area
31
Positioning the Monitor
32
Positioning the Keyboard
32
Part 1. Learning about this Book
35
Chapter 1. Using this Book
37
How this Book Is Organized
37
Where to Find more Information
40
Part 2. Support Information
41
Chapter 2. Helpware Support and Services
43
What Do I Do First
43
What Is IBM Helpware
43
Need Quick Help
43
What Can I Do on My Own
44
Printed Documentation
44
Online Documentation
44
Help Files
44
Readme Files
44
Ibm Update Connector
45
How Do I Get Help Electronically
46
Electronic Support
46
How and When Do I Contact the IBM PC Helpcenter
47
What Help Can I Get by Telephone
47
Software Technical Support
48
Additional Support
48
Hardware Warranty Service
48
Before You Call
49
How and When Do I Purchase Additional Support
51
Purchasing Additional Helpware Services
51
Flat Rate
52
Single Incident
52
Chapter 3. Express Maintenance
55
Part 3. Controlling System Settings
57
Chapter 4. Getting Started
59
Controlling Monitor Settings
60
Getting the Best Performance from Your Monitor
60
Power Saver Feature
61
Changing Display Settings
61
Controlling Volume
64
Adjusting the Speaker Volume
64
Adjusting the Headphone Volume
65
Getting Ready to Print
67
Setting up Communications
68
Connecting Your Modem to the Telephone Network
68
Configuring Your Communications Software
69
Configuring Your Computer for a Connection to the Internet
70
The IBM Internet Connection Services
70
The Microsoft Network
70
The Internet Connection Wizard
71
Using the Rapid Access II Keyboard
71
Chapter 5. Power Management Features
73
Software Shutdown
74
Using the Software Shutdown Feature
74
System Standby
75
Using the Windows 98 Start Menu
75
Using the Power Button
75
Using the Power Management Feature in Windows 98
77
Monitor Standby
78
Chapter 6. BIOS Setup Configuration
79
Configuration/Setup Utility Overview
80
Entering Setup
82
When the Computer Is on
82
When the Computer Is off
82
Working with the Setup Menus
83
Configuration/Setup Utility Menu
83
Viewing System Information and Product Data
84
Changing Parameter Settings
85
Loading the Default Settings
85
Canceling Changes
86
Exiting Setup
86
Setup Parameters
87
Devices and I/O Ports
87
Usb Controller
88
Usb Keyboard Support
88
Ide Drives Setup
88
Ide Hdd Block Mode
89
Video Setup
89
Init Display First
89
Start Options
90
Boot up Floppy Seek
91
Boot up Numlock Status
91
Gate A20 Option
92
Typematic Rate Setting
92
Halt on
93
Date and Time
93
Advanced Setup
94
Power Management Setup
94
Video off Method
95
Modem Use Irq
95
Clock Generator Configuration
97
Set Password
97
Using Other Configuration Utilities
99

IBM 2197 User Manual (206 pages)

Brand: IBM | Category: Desktop | Size: 0.64 MB

User Guide
1
Table of Contents
3
Notices
9
Conventions Used in this Book
10
Safety Information
11
Installation
11
Safety While Working with Hardware
12
Connecting Your Computer
12
Modem Safety Information
13
Lithium Battery Notice
14
Regulatory Safety Notice for the CD-ROM and DVD-ROM Drive
14
Laser Compliance Statement
15
Consignes de Sécurité
16
Consignes de Sécurité Lors de la Manipulation du Matériel
17
Regulatory Notices
21
Canadian Department of Communications Certification Label
22
North American Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement
24
European Community Directive Conformance Statement
25
Trademarks
25
Year 2000 Notice Information
26
Ergonomics
29
Arranging Your Work Area
29
Positioning the Monitor
30
Positioning the Keyboard
30
Part 1. Learning about this Book
33
Using this Book
35
How this Book Is Organized
35
Where to Find more Information
38
Part 2. Support Information
39
Helpware Support and Services
41
What Do I Do First
41
What Is IBM Helpware
41
Need Quick Help
41
What Can I Do on My Own
42
Printed Documentation
42
Online Documentation
42
Help Files
42
Readme Files
42
Ibm Update Connector
43
How Do I Get Help Electronically
44
Electronic Support
44
How and When Do I Contact the IBM PC Helpcenter
45
What Help Can I Get by Telephone
45
Software Technical Support
46
Additional Support
46
Hardware Warranty Service
46
Before You Call
47
How and When Do I Purchase Additional Support
49
Purchasing Additional Helpware Services
49
Flat Rate
50
Single Incident
50
Express Maintenance
53
Part 3. Controlling System Settings
55
Getting Started
55
Controlling Monitor Settings
58
Getting the Best Performance from Your Monitor
58
Power Saver Feature
59
Changing Display Settings
59
Controlling Volume
62
Adjusting the Speaker Volume
62
Getting Ready to Print
63
Setting up Communications
64
Connecting Your Modem to the Telephone Network
64
Configuring Your Communications Software
65
Configuring Your Computer for a Connection to the Internet
66
The IBM Internet Connection Services
66
The Microsoft Network
66
The Internet Connection Wizard
67
Using the Rapid Access II Keyboard
67
Power Management Features
69
Software Shutdown
70
Using the Software Shutdown Feature
70
System Standby
71
Using the Windows 98 Start Menu
71
Using the Power Button
71
Using the Power Management Feature in Windows 98
73
Monitor Standby
74
BIOS Setup Configuration
75
Configuration/Setup Utility Overview
76
Entering Setup
78
When the Computer Is on
78
When the Computer Is off
78
Working with the Setup Menus
79
Configuration/Setup Utility Menu
79
Viewing System Information and Product Data
80
Changing Parameter Settings
81
Loading the Default Settings
81
Canceling Changes
82
Exiting Setup
82
Setup Parameters
83
Devices and I/O Ports
83
Usb Controller
84
Usb Keyboard Support
84
Ide Drives Setup
84
Ide Hdd Block Mode
85
Video Setup
85
Init Display First
85
Start Options
86
Boot up Floppy Seek
87
Boot up Numlock Status
87
Gate A20 Option
88
Typematic Rate Setting
88
Halt on
89
Date and Time
89
Advanced Setup
90
Power Management Setup
90
Video off Method
91
Modem Use Irq
91

IBM 2197 Maintenance Service Manual (199 pages)

micro tower and desktop models

Brand: IBM | Category: Desktop | Size: 4.61 MB

Table of Contents
3
Notices
6
Voltage Supply Switch Settings
6
Safety Information
7
Laser Compliance Statement
36
Trademarks
37
General Information
38
Preface
38
General Information
39
Introduction
40
Product Overview
40
Hardware Interfaces
44
CMOS Reset
46
Flash (BIOS) Update Procedure
47
BIOS-Contained Model Number and Serial Number
48
BIOS Setup Utility
49
- Working with the Setup Menus
  49
- Start Options
  51
- Advanced Setup
  53
- Power Management Setup
  57
- ISA Legacy Resource
  59
- Set Password
  59
Specifications
60
Operating Requirements
61
Special Tools
62
Checkprocedures
63
Introduction
64
- Check Procedures
  64
Start
66
Index of Symptoms, Messages, Error Codes, or Beeps
70
Troubleshooting
85
- Factory-Installed Storage Devices
  86
- Factory-Installed Modem Card
  88
- Audio (Not Supported by Diagnostics Program)
  90
- CD-ROM Drive
  91
- Memory
  93
- Keyboard
  93
- Mouse
  94
- Power Supply
  96
- Monitor
  99
- Undetermined Problems
  101
Diagnostic Aids
103
Introduction
104
Power-On Self Test
104
Diagnostics Tools
105
- Using Diagnostics Program from Recovery CD
  105
- Diagnostics Program Features
  106
Removals and Replacements of Machine Type 2193, 2194, and 6345
110
Identifying the Parts of the System Unit
111
Top Cover
113
- Adapter Cards
  114
- Diskette Drive
  116
- CD-ROM Drive
  118
Hard Disk Drive
119
System Board
120
- 17. Power Supply
  121
- Memory (DIMM)
  123
- Power Supply
  123
Removals and Replacements of Machine Type 2196, 2197, and 6344
124
Identifying the Parts of the System Unit
125
Top Cover
127
- Adapter Cards
  128
- Diskette Drive
  130
- CD-ROM Drive
  131

IBM 2197 Hardware Maintenance Manual (198 pages)

Brand: IBM | Category: Desktop | Size: 1.02 MB

Table of Contents
9
Notices

13
- Voltage Supply Switch Settings
  13
- Safety Information
  14
- Laser Compliance Statement
  40
- Trademarks
  41
- Preface
  42
General Information

43
- Introduction
  44
- Product Overview
  44
- Hardware Interfaces
  48
- CMOS Reset
  50
- Flash (BIOS) Update Procedure
  50
- BIOS-Contained Model Number and Serial Number
  51
- BIOS Setup Utility
  52
  - Working with the Setup Menus
    52
  - Start Options
    54
  - Advanced Setup
    56
  - Power Management Setup
    59
  - ISA Legacy Resource
    61
  - Set Password
    61
- Specifications
  62
- Operating Requirements
  63
- Special Tools
  63
Check Procedures

65
- Introduction
  66
- Start
  67
- Index of Symptoms, Messages, Error Codes, or Beeps
  71
- Troubleshooting
  88
  - Factory-Installed Storage Devices
    89
  - Factory-Installed Modem Card
    91
  - Audio (Not Supported by Diagnostics Program)
    93
  - CD-ROM Drive
    95
  - Memory
    96
  - Keyboard
    97
  - Mouse
    98
  - Power Supply
    100
  - Monitor
    103
  - Undetermined Problems
    105
- Diagnostic Aids
  107
- Introduction
  108
- Power-On Self Test
  108
  - Diagnostics Tools
    109
  - Using Diagnostics Program from Recovery CD
    109
  - Diagnostics Program Features
    110
Repair Information

113
- Removals and Replacements for Machine Types 2193, 2194 and 6345
  114
  - Removals and Replacements for Machine Type 2193, 2194 and 6345
    114
  - Identifying the Parts of the System Unit
    115
  - Top Cover
    117
  - Adapter Cards
    118
  - Diskette Drive
    120
  - CD-ROM Drive
    122
  - Hard Disk Drive
    123
  - System Board
    124
  - Power Supply
    127
  - Memory (DIMM)
    127
- Removals and Replacements for Machine Types 2196, 2197
  128
- And 6344
  128
  - Removals and Replacements for Machine Type 2196, 2197
    128
  - Identifying the Parts of the System Unit
    129
  - Top Cover
    131
  - Adapter Cards
    132
  - Diskette Drive
    133
  - CD-ROM Drive
    134
  - Hard Disk Drive
    135
  - System Board
    136
  - Power Supply
    139
  - Memory (DIMM)
    139

IBM 2197 Maintenance Service Manual (163 pages)

For Micro Tower & Desktop Models

Brand: IBM | Category: Desktop | Size: 13.45 MB

Table of Contents
3
Notices
5
Voltage Supply Switch Settings
5
Safety Information
6
Laser Compliance Statement
31
Trademarks
32
Preface
33
General Information
35
Introduction
36
Product Overview
37
Hardware Interfaces
40
CMOS Reset
41
Flash (BIOS) Update Procedure
42
BIOS-Contained Model Number and Serial Number
43
BIOS Setup Utility
44
- Working with the Setup Menus
  44
  - Changing Parameter Settings
    45
  - Load Default Settings
    45
- Start Options
  46
- Advanced Setup
  47
  - Usb Keyboard Support
    48
  - Video Setup
    48
  - Init Display First
    48
- Power Management Setup
  49
- Set Password
  49
Specifications
50
Operating Requirements
51
Special Tools
52
Checkprocedures
53
Introduction
54
Start
55
Index of Symptoms, Messages, Error Codes, or Beeps
57
Troubleshooting
67
- Factory-Installed Storage Devices
  68
- Factory-Installed Modem Card
  70
- Audio (Not Supported by Diagnostics Program)
  71
- CD-ROM Drive
  73
- Memory
  74
- Keyboard
  75
- Mouse
  76
- Power Supply
  77
- Monitor
  79
- Undetermined Problems
  80
Diagnostic Aids
81
Introduction
82
Power-On Self Test
83
Diagnostics Tools
84
- Using Diagnostics Program from Recovery CD
  84
- Diagnostics Program Features
  84
Repairing Information
87
Removals and Replacements of Machine Types 2193, 2194, and 6345
88
Identifying the Parts of the System Unit
89
- Top Cover
  91
- Adapter Cards
  92
- Diskette Drive
  93
- CD-ROM Drive
  94
- Hard Disk Drive
  95
- System Board
  96
- Power Supply
  97
- Memory (DIMM)
  98
Removals and Replacements of Machine Type 2196, 2197, and 6344
99

(French) IBM 2197 Manual De L'utilisateur (226 pages)

User Guide for Aptiva and NetVista 2196 and 2197 systems (French)

Brand: IBM | Category: Desktop | Size: 4.37 MB

(Italian) IBM 2197 Guida Per L'utente (206 pages)

User Guide for Aptiva and NetVista 2196 and 2197 systems (Italian)

Brand: IBM | Category: Desktop | Size: 10.12 MB

(Swedish) IBM 2197 User Manual (194 pages)

User's Guide - IBM PC300 (6344) (Swedish)

Brand: IBM | Category: Desktop | Size: 9.85 MB

Table of Contents
3
Allmänna Anmärkningar
9
Handbokens Utformning
10
Säkerhetsanvisningar
11
Installation
11
Säkerhet VID Arbete Med Utrustning
12
Ansluta Datorn
12
Batteri
13
Säkerhetsanvisningar För CD- Och DVD-Enheter
14
Information Om Laserprodukter
15
Information Om EU-Anspassning Och Om Varumärken
16
Eus Lagstiftning Om Elektromagnetisk Kompatibilitet
16
Varumärken
16
Information Om År 2000-Status
17
Ergonomi
20
Ordna Arbetsplatsen
20
Del 1. Om den Här Boken
23
Använda den Här Handboken
25
Handbokens Uppläggning
25
Mer Information
28
Del 2. Information Om Support
29
Support Och Tjänster
31
Vad Gör Jag Först
31
Vad Är IBM Helpware
31
Om Jag Behöver Hjälp Direkt
31
Vad Kan Jag Göra Själv
32
Ibm Update Connector
33
Hur Får Jag Hjälp På Elektronisk Väg
34
Elektronisk Support
34
Hur Och När Kan Jag Kontakta IBM PC Helpcenter
35
Vilken Hjälp Kan Jag Få Per Telefon
35
Innan du Ringer
37
Hur Och När Kan Jag Mot en Avgift Få Support
39
Anlita Helpware Mot en Avgift
39
Expressunderhåll
43
Del 3. Systeminställningar
45
Starta Datorn
45
Inställningar För Bildskärmen
48
Förbättra Bildskärmens Prestanda
48
Energisparande Lägen
49
Ändra Inställningar För Bildskärmen
49
Reglera Ljudvolymen
52
Reglera Volymen I Högtalarna
52
Installera en Skrivare
53
Ställa in Kommunikation
54
Ansluta Modemet Till Telenätet
54
Konfigurera Kommunikationsprogrammen
55
Konfigurera Datorn För Anslutning Till Internet
56
IBM Internet Connection Services
56
The Microsoft Network
57
Guiden Internet-Anslutning
57
Använda Rapid Access II-Tangentbordet
57
Energisparfunktioner
59
Avstängning Med Kommandot Avsluta
60
Använda Operativsystemets Kommando För Avstängning
60
Vänteläge
61
Med Hjälp Av Startmenyn I Windows 98
61
Välja Vänteläge Med Strömbrytaren
61
Använda Energisparfunktioner I Windows 98
63
Vänteläge För Bildskärmen
64
Konfigureringsverktyg
65
Översikt Över Konfigureringsprogrammet
66
Starta Konfigureringsprogrammet
68
När Datorn Är På
68
När Datorn Är Avstängd
68
Konfigureringsprogrammets Menyer
69
Konfigureringsprogrammets Meny
69
Visa Systeminformation Och Produktinformation
70
Ändra Inställningar
71
Läsa in Standardinställningar
71
Ångra Ändringar
72
Avsluta Konfigureringsprogrammet
72
Inställningar I Konfigureringsprogrammet
73
Devices and I/O Ports
73
Usb Controller
74
Usb Keyboard Support
74
Ide Drives Setup
74
Ide Hdd Block Mode
75
Video Setup
75
Init Display First
75
Start Options
76
Virus Warning
77
Boot up Floppy Seek
77
Boot up Numlock Status
77
Gate A20 Option
78
Typematic Rate Setting
78
Halt on
79
Date and Time
79
Advanced Setup
80
Power Management Setup
80
Video off Method
81
Modem Use Irq
81
Automatic Power on
82
Clock Generator Configuration
83
Set Password
83
Använda Andra Konfigureringsverktyg
84
Del 4. Uppgradera Och Byta Ut Maskinvara
85
Förbereda en Uppgradering
87
Kontrollera den Nya Maskinvaran
88

(Danish) IBM 2197 Brugervejledning (200 pages)

User Guide for Aptiva and NetVista 2196 and 2197 systems (Danish/Dansk)

Brand: IBM | Category: Desktop | Size: 13.78 MB

Table of Contents
3
Bemærkninger

9
- Standarder Brugt I Denne Bog
  9
- Sikkerhedsforskrifter
  11
- Bemærkning Vedrørende År 2000
  17
- Ergonomi
  20
- Indretning Af Arbejdspladsen
  20
Del 1. Om Denne Bog

23
Om Denne Bog

25
- Bogens Opbygning
  25
- Andre Oplysninger
  28
Del 2. Oplysninger Om Hjælp

29
Helpware - Support Og Service

31
Ekspresvedligeholdelse

43
Del 3. Konfiguration

45
Kom Godt I Gang

47
Funktionsstyring

61
- Lukning Af Computeren
  62
  - Funktionen Luk Computeren
    62
- Standby
  63
  - Standby Vha. Menuen Start I Windows 98
    63
  - Standby Vha. Afbryderen
    63
- Brug Af Strømstyring under Windows 98
  65
- Skærm-Standby
  66
Konfigurationsfunktioner

67
Del 4. Opgradering Og Udskiftning Af Hardware

89
Forberedelse Til Opgradering

91

(Polish) IBM 2197 User Manual (226 pages)

User Guide for Aptiva and NetVista 2196 and 2197 systems (Polish)

Brand: IBM | Category: Desktop | Size: 4.88 MB

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Notices

General Information

Check Procedures

Repair Information

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Avis Aux Lecteurs Canadiens

Remarques

Partie 1. Présentation

Introduction

Partie 2. Informations Sur Le Support Technique

Helpware - Services Et Assistance

Express Maintenance

Partie 3. Vérification des Paramètres du Système

Mise en Route

Fonctions de Gestion de L'alimentation

Programme de Configuration du BIOS

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Informazioni Particolari

Parte 1. Informazioni Sul Manuale

Come Consultare Questo Manuale

Parte 2. Informazioni Relative All'assistenza

Servizi Ed Assistenza Helpware

Express Maintenance

Parte 3. Controllo Delle Impostazioni del Sistema

Introduzione

Funzioni DI Risparmio Energia

Impostazione del Programma DI Utilità Per la Configurazione del BIOS

Parte 4. Potenziamento E Sostituzione Dell'hardware

Potenziamento Dell'hardware

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Del 1. Om Denne Bog

Om Denne Bog

Del 2. Oplysninger Om Hjælp

Helpware - Support Og Service

Ekspresvedligeholdelse

Del 3. Konfiguration

Kom Godt I Gang

Funktionsstyring

Konfigurationsfunktioner

Del 4. Opgradering Og Udskiftning Af Hardware

Forberedelse Til Opgradering

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