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NUMBER 293-347
DATE 930629
TITLE IBM PC DOS VERSION 6.1
ABSTRACT PC DOS Version 6.1 is the significantly enhanced primary
operating system for entry-level IBM and compatible OEM personal
computer systems. PC DOS Version 6.1 features a library of
integrated DOS utilities that result from alliances with
award-winning software vendors and IBM Research. The utilities
include:
o Disk compression *
o Anti-virus
o Full-screen backup
o New full-screen editor
o Program scheduler.
PC DOS Version 6.1 provides important additional features such
as new hardware support (PEN, PCMCIA), a memory optimizer to access
more memory in order to run applications better, a program scheduler
with a full-screen calendar that allows day or night program
scheduling, and a powerful new editor that provides new capabilities,
such as draw, box, sort and add, plus the ability to edit multiple
files. In addition, the DOS kernel is smaller and overall
performance is improved. PC DOS Version 6.1 extends memory expansion
to 8086/88 and 80286 systems by providing device drivers that can
utilize a wide variety of video and expanded memory adapters to load
applications high.
Two versions of the product are offered: a base product for
new systems, and a full PC DOS Version 6.1 upgrade package capable of
upgrading over any existing DOS (Version 2.1, or higher, installed on
a hard disk) at a significantly reduced cost.
DOS 5.02 continues to be available to customers who do not
require PC DOS 6.1 utilities and features.
* Disk compression will not be included in the product initially.
It is planned to be available, at no additional charge, by
September 30, 1993. To obtain disk compression after
availability, submit the special coupon included in the product
shipment group. Allow four to six weeks for delivery.
Planned Availability Date: July 26, 1993, except disk
compression, which has a planned availability date of
September 30, 1993.
IN BRIEF . . .
o Improves and optimizes memory management and performance
o Significantly increases the amount of data that can be stored on
the hard disk
o Improves backup performance and features
o Provides robust file protection against computer viruses
o Allows programs or DOS commands to run unattended with flexible
new scheduler
o Provides easy-to-use installation
o Improves editing capabilities
o Offers new device support with PEN extensions
o Provides PCMCIA Card Services (PCMCS) support.
PRODNO 5871-AAA
61G1550
61G1551
71G2245
71G2246
OVERVIEW DESCRIPTION
o Improves memory management and performance with enhanced EMM386
support and a memory optimizer, RAMBoost, that automatically
improves use of the available upper memory
o Increases the amount of data that can be stored on the hard disk
with a robust disk compression utility
o Improves backup capability with a full-function, award-winning,
full-screen backup utility with a friendly user interface and
extensive online help; tape backup support also included
o Provides industrial-strength file protection against generic lab,
polymorphic and stealth computer viruses with a DOS anti-virus
utility
o Allows full-function generic program scheduling with a full
screen scheduler utility with an easy-to-use calendar interface
that supports unattended operation and makes other tools such as
defrag, anti-virus and backup more useful
o Provides powerful and flexible standard editor, E Editor, that
edits multiple files, supports margins and tabs and includes
macros that do addition, drawing and sorting
o Provides PEN support for PEN-based systems running PEN-aware or
PEN-unaware applications, and also allows users to write using
the mouse without a pen
o Provides Personal Computer Memory Card International Association
(PCMCIA) II -- the new standard for credit-card-sized hardware
options -- allowing hot pluggability, power management and
support for a wide array of device drivers and utilities.
USER PRODUCTIVITY
User productivity is improved by significantly increasing application
and disk storage space, improving ease-of-use in installation, and
providing new, easy-to-use DOS utilities and commands.
GROWTH ENABLEMENT
Growth is enabled by allowing applications to easily and optimally
utilize more of the systems memory, disk capacity, and compatibility
with DOS extensions. In addition, PC DOS 6.1 is enhanced with new
device support for mobile computers and PEN-based systems --
important new industry directions.
SYSTEM MANAGEMENT
Auditability, data integrity and security tools are integrated at low
cost.
INVESTMENT PROTECTION
SUPPORTS OLD SYSTEMS AND OPTIONS: PC DOS Version 6.1 will provide a
compatible DOS environment on the 8088/8086/80286/80386/80486 family
of products (except PCjr (TM), AT (R)/370, and XT (TM)/370) marketed
by IBM and OEMs at PC DOS Version 6.1 general availability. Assuming
equivalent systems configurations and adequate memory, applications
that execute on one processor will execute similarly on all other
processors (except for performance and known incompatibilities
between system units).
(TM) Trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
(R) Registered trademark of International Business Machines
Corporation.
MAINTAINS INTERFACES (COMPATIBILITY): PC DOS Version 6.1 continues
to provide an open system architecture that can be expanded via
system extensions, device drivers and future enhancements. It also
continues to allow applications to use DOS extensions. Application
interfaces have been maintained and tested.
PROVIDES EASY UPGRADE: PC DOS Version 6.1 provides full PC DOS
function with installation specific programs that allow and aid
previous IBM and compatible DOS users to upgrade to PC DOS
Version 6.1 at a significantly lower price. A prior version of IBM
or compatible DOS (Version 2.1, or higher) must exist on the
installation system hard disk.
PRODUCT POSITIONING
PC DOS Version 6.1 should be considered cross-industry and in OEM
channels as the primary operating system for the entry level IBM and
IBM-compatible personal computer systems. PC DOS Version 6.1 should
also be considered as the operating system for non-entry IBM and
IBM-compatible systems, when advanced solutions, very large memory,
storage protection and multi-tasking are not required.
The PC DOS kernel is based off the MS (1)-DOS 6 kernel and is
compatible with Windows (1) 3.X, Windows Applications, DOS extenders
and DOS applications.
IBM is committed to DOS and DOS customers. IBM is making a
real investment in upgrading DOS users with state-of-the-art
utilities and hardware support (PEN, PCMCIA).
PC DOS Version 6.1 features competitive, award-winning DOS
utilities, which surpass those offered in the MS-DOS 6 product.
(1) Trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
CUSTINFO PUBLICATIONS
The following publications are available from IBM and the IBM
fulfillment house (800-426-7282) immediately after general
availability. To order, contact your IBM representative or call
800-426-7282.
ORDER NUMBERS
IBM
TITLE MECHANICSBURG FULFILLMENT
DOS 6.1
Documentation Only S61G-1552 Not Available
DOS 6.1 Keyboards
and Code Pages S71G-3629 71G3629
DOS 6.1
Command Reference
and Error Messages S71G-3634 71G3634
DOS 5.02
Technical Reference* Z52G-9932 52G9932
* The DOS 5.02 Technical Reference is also applicable for PC DOS
6.1.
The PC DOS Version 6.1 U.S. English publications will be
available as online books through IBM. For ordering information,
contact your dealer, IBM representative, or call 800-472-4772.
TECHINFO TECHNICAL INFORMATION
SPECIFIED OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
MACHINE REQUIREMENTS: PC DOS Version 6.1 will operate on all
Intel-based personal computers (8088, 286, 386, and higher).
The minimum processor system memory required for PC DOS
Version 6.1 installation is 512KB. A new system (one without a
previous version of DOS installed) should also have a 720KB, 1.44MB
or 2.88MB 3.5-inch or a 360KB or 1.2MB 5.25-inch "A:" diskette drive.
The PC DOS Version 6.1 Upgrade requires a system with a prior version
of DOS (Version 2.1, or higher) installed on the hard disk.
Installation on upgrade systems can occur either from any diskette
drive or from the network to the hard disk.
PROGRAMMING REQUIREMENTS
COMPATIBILITY: PC DOS Version 6.1 maintains upward compatibility
with prior versions of IBM DOS. Support of functions supported on
previous levels will be continued, unless a specific function is no
longer supported by IBM. Functions no longer supported in PC DOS
Version 6.1 include QBASIC and BASICA. However, QBASIC and BASICA
from prior versions of DOS should continue to run compatibly with PC
DOS Version 6.1.
LIMITATIONS: Applications supported on previous levels of DOS should
run compatibly with PC DOS Version 6.1. However, with each release
of DOS, adding new features introduces some incompatibilities. Below
is a list of changes that may cause compatibility problems.
o A20 Gate Handling.
DOS 5.0 toggled the A20 line on and off as needed and
resulted in a performance penalty but aided compatibility with
older applications that made assumptions about the state of A20.
PC DOS Version 6.1, when loaded high (DOS=HIGH), keeps the A20
line enabled for performance reasons. If users find that this is
a problem they should load DOS low (DOS=LOW).
o No BACKUP.COM
The BACKUP command has been replaced with the new
full-screen backup program CPBACKUP. CPBACKUP is superior in
every way to BACKUP but incompatible, both in name, switches and
backup format. To enable users to restore backups made with
previous releases of DOS the RESTORE command will be shipped as
part of PC DOS Version 6.1. Also if the user has BACKUP.COM, it
will not be deleted when PC DOS Version 6.1 is installed.
o New SMARTDRV
The SMARTDRV disk cache program is redesigned totally
causing the invocation and command line options to change.
Install will automatically make the necessary changes to
CONFIG.SYS and AUTOEXEC.BAT.
o MIRROR replaced with DATAMON
Some of the function of the DOS 5.0 MIRROR command is
integrated into DATAMON. Users that used to run MIRROR will need
to run DATAMON instead.
o EDIT replaced with E
The DOS 5.0 full-screen editor EDIT is replaced in PC DOS
Version 6.1 with E. E is superior to EDIT in functionality but
has a different user interface. Users that select EDITOR from
the DOSSHELL and expect EDIT will get E instead. Install will
not delete the users DOS 5.0 EDIT and QBASIC so current EDIT
users can still run it. E was purposely not named EDIT to make
this possible.
o No BASICA or QBASIC
PC DOS Version 6.1 will not ship any BASIC interpreter.
Customers that already have DOS installed can still run their
BASIC or QBASIC product because install does not delete it.
o Disk Compression
Compressed disks represent a departure from current DOS
versions. Users who compress their hard disk will not be able to
boot an older version of DOS and view files on their hard disk.
Compressed diskettes are also possible with PC DOS Version 6.1
but pose no compatibility problem since they contain a TSR
program which will allow the diskette to be read by systems
running older versions of DOS.
PERFORMANCE CONSIDERATIONS
PLANNING INFORMATION
IBM TECHNICAL SUPPORT FOR PC DOS VERSION 6.1 PRELOADED ON IBM PC
HARDWARE: Technical Support may be provided by the PS Programming
Support Center or by the PC HelpCenter (R) depending on the hardware
system the customer purchased. For customers supported by the PC
HelpCenter, the customer will call 800-772-2227. The HelpCenter is
available 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week. If after analysis, a
product defect is suspected, the suspected defect is forwarded to the
DOS Product Support Group for resolution.
(R) Registered trademark of International Business Machines
Corporation.
IBM TECHNICAL SUPPORT FOR THE PC DOS VERSION 6.1 RETAIL PACKAGE: IBM
technical support is available for a period of 60 days. An
entitlement process will ensure that each customer receives 60 days'
free service. The 60-day period begins when the customer makes the
first call to the PS Programming Support Center. After 60 days,
service offerings are available. The service offerings and the
service entitlement process are described at the end of this section.
PS PROGRAMMING SUPPORT CENTER: The telephone number for service is
800-992-4777. Telephone calls may be placed to the Support Center 24
hours/day, 7 days/week. End users may call the Support Center at any
time; however, the normal hours for technical support are 8:00 a.m.
to 8:00 p.m., Eastern time, Monday through Friday; and 9:00 a.m. to
6:00 p.m., Eastern time on Saturday and Sunday. During these hours,
calls placed to the Support Center are switched to a technician via
live call transfer.
Calls placed to the PS Programming Support Center outside the
hours for normal technical support, are placed in a Queue in RETAIN
(TM). The customer would be called back during the normal hours of
technical support. During technical support operation, IBM will
provide telephone assistance in solving a technical usage problem or
attempt to provide a circumvention or bypass for a code or
documentation problem. If a problem is reported that requires
development resolution, the customer is told that the problem
reported appears to be in the product code. The customer is placed
on an interested party list and is notified when corrected code is
available.
(TM) Trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
CENTRAL SERVICE: IBM Central Service will respond, upon request from
an end user, to a defect in the unaltered portion of a supported
release or licensed program. Corrective service includes corrected
documentation, corrected code, notice of availability of corrected
code, or a restriction or a bypass as determined by IBM. Defect
support is only applicable if found to occur in the operating
environment in which the product was intended.
SUPPORT FOR LARGE ACCOUNTS: Technical coordinators and IBM
representatives have access to a RETAIN file via IBMLink (TM). The
RETAIN file provides product defect information such as the
description of a defect, the severity of the defect and the current
status relative to resolution.
(TM) Trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
CORRECTIVE SERVICE
CIRCUMVENTION OR BYPASS: A circumvention or a bypass may be provided
by IBM to correct a given problem. This corrective action is
provided by IBM Technical Support operating in live call transfer
mode.
PRIVATE FIXES: Private Fixes are given to a specific customer to
correct a specific problem.
SERVICEPAKS (CSDS): Corrective Service Diskettes, referred to as
ServicePaks, will be released as needed during the period of service
for the product. ServicePaks contain accumulated "code fixes" during
that period. ServicePaks are installed by the customer at the
customer's location using a CSD Installation Program. Notification
of the availability of the latest ServicePak will be posted on the
PCC BBS and TalkLink Bulletin Board System.
ServicePaks may be obtained from one of the following sources:
o PS Programming Support Center
A call is placed to the PS Programming Support Center,
800-992-4777, by an end user with a problem. If IBM Level 2
support has determined that a ServicePak is available that fixes
the problem reported, the customer can receive the latest
ServicePak. An order is placed on the Retain file and sent to
the CSD distribution center in Boulder, Colorado. A Valid PMR
number is a prerequisite for placing an order in Retain for a
ServicePak. The ServicePak is then mailed to the end user from
the distribution center in Boulder. The mailing address is that
which was reported to IBM at the time the problem was submitted.
The following can obtain ServicePaks using the methodology just
described:
- Dealers registered as Technical Advisors
- Dealers not registered as Technical Advisors
- Registered Technical Coordinators
- IBM representatives
- Any end user who has acquired a license to PC DOS
Version 6.1.
o The Dealer or Point-of-Sale
ServicePaks may be obtained from authorized dealers. The
end user may be asked by the dealer to furnish the required
diskettes. The Dealers have the following sources for obtaining
ServicePaks.
- Dealers who are not Technical Advisors
-- PS Programming Support Center
-- Download from the Electronic Bulletin Board System (PCC
BBS)
o 404-835-6600, before September 1993
o 919-517-0001, after September 1993.
- Dealers who are registered as Technical Advisors
-- Using The PCC BBS Electronic Ordering System
-- Download from the Electronic Bulletin Board System (PCC
BBS)
o Obtaining ServicePaks Via PCC BBS
The PCC BBS is available 24 hours-per-day. Registered
Technical Advisors have access to the Bulletin Board System which
offers a menu of services as part of the Technical Advisor
program. Dealers who are not Technical Advisors and all other
end users have access to the Bulletin Board System on a toll call
basis. The toll number for the PCC BBS is 404-835-6600 before
September 1993, and 919-517-0001 after September 1993.
Requirements for asynchronous electronic connection to the
Bulletin Board System are:
- A modem that supports 1200 to 9600 baud communication
- Communication software that supports 8-bit file transfer
- A switched telephone line
- The modem should be set at
-- Eight data bits
-- No parity
-- One-stop bit
-- Standard transmission speed from 1200 to 9600 baud.
The end user is instructed to "refer to the bulletin
titled CORRECTIVE SERVICE INFORMATION on the Bulletin Board
System for instructions once connected".
o Downloading ServicePaks (CSDs) from the PCC Bulletin Board System
Registered Technical Advisors have this service as one of
the services available on the Technical Advisor Menu. Other end
users, including dealers who are not registered Technical
Advisors may select this function after connecting to the
Bulletin Board System on a toll call basis. The CSD download
includes the actual corrective service diskette in binary image,
a README file with instructions to the end user in how to perform
the installation and a licensed program that converts the binary
images to diskette at the receiving workstation. After the
download has completed, the end user is then told how to do the
installation with information contained in the README file.
o Electronic Ordering of ServicePaks (CSDs) on the PCC BBS
Dealers who are registered Technical Advisors may order
CSDs as one of the services provided on the Technical Advisor
menu. The Dealer specifies his or her name and mailing address.
A program operating on the server generates a file which is
basically the same file created by the Retain system when a level
2 support person places an order for a CSD. The difference is
that with the electronic ordering system, a valid PMR number is
not a prerequisite to order a CSD. The Retain file is then sent
by electronic file transfer to the VMNODE in Boulder that
contains the CSD ordering program. A CSD mail order is then
issued to the name and address specified in the file that was
electronically generated. Post office box numbers are not
considered valid addresses by the Boulder CSD distribution
system.
o Obtaining ServicePaks (CSDs) from the TalkLink Bulletin Board
System
Customers who subscribe to TalkLink receive a package that
includes the communications program as well as instructions on
how to connect to TalkLink. Customers download ServicePaks from
TalkLink by selecting the ServicePak from the menu of services
offered on the TalkLink software libraries.
o Obtaining ServicePaks (CSDs) from the local IBM office
Any end user who has acquired a license to PC DOS
Version 6.1 may obtain the latest level ServicePak from a local
IBM office if the end user has a problem and a ServicePak is
available that fixes the problem.
IBM representatives supporting large accounts have ready
access to ServicePaks (CSDs) on VMPCPROD.
PROBLEM DETERMINATION PROCEDURES
SERVICE INFORMATION: The Service Information is contained within the
product shipment group for PC DOS Version 6.1. Service information
is printed on the inside back cover of the User's Guide. It contains
the telephone number of the IBM Support Center. The customer is told
what to do relative to problem determination before contacting IBM
for support. The end user is given guidelines in where to go for
additional technical information and is told how to obtain
ServicePaks (CSDs) from IBM. The customer is also told they have
free technical support for a period of 60 days, and that the 60-day
period begins when the first call is made to IBM for support. The
customer is told that service offerings will be available after the
60 day free period and to contact the PS Programming Center at
800-992-4777 to find out more about the offerings.
ELECTRONIC BULLETIN BOARD SYSTEMS
PCC BULLETIN BOARD SYSTEM: The IBM PC Company Electronic Bulletin
Board System (PCC BBS), is owned and maintained by the IBM PC
Company.
Registered Technical Advisors have a variety of services such
as ordering information, technical bulletins and corrective service
diskette (CSD) downloading. Other end users may access the Bulletin
Board System by calling the toll number (providing they have the
hardware/software required). The toll number is 404-835-6600, before
September 1993, and 919-517-0001 after September 1993.
The major services provided by the PCC BBS are:
o End User Message Conferencing
Questions are placed on the BBS by end users and answers
are appended to the question by other end users.
o News and Announcements
View recent information regarding products and services.
o Software Library
The customer can download application programs, device
drivers, ServicePaks (CSDs), and SelectPaks (Fixes).
o Electronic Ordering of ServicePaks (CSDs)
This service is available to Technical Advisors only. The
order is sent to the CSD distribution center in Boulder and the
ServicePak is mailed to the dealer who placed the electronic
order.
TALKLINK: The TalkLink Bulletin Board System is owned by the
Electronic Information and Delivery Systems organization located in
Atlanta, Georgia.
IBM TalkLink is the world wide IBM Electronic Bulletin Board
System available via a subscription.
o Conferences and Forums
There are several DOS Question and Answer Bulletin Boards
on TalkLink. These Q & A Bulletin Boards contain several PC DOS
Version 6.1 related topics. The items posted here are shared
between BBS users and IBM personnel worldwide.
o Customer to Customer Messaging
Private messages can be sent to other TalkLink customers.
o News and Announcements
View recent information regarding products and services.
o Search Service
Search IBM databases in an interactive mode. This
facility includes a large Q & A database, IBM Center Flashes, and
IBM problem management libraries. The customer will find
information on problems and fixes.
o Set Display Options
The customer can customize for personal choice such as
display colors.
o Support
The customer can view or submit problem reports that
receive the prompt attention of IBM. The customer can also place
orders for product related materials.
o Software Library
The customer can download application programs, device
drivers, ServicePaks (CSDs), and SelectPaks (Fixes).
SERVICE ENTITLEMENT AND SERVICE OFFERINGS
ENTITLEMENT: Customers who obtain PC DOS Version 6.1 are entitled to
60 days free technical support. The 60 days free support begins when
the customer makes his or her first telephone call to IBM. When a
customer calls IBM for support, they are asked to provide the serial
number of their product, which is printed on separate stickers
included in the product shipment group. The customer is instructed
to place one of these stickers on the back cover of the User's Guide
for easy reference. The product serial number is used to entitle the
customer to 60 days free support. There is no limit to the number of
times the customer can contact IBM for support within the 60 day free
support period.
SERVICE OFFERINGS: After the 60 day free support period, the
customer will be given the option to obtain one or more service
offerings that will be made available by IBM. The customer is told
in the service information (printed on the inside of back cover of
the User's Guide) that they can find out more about these offerings
by contacting the PS Programming Support Center at 800-992-4777.
DEFINITIONS
END USER: An End User may be a System Engineer, Technical
Coordinator, a Dealer, and any other person who uses DOS in its
intended operating environment.
SERVICEPAKS (CSDS): Corrective Service Diskettes, referred to as
ServicePaks contain corrected code that address problems reported by
customers. The corrected code contains an accumulation of code fixes
(APARs) that address code defects reported.
TECHNICAL ADVISOR: A dealer that has registered with the National
Support Center as a Technical Advisor. The Technical Advisor package
includes a set of services available on an Electronic Bulletin Board
System.
TECHNICAL COORDINATOR: A person who has been designated to
coordinate technical and service activity for others. This person is
an employee of an account that is serviced by IBM direct channel
marketing and support.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES: Customers are expected to perform problem
determination procedures and to seek assistance when required. Those
end users who have access to technical Coordinators and Registered
Technical Advisors are expected to obtain assistance from those
sources before contacting IBM with a problem. Customers are expected
to furnish additional data when requested to do so by IBM. Customers
are also responsible to install Corrective Service Diskettes using
procedures supplied by IBM. Technical Coordinators and Technical
Advisors or Technical Liaisons working in System Centers are expected
to do the following:
o Determine whether the problem is hardware or software
o Determine whether the software problem is technical usage
suspected defect
o Identify which software is causing the problem
o Submit data to IBM for analysis
o Receive corrective service from IBM
o Assist the end user in applying corrective service.
INSTALLABILITY
PACKAGING: Distribution of PC DOS Version 6.1 will be on high
density 3.5-inch (1.44MB) and 5.25-inch (1.2MB) media. Upgrade and
base packages will be offered for retail.
Low density diskettes will be available separately and may be
ordered with a coupon.
The program package for PC DOS Version 6.1 and PC DOS
Version 6.1 Upgrade, U.S. English, 3.5-inch media (61G1550 and
71G2245) consists of four 3.5-inch high-density (1.44MB) diskettes
and the following contents:
o IBM Program License Agreement (PLA)
o PC DOS Version 6 Installation
o PC DOS Version 6 Everyday DOS
o PC DOS Version 6 User's Guide
o PC DOS Version 6 Command Reference and Error Messages
o PC DOS Version 6 Program License Information
o Registration Card *
o Two product serial number stickers
o Coupon for disk compression utility and publication at no-charge,
when generally available.
* Customers are instructed to fill out and mail in their
registration card in order to be provided with information on
future product announcements and special promotional offers.
The program package for PC DOS Version 6.1 and PC DOS
Version 6.1 Upgrade, U.S. English, 5.25-inch media (61G1551, 71G2246)
consists of five 5.25-inch high-density (1.2MB) diskettes and the
contents described above.
The separate documentation package for PC DOS 6.1 (61G1552)
includes the following:
o PC DOS Version 6 Installation
o PC DOS Version 6 Everyday DOS
o PC DOS Version 6 User's Guide
o PC DOS Version 6 Command Reference and Error Messages
o PC DOS Version 6 Keyboards and Code Pages.
SECURITY, AUDITABILITY AND CONTROL
Anti-virus protection has been added to PC DOS Version 6.1 to
help customers automatically detect and eliminate known stealth,
polymorphic, generic, and even unknown viruses without damaging any
of the customer's files or applications. There are no new
auditability or control features in PC DOS Version 6.1.
User management is responsible for evaluation, selection, and
implementation of security features, administrative procedures, and
appropriate controls in application systems and communication
facilities.
ORDERING ORDERING INFORMATION
Orders for new licenses for PC DOS Version 6.1 will be
accepted now. Unless a later date is specified, orders entered prior
to the planned availability dates will be assigned a schedule date of
July 26, 1993. Shipment of orders will commence on the availability
date. Orders for PC DOS Version 6.1 entered after the availability
date will be scheduled for shipment on the Friday following the week
of order entry or as soon thereafter as supply permits.
To order the programs in this announcement for order type,
specify the order type program number, feature number, part number,
program name, media and quantity.
ORDER
TYPE
PROGRAM FEATURE PART PROGRAM
NUMBER NUMBER NUMBER NAME MEDIA
5871-AAA 5889 61G1550 PC DOS
Version 6.1 3.5-inch
5871-AAA 5890 61G1551 PC DOS
Version 6.1 5.25-inch
5870-EAD 5910 61G1550 PC DOS
Version 6.1 3.5-inch
5870-EAD 5911 61G1551 PC DOS
Version 6.1 5.25-inch
5872-AAA 5900 71G3697 PC DOS
Version 6.1
Additional
License
5870-EAD 5901 71G3697 PC DOS
Version 6.1
Additional
License
5872-AAA 6172 61G1554 PC DOS
Version 6.1
Proof of
Additional
License
5870-EAD 6173 61G1554 PC DOS
Version 6.1
Proof of
Additional
License
5873-AAA 5914 71G2245 PC DOS
Version 6.1
Upgrade 3.5-inch
5873-AAA 5915 71G2246 PC DOS
Version 6.1
Upgrade 5.25-inch
5870-EAD 5917 71G2245 PC DOS
Version 6.1
Upgrade 3.5-inch
5870-EAD 5918 71G2246 PC DOS
Version 6.1
Upgrade 5.25-inch
5874-AAA 5920 71G3698 PC DOS
Version 6.1
Upgrade
Additional
License
5870-EAD 5921 71G3698 PC DOS
Version 6.1
Upgrade
Additional
License
5874-AAA 6174 71G1876 PC DOS
Version 6.1
Upgrade
Proof of
Additional
License
5870-EAD 6175 71G1876 PC DOS
Version 6.1
Upgrade
Proof of
Additional
License
ORDER
TYPE
PROGRAM FEATURE PART PROGRAM
NUMBER NUMBER NUMBER NAME MEDIA
5876-AAA 5902 61G1552 PC DOS
Version 6.1
Documentation
Only
5870-EAD 5903 61G1552 PC DOS
Version 6.1
Documentation
Only
5876-AAA 6176 71G3629 PC DOS
Version 6.1
Keyboards and
Code Pages
5870-EAD 6177 71G3629 PC DOS
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5876-AAA 6178 71G3634 PC DOS
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5876-AAA 4043 52G9932 DOS 5.02
Technical *
Reference
* The DOS 5.02 Technical Reference is applicable for PC DOS 6.1
The available order types are as follows:
o Program Package -- program diskette with documentation.
o Additional License Copies -- authorization for the customer who
has a program package to make a single copy of the program
diskette and documentation. There are two ways to receive
authorization to copy. Receipt of the invoice authorizes the
customer to make the Additional License Copy. The ICA must be in
effect. The customer also has the option of ordering a Proof of
Additional License certificate, in which case, the ICA is not
required.
o Documentation -- separate documentation without program
diskettes.
o Program Package Upgrade -- program diskette with documentation.
o Additional License Copy Upgrade- authorization for the customer
who has a program package upgrade to make a single copy of the
program diskette and documentation. Receipt of the invoice
authorizes the customer to make the Additional License Copy
upgrade. The ICA must be in effect. The customer also has the
option of ordering a Proof of Additional License Upgrade
certificate, in which case, the ICA is not required.
IBM EDUCATION FULFILLMENT CENTER: The announced program is eligible
to be ordered through the IBM Education Fulfillment Center. Please
note that availability through the IBM Education Fulfillment Center
may not coincide with the programming availability dates noted in
other sections of this document.
The IBM Education Fulfillment Center is the order processing
location for selected Personal Computers and related
hardware/software for eligible education end-users.
PROGRAM UPGRADE
The program package upgrade option allows currently licensed
users of all prior IBM and compatible DOS versions to obtain the new
function for a program upgrade charge. For most users, the upgrade
option is fulfilled via the PC DOS Version 6.1 Upgrade, a separately
packaged program. This program upgrades the user from prior IBM and
compatible DOS Versions 2.1, or higher. The PC DOS Version 6.1
Upgrade program requires that one of these previous DOS versions is
present on a fixed disk prior to installing the upgrade. The
customer is authorized to run both the prior DOS program and the PC
DOS Version 6.1 Upgrade program on the same system unit. However,
separate transfer of either program is not allowed.
The program may be obtained through IBM Authorized Personal
Computer Dealers and Industry Remarketers beginning July 26, 1993.
Orders will be accepted after July 26, 1993.
Additionally, end users may order the PC DOS Version 6.1
Upgrade program at the single unit price by calling the PS/2 (R) Help
Center, 800-772-2227.
NOTE: Because the PC DOS Version 6.1 Upgrade program will not allow
end users with DOS versions prior to DOS 2.1 and/or end users not
having fixed disks to perform the upgrade, the following special
procedure has been put in place.
End users may call the PS/2 Help Center, 800-772-2227 and
order the PC DOS Version 6.1 Upgrade program package at the single
unit price of the PC DOS Version 6.1 Upgrade program. In this case,
the end user will be required to furnish proof of license of a
previous version of DOS. That proof of license can be a "Proof of
License" or the cover page of their previous DOS manual. Only
originals will be accepted. Upon receipt of the required proof of
license, the order will be filled.
Refer to Ordering Information for ordering details.
To receive program package upgrades at a discount, the ICA and
a Volume Discount Addendum with the appropriate volume discount
exhibit must be in effect.
To receive PC DOS Version 6.1 Upgrade additional license
upgrades at a discount, the ICA and a Volume Discount Addendum with
the appropriate volume discount Exhibit must be in effect. The total
quantity of upgrades acquired for a specific program may not exceed
the total quantity of program packages and additional licenses
previously acquired for that program.
Additional license upgrades can be ordered through an
authorized remarketer.
(R) Registered trademark of International Business Machines
Corporation.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
LICENSING: The program in this announcement is licensed under the
terms and conditions of the IBM Program License Agreement. A copy of
the agreement is included in the program package.
ADDITIONAL LICENSE: IBM Customer Agreement (ICA) must be in effect,
or Proof of Additional License certificate must be acquired.
LIMITED WARRANTY: Program: Yes. Media: Three months.
Additional Licenses: Yes. Media: Not applicable.
PROGRAM SERVICES: Central Service, including the IBM PS Programming
Support Center, will be available until September 30, 1995. The
statement of service included in the program package describes this
service.
CUSTOMER FULFILLMENT OPTION: Yes.
VOLUME DISCOUNT: Volume discounting is available under the terms and
conditions of the ICA and the Exhibit for Personal Computer/System
Programs. The programs in this announcement are included in the
Eligible Program List for Personal Computer/System Programs. They
may be added to the applicable category in the space provided on the
Eligible Program List. Program packages are included in Category A
under 5871-AAA. Additional licenses are included in Category A
under 5872-AAA. Program package upgrades, additional license
upgrades and Proof of Additional Licenses upgrade certificates are
included in Category B and are eligible for volume discounting based
on the commitment in Category A. Documentation is included in
Category B and is eligible for volume discounting based on the
commitment in Category A.
TESTING PERIOD: Two months for program packages.
ICA must be in effect.
NATIONAL EDUCATION LICENSE FEE: A National Education License Fee
(NELF) is available under the terms and conditions of the Education
Allowance Attachment. The NELF, which represents a 40% discount off
the single unit price, is not subject to any further discount or
allowance.
CHARGES
PROGRAM
NAME/ ONE-TIME
NUMBER ORDER TYPE CHARGE
61G1550 Program Package, 3.5-inch $189
61G1551 Program Package, 5.25-inch 189
71G3697 Additional License (Base) 169
61G1554 Proof of Additional
Licenses (Base) 169
71G2245 Program Package
Upgrade, 3.5-inch 109
71G2246 Program Package
Upgrade, 5.25-inch 109
71G3698 Additional Licenses
(Upgrades) 89
71G1876 Proof of Additional
License (Upgrades) 89
61G1552 Documentation Only 20
71G3629 Keyboards and Code
Pages 5
71G3634 Command Reference and
Error Messages 15
52G9932 DOS 5.02 Technical *
Reference 49
* The DOS 5.02 Technical Reference is applicable for PC DOS 6.1.
ADDITIONAL LICENSES CHARGE: Customers who pay a one-time charge for
additional licenses may copy machine-readable program materials and
printed documentation previously acquired from IBM in a program
package. One copy may be made for each additional license ordered.
PROGRAM UPGRADE CHARGE: A program upgrade charge will apply for
upgrades from all versions of DOS to PC DOS Version 6.1.
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