IBM 5150 User Manual

Running a BASIC Program
Two steps are involved with running a BASIC program
that you have on a diskette.
The first step
is getting a copy of the program transferred
from the diskette into the
computer's memory. This is
called loading the program and is done (appropriately
enough) with a LOAD command.
The second step
is the actual performance of the
program's
instructions-running or executing the program.
The command used
to do this is RUN.
Let's
go through this sequence looking at the SAMPLES
program
that is on your DOS Diskette. You can do it
now.
Running the SAMPLES Program
1 Make sure DOS is ready and A> is displayed.
2 Insert the DOS Diskette into drive A: if it is not already
there.
3 Type this:
basic
and press the Enter key.
4 You'll see the BASIC prompt, Ok.
Now type this:
load "samples
and press the Enter key.
(Or
you can do it with the FI function key like this:
Press:
FI
Type: samples
Press: Enter key
Try it this way
next time.)
BASIC 3-9

IBM 5150 Specifications

General

Processor	Intel 8088
Clock Speed	4.77 MHz
RAM	16 KB - 256 KB
Manufacturer	IBM
Model	5150
Release Year	1981
Storage	5.25-inch floppy drives
Graphics	MDA or CGA
Operating System	IBM PC DOS
Ports	Cassette, keyboard
Expansion Slots	5

Summary

SECTION 2. SETUP

Cabling and Initial Setup

Step-by-step instructions for connecting the IBM Personal Computer components, including diskette drive handling.

Power-on Self-test Procedures

Guidance on performing the initial system self-test after powering on the IBM Personal Computer.

Rear Panel and Component Arrangement

Diagram and explanation of the connectors and ports located on the rear panel of the IBM Personal Computer.

Loading and Running Diagnostics

Instructions for loading diagnostic software from diskette or cassette for system testing.

Running the Mini-test

Guide on how to execute the system's mini-test using diagnostic aids, with instructions for diskette and cassette.

SECTION 3. OPERATIONS

Getting Your IBM Personal Computer Ready

IBM 80 CPS Matrix Printer Operations

Using DOS

Guide to using the Disk Operating System, covering basic commands and diskette management.

Using BASIC

SECTION 4. PROBLEM DETERMINATION PROCEDURES

Introduction to Problem Determination

Power-On Diagnostics

Steps for checking power outlets and cable connections before performing initial system diagnostics.

System Error Examples

Service Information

Procedures for handling system components with determined problems, including removal and servicing.

Printer Troubleshooting

Using Diagnostic Aids

Running Diagnostic Test

Instructions on how to initiate and respond to diagnostic tests, including diskette insertion and option selection.