Lab Report 14.2

1.	What resources need to be configured on a non-PnP device?
2.	How do you identify the available resources in a computer?
3.	How is an IRQ typically set on a non-PnP device?
4.	What utility allows you to add non-PnP devices?
5.	What do you do if no IRQs are available for use?

Answers

1.	You need to set IRQ and I/O address information. In some cases you may need to set the DMS as well.
2.	Look in the system information to determine what resources are available.
3.	The IRQ is typically set using jumpers or DIP switches.
4.	Add New Hardware in Control Panel lets you install a new device. In Windows XP, you can add the hardware in Printers and Other Hardware.
5.	You may have to disable another device. Good ones to consider are any unused serial or parallel ports.