• Under Windows NT, one uses the uptomp.exe tool to add support for multiple CPUs. This is not supported under Windows 2000. Instead you use Device Manager to switch from the single processor to multi-processor capable HAL. See How to Add Support for Multiple Processors in Windows 2000 for more information.

• For help troubleshooting HAL problems such as misdetection, an outdated or non-compliant Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), or an incorrectly or manually installed computer type see How to Troubleshoot Windows 2000 Hardware Abstraction Layer Issues for more information.

Having this book right next to your machine gets you background data on key W2K features, and detailed step-by-step instructions for W2K protection and system management. It contains informative illustrations, tables, tips and techniques for W2K configuration. The CD includes all example projects from the book, code for managing the Windows 2000 Directory, and command line scripts that can be adapted by readers for their own use. 744 pages Book + CD-ROM edition (July 27, 2000)