Sysgen Overview - Xerox DocuPrint 4635 Laser System Generation Manual

Sysgen definition
XEROX 4635 LASER PRINTING SYSTEM—SYSTEM GENERATION GUIDE
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A system generation, or sysgen, is the process you use to install,
upgrade, or modify the operating system software (OSS) on a
Xerox laser printing system (LPS).
Types of sysgen This table lists the purpose of each sysgen type.
Sysgen type Purpose
Sysgen • Build a new operating system on new or
existing system disks.
Example:
- Installing a brand new system
- Replacing, formatting or erasing a
system disk
- When required for installing a new
software release or patch.
Auto • Add new features to an existing
operating system
• Replace the existing version of the
operating system with a new version.
Mini • Change the configuration options of the
current system without affecting user
files.
Example:
- Changing online host address
- Adding finishing equipment

Sysgen overview

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