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Starting the Computer System
The procedures listed in this chapter show you how to interact with the computer to get you
to the ISL (Initial Software Load) prompt
(IS1>_).
When the ISL prompt is displayed, the
command to load the MPEjiX operating system software can be issued.
Turning On the Computer System
The computer and its external equipment contain built in selftest programs. These programs
automatically
run each time the computer and the equipment are turned off and then turned
on again.
Remember, depending on how much internal memory the computer has, the computer selftest
can take up to approximately 2 to 5 minutes to complete.
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Do not
move the computer or disk cabinet while the power is on. Moving the
equipment while power is on can cause disk damage and loss of data .
Caution
Initial Power On
When turning on the computer system (this includes all equipment) be sure to follow the
sequence listed below:
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If any of the external equipment has been OFF due to any environmental
problem, such as heating or air conditioning failure, allow approximately 30
minutes for the temperature of the equipment to stabilize before turning on
the computer.
Caution
1. Turn on all the external equipment (except the DTC) connected to the computer first. The
DTC will be turned on later.
2. Check all READY or ONLINE indicator lights on the external equipment to be sure that
they indicate being powered up and ready.
3. When all external equipment indicate READY or ONLINE by their particular indicator
lights, press the computer ONjOFF switch to the ON position.
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