About This Guide
Chapter Descriptions
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The following topics are covered in this guide:
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Chapter 1, "Operation Procedures," provides instructions for connecting a system
console to your server, powering on and powering off your server, and monitoring
your server.
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Chapter 2, "System Overview," describes the SGI Origin 3900 server and its
architecture, and provides a brief description of the system components and
configurations.
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Chapter 3, "Cx-brick," describes the function of the Cx-brick and its external
components (for example, connectors and LEDs).
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Chapter 4, "IX-brick," describes the function of the IX-brick and its external
components (for example, connectors and LEDs).
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Chapter 5, "PX-brick," describes the function of the PX-brick and its external
components (for example, connectors and LEDs).
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Chapter 6, "X-brick" describes the function of the X-brick and its external
components (for example, connectors and LEDs).
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Chapter 7, "R-brick," describes the function of the R-brick and its external
components (for example, connectors and LEDs).
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Chapter 8, "System Control," describes the function of the L1 and L2 controllers and
provides instructions for using the controllers.
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Chapter 9, "Power Components," provides an overview of the power bay, power
distribution unit, and power distribution strip.
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Chapter 10, "SGI TP900 Storage Module," describes the function of the TP900
storage module and its external components.
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Chapter 11, "D-brick2," describes the function of the D-brick2 storage module and
its external components.
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Chapter 12, "InfinitePerformance Graphics Components" provides an overview of
the V12 VPro graphics board, the V-brick, and the compositor.
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Chapter 13, "InfiniteReality Graphics Components" provides an overview of the
G-brick and the N-brick.
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Chapter 14, "Maintenance and Upgrade Procedures," provides instructions for
installing and removing the customer-replaceable components of your server.
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Chapter 15, "Troubleshooting," provides recommended actions if problems occur
on your server.
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