Recording The Ssd Identification Number; Overview Of Installation Procedures; Front Panel Controls And Indicators - Alpha Microsystems AM-6000 Owner's Manual

Installation

RECORDING THE SSD IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

The Software Security Device (SSD) is a customized integrated circuit located on the main electronics
board inside your AM-6000 computer. The SSD uniquely identifies your computer to customized
software that has been configured to run only on your computer. If you purchase customized software
from your VAR or other software vendors, you need to give them your SSD identification number
(printed on the SSD chip itself) before they can "key" the software to your computer.
The SSD identification number is written on the system ID label on the back of the computer in the
section titled "SSD Serial No." Please note the identification number of your SSD at this time and enter
the number at the front of this book.

OVERVIEW OF INSTALLATION PROCEDURES

Now that you've unpacked your computer and have everything you need to hook it up, you can begin to
physically install it. Installing your computer is a matter of:
1. Choosing and preparing a location for it.
2. Making sure it is configured correctly for your local electrical requirements.
3. Running an initial diagnostic test to make sure the computer is working correctly.
4. Connecting the operator terminal.
5. Installing the Alpha Micro software.
6. Creating a warm boot tape.
7. Connecting additional terminals and printers.
8. Getting assistance.
Some of the sections in this chapter refer to various locations on the front and back panels of the
computer. The next two sections describe the front and rear panel connectors, controls, and indicators.

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

The two different chassis have slightly different front panels. Please look at the front panel features for
your specific chassis.
Deskside Chassis Front Panel
Figure 2-1, below, shows the front panel on the deskside chassis. The panel has the following controls
and indicators:
• The Power Indicator light. is always lit when power is supplied to the computer.
• The CPU Activity light will remain lit whenever the CPU is active. During periods of inactivity,
the light will be off.
• The Disk Indicator light is lit whenever there is hard disk activity.
• The Turbo button is not functional.
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