Installation; Prior To Installation - Digital Equipment DIGITAL Personal Workstation Upgrade Manual

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Power on the system and make O/S changes

Installation

________________________ CAUTION ___________________________
Do not touch any electronic component unless you are safely grounded. Wear
the grounded wrist strap provided, or touch an exposed metal part of the system
unit chassis. A static discharge from your fingers can result in permanent
damage to electronic components.
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Prior to Installation

Before upgrading your DIGITAL Personal Workstation, it is important that you follow
these procedures:
1. Backup all applications and data.
______________Important - Windows NT Systems ________________
For Windows NT systems only: At this point, you must install a new version of "HAL"
code before performing this upgrade.
Turn now to Appendix A, page A-1, and follow the procedure to update the HAL code.
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2. Shut down your system and all peripheral devices.
3. Unplug the power cord.
________________________WARNING __________________________
Allow at least 15 seconds for the power supply capacitors to discharge
safely.
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4. Remove the system lock, if necessary.
DIGITAL Personal Workstation Upgrade Guide 1–3
The Upgrade