Before You Begin - DEC 3000 500 Owner's Manual

Before You Begin

Before You Begin
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What You Before you install your system components, you should have
Should Have already completed the following tasks:
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If you have not performed all of these tasks, do so now. They are
covered in Chapter 2.
What You Note that:
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3–2 Installing a Workstation System
Determined any ergonomic considerations you may have.
Chosen a location for your DEC 3000 Model 500 AXP
workstation.
Unpacked your DEC 3000 Model 500 AXP workstation.
Familiarized yourself with the ports and controls on the rear
of the system unit.
Installing your system requires little or no previous
knowledge of computer systems. Connecting your DEC
3000 Model 500 AXP workstation should take about 15
minutes.
This chapter covers connecting your DEC 3000 Model 500
AXP as a standalone workstation. You may connect your
workstation to a network with a few minor adjustments to
the procedures in this chapter. Chapter 5 explains how to
connect to a network.
The accessory bag shipped with your workstation includes
parts that you do not need during installation. Save any
terminators and additional parts in case you need them later.