Activant Dimensions, Getting Started

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Chapter 1. Hardware Training
Site Planning Guide
Temperature & Humidity Requirements
With few exceptions, you will find your Dimensions system undemanding in its
physical needs. The computer will operate properly at approximately the same
temperature that people enjoy. While the hardware is operating, it must be in an
area with a temperature range of 41 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit. While it is stored,
this range is extended to -14 to 122 degrees. The machine will operate in a
climate with a relative humidity of 30% to 80%, non-condensing. To protect your
investment, keep the machinery operating in a moderate environment.
Adequate Air Flow & Cooling
To assure adequate air flow and cooling:
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Leave at least 6” of clearance around all sides of the equipment, especially
the CPU and UPS, which generate a considerable amount of heat.
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Make sure that no curtains will be sucked into the cooling vents.
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Never place paper or books on top of the CPU.
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Never place paper under the CPU.
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Always operate the CPU with the cover in place.
The computer (CPU), printers, and terminals should be placed on top of a sturdy
desk, table, or other suitable stand. Make sure that nothing blocks the air-intakes
that provide the cooling to the motors. Do not place the hardware on a soft
surface that may block the air intake from the underside.
Noise
Like other office equipment, computer systems do not operate silently. The
sounds made by printers and disk drives are similar to those made by typewriters
and photocopying machines. You may wish to take steps to deaden sound in the
room where the system printer is located. Terminals, however, are virtually silent
and function well in any office environment. Thus you may locate them according
to your data processing needs without disrupting office procedures.
Power Requirements
The main computer (CPU) must be connected to a standard dedicated office power
source. No other equipment can be on the same circuit. The power requirements
for the CPU are as follows:
AC Power Requirements: 115 VAC +/- 10% 47-63 Hz
Power Consumption: 400 watts
You will need a second regular outlet with a minimum of 20 amps also near the
computer for the system printer, modem, and communication equipment.
Terminals and printers use standard 110 current with grounded 3-prong plugs.
Space heaters, air conditioners, or other high amperage appliances should not be
plugged into the same outlets as terminals or printers.
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