Introducing The Eagle TX Series Terminal Server
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Eagle TX Series AMOS Based Terminal Server Technical Manual, Rev. 01
The Ethernet network capability for the Eagle 450TX is provided on the main CPU board, and includes
both the standard 15-pin Ethernet connector and 10BaseT connector.
Real Time Clock
The system has a Real Time Clock chip which is part of the terminal server’s main CPU board. The time
and date information is battery backed-up.
Rear I/O Panel
The Eagle TX Series rear panel provides connectors for all serial ports. It also contains connectors for the
25 pin parallel port and Ethernet port, either via 15 pin Ethernet connector and / or 10BaseT connector.
Add-On Equipment
In addition to establishing the basic network connection between your network and the Eagle TX Series,
the only thing you need to add is a terminal. You can add up to a maximum of thirty-two terminals, serial
printers, or modems via the serial connectors on the rear panel. You may also want to add a parallel
printer.
SOFTWARE FEATURES
A special version of the AMOS operating system has been included in your Eagle TX Series’ Flashcard
to provide the following capabilities:
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The operating system, AMOS, performs many functions, one of which is to manage the
computer's resources so multiple users can run on the Eagle TX Series at the same time. The
operating system also includes all support software for the hardware devices mentioned above.
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AlphaTCP allows your Eagle TX Series to communicate using the TCP/IP protocol.
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Programs called "print spoolers" let you use one or more printers at the same time without tying
up a user terminal.
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A sophisticated command language allows you to invoke a stream of commands and program
input (predefined by you) by entering a single command.
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A screen-oriented text editor provides an easy-to-use tool for creating documents.
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A simple system initialization procedure allows you to quickly change various system
parameters, such as network IP address, types and number of peripheral devices connected to the
Eagle TX Series, change user memory allocations, and customize the Eagle TX Series to your
exact needs.
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Support for many different kinds of printers and terminals gives you the ability to define your
own type of terminal or printer to the Eagle TX Series.
MULTI, Alpha Micro’s window based environment manager, has also been included in your Eagle TX
Series. This software allows you to run multiple tasks on one or more host computers, enabling you to
quickly and easily switch between them.
