CHAPTER 6: Installation
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6. Installation
This chapter describes installation of the LinkUp 5294. A typical local installation to a single host is
described. Attachment of local and remote (to the LinkUp 5294) terminals and printers is also included
in
Sections 6.3
,
6.4
, and
6.5
. Special considerations for dual host and remote host environments are
described in Section 6.6.
Information regarding the configuration of the communication and work station parameters for
the System/36 and the System/38 is given in
Appendices E
and
F
, respectively, of this manual.
6.1Installing the LinkUp 5294 and the Configuration Terminal
Configuration and installation of the LinkUp 5294 requires attachment of an asynchronous terminal
to one of the asynchronous ports. The terminal is then used in conjunction with the Configurator menus
to set the logical configuration parameters. The terminal used for this purpose is referred to as the
Configuration Terminal throughout this section.
We recommend that a local terminal be used for initial installation and configuration. This will simplify
problem isolation during the installation process. Therefore, the following sections assume that the
configuration terminal will be locally attached to the LinkUp 5294. If a remote terminal must be used,
see
Section 6.4
.
6.1.1 U
NPACK THE
L
INK
U
P
5294
The LinkUp 5294 is carefully packed in a 25.5" x 15.8" x 11" box. A label on the outside of the box lists
the model of the unit, serial number, firmware version number, date of manufacture, voltage setting of
the power switch (115 or 230 VAC), and other electrical information. Inside you will find a a release
notice for the latest firmware version, a power cord, and the LinkUp 5294.
Carefully remove the contents of the box and check to see that the above items are present. If an item is
missing or defective call your supplier.
NOTE
The power cord shipped with units set for 230-volt operation does not include an AC
plug. You must supply the appropriate plug.
6.1.2 I
NSTALL THE
L
INK
U
P
5294
The only additional equipment needed to install the LinkUp 5294 is an asynchronous terminal, or
personal computer with terminal emulation software installed, and an appropriate length of RS-232C
cable. You may also want a small for tightening the cable connection.
The LinkUp 5294 is shipped with all asynchronous RS-232C ports configured as follows:
• DCE
• Autobaud
• 8 bits/character
• No parity
• 1 stop bit