Centellis CT Series 16000 User’s Manual
Preface
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Using This Manual
This preface provides information on the standard production and format features of the manual,
including its structure, layout conventions, and any related documents.
Audience of the Manual
This user’s manual is intended for users of the Centellis CT Series 16000 system family.
Overview of the Manual
This manual provides a comprehensive guide to your Centellis CT Series 16000 system.
IMPORTANT
Take a moment to examine the manual’s “Table of Contents” to see how this
document is structured. This will aid you in the future when looking for specific
information.
This manual includes:
• an introductory overview of the Centellis CT Series 16000 (Section 1, “Introduction”)
• installation instructions, detailed information on modules, controls, and system connections, and
chassis power-up procedures (Section 2, “System Setup and Operation”)
• chassis backplane information, connectors, and pin-out assignments for the Centellis 16000
(Section 3, “Configuration and Connections”)
• rack mount installation guidelines (Section 4, “Rack Mounting”)
• power requirements and equipment specifications (Section 5, “Requirements and Specifica-
tions”)
• a copy of the Force Computers Product Error Report.
Publication History
Special Message Icons and Notes
There are three levels of iconicized notes used in this manual. These notes are described below via
typical layout examples.
Always read and follow the safety notes whenever they appear in the manual. Failure to follow
these instructions can result in personal injury or equipment damage.
Revision
Date
Writer
Description
AA
June 1998
G. A. Osika
Pre-release
AB
July 1998
G. A. Osika
First Release
