Getting Started
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Network Connection
The AlphaStation 255 system has an embedded Ethernet controller with a twisted-pair
connector (RJ45) located on the rear of the system. You can order an optional media
adapter unit (MAU) (part number PBXDC-DA) if your system needs a ThinWire
connection.
Connect your system to the network using the appropriate port. If you are using the
Digital UNIX or OpenVMS operating systems, the ThinWire port is selected by default.
You can change port types by using the following SRM console commands:
>>>set ewa0_mode twisted
(for the twisted pair [10Base-T] port)
>>>set ewa0_mode AUI
(for the ThinWire port)
After changing the port, type
>>>init
or power cycle the machine.
Starting Your System
Perform the following steps, in order, to start (boot) your Digital AlphaStation 255 system:
1.
Turn on the system unit power, monitor power, and any external devices. Figure 1–6
shows the location of the system unit power button.
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Figure 1–6: Starting Your System
