IBM 8270, Installation And Service Manual

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Chapter 2. Installation
This chapter explains the equipment that you need to install the 8270 and
describes the installation procedure.
Before installing the 8270, be sure to read “Electronic Emission Notices” on
page B-1.
Installation Summary
Table 2-1 outlines the steps you must complete to install the 8270-800.
Table 2-1. 8270-800 Installation Procedures
Step Procedure Reference
1 Read the Safety Manual shipped
with the 8270. Form number SD21-0030-02
2 Plan for installation. Refer to
Planning, Configuration, and
Operation (available on the 8270 CD-ROM).
3 Unpack the Token-Ring Processor
Card (8270-800 only). “Unpacking the Token-Ring Processor Card
(8270-800 Only)”
4 Unpack the 8270. “Unpacking the 8270 Chassis” on page 2-2
5 Gather materials. “Other Materials You Will Need” on
page 2-2
6 Install the Token-Ring Processor
Card (8270-800 only). “Installing the Token-Ring Processor Card
(8270-800 Only)” on page 2-3
7 Mount the 8270 in the rack, if
applicable. “Rack-Mounting the 8270-800” on page 2-7
or “Rack-Mounting the 8270-600” on
page 2-6
8 Install UFCs. “Installing a Universal Feature Card” on
page 2-15
9 Install the redundant (second)
power supply, if applicable
(8270-800 only). “Installing the Second Power Supply
(8270-800 Only)” on page 2-19
10 Connect the 8270 to the network. “Cabling” on page 2-21
11 Verify the operation of the 8270. “Powering On the 8270” on page 2-24
Note: Complete the following step only if you are customizing the configuration of the 8270
or monitoring its activity.
12 Configure the 8270. Refer to Planning, Configuration, and
Operation (available on the 8270 CD-ROM).
Unpacking the Token-Ring Processor Card (8270-800 Only)
Step 1. Open the carton containing the Token-Ring Processor Card.
Step 2. Remove the Token-Ring Processor Card from its protective packaging.
Attention: Before removing the Token-Ring Processor Card from its
antistatic bag, ensure that you are static-free by use of appropriate
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