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Introduction
This chapter explains how to use this manual, lists what you need to get
started, and briefly describes the GPIB-SCSI-A and NI-488.2 for Solaris.
What You Need to Get Started
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Solaris version 2.5.1 or higher installed on your Sun SPARC system
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One of the following GPIB-SCSI-A boxes:
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100–120 VAC
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220–240 VAC
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One of the following power cords:
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U.S.A. standard power cord
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U.K. power cord
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Switzerland power cord
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Australian power cord
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Universal European power cord
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North American power cord
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Standard 50-pin SCSI-1 terminator
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Type SCSI-G Cable: GPIB-SCSI-A (50-pin SCSI-1) to Sun SPARC
system (SCSI-2 50-pin)–1 m
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NI-488.2 for Solaris and GPIB-SCSI-A, Version 2.x
CD
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Super-user privilege
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One of the following shielded GPIB cables, which you can purchase
from National Instruments:
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Type X1 single-shielded cables (1, 2, or 4 m)
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Type X2 double-shielded cables (1, 2, or 4 m)
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