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Chapter Descriptions
The following topics are covered in this guide:
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Chapter 1, “Getting Started with the Silicon Graphics Prism,” provides introductory
information, instructions for cabling, and quick start operation of the Silicon
Graphics Prism.
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Chapter 2, “System Overview and Options,” provides a general overview of the
Silicon Graphics Prism and its topology. This chapter also includes a quick
description of the various components and modules that can be part of a Silicon
Graphics Prism.
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Chapter 3, “Configurations and Cabling,”
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Chapter 4, “Installing and Removing Customer-Replaceable Units,” describes how
to install and remove the following customer-replaceable units (CRUs):
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PCI and PCI-X cards
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Graphics boards
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Disk drives
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Power supplies
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Memory (DIMMs)
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L1 system controller display
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Chapter 5, “Troubleshooting,” describes how to troubleshoot your system by using
the L1 controller and your system LEDs. Information on reconfiguring the system’s
XF86Config file for changes in hardware usage is included.
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Appendix A, “Technical Specifications,” contains environmental and physical
specifications for the Silicon Graphics Prism, as well as pin assignments for
non-proprietary connectors for the various modules that can be part of a Silicon
Graphics Prism.
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Appendix B, “Installing Silicon Graphics Prism Modules Into a Rack,” provides
instructions for rack mounting modules with optional slide rails.
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Appendix C, “Installing Rack Systems,” provides instructions for installing a
pre-assembled rack system.
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Appendix D, “Regulatory Specifications and Safety Information,” contains
regulatory specifications and safety information for the Silicon Graphics Prism.
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An index completes this guide.
