Introducing the AM-6000 Computer
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AM-6000 Computer Owner's Manual, Rev. 00
ABOUT THIS BOOK
The purpose of this book is to get you started with your computer. After you've followed the instructions
in this book, your computer will be set up and running. And, you will have a good idea of where to go
next for information on the software you want to use.
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This chapter contains a software and hardware overview of your system. It also discusses the
configurations available, as well as warranty and service information.
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Chapter 2 tells you how to unpack and set up your computer. It also contains information on
choosing an installation site.
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Chapter 3 discusses turning on and resetting the computer, using the terminal keyboard,
diskettes, streamer tape, DAT tape, and turning the computer off.
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Chapter 4 is an overview of the various software available for your computer, and lists the Alpha
Micro documentation you can order to learn more about each subject.
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Chapter 5 discusses the use of some computer maintenance utility programs. It shows how to
allocate system resources by entering the system initialization file commands to set up terminals
and jobs for multi-user operation.
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Chapter 6 contains information on the caring for your computer.
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Chapter 7 is a handbook of troubleshooting procedures you can follow to isolate a problem
should something go wrong with your computer.
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Chapter 8 lists the computer status codes you may see on the front panel display.
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Several appendices contain technical information, including instructions for cable construction
and installation.
The AM-6000 Service Manual contains additional information on opening and configuring your
computer. The service manual is intended for authorized technical personnel only.
Graphics Conventions
Like other documents in the Alpha Micro documentation library, this book contains a number of
standard symbols to make our text easier to read and understand.
