System Overview
AlphaServer 1000A Rackmount Owner’s Guide 1-5
Integrated SVGA controller
Supports management and
configuration applications locally
without use of an expansion slot.
Capacity for 5 internal storage
devices
Accommodates three 3½-inch half-
height drives, two 5
¼-inch half-height
drives (CD-ROM or tape), and one 3½-
inch diskette drive.
External ports
Two serial ports and one parallel port
support external options such as a
printer, a modem, or a local terminal.
Wide ready SCSI backplane
Provides high-performance drive
technology.
Server Management
System diagnostics
Allows local and remote diagnosis of
system problems.
Hardware configuration
Allows local and remote system
configuration.
Unique asset management
Unique system identifier in nonvolatile
memory provides easy asset
management.
RAM-based error log
Records startup error messages.
Firmware upgrade utility
Verifies firmware versions.
System Security
Key lock
Limits access to system components.
Security loop (on rear of system
unit)
Allows system to be secured in place.
Interlock sensor switch
Automatically turns off system power if
the top cover is removed while power is
on.
