System information

Upgrading Your System
1-2 AlphaServer 1000 to 1000A Upgrade
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Additional Information
For additional information, you should consult the
AlphaServer 1000 Owner's
Guide
,
AlphaServer 1000A Owner’s Guide
, and
AlphaServer 1000A Model 5/xxx
Owner’s Guide Supplement
, which contain information on how to start, use,
update, troubleshoot, and configure your system. General system information such
as console commands and system care are also available in the Owner's Guides.
Upgrade Kit Inventory
The AlphaServer 1000 to AlphaServer 1000A Model 5/xxx upgrade kit contains the
following:
•
AlphaServer 1000A Model 5/xxx system enclosure with:
5/xxx CPU module, installed
Diskette drive, installed
Power supply, installed
Wide SCSI StorageWorks shelf, installed
•
External SCSI terminator (50-pin)
•
Return mailing label
•
A variety of operating system related contents is also provided with the
upgrade. The specific contents vary according to operating system.
•
AlphaServer 1000A Owner’s Guide
•
AlphaServer 1000A Model 5/xxx Owner’s Guide Supplement
Preparing the System
To prepare your system for the upgrade:
1. Shut down the operating system following the instructions listed in the
operating system documentation.
2. Set the On/Off switches on all external options connected to the system to the
off position.
3. Set the On/Off switch on the system unit to the off position.
4. Unplug the power cord.