Specifications

Glossary
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workstation
An assembly of hardware that includes a system board, graphics board, CPU, memory,
system disk, and power supply. A workstation can include multiples of these
components and optional boards that add functionality. The hardware is enclosed in a
chassis with a cover. Theaddition ofa monitor, keyboard, mouse,and software makesit
a working system.
wrist strap
Aflatcablethatyouwraparoundyourwristandattachtoametalpartoftheworkstation
whenever you work with internal components of the workstation. This prevents
electrical shocks to yourself and the components. See also static electricity.
XIO boards
High speed-boards produced by Silicon Graphics such as graphics, networking, disk
interface, or video boards. Theyreside on the XIO module and are directlyconnected to
the frontplane.