This guide tells you how to install the Duo upgrade in the OCTANE workstation. The Duo upgrade allows two users to use the same workstation simulateously. It also includes information on using the Duo system, removing parts, and troubleshooting. The guide is organized as follows:
The Introduction provides additional hardware information, software and system administration information, product support information, and instructions on placement of a regulatory label.
Chapter 1 provides instructions for installing the software, shutting down the OCTANE workstation, and preparing for the Duo upgrade tasks.
Chapter 2 provides instructions for removing the front bezel and installing an option drive.
Chapter 3 provides instructions for removing the system module and installing and removing memory.
Chapter 4 provides instructions for installing the PCI board and PCI module.
Chapter 5 provides information about removing the PCI module and board.
Chapter 6 provides information about installing and removing the second graphics board.
Chapter 7 provides instructions for installing the second monitor, keyboard, and mouse.
Chapter 8 provides instructions for configuring the system and verifying the installations.
Chapter 9 provides instructions for using the Duo system.
Chapter 10 provides troubleshooting information.
Appendix A provides illustrations of OCTANE XIO graphics boards and the back of the workstation.
Appendix B provides information about the care and cleaning of the compression connectors.
Appendix C provides programming tips.
Appendix D provides PCI configuration information.
It's always a good idea to back up your system before upgrading your system. If you have not backed up your system recently, do so now. For instructions on backing up your system, see the online Personal System Administration Guide.
For additional information about the Duo system over the Web, open a Web browers and type: http://www.sgi.com/octane/duo.
OCTANE Hardware Central is an online resource that provides access to hardware movies and other information previously found only in your printed owner's guide, such as port pinout information, user tips, environmental information, and so on. To access it:
Choose Toolchest > Selected > File QuickFind.
When the window appears, type insight and press Enter.
When the IRIS InSight bookshelf appears, choose OCTANE Hardware Central from the SGI End_User bookshelf.
Or, access it through your Web browser. In the location window, type file:/usr/share/Insight/library/SGI_bookshelves/SGI_EndUser/books/
Octane_HWCntl/index.html and press Enter.
OCTANE Hardware Movies show OCTANE option boards being installed and removed. The hardware movies are found in OCTANE Hardware Central.
A listing of available configurations (upgrades and options) is available on the Web. In the location window, type http://www.sgi.com/Products/hardware/desktop/
products/configurator/configurator.html.
Should you choose to use your Duo system as a Dual Head system (instead of a Duo), see , Chapter 8, “Changing to a Dual Head System”, and then see the OCTANE Dual Head Installation Guide. The Dual Head system provides one user with two monitors with different graphical images. The manual can be found over the Web in the Technical Publications Library. See the section in this introduction, “Technical Publications Library” , for the url.
For complete information on installing software, see the online Personal System Administration Guide. It is located on your desktop in the Toolchest > Help> Online Books. For more advanced information, see the online IRIX Admin: Software Installation & Licensing Guide. For system administration information, see the SGI_Admin section of the online bookshelf.
The OCTANE workstation is designed so that you can maintain and repair the workstation without the help of a trained technician. Contact your Silicon Graphics subsidiary or authorized distributor for information about product support.
Silicon Graphics, Inc., provides a comprehensive range of product support for its products. If you are in North America and would like support for your Silicon Graphics supported products, contact the Technical Assistance Center at 1-800-800-4SGI or your authorized service provider. If you are outside North America, contact the Silicon Graphics subsidiary or authorized distributor in your country.