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Contents
About This Guide
....................................................................................... xi
Section 1. Introduction
How to Use This Guide ........................................................... 11
What Product Models Are Covered ....................................... 12
System Architecture .............................................................. 12
Features ................................................................. 12
Technology Enhancements ....................................... 12
System Partitioning ............................................................... 13
Single Domain ......................................................... 13
Dual Domain ............................................................ 13
Single Monolithic Partition ................................ 13
Two Separate Partitions ................................... 13
Hardware Overview ............................................................... 14
Type of Computing System ....................................... 14
The System Cabinet ................................................. 14
Central Equipment Complex (CEC) Section ........ 14
Expansion Sections ......................................... 15
SVGA Monitor and Keyboard with Mouse ........... 15
The I/O Subsystem .................................................. 15
Rack-Mounted Devices ..................................... 15
Other I/O Devices ............................................ 16
System Cabinet Organization ................................................ 16
Supported Peripherals .......................................................... 16
System Components .............................................................. 16
Section 2. Configuring System Hardware
How This Section Is Organized .............................................. 21
NX5820 Products .................................................................. 21
Single-Domain, Single-Processor (SDSP) NX5821
Models 31 to 71 ................................................. 21
Dual-Domain, Multiple-Processor (DDMP) NX5822
Models 32 to 78 ................................................. 21
NX5820 Product Configurations ........................................... 23
ClearPath Enterprise Server NX5821 Single-Domain,
Single-Processor (SDSP) Configurations Models 31
through 71 .......................................................... 23