Ross 6, hyperSTATION 6, hyperSTATION 30 Installation Manual

Installation Guide for model 6 &
model 30 hyperSTATION Upgrade
Motherboard

PN: 830-0002-01 Rev G

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Table of Contents

Trademarks and Copyright ................................................................................................ ii

Table of Contents ..............................................................................................................iii

Introduction .........................................................................................................................v

Package Contents ................................................................................................................v

Product Registration ............................................................................................................v

Chapter 1: Set Up for Installing the hyperSTATION Upgrade .............................. 1-1

System Requirements ......................................................................................................1-1

Tools Needed to Perform the Upgrade ........................................................................... 1-2

Precautions and Safety Information ................................................................................1-2

Component Handling Precautions .................................................................................. 1-2

Recording NVRAM Configuration Parameters ..............................................................1-3

Customer Support Information .......................................................................................1-3

Unpacking the Upgrade Kit ............................................................................................1-3

Chapter 2: Installing the hyperSTATION Upgrade .................................................2-1

Task 1: Shut down the system ........................................................................................ 2-1

Task 2: Open the computer ............................................................................................. 2-2

Task 3: Remove the SPARCstation motherboard ........................................................... 2-3

Task 4: Install the hyperSTATION motherboard ...........................................................2-5

Task 5: Install the ROSS hyperSPARC module(s) .........................................................2-7

Task 6: Install the memory SIMMs ................................................................................2-9

Task 7: Close the computer ...........................................................................................2-10

Task 8: Start up the system ...........................................................................................2-10

Chapter 3: Agency and Regulatory Statements ........................................................3-1

FCC Statement ................................................................................................................ 3-1

Canadian RFI Statement: ................................................................................................3-1

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Thank you for purchasing a ROSS Microcomputer hyperSTATION Upgrade for your
SPARCstation 5 or SPARCstation 20 workstation. This manual describes how to unpack
and install the hyperSTATION Upgrade.

Package Contents

Your hyperSTATION Upgrade package includes:

Introduction

• The hyperSTATION upgrade motherboard

• One or more ROSS hyperSPARC MBus modules

• Memory SIMMs (optional)

• ROSS Technology hyperSPARC kernel patch for Solaris 4.1.3 and 4.1.3_U1. (CD and
instruction sheet)

• Disposable wrist grounding strap

• Warranty information

• Product Registration card

• Upgrade Rebate Certificate

• Replacement Plastic Feet

• Audio Cable (3.5mm Stereo to 3.5mm Stereo)

• Packing List

The number of ROSS hyperSPARC MBus modules and memory SIMMs included in your
Upgrade kit depends on the kit you purchased. The Packing List describes the exact
number of hyperSP ARC modules and the type and number of memory SIMMs pro vided in
your package.

Product Registration

Please complete and mail in the ROSS Microcomputer Registration card provided with
your upgrade kit. This allows ROSS Microcomputer to provide you with the best possible
customer support.

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Chapter 1

Set Up for Installing the

hyperSTATION Upgrade

This chapter provides information about how to prepare for installing the hyperSTATION
Upgrade kit. This includes:

• System requirements

• Tools needed to perform the upgrade

• Precautions and safety information

• Unpacking the Upgrade kit

Important:

System Requirements

The Operating System version on your SPARCstation 5 or SPARCstation 20 must be one
of:
SunOS 4.1.3 or 4.1.3_U1, with the ROSS kernel patch provided with this upgrade kit
SunOS 4.1.4 or above
Solaris 2.3 or above

If the system to be upgraded does not meet the above requirements, you must upgrade the
O/S version to meet one of the above requirements prior to doing the hyperSTATION
Upgrade.

Important : If you are running SunOS 4.1.3 or 4.1.3_U1, carefully follow the attached

instructions for installing the Ross Technology hyperSPARC kernel patch CD for Solaris

4.1.3 and 4.1.3_U1. You must do this before starting the hyperSTATION upgrade . If you

ever need to re-install your 4.1.3 or 4.1.3_U1 system software after performing this
hyperSTATION upgrade, call ROSS Microcomputer Corporation. You will not be able to
install generic SunOS 4.1.3 or 4.1.3_U1 on your system after upgrading it to a
hyperSTATION, since the generic SunOS 4.1.3 and 4.1.3_U1 releases do not contain
support for the hyperSPARC module(s).

Read all precautions and safety information before you start the
upgrade procedure.

Note : AFX Bus cards must be removed from SPARCstation 5 computers where fitted and

cannot be reused with the new hyperSTA TION motherboard. SB US graphics options must
be used.

For all product issues, contact ROSS Microcomputer Corporation Technical Support at
1-888-RMCC-NOW (1-888-762-2669). For all SunOS or Solaris questions after the
upgrade, please contact your system administrator or your SunSoft Representative.

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Tools Needed to Perform the Upgrade

Locate the following tools and have them ready before you begin the upgrade procedure:

• Phillips screwdriver (size #1)

• Phillips screwdriver (size #2)

• Flat Head Screwdriver

• Anti-static wrist strap (provided with Upgrade kit)

An anti-static mat is also useful. If none is available, use the anti-static packaging
provided with the hyperSTATION Upgrade kit.

Precautions and Safety Information

This section provides information intended to minimize the risk of damage to the
computer and to the upgrade kit components. Please read this section carefully before you
begin the upgrade procedure.

Component Handling Precautions

Follow these precautions when you handle the motherboard and other internal components
during the upgrade procedure:

• Make sure the power switch on the back panel of the computer is set to the off position
before you open the computer.

• Important: Be sure that the power cable for the computer is unplugged from the
computer power socket on the back of the computer. Damage may occur to the
hyperSTATION motherboard if the power cable is connected to the computer during
the motherboard installation.

• Use the disposable wrist strap provided with the upgrade kit to ensure proper
grounding during the installation procedure.

• Touch the metal casing of the computer’s power supply to discharge any static
electricity that may have accumulated on you.

• Leave the motherboard, CPU module(s) and memory SIMMs (if any) in their
protective packaging until you are ready to install them.

• Handle the motherboard by the back panel. If you must touch the circuit board, handle
it by the edges.

• Handle the ROSS hyperSPARC modules and memory SIMMs by the edges. Do not
touch the connectors.

• During installation, never force components into their slots. Excessive force can

Wrist strap

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damage the connectors. If a component does not seat in a slot, remove it and try again.

Recording NVRAM Configuration Parameters

Record the NVRAM configuration parameters for your computer (especially those that are
non-standard) before you proceed with the upgrade. Save this information in case you
encounter system difficulty after the upgrade is complete. This information may be
required by your system administrator.

To record NVRAM configuration parameters:

• For SunOS 4.1.3, 4.1.3_U1 or 4.1.4: At the shell prompt, enter the command:

eeprom | lpr

• For Solaris 2.3, 2.4 or 2.5: At the shell prompt, enter the command:

eeprom | lp

This prints a list of NVRAM on the network or local printer.

Customer Support Information

If you encounter problems during installation, contact ROSS Microcomputer Technical
Support at 1-888-RMCC-NOW (1-888-762-2669).

Unpacking the Upgrade Kit

The hyperSTATION motherboard is packaged in an anti-static bag and placed in a
protective foam casing. To remove the motherboard from the packaging, open the box and
lift the top piece of foam.

The hyperSPARC modules and any optional memory SIMMs provided with your upgrade
kit are packaged in separate anti-static bags. There are two compartments in the top piece
of the protective foam casing for the hyperSTATION motherboard. The hyperSPARC
modules are in one compartment.

Remove all components from their packaging, but lea v e them in their anti-static bags until
you are ready to install them.

Keep the packaging materials handy as they will be needed to return the removed
SPARCstation motherboard and old modules, upon completion of the upgrade.

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Chapter 2

Installing the

hyperSTATION Upgrade

This chapter provides step-by-step instructions that describe how to replace the
motherboard on your SPARCstation 5 or SPARCstation 20 with the hyperSTATION
Upgrade kit. The procedure is presented as the following tasks:

• Task 1: Shut down the system

• Task 2: Open the computer

• Task 3: Remove the SPARCstation motherboard

• Task 4: Install the hyperSTATION motherboard

• Task 5: Install the ROSS hyperSPARC module(s)

• Task 6: Install the memory SIMMs

• Task 7: Close the computer

• Task 8: Start up the system

The entire procedure normally takes one hour or less to complete.

Note: Your computer may appear slightly different from those illustrated on the

following pages. However, the steps for opening the case and installing the
motherboard are nearly identical for all SP ARCstations. Please refer to the manual
provided with your computer for specific information about your SPARCstation.

Important:

Before you begin, be sure to:

• Read the precautionary statements in Chapter 1.

• Have all tools needed to perform the upgrade installation at hand
(see Chapter 1).

• Install the ROSS Technology SunOS 4.1.3/4.1.3_U1 Kernel Patch CD if the
system being upgraded is using SunOS 4.1.3 or 4.1.3_U1.

• Back up the contents of the computer’s hard disk before you begin.

• Notify any users who share the computer before you shut down the computer.

• Record NVRAM parameters

• Turn off power to the computer and remove the power cord

Task 1: Shut down the system

Before you turn off the system power, you must halt the operating system or loss of data
could occur. To shut down the system:

1. If the system is using SunOS 4.1.3 or 4.1.3_U1 make sure that you have installed the
ROSS 4.1.3 / 4.1.3_U1 hyperSPARC kernel patch

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2. Back up the system files and data to tape.

3. Notify any users who share the system that the system will be shut down.

4. Halt the system with the appropriate system commands. Refer to the manual provided
with your system for information on how to do this.

A “system halted” message appears, followed by the boot monitor prompt.

5. Turn off power to all external drives.

6. Turn off power to the computer.

7. Turn off power to the monitor and any other peripheral devices.

8. Disconnect the monitor cable from the connector on the back panel of the computer.

9. Disconnect all other peripheral device cables from their connectors on the computer.

Important:

Unplug the power cable from the computer before you proceed.
Serious damage could occur to the motherboard if you do not unplug the
power cable prior to doing the motherboard installation!

Task 2: Open the computer

To remove the cover from the computer:

1. Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to loosen the captive screws that hold the cover to the
back panel. The number and positions of the screws vary. Refer to the hardware
manual provided with your computer for this information.

Captive Screws

2. Use the Phillips screwdriv er to press the retainer clip while you loosen the co ver from
the back panel with your other hand.

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3. Grasp the sides of the cover from the rear. Push the cover forward until the hinge tabs
are free of the main unit, then remove the cover from the computer.

Task 3: Remove the SPARCstation motherboard

To remove the motherboard from the computer:

1. Attach the disposable wrist strap (provided with the hyperSTATION Upgrade Kit) to
provide grounding for static electricity.

Wrap the wrist strap around your wrist twice. The adhesive side of the tape should be
against your skin.

Attach the end of the wrist strap with the adhesive copper strip to the metal casing of
the power supply in the computer.

2. Remove any SBus cards from the computer motherboard.
Use a screwdriver to remove any screws for the SBus cards on the back panel of the

computer (your system may not use screws to secure SBus cards). Open any card
retainer clips that secure the SBus cards to the connector or to the back panel.

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Carefully pull each SBus card from its connector on the motherboard.

SBus Card

SBus Card Connector
on Motherboard

Card Retainer Clips

Set the SBus card(s) and any screws aside on a clean, anti-static surface. You will
replace all SBus cards removed from the computer after you install the
hyperSTATION motherboard.

Note: AFX Bus cards must be removed from SPARCstation 5 computers where fitted

and cannot be reused with the new hyperSTATION motherboard. SBUS graphics
options must be used

3. Disconnect the following cables from their connectors on the motherboard:

Floppy drive cable (Optional)
CD ROM audio cable (on SPARCstation 5 only)
Internal SCSI cable (Hard disk / CDROM)
Power supply cable
LED/speaker cable

The number, type, and location of these connectors v ary depending on the system you
have. Please refer to the hardware manual provided with your system.

Power Supply
cable connector

Back panel

Internal SCSI
cable connector

Floppy
cable connector

Audio Cable on SPARCstation 5

LED/speaker cable
connector

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4. Use a screwdriver to remove the stay screws or loosen the captive screws for the
motherboard.

Stay screws for motherboard

5. Grasp the motherboard assembly by the back panel and gently pull the motherboard
out of the computer.

The back panel and motherboard should come smoothly out of the computer.
If it appears to be caught on something, stop pulling and examine the motherboard to
determine what is wrong. Remove any additional cables that are connected to the
motherboard.

When the motherboard is free from the computer, place it on a clean, anti-static surface.
After you install the hyperSTATION motherboard, Use the packaging to return the
SPARCstation motherboard to ROSS Microcomputer. The SPARCstation motherboard
must be returned to ROSS Microcomputer within 45 days of purchase. If you are
upgrading a Sparcstation 20, use the module packaging to return the old modules to ROSS
Microcomputer Corporation as well.

Task 4: Install the hyperSTATION motherboard

Important:

The hyperSTATION motherboard is designed to fit into any standard Sun
SPARCstation 5 or SPARCstation 20 chassis. If your computer has a
nonstandard chassis you must replace two plastic feet on the underside of the
motherboard before you install the motherboard in the computer. The
hyperSTATION Upgrade kit includes alternative plastic feet.

To replace the plastic feet on the motherboard:

• Remove the upgrade motherboard from its anti-static packaging and place it
upside-down on the anti-static packaging.

• Remove the two plastic feet from the bottom side of the motherboard.
(The feet are held on with glue and should peel off easily.)

• Locate the replacement plastic feet in the hyperSTATION
Upgrade package.

• Attach the replacement feet to the motherboard. Peel off the paper on each
plastic foot to expose the glued surface. Press the glued surface of the foot to
the motherboard.

To install the hyperSTATION Upgrade motherboard:

1. Be sure the disposable grounding strap is attached to your wrist and to the power
supply casing.

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2. Remove the hyperSTATION motherboard from its anti-static packaging.
Pick up and handle the motherboard by holding the back panel. Avoid touching

the circuit board or any components. If you must touch the circuit board, hold it
by the sides.

3. Align the hyperSTATION motherboard with the plastic slots on each side of the space
for the motherboard. These slots support the motherboard inside the computer chassis.

4. Slide the motherboard into the computer using the plastic side slots as a guide. The
motherboard should slide easily into the computer chassis. The front edge of the
motherboard should fit into a plastic slot that runs parallel to the front of the computer.

5. Secure the motherboard to the computer with the stay screws provided with the
hyperSTATION Upgrade kit.

6. Connect the following cables to their new connectors on the hyperSTATION
motherboard:

Floppy Drive cable (If Present)
SCSI device cable
Power supply cable
LED/speaker cable

The number and type of cables you need to connect may vary depending on your
SPARCstation configuration. Refer to the hardware manual provided with your
SPARCstation for details.

Power Supply
cable connector

Back panel

Internal hard drive
cable connector

Floppy
cable connector

LED/speaker cable
connector

Note: Some SPARCstation 5 computers have a CD audio cable. There is no internal

7. Install the SBus card(s) you removed from the SPARCstation 5 or SPARCstation 20
motherboard in the SBus connectors provided on the hyperSTATION motherboard.

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connector on the hyperSTATION motherboard for this cable. For multimedia
applications to provide playback from the internal speaker, an external patch
cable included must be routed from the headphone out jack of the CDROM to
the Audio in jack on the back of the hyperSTATION motherboard.

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Both hyperSTATION motherboards provide four SBus slots. Notice that the SBus
slots on Model 30 are arranged as stacked pairs; one lower slot and one upper slot. If
you have more than one SBus card, install the first card in the lower slot. Install the
second card in the upper slot.

To install an SBus card in the hyperSTATION motherboard:

Use the grounding strap provided
Remove a cover plate on the back panel to create an opening for card connectors.

Use a screwdriver to remove the screws for the cover plate.
Remove the hold-down thumbscrews from the standoffs located on both sides of

the SBus connector.
Insert the SBus card into the slot space with the card connectors (or metal bracket)

against the back panel of the computer. The SBus card connector (if present)
should appear in the opening on the back panel.

Note: AFX Bus cards must be removed from SPARCstation 5 computers where fitted

and cannot be reused with the new hyperSTATION motherboard. SBUS graphics
options must be used.

Important:

Position the SBus card connector over the receiving connector on the motherboard
then firmly but carefully push the connector on the card into the receiving
connector until the SBus card is firmly seated.

SBus Card

SBus Connector

Do not force the SBus card into the receiving connector. Excessive force may
bend or damage connector pins. If the card does not seat with firm but careful
pressure, remove the card from the computer and try again.

Replace the hold-down thumbscrews to secure the SBus card in the connector.

Task 5: Install the ROSS hyperSPARC module(s)

Your hyperSTATION Upgrade kit includes one or more ROSS hyperSPARC MBus
modules. Refer to the packing list included with your hyperSTATION package for this
information.

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Notice that the Model 30 MBus slots are arranged as stacked pairs; one lower slot and one
upper slot. You must install the first card in the lower slot. Install the second card (if
applicable) in the upper slot. Model 6 has only one MBus slot.

To install the MBus modules:

1. Be sure the disposable grounding strap is attached to your wrist and to the power
supply casing.

2. Remove the hold-down thumbscrews from the standoffs located on both sides of the
MBus connector.

3. Remove the ROSS hyperSPARC MBus module from its anti-static packaging.
Note: Handle the MBus module by the edges.

Important:

MBus slot 0 (the lower slot) must have a module installed or the system will
not work. If you have only one MBus module, it must be installed in slot 0.

4. Insert the back edge of the MBus module between the lower and upper metal tabs
located on the back panel of the hyperSTATION Motherboard.

Position the MBus module connector over the receiving connector on the
motherboard. (If you have a single MBus module, it must be installed in slot 0, the
lower slot).

MBus module

Motherboard

MBus connector

5. Firmly but carefully push the MBus module connector into the receiving connector on
the motherboard. Do not force the MBus module into the receiving connector.
Excessive force may bend or damage connector pins. If the card does not seat with
firm but careful pressure, remove the card from the computer and try again.

6. Install the hold-down thumbscrews provided to secure the MBus card in the
connector.

Repeat these steps for each MBus module you need to install.

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Task 6: Install the memory SIMMs

Your hyperSTATION Upgrade kit may include memory SIMMs. The number and type of
SIMMs included varies depending on the Upgrade kit you purchased. Refer to the packing
list included with your hyperSTATION package for this information. You can purchase
and install additional memory SIMMs for your hyperSTATION upgrade.

Important:

To install the memory SIMMs:

1. Be sure the disposable grounding strap is attached to your wrist and to the power
supply casing.

2. Remove the SIMMs from their anti-static packaging and place them on a clean, anti­static surface.

Notice that the SIMMs are “keyed” (a notch appears on one end of the SIMM at the
bottom, next to the connector).

Keyed end of
SIMM

Do not install the memory SIMMs from a SPARCstation 5 motherboard on
the hyperSTATION Upgrade motherboard. The SPARCstation 5 memory
SIMMs are not currently compatible with the ROSS motherboard. Contact

your reseller or ROSS Microcomputer Corp. for information about an
SS5 to SS20 SIMM adapter. SPARCstation 20 memory SIMMs are

compatible with the hyperSTATION Upgrade motherboard and may be used
by themselves or in combination with SIMMS obtained from ROSS. SIMM
modules of varying sizes (e.g. 16Mb and 32Mb) may be used in combination.

If you are facing the computer, with the back panel nearest to you, the notched end of
the SIMM fits into the left side of the SIMM slot. The left sides of the SIMM slots
have a plastic lever. There is one plastic lever for every two SIMM slots.

Important:

3. Position the memory SIMM over an empty SIMM slot on the hyperSTATION
motherboard.

4. Make sure the plastic lever for the SIMM slot is in an upright position.

5. Insert the SIMM into the slot on the hyperSTATION motherboard.
This requires firm pressure. Insert one end of the SIMM into the slot, then carefully

rock and press the other end of the SIMM into the connector.

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The first SIMM must be installed in the SIMM slot closest to the SBus
connectors on the motherboard. The second SIMM must be installed in the
slot immediately next to the first SIMM, and so on for all installed SIMMs.

6. Repeat these steps for each memory SIMM.

When you have completed Tasks 1 through 6, you can remove the disposable wrist strap.

Task 7: Close the computer

To replace the cover on the computer:

1. Align the cover hinge tabs with the tab slots on the bottom front of the system chassis.
Make sure the tabs are locked onto the chassis slots.

2. Lower the cover onto the chassis.

Task 8: Start up the system

Be sure to replace the cover on the SPARCstation (Task 7) before you turn on power for
the system. To start the system:

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1. Reconnect the monitor cable and all other peripheral device cables to the computer.

2. Reconnect the power cable to the computer and to an electrical outlet.

3. Turn power on for the monitor.

4. Turn power on for any external drives or other peripheral devices.

5. Turn power on for the computer with the power switch located on the back panel.
The computer begins power-on routines and runs self tests. Once the self-tests are

completed and functional modules are recognized, the operating system configures
itself automatically to take advantage of all available processors.

The boot information that displays on the screen should confirm that all MBus
hyperSPARC modules are recognized. Information appears for “
“

mod2”, and so on. This is information about the hyperSPARC modules you installed.

(

mod0 & mod 1 is slot 0, mod2 & mod 3 is slot1, )

6. When the login: prompt appears, log in and resume operations.

Note: If the machine being upgraded uses Solaris 2.3, 2.4 or 2.5 the operating system

must be reinstalled to ensure that the OS contains configuration information for
the hyperST ATION Architecture. When reloading the new OS the complete install
option must be used since the upgrade option will not update the machines
configuration options. Please follow the installation instructions that are included
with your operating system. If you are upgrading a SPARCstation 20, or the
system is running SunOS 4.1.3, 4.1.3_U1 or 4.1.4 no operating system upgrade is
necessary .

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If the computer has copy-protected software that uses the motherboard’ s hostid or ethernet
address as a key, you must reload the license server software after the hyperSTATION
upgrade. (These numbers are hard coded on to each motherboard, and hence changed as a
result of the motherboard upgrade).

Note: If system takes a long time to BOOT, the POST (Power On Self Test) must be set to
the on position. This setting causes the system to perform diagnostic tests before booting
the operating system. To disable POST, use the following instuctions:

1. Halt the system with the HALT command

2. At the OK prompt, type sentenv diag-switch false

3. reset

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FCC Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which
case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
must correct the interference. It is recommended that you first try one or more of the following measures:

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiv er is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

• In case of TV or radio interference, turn the antenna until the interference stops, or consider installing
an antenna with coaxial cable lead-in between the antenna and the TV.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Important: Modifications or changes to this product that are not expressly approved by ROSS Microcomputer

Corporation could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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Agency and Regulatory

Statements

T o ensure compliance to FCC non-interference re gulations, peripherals attached to this computer require shielded I/O
cables.

You may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful:

How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems

Stock # 004-000-00345-4
The above booklet is available from:
U.S. Government Printing Office
Washington, DC 20402
[phone]

Canadian RFI Statement:

This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de Classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur le matérial brouilleur du Canada.

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