Chapter 1. Introduction
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## Chapter 1. Introduction

This guide tells you how to install standalone XIO boards in the OCTANE workstation, and provides necessary information about the XIO module and XIO graphics boards. A standalone XIO board is one that does not attach with flex cables to any other board.

See the online documentation that shipped with your system for any configuration and/or programming guides about the standalone XIO board. When looking for a configuration or programming guide, look for a title similar to that of the board protocol name.

Check the release notes for any other information.

It's always a good idea to back up your system before installing a new board. If you have not backed up your system recently, take this opportunity to do so. For instructions on backing up your system, see the online Personal System Administration Guide.

## Additional Hardware Information

OCTANE Hardware Central - This online resource 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. It is found through the Toolchest > Selected > File QuickFind. When a window appears, type `insight`. When the InSight Bookshelf appears, choose SGI EndUser > OCTANE Hardware Central.

You can also open Netscape and in the location window, type `file:/usr/share/Insight/library/SGI_bookshelves/SGI_EndUser/books/Octane_HWCntl/index.html` to bring up OCTANE Hardware Central.

If this document is no longer installed on your system disk, see your OCTANE Workstation Owner's Guide for instructions on reinstalling this guide.

## Software and System Administration Information

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 and Licensing Guide. For system administration information, see the SGI_Admin section of the online bookshelf.

## Product Support

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.

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