NEC Applications Manager Installation Manual

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APM System Installation Manual INTRODUCTION
General Guidelines
This section simply provides advice that is intended to make the overall installation 
process as painless and clean as possible. As with any major hardware/software 
system installation, there are many potential problems to be avoided. It is hoped 
that, by sequencing the installation into steps, laying out each step as methodically 
as possible, and working in concert with manufacturer documentation, such 
problems are minimized, and each step is performed successfully the first time.
1.Prepare. It is important to allow enough time to prepare and perform each step 
without interruption or hurry. Many of the installation steps are quite simple 
when everything is organized properly and taken “one step at a time.” The first 
consideration should include a complete survey of the available hardware, 
manuals and tools necessary for the installation. Then, step-by-step, move 
through the sequenced installation process detailed in this manual.
2.Read and follow instructions. The typical UAP is generally shipped as 
individual components with separate documentation and installation guides for 
each. It is a common mistake to simply unpack everything, connect the hard 
drive, plug in the video card, install all of the peripheral devices into whatever 
slots are available, connect the keyboard and power up. This approach could 
result in a significant loss of time.
3.Map the system. Hardware components must be configured into the system 
without conflicting with each other. It is therefore important to map out the 
Interrupt Request (IRQ), Port Addressing, and memory requirements for each 
device installed. The System Configuration Data Sheet on the next page can be 
used to centralize the location of the typical information needed for the 
installation. Reference is made to this data sheet at those points in the 
installation process where documenting system data is important. Recording the 
overall system configuration on the System Configuration Data Sheet not 
only helps in the installation process, but when stored in a safe place, it can save 
valuable time in the future when maintenance and upgrade issues need to be 
addressed.
4.Test, check, test, check . . . Most chapters contain some suggested test 
procedures that can be performed after completing the installation step to make 
sure that the step has been completed successfully. If these test procedures are 
not performed at each step, error situations can compound, making it very 
difficult to discern the source of error conditions. Failure to record the overall 
system configuration and test each component could result in a failure severe 
enough to make it necessary to start over again at the operating system level. 
5.Be methodical. Using a standardized approach such as the following can 
increase the likelihood of a successful installation:
Collect the hardware devices, software installation media and installation 
guides for the given component.
Check any switch setting on the hardware and record any addressing, mem-
ory or IRQ assignments on the System Configuration Data Sheet.
Install the component according to manufacturer guidelines and the specifi-
cations provided in this manual.
Rebuild the kernel and reboot as required.
Test the component before beginning the installation of anything else. 
						

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Figure 1-3   System Configuration Data Sheet
ConfidentialSYSTEM CONFIGURATION DATA SHEETConfidential
Company Name: 
ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
Host Name:
Administrator: Date of Last Configuration Change:
(SU Password): Administrative Note:
BASIC SYSTEM INFORMATION
CPU Model Number: S/N:
Operating System: Version:
S/N: OS Activation Key:
Other:
System Memory (RAM): Memory Card:
Vi d e o  A d a p t e r :
S/N: Driver:
Hard Disk Controller 1:S/N: Type:
Hard Disk Controller 2:S/N: Type:
Hard Disk 1:S/N: Size:
Hard Disk 2:S/N: Size:
Floppy Drive 1:S/N: Size:
Floppy Drive 2:S/N: Size:
Tape Backup System:IRQ: Size:
IPort: DMA:
PERIPHERAL INFORMATION
Serial Communication Card:
Model: S/N:
Port:Base Address: Driver:
Other:
LAN (TCP/IP) Card:
Model: S/N:
Port:Base Address: IRQ:
Driver/Other:
Host Name:
IP Address:
X25 Card:Model: S/N:
Port:Base Address: IRQ:
Driver/ Other:
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APM System Installation Manual BASELINE SYSTEM
Chapter 2 BASELINE SYSTEM
Introduction
The “typical” User Application Processor referred to in Chapter 1 is configured 
using an Intel 386/486 IBM compatible base unit with a line printer. The APM 
Platform is supported on the SCO UNIX System V/386 Operating System which 
provides the necessary facilities required for a comprehensive OAI UAP. This 
criteria coupled with the requirement for an Ethernet link and an external vt100 
compatible display terminal (required to implement some OAI Applications), 
results in the following hardware configuration:
4 MB memory (RAM)
1 MB memory (RAM) for OAI/APM Platform
Operator Console. (VGA Graphics Adapter, VGA Monitor and Keyboard)
130 MB hard disk (Minimum)
1.44 MB floppy disk drive and/or Tape Cartridge Unit
Ethernet (TCP/IP) Communication Controller Card
Additional 1 MB memory for each application
Necessary Materials
Most manufacturers provide adequate documentation for installation of the 
baseline hardware. In addition, the CPU manufacturer provides a “setup” disk 
needed to format the hard drive and configure the system internal memory with the 
correct settings required for the installed peripherals. The setup utility is also 
adequately documented.
The baseline system is configured with the basic components normally associated 
with a small computer. Gather all hardware components including installation 
manuals, disks and:
Computer
Hard Disk Drive and Controller
Floppy Drive System(s)
Memory Modules (Add-in boards and/or SIMMS)
Video Adapter and Monitor
Ethernet Communication Cards
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Necessary Preparation
Configuring the baseline system involves plugging all of the hardware into 
available slots, making the required connections as directed by manufacturer 
guidelines, and powering up.
Before beginning it is important to ensure that the video card does not introduce 
addressing conflicts with the system BIOS. This is can be avoided by comparing 
the system memory map and the video cards addressing range. After the required 
hardware is installed, display the BIOS setup screen with a setup disk or by 
pressing the appropriate key (e.g., F2) while the system is booting. This BIOS 
screen allows configuration of the CMOS which identifies the video card type, 
floppy drive systems, amount of RAM, and the hard disk. It is also used to format 
the hard disk which is the next step.
Installation Procedure
The following step-by-step procedure is provided as an outline for the baseline 
system installation:
1. Using manufacturer guidelines, install the initial hardware suite:
Computer
Hard Disk Drive and Controller
Floppy Drive System(s)
Memory Modules (Add-in boards and/or SIMMS)
Video Adapter and Monitor
2. Run the computer manufacturer’s BIOS setup (this may require a setup disk 
provided by the manufacturer) and perform the following:
Configure BIOS as recommended by the manufacturer
Configure the hard disk. It is recommended by SCO that if the drive has 
more than 1024 cylinders, configure the BIOS to have only 1024 cylinders. 
This can prevent BIOS conflicts problems during installation of SCO Unix 
3.2v4.2. During installation of SCO UNIX the proper number of cylinders 
will be set.
Format the Hard Disk (typically IDE Hard disks do not require formatting).
Record the system configuration on the System Configuration Data Sheet (refer 
to Chapter 1) before continuing to the next step presented in Chapter 3, “SCO 
UNIX SYSTEM V INSTALLATION”).
Testing Procedure
Power up the baseline system. If the system BIOS version is correctly displayed 
and the standard memory test is performed without the display of any failure 
information or configuration conflicts, the baseline system is correctly installed. 
						

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Chapter 3 SCO UNIX SYSTEM V INSTALLATION
Introduction
The APM Platform is currently supported under SCO UNIX System V/386. This 
chapter supplements the SCO UNIX System V/386 Operating System Installation 
Guide with the recommended decision paths generally taken when setting up a 
UAP.
In addition to the operating system installation procedures there are a few other 
SCO-related operations that must be performed during the installation of other 
System and APM components. That is, it is necessary to know how to enter Single 
User Mode, back up the system, correctly shut down the system, and rebuild the 
kernel. There is also a post-installation procedure for extracting APM installation 
scripts from the APM Platform release media that should be performed at the 
completion of the operating system installation. Each of these operations is 
documented thoroughly within dedicated sections of this chapter.
Necessary Materials
SCO provides a wealth of valuable information that is essential to the installation 
and operation of the SCO UNIX operating system. Make sure that the complete 
manufacturer’s documentation is at hand before continuing with the operating 
system installation. Throughout the remainder of this chapter reference to the SCO 
UNIX System V/ 386 Operating System Installation Guide will be presented in the 
brief form, SCO OS Installation Guide.
The SCO UNIX System V/386 operating system is delivered in two formats. If the 
UAP is equipped with a 150 Mbyte cartridge tape unit, this format offers a real 
time-saving advantage over the floppy disk format. In any event, check the SCO 
OS Installation Guide in the section titled “About Your Installation Media” to 
verify the completeness of the release media package.
The basic system components, including memory, tape unit (if applicable), floppy 
drive(s), keyboard and hard disk, should be installed, initialized, ready for power. 
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Necessary Preparation
Before beginning to install the operating system on the UAP, make sure that the 
following tasks have been completed:
1. Set up and assemble the hardware.
2. Verify that the hardware configuration meets the minimum requirements 
specified in Chapter 2, “BASELINE SYSTEM”.
3. Run the hardware setup utility provided by the computer manufacturer.
4. Configure systems memory and BIOS settings as required.
5. Format the hard disk drive.
6. Determine the hard disk partitioning requirements.
When these basic steps have been completed the UNIX operating system can be 
installed. Chapter 1 of the SCO UNIX System V/386 Operating System Installation 
Guide discusses several important topics that include creating and formatting a 
physical DOS partition and planning disk layout.
Take some time to review Chapter 1 of that SCO manual before continuing the 
installation procedure. The remainder of this document guides a typical UAP 
installation and does not address issues that may result from the attempted 
installation of a non-typical UAP.
Installation Procedure
Chapter 2 of the SCO UNIX System V/386 Operating System Installation Guide 
provides a step-by-step installation procedure with supporting appendixes that 
cover troubleshooting, hard disk configuration, and the installation of additional 
software.
This section provides a supplemental procedure for installing SCO UNIX on a 
typical UAP. Be sure to refer frequently to the SCO installation instructions to 
ensure a smooth and timely installation. At this point the system should be powered 
up and the initial hardware configuration verified.
Step 1: Provide Initial Installation Media
Regardless of whether the installation is being performed from cartridge tape or 
floppy disk, the system must be booted up from the SCO N1 and N2 floppy disks. 
1. While the UAP system is turned off, insert the SCO-UNIX N1 disk. Power on 
the CRT and the computer by turning the system on or pressing the reset button. 
2. At the following system prompt, press Enter: 
Figure 3-1   Initial SCO UNIX Boot Prompt
3. Insert the N2 disk when prompted and press Enter. 
Boot
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Step 2: Select Installation Type
When the booting process completes, the system prompts you to select an 
installation type, as illustrated below: 
A Fresh Installation cleanly installs the new release of the software on your system. 
The Update Installation replaces the current release of the software with the new 
release. 
1. Type the number corresponding to the installation type you want to use. We 
recommend that you select option 1 (Fresh installation).
2. Press Enter.
Step 3: Select the Appropriate Keyboard Type
1. Select the appropriate keyboard from among the following options:
2. Press Enter.
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Step 4: Initialization of Hard Disk
After you select a keyboard type, the following screen displays:
You need to select the “Fully Configurable Initialization” option to allow for 
creation of the recommended filesystems. When the options are displayed, do the 
following:
1. Select the Fully Configurable Initialization option by typing 1 and pressing 
Enter.
The following message appears: “During installation you may choose to 
overwrite all or part of the present contents of the hard disk. Do you wish to 
continue (y/n)?” 
2. Continue by typing y and pressing Enter.
Note:
If you enter anything other than a “y” or “Y”, the installation is terminated, and 
a message indicates when the process has been aborted. 
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Step 5: Display Current Disk Parameters
At this point, the formatting process should be completed and ready for verification 
of the drive’s parameters and bad track table. The following menu displays:
1. Type 1 and press Enter.
The drives parameters display. For a typical 1 Gibabyte hard drive, the 
parameter table should contain the following values: 
Disk Parameters Values
1. Cylinders 2047
2. Heads 16
3. Write Reduce 0
4. Write Precomp 0
5. Ecc 0
6. Control 8
7. Landing Zone 2048
8. Sectors/track 63
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The number of cylinders, sectors, and heads varies from disk to disk. These may 
need to be modified depending on the hard disk installed. 
2. If the parameters are not correct, select option 2 (
Modify current disk 
parameters) and press Enter.
3. Type the number associated with the incorrect value and press Enter. 
4. At the prompt, enter the replacement value and press Enter. 
5. Continue this process until all values are correct, and display the parameters by 
typing 1 and pressing Enter at the Hard Disk Drive 0 Configuration menu.
6. If the values are correct, exit the menu by typing q and pressing Enter.
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Step 6: Elect to Use the Entire Disk for UNIX
Most UAPs are used exclusively for the purpose of providing an OAI interface to 
the PBX and a host for the APM Platform. For that reason, the typical UAP 
installation requires only a single UNIX partition on the hard disk. If installation 
must include a DOS partition or multiple UNIX partitions, consult the SCO OS 
Installation Guide for guidance in creating them. 
 
1. Select option 2 to use the entire disk for the UNIX operating system and press 
Enter.
2. If the operating system has previously been installed on the hard drive, the 
following prompt appears: “Warning! All data on your disk will be lost! Do you 
wish to continue! (y/n)?”
Type y and press Enter.
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