Xerox 96 MX DocuPrint Installation Guide
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Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX
Laser Printing System
System Generation Guide
April 1998
721P85620
Xerox Corporation
701 S. Aviation Boulevard
El Segundo, CA 90245
©1998 by Xerox Corporation. All rights reserved.
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Printed in the United States of America.
Publication number: 721P85620
Xerox® and all Xerox products mentioned in this publication are trademarks of Xerox Corporation. Products and trademarks of other companies are also acknowledged.
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Related publications
Notice
The Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing System –
System Generation Guide is part of the eight manual reference set for your laser printing system. The entire reference set is listed in the table below. Several other related documents are also listed for your convenience. For a complete list and description of available Xerox documentation, refer to the Xerox Documentation Catalog
(Publication number 610P17417) or call the Xerox Documentation and Software Services (XDSS) at 1-800-327-9753.
Table 1.
Related Publications
Publication Number
Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing
System Operator Guide
721P85590
Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing
System Operations Reference
721P85610
Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing
System Message Guide
721P85650
Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing
System PDL Reference
721P85640
Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing
System Forms Creation Guide
721P85630
Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing
System System Generation Guide
721P85620
Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing
System Installation Planning Guide
721P85600
Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing
Operator Command Summary Card
721P85660
Xerox Laser Printing Systems Tape Formats Manual 600P86175
X erox Laser Printing Systems Standard Font Library
Font User Guide
600P86174
Helpful Facts About Paper 721P82492
This publication may contain descriptions of concepts and features not currently available for your Xerox Laser Printing System. Consult your Xerox sales representative or your operating system software program description for additional information.
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Table of Contents
Related publications
Notice
Introduction
About the reference set
Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing System document set
Document conventions
1.
Sysgen overview
Resource and information checklist
2.
Sysgen commands
Sysgen Command menu
Command functions
Entering and abbreviating commands
3.
Sample system configurations
Configuration menu
Additional sysgen parameters
3-1
3-3
3-7
4.
Sysgen and sysgen-related procedures
Precautions
Performing a full sysgen
Choosing a format command
Full sysgen procedure summary
Full sysgen procedure
Performing an offline update sysgen
Choosing a sysgen command
Offline update sysgen procedure summary
4-10
4-10
4-10
Steps to perform an offline update sysgen using the AUTO command 4-11
Steps to perform an offline update sysgen using the SYSGEN command 4-14
4-1
4-1
4-1
4-2
4-2
4-3
Performing an online update sysgen
Online update sysgen procedure summary
Steps to perform an online update sysgen
Performing a mini sysgen
Mini sysgen procedure summary
Formatting a system disk
4-17
4-17
4-17
4-23
4-23
4-25
2-1
2-1
2-1
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1-1
1-3 iii iii
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Disk formatting summary
Steps to format a system disk
Erasing a system disk
Disk erasing summary
Steps to erase a disk
A.
Sample JCL for transmission of system software tapes
Glossary
Index
4-25
4-25
4-26
4-26
4-26
A-1
GLOSSARY-1
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Introduction
The Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing System—
System Generation Guide is one of eight documents that make up the DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Reference Set. The guide is divided into four chapters and one appendix as listed.
Chapter
1. Sysgen overview
2. Sysgen commands
Content
Types of sysgen available and the resources required to perform a sysgen.
Sysgen commands and how to use them.
3. Sample system configurations System configuration options and parameters.
4. Sysgen and sysgen-related procedures
Step-by-step installation and upgrade procedures for full, update, and mini sysgens.
A. Sample JCL for transmission of system software tapes
Example of a typical host utility for sending concatenated files to the printing system.
About the reference set
This document is part of a reference set designed to help you receive maximum benefit from your DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Laser
Printing System (LPS).
To help you select the appropriate document for your needs, the following section identifies the documents in the set and describes the information contained in each.
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INTRODUCTION
Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX Laser Printing System document set
The Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS document set includes the following:
Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX
LPS Operator Guide
This reference contains the following information:
•
System overview
•
Paper facts and procedures
•
Operating procedures
•
Maintenance
•
Problem solving
•
Supplies
•
Meter reading and reporting
Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX
LPS PDL Reference
This reference contains the following information:
•
Print Description Language components and processes
•
Input processing functions
•
Output processing functions
•
PDL command summary
•
Page formatting guidelines
•
Character code assignment tables
•
PDL programming information with step-by-step instructions
Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX
LPS System Generation Guide
This reference contains the following information:
•
Configuration options
•
Commands
•
OSS software installation, upgrade, and modification
Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX
LPS Operations Reference
This reference contains the following information:
•
Command syntax for operator and system administrator procedures
•
LPS defaults
•
LPS resources
•
Command summaries
•
Communication and graphics on the LPS
•
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INTRODUCTION
Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX
LPS Forms Creation Guide
This reference contains the following information:
•
Basic concepts for creating forms
•
Coding and compiling for LPS Forms Description Language
•
Sample form setup command sets
•
Tips for successful forms creation
Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX
LPS Operator Command Summary
Card
This reference provides a quick reference of commonly-used commands.
Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX
LPS Message Guide
This reference contains the following information:
•
OSS and other messages
•
Meaning and recovery procedures
Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX
LPS Installation Planning Guide
This reference contains the following information:
•
LPS basic components and options
•
Tasks that must be accomplished before installation
•
Preinstallation requirements
•
Installation process
•
Postinstallation activities
Xerox LPS Tape Formats Manual
This reference contains the following information:
•
Characteristics of different formats
•
File organization
•
Data formats
•
Carriage control conventions
Xerox LPS Standard Font Library Font
User Guide
This reference contains the following information:
•
Font naming conventions
•
Listing of standard fonts
•
Data Sheets
•
Glossary to typography terminology
Helpful Facts About Paper
This reference contains the following information:
•
Selection and guidelines
•
Storage
•
Specifications for different printers
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INTRODUCTION
Document conventions
This guide uses the following conventions:
< > Angle brackets are used for keys on the system controller keyboard.
{} Curly brackets are used for required characters.
...
Ellipses indicate that you may repeat a parameter or list a series of parameters.
[] Square brackets are used for optional command characters.
| Vertical bars are used to separate parameters in a series. The vertical bar stands for “or.”
Bold
Bold is used for characters you enter at the command line.
Italics Italics are used for variable information.
Monospace font The monospace font is used to display system responses.
Underline System default parameters are underlined.
UPPERCASE Uppercase letters are used for command names. You may key in entire words for each command, or the first three characters of each word. In this manual the entire word of each command is spelled out.
Note:
A note indicates an operation, practice or condition that should be taken into consideration to efficiently accomplish a task.
Caution:
Cautions alert you to an action that could damage hardware or software.
!
Warning:
Warnings alert you to conditions that may affect the safety of people.
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Sysgen overview
This chapter provides information on different type of sysgens, operating system software (OSS), and the resource information needed when performing a system sysgen.
Sysgen definition
A system generation, or sysgen, is the process you use to install, upgrade, or modify the operating system software (OSS) on a Xerox
Laser Printing System (LPS).
Types of sysgen
Table 1-1 lists the purpose of each sysgen type.
Table 1-1.
Types of sysgen
Sysgen type
Sysgen
Auto
Mini
Purpose
Build a new operating system on new or existing system disks.
Example:
— Installing a brand new system
— Replacing, formatting or erasing a system disk
— When required for installing a new software release or patch.
Add or update features or operating systems.
•
Add new features to an existing operating system
•
Replace the existing version of the operating system with a new version.
Change the configuration options of the current system without affecting user files.
Example:
•
Changing online host address
•
Adding finishing equipment
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SYSGEN OVERVIEW
OSS contents
New versions of the operating system software (OSS) are distributed by Xerox on magnetic tapes or cartridges. These media contain the items listed in table 1-2.
Table 1-2.
OSS software
OSS software item
New system files
Sysgen processor program
(Tapes only) concatenated version of the system files and sysgen processor
Patch files
Function
Enabling LPS features.
Loading the new system files onto the
LPS system disk and configuring them to a particular system.
Performing an online sysgen in which the files and processor are downloaded to the printing system from a host computer.
Modifying the new system files for optimal performance.
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SYSGEN OVERVIEW
Resource and information checklist
The following checklist will help you determine if you have all the resources and information necessary to begin a sysgen.
To perform a full sysgen, you need the following:
•
Installed LPS
•
OSS:
– 9-track reel-to-reel
– 36-track 3490E cartridge
– 1/4-inch cartridge
•
Font tapes:
– Standard font tape
– Special font tapes (including logo and signature)
•
User file tapes
•
Documentation
– OSS Program Description (-11)
– LPS Reference Set.
Refer to the “Related publications” section of the “Introduction” for a list of available documentation.
Information you need for full or update sysgen
Before you begin a full or update sysgen, gather the following information:
•
Laser image alignment coordinates
•
The number of forms, fonts, and (optionally) graphics settings per page in your installation
•
A list of all the user files resident on the system disks
•
A hardcopy of your current system configuration
•
Print file size
•
System disk IDs.
Questions to answer
Before you begin a sysgen, know the answers to the following questions:
•
Is the account file to be saved or deleted during the sysgen?
•
Are the Mergenthaler fonts used by your installation?
•
Do you have any site-specific patches to be applied in the postsysgen procedure?
•
Are any of your .IPM files corrupt or missing?
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SYSGEN OVERVIEW
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Sysgen commands
This chapter explains the commands used for performing sysgens.
Sysgen Command menu
The Sysgen Command menu, illustrated in table 2-1, appears on the printing system display screen when you boot the sysgen processor.
It also appears when COMMANDS is entered following the sysgen prompt character.
Note:
The command HOSTCOPY options appears in your Sysgen
Command menu only if your system has online capability.
The interactive dialogue for a particular procedure may vary slightly depending upon the release medium (tape or cartridge), input method (online or offline), and product configuration.
Table 2-1.
Sysgen Command menu
**** SYSGEN PROCESSOR, VERSION V3B ****
COMMAND
COMMANDS
BOOT
SYSGEN
Display commands
Boot the operating system
Build or update system files on disk from tape or host
FORMAT
HOSTCOPY
Clear and format disk pack
Copy user files from host to disk
Auto sysgen AUTO
MINI
ERASE
Configuration change only
Erase all files
Enter Cmd (’C’ for Menu)>
Command functions
The commands in Table 2-1 may appear in the Sysgen Command menu, depending upon the hardware options present on your system. Command abbreviations are underlined.
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SYSGEN COMMANDS
Command
COMMANDS
BOOT
SYSGEN
FORMAT
HOSTCOPY
AUTO
MINI
ERASE
Table 2-2.
Sysgen commands
Function
Displays the Sysgen Command menu on the printing system display screen. (The menu does not have to display for you to enter a command.)
Boots the operating system. If a sysgen has been performed, any sysgen patches are applied. This command must be the first entered after completing a SYSGEN command.
Builds a new operating system on the system disks from a system software tape or from system software tape (SST) files downloaded from a host computer. All system files can be updated.
This option requires more user interaction than AUTO, and you must use it if the SST is to be downloaded from a host computer.
A BOOT command must follow successful completion of this command.
Formats any or all of the system disks and performs a sector check. All files on the system disks, except for the MBAIS file, are destroyed. This includes user files. This procedure is not normally needed unless specifically called for in your OSS program description or unless read errors or other disk problems occur. (Refer to ERASE.)
Downloads font files, patch files, and user-generated EBCDIC data files from a host computer to the LPS system disks. This option allows an online printing system, with no magnetic tape drive, to retrieve tape files from the host.
Builds a new operating system on the system disks from a SST and allows all System files to be updated. The AUTO Sysgen reverts to a full Sysgen if a FORMAT has just been performed.
When you use AUTO for a recently formatted disk, configuration information is no longer available to the system from the disks and must be entered, as though the
SYSGEN command had been used. The only truly automatic sysgen, using AUTO, can be an update sysgen.
This option requires less user interaction than SYSGEN by automatically invoking a standard sequence of sysgen commands. It differs from SYSGEN in the following ways:
•
AUTO builds from tape input only.
•
AUTO does not ask for a configuration update.
•
AUTO automatically saves the accounting file.
Modifies the configuration file in response to selections made through the
Configuration Options menu. (Refer to the “Sample system configuration options” chapter.)
CAUTION: Do not execute the MINI command immediately following completion of a
SYSGEN command. This prevents the application of patches.
Note that the only changes to the system configuration that should be made using mini are to those features whose software has been incorporated in the operating system by a previous sysgen. For example, you may deactivate or reactivate a feature or change interface address parameters by using the mini sysgen procedure. (Generally, when you add features to the system, the system files must be changed or patched.
This requires an update sysgen, invoked using the SYSGEN or AUTO commands to ensure system file integrity.)
Clears any or all of the system disks. All files on the disks, except for the MBAIS and bad block files, are destroyed. This includes user files. Because the ERASE command does not perform a FORMAT or a sector check, it executes faster than the FORMAT command. (Refer to FORMAT.)
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Entering and abbreviating commands
Refer to the following directions when entering commands.
Entering commands
Enter commands after the sysgen prompt character (>), then press
<ENTER>.
After the command has completed processing, the prompt character displays again (except after the BOOT command). The menu need not display for you to issue a command.
Abbreviating commands
The command may be entered as shown in the menu or may be abbreviated to as few letters as necessary to differentiate it from any other command in the menu.
Example
To enter the command SYSGEN, you can enter any of the following abbreviations:
•
SY
•
SYS
•
SYSG
•
SYSGE
•
...or by SYSGEN spelled out in full.
Command strings
You may enter several commands as a string, and the system executes them serially. For example, entering FORMAT, SYSGEN, and BOOT, then pressing <ENTER>, results in each procedure being invoked in turn unless fatal errors occur.
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SYSGEN COMMANDS
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Sample system configurations
Use the information provided in this chapter to select your configuration specifications.
Stages of the sysgen process
An overview description of the sysgen process is shown in Table 3-1.
Table 3-1.
Sysgen process
4
5
6
Stage Description
1 You start the sysgen process.
2
3
The LPS displays system configuration information on the screen in a format similar to the illustration in table 3-2. The items differ depending upon your system components and the version of software you are using.
The system asks you if you want to make changes to the configuration.
You answer “yes.”
The LPS displays the Configuration Options menu.
7
8
9
You enter the number of a listed option to select or deselect a feature. For some options, a further list of suboptions displays.
The system incorporates the software for each feature you select into the operating system, and creates a configuration file (DISPCF.SYS).
Note: The printing system must have the appropriate hardware installed to support the features specified.
Selecting uninstalled features may result in an unsuccessful sysgen, an unusable system, or both.
You can modify the configuration file by using the mini sysgen procedure to deactivate or reactivate a feature.
Once your system is configured successfully, you can get a copy of the configuration information by printing the customer billing report. Refer to the
DocuPrint 96/
DocuPrint 96MX LPS Operations Reference for further details. This configuration information assists you in recreating your basic system configuration during a full sysgen.
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SAMPLE SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS
Table 3-2 shows a sample system configuration for the DocuPrint 96/
DocuPrint 96MX LPS.
Table 3-2.
Sample Configuration
**** SYSTEM CONFIGURATION ****
Machine Type - DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX
CPU MEMORY = 1024K
AIS: Version 2
SCSI Disk Units: 0,Floppy
Page Buffer Memory Size: 128 Banks
Bitmap Memory: 256 Megabits
Ink Memory: 2 Megabits
Text and Metrics Memory: 3 Megabytes
Online: Address 24
-Mode Burst, Device 3211
Terminal Type: Character
Page Buffer A,B: 2 BUFFERS
Memory Test at Boot = no
Auto Boot Enabled = no
Boot Message Display = yes
Printer Characteristics
- Speed: 96 ppm
- Resolution: 300 spi
- Default Order: 1 to N
- Paper size: 8.50 x 11.00 Inches
MICR Mode Default = OFF | ON
Language: U.S. English
Graphics Type: AIS
SCSI Tape Devices:
- Reel to Reel: HP-SCSE A/Ch 0/Tg 0
- Streamer Tape: HP-SCSE A/Ch 0/Tg 1
SCSI Tape Device Assignments:
- TD0 = Reel to Reel Tape
- TD1 = Streamer tape
Do you wish to make any changes? Enter ’y’ or ’n
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Configuration menu
Table 3-3 illustrates a sample configuration options menu for the
DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS.
Table 3-3.
Sample Configuration Options menu
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
12
)
13)
14
)
15)
2)
3)
4)
5)
Select which of the following options are to be added, deleted, or changed?
0)
1)
None
Full memory test at boot
Auto Boot
Message Display during boot
Shared Disk
MICR Mode Default
On-line Interface
Xerox Print service Manager
Kanji
Ethernet
Language
Paper size
XPAF
Raster Image Processor
Terminal Type
Tape Device Table
Default Printing Order 16)
(Enter numbers)
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Table 3-4.
Sample configurations
Option
0) None
1) Full memory test
2) Auto boot
3) Message display
Description
Returns you to the base system configuration display screen.
Determines the amount of system memory test at power on.
Determines whether auto boot is enabled at power on.
Determines whether boot diagnostic messages display at power on.
4) Shared disk
5) MICR mode default
6) On-line interface (if installed)
Adds or removes the shared disk option.
Adds or removes the MICR mode default option.
Displays the following question:
DOES THIS SYSTEM HAVE AN ONLINE INTERFACE?
ENTER ’Y’ OR ’N’.
If you enter N, the online feature is removed from the system being generated.
If you enter Y, the configuration options are automatically selected by the system and the display returns to the base configuration.
Adds or removes the DocuPrintServer (formerly XPSM).
7) Xerox Print Service
Manager
8) Kanji Adds or removes Kanji.
9) Ethernet (if installed) Displays the following question:
IS THIS SYSTEM CONNECTED TO A XEROX ETHERNET? ENTER ’Y’
OR ’N’
.
If you enter N, the Ethernet feature is removed from the system being generated.
If you enter Y, the following suboptions display:
ETHERNET CHANGE LIST:
1) NONE
2) READ PRINTER’S ADDRESS
3) ETHERNET NETWORK ADDRESS
Selecting NONE results in no Ethernet changes.
Selecting
READ PRINTER’S ADDRESS
results in the printing system providing its internal address as a parameter to the sysgen processor.
This address is shown in table 3-2, Base system configuration for
DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS, in both hexadecimal and decimal format. The decimal value is preceded by an asterisk (*). (The printing system internal address is set by Xerox at the time of manufacture.)
Selecting
ETHERNET NETWORK ADDRESS
results in a prompt for the address of the Ethernet network. You may enter this address in either hexadecimal or decimal form. For a decimal value, enter an asterisk followed by the address (for example, *355). A value not preceded by an asterisk is assumed to be hexadecimal. (The network address is assigned by Xerox. Consult your network system administrator for the correct assignment.)
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Option
10) Language
11) Paper size
SAMPLE SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS
Table 3-4.
Sample configurations (continued)
Description
Displays the following suboptions:
0) NONE
1) U.S. ENGLISH
2) U.K. ENGLISH
3) GERMAN
4) FRENCH
5) DUTCH
6) SWEDISH
7) NORWEGIAN
8) FINNISH
9) DANISH
10) SPANISH
11) ITALIAN
12) PORTUGUESE
Selecting
NONE
results in no change from the default language, which is
U.S. English.
The display dialogue of the newly generated system will be in the language that you select. (Languages other than those listed above are also available. The suboption list reflects what is on the system software tape or floppy disk.)
The only difference between the U.K. English and U.S. English language options is that:
•
U.K. English displays paper sizes in millimeters.
•
U.S. English displays paper sizes in inches.
Of the other language suboptions, only French, German, and Spanish are currently translated. U.S. English messages are displayed if a sysgen is performed in any of the other languages.
The customer must insure that the proper language is installed on the
ESS and IOT. The ESS may be sysgened to one language although commands in English are always accepted.
Displays the paper size menu.
Select paper size
Size Inches Millimeters
1) US Letter 8.5 x 11.0 216 x 279
2) US Legal 8.5 x 14 216 x 356
3) A3 16.54 x 11.69 420 x 297
4) A4 8.27 x 11.69 210 x 297
5) B4 10.12 x 14.33 257 x 364
6) B5 7.17 x 10.12 182 x 257
7) User Selectable Size
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SAMPLE SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS
Table 3-4.
Sample configurations (continued)
Option
12) XPAF (if installed)
13) Raster image processor (if installed)
Description
Selecting this option adds XPAF; selecting it again removes it.
Displays the following question:
DOES THIS SYSTEM HAVE A RASTER IMAGE PROCESSOR? ENTER
’Y’ OR ’N’
If you enter N, all raster image processor (RIP) devices are removed from the system.
If you enter Y, the following message is displayed:
TYPE THE RIP UNIT NUMBERS (0-3)
ENTER OPTIONS
Enter the appropriate numbers. If found, they are added to the system. If
RIP is not found, the following message is displayed:
RIP x IS NOT IN THE SYSTEM (PLEASE CONFIRM)
ENTER ’Y’ OR ’N’
14) Terminal type
15) Tape device table
Selecting this option has no effect.
Selecting this option allows you to alter the tape device assignment table.
16) Default printing order Selecting this option displays the following suboptions:
1) 1 - N
2) N - 1
Enter option 1 for first-to-last page (facedown) output; or option 2 for lastto-first page (faceup) output.
You may select either 1TON or NTO1 as the system default.
When the system default is 1TON, NTO1 is processed only if it is invoked in the JDE or JDL. The system ignores NTO1 in DJDE-selected job descriptor entries (JDEs) or job descriptor libraries (JDLs).
When the system default is NTO1, the system assumes each report is
NTO1 until the first data page, even if 1TON is specified in the JDE or JDL.
This arrangement allows you to use DJDE-selected JDEs and JDLs that invoke NTO1 after a series of banner pages.
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Additional sysgen parameters
Command
Type of sysgen
System ID
Accounting file
Report accounting
Setting default values
In addition to the configuration options listed previously, you may also need to supply the following information during the system generation process.
Table 3-5.
Sysgen parameters
Description
Sysgen, auto sysgen, or mini sysgen can be performed by selecting appropriate commands from the Sysgen Command menu (table 2-1)
Each system can be assigned a name of up to 30 alphanumeric characters, including spaces.
The ID displays in the following situations:
•
Whenever the system is booted
•
When a rollover and recovery occurs
•
In a rollover dump
•
Whenever a sysgen is performed
•
On listings produced by the Editor
•
On listings produced by the REPORT command to report billing information.
You are asked if you want to save user accounting information.
Remember that if a currently existing accounting file is not saved, you lose not only the accounting data but also the hierarchical data used to structure the file.
You are asked if you want report accounting. This results in run statistics being recorded for each report, as opposed to each job (which may contain several reports).
After the sysgen completes, you may want to adjust the following parameters to which the sysgen automatically assigns default values:
•
Maximum fonts per job (default 32)
•
Maximum forms per job (default 12)
•
Maximum graphics per job (default 32)
•
Print file size (default of 425 cylinders is not determined by a sysgen).
Refer to the Xerox DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS
Operations Reference for information on modifying these values.
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Sysgen and sysgen-related procedures
This chapter contains information to perform the system generation for the DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS.
Precautions
Before you begin a sysgen, make sure you comply with the following points:
•
Do not overwrite the current version of the system files with system files from previous software versions.
•
Do not copy the current version system file types to a system with an older version of software.
Performing a full sysgen
Use the information given below when performing a full sysgen.
When to use a full sysgen
In the full sysgen procedure, all system disks are formatted and the operating system software is installed on the system disks. A full sysgen is normally performed in the following situations:
•
A new system is installed
•
A system disk is replaced
•
Read errors or other disk problems have occurred
•
When required for a specific system or patch.
Backing up user files
It is important to back up all user files.
Caution:
If the disk being formatted contains user files, be sure to back up those files before formatting because they will be deleted from the disk.
Sysgen media
A full sysgen can be performed from tape, cartridge, or host. The step-by-step procedures provided in the following section are for a full sysgen from any medium.
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Choosing a format command
Table 4-1 lists the differences between the FORMAT and ERASE commands used for formatting the system disks prior to sysgen.
Table 4-1.
Differences between format and erase commands
FORMAT command
•
Deletes all files except the MBAIS file
•
Performs a sector check
•
Flags any new bad block areas.
ERASE command
•
Saves both the MBAIS and bad block files.
•
Does not perform a new sector check.
You must use when:
•
Replacing a system disk
•
Installing an additional disk into the system
•
Read errors or other disk problems have occurred
•
Verifying the integrity of the system disk and the
MBAIS data.
Use if you are confident of your system disk integrity.
Full sysgen procedure summary
Use the following procedure when performing a full sysgen.
Step 1.
Back up any user files residing on the disks to be formatted
Step 2.
Load the sysgen processor into the main memory.
Step 3.
Use either the FORMAT or the ERASE command to format the system disks. Refer to the comparison table 4-1 and the “Formatting a system disk” or “Erasing a system disk” procedure later in this chapter.
Step 4.
Install the new operating system software (OSS) using the SYSGEN command.
a.
Define the system configuration b.
Load the operating system software c.
Apply system patches (automatic) d.
Apply any OSS or user patches.
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Full sysgen procedure
The following table lists the steps used to perform a full sysgen.
Table 4-2.
Steps to perform a full sysgen
Step Action
1. Load the SST tape or cartridge tape on the selected peripheral device.
2. Press the Boot button.
System response
The following is displayed:
READY
$
3. Key in: The command menu displays:
BT (boot from tape),
BC (boot from 1/4-inch cartridge tape), or
BX (boot from 36-track 3490E
cartridge)
COMMANDS DISPLAY COMMANDS
BOOT Boot the operating system
SYSGEN Build or update system files on
disk from tape or host
FORMAT Format and initialize disk pack
HOSTCOPY Copy user files from host to
disk
AUTO Auto Sysgen
MINI Configuration change only
ERASE Erase all files.
4.
Format the system disks by entering
FORMAT or ERASE and pressing
<ENTER>.
The following message displays:
Formatting/Erasing the disks will destroy the data.
Do you still want to format/erase the disk(s)? (y or n)
NOTE: System responses reflect the format procedure. The Erase procedure mimics the format procedure with the exceptions of
"erase" appearing in some places where format had been displayed.
5. Enter Y to continue with the format Are you sure? [y or n]
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Table 4-2.
Steps to perform a full sysgen (continued)
Step Action System response
6. Enter Y to confirm that you want to continue the formatting of the disk(s).
For Y, the following is displayed:
**SCSI FORMAT/ERASE VERSION XX RUNNING**
Program operating mode: FORMAT
NOTE: DP1: through DP3: will only be displayed if installed.
Located DP0: ...(manufacturer) (disk type)
Located DP1: ...(manufacturer) (disk type)
Located DP2: ...(manufacturer) (disk type)
Located DP3: ...(manufacturer) (disk type)
FORMAT OPTIONS:
1. All disks
2. Selected disk(s)
>
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Table 4-2.
Steps to perform a full sysgen (continued)
Step Action System response
7. Enter the option number and press
<ENTER>.
Option 1 selects all disk drives installed on the controller.
Option 2 allows individual drives to be selected.
Enter the drive unit number to be formatted.
If more than one drive unit is to be formatted, enter all selected drive unit numbers separated by commas.
Enter the disk units to format
Such as: >0,1,3
Then press <ENTER>.
DP0: CONFIRM (Y/N)
The following information is displayed for the disks selected to be formatted:
Disk characteristics (DPx:)
Manufacturer & Type: (manufacturer) (disk type)
Unit Serial Number: nnnnn
Usable capacity: cccc MB
Number of 512-byte sectors: ssssss
Number of heads: h
Number of tracks: ttttt
Spare sectors per cylinder: s
Spare tracks per device: tt
>>>Enter "Y" to confirm that you want to continue
>
NOTE: Only one disk’s information will be displayed at a time. Entering Y will display the next installed disk or cause sysgen to continue.
8. Enter Y and press <ENTER>
1. Format Selected Disk(s)
2. Abort Format
Enter selection:
>
9. Enter 1 and press <ENTER>.
Entering 1 causes the formatting of the selected disks to occur.
The following is displayed for DP0: selected or it is the only drive in the controller:
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Table 4-2.
Steps to perform a full sysgen (continued)
Step Action System response
*******************************************************************************
* Disk unit * 0 * 1 * 2 * 3 *
*******************************************************************************
* Drive Type * * * * *
*******************************************************************************
* Disk Status * Selected * Not present * Not Present * Not present *
*******************************************************************************
*Format * * * * *
* Elapsed * mm:ss * * * *
* Time * * * * *
******************************************************************************
* Total * * * * *
* Usable * * * * *
* Sectors * * * * *
*******************************************************************************
When formatting is completed the following is displayed:
Format/Erase program completed.
System does not have an ID record
Enter system id of up to 30 characters
....*....*....*....*....*....*
>
10. Enter the system ID record of up to 30 characters and press <ENTER>.
System ID IS: xxxxx (the ID record that
you just entered.)
Do you want to enter a new system id?
’y’ or ’n’
11. Enter N and <ENTER>.
Initializing disk drive 0
Creating file BITMAP .$Y$ on drive 0
Creating file MSBLK .$Y$ on drive 0
Creating file BADBLK .$Y$ on drive 0
Creating file CDLYL .$Y$ on drive 0
ENTER CMD (’C’ FOR MENU)>
12. Key in SYSGEN and press <ENTER>.
* Sysgen program running *
System ID is: xxxxx
13. Enter N and <ENTER> to allow the sysgen to continue. Go to step 15.
Do you want to enter a new system id?
'y' or 'n'
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Step Action
14. Enter Y and <ENTER> to allow the previously entered ID to be changed.
Table 4-2.
Steps to perform a full sysgen (continued)
System response
Enter system ID of up to 30 characters
....*....*....*....*....*....*
>
Key in the new ID and press <ENTER>.
NOTE: When you enter N, sysgen will continue. If you enter Y, you will be able to change the system ID again.
15. If configured, enter the Ethernet address provided by Xerox and press <ENTER>.
* System ID IS: xxxxx
Do you want to enter a new system id?
’y or ’n’
Enter Ethernet Network Address
>
16. Enter Y or N and <ENTER>. A Y and
<ENTER> response causes the change menu to display. Each time a change is made, the change question is asked until an
N and <ENTER> is entered, and the sysgen program continues.
The base configuration and the system configuration options are displayed followed by:
Do you wish to make any changes? Enter ’y’ or
’n’
17. To discard the changes you just made and continue sysgen, enter Y.
To save the changes you just made and continue sysgen, enter N.
Do you want to discard the changes you just made? Enter ’y’ or ’n
>
18 Enter ’h’ (for host/online sysgen) or ’t’ (for offline sysgen) and press <ENTER>.
Creating file DISPCF.SYS on drive 0.
Should sysgen read from host or tape? ’h’ or
't’
Reading files from tape/host is displayed.
Each file is read from the online channel or tape and placed on the disk.
NOTE: The system response is for offline sysgen. For online sysgen refer to step 9 of the Online Update
Creating file xxxxxx.yyy on drive n
xxxxxx is the system file name,
yyy is the system file type, and
n is the drive number that the file is
stored onto.
When sysgen completes, the following message displays:
* Tape rewinding * Sysgen process successful
*
* Sysgen program off *
Enter Cmd ['C' for Menu]>
19. Key in B (boot) and press <ENTER>.
The OSS loads onto the system disk.
Loading program . .
Time prompt appears.
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Step Action
20. Enter the date and time. Entry of the seconds (ss) is optional.
Table 4-2.
Steps to perform a full sysgen (continued)
System response
The time window displays.
Enter Y or N to indicate whether time and date are correct.
mm/dd/yy hh:mm:ss
21.
ARE THE DATE AND TIME CORRECT AS DISPLAYED (Y/
N)?
The system displays:
**Applying sysgen patches*
*
The following patches may be selected by
PATCH-ID: PATCH-ID INVOKES
---------------- --------------
MER001 Patch to allow Mergenthaler
fonts only.
Enter patch ID’s or press ENTER:
22. Enter the patch ID’s that are needed for the system and press <ENTER>, OR just press
<ENTER>.
***RESUMING SYSGEN PATCHES***
** Sysgen patches completed**
** Deleting sysgen patches**
23. Select Yes for 2000 reports or No for 100 reports.
*! Crash/Reboot will occur in 15 seconds !*
The system reboots, the OS2660 accounting reports message appears.
Upon your selection of Yes or No, the system begins and completes the loading and testing process
When complete the following displays:
24 Enter Y and press <ENTER>.
; WOULD YOU LIKE TO COMPILE THE .IPM FILES
AT THIS TIME? (Y/N)
IFU IPFNTS IPFNTS
Lists all font families as they are compiled in the following format.
IF1100 Font family "(specific font family)"
Upon completion of compilation, the system automatically goes to logon class 1 and displays:
Class 1 selected
OS1000 Ready For Commands hh:mm:ss
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Table 4-2.
Steps to perform a full sysgen (continued)
Step Action System response
25. Apply any incremental patches. Refer to the “Steps for loading incremental patches” section at the end of this chapter.
This completes a full sysgen.
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Performing an offline update sysgen
Use the information given below when performing a offline update sysgen.
When to use
An offline update sysgen is normally performed for the following purposes:
•
To add major new features to the existing operating system
•
To replace the existing version of the operating system with a new version.
No disk format required
System disks are not formatted prior to an update sysgen, so user files need not be backed up as long as there is sufficient room on the disks to generate the new system.
Choosing a sysgen command
There are two types of sysgen commands. The following informations describes each and when to use.
•
The SYSGEN command updates system files from a system software tape (SST) or cartridge, and gives you the option of making configuration changes, deleting the accounting file, and recompiling the font files.
•
The AUTO command updates system files from either a SST or a SSC. It enables you to recompile the font files. There is no configuration update, and the account file is saved automatically.
Note:
If you invoke any one of these commands after a FORMAT command, a full sysgen is performed.
Offline update sysgen procedure summary
The following steps are used to perform an update sysgen.
Step 1.
Load the sysgen processor into main memory. If you are installing a new version of the operating system, make sure to load the new sysgen processor.
Step 2.
Install the new OSS using either the SYSGEN or AUTO command.
Step 3.
Apply patches.
Note:
An update sysgen resets the patch history file.
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Steps to perform an offline update sysgen using the AUTO command
The following table lists the steps used to perform an offline update sysgen using the AUTO command.
Table 4-3.
Steps to perform an offline update sysgen using the AUTO command
Step Action
1.
Load the SST tape or cartridge tape on the selected peripheral device.
Verify the existence of sufficient disk space, using the FCHECK command. Each disk must have a minimum of 3000 contiguous sectors free. If the number of available sectors is below 3000:
•
Back up as many files as necessary to obtain the minimum number of free sectors.
•
Delete the saved files from disk.
•
Compress the disk.
System response
2.
Press the Boot button.
The following is displayed:
Ready
$
3.
Key in:
BT (boot from tape)
BC (boot from 1/4-inch cartridge tape), or
BX (boot from 36-track 3490E cartridge)
The command menu displays:
COMMANDS Display commands
BOOT Boot the operating system
SYSGEN Build or update system files on
disk from tape or host
FORMAT Format and initialize disk pack
HOSTCOPY Copy user files from host to disk
AUTO Auto Sysgen
MINI Configuration change only
ERASE Erase all files
4.
Key in AUTO and press <ENTER>.
* Sysgen program running *
System ID is: xxxxx
Do you wish to continue auto sysgen: ’y’ or
’n’
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Table 4-3.
Steps to perform an offline update sysgen using
the AUTO command (continued)
Step
5.
6.
7.
Action
Key in Y and press <ENTER>.
System response
This will be an auto sysgen
Reading files from tape/host is displayed
.
Each file is read from tape and placed on the disk.
Creating file xxxxxx.yyy on drive d xxxxxx is the system file name, yyy is the system file type, and d is the drive number that the file is stored onto.
When sysgen completes, the following message displays:
* Tape rewinding *Sysgen process successful*
* Sysgen program off *
Enter Cmd [’C’ for Menu]>
Key in B (boot) and press <ENTER>.
The OSS loads onto the system disk.
Loading program . . .
Time prompt appears.
Enter the date and time. Entry of the seconds
(ss) is optional.
The time window displays mm/dd/yy hh:mm:ss
8.
9.
Enter Y or N to indicate whether time and date are correct.
ARE THE DATE AND TIME CORRECT AS DISPLAYED
(Y/N)?
The system displays:
**Applying sysgen patches**
The following patches may be selected by
PATCH-ID:
PATCH-ID INVOKES
------- -------
MER001 Patch to allow Mergenthaler fonts only.
Enter patch ID's or press ENTER:
Enter the patch ID’s that are needed for the system and press <ENTER>, OR just press
<ENTER>.
***RESUMING SYSTGEN PATCHES***
** Sysgen patches completed**
** Deleting sysgen patches**
* ! Crash/Reboot will occur in 15 seconds ! *
The system reboots and displays:
; WOULD YOU LIKE TO COMPILE THE .IMP FILES
AT THIS TIME? (Y/N)
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Table 4-3.
Steps to perform an offline update sysgen using
the AUTO command (continued)
Step
10.
11.
Action
Enter Y and press <ENTER>.
System response
IFU IPFNTS IPFNTS
Lists all font families as they are compiled in the following format.
IF1100 Font family "(specific font family)"
Upon completion of compilation, the system automatically goes to logon class 1 and displays:
Class 1 selected
OS1000 Ready For Commands hh:mm:ss
Apply any incremental patches. Refer to the “Steps for loading incremental patches” section at the end of this chapter.
This completes the update sysgen using the auto command.
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6.
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Steps to perform an offline update sysgen using the SYSGEN command
Step
1.
2.
3.
The following table lists the steps used to perform an offline update sysgen using the SYSGEN command.
Table 4-4.
Steps to perform an offline update sysgen using the SYSGEN command
Action
Load the SST tape or cartridge tape on the selected peripheral device.
Verify the existence of sufficient disk space, using the FCHECK command. Each disk must have a minimum of
3000 contiguous sectors free. If the number of available sectors is below 3000:
•
Back up as many files as necessary to obtain the minimum number of free sectors.
•
Delete the saved files from disk.
•
Compress the disk.
Press the Boot button.
System response
The following is displayed:
READY
$
Key in: The command menu displays:
BT (boot from tape)
BC (boot from 1/4-inch cartridge tape), or
BX (boot from 36-track 3490E cartridge)
COMMANDS Display commands
BOOT Boot the operating system
SYSGEN Build or update system files
on disk from tape or host
FORMAT Format and initialize disk
pack
HOSTCOPY Copy user files from host to
disk
AUTO Auto Sysgen
MINI Configuration change only
ERASE Erase all files
4.
Key in SYSGEN and press <ENTER>.
* Sysgen program running *
System ID is: xxxxx
’y’ or ’n’
Enter N and <ENTER> to allow the sysgen to continue. Go to step 7.
Enter Y and <ENTER> to allow the previously entered ID to be changed. Key in the new ID and press <ENTER>.
Enter system ID of up to 30 characters
....*....*....*....*....*....*
System ID IS: xxxxx
NOTE: When you enter no, sysgen will continue. If you enter yes, you will be able to change the system ID again.
Do you want to enter a new system id? ’y or ’n’
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Step
7.
8.
9.
Table 4-4.
Steps to perform an offline update sysgen using
the SYSGEN command (continued)
Action
Enter Y or N and press <ENTER>.
System response
Do you want to save the accounting file? enter ’y’ or ’n’
Enter Y or N and <ENTER>. A Y and
<ENTER> response causes the change menu to display. Each time a change is made, the change question is asked until an
N and <ENTER> is entered, and the sysgen program continues.
The base configuration and the system configuration options are displayed followed by:
Do you wish to make any changes? Enter ’y’ or ’n’
>
To discard the changes you just made and continue sysgen, enter Y.
Do you want to discard the changes you just made? Enter ’y’ or ’n’>
Is continuation of sysgen required: (y or n)
To save the changes you just made and continue sysgen, enter N.
10.
11.
Should sysgen read from host or tape? ’h’ or
’t’
Enter Y and <ENTER>.
Enter ’t’ and press <ENTER>.
Key in B (boot) and press <ENTER>. The
OSS loads onto the system disk.
Reading files from tape/host is displayed.
Each file is read from the online channel or tape and placed on the disk.
Creating file xxxxxx.yyy on drive n xxxxxx is the system file name, yyy is the system file type, and n is the drive ID number that the file is stored onto.
When sysgen completes, the following message displays:
* Tape rewinding * Sysgen process successful *
* Sysgen program off *
Enter Cmd [’C’ for Menu]>
Loading program . . .
Time prompt appears.
12.
Enter the date and time. Entry of the seconds (ss) is optional.
The time window displays.
mm/dd/yy hh:mm:ss
Enter Y or N to indicate whether time and date are correct.
ARE THE DATE AND TIME CORRECT AS DISPLAYED
(Y/N)?
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Step
13.
14.
15.
16.
Table 4-4.
Steps to perform an offline update sysgen using
the SYSGEN command (continued)
Action System response
The system displays:
**Applying sysgen patches**
The following patches may be selected by
PATCH-ID:
PATCH-ID INVOKES
-------- -------
MER001 Patch to allow Mergenthaler fonts only.
Enter patch ID’s or press ENTER:
Enter the patch ID’s that are needed for the system and press <ENTER>, OR just press
<ENTER>.
***RESUMING SYSGEN PATCHES****
** Sysgen patches completed**
** Deleting sysgen patches**
* ! Crash/Reboot will occur in 15 seconds ! *
The system reboots and displays:
; WOULD YOU LIKE TO COMPILE THE .IMP FILES
AT THIS TIME? (Y/N)
Enter Y and press <ENTER>.
IFU IPFNTS IPFNTS
Lists all font families as they are compiled, in the following format.
IF1100 Font family "(specific font family)"
Upon completion of compilation, the system automatically goes to logon class 1 and displays:
Class 1 selected
OS1000 Ready For Commands hh:mm:ss
Apply any incremental patches. Refer to the “Steps for loading incremental patches” section at the end of this chapter.
This completes update sysgen using the sysgen command.
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Performing an online update sysgen
Use the following procedure when performing an online update sysgen.
When to use
You can use the SYSGEN command to download SST files from a host computer to an online-only or an online/offline switchable printing system to generate a new system. This type of sysgen is normally performed for the following purposes:
•
To add major new features to the existing operating system
•
To replace the existing version of the operating system with a new version.
No disk format required
System disks are not formatted prior to an update sysgen. You do not need to back up your files as long as there is sufficient room on the disks to generate the new system.
Online update sysgen procedure summary
Use the following procedure when performing a online update sysgen.
Step 1.
Load the current sysgen processor into main memory.
Step 2.
Use a SYSGEN command to download the new sysgen processor into the main memory.
Step 3.
Use another SYSGEN command to download system files that are then used by the processor to build the new operating system.
Step 4.
Apply patches.
Note:
An update sysgen resets the patch history file.
Steps to perform an online update sysgen
The following table lists the steps used to perform online update sysgen.
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Step
1.
2.
3.
Table 4-5.
Steps to perform an online update sysgen
Action
Load the SST tape or cartridge tape on the selected peripheral device.
Verify the existence of sufficient disk space, using the FCHECK command. Each disk must have a minimum of 3000 contiguous sectors free. If the number of available sectors is below 3000:
•
Compress the disk.
•
Back up as many files as necessary to obtain the minimum number of free sectors.
•
Delete the saved files from disk.
Refer to the DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX
LPS Operations Reference
for additional information.
System Response
Press the Boot button.
Enter BD and press <ENTER>.
The following is displayed:
READY
$
The command menu displays:
NOTE: This step assumes that a version of the operating system already resides on the disks. If this is not the case, you must load a version of the sysgen processor from tape (by entering BT) and perform a full or update sysgen.
COMMANDS Display commands
BOOT Boot the operating system
SYSGEN Build or update system files on
disk from tape or host
FORMAT Format and initialize disk pack
HOSTCOPY Copy user files from host to disk
AUTO Auto Sysgen
MINI Configuration change only
ERASE Erase all files
4.
5.
6.
Enter SYSGEN and press <ENTER>.
This starts the current processor sysgen procedure and the following message displays:
* Sysgen program running *
System ID is: xxxxx
Do you want to enter a new system id? ’y’ or
’n’
Enter N to retain the existing ID or Yto enter a new system ID and press
Do you want to save the accounting file? enter 'y' or ’n'
<ENTER>.
Enter Y or N and press <ENTER>.
The base configuration and the system configuration options are displayed followed by:
Do you wish to make any changes? Enter 'y' or 'n'
>
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9.
Step
7.
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Table 4-5.
Steps to perform an online update sysgen
Action System Response
Enter Y or N and <ENTER>. A Y and
<ENTER> response causes the change menu to display. Each time a change is made, the change question is asked until an N and <ENTER> is entered, and the sysgen program continues.’
To discard the changes you just made and continue sysgen, enter Y.
Do you want to discard the changes you just made? Enter ’y’ or ’n’ >
To save the changes you just made and continue sysgen, enter N.
Enter Y and <ENTER>.
Is continuation of sysgen required? (y or n)
For an online sysgen, Enter H (host) and press <ENTER>.
Should sysgen read from host or tape? ’h’ or
’t’
Waiting to read files from host.
Request the host operator to vary the printing system online.
Notes:
You must use a host utility program to advance the SST to the next-to-last file.
This file, which consists of 128-byte and
8192-byte fixed-format blocks, must be deblocked to 128-block records (without adding page numbering or reformatting the data) before transmission to the LPS. Refer to the appendix for an example of a typical host utility program for file transmission.
If you have a user-created SST for an online system, you do not need to advance the tape to transfer the first file (which contains the new sysgen processor).
Simply mount the tape and initiate the file transfer process at the host.
You can then submit a job from the host to transmit the next-to-last SST file to the printing system. This file contains the new sysgen processor, which you must use to build the new operating system
System files are listed as they are read in from the host onto the system disks.
Enter N and <ENTER>.
End of tape found. Is another tape to be sent? y or n
Vary offline at host. Then enter ’C’
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Step
10.
11.
12.
Table 4-5.
Steps to perform an online update sysgen
Action System Response
Request the host operator to vary the printing system offline, then enter C. (You need not press <ENTER>.)
When the sysgen completes processing, the following is displayed
* Sysgen process successful *
* Sysgen program off *
Enter Cmd [’C’ for Menu]>
Press the Boot button.
Enter BD and press <ENTER>.
The following is displayed:
READY
$
This loads the new sysgen processor, that you just retrieved from the host, into main memory from the system disks.
The command menu displays:
COMMANDS Display commands
BOOT Boot the operating system
SYSGEN Build or update system files on
disk from tape or host
FORMAT Format and initialize disk pack
HOSTCOPY Copy user files from host to disk
AUTO Auto Sysgen
MINI Configuration change only
ERASE Erase all files
13.
14.
15.
16.
Enter SYSGEN and press <ENTER>.
This starts the sysgen procedure from the new sysgen processor.
* Sysgen program running
* System ID is: xxxxx
Do you want to enter a new system id? ’y’ or ’n’
Do you want to save the accounting file? enter ’y’ or n’
Enter N to retain the existing ID or Y to enter a new system ID and press
<ENTER>.
Enter Y or N and press <ENTER>.
Enter Y or N and <ENTER>.
The base configuration and the system configuration options are displayed followed by:
Do you wish to make any changes? Enter ’y’ or ’n’>
A Y and <ENTER> response causes the change menu to display. Each time a change is made, the change question is asked until an N and <ENTER> is entered, and the sysgen program continues with the following.
Do you want to discard the changes you just made? Enter ’y’ or ’n’>
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Step
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.
23.
SYSGEN AND SYSGEN-RELATED PROCEDURES
Table 4-5.
Steps to perform an online update sysgen
Action System Response
To discard the changes you just made and continue sysgen, enter Y.
Is continuation of sysgen required? (y or n)
To save the changes you just made
Should sysgen read from host or tape? ’h’ or
’t’ and continue sysgen, enter N.
Enter Y and <ENTER>.
>
For an online sysgen, enter
H
(host) and press <ENTER>.
Waiting to read files from host.
Request the host operator to vary the printing system online.
NOTE: The host job is identical to the one used in step 10, except that it spaces one file farther down the SST.
You can then submit a job from the host to transmit the last
SST file to the printing system. This file contains a concatenation of all system files on the SST. The new sysgen processor uses these files to build a new operating system on the LPS system disks.
System files are listed as they are read in from the host onto the system disks.
Enter Y or N depending on whether additional data is to be transmitted.
End of tape found. Is another tape to be sent? y or n
When N is selected the following is displayed.
Vary offline at host. Then enter ’C’
Request the host operator to vary the printing system offline, then enter C and press <ENTER>.
Key in B (boot) and press <ENTER>.
Enter the date and time. Entry of the mm/ dd/yy seconds (ss) is optional.
The sysgen finishes processing and the
* Sysgen process successful *
* Sysgen program off *
Enter Cmd [’C’ for Menu]>
The OSS loads onto the system disk.
Loading program . . .
Time prompt appears.
The time window displays hh:mm:ss
Enter Y or N to indicate whether time and date are correct.
ARE THE DATE AND TIME CORRECT AS DISPLAYED
(Y/N)?
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Step
24.
25.
26.
27.
Action
Table 4-5.
Steps to perform an online update sysgen
System Response
The system displays:
**Applying sysgen patches**
The following patches may be selected by
PATCH-ID:
PATCH-ID INVOKES
-------- -------
MER001 Patch to allow Mergenthaler
fonts only.
Enter patch ID’s or press ENTER:
Enter the patch ID’s that are needed for the system and press <ENTER>, OR just press
<ENTER>.
***RESUMING SYSGEN PATCHES***
** Sysgen patches completed**
Enter Y and press <ENTER>.
** Deleting sysgen patches**
* ! Crash/Reboot will occur in 15 seconds ! *
The system reboots and displays:
;
WOULD YOU LIKE TO COMPILE THE .IPM FILES AT
THIS TIME? (Y/N
)
IFU IPFNTS IPFNTS
Lists all font families as they are compiled in the following format.
IF1100 Font family "(specific font family)"
Upon completion of compilation, the system automatically goes to logon class 1 and displays:
Class 1 selected
OS1000 Ready For Commands hh:mm:ss
Apply any incremental patches. Refer to the "Steps for loading incremental patches" section at the end of this chapter.
This completes online sysgen.
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SYSGEN AND SYSGEN-RELATED PROCEDURES
Performing a mini sysgen
Use the following procedure when performing a mini sysgen.
When to use
You can use the MINI command to make changes to the logical configuration of the system, such as:
• change the configuration options of the current system
• deactivate or reactivate features and configuration options that were installed as part of a previous full or update sysgen.
Note:
Make sure the logical configuration (the features specified in the configuration options) and the physical configuration (the hardware that supports those features) are the same before performing a sysgen.
If you perform a sysgen and some device in the physical configuration is missing from the logical configuration, that device may be unusable after the sysgen is performed.
Mini sysgen procedure summary
Table 4-6 lists the steps used to perform a mini sysgen.
Step 1.
Review the configuration options provided in the “Configuration menu” section of the “Sysgen configuration options” chapter.
Step 2.
Use the MINI command to display the Configuration Options menu.
Step 3.
Select or specify your desired options.
Note:
If you are using a LINK terminal, do not use the
<BACKSPACE> key. If you use <BACKSPACE>, characters will scroll across the screen and you will have to start the SYSGEN process again.
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Step
1.
2.
Action
Press the Boot button.
Table 4-6.
Steps to perform a mini sysgen
Key in BD (boot from system disk).
System response
The following is displayed:
READY
$
The command menu displays:
COMMANDS Display commands
BOOT Boot the operating system
SYSGEN Build or update system files
on disk from tape or host
FORMAT Format and initialize disk
pack
HOSTCOPY Copy user files from host to
disk
AUTO Auto Sysgen
MINI Configuration change only
ERASE Erase all files
3.
4.
Key in MINI and press <ENTER>.
The base configuration and the system configuration options are displayed followed by:
Do you wish to make any changes? Enter
’y’ or ’n’ >
Enter Y or N and <ENTER>. A Y and
<ENTER> response causes the change menu to display. Each time a change is made, the change question is asked until an N and <ENTER> is entered, and the sysgen program continues.
To discard the changes you just made and continue sysgen, enter Y.
Do you want to discard the changes you just made? Enter ’y’ or ’n’
5.
6.
8.
To save the changes you just made and continue sysgen, enter N.
Enter N and <ENTER>.
Key in B (boot) and press <ENTER>.
Creating file DISPCF.SYS on drive 0.
* Sysgen program off *
Enter Cmd (’C’ for Menu)>
The OSS loads onto the system disk.
The system begins and completes the loading and testing process.
When complete the following displays:
Class 1 selected
OS1000 Ready For Commands hh:mm:ss
This completes a mini sysgen.
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Formatting a system disk
Formatting a system disk is used whenever the following system changes occur:
When to use
You can use the FORMAT command to format one or more of the
LPS system disks and to flag any new bad block areas. Disks are formatted when:
•
A new system is generated from a SST.
•
An additional disk is factored into the system.
•
A system disk is replaced.
•
Read errors or other disk problems have occurred.
•
A new version of software is installed that has a new format program.
•
A patch is installed which explicitly requires that the disk be formatted.
Note:
The FORMAT command deletes all files except the MBAIS file, performs a sector check, and flags any new bad block areas. The
ERASE command saves the existing MBAIS and bad block files; no new sector check is performed.
Caution:
Contact your site representative before formatting system disks
Caution:
When you are installing a new system or a new version of software, do not boot from disk. You must boot the sysgen processor from the system software tape, so that you use the format program contained in the new version of software.
Disk formatting summary
The following steps are used to format a disk:
Step 1.
Back up any user files residing on the disk to be formatted.
Step 2.
Load the sysgen processor into main memory.
Step 3.
Invoke the FORMAT command.
Step 4.
Select the disks to be formatted.
Step 5.
When the format procedure is complete, continue the full sysgen process.
Steps to format a system disk
Refer to steps 1 through 11 of the full sysgen procedures for the format procedures.
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Erasing a system disk
You can use the ERASE command is used to remove all files from the LPS system disks. Disks may be erased when:
•
A new system is generated from a SST.
•
A new version of software must be installed on a disk which has first been formatted or erased.
Note:
The ERASE command saves the existing MBAIS and bad block files; sector check is not performed. To erase all four disks takes less than 1 minute. The FORMAT command deletes all files except the MBAIS file, formats the disk, performs a sector check, and flags any bad blocks.
Disk erasing summary
Use the following steps to erase a disk:
Step 1.
Back up any user files residing on the disk to be erased
Step 2.
Load the sysgen processor into main memory.
Step 3.
Invoke the ERASE command.
Step 4.
Select the disks to be erased.
Step 5.
When the erase procedure is complete, continue the full sysgen process.
Steps to erase a disk
Refer to steps 1 through 11 of the full sysgen procedures for the format procedures. Instead of entering FORMAT in step 4, enter
ERASE. The Erase procedure mimics the format procedure with the exceptions of “erase” appearing in some places where format is displayed.
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A.
A
Sample JCL for transmission of system software tapes
//LOADXERX
//SYSPRINT
SYSIN
SYSUT2
SYSUT1
EXEC
DD
DD
DD
DD
You must use a host utility program to advance the system software tape (SST) to the beginning of the next-to-last and last files. These files, which consist of 128-byte and 8192-byte blocks, must be deblocked to 128 byte records before transmission to the Xerox printing system.
The following is a sample JCL using the IEBGENER host utility to send the concatenated files to a Xerox laser printing system. In the example, 01E is the device address of the printer. For illustration purposes, the tape to be transmitted contains 421 individual system files. Appended to these 421 files is a dummy ENDFIL file, a file containing the sysgen processor program, and a concatenated file containing the preceding 423 files. The first parameter after LABEL= is the file number of the file to be transmitted (in this case, file number
424).
Table A-1.
Sample JCL using the IEBGENER
PGM=IEBGENER,REGION=80K
SYSOUT=A
DUMMY
UNIT=O1E,DCB=(RECFM=FB,LRECL=128,BLKSIZE=128)
UNIT=TAPE,DCB=(RECFM=FB,LRCEL=128,BLKSIZE=8162),DSN=XEROX
DISP=OLD,LABEL=(424,NL,EXPDT=98000),VOL=SER=XEROXO
Note:
Some host operating systems may require that an FCB and
UCSB be transmitted with the job. These are accepted but ignored.
The program (for example, IEBGENER) that transmits files to the
Xerox printer does not add page numbers or reformat the data. No additional records may be added between the files.
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Glossary
A3
Paper size measuring 297 by 420 mm.
A4
Paper size measuring 210 by 297 mm.
abort
To terminate the printing of a job or execution of a program before it completes.
algorithm
Computational procedure that can be repeated any number of times.
alignment
Positioning of an image on a page for printing.
alphanumeric
Set of characters including the letters A through Z, numerals 0 through 9, and all printable special symbols.
AIM
Ancillary IOT message processor. System task that initializes the client layer between the printer and the system controller. It also displays the Fault, Hint, and information messages.
ASCII
American Standard Code for Information Interchange. Standard 7-bit code that represents alphanumeric information. Each alphanumeric character and several nonprinting characters are assigned a binary number, covering 128 possible characters. It is used for information interchange among data processing systems, data communication systems, and associated equipment.
application
Use to which a computer program or system is put, for example, sorting employee records.
applications software
Host- or LPS-resident software that directs the computer to perform specific tasks or functions as opposed to the software used to operate the computer. Common business applications include payroll, accounting, and inventory.
ascender
Portion of alphabetic character that rises above the body of the character (its x-height portion). See also descender; x height.
asynchronous
Transmission in data communications controlled by start and stop elements at the beginning and end of each character. Thus, time intervals between transmitted characters may be unequal in length.
B4
Paper size measuring 250 by 353 mm.
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GLOSSARY
background job
Low-priority job, usually batched, that is executed automatically as system resources become available.
backup file
File copied to a storage medium for safekeeping in case the original is damaged or lost.
band
Rectangular area in printer memory into which an image sent to the printer from a computer is divided.
batch processing
Allows for repetitive operations to be performed sequentially on batched data without much involvement of the computer operator.
baud
Measurement of data rate in bits per second. This term is used to describe information flow between two devices. Unit of data transmitting and receiving speed is roughly equal to a single bit per second. Common baud rates are 110, 300, 1200, 2400, 4800, and
9600.
binary
Numbering system based on 2 that uses only the symbols 0 and 1.
Binary is used in computers and related devices since information can be represented with electric pulses (0=off, 1=on). Most computer calculations are binary.
binary digit (bit)
In the binary numbering system, either of the characters 0 or 1. The
“bit” is the base unit of information used by computers. It can take the form of a magnetized spot, an electric pulse, or a positive or negative charge. A sequentially stored set of bits represents a character on a computer.
Multipliers are:
1 or 0 byte = 8,192 bits kilobyte (KB) or 1,024 bytes = 8,388,608 bits.
Computer space equivalents are:
1.5 KB = about 1 single-spaced typed page
30 KB = about 20 typed pages
150 KB = about 100 typed pages
binary synchronous transmission
Data transmission in which synchronization of characters is controlled by timing signals generated at the sending and receiving stations.
bit
Abbreviation for binary digit, the smallest unit of information recognized by a computer. See also binary digit.
bit map
Visual representation of graphic images in which a bit defines a picture element (pixel); for example, if a bit is 1, the corresponding pixel is printed.
bit mapped
Display image generated bit by bit for each point or dot. A softwaredriven scanner is used to create characters or graphics.
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GLOSSARY
blocking
Process of combining two or more records into a single block of data which can then be moved, operated upon, or stored, as a single unit by the computer.
block length
Number of characters or bytes contained in a block of data (the block is treated as a unit within the computer). Block length is usually invariable within a system and may be specified in units such as records, words, computer words, or characters.
boot
To load the initial instructions of a program into computer memory; these instructions then direct the loading of the rest of the program.
Booting may require entry of a few commands at the keyboard or the flip of a switch to begin the process.
bps
bits per second. In serial communication, the instantaneous bit speed with which a device or channel transmits a character.
BSC
binary synchronous communication. 1. Communication using binary synchronous line discipline. 2. Uniform procedure using a standardized set of control characters and control character sequences for synchronous transmission of binary-coded data between stations.
buffer
Compartment of memory in which this data is stored during transfer from one device to another. This is useful for accumulating data into blocks before storage or processing and for adjusting differences of speed between devices, or between a device and a communicating facility.
Bypass Transport
Optional module that moves paper from the last stacker bin to a finishing device.
byte
Fixed number of bits (in data processing, usually 8) operated upon as a unit. A byte may represent a character, a machine instruction, or some other logical unit of information.
carriage return
Control character that causes the printing system to start printing at the left margin of the current line unless set to be interpreted as a line end.
channel
1. In data communications, a path or line that enables two or more devices to communicate (sometimes called a circuit, facility, or link).
2. In computers, a path for communication between the central processing unit (CPU) and input/output units, or between the CPU and peripheral devices.
character
Single printable letter (A-Z), numeral (0-9), symbol (& % #), or punctuation mark (, . ! ?) used to represent data. Characters can also be nonprinting, such as space, tab, or carriage return.
character cell
Digitized space containing a single character within a font set.
character code
Code representing alphanumeric information, for example, ASCII.
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GLOSSARY
character code identifier
Code associated with the universal identifier “Xerox” to indicate the version of the Xerox character code standard used to code Interpress strings.
character set
Number of different characters used by a particular device, including alphabetic, numeric, and special characters such as symbols.
client layer
The software interface used by the AIM task and the Output task to communicate with the printer, allowing printing commands and fault and status information to be exchanged.
clocking
A method of synchronizing the sending and receiving of data communications devices. Clocking allows synchronous transmission at high speeds.
cluster
Group of paper feeder trays, usually containing the same size and type of paper (stock). Each cluster has a name, consisting of one to six alphanumeric characters. See also stock; stockset.
CME
copy modification entry. Entry modifying the output printing characteristics of a report on a copy-to-copy basis.
code
1. Set of symbols representing data or instructions to a computer. 2.
To write a list of instructions (software) to cause the product/system to perform specified operations.
code conversion
Translation of one type of character or symbol code to another.
collate
To arrange or assemble into ordered sets.
column
Vertical arrangement of characters.
command
User instruction to a computer, using the system controller keyboard.
Commands are words, mnemonics, or characters that cause a computer to perform predefined operations. Coded instruction to a computer or computer-based system.
command language
Set of commands that can be used for a system, such as how the system can be instructed to perform a task.
comment
Explanations written with program instructions. They are ignored by the computer.
communication line
Telecommunication line connecting devices at one location with devices at other locations in order to transmit and receive information.
communication link
Physical means, such as data link, connecting one location to another to transmit and receive information.
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GLOSSARY
communications
Ability of two devices to transmit information to each other.
compatibility
Characteristic of computer equipment permitting one device to use the same information or programs as another device without conversion or code modification.
compiler
Software that translates instructions written in high-level language into machine language for execution by a system.
computer
Functional unit capable of performing substantial computations, including numerous arithmetic or logic operations without human intervention during a run.
computer language
Computer-oriented language consisting solely of computer instructions. See also machine language.
computer system
Central processing unit (CPU) with main storage, input/output channels and devices, control units, and external storage devices connected to it.
concatenate
To connect or link in a series, as when files are grouped together for faster processing. See also job concatenation mode.
console
Functional unit containing devices used by an operator to communicate with an operating system. It may consist of a display, keyboard, and certain switches or other controls.
consumable supplies
Supplies such as paper and dry ink that are depleted (used up) during the course of normal printer operation.
continuous printing
Refers to Interpress job integrity under any of the following conditions: excessive graphics, forms, or font use problems.
control program
Program that supports the operating system by monitoring the flow of jobs, tasks, processing, and so on, within the system; for example, a data communication program.
coordinate
Point on the x and y axis that determines a grid position.
copy
To duplicate data in a new location or on an additional storage medium, for example, to copy files from disk to tape.
copy-sensitive
Term used to indicate jobs in which multiple copies of a report will contain different data, as with paychecks and banking statements.
cpi
characters per inch. Designates the number of characters per inch for a particular typeface. See also pitch.
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GLOSSARY
GLOSSARY-6
CPU
central processing unit. Interprets and executes instructions, performs all operations and calculations, and controls input and output units and auxiliary attachments.
data
1. In general, facts, numbers, letters, symbols, and so on, which can be processed or produced by a computer. 2. In data processing, the source data or raw data entered for processing, as opposed to the results obtained by processing.
database
Information to meet specific processing and retrieval needs.
Generally applies to integrated file of data, arranged for access by many subsystems.
data communications
Transmission and reception of encoded information over telecommunication lines.
data file
Collection of related data records organized in a specific manner so that each record is similarly structured, for example, a payroll file set up with one record for each employee, last name first, indicating the rate of pay and all deductions.
data processing
Operations carried out on data by means of algorithms and programs to produce information or a specific result. The rearrangement of data into a suitable form for further use.
data rate
In data communications, the rate at which a channel carries data, measured in bits per second (bps).
data storage
Preservation of data on various media, for example, tape, disks, magnetic bubble memory, and so on.
data transmission
Transmission of coded data over telephone or other telecommunication lines.
debug
To detect and correct errors in a program.
decompose
To break down into component parts, such as when Interpress breaks down a Font Interchange Standard (FIS) master to compile font information.
default
Value assigned to a field by the system. Default fields may be used for such items as document formats, menu selections, input fields, font selection, and paper or image size. The default value of a field may be changed.
descender
Portion of alphabetic character that extends below the baseline. See also ascender, x height.
device
Any piece of hardware other than the central processing unit (CPU).
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digitize
To express or represent data in digital (binary) form so that it can be processed electronically.
disk drive
Device that can read or write magnetic media.
display
Viewing device (monitor) that visually communicates system warnings, status, and error messages and reflects operator interaction with the system on a display.
DJDE
Dynamic Job Descriptor Entry. Command within an input data stream used to modify the printing environment dynamically.
DMR
Command parameter that designates a Digital Equipment
Corporation host system.
document
1. Data medium and the data recorded on it, usually permanent, which can be read by you or a computer. 2. Collection of information pertaining to a specific subject or related subjects.
dot
Unit of measurement representing a fraction of an inch, for example,
300 dots per inch (dpi). It may also be referred to as a picture element
(pixel) or spot.
download
To copy files using communication lines from the host onto LPS system disks.
dry ink
Minute dry particles of resin and carbon black used to create images.
Dry ink can accept an electrical charge.
duplex printing
Printing on both sides (front and back) of a page. See also simplex printing.
EBCDIC
Extended Binary Coded Decimal Interchange Code. Coded character set consisting of 8-bit coded characters. It can accommodate 256 characters.
edgemarking
Use of graphic objects, usually lines or boxes, that bleed off the edge of the physical page. See also physical page.
electronic publishing
Integrated production of documents on demand, using digitally stored documents, computerized composition, and electronic printing systems.
elite
Smallest size standard typewriter type: 12 characters per horizontal inch. See also pica.
embedded blanks
Blank spaces within a command line.
Ethernet
Xerox local area network (LAN) that allows data to be transmitted by cable from one device to another, enabling it to share the network.
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GLOSSARY
GLOSSARY-8
extended metrics
Measurements used in Interpress to alter the size of fonts, allowing more precision with character escapement. Used for rendered characters.
FCB
forms control buffer. Buffer for controlling the vertical format of printed output.
FDL
forms description language. LPS-resident source language used for designing electronic forms. See also FSL; form.
field
1. Part of a record that serves a similar function in all records of that group, such as name and address field. 2. Area or setting of practical activity or application.
file
Set of records or text that can be stored and retrieved. An organized, named collection of records treated as a unit. For offline, it is the data between the two tape marks. For online, it is the data between banner pages.
file protection
To prevent the contents on a disk or tape from being erased or written over by disabling the write head of a unit.
firmware
Permanent programs stored in read-only memory (ROM).
FIS
Font Interchange Standard. Standard that defines the digital representation of fonts and character metrics for the generation of an entire series of Interpress fonts.
fixed font
Font containing characters with fixed spacing. See also proportional font.
fixed pitch
Font set in which every character cell has the same width. In reference to character sets, this term describes typefaces in which all character cells are of equal width. Monospaced as opposed to proportional spaced.
fixed spacing
Arrangement of characters on a line so that all characters occupy the same amount of horizontal space.
floating accent
Nonspacing accent characters that can be combined with characters and printed as a composite.
font
Set of images, usually characters and symbols, having common characteristics such as style, width, height, and weight.
form
1. Compiled forms source library (.FSL) file. 2. Printed or typed document with blank spaces for inserting information. Specific arrangement of lines, text, and graphics stored in a computer under an identifying name. Page of data that, when preceded by proper commands, is stored on the system disk as a permanent file. It may be merged with variable data by a form start command. See also
FDL; FSL.
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format
1. Layout of a document, including margins, page length, line spacing, typeface, and so on. 2. In data storage, the way the surface of a disk is organized to store data. 3. To prepare the surface of a disk for acceptance of data.
form feed
Keyboard or printer control character that causes the printer to skip the top of the next page.
FSL
forms source library. Uncompiled collection of user-created files containing FDL commands. Refer to FDL; form.
function keys
Keyboard keys that produce no character but initiate a particular machine function, such as delete.
fuse
To affix dry ink to paper by heat or pressure or a combination of both.
GCR
group code recording mode. Refers to the specific density of data
(such as 6250 bpi) as it is recorded on tape, which is measured in bits per inch (bpi).
graphics
Use of lines and figures to display data, as opposed to using text.
grid
Imaginary pattern of evenly spaced horizontal and vertical lines on a page.
grid unit
Smallest rectangle enclosed by horizontal and vertical lines on a grid.
The size of a grid unit is expressed as the length of one side of a rectangle.
halftone screen
A tool used in offset printing, typesetting, and laser printing to convert a continuous tone (such as photographic) image to dots, which allows the image to be rendered accurately in these printing processes.
hardcopy
Machine output in permanent form, such as printed reports, listings, and so on. Output in a permanent form (usually on paper or paper tape) rather than in temporary form, as on a display. Contains readable printed copy of machine (for example, computer) output.
hard values
Nonoptimal adjustment of particular FIS fonts in terms of point size and orientation.
hardware
Physical components, such as mechanical, magnetic, and electronic elements of a system, as opposed to programs, procedures, rules, and associated documentation. Hardware is operated by software and firmware.
HCF
high-capacity feeder. Feeder tray capable of holding 2500 sheets of
20 pound/75 gsm paper. The high-capacity feeder trays are the primary paper supply for the DocuPrint 96/DocuPrint 96MX LPS.
They are located in the bottom half of the feeder/stacker modules.
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GLOSSARY
HCS
high-capacity stacker. Stacker bin capable of holding 2500 sheets of
20 pound/75 gsm paper. In the LPS, the high-capacity stacker bins are located in the top half of the feeder/stacker modules.
hexadecimal
Numbering system with a base of 16. In this system, 10 through 15 are represented by A through F, respectively.
hierarchy
Relative priority assigned to arithmetic or logical operations that must be performed.
high-level language
Language consisting of words and symbols that are close to normal
English and, therefore, readily understandable by the user. Highlevel languages are oriented to problems or commercial procedures and are the source languages for most programs.
host
Computer accessed by users which serves as a source of highspeed data processing for workstations with less computer power.
See also mainframe.
host interface
Connection between network and host computer.
icon
Symbol appearing on the printer control console that can be opened to display a window or screen options.
id
identifier. Character used to identify or name data and possibly to indicate certain properties of that data.
image area
Area on a physical page that may contain text or graphics.
information processing
Generic term encompassing both word and data processing, used to describe the entire scope of operations performed by a computer.
initialize
1. To prepare the magnetic surface of a blank diskette so that it can accept data. 2. To set all information in a computer system to its starting values (usually the first step is accomplished when a program is booted).
input
Data or text introduced into a computer-based system.
input/output
General term encompassing the flow of data into and out of a system.
input processing
Formatting control for the pages of a report.
insert
To add text or graphics to a document.
interface
Device by which two systems connect and communicate with each other.
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interpolation
Series of logical rules implemented in the printer to convert a 300 spi input video stream to a 600 spi output video stream. Interpolation is functionally analogous to bit doubling (2x scaling), except the logical rules result in superior output.
Interpress
Xerox standard that defines digital representation of lines for printing.
Interpress documents can be printed on any sufficiently powerful printer equipped with Interpress print software.
Interpress font utility (IFU) program
Program used to convert FIS fonts to LPS fonts.
Interpress master
File written according to the Interpress standard.
IPL
initial program load. For the optional open-reel tape drive, the internal initialization sequence whereby certain functions are loaded into random access memory (RAM).
JDE
job descriptor entry. Collection of job descriptions. See also job; JSL.
JDL
job descriptor library. Collection of compiled job descriptions. See also JSL.
job
1. Set of instructions (JDEs) defining a unit of work for the system. 2.
In setting a separation boundary through the Bin Full Criteria task, job refers to everything printed as the result of a single start command.
See also JDE.
job concatenation mode
In HIP, a mode in which multiple print jobs are processed as reports in one print job. See also concatenate.
job control
Program called into storage to prepare each job or job step to be run.
job management
Collective functions of job scheduling and command processing.
JSL
job source library. Collection of uncompiled job descriptions. See also job; JDE; and JDL.
keyboard
Group of alphabetic, numeric, and/or function keys used to enter information into a system.
keyword
Required part of a command. See also operator command.
label
1. In data storage, a reference to a file saved on tape or disk, a record indicating the file name or date created, or other control information.
2. In programming, a name assigned to a particular instruction or portion of a program as a locational reference (the computer translates the label into an address).
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landscape page orientation
Orientation of print lines or top of an illustration parallel to the long edge of the paper if the sheet is within the standard size range.
(Sheets larger than standard have the reverse print orientation.)
language
Defined set of characters and symbols combined together by specific rules. See also high-level language; low-level language.
laser printing
Technology that uses a laser to transfer character forms to a page by direct or indirect means.
latent image
Static charge present on the photoconductor before contact with dry ink particles.
leading
1. Vertical distance between lines (also called line space), measured from a baseline of one line to the baseline of the next. 2. Extra spacing between lines of type. 3. In typography, spacing between lines and paragraphs.
LED
light emitting diode. Solid substance that glows when a current is passed through it. Often used for indicator lights on disk drives or modems, as well as for displays on other electronic equipment.
LEF
long-edge feed. The movement of paper through the printer in the direction of the paper length (the longer side of a sheet of paper).
legal size
Sheet the standard size of legal briefs, 8.5 by 14 inches.
letter size
Paper sized 8.5 by 11 inches/216 by 279 mm.
library
In data storage, a collection of related files or programs.
line
One horizontal flow of characters.
line feed
Control character that, unless set to be interpreted as a line end, causes the printing system to begin printing in the current character position of the next line.
line tables
Internal data structures providing a record in memory of lines to be drawn on a page.
listing
Printout or display of the statements in a program, usually used as a convenience in examining or editing programs.
literal
Alphanumeric beginning with a letter, optionally including an asterisk, period, colon, or slash, and not enclosed in single quotes.
load
To enter data into storage or working registers.
location
Place in which data can be stored.
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log
Collection of messages or message segments placed on an auxiliary storage device for accounting or data collection purposes.
logical page
In the Xerox printing systems environment, a formatted page that is smaller than the physical page. A logical page is defined by an origin, thus allowing more than one logical page to be placed on a physical page.
logo
Small illustration or design, usually simple, typically used to identify a company.
log off
Procedure by which a user ends a session.
log on
Procedure by which a user begins a session between an application program and a logical unit.
magnetic media
Term for all storage devices, such as disks, diskettes, and tape, on which data is stored in the form of magnetized spots on surface of the media.
magnetic storage
Use of magnetic media to store data, programs, and so on.
magnetic tape
Flexible plastic tape, with one side offering a magnetic surface suitable for storing computer data in the form of magnetized spots.
Magnetic tape is often used for long-term storage since it can accommodate large volumes of information.
mainframe
Central processing unit (CPU) and memory of a large computer.
More often used to denote any large computer of the type that might be used to control a group of smaller computers, terminals, or other devices. See also host.
margins
White space on each side of printed text.
mask
1. Selection of bits from a storage unit by using an instruction that eliminates the other bits in the unit. 2. In accessing files, a file name mask is used to reference one or more files with similar file-id
(identifier) syntax. 3. In Interpress, a mask serves as a template, indicating the shape and position of an object on a page.
MB
megabyte. Unit of one million bytes.
media
Vehicles or devices by which information is stored or transmitted.
Classifications include source, input, and output.
medium
Object or material on which data is stored, for example, magnetic tape or floppy disk.
memory
Space in a device where information is kept, or the ability of a device to keep information until needed.
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menu
List of available functions, commands, and options.
message
Unit of information transmitted by one facility to another in a form that the receiving facility can understand and act upon. The standard message format consists of a header (containing identifying and control information), followed by the actual message content, followed by a trailer (indicating that the message is completed).
metacode
Same as “native mode.” The method of speaking to and controlling the image generator. These controls are used by the character dispatcher to generate scan line information. This information is sent in the form of character specifications to the image generator, which uses it to compose the bit stream that modulates the laser.
MHz
megahertz. 1. Unit of cycling speed (one million cycles per second) for an electromagnetic wave (in particular, a radio wave). 2. Sending and receiving stations of a radio wave transmission must be tuned in to the same unit of megahertz.
MICR
Magnetic Ink Character Recognition. MICR allows a computer to read characters printed in special metallic ink by scanning the shapes of their magnetic fields. MICR fields are often imprinted on bank checks before processing.
mode
Manner in which an activity or process is carried out.
modem
Device that converts digital information into an analog signal suitable for sending over analog telecommunication lines. Also converts an analog signal from telecommunication lines into digital information.
module
Cohesive unit within a program. It is consistent in its level and identifiable in terms of loading or with other units.
network
1. System of geographically separate computers, linked to one another over transmission lines. 2. Communication lines connecting a computer to its remote terminals.
nonimpact printer
Printer that forms characters without any strikes of a key or element against the paper.
object file
Source file converted into machine language (binary code).
offline
Devices not under the active control of a central processing unit. For example, a computer makes output to a magnetic tape. The tape is then used by an offline printing system to produce printed data.
Offline operations are much slower than online operations. See also online.
offset
To place pages currently being printed in slightly different positions from previous pages.
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offset printing
Widely-used method of commercial and corporate printing, where ink is picked up by a metal or paper plate, passed to an offset drum, and then passed to the paper.
online
Devices under the direct control of a central processing unit, for example a printing system in interactive communication with a mainframe. See also offline.
operating system
Basic host- or LPS-resident controlling program that governs the operations of a computer, such as job entry, input/output, and data management. The operating system is always running when the computer is active. Unlike other types of programs, it does not run to an end point and stop. The operating system of a Xerox LPS is referred to as the operating system software (OSS).
operation
Well-defined action that, when applied to any permissible combination of known entities, produces a new entity.
operator area
The 24-inch exclusive clearance that must be available directly in front of each component of an LPS for operator activities.
operator command
Statement to control a program, issued through a console device, or terminal, causing a control program to provide requested information, alter normal operations, initiate new operations, or terminate existing operations.
orientation
1. In reference to image area, orientation describes whether the printed lines are parallel to the long edge of the paper or the short edge of the paper. 2. Choice of printing portrait (vertically) or landscape (horizontally).
origin
In reference to image area, this is the upper left corner of a sheet.
output
1. Material produced by a peripheral device of a computer, such as a printout or a magnetic tape. 2. Result of completed operations.
overprinting
Printing more than one character at the same position.
overprint lines
Print lines whose carriage control specifies printing with no line spacing after the last printed line.
overprint ratio
Maximum number of variable data and form characters that may be intersected by a single scan line.
override
To take precedence or priority over, to overrule.
overstrike
To print characters over each other.
page
1. In computer programming, a block of instruction, data, or both that can be located in main or auxiliary storage. 2. In word processing, a defined section of a document.
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page orientation
Direction in which data is printed on a report. See also landscape page orientation; portrait page orientation.
parameter
Part of a command, other than the keyword. See also keyword; operator command.
pass-through job
On systems with XPAF, a job that is sent directly from a host to a
Xerox printer using XPAF, without undergoing XPAF processing.
password
Unique word or set of characters that an operator or user must supply to log on to a system.
patch
In programming, to modify a portion of the program at the machine language level, as opposed to modifying at the source program level.
PDL
print description language. Language used to describe printing jobs to an LPS. PDL describes the input (type, format, characteristics), performs the processing functions (logical processing), and describes the output (type, format, font selection, accounting options).
physical page
Sheet of paper on which printing is done. See also edgemarking.
pitch
1. Horizontal character spacing; 10-pitch (10 characters per inch) spacing is called pica, and 12-pitch (12 characters per inch) spacing is called elite. 2. The number of page images placed on the xerographic belt during one revolution. The 4135 LPS operates in a multi-pitch mode, allowing the mode to be adjusted according to the width of the paper used.
pixel
Acronym for picture element. Smallest addressable point of a bitmapped screen that can be independently assigned color and intensity. Pixels are definable locations on a display used to form images. For graphic displays, more pixels generally provide higher resolution. Spots, dots, and pixels are used interchangeably.
point
Unit of measurement equal to 0.0139 inch. Points are always used to express type size and leading. There are 12 points to a pica and about 72 points to every inch. See also pica.
point size
Height of character set from the top of its ascenders to the bottom of its descenders in units (points). Point size does not always include leading.
portrait page orientation
Orientation of print lines or the top of an illustration parallel to the short edge of the paper if the sheet is within the standard size range.
Sheets larger than standard have the reverse print orientation.
printer
Output device that produces hardcopy printouts. Also referred to as the IOT.
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print file
Position of the system disk memory (up to 4 MB) received for temporary storage of formatted pages for printing. Pages are retained until they are delivered to the output tray.
printout
Informal expression referring to almost anything printed by a computer peripheral device.
process
1. To perform a systematic sequence of operations, such as add, edit, delete. 2. To produce a specific result by manipulating data.
program
Complete set of instructions in language compatible with the device to be used. A program directs a system to perform each operation at the right time in the proper sequence.
programmer
Person involved in designing, writing, and testing computer programs.
prompt
Message or symbol displayed on a system console requiring the operator to take action.
proportional font
Font containing characters that vary in width. See also fixed font.
proportional spacing
Text in which each alphanumeric character is given a weighted amount of space. Such output has print-like appearance.
Proportional spacing allows more space for wide characters and less space for narrow characters
proportional type
Characters that vary in width.
protocol
Formal set of conventions governing the format of data and the control of information exchange between two communication devices.
purge
To delete data from a system.
queue
List of documents waiting to be processed.
RAM
random access memory. Storage that allows data, such as documents, to be stored and retrieved directly by address location without reading through any other data.
raster data
Binary data, usually consisting of dots arranged in scan lines, according to the print order.
rasterization
Creation of a page’s bit map image for printing.
read/write head
Input/output device that reads and writes data in the form of magnetic dots on the surface of an external storage medium, such as a magnetic disk.
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record
Collection of data or words treated as a unit.
recovery
Act of overcoming a problem or error during processing. Typically, a specialized software recovery routine gains control and attempts to resolve the error without crashing the system.
remote access
Access to a central computer by terminals or devices geographically separated from that computer.
replace
Process of exchanging one portion of text for another. This process encompasses two functions: deleting old text and inserting new.
report
In setting a separation boundary through the Bin Full Criteria task, report refers to a subset of a job (a job may consist of one or more reports).
resolution
Number of dots per unit. The LPS imaging system converts a character from digitized data into a printed image composed of these tiny dots. The greater the number of dots per inch, that is, the resolution, the clearer the image that is produced.
ROM
read-only memory. Solid-state memory for programs. It cannot be rewritten.
save
To store programs, data, or text for retrieval at a later time.
scale
To adjust font or image size according to given proportions.
scroll
Manipulation of a display to bring upper or lower portions of a document page into view when no space is available for the entire document at once.
scroll bar
Part of a window that allows you to view information extending beyond the window display.
SCSI
small computer system interface. Accepted standard for connecting peripheral devices to computers.
secondary storage
Form of storage external to a system, such as magnetic tapes or floppy disks.
security
1. Procedure for limiting access to the system resources, programs, or files, to authorized personnel. 2. Protecting programs and files from unintentional or undesired modification.
SEF
short-edge feed. The movement of paper through the printer in the direction of the paper width (the shorter side of a sheet of paper). For the 4135 LPS, short-edge feed allows larger sizes of paper (up to 11 by 17 inches/279 by 432 mm) to be printed.
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sequential
In numeric sequence, usually in ascending order. As applied to a file organization, describes files in which records are written one after another and cannot be randomly accessed. For example, the first 99 records in a sequential file-access file have to be read before the
100th record is accessible.
set
In setting a separation boundary through the Bin Full Criteria task, set refers to multiple copies of the same report.
simplex printing
Printing on one side of the page. See also duplex printing.
software
Programs, including operating systems, procedures, utilities, and applications programs, written for a system. Software can be supplied by the hardware manufacturer or other firms but does not include programs written by the user.
sort
To rearrange data records according to a particular item (field) which they all contain, using a predetermined ordering scheme.
source
Terminal node at which data enters a network. For example, a computer transmitting data through telecommunication lines to several other computers or receiving terminals.
source file
File containing source language statements or commands.
source language
Language, high-level or low-level, used by a programmer. A source language must be converted by a compiler to machine language for the instructions to be executed.
source program
Program written in source language
space
Blank area between words, recognized as a character by word and data processing systems.
special processing
Commands allowing the user to process special reports, such as printing certain records, or printing on special paper.
spooling
Process of releasing data from main memory and storing it temporarily until a peripheral device is ready to accept it, for example storing text before sending it to a printer.
spot
Unit of measurement representing a fraction of an inch, for example,
300 spots per inch (spi). May also be referred to as a picture element
(pixel) or dot.
statement
Detailed written instructions in a program step. A statement is written according to specific rules called syntax.
static data
Information usually found on preprinted forms or overlays.
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stock
User-defined name in the JSL that specifies a certain type of paper for printing a job. See also cluster.
stockset
Collection of stocks to be used on a print job. See also stock; cluster.
storage
Retention of information. Primary storage refers to internal storage where data and program instructions pertinent to current operations/ jobs are held. Auxiliary storage refers to external media, such as disks or tapes, for use at a later time.
string
Connected sequence of alphanumeric characters treated as one unit of data by a program.
symbol
Character used in a computer language to specify a particular function.
synchronous
Efficient encoding of data suitable for high-speed, block-oriented data transmission by using equal time elements.
syntax
Rules governing the structure of expressions in a programming language.
syntax error
System response to a mistake in a command entry.
system
1. In data processing, a collection of parts and procedures organized to accomplish a set of specific functions. 2. Assembly of components united by some form of regulated interaction to form an organized whole. 3. Operations or procedures through which a business activity is accomplished.
system controller
Part of the LPS that provides interfacing capability, data handling, formatting, buffering, and operator control for the system. Also referred to as the “ESS”.
system disk
Magnetic disk storage medium, usually of large capacity, that is not removable as opposed to floppy disk or disk packs.
system file
Master software program that keeps all components working together.
system generation
Process whereby the system is made ready to operate. Typically involves selecting the operative parameters and activating the relevant software.
system page
Maximum area in which text and graphics can be imaged on a printing system.
system software
Software programs that support and/or control system functions by governing hardware operation and input/output processes, interpreting source programs and breaking them down into machine language, distributing tasks among various processors, and so on.
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tab
To move the cursor on a display or printer to a prespecified column on the display or paper, most often by using the <TAB> key on a keyboard.
tape
Recording media for data or computer programs. Tape can be in permanent form, such as perforated paper tape. Generally, tape is used as a mass storage medium in magnetic form and has a far higher storage capacity than disk storage, but it takes longer to write or recover data from tape than from disk.
tape density
The number of characters that can be stored on magnetic media, such as how close together data can be recorded. The Xerox LPS may use either 1600 bpi or 6250 bpi density magnetic media.
tape drive
Input/output device that controls the movement of magnetic storage tape past the read/write head while data is accessed or stored.
task
1. Any major job performed by a computer. 2. One of several programs being executed by a system.
telecommunications
Voice or data communications transmitted and received through telephone lines.
teleprocessing
Sending and receiving data through telecommunication lines for processing among various remote terminals and the central processing unit (CPU).
terminal
Device equipped with a keyboard and connected to a computer or a network
testing
1. Process of running a program for the express purpose of discovering any errors it may contain. 2. For computer-oriented systems, the process of verifying a system’s ability to meet performance objectives in a simulated environment or validating its actual performance in a live environment.
text
In communications, the content portion of a transmitted message.
text string
Consecutive series of characters to be printed exactly as specified in a command.
throughput
In data processing systems, the amount of data that can be processed, transmitted, printed, and so on, per a specified unit of time.
toggle
To switch (alternate) from one tray to another. The system switches from an active feeder or stacker tray to an inactive one to allow continuous printing when the proper commands are invoked.
trailer
In data communications, the last portion of a message that signals the end.
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transaction processing
Method of data processing in which files are updated and results are generated immediately after data entry.
translation
1. In data communications, the conversion of one code to another on a character-by-character basis. 2. In programming, the function of a language processor which converts a source program from one programming language to another.
transmission speed
In data communications, the rate at which data is passed through communication lines, usually measured in bits per inch (bpi).
transmit
To send data from one place to another.
truncated
Cut off before completion, as when data transfer from a host to a printer is cut off before all data has been transmitted.
two-up
Application that prints two logical pages on one side of a physical page.
typeface
1. All type of a single design. 2. Set of characters with design features that make them similar to one another.
type size
Height of a typeface, measured from the bottom of its descenders to the top of its ascenders, expressed in points.
type style
Italic, condensed, bold, and other variations of typeface that form a type family.
UCS
Universal Character Set. Printer feature that permits the use of a variety of character
upload
To copy files from a remote peripheral device to a host. LPS files are not copied to the host because one of the LPS functions is to store files for the host.
utility program
General-purpose program that performs activities, such as initializing a disk or sorting, which are not specific to any application.
validation
Process of testing a system’s ability to meet performance objectives by measuring and monitoring its performance in a live environment.
variable
Information of a changeable nature which is merged with a standard or a repetitive document to create specialized or personalized versions of that document.
variable data
Variable data is not a part of a form design. It varies from page to page.
variable text
Text of changing nature, such as various names and addresses combined with a form letter to make a complete document.
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virtual page
Page area selected by a forms designer for printing.
warning message
System-issued message indicating that an error has been encountered even though the program has not failed.
weight
Characteristic of type determined by how light or dark it appears.
wildcard
Part of a command (* symbol, / symbol, ? symbol) that represents a category for which the possible options are requested.
wildcarding
In a command, calling out a general category rather than a specific item within that category. The purpose of wildcarding is to generate the options within the given category.
write
To record data in memory or an external storage medium.
write protection
Data protection feature implemented on magnetic media (for example floppy disk, 9-track tape) to prevent stored data from being modified, written over, or erased.
x axis
Horizontal axis on a forms grid.
xdot
Unit of measurement representing a fraction of an inch. It may also be referred to as a picture element (pixel) or spot, for example, 1/600 spots per inch (spi).
xerographic engine
Component of a printer that develops an image, transfers it to paper, and fuses it for output as hardcopy.
x height
Height of lowercase letters without their ascenders or descenders
(height of letter “x”). See also ascender; descender.
y axis
Vertical axis on a forms grid
ACT
Advanced Customer Training
AFP
Advanced Function Printing
ANSI
American National Standards Institute
ASCII
American Standard Code for Information Interchange
BCD
binary coded decimal
BOF
bottom of form
BOT
beginning of tape
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bpi
bits per inch
bps
bits per second
BSC
binary synchronous communications
CD
character dispatcher
CDC
control data communications
CD/IG
character dispatcher/image generator
CM
control module
CME
copy modification entry
cpi
characters per inch
CPU
central processing unit
CR
carriage return
DCE
data communications equipment
DDCMP
Digital Data Communication Message Protocol
DEC
Digital Equipment Corporation
DFA
Document Feeding and Finishing Architecture
DJDE
dynamic job descriptor entry
DMR
data mode ready (DEC interface for LPS)
DOS
disk operating system
dpi
dots per inch
DSDD
double sided double density
DSU
digital signal unit
DSR
disk save and restore
DSSD
double sided single density
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DTE
data terminal equipment
EBCDIC
Extended Binary Coded Decimal Interchange Code
ENET
Ethernet network
EOT
end of tape
EP
electronic publishing
ESS
electronic subsystem, also referred to as the system controller
FCB
forms control buffer
FCG
finishing configuration utility
FCP
file control parameter
FDL
forms description language
FDR
file directory
FFM
font file management
FIS
Font Interchange Standard
FMS
file management subsystem
FPS
formatting print service
FSL
forms source library
FST
font specification table
GCR
group code recording
gsm
grams per square meter
HCF
high-capacity feeder
HCS
high-capacity stacker
HFDL
host forms description language
HIP
Host Interface Processor
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hpos
horizontal positioning
IBM
International Business Machines Corporation
IFU
Interpress font utility
IG
image generator
IGM
image generator module
I/O
input/output
IOM
image output module
IOT
input output terminal, also referred to as “printer”
IPD
Interpress decomposer
IPFONTS
Interpress fonts
IPL
initial program load
IPM
Interpress mapping
ips
inches per second
JCB
job control block
JCL
job control language
JDE
job descriptor entry
JDL
job descriptor library
JID
job identifier
JSL
job source library
LAN
local area network
laser
light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation
LED
light-emitting diode
LEF
long-edge feed
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LF
long-edge feed
lpi
lines per inch
LPS
Laser Printing System
MTU
magnetic tape unit (refers to the 9-track magnetic tape drive; also referred to as “magnetic tape drive”)
MICR
Magnetic Ink Character Recognition
OCR
optical character recognition
OCS
operator communications subsystem
OLI
online interface
OS
operating system
OSDS
operating system diagnostic software
OSEXEC
operating system executive
OSS
operating system software
PC
personal computer
PCC
printer carriage control
PDL
print description language
PE
phase encoded
ppm
pages per minute
PQA
print quality adjustment
PROM
programmable read-only memory
PSC
printer subsystem controller
pt
point
PWBA
printed wiring board assembly
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QIC
1/4 inch cartridge
RAM
random access memory
ROS
raster output scanner
SAFES
stand-alone field engineering software
SAN
software analysis number
sci
START command index
SCSI
small computer system interface
SDLC
synchronous data link control
SEF
short-edge feed
SFS
status file services
SIF
sequence insert file
SNA
system network architecture
spi
spots per inch
SST
system software tape
sysgen
system generation
TL/DL
text line/display list
TOF
top of form
tpi
tracks per inch
TPJ
test pattern job
TXC
total xerographic convergence
UCS
Universal Character Set
UCSB
Universal Character Set Buffer
UI
user interface
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virtual memory
vpos
vertical positioning
VS
virtual storage
WAN
wide area network
XCSC
Xerox Customer Support Center
XDGI
Xerox DCF and GDDM Interface
XDSS
Xerox Documentation and Software Services
XICS
Xerox Integrated Composition System
XJCF
Xerox Job Control Facility
XMP
xerographic mode persistence
XMS
xerographic mode switching
XNS
Xerox Network Systems
XPAF, XPF
Xerox Printer Access Facility
XPMF-VMS
Xerox Print Management Facility - VMS Version
XPPI
Xerox Pen Plotter Interface
XPS
Xerox Publishing System
GLOSSARY
XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/DOCUPRINT 96MX LPS SYSTEM GENERATION GUIDE GLOSSARY-29
GLOSSARY
GLOSSARY-30 XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/DOCUPRINT 96MX LPS SYSTEM GENERATION GUIDE
Index
A
abbreviating commands, 2-3 account file, 1-3 accounting file, 3-7 auto boot, 3-4
AUTO command, 2-2 auto sysgen, 1-1
B
backing up user files, 4-1 bad block files, 2-2
BOOT command, 2-2
C
checklist, resource and information, 1-3 command strings, 2-3 commands abbreviating entering, 2-3 functions, 2-1 to 2-2
Sysgen Command menu, 2-1
COMMANDS command, 2-2
Configuration Options menu, 2-2, 3-3 configuration specifications, 3-1 to 3-7
D
default printing order, 3-6 values, setting, 3-7 definitions, sysgen types, 1-1 documentation other, iii reference set, viii to ix
DocuPrintServer (formerly XPSM), 3-4
E
entering commands, 2-3
ERASE command, 2-2, 4-2 erasing system disk, 4-26
Ethernet, 3-4
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F
font tapes, 1-3
FORMAT command, 2-2, 4-2 format command, choosing, 4-2 formatting system disk, 4-25 full sysgen choosing command, 4-2 procedure summary, 4-2 purpose, 4-1 steps, 4-3 to 4-9
H
HOSTCOPY command, 2-1, 2-2
I
information checklist, 1-3
IPM files, 1-3
K
Kanji, 3-4
L
language, 3-5 laser image alignment coordinates, 1-3
M
MBAIS files, 2-2 memory test, 3-4
Mergenthaler fonts, 1-3 message display, 3-4
MICR mode default, 3-2, 3-3, 3-4
MINI command, 2-2 mini sysgen procedure summary, 4-23 purpose, 1-1, 4-23 steps, 4-24
INDEX-1
INDEX
O
online update sysgen procedure summary, 4-17 purpose, 4-17 steps, 4-18 to 4-22 offline update sysgen, performing procedure summary, 4-10 purpose, 4-10 sysgen command, choosing, 4-10 using AUTO command4-11 to 4-13 using SYSGEN command, 4-14 to 4-16 on-line interface, 3-4 operating system software (OSS) contents, 1-2 sysgen requirements, 1-3 options, sample configurations, 3-4 to 3-6 overview, sysgen process, 3-1
P
paper size, 3-5 parameters, additional sysgen, 3-7 patch files, 1-2 precautions, 4-1 procedures full sysgen, performing steps, 4-3 to 4-9 summary, 4-2 mini sysgen, performing steps, 4-24 summary, 4-23 online update sysgen, performing steps, 4-18 to 4-22 summary, 4-17 offline update sysgen, performing steps using AUTO command, 4-11 to 4-13 steps using SYSGEN command, 4-14 to 4-16 summary, 4-10 system disk erasing, 4-26 formatting, 4-25 publications reference set, viii to ix related, iii
R
raster image processor, 3-6 report accounting, 3-7 resource checklist, 1-3
S
sample configuration, 3-2 sector check, 2-2 shared disk option, 3-4 site-specific patches, 1-3 sysgen see also full sysgen; mini sysgen; online update sysgen; offline update sysgen; command, choosing, 4-10 definition, 1-1 overview, process, 3-1 processor program, 1-2
SYSGEN command, 2-2
SYSGEN Command menu, 2-1 system configurations, sample, 3-1 to 3-7 disk erasing, 4-26 formatting, 4-25 files, 1-2
ID, 3-7 system software tape (SST) files, 2-2, A-1
T
tape, concatenated version, 1-2 tape device table, 3-6 terminal type, 3-6 transmitting SST files, sample, A-1 types, sysgens, 1-1, 3-7
U
user file tapes, 1-3
X
XPAF, 3-6
INDEX-2 XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/DOCUPRINT 96MX LPS SYSTEM GENERATION GUIDE

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