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Hewlett-Packard's HP 3000 Series 9X8LX computer systems for the multiuser environment combines office computing with mainframe power. Typically, the system consists of the following components:

  • the main computer that fits comfortably alongside a desk or table

  • the external uninterruptible power system, also called UPS, that can provide up to 15 minutes of battery backup power to the computer system.

  • the system console used primarily by the system manager to perform system related tasks

  • the data communication and terminal controller, also called DTC16iX (J2062A), that enables you to connect multiple terminals and printers to the system.

  • an optional cabinet containing additional disks and tape drives

  • various styles of printers conveniently located for easy access by several users

  • terminals or PCs set up on each user's desktop and connected to the DTC

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