Xerox t 180 User Manual

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XEROX DOCUPRINT 180 LPS SYSTEM GENERATION GUIDE
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Sysgen overview
This chapter provides information on different types 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
Purpose
Sysgen
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.
Auto
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.
Mini
Change the configuration options of the current 
system without affecting user files.
Example:
Changing online host address
Adding finishing equipment