GLOSSARY
A large computer that serves many users, such as a minicomputer or mainframe.
Host Address
The part of an internet address that designates which node on the (sub)network is being addressed. Also called host number.
Host Computer
A large computer that serves many users, such as a PC, minicomputer, or mainframe.
Host Controller
A 4980 Controller that is functioning as a host to a secondary controller.
Host Port (com4980)
A port that can connect to a host or a 4980 Network
Controller.
Host System (com4980)
The Unix system that the COM4980 Package runs on.
Hot Swap
Remove and insert a PC Card without rebooting the unit.
I/0 Key
The power suspend or resume switch on the 6100 Computer
—not the same as the reset button. Suspends or resumes operation depending on the current state of the computer.
Icon
A symbol on the computer desktop that graphically represents the purpose or function of an application or file.
IFL Card (Initial Flash Load)
An SRAM card that installs the flash contents on most
PEN*KEY systems.
InfraRed
A method for