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Hewlett-Packard recently introduced HP Instant Information, a new way of
delivering learning products on CD-ROM that gives you easier access to
multiple HP support documents. Instant Information on CD-Rom replaces HP
LaserROM as the viewing mechanism for documentation. With Instant Information,
Hewlett-Packard has created a delivery system that better meets the current
needs of customers. At the same time, we're establishing an infrastructure to
meet future demand.
Improved Searches, Printing and Collection
Starting with MPE/iX 6.0, documentation will be written in FrameMaker+SGML,
then published and stored on Instant Information. This uses SGML instead of
HP's proprietary HP Tag format. Instant Information reduces costs and employs
off-the-shelf, standards-based software for viewing on PCs.
Using HP Instant Information, you can look at a book's table of contents or
index and, with a mouse click, jump to a specific topic. You can search
multiple manuals and documents quickly for matching key words. Users no longer
will have to rely on paper manuals. Access to HP support information will be
easier and more efficient.
With the new browser, you can view both document text and the table of
contents in the same window. You will find an improved collection structure.
Collections now will be based on specific products (such as NS3000/iX) rather
than on hardware platforms, which was the base used by HP LaserROM bookshelves.
Another significant improvement is the advanced printing functionality of HP
Instant Information. One or more chapters, or entire books can be printed with
page numbers. Also, proportional fonts, graphics, and tables can be printed as
postscript-quality.
Documents Available on the World Wide Web
The release of HP Instant Information represents the critical first step of
converting all necessary documents. With 6.0 many documents will also be
available on the world wide web:http:/www.docs.hp.com. These new
delivery media will dramatically change the way our learning community
accesses technical information.
The first release of HP Instant Information for MPE/iX will include the most
critical MPE/iX learning products. Books for which no revisions are planned
will remain on the HP LaserROM (archive copy provided with Release MPE/iX 6.0)
and will not be converted to HP Instant Information.
You can subscribe to HP Instant Information through your support contact or by
purchasing a stand-alone subscription. Customers who currently receive
documentation updates on HP LaserROM for MPE/iX automatically, will receive
HP's new Instant Information when they upgrade to MPE/iX 6.0.
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