Wayne Norman asks:

> I was recently given an HP3000 Model 917LX.  With no console, just a
> keyboard that doesn't plug in anywhere that I can find.
> How do I evaluate this "gift"?  Can it be a useful piece of hardware or
> just another boat anchor?
> Can anyone tell me how to get it running?  I know, I know, plug
> it in.  But
> how do I hook up a console and keyboard?  There is what appears to be an
> Ethernet outlet in the back.

The system needs a console - a mere 700/9x will do nicely.  My advise?  Call
a third party <plug> we use Genesys Corporation a lot </plug> who usually
has rather attractive prices for these.

Given that nothing else is missing (like memory, adequate disk, an operating
system, etc), then you should be set.

Cheers,
Joe