TSS/8 System Manager's Guide for the PDP-8/I Time-Sharing System

This document is the official System Manager's Guide for the TSS/8 Time-Sharing System, specifically for the PDP-8/I computer. It covers the complete lifecycle of system administration, including:

• Installation Planning: Guidelines on hardware requirements, environment, and power needs.
• System Construction: Detailed procedures for initializing the system, using RIM and BIN loaders, building the system library, and managing user accounts and passwords.
• Operational Procedures: Instructions for daily tasks such as system startup/restart, performing backups, managing disk usage, and monitoring system users.
• System Modification: Guidance on modifying system library programs and the TSS/8 monitor itself.
• Technical Reference: Information on the monitor's interrupt handling, data structures, storage communication, and hardware configurations.