Larry,
For now this is as good a place as any for your question.
Lots of folks have done this or something similar over the years. Here is an older conversation that talks about
Newport equipment.
If you use the search the site tool in left margin, you can pull up and read lots of previous conversations on the subject (and related topics like switches, etc.).
Am sure others will be along to provide their own experiences and helpful hints/tips.
Dan
