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DEC 3000 Model 600/600S/700 AXPOwner’s GuideOrder Number: EK–SNDPL–OG. B01Digital Equipment Corporation, Maynard, MA

11–6 Replacing the Drive Cable and Driveplate Thumbscrews... 11–1111–7 Replacing the Cover ... 11–1212–1 Attaching a Dev

Before You BeginBefore You BeginiWhat YouShould HaveDone AlreadyBefore you start up your workstation or server system, youshould have already complete

Turning On the SystemTurning On the SystemTurning onYour Systemin the CorrectOrderWhenever you turn your system on, always turn on the systemunit last

Turning On the SystemWorkstationStartupProcedureTo start up the DEC 3000 Model 600/700 AXP system, performthe steps in Table 6–1.Table 6–1 Steps for S

Turning On the SystemFigure 6–1 Turning On the SystemMLO-008602ISDNS3210The power indicator light on the front of the system unit lights ifthe system

Reviewing the Startup DisplayReviewing the Startup DisplayStartup DisplayAs your system starts up, it performs a series of diagnostic tests.A display

Reviewing the Startup DisplayTable 6–3 describes the startup display in more detail.Table 6–3 Startup Display InformationItem DescriptionCPU Lists the

Starting a System with Factory-Installed SoftwareStarting a System with Factory-Installed SoftwareFactory-InstalledSoftwareProcedureIf your system has

Starting a System with Factory-Installed SoftwareOpenVMS AXPInitial StartupScreenIf you have the OpenVMS AXP operating system factory-installed, you w

Starting a System with Factory-Installed SoftwareFigure 6–4 OpenVMS AXP DECwindows Motif Start SessionScreenZK−3620A−GEStart SessionUsernamePasswordDi

Starting a System with Factory-Installed SoftwareDEC OSF/1AXP InitialStartup ScreenIf your system has the DEC OSF/1 AXP operating systemfactory-instal

Tables1 Parts Description ... xv2–1 Requirements for System Location. . ... 2–32–2 Hazards to Avoid ...

Starting a System with Factory-Installed SoftwareLog In to YourSystemAfter the DEC OSF/1 AXP FIS procedure completes, you can login to your system as

Loading Operating System SoftwareLoading Operating System SoftwareNoFactory-InstalledSoftwareIf your system was not preconfigured with an internal fixed

Where to Go NextWhere to Go NextAfter YourSystem StartsOnce your workstation or server has started, use Table 6–6 todetermine what to read next.Table

7Turning Off Your SystemChapter OverviewIntroductionThis chapter describes the steps you should take to turn off yoursystem.In This ChapterThis chapte

Before You BeginBefore You BeginiWhat YouShould Do FirstBefore turning off your system, determine the current status ofyour workstation or server syst

Shutting Down the SystemShutting Down the SystemTask Overview:SystemShutdownTable 7–2 gives an overview of the steps involved in shuttingdown your sys

Shutting Down the SystemStep 2:Turn Off theHardwareAfter shutting down the operating system software, you canturn off the hardware by completing the f

Halting the SystemHalting the SystemiWhen to Haltthe SystemWhile turning off the hardware usually requires that you firstrun the operating system shutd

Halting the SystemPressing theHalt ButtonTo halt the system, locate the halt button on the rear of thesystem unit, press it once and release it, as sh

Halting the SystemSystem HaltDisplayWhen you press the halt button, you may see a system haltmessage similar to the one shown in Figure 7–3.Figure 7–3

9–6 Diagnostic Tests . . . ... 9–1810–1 Environment Variables... 10–310–2 Parameters for Setti

Halting the SystemReturning toProgram ModeTo return to the program mode of your operating system, enterthecontinuecommand as follows:>>>conti

8Maintaining Your SystemChapter OverviewIntroductionWhile your system is designed to function in a range ofenvironmental conditions, it is an electric

Before You BeginBefore You BeginiWhat YouShould DoFirstBefore performing any maintenance tasks, take these steps:1. Complete the tasks outlined in Cha

Maintaining the System Unit and KeyboardLiquid on theSystem UnitIf you inadvertently spill liquid on the system unit and it goesinside, turn off the s

Cleaning the MonitorCleaning the MonitorCleaningProcedureTo clean the monitor screen, follow these steps:Step Action Result or Comment1 Turn the monit

Cleaning the MouseWhen to Cleanthe Rubber BallIf the arrow or pointer on your screen does not move freely asyou direct it with the mouse, you may need

Part IIAdvanced OperationsPart II describes how to perform advanced operations with theDEC 3000 Model 600/600S/700 AXP system. This part includesthe f

9Using Console CommandsChapter OverviewIntroductionThis chapter explains how to use your system in console modeand describes some of the available con

14–2 Diagnostic Tests ... 14–514–3 TURBOchannel Tests ... 14–814–4 Diagnostic Display Ligh

Before You BeginBefore You BeginiWhat YouShould Do FirstBefore using any console commands, you should complete thesetasks:• Put your system in console

Modes of System OperationModes of System OperationTwo Modes ofOperationYour system can run in either of two modes:1. Console mode2. Program modeConsol

Console Mode User InterfaceConsole Mode User InterfaceConsoleInterfaceComponentsThe console mode user interface is made up of the followingelements:•

Console Mode User InterfaceTable 9–1 Supported Keys and Control CharactersKey or ControlCharacter FunctionReturnThe Return key executes the command th

Console CommandsConsole CommandsLevels ofCommandsConsole commands can be divided into two groups:• Basic• AdvancedBasic ConsoleCommands ListAll of the

Console CommandsTable 9–2 Basic Console CommandsCommand Function SeebootStarts the operating system or otherloadable softwareThe boot CommandcontinueR

Console CommandsTable 9–3 Advanced Console CommandsCommand Function SeedepositWrites to specific memory, I/O, andregister locations from the consoleThe

The boot CommandThe boot CommandDescriptionThebootcommand initializes the system and starts the bootprogram, which loads and starts the operating syst

The boot CommandFor the... Refer to the...OpenVMS AXP operatingsystemOpenVMS AXP Upgrade andInstallation ManualDEC OSF/1 AXP operatingsystemGuide to I

The boot CommandExample:OpenVMS AXPboot CommandThe following example indicates the command to boot theOpenVMS AXP operating system with the default fla

The boot CommandExample:TURBOchannelbootCommandsThe following command indicates how to:• boot from a TURBOchannel Ethernet option card inTURBOchannel

The continue CommandThe continue CommandDescriptionThecontinuecommand returns the system to operating systemlevel after console mode has been invoked.

The help CommandThe help CommandDescriptionThehelpcommand displays a brief list of console commands,parameters, and qualifiers. You can specify one of

The help CommandCommandExampleThe following command indicates how to obtain help on theshowcommand:>>> help showReturnThe system responds wit

The help advanced CommandCommandExampleWhen you issue thehelp advancedcommand, your systemdisplays a list of topics similar to the following:BOOT [- F

The show or printenv CommandThe show or printenv CommandDescriptionTheshoworprintenvcommand provides information about thecurrent setting for one or a

The test CommandThe test CommandCommandDescriptionThetestcommand lets you run diagnostic tests on thecomponents listed in Table 9–6:Table 9–6 Diagnost

10Changing Environment VariablesChapter OverviewIntroductionEnvironment variables are firmware parameters that can bechanged to suit your specific syste

Before You BeginBefore You BeginiWhat YouShould DoFirstBefore changing any environment variables, you should completethese tasks:• Put your system in

Available Environment VariablesTable 10–1 Environment VariablesVariable Description Defaultauto_actionSpecifies the action the console should take anyt

PrefacePurpose ofThis GuideThis guide is intended for all users of the DEC 3000 Model 600/600S/700 AXP system. It describes how to install and operate

Displaying Current Environment VariablesDisplaying Current Environment VariablesUsing the showCommandYou can use theshowcommand to display one or all

Changing the Default Startup Action (auto_action)Changing the Default Startup Action (auto_action)DescriptionTheauto_actionenvironment variable determ

Changing the Default Startup Action (auto_action)Default SettingThe default setting for theauto_actionenvironment variabledepends on whether your syst

Changing the Default Boot Device (bootdef_dev)Changing the Default Boot Device (bootdef_dev)DescriptionThebootdef_devenvironment variable determines t

Changing the Default Boot Device (bootdef_dev)CommandSyntaxTo set thebootdef_devenvironment variable, enter the followingcommand:>>> set boot

Changing the Default Boot Device (bootdef_dev)CommandExample Usinga Device ListYou can set thebootdef_devenvironment variable so that thesystems tries

Changing the Default Diagnostic Startup Mode (diag_quick)CommandSyntaxTo set thediag_quickenvironment variable, enter the followingcommand. The system

Changing the Default Keyboard Language (language)CommandExampleThe system displays a list of languages, each with a designatednumber. To set the langu

Changing the Default Fast SCSI (fast_scsi_a)(fast_scsi_b)AvailableSettingsYou can set thefast_scsi_aandfast_scsi_benvironmentvariables to on or off:•

11Using the Password Security FeatureChapter OverviewIntroductionThe password security feature lets you prevent unauthorizedpersonnel from accessing p

Table 1 (Cont.) Parts DescriptionPart Title DescriptionII AdvancedOperationsChapters in Part II describeadvanced operations for yoursystem, including

Before You BeginBefore You BeginiWhen to Usethe SecurityFeatureIf the password security feature is not enabled, whenever auser enters console mode, he

Before You BeginTable 11–1 Console Command AccessPrivileged Commands Non-privileged Commandsboot(with parameters)boot(without parameters)deposit login

Before You BeginWhat YouShould DoFirstBefore making your system secure, determine who will haveaccess to privileged commands once you enable the secur

Moving the Secure System JumperMoving the Secure System JumperSecure SystemJumperAfter entering a password and enabling the secure environmentvariable

Moving the Secure System JumperStep 2:RemoveSystem UnitCoverIf you have a monitor or a terminal on top of the system unit,move it aside now.Figure 11–

Moving the Secure System JumperStep 3: ReleaseDriveplateAfter removing the system unit cover, locate and loosen the fourthumbscrews that hold the driv

Moving the Secure System JumperStep 4: MoveDriveplateMake sure that the system unit is placed on the table or deskwith enough room at the front of the

Moving the Secure System JumperStep 5: MoveSecure SystemJumperFigure 11–4 indicates the position of the secure system jumperon the system I/O board.Th

Moving the Secure System JumperStep 6: ReplaceDriveplateHolding the driveplate vertically, align the metal extension tabson the base of the driveplate

Moving the Secure System JumperStep 7: ReplaceDrive Cable andThumbscrewsTighten the driveplate thumscrews , and reconnect the drivecable , as indicate

Convention Descriptionvariable Lowercase italics indicate a variablevalue that you must provide. Forexample:>>> setvariableReturnCAUTION Caut

Moving the Secure System JumperStep 8: ReplaceSystem UnitCoverPosition the system unit cover at the front of the system unitand push it down and backw

Entering a PasswordEntering a PasswordEnter a NewPasswordYour system arrives from the factory without a password. Thepassword you enter must be a char

Enabling System SecurityEnabling System SecurityEnable SecureEnvironmentVariableOnce you have entered and confirmed your password, you mustenable secur

Using the login CommandUsing the login CommandThe loginCommandAfter entering the password, enabling it, and then changing thesecure system jumper on t

Forgetting the PasswordForgetting the PasswordErase theCurrentPasswordIf you forget your password, you must complete the steps inTable 11–7 to erase t

Disabling or Changing the PasswordDisabling or Changing the PasswordDisabling thePasswordTo disable the password security feature, enter thelogincomma

Disabling or Changing the PasswordIf the passwords you enter are the same, your password ischanged.If You Make anErrorIf the two passwords you enter d

12Using an Alternate ConsoleChapter OverviewIntroductionThe alternate console feature of your system lets you directconsole input and output from a mo

Before You BeginBefore You BeginiWhat YouShould KnowBeforehandIf you do not understand the alternate console feature, read thenext section, Using the

Using the Alternate Console FeatureUsing the Alternate Console FeatureWhen to Usean AlternateConsoleThe alternate console feature lets you direct cons

TaskCategoriesThe tasks fall into three categories indicated by three symbols:Basic TaskThis task does not require any specific experience to complete.

Using the Alternate Console FeatureStep 1:Connect aTerminal orPrinterTo connect a terminal or printer as an alternate console device,connect the termi

Using the Alternate Console FeatureStep 2: Changethe AlternateConsole SwitchThe alternate console switch on the rear of the system unitdirects console

Using the Alternate Console FeatureStep 3:RedirectConsole OutputIf you were using a monitor to display console output before youconnected an alternate

Part IIIHandling ProblemsPart III describes how to handle problems with the DEC 3000Model 600/600S/700 AXP system. This section includes thefollowing

13Identifying a ProblemChapter OverviewIntroductionThough your system is a high-quality, thoroughly tested product,it is also an electrical device tha

Before You BeginBefore You BeginiTwo Ways toSolve SystemProblemsThere are two ways to solve problems with the system:1. Use the chapters in Part III o

Task OverviewTask OverviewSteps toIdentifying aProblemTable 13–2 describes the steps required to identify and possiblyfix system problems.Table 13–2 St

Determining Type of ProblemDetermining Type of ProblemTypes ofSystemProblemsThe following sections describe various problems and theirpossible causes,

Determining Type of ProblemTable 13–3 Type of ProblemThis section... Describes these problems...Startup Problems Power indicator light offNo startup d

Part IBasic OperationsPart I provides an overview of the DEC 3000 Model 600/600S/700AXP system and its configurations. It also describes how toinstall

Startup ProblemsStartup ProblemsOverviewThere are many different causes of system startup problems.Locate the problem you are having in the following

Startup ProblemsDiagnosticLights DisplayError CodeOn the rear of the system unit, there are eight recessedamber-colored lights, as shown in Figure 13–

Startup ProblemsTable 13–5 Diagnostic Lights Display ErrorDiagnostic Display Lights76543210No StartupDisplayIf there is no startup display after one m

Startup ProblemsError in StartupDisplayAfter the system startup messages, you may see an errormessage rather than the system power-up OK message.Figur

Startup ProblemsTable 13–7 Startup Error CodesIf ?? appears next tothis component... This item may be loose or missing...NI Ethernet loopback connecto

Startup ProblemsBoot FailureIf your system does not boot the operating system aftercompleting system startup tests, see Table 13–8.Table 13–8 Startup

Interpreting the show Command DisplaysInterpreting the show Command DisplaysOverviewYour system includes many elements: components, memorymodules, and

Interpreting the show Command Displaysshow configError DisplayFigure 13–4 shows ashow configcommand display with anerror.Figure 13–4 Configuration Displ

Interpreting the show Command DisplaysInterpreting theshow configDisplayIf no errors are detected when you enter ashow configcommand, you will see the

Interpreting the show Command DisplaysElements in theshow deviceDisplayTheshow devicecommand displays eight columns of informationdescribed in Table 1

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Interpreting the show Command DisplaysInterpreting theshow deviceDisplayThe information presented in theshow devicedisplay shouldcorrespond to the dev

Interpreting the show Command DisplaysThe show errorCommandTheshow errorcommand displays specific information about anyerror that is occurring within y

Interpreting the show Command DisplaysElements inthe show errorDisplayIf any errors are detected, theshow errorcommand displays anerror message, descr

Interpreting the show Command DisplaysThe showmemoryDisplayTheshow memorycommand displays information about all ofthe memory in your system. This comm

Display ProblemsDisplay ProblemsOverviewIf there appears to be some problem with your monitor display,try to locate the problem in this section.Cursor

Display ProblemsDistortedDisplay onMonitorIf your monitor is displaying information but appears distortedor unclear, see the possible causes in Table

Display ProblemsNo Display onMonitorIf your monitor does not display information after systemstartup, see Table 13–15.Table 13–15 Monitor Display Prob

Mouse and Keyboard ProblemsMouse and Keyboard ProblemsPointer Missingfrom ScreenIf the mouse or optional tablet pointer does not appear on thescreen,

SCSI Device ProblemsSCSI Device ProblemsOverviewIf you are having trouble with a SCSI device, such as an internaldisk drive, or a tape drive in an exp

SCSI Device ProblemsTable 13–19 Installed Software ProblemsPossible Cause Corrective ActionDefault boot device is setincorrectly.See Chapter 10 to set

1Introduction to Your SystemChapter OverviewIntroductionThe DEC 3000 Model 600/600S/700 AXP systems are high-performance, desktop units that provide a

Network ProblemsNetwork ProblemsOverviewIf you are having trouble with your network, locate the problemin this section.DEVNAM NIError MessageIf an err

Network ProblemsTable 13–21 Problems When Booting from the NetworkPossible Cause Corrective ActionLocal network problem. Problem is most likely caused

14Running Diagnostic TestsChapter OverviewIntroductionThis chapter contains information about running diagnostic testsand contacting Digital Services.

Before You BeginBefore You BeginiPurpose ofTestsIf you cannot locate and/or resolve the system problem usingthe troubleshooting tables in Chapter 13,

Task OverviewTask OverviewSteps toRunningDiagnosticTestsTable 14–1 summarizes the steps to perform when runningdiagnostic tests in order to identify o

Running Diagnostic TestsRunning Diagnostic TestsDiagnosticTestsIf an error message is displayed next to a device name when youissue one of theshowcomm

Running Diagnostic TestsTable 14–2 Diagnostic TestsDeviceName Device Tested Loopback RequiredASIC Application-specificintegrated circuitNoMEM Memory No

Running Diagnostic TestsMultiple TestSyntaxUse the following syntax to run multiple tests:>>> testdevice_name1:device_name2Returnwhere device

Running Diagnostic TestsExampleDiagnostic Testwith ErrorIf a diagnostic test fails, a display similar to the one shownin Figure 14–2 appears, containi

System ConfigurationsSystem ConfigurationsTwo SystemConfigurationsThe system is available in two configurations:• A workstation, Model 600 or 700• A serve

Running Diagnostic TestsTURBOchannelTestCommandsTable 14–3 shows the TURBOchannel test commands.Table 14–3 TURBOchannel TestsCommand Descriptiontestde

Running Diagnostic TestsInitializing YourSystemAfter you have run a test, you should use the following commandto initialize your system to clear the e

Running Diagnostic TestsIf the problem with your system has been fixed, after youinitialize your system, you should be able to issue theshowconfigcomma

Recording the Diagnostic Display Light PatternRecording the Diagnostic Display Light PatternDiagnosticDisplay LightsLocationOn the rear of the system

Recording the Diagnostic Display Light PatternUnderstandingthe DiagnosticLightsDuring system startup, the diagnostic display lights flash onand off in

Reporting Problems to Digital ServicesReporting Problems to Digital ServicesHow toContinueIf you are able to locate the source of the system problem,

Reporting Problems to Digital ServicesFigure 14–6 Serial and Model NumbersMLO-00860512. Fill in the status checklist on the Handling ProblemsWorksheet

Reporting Problems to Digital ServicesTable 14–5 Telephone Numbers of Digital Support CentersCountry Telephone NumberUnited States 1-800-354-9000Canad

Reporting Problems to Digital Services10BASE-TLoopbackConnectorIf your Digital service representative requests that you connectthe 10BASE-T loopback c

Reporting Problems to Digital ServicesAlternateConsole/PrinterLoopbackConnectorIf your Digital service representative requests that you connectthe alt

Overview of the SystemOverview of the SystemWorkstationComponentsThe workstation system configuration consists of fourcomponents: a system unit, a moni

Reporting Problems to Digital ServicesModemLoopbackConnectorIf your Digital service representative requests that youconnect the modem loopback connect

Handling Problems WorksheetHandling Problems WorksheetTaking NotesUse the worksheet on the next page to record systeminformation. After your have reco

Handling Problems WorksheetDEC service representative telephone number:Model (circle one): 600 600S 700 Serial #:System Status (indicate which appli

Part IVAppendixesPart IV provides technical and other information about yoursystem. This section includes the following appendixes:Appendix TitleA Har

AHardware SpecificationsAppendix OverviewIntroductionThis appendix lists the hardware specifications for your DEC3000 Model 600/600S/700 AXP system.In T

System SpecificationsSystem SpecificationsSystemDimensionsTable A–1 provides the system unit dimensions.Table A–1 System Unit Dimensions - DesktopWeight

System SpecificationsGeneralSpecificationsTable A–3 provides various information about the system and itscomponents and options.Table A–3 System Specific

System SpecificationsEnvironmentalLimitationsTable A–4 provides information about the environmentalconditions in which the system can operate.Table A–4

System SpecificationsTable A–4 (Cont.) System Environmental SpecificationsOperating ConditionsTemperature range 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)Temperature c

Overview of the SystemSystemHighlightsThe DEC 3000 Model 600/600S/700 AXP system provides thefollowing special features:This feature... Provides...Alp

System SpecificationsInternationalPower CordPart NumbersTable A–5 shows the power cord part numbers for countries inwhich the system can operate.Table

BPort Pin-outsAppendix OverviewIntroductionThis appendix is for users who want to connect communicationsdevices to their system. The tables in this ap

Alternate Console/Printer PortAlternate Console/Printer PortAlternateConsole/PrinterPort DiagramFigure B–1 shows the pin layout for the alternate cons

Synchronous/Asynchronous Communications PortSynchronous/Asynchronous Communications PortSynchronous/AsynchronousCommunicationPort DiagramFigure B–2 sh

Synchronous/Asynchronous Communications PortTable B–2 (Cont.) Synchronous/AsynchronousCommunications Port Pin-outsPin Source Signal CCITT1EIA2Descript

External SCSI PortExternal SCSI PortExternal SCSIPort DiagramFigure B–3 shows the pin layout for the external SCSI port.Figure B–3 External SCSI Port1

External SCSI PortTable B–3 (Cont.) External SCSI Port Pin-outsPin Description Pin Description12 Not used 37 Not used13 Not used 38 Terminal power14 N

Keyboard/Mouse or Tablet PortKeyboard/Mouse or Tablet PortKeyboard/Mouseor Tablet PortDiagramFigure B–4 shows the pin layout for the keyboard/mouse po

AUI Ethernet PortAUI Ethernet PortAUI EthernetPort DiagramFigure B–5 shows the pin layout for the AUI Ethernet port.Figure B–5 AUI Ethernet Port18915M

AUI Ethernet PortTable B–5 AUI Ethernet Port Pin-outsPin Source Signal Description1 Chassis ground2 XCVR ACOL+ Collision presence3 System ATX+ Transmi

Operating SystemsOperating SystemsChoice ofOperatingSystemsDigital’s Alpha AXP architecture allows you to choose fromvarious operating systems. The op

ISDN PortISDN PortISDN PortDiagramFigure B–6 shows the pin layout for the ISDN port.Figure B–6 ISDN Port81MLO-008611ISDN PortPin-outsTable B–6 describ

10BASE-T Port10BASE-T Port10BASE-T PortDiagramFigure B–7 shows the pin layout for the 10BASE-T port.Figure B–7 10BASE-T Port18MLO-00891210BASE-T PortP

Audio PortAudio PortAudio PortDiagramFigure B–8 shows the pin layout for the audio port.Figure B–8 Audio Port41MLO-008612Audio PortPin-outsTable B–8 d

CAssociated DocumentsAppendix OverviewIntroductionThis appendix provides information about availabledocumentation. For option and system hardware part

Associated Printed DocumentsAssociated Printed DocumentsRelated PrintedBooksTable C–1 lists the DEC 3000 Model 600/600S/700 AXPdocuments available in

OpenVMS AXP DocumentationOpenVMS AXP DocumentationAvailableDocumentationTable C–2 lists documents associated with the OpenVMS AXPoperating system.Tabl

DEC OSF/1 AXP DocumentationDEC OSF/1 AXP DocumentationAvailableDocumentationThe following sections list the DEC OSF/1 AXP operating systemdocumentatio

DEC OSF/1 AXP DocumentationTable C–3 (Cont.) User Documentation, QA–MT4AB–GZTITLE ORDER NUMBERSystem and Network ManagementDocumentation SubkitQA–MT4A

DSpecial Information for PTT Network UsersAppendix OverviewIntroductionThe United Kingdom and other countries require that certaininstallation informa

Operating SystemsDEC OSF/1AXP OperatingSystemThe DEC OSF/1 AXP operating system is Digital EquipmentCorporation’s implementation of the Open Software

Service CategoriesService CategoriesOverviewTable D–1 describes the services specifications for the 54-21813module.Table D–1 BABT-Approved Service Spec

Host Power RatingHost Power RatingCorrect PowerRatingYou must ensure that the total power drawn by the 54-21813module, the host, and other auxiliary e

Module IsolationModule IsolationClearanceand CreepageDefinedClearance and creepage distances must be maintained on your54-21813 module. Clearance is th

Module IsolationTable D–3 Clearance and Creepage DistancesClearance(Xmm)Creepage(Ymm)1Voltage Used or Generated by OtherParts of the Host or Expansion

Cable Approvalgeneral approval NS/G/1235/100009 and/or conform to any otherapplicable requirements.ConnectorDiagramFigure D–1 shows the pin layout for

Supported CablesSupported CablesCableDescriptionsTable D–5 lists the cables supported by the 54-21813 module.Table D–5 Cables Supported by the 54-2181

Glossary10BASE2 Ethernet networkAn IEEE standard 802.3-compliant Ethernet network connectedwith coaxial cable in a bus configuration. Also called ThinW

antistatic wrist strapA grounded strap you connect to your wrist and the system unitwhile handling internal devices that are sensitive to static. This

backup copyA copy of files or software made for safekeeping. Making abackup copy of the data stored on your disk allows you to recoverthat data after a

Software Product Descriptions (SPD)Software Product Descriptions (SPD)SPDDescriptionThe Software Product Description (SPD) is the official definingdocum

boot serverA system that provides boot services to remote devices such asnetwork routers and VAXcluster satellite nodes.bufferAn internal memory area

caddyThe holder for the compact disc used in a CDROM drive.CDSee compact disc.CDROMSee compact disc read-only memory.central processing unit (CPU)The

clusterA group of networked computers that communicate over acommon interface to share disk storage, application programs,and other computer resources

componentA basic part, or element, of your system that can be eitherinternal or external. Compare with device.configurationSee system configuration.conn

console subsystemThe subsystem that provides the user interface to the systemwhen operating system software is not running. The consolesubsystem consi

dataA formal representation of information suitable forcommunication, interpretation, and processing by humansor computers.databaseA collection of int

DEC VETA Digital trademark used to describe the Digital DEC Verifierand Exerciser Tool. DEC VET is a multipurpose systemmaintenance tool that performs

diagnosticsPrograms, located in read-only memory, that detect and identifyabnormal system hardware operation.digital dataInformation recorded and tran

distributed processingA processing configuration in which each processor has its ownautonomous operating environment. In a distributed processingenviro

environment variableA global data structure that can be accessed only from consolemode. The setting of these data structures determines how asystem st

Graphics CapabilitiesGraphics CapabilitiesGraphicsOptionsWorkstation graphics and multimedia options are available viathe use of a TURBOchannel graphi

Factory-Installed Software (FIS)Operating system software that is loaded into an internal fixeddisk and installed in the system unit during manufacture

fixed diskA disk that resides permanently inside a disk drive. Comparewith diskette.fixed disk driveThe disk drive that holds and reads from or writes t

half-height diskAny 1 5/8-inch (4.1-centimeter) high, fixed drive that is 3½ inches(9-centimeters) wide, such as those in the RZ family; or a 15/8-inch

input/output (I/O) deviceA piece of equipment that transmits data to (input) and from(output) the system. For example, a terminal or a mouse.Integrate

light-emitting diode (LED)A semiconductor device that glows when supplied with a specificvoltage. The operator control panel contains LEDs that indicat

log inTo identify yourself to the operating system. When you login, you type an account name and password. If the name andpassword match an account on

megabitA unit of measure equal to a million bits.megabyteA unit of measure equal to 1,024 kilobytes or 1,048,576 bytes.memoryThe area of the system th

monitorA video device that displays data.MOPSee Maintenance Operations Protocol.mouseA hand-held input device that is moved across the desktop tomove

nodeA device that has an address on, is connected to, and is ableto communicate with other devices on the bus. In a computernetwork, an individual com

open systemA system that implements open specifications for interfaces,services, and supporting formats so that applications softwarecan:• be ported ac

Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN)Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN)Note: ISDN NotYet AvailableThough your system can provide ISDN cap

parityA method for checking the accuracy of data by calculating thesum of the number of ones in a piece of binary data. Evenparity requires the correc

pointing deviceA terminal input device that allows you to make a selection froma menu or to draw graphics. See mouse and tablet.portA socket on the fr

programThe sequence of instructions the system uses to perform a task.See also software.programmable array logic (PAL)A hardware device that can be pr

reduced instruction set computer (RISC)A computer with an instruction set that is reduced in complexity,but not necessarily in the number of instructi

SCSISee Small Computer System Interface.SCSI busA communications pathway between the Small Computer SystemInterface (SCSI) and other internal devices.

serial portA port dedicated to hookups with serial line devices such asterminals or printers. Serial devices transmit data one wordafter another (seri

SPECmarkThe geometric mean of the normalized results from thebenchmarks defined by SPEC. See also Standard PerformanceEvaluation Corporation (SPEC).SRO

stylusA penlike device that draws on the surface of a tablet andfunctions as a pointing device.superpipelinedDescribes a pipelined machine that has a

tabletAn absolute-positioning input device composed of a flat-surfaceddigitizing tablet that functions as a drawing surface. Twopointing devices, a puc

three-dimensional graphicsImages that are displayed on the screen in 3D. These graphicsrequire the use of a 3D graphics option, such as the PXG+,and O

ContentsPreface ... xvPart I Basic Operations1 Introduction to Your SystemChapter Overview ...

Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN)Use of ISDN DChannelsThe D channel uses a protocol standardized by the InternationalTelegraph and Telephone

universal strain relief strapA plastic strap used when connecting the monitor video cableto the back of the monitor. The strap prevents the weight oft

workstationA single-user system that offers high-performance,high-resolution graphics, and can function in a networkenvironment.wrist strapSee antista

Index<x, 9–5AAlternate console, 12–3Alternate console switchchecking, 4–8icon, 2–14location, 2–13, 4–8moving, 13–20wrong position, 13–20Alternate c

Connecting (cont’d)monitor power cord to workstation, 3–9monitor video cable, 3–8monitor video cable to monitor, 3–5power cord to server, 4–10power co

Digital Servicessupport centers, 14–13Documentationconsole commands, 9–2DEC OSF/1 AXP general user, C–4DEC OSF/1 AXP migration, C–5DEC OSF/1 AXP serve

Installation (cont’d)workstation connecting time, 3–2workstation, task list, 3–4ISDN, 1–9Australia, 1–9availability, 1–9port, 1–4port icon, 2–14port l

PPart numberlocation, 2–11Password security feature, 11–14Port locations, 2–13Port pin-outstable of, B–1Power cycling, 12–6Power indicator lightlocati

show devicecommand, 10–8, 13–14show errorcommand, 13–17show memorycommand, 13–19show, printenvcommand, 9–17show, printenv secure, 11–14Shutdown, syste

Troubleshooting (cont’d)SCSI device problems, 13–24startup problems, 13–6TURBOchannel, 1–4options, 1–12slots, location, 2–13TURBOchannel testcommand,

Available OptionsAvailable OptionsInternalOptionsYou can install the following hardware options inside the systemunit:Option Capabilities ProvidedTwo

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Available OptionsTURBOchannelOptionsThere are a total of three TURBOchannel option slots on yoursystem. Preconfigured workstation systems use one or mo

2Preparing to Install Your SystemChapter OverviewIntroductionBefore you install your system, you need to prepare your site andfamiliarize yourself wit

Choosing a LocationChoosing a LocationSpaceRequirementsWhen choosing a location, consider the system measurementsas shown in Figure 2–1. Make sure to

Choosing a LocationLocationRequirementsChoose a location for your system that meets the requirementslisted in Table 2–1:Table 2–1 Requirements for Sys

Customizing Your Work AreaCustomizing Your Work AreaErgonomicConsiderationsConsidering the ergonomics of your working environment beforeinstalling you

Customizing Your Work AreaTable 2–3 Positioning Your System ComponentsAdjust your chair so that...Your feet are flat on the floor–use a footrest if need

Unpacking a Workstation SystemUnpacking a Workstation SystemChecking theBox ContentsYour workstation arrives in two boxes, one for the system unitand

Unpacking a Workstation SystemParts Used forInstallationThe accessory kit for your system includes many parts, someof which you do not need during sys

3 Installing a Workstation SystemChapter Overview . . ... 3–1Before You Begin . . . ...

Unpacking a Workstation SystemSave TheseParts for LaterYou do not need the parts shown in Figure 2–4 duringinstallation. However, please save them for

Unpacking a Server SystemUnpacking a Server SystemChecking theBox ContentsBefore installing your server, check to see that you have all ofthe parts sh

Unpacking a Server SystemWARNING:Two PeopleRequiredThe system unit is quite heavy. Digital recommends that twopeople remove it from the shipping box,

A Closer Look at Your SystemA Closer Look at Your SystemFront of theSystem UnitTake a minute to familiarize yourself with the front of thesystem unit,

A Closer Look at Your SystemBack of theSystem UnitTake a minute to familiarize yourself with the ports, switches,and indicators on the back of the sys

A Closer Look at Your SystemTable 2–5 Back of the System UnitFeature Function, , andTURBOchannel slots0, 1 and 2In this diagram, TURBOchannel slot 0co

A Closer Look at Your SystemSystem UnitSymbolsThe rear of your system unit has symbols next to most of theconnectors and ports. Following is an explan

Where to Go NextWhere to Go NextDetermine YourNext TaskUse Table 2–6 to determine which chapter to read next.Table 2–6 Where to Go NextIf you... Go to

3Installing a Workstation SystemChapter OverviewIntroductionIf your system is configured as a workstation, see the installationinstructions in this cha

7 Turning Off Your SystemChapter Overview ... 7–1Before You Begin ... 7

Before You BeginBefore You BeginiWhat YouShould HaveDone AlreadyBefore you install your system components, you should havecompleted the following task

Task OverviewTask OverviewParts forInstallationFigure 3–1 lists the parts used to install your workstation.Figure 3–1 Parts Used to Install your Works

Task OverviewInstallationStepsTable 3–1 gives an overview of the steps involved in installingyour workstation system components.Table 3–1 Steps to Ins

Connecting the WorkstationConnecting the WorkstationStep 1:Universal StrainRelief Strap toVideo CableThe universal strain relief strap (USRS) is inclu

Connecting the WorkstationTable 3–2 Making Monitor ConnectionsStep See diagram with... Then...Three connectors(color monitor)Connect all three cable c

Connecting the WorkstationTable 3–3 Connecting the Monitor Cables to the MonitorConnect the cable to a color monitor... Like this...RGBRGBH/C VBG/SRBG

Connecting the WorkstationStep 3: MonitorVideo Cable toSystem UnitConnect the other end of the monitor video cable to the graphicsconnector on the sys

Connecting the WorkstationStep 4: MonitorPower Cord toSystem UnitConnect the other end of the monitor power cord to the auxiliarypower socket on the r

Connecting the WorkstationStep 5:EthernetLoopbackConnectorConnect the Ethernet loopback connector to the AUI Ethernetport on the system unit, as shown

Connecting the WorkstationStep 6: SCSITerminatorConnect the terminator to the SCSI port on the system unit, asshown in Figure 3–5.Figure 3–5 Connectin

Changing the Default Fast SCSI (fast_scsi_a)(fast_scsi_b) ... 10–1111 Using the Password Security FeatureChapter Overview . . ...

Connecting the WorkstationStep 7:Keyboard/MouseCable toSystem UnitConnect the keyboard/mouse extension cable to the keyboard/mouse port on the system

Connecting the WorkstationStep 8:Keyboard andMouse Cablesto ExtensionCableConnect the keyboard cable and the mouse cable to the keyboard/mouse extensi

Connecting the WorkstationStep 9:HeadsetConnect the headset to the audio I/O port on the back of thesystem unit as shown in Figure 3–8. You can use th

Connecting the WorkstationStep 10:System PowerCordConnect the system power cord to the system power socket onthe rear of the system unit, as shown in

Connecting the WorkstationFigure 3–10 Factory-Installed Software LabelSoftware is preinstalled on the hard disk. Seeinstallation guide before booting

Connecting the WorkstationFigure 3–11 Connecting a ModemMLO-009388ISDNS3210Step 13: PrinterConsult the documentation that came with the printer to unp

Connecting the WorkstationFigure 3–12 Connecting a Printer to the SystemMLO-009198ISDNS32103–18 Installing a Workstation System

Checking Your InstallationChecking Your InstallationCheck AlternateConsole SwitchThe alternate console switch should be in the up position asshown in

Checking Your InstallationFigure 3–14 A Connected WorkstationISDNS30 1 2MLO-0112483–20 Installing a Workstation System

Where to Go NextWhere to Go NextDetermine YourNext TaskAfter installing your workstation, use Table 3–4 to determinewhich chapter to read next.Table 3

14 Running Diagnostic TestsChapter Overview ... 14–1Before You Begin ...

4Installing a Server SystemChapter OverviewIntroductionIf your system is configured as a server, see the installationinstructions in this chapter. For

Before You BeginBefore You BeginiWhat YouShould HaveDone AlreadyBefore you can proceed with this chapter to install your systemcomponents, you should

Task OverviewTask OverviewParts forInstallationThe accessory kit shipped with your system includes partsthat you do not need during installation. Figu

Task OverviewInstallationStepsTable 4–1 gives an overview of the steps involved in installingyour server system components.Table 4–1 Steps to Install

Connecting the ServerConnecting the ServerStep 1:EthernetLoopbackConnectorConnect the Ethernet loopback connector to the AUI Ethernetport on the syste

Connecting the ServerStep 2: SCSITerminatorConnect the terminator to the SCSI port on the system unit, asshown in Figure 4–3.Figure 4–3 Connecting the

Connecting the ServerStep 3:AlternateConsoleTo display console and other information on an alternate consoledevice, connect a terminal to the alternat

Connecting the ServerCheck theAlternateConsole SwitchIf you connected a terminal to use as an alternate console device(Step 2), you should check to ma

Connecting the ServerYellow Labelon PowerConnectorIf there is a label similar to the one shown in Figure 4–6 coveringthe power socket on the rear of t

D Special Information for PTT Network UsersAppendix Overview . ... D–1Service Categories . . ...

Connecting the ServerStep 4: SystemPower CordConnect the system power cord to the system power socket onthe rear of the system unit, as shown in Figur

Connecting the ServerStep 5: PowerOutletMake sure that the power On/Off switch is in the off (O) position.Connect the other end of the power cord into

Connecting the ServerStep 7: PrinterConsult the documentation that came with the printer to unpackit and set the baud rate. Most types of printers can

Checking Your InstallationChecking Your InstallationAn InstalledServerFigure 4–10 shows all of the connections on an installed server.Check your syste

Where to Go NextWhere to Go NextDetermine YourNext TaskAfter installing your server, use Table 4–2 to determine whichchapter to read next.Table 4–2 Wh

5Connecting Your System to a NetworkChapter OverviewIntroductionAt some point, you may want to connect your system to anetwork at your site. There are

Before You BeginBefore You BeginiWhat YouShould Do FirstBefore connecting your system to a network, you need to:1. Turn off your system if it is alrea

Before You BeginAvailableNetworksYou can connect four different types of networking cables to yoursystem:1. AUI Ethernet2. 10BASE2 (ThinWire) Ethernet

Connecting to an AUI Ethernet NetworkConnecting to an AUI Ethernet NetworkProcedureOverviewTo connect your system to an AUI Ethernet network, sometime

Connecting to an AUI Ethernet NetworkFigure 5–1 Connecting to an AUI Ethernet NetworkMLO-008603ISDNS3210Step 3: SlidingLockPush the sliding lock on th

3–12 Connecting a Printer to the System . ... 3–183–13 Alternate Console Switch: Up ... 3–193–14 A Connected Work

Connecting to a 10BASE-T Ethernet NetworkConnecting to a 10BASE-T Ethernet NetworkProcedureOverviewTo connect your system to a 10BASE-T Ethernet netwo

Connecting to a 10BASE-T Ethernet NetworkFigure 5–2 Connecting a 10BASE-T Network CableMLO-008604ISDNS3210Connecting Your System to a Network 5–7

Connecting to a 10BASE2 (ThinWire) Ethernet NetworkConnecting to a 10BASE2 (ThinWire) Ethernet NetworkConnectionProcedureYou can connect your system t

Connecting to a 10BASE2 (ThinWire) Ethernet NetworkStep 2:Ethernet CableConnect an AUI Ethernet cable (BNE4C-xx) to the AUI port onthe rear of the sys

Connecting to a 10BASE2 (ThinWire) Ethernet NetworkStep 4:ThinWireCables andT-ConnectorConnect the ThinWire network cables to the T-Connector andthen

Connecting to a 10BASE2 (ThinWire) Ethernet NetworkFigure 5–5 Terminating the Ethernet ConnectionMLO-011210For information on correct settings for you

Setting and Verifying the Network ConnectionSetting and Verifying the Network ConnectionAfter CableConnectionsAfter completing the hardware network co

Setting and Verifying the Network ConnectionSetting theNetwork TypeYou set the network type from console mode. To set the networktype, complete the fo

Setting and Verifying the Network ConnectionIf the Test FailsWhen the system is connected to a heavily loaded activenetwork, failure may occur. If the

6Starting Up Your SystemChapter OverviewIntroductionOnce you have installed your workstation or server and,optionally, connected to a network, you are