Vax 4000 Model 200 Manuel de service Page 1

VAX 4000 Model 200 (BA430)InstallationOrder Number EK–436AB–IN–002Digital Equipment CorporationMaynard, Massachusetts

1 Verify Site PreparationYou may have received a copy of the system Site Preparation manual, whichdescribes the physical, environmental, and electrica

Depending on your order, your shipment may also include cartonscontaining:• Additional terminal(s)• Printer(s)• Modem(s)• Expander(s)Make sure your sh

Figure 1: Shipping Carton ContentsAnti StaticAnti StaticSystemKeys to Front DoorMLO-005560Installation ChecklistNote:Unpacking is illustrated on theex

3 Position the SystemYou can move your system into position in one of two ways as shown inFigure 2.• Roll it sideways.• Slide or walk it backward or f

4 Open the System DoorsThe system doors are locked. To unlock and open them:1. Find the key in the shipping carton (Figure 1). Two keys are provided,o

4. Swing the doors open. Figure 4 shows the system with the upper andlower doors open.Figure 4: Opening the System DoorsMLO-005561The next step in ins

5 Install the Console TerminalYou will use the console terminal to communicate with your system.1. Unpack the terminal and its documentation.2. Use th

5.2 Connect the Terminal to the SystemYou will attach one end of a cable to the CPU cover panel and the otherend of the cable to a communication port

Figure 5: Connecting a VT300-Series or VT400-Series Console TerminalMLO-005562DECconnect OfficeCableYou are now ready to set the controls on your syst

6 Set the System ControlsThe system controls are on the power supply, system control panel,Integrated Storage Elements, CPU cover panel, and tape driv

First Printing, December 1990Revised, June 1991The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not beconstrued as a co

Figure 6: System Controls and Indicators — Power Supply and SystemControl PanelDC OK IndicatorOver TemperatureWarning IndicatorHalt ButtonRestart Butt

3. Check the settings on each RF-series Integrated Storage Element (ISE).One is shown in Figure 7.• Write-Protect button — Make sure that button is in

Figure 7: System Controls and Indicators — Integrated Storage Elementand CPU Cover PanelMLO-005565RF-Series ISEWrite-ProtectRun/ReadyBus NodeID PlugFa

5. Check the settings on the tape drive.• If a TK-series tape drive is installed in your system, check thesetting of the Cartridge Insert/Release hand

Figure 9: System Controls and Indicators — TF85 Tape DriveTo LoadTo UnloadWriteProtectedTape in UseUseCleaningTapeOperateHandleUnloadTF85WaitLightOpen

• As you complete connections for each module, move left to the nextmodule.The following numbered sections tell you how to connect each type of device

Table 1 (Cont.): Module Identification LabelsModuleNumberOptionNumber DescriptionM3118–YA CXA16 16-line asynchronous serial interface (RS–423–A, nomode

Table 1 (Cont.): Module Identification LabelsModuleNumberOptionNumber DescriptionM8086–PA LPV11 Dual parallel printer interfaceM8634–PA IEQ11 IEEE inst

Figure 10: Connecting Devices to the CXA16 ModuleFeed Cable Under Systemand Through OpeningBC16DCableBailLatchesMLO-005566VAX 4000 Model 200 (BA430) I

3. Insert the other end of the BC16D cable into the cable concentratorshown in Figure 11. Lock the connector in place by using the baillatches.Figure

ContentsPreface vii1 Verify Site Preparation ... 12 Check the Shipment. . ... 13 Position the Sys

Figure 12: Mounting the Cable ConcentratorTo WallMLO-000651NOTE: Be sure you mount the cable concentrator less than 7.6 meters (25feet) from the syste

1. Feed the socket end of the 0.6-meter (24-inch) adapter cable (BC19–B/D/E/F) under the system from the back or side and connect it tothe module. Tig

Figure 13: Connecting a Modem to a CXY08 ModuleFeed Cable Under Systemand Through OpeningBailLatchesMLO-005567BC19N-12CableAssembly3. Attach a modem t

7.5 Connecting an Internal Modem to Telephone LinesNOTE: The DFA01 modem is available for U.S. and Canadiancustomers. Depending on the country you liv

Figure 14: Disconnecting the Telephone Line — Single Line andMultiline ServiceTelephoneWall-MountedModularTelephone JackLocking TabSqueezeLocking Taba

2. Take one end of one of the cords included with the modem (17–00089–01) and insert it into the top jack on the module cover (modem A). Thetop jack i

4. To install voice communication on modem A, take the end of thetelephone line that you disconnected from the wall jack in step 1 andinsert it into t

are reversed for modem B. The bottom jack is marked with a line icon;the second jack from the bottom is marked with a telephone icon.a. Connect the wa

1. Insert one end of the telephone cord into the top jack on the modulecover (modem A) as shown in Figure 17. The top jack is marked withthe line icon

3. If you plan to use modem B:a. Insert a second eight-wire telephone line into the bottom jack onthe module cover, marked with a line icon. (Notice t

8 Connect an Expander, If Required ... 478.1 Connecting the Q-bus Cables . ... 508.2 Connecting the DSSI Cable .

Figure 18: Connecting a Modem to a Wall-Mounted Jack (Data JackService) — Telephone to DFA01 ConnectionPanelModemAModemBTelephoneWall-MountedModularTe

7.5.4 Setting Up Terminal LinesBefore you canusethe DFA01 modem, you must setupthe operating systemsoftware to recognize the modem.Set up the operatin

Figure 19: Ethernet Connector Switch on the CPU Cover PanelFeed Cable Under Systemand Through OpeningEthernetConnectorSwitchMLO-006603VAX 4000 Model 2

• To select the ThinWire connector, slide the switch down. Then go toSection 7.6.1.• To select the standard connector, slide the switch up. Then go to

Figure 21: Making a ThinWire Ethernet Connection at the CPU CoverPanelMLO-005568T-ConnectorThinWireTerminatorFeed Cable Under Systemand Through Openin

• If your system is a link in a network and connects to two additionalcomponents:a. Connect a ThinWire cable to one end of the T-connector.b. Remove t

Figure 22: Grounding the ThinWire Ethernet at the CPU Cover PanelSteel NutLock WasherPlastic WasherMLO-004021ThinWire Ethernet Connector2. Discard the

2. Make sure the sliding lock on the standard Ethernet connector on theCPU cover panel (Figure 23) is in the up position. Then feed the plugend of the

NOTE: Contact your network manager or Digital service representative ifyou have questions about network configurations.7.7 Connecting to an Ethernet Ne

Figure 24: DESQA ThinWire/Standard Ethernet Connector SwitchEthernet ConnectorSwitchMLO-0040237.7.1 Making a ThinWire Network Connection at the DESQA

6 System Controls and Indicators — Power Supply and SystemControl Panel ... 117 System Controls and Indicators — Int

Figure 25: ThinWire Cable, T-Connector, and TerminatorTerminatorT-ConnectorConnectorConnectorMLO-000659To make a ThinWire network connection at the DE

3. Connect the ThinWire cable to the T-connector as shown in Figure 26.Figure 26: Making a ThinWire Ethernet Connection at the DESQAModuleFeed Cable U

4. Connect the T-connector to the ThinWire connector on the module asshown in Figure 26. Push in and turn the T-connector clockwise untilit locks in p

When the ThinWire cable is connected to a DEMPR or DESPR, the groundis provided by the DEMPR or DESPR chassis. If you are using a single-segment ThinW

Figure 28: Grounding the ThinWire Ethernet at the DESQA ModuleThinWireT-ConnectorTerminatorGroundingClampGround Wire(14 AWG)Terminal RingHole for Addr

7.7.2 Making a Standard Network Connection at the DESQA ModuleIf your DESQA module does not have an Ethernet Connector switch, callyour Digital servic

4. Connect the other end of the cable to one of the following devices.• An H4000 transceiver on a traditional baseband Ethernet cable• A DELNI interco

Figure 30: System Connections for ExpandersDSSIQ-busOutQ-busOutMLO-005572In/OutPowerBus OutGroundWire OutKZQSAInFeed Cables Under SystemAnd Through Op

As applicable (follow the instructions that apply to your system), connectone or more of the following expander cables to your system.• Q-bus cables (

8.1 Connecting the Q-bus CablesConnect the two Q-bus cables (BC04V–09) to the two Q-bus Out connectorson your system. Those connectors should be in th

33 Connecting the DSSI Cable ... 5234 Removing the KZQSA Terminator ... 5335 Connecting the KZQSA External Ca

8.2 Connecting the DSSI CableConnect the DSSI cable (BC21M–09) to the DSSI In/Out connector on yoursystem:1. Remove the DSSI terminator (12–29258–01)

2. Connect the DSSI cable (BC21M–09) to the DSSI In/Out connector byfitting the cable connector over the two guide pins.Figure 33: Connecting the DSSI

Figure 34: Removing the KZQSA TerminatorBail LatchMLO-006575VAX 4000 Model 200 (BA430) Installation 53

2. Connect the KZQSA external cable (BC06P–06), shipped with theexpander, to that connector.Figure 35: Connecting the KZQSA External CableBail LatchML

8.4 Connecting the Power Control Bus CableConnect the Power Control Bus cable (17–02638–01) to the Power Bus Out(MO) connector.Figure 36: Connecting t

8.5 Connecting the Ground CableConnect the Ground cable (12–13756–A8) to the Ground Wire Out bolt.Figure 37: Connecting the Ground CableFeed Cable Und

Figure 38: TLZ04/KZQSA System ConnectionDSSIMLO-005678In/OutKZQSAIn2. Remove the protective cover from the KZQSA In connector.3. Insert the connector

Secure the cable connection bypressingthe bail latches on the connectoruntil they snap into place.4. Open the bail latches and remove the terminator f

Figure 40: TLZ04/KZQSA Module Connection — Connecting the CableMLO-005680Bail LatchSecure the cable connection bypressingthe bail latches on the conne

NOTE: If you are installing an expander with your system, for alternateconfigurations refer to your Dual Host Systems manual. If you want torenumber th

PrefaceThis manual tells you how to install your system, using the following steps.1. Verify site preparation2. Check the shipment3. Position the syst

4. Feed either end of that cable under host A from the back or side. Theninsert the cable connector into the DSSI In/Out connector by fitting thecable

11 Connect the Ground Cable — Dual Host OnlyTo connect the ground cable:1. Find the ground cable (12–13756–A8) shipped with your system. It hasa groun

Figure 43: Connecting the Ground CableHost AMLO-005575Host B4. Remove the nut from that bolt.5. Slide the ground-lead terminal over the bolt.6. Replac

12 Connect the System Power CableNOTE: Your system contains an automatic voltage-selection power supply.Voltage selection is not required prior to ins

Figure 45: Power Cables100 - 125 V200 - 250 VMLO-001861VAX 4000 Model 200 (BA430) Installation 65

5. Feed the socket end of the cable under the system from the back or side,and insert the cable into the power supply as shown in Figure 46.Figure 46:

1. Turn on your console terminal and wait until it performs its self-testssuccessfully.2. If a B400X or R400X expander is connected to your system, tu

NOTE: If you do not select a language within 30 seconds, the systemdefaults to English (United States/Canada).Within a few moments the console termina

Figure 49: Saving the LanguageMLO-004255Now you are ready to close the system doors.14 Close the System DoorsIf you plan to run diagnostic software im

Close the doors as shown in Figure 50.Figure 50: Closing the DoorsMLO-0055781. Push gently at the top right of the upper door and the bottom right oft

2. After you complete step 7, install the expander as described inthe installation document (addendum or manual) shipped with theexpander.3. Return to

You should now read your system Operation manual to learn how to use thesystem. You must know how to operate the system controls and the ISE ortape dr

Appendix AStarting and Modifying VMSFactory-Installed SoftwareThis appendix tells you how to start and modify VMS factory-installedsoftware (FIS), whi

3. If your system will be part of a cluster or network, ask your networkcoordinator or system administrator for your system:DECnet node nameDECnet nod

6. Set the Break Enable/Disable switch to disable (down, dot outsidecircle).The system displays a banner and then prompts you for the date andtime.VAX

If DECwindows is on the system disk, you will see the following prompt.Do you want DECwindows as the default windowing system? (Y/N)NOTE: It is easy t

The following status message is displayed when the FIS setupprocedure completes.%UAF-I-RDBDONEMSG, rights database modifiedThe system then displays me

If you do not enter the correct password, the system displays thefollowing message.User authorization failureIf you forget your password, follow the i

A.2.2 Modifying FIS for a Simple VAXcluster NetworkIf you want to use your system as part of a simple VAXcluster network,where disks are shared betwee

Enter a number in the range of 1 to 4095 or 61440 to 65535. You canobtain the number from your network coordinator.Enter the cluster’s password:Enter

6. Enter them as shown below.NOTE: The passwords shown are samples. You should enter your ownpasswords. Remember to record them. If you forget a passw

Digital service representative or your qualified self-maintenancepersonnel.The equipment is not designed for connection to an IT powersystem (a power s

At this point, the system shuts itself down and then reboots from thedefault boot device. The process takes several minutes, and the systemdisplays a

If you make a mistake while entering a PAK:1. Continue the data entry sequence.2. Reject the data at the end of the sequence when your system asks you

A.2.3.1 Configuring for Dual-Host SystemsThe VMS Installation and Operations manual tells you how to configurea dual-host system for cluster operation.

IndexAA026–PA module, 17A030–PA module, 17A1008–PA module, 17A1009–PA module, 17AAV11 option, 17Additional devices, connecting, 15ADQ32 option, 17ADV1

Connecting (Cont.)system power cable, 64telephone lines to internalmodem, 24terminals and serial printers, 18VT300-series console terminals, 8VT400-se

KMV1A option, 17KRQ50 option, 16KWV11 option, 17KXJ11 option, 17KZQSA cable, connecting, 56KZQSA external cable, connecting,52KZQSA option, 16LLanguag

Modules (Cont.)M7530, 16M7531–PA, 17M7533–AB, 17M7546–00, 16M7552–PA, 16M7559–00, 16M7616, 17M7622–AA, 16M7622–BA, 16M7626–AA, 16M7626–BA, 16M7651–PA,

Pre-startup requirements, VMSfactory-installed software, A–1PrintersSee Parallel printers or SerialprintersQQ-bus cable, connecting, 50RRF-series Inte

ThinWire network connection (Cont.)CPU cover panel, 34DESQA module, 40TQK50 option, 16TQK70 option, 16TSV05 option, 16Turning on system and selectingl