Compaq EK-ASIP2-OG. D01 User manual

AlphaServerIntelligentPeripheral
Platform
HardwareOwner'sGuide
Part Number: EK-ASIP2-OG. D01
May 1999
Compaq Computer Corporation
Houston, Texas

May 1999
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FCC Notice: This equipment generates, uses, and may emit radio frequency energy. The equipment has been type
tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC rules, which are
designed to provide reasonable protection against such radio frequency interference.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will
be required to take whatever measures may be required to correct the interference.
Any modifications to this device - unless expressly approved by the manufacturer - can void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment under part 15 of the FCC rules.
Note: Additional information on the need to interconnect the device with shielded (data) cables or the need for special
devices, such as ferrite beads on cables, is required if such means of interference suppression was used in the
qualification test for the device. This information will vary from device to device and needs to be obtained from the
EMC group or product manager.
EMI Notice: This product complies with the following domestic and international standards:
•Domestic: FCC Part 15, Class A
•International: CISPR22 (Europe EN55022 Class A).
EC Notice:
Warning! This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which
case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Achtung! Dieses ist ein Gerät der Funkstörgrenzwertklasse A. In Wohnbereichen können bei Betrieb dieses Gerätes
Rundfunkstörungen auftreten, in welchen Fällen der Benutzer für entsprechende Gegenmaßnahmen verantwortlich ist.
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ACOUSTICS:
Preliminary declared values per ISO 9296 and ISO 7779:
Sound Power Level
LwAd, B Sound Pressure Level
LpAm, dBA (Bystander Positions))
Idle 6.5 50
Operating 6.5 50
Current values for specific configurations are available from Compaq representatives. 1 B = 10 dBA.

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Table of Contents
Preface
1 Product Overview
1.1 Introduction.........................................................................................................................................1–1
1.2 IP Platform Overview..........................................................................................................................1–1
1.2.1 IP Simplex System.....................................................................................................................1–2
1.2.2 IP Duplex System ......................................................................................................................1–2
1.2.3 Factory Installed Software .........................................................................................................1–3
1.3 System Features...................................................................................................................................1–4
1.3.1 User Interfaces...........................................................................................................................1–4
1.3.2 Alarm Subsystem.......................................................................................................................1–4
1.3.3 Maintainability ..........................................................................................................................1–4
1.3.4 Reliability..................................................................................................................................1–4
1.3.5 Upgrading..................................................................................................................................1–5
1.3.6 Compaq Computer Corporation and Industry Standards.............................................................1–5
1.3.6.1 Telecommunications Interfaces........................................................................................1–5
1.3.6.2 Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility .......................................................................1–5
1.3.7 System Security.........................................................................................................................1–6
1.4 Required and Optional Hardware.........................................................................................................1–6
1.4.1 AlphaServer 1000A System .......................................................................................................1–6
1.4.1.1 Overview .........................................................................................................................1–6
1.4.1.2 AlphaServer 1000A Required Hardware...........................................................................1–7
1.4.2 Modular Storage Shelf Subsystem (BA35x-Sx)..........................................................................1–8
1.4.2.1 Overview .........................................................................................................................1–8
1.4.2.2 Modular Storage Shelf Optional Hardware.......................................................................1–8
1.4.3 ISA Bus Expansion Chassis .......................................................................................................1–8
1.4.3.1 Overview .........................................................................................................................1–8
1.4.3.2 ISA Bus Expansion Chassis Required and Optional Hardware..........................................1–9
1.4.4 IP Power Controller Subsystem................................................................................................1–10
1.4.4.1 Overview .......................................................................................................................1–10
1.4.4.2 IP Power Controller Options...........................................................................................1–10
1.4.5 Alarm Indicator Panel..............................................................................................................1–10
1.4.6 External Hardware Options......................................................................................................1–11
12 Installing the AlphaServer IP Platform Hardware
2.1 Introduction.........................................................................................................................................2–1
2.2 Factory Installed Hardware..................................................................................................................2–1
2.3 Site Preparation...................................................................................................................................2–2

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2.3.1 Preinstallation Considerations....................................................................................................2–2
2.4 Hardware Installation...........................................................................................................................2–3
2.4.1 Installing the IP Platform...........................................................................................................2–4
2.4.1.1 Connecting the Network Hardware...................................................................................2–4
2.4.1.1.1 Connecting Dialogic D/240SC-T1 and DTI/211 T-1 Modules ................................2–5
2.4.1.1.2 Connecting Dialogic DTI/212 E-1 Modules (75-Ohm) ...........................................2–6
2.4.1.1.3 Connecting Dialogic DTI/212 E-1 Modules (120-Ohm)..........................................2–6
2.4.1.1.4 Connecting Dialogic LSI/120 Loop-Start Module...................................................2–7
2.4.1.2 IP Power Controller..........................................................................................................2–8
2.4.1.3 User Alarms.....................................................................................................................2–8
2.4.2 Locking Your System ................................................................................................................2–9
3 Basic Operation
3.1 Introduction.........................................................................................................................................3–1
3.2 Turning on the AlphaServer IP Platform..............................................................................................3–1
3.2.1 Step I: Power Controller Circuit Breakers..................................................................................3–1
3.2.2 Step II: ISA Bus Expansion Chassis...........................................................................................3–1
3.2.3 Step III: AlphaServer 1000A System..........................................................................................3–1
3.3 Basic Operation of the IP Platform Subsystem Components ................................................................3–2
3.3.1 Alarm Indicator Panel................................................................................................................3–2
3.3.1.1 Replacing Batteries in the Alarm Indicator Panel.............................................................3–4
3.3.1.2 Dry Contacts....................................................................................................................3–5
3.3.2 AlphaServer 1000A System .......................................................................................................3–6
3.3.3 Modular Storage Shelf BA35x-Sx Subsystem ............................................................................3–7
3.3.4 ISA Bus Expansion Chassis .......................................................................................................3–8
4 Reconfiguring the AlphaServer IP Platform
4.1 Introduction.........................................................................................................................................4–1
4.2 AlphaServer 1000A System Configurations.........................................................................................4–2
4.3 ISA Bus Expansion Chassis Configuration...........................................................................................4–3
4.3.1 Removing and Replacing the Alarm Sensor Module ..................................................................4–3
4.3.2 Removing and Replacing the AT Bus Expansion Kit.................................................................4–4
4.4 Modular Storage Shelf BA35x-Sx Subsystem Configuration................................................................4–4
4.5 Alarm Indicator Panel Configuration...................................................................................................4–5
4.5.1 Removing and Replacing the Alarm Indicator Module...............................................................4–5
5 System Troubleshooting
5.1 Introduction.........................................................................................................................................5–1
5.2 AlphaServer 1000A Subsystem............................................................................................................5–2
5.3 Alarm Indicator Panel..........................................................................................................................5–2
5.4 ISA Bus Expansion Chassis.................................................................................................................5–3
5.5 Modular Storage Shelf BA35x-Sx Subsystem......................................................................................5–3
5.6 AlphaServer IP Power Controllers .......................................................................................................5–3
A AlphaServer IP Platform Specifications
A.1 Physical Dimensions..........................................................................................................................A–1
A.2 Electrical Specifications ....................................................................................................................A–1
A.3 System Environmental Specifications................................................................................................A–2
A.4 Dry Contact Specifications ................................................................................................................A–3
A.5 Central Office Compatibility..............................................................................................................A–4

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B Alarm Input Wiring
B.1 Alarm Input Wiring Diagram.............................................................................................................B–1
B.2 Wiring User Alarm Inputs..................................................................................................................B–2
C Field Wiring the -48 Vdc Power Inverter
C.1 Field Wiring the -48 Vdc Power Controllers ......................................................................................C–1
C.1.1 Installing Suitable Field Wiring................................................................................................C–2
D AlphaServer IP Platform Duplex System Diagrams
D.1 Introduction.......................................................................................................................................D–1
D.2 AlphaServer IP Platform Duplex AC System .....................................................................................D–2
D.3 AlphaServer IP Platform Duplex DC System .....................................................................................D–4
E AlphaServer IP Platform Simplex System Diagrams
E.1 Introduction.........................................................................................................................................E-1
E.2 AlphaServer IP Platform Simplex AC System.....................................................................................E-2
E.3 AlphaServer IP Platform Simplex DC System.....................................................................................E-4
Glossary
Index
Figures
Figure 3-1: Alarm Indicator Panel (Front and Rear View) ........................................................................3–3
Figure 3-2: Dry Contact Terminal Connectors..........................................................................................3–6
Figure B-1: Alarm Input Wiring Diagram................................................................................................B–1
Figure B-2: Alarm Control Module 8-Pin MJ Connector .........................................................................B–2
Figure D–1: IP Platform Duplex AC System Front and Side View...........................................................D–2
Figure D–2: IP Platform Duplex AC System Rear View..........................................................................D–3
Figure D–3: IP Platform Duplex DC System Front and Side Views.........................................................D–4
Figure D–4: IP Platform Duplex DC System Rear View..........................................................................D–5
Figure E–1: IP Platform Simplex AC System Front and Side View ......................................................... E–2
Figure E–2: IP Platform Simplex AC System Rear View......................................................................... E–3
Figure E–3: IP Platform Simplex DC System Front and Side Views........................................................ E–4
Figure E–4: IP Platform Simplex DC System Rear View......................................................................... E–5
Tables
Table 1-1: AlphaServer 1000A Required Hardware..................................................................................1–7
Table 1-2: Modular Storage Shelf (BA35x-Sx) Optional Hardware ..........................................................1–8
Table 1-3: ISA Bus Expansion Chassis Required and Optional Hardware.................................................1–9
Table 1-4: IP Power Controller Options..................................................................................................1–10
Table 1-5: Alarm Indicator Panel Options ..............................................................................................1–10
Table 1-6: External Hardware Options....................................................................................................1–11
Table 2-1: T-1 to D/240SC-T1 Pin Designations ......................................................................................2–5
Table 2-2: T1 to DTI/211 Pin Designations ..............................................................................................2–5

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Table 2-3: E-1 to DTI/212 75-Ohm Pin Designations...............................................................................2–6
Table 2-4: E-1 to DTI/212 120-Ohm Pin Designations .............................................................................2–6
Table 2-5: LSI/120 Loop-Start 25-Pin Designations .................................................................................2–7
Table 2-6: LSI/120 Loop-Start 50-Pin Designations .................................................................................2–8
Table 3-1: Dry Contact Relay Functional Specification............................................................................3–6
Table 4-1: SRM Console Configuration Commands.................................................................................4–2
Table A-1: Physical Dimensions..............................................................................................................A–1
Table A-2: Electrical Specifications for Each Power Controller...............................................................A–1
Table A-3: Environmental Specifications................................................................................................A–2
Table A-4: Dry Contact Specifications....................................................................................................A–3
Table B–1: Alarm Control Module 8-Pin MJ Connector Pinout...............................................................B–2
Table C–1: Field Wire Recommendations for Each Power Feed..............................................................C–2

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Preface
About This Guide
The AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral Platform Hardware Owner's Guide describes how to
set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain an AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral (IP)
Platform. If information is available elsewhere, this manual provides a reference to the
appropriate documentation.
Intended Audience
This manual is intended for qualified system managers and technical end users trained in the
installation and the servicing of computer systems.
Structure of This Document
This guide is organized as follows:
Chapter 1, Product Overview – Describes the basic AlphaServer IP Platform
configurations, the required and optional hardware, and the factory-installed software.
Chapter 2, Installing the AlphaServer IP Platform Software – Provides instructions for
installing the AlphaServer IP Platform hardware.
Chapter 3, Basic Operation – Describes how to turn on the AlphaServer IP Platform.
Chapter 4, Reconfiguring the AlphaServer IP Platform – Explains how to reconfigure the
AlphaServer IP Platform.
Chapter 5, System Troubleshooting – Provides basic troubleshooting information.
Appendix A, AlphaServer Platform Specifications – Provides system and environmental
specifications.
Appendix B, Alarm Input Wiring – Provides a wiring diagram of all of the alarm inputs and
wiring information for user alarm inputs.
Appendix C, Field Wiring the -48 Vdc Power Inverter – Provides field wiring details for
the -48 Vdc power controllers.
Appendix D, AlphaServer IP Platform Duplex System Diagrams – Contains diagrams of
the IP duplex platforms.
Appendix E, AlphaServer IP Platform Duplex System Diagrams – Contains diagrams of
the IP simplex platforms.
The Glossary defines technical terms related to the product.
The Index locates the main topics in this guide.

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Conventions
This document uses the following conventions:
Convention Meaning
IP Describes an industry-standard acronym for Intelligent Peripheral.
Note A note calls the reader’s attention to any item of information that may be of
special importance.
Caution A caution contains information essential to avoid damage to the equipment.
Warning A warning contains information essential to the safety of personnel.
➊Circled numbers provide a link between figures or examples and text.
Italic type Italic type emphasizes important information, indicates variables, and
indicates complete titles of manuals.
Related Documentation
For additional information on the AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral (IP) Platform subsystem
components and related software, refer to the documentation in the following table. Order
numbers may change as documents are revised or updated. Check with your Compaq sales
representative for additional information.
Document Part Number
AlphaServer IP Platform
Intelligent Peripheral Fault Manager for Tru64 UNIX Installation and User's
Guide AA-QN0FD-TE
AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral Platform System Manager's Guide AA-QU0JC-TE
AlphaServer 1000A Processor
AlphaServer 1000A Rackmount Owner’s Guide EK-RMNOR-OG
DIGITAL UNIX Installation Guide AA-QTLGB-TE
StorageWorks KZPSA PCI-to-SCSI Adapter User’s Guide EK-KZPSA-UG
Site Environmental Preparation Guide EK-CSEPG-MA
BA35x-Sx Modular Storage Shelf
BA350 Modular Storage Shelf Subsystem User’s Guide EK-BA350-UG
BA350 Modular Storage Shelf Subsystem Configuration Guide EK-BA350-CG
DWZZB SCSI Signal Converter User’s Guide EK-DWZZB-UG
RZ Series Disk Drive Installation Guide - Models RZ35, RZ26, RZ27, RZ28 EK-DRZ01-IG
-48 Vdc Power Inverter
DIGITAL 2T-48VDC-xx -48Vdc-to-120Vac Power Inverter Owner's Guide EK-48VDC-OG
ISA Bus Expansion Chassis
I-Bus 4820 User Manual 109-40020-00
Dialogic Voice Hardware Reference BX-QLTUA-TE
Dialogic Network Hardware Reference BX-QLTTA-TE
Dialogic VR/160 Hardware Reference BX-QLTVA-TE
Dialogic FAX/120 Hardware Reference BX-QLTSA-TE

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Product Overview
1.1 Introduction
This chapter includes the following topics:
•IP Platform Overview
•IP Platform Features
•IP Platform Required and Optional Hardware
1.2 IP Platform Overview
The AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral (IP) Platform provides a full suite of hardware and
software components for voice processing, telephony and data communications, management,
processing, and storage. These components are combined to make a high performance, high
availability, rackmount-configured IP Platform, that meets certain standards and
specifications.
There are two basic AlphaServer IP Platform configurations upon which all platform systems
are built:
•IP Simplex System
•IP Duplex System
There may also be custom variations of the IP platform.
Each rackmount platform requires a console terminal to display all system alarm messages
and manage alarm conditions.
Basic AlphaServer IP Platform management functions are designed to ensure the integrity of
the platform and to allow for the management of the platform itself. The management
functions include alarming based on critical events, for example; hardware failure, logging of
events and activities, management of the individual resources, and system security. These
functions are described in the Intelligent Peripheral Fault Manager for Tru64 UNIX
Installation and User's Guide.

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1.2.1 IP Simplex System
The simplex system is a central office compatible rackmount system intended for Telco
central office environments. It contains one each of the following components:
•AlphaServer 1000A system running the Compaq Tru64 UNIX (formerly DIGITAL
UNIX) operating system
•ISA bus expansion chassis
•Alarm indicator panel
•StorageWorks BA35x-Sx mass storage disk drive subsystem (optional)
•Rackmount power controller (120 Vac, 250 Vac, or -48 Vdc models)
Refer to Appendix E for diagrams of the IP simplex system.
1.2.2 IP Duplex System
The duplex rackmount configuration is a central office compatible rackmount system
intended for Telco central office environments and is suitable for live network
implementations. The duplex system includes two each of the following components:
•AlphaServer 1000A system running the Tru64 UNIX operating system
•ISA bus expansion chassis
•Alarm indicator panel
•StorageWorks BA35x-Sx mass storage disk drive subsystems (optional) (connected
together with BN21W-0B and BN21K-XX SCSI bus cables) with disks that can be
striped and/or mirrored
•Two rackmount power controllers (120 Vac, 250 Vac) or one rackmount power controller
(-48 Vdc)
TruCluster software can be ordered separately and is recommended for enhanced availability
with application-defined failover services.
Refer to Appendix D for diagrams of the IP duplex system.

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1.2.3 Factory Installed Software
The IP platform supplied by Compaq Computer Corporation is delivered to the customer with
the following factory-installed software:
•Tru64 UNIX operating system
•Dialogic drivers for Tru64 UNIX that offer the following functionality:
−Voice processing (digitization, call control)
−Telephony network interfaces (loop-start, T-1, E-1)
−FAX
−Voice recognition
•ServerWORKS Agent
•Advanced File System Utilities
•Logical Storage Manager
•TruCluster Available Server for Tru64 UNIX (optional)
•Intelligent Peripheral Fault Manager (IPFM) for the Tru64 UNIX operating system
•DECevent Translation Utility
All systems include the IP Fault Manager software that detects various system events and
performs pre-configured actions for each event.
Solution developers can also use the IP Fault Manager to display application alarmed events
on the IP alarm panel and to log events. A complete description of the IP Fault Manager is
included in the Intelligent Peripheral Fault Manager for Tru64 UNIX Installation and User's
Guide.
For additional information on how to use the factory-installed software, refer to the individual
product's documentation.

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1.3 System Features
This section provides a brief description of the system features of the AlphaServer IP
Platform.
1.3.1 User Interfaces
The AlphaServer IP Platform is designed to work in real-time public networks of
telecommunications service providers. System and network management activities are
performed by means of a separate data communications network rather than the telephony
communications network (for example, voice or signaling). Both graphical user interfaces
(GUIs) and character cell displays are supported, depending on the interfaces provided by the
layered products on the IP Platform.
Command line or character cell displays are used for objects that do not have a GUI, or as a
supplement to those with a GUI. Command line interfaces can be run over a low-speed dial-
up modem with minimal communication protocol support.
1.3.2 Alarm Subsystem
The alarm subsystem of the AlphaServer IP Platform provides alarming functions to the
platform. These functions include the following:
•Visual indication of an alarmed event
•Audible indication of an alarmed event
•Programmable external event notification
•Diagnostic capability
•Battery-backup for alarm indicators
•Programmable software interface with interrupt capability
•Dry contacts for remote monitoring of alarms
The alarm subsystem is comprised of two physical modules: an alarm control module that
resides on the PCI bus, and an alarm indicator panel, which contains all of the visual and
audible indicators.
1.3.3 Maintainability
All configurations are designed with front access for all user devices contained in the
AlphaServer 1000A system, the ISA bus expansion chassis, and the modular storage shelf
BA35x-Sx subsystem. All nonuser devices have rear access.
The AlphaServer 1000A system and the ISA bus expansion chassis are slide mounted for ease
of maintenance.
The BA35x-Sx application storage disks are hot-swappable.
1.3.4 Reliability
Each Compaq Computer Corporation component of this system will function reliably over
time as long as the hardware options used are not altered. All of the Compaq options used in
the design of this system meet Compaq Computer Corporation standards for reliability.
However, the reliability of the equipment supplied by other vendors is determined by the
manufacturer of each device.

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1.3.5 Upgrading
Additional hardware and software options may be added to your AlphaServer IP Platform
components. For a complete list of available options, refer to the individual component's
documentation listed in the Related Documentation section of the Preface in this guide.
___________________________ Important _________________________
FCC and safety review is valid only for options listed in this guide.
______________________________________________________________
1.3.6 Compaq Computer Corporation and Industry Standards
The AlphaServer IP Platform conforms to the industry standards outlined in the following
subsections.
1.3.6.1 Telecommunications Interfaces
The AlphaServer IP Platform conforms to the following telecommunications interface
standards when Telephony boards are installed:
•T-1 (24-channel, PCM encoded analog) digital network interface
•E-1 (30-channel, PCM encoded analog) digital network interface
•Loop-start signaling
•Ground-start signaling
•E&M wink-start signaling
1.3.6.2 Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility
The AlphaServer IP Platform conforms to the following safety and electromagnetic
compatibility standards:
•FCC Part 15, Subpart J
•CSA (Canadian Standards Association) C22.2 No. 950-93
•UL (Underwriters Laboratory) 1950
•TUV EN 60950
•CE Class A
•C-Tick Mark
•BSMI

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1.3.7 System Security
The AlphaServer IP Platform contains front and rear key locking doors to limit access to
system components. Each AlphaServer IP Platform comes with a duplicate set of front and
rear door keys.
In addition, each AlphaServer 1000A system contains a key to lock the individual processor.
Refer to the AlphaServer 1000A Rackmount Owner's Guide for instructions on locking the
AlphaServer 1000A system.
______________________________ Note ____________________________
Record the key number for each cabinet door and each CPU. Store this
information in a safe place; you will need the information if replacement is
necessary.
_______________________________________________________________
1.4 Required and Optional Hardware
This section provides a brief description of each major component of the AlphaServer IP
Platform, and lists the required and optional hardware. Contact your Compaq sales
representative for the current supported options and ordering information.
1.4.1 AlphaServer 1000A System
This section describes the AlphaServer 1000A system. It also lists the required hardware for
this system.
1.4.1.1 Overview
The AlphaServer 1000A system is an Alpha uniprocessor server running the Tru64 UNIX
operating system. A single IP cabinet can support up to two AlphaServer 1000A systems. The
AlphaServer 1000A system drives all functions within the IP Platform, including voice
processing, management, and communications. In addition, application, service, and other
layered software run on an AlphaServer 1000A system. The AlphaServer 1000A offers high
reliability features such as ECC memory and ECC cache.
The AlphaServer 1000A system includes:
•9 expansion slots: 7 PCI slots and 2 EISA slots
•256 MB memory, expandable to 1 GB memory
•Integrated Fast-Wide Single-Ended SCSI-2 controller (supports wide and narrow drives)
•Multiple drive bays supporting a 1.44 MB floppy diskette, RRD4 x-xx CD-ROM, 1
available removable media drive bay, and 3 3.5-inch hard disks
•2 serial ports (9-pin) and one enhanced bi-directional parallel port (25-pin)
For additional information on the AlphaServer 1000A system features and capabilities, see
the AlphaServer 1000A Rackmount Owner's Guide.

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1.4.1.2 AlphaServer 1000A Required Hardware
Table 1-1 lists the required hardware for the AlphaServer 1000A system. Refer to the
DIGITAL Systems and Options Catalog for descriptions of optional hardware.
Table 1-1: AlphaServer 1000A Required Hardware
Part Number Description Simplex Duplex
PB79D-RA RM AlphaServer 1000A 5/500 Tru64 UNIX
System, includes RX23 floppy drive 12
PB7MA-CE 256 MB memory 1 2
2T-VC220-IP AT bus expansion kit (EISA/ISA module) Access
I/O transmitter and receiver modules and 2-meter
cable
12
2T-IPCON-AA Alarm control module 1 2
RZ1CB-BS 4.3 GB SCSI hard disk drive
Note: Each AlphaServer 1000A system in the
simplex and duplex configurations are
preconfigured with one wide disk for system files
and data
12
RRD47-AA 32 X CD-ROM drive 1 2
PBXTL-DA 8.0 GB SCSI 4 mm DAT drive 1 2

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1.4.2 Modular Storage Shelf Subsystem (BA35x-Sx)
This section provides a brief description of the modular storage shelf subsystem.
1.4.2.1 Overview
The StorageWorks disk drive subsystem is a rackmount storage resource provided to solution
developers and service developers creating applications on the AlphaServer IP Platform. The
shelves are contained in a separate chassis that provides a flexible capacity for adding and
hot-swapping disks.
The shelf is a self-contained unit with embedded backplane routing with two SCSI buses. It
can be configured for maximum connectivity (1 SCSI bus) or for maximum performance (2
SCSI buses).
Each StorageWorks modular storage shelf houses all the application storage disks in a
rackmount shelf. The following table lists the type of disks that can be used. For additional
information, see the BA350 Modular Storage Shelf Subsystem Configuration Guide.
1.4.2.2 Modular Storage Shelf Optional Hardware
Table 1-2 lists the hardware options for the BA35x-Sx modular storage shelf.
Table 1-2: Modular Storage Shelf (BA35x-Sx) Optional Hardware
Part Number Description
BA35x-Sx Rackmount StorageWorks in BA35x-Sx enclosure.
DS-RZ1CF-VW StorageWorks disks for BA35x enclosure. 4.3 GB disks.
DWZZB-VW Fast, wide, differential to single ended SCSI converter for BA35x-Sx.
Terminates SCSI bus at storage unit.
KZPSA-BB Fast, wide, differential SCSI controller.
H885-AA Tri-link connector block.
H879-AA SCSI terminator.
1.4.3 ISA Bus Expansion Chassis
This section describes the ISA bus expansion chassis.
1.4.3.1 Overview
The I-Bus 4820-2819 enclosure is used as a 20-slot ISA bus expansion chassis for the
AlphaServer 1000A system. The ISA bus expansion chassis contains all Dialogic voice
modules for its associated AlphaServer 1000A simplex and duplex systems. The I-Bus 4820-
2819 enclosure contains an alarm sensor module which monitors temperature, dc power, and
cooling fan rotation. If any of these reach a point of failure, an alarm signal is sent to the
AlphaServer 1000A.
The ISA bus expansion chassis connects to the AlphaServer 1000A system as follows:
•The ISA bus expansion chassis connects to the AlphaServer 1000A EISA bus by means
of the AT (ISA) bus expansion kit (PN 2T-VC220-IP).
•The ISA bus expansion chassis alarm inputs connect to the AlphaServer 1000A system
by means of a cable.

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1.4.3.2 ISA Bus Expansion Chassis Required and Optional Hardware
The ISA bus expansion chassis connects to the AlphaServer 1000A EISA bus by means of the
AT (ISA) bus expansion kit. The AT (ISA) bus expansion kit includes transmitter and
receiver modules and an interconnecting cable. The transmitter module resides in the
AlphaServer 1000A system, the receiver module resides in the ISA bus expansion chassis,
and the cable connects both modules.
Table 1-3 contains the required and optional hardware for the ISA bus expansion chassis. All
hardware listed in Table 1-3 can be ordered separately as spare parts.
Table 1-3: ISA Bus Expansion Chassis Required and Optional Hardware
Part Number Description Simplex Duplex
2T-VC221-IB ISA bus expansion chassis 1 2
2T-VC220-IP2Access I/O AT bus expansion kit with 2-meter cable 1 2
2T-LDMOD-AA Load module 1 2
2T-VC24T-xx1Dialogic D/240SC-T1, 24-channel, high-density voice-
processing and network-interface module Opt Opt
2T-VC211-xx1Dialogic DTI/211, 24-channel, standard-density, T-1
network-interface module Opt Opt
2T-VC212-xx1Dialogic DTI/212, 30-channel, standard-density, E-1
network-interface module Opt Opt
2T-VC320-xx1Dialogic D/320SC, 32-channel, high-density, voice-
processing module Opt Opt
2T-VCLSI-xx1Dialogic LSI/120, 12-channel, standard-density, analog
loop-start network-interface module Opt Opt
2T-VC121-xx1Dialogic D/121B, 12-channel, standard-density, analog
loop-start call-processing module Opt Opt
2T-VCFAX-xx1Dialogic FAX/120, 12-channel, standard-density, FAX
processing module Opt Opt
2T-VCF4E-xx1Dialogic VFX/40E, 4-channel, low-density, analog loop-
start call-processing and 14,400 b/s FAX processing
module
Opt Opt
2T-VCVRP-xx1Dialogic VRP, 4/8/12/16-channel, standard-density,
voice-recognition module Opt Opt
2T-VCVR4-xx1Dialogic VRM/40, 4-channel, discrete voice-recognition
daughterboard Opt Opt
2T-VCVR2-xx1Dialogic VRM/2C, 2-channel, continuous voice-
recognition daughterboard Opt Opt
2T-VCDMX-xx1Dialogic DMX: Digital Matrix Switch connecting up to
four PCM expansion buses (PEBs) Opt Opt
1 xx represents a two-letter country code. Contact your Compaq sales representative for additional
information.
2Confirm that there are no cards in the ISA bus expansion chassis that use the Compressed Write
Timing (“zero-wait-state”) signal. The 2T-VC220-IP option does not service this signal.
_____________________________ Note____________________________
The list of supported options is updated on a regular basis. Please contact your
Compaq sales representative for a current list of supported options.
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1.4.4 IP Power Controller Subsystem
This section briefly describes the IP power controller subsystem.
1.4.4.1 Overview
Each rackmount simplex and duplex IP Platform contains one or two power controllers
located in the bottom rack of the cabinet. Each controller provides power to one ISA bus
expansion chassis, one BA35x-Sx modular storage shelf, and one AlphaServer 1000A
processor.
The AlphaServer IP Platform supports the following power controller models: 120 Vac, 250
Vac, or -48 Vdc. In addition, each processor and associated voice, storage, and
communication resource has its own individual power supply.
Refer to Appendix C for instructions on field wiring the -48 Vdc power controllers for power.
1.4.4.2 IP Power Controller Options
Table 1-4 lists the IP power controller options.
Table 1-4: IP Power Controller Options
Part Number Description Simplex Duplex
H7600-AA 120 Vac power distribution unit that provides ten (10) ac
outlets, an attached power cord with an L5-30P plug, an
on/off circuit breaker, and a power-on light.
12
H7600-DB 250 Vac power distribution unit that provides twelve (12)
IEC 320 ac outlets, an attached power cord with an IEC
309 plug, an on/off circuit breaker, and a power-on light.
12
2T-48VDC-AA 3 kW (N+1) -48 Vdc power inverter (-48 Vdc to 120 Vac
dual converter). 01
2T-48VDC-AB 2 kW (N+1) -48 Vdc power inverter (-48 Vdc to 120 Vac
dual converter). 10
1.4.5 Alarm Indicator Panel
The alarm indicator panel provides programmable visual and audible alarm indicators for the
IP Platform.
Table 1-5 lists the alarm indicator panel options.
Table 1-5: Alarm Indicator Panel Options
Part Number Description Simplex Duplex
2T-IPAIP-CA Alarm indicator panel for the simplex IP Platforms. 1 NA
2T-IPAIP-CB Alarm indicator panel for the duplex IP Platforms. NA 1