Digital Equipment MicroVAX 3100 Model 85 Service manual

MicroVAX3100
Model85/95/96
InstallationInformation
Order Number: EK–A0716–IN. C01
DATE 1995
This manual describes how to install and test the MicroVAX 3100
Model 85, Model 95, and Model 96.
Revision Information: This manual supersedes
EK–A0716–IN. B01
Digital Equipment Corporation
Maynard, Massachusetts

DATE 1995
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FCC NOTICE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications.
Any changes or modifications made to this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.
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.
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.
This warning only applies to the MicroVAX 3100 Model 85.
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.
Diese Warnung bezieht sich nur auf Geräte des Typs MicroVAX 3100 Modell 85.
Attention!
Ceci est un produit de Classe A. Dans un environment domestique, ce produit risque de créer des
interférences radioélectriques, il appartiendra alors à l’utilisateur de prendre les mesures spécifiques
appropriées.
Cette mise en garde ne s’applique qu’au MicroVAX 3100 modèle 85.
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Contents
Preface ................................................ v
1 Installation Procedure
Step 1: Choosing a Suitable Location ...................... 1–1
Step 2: Unpacking the System and Identifying the Parts . ...... 1–2
Step 3: Connecting the Console Terminal ................... 1–3
Step 4: Connecting the ThinWire Terminator . ............... 1–4
Step 5: Connecting the Standard Ethernet Loopback
Connector ............................................ 1–5
Step 6: Connecting the Power Cord . ....................... 1–6
Step 7: Turning on the Console Terminal and System Unit ...... 1–7
Step 8: Checking the Power-Up Test Results . . ............... 1–8
Step 9: Connecting the System to a Network . ............... 1–10
Step 10: Connecting External Options to the System .......... 1–10
Step 11: Booting the Operating System ..................... 1–10
Figures
1–1 Successful Power-Up Test Screen . . ............... 1–8
1–2 Unsuccessful Power-Up Test Screen with an Error
Report ..................................... 1–9
iii

Preface
This manual describes how to install and test the MicroVAX™ 3100 Model 85,
Model 95, and Model 96. It also refers to information on connecting the system to
a network, connecting external options to the system, and booting the operating
system.
Audience
This manual is intended for anyone who wants to install the MicroVAX 3100
Model 85/95/96. It is written for both experienced and inexperienced users.
Structure of This Manual
The procedure for installing the MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95/96 is presented
in only one chapter. Each section in the chapter represents a major step in the
procedure and contains detailed instructions to follow.
Additional Information
See the MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95/96 Operator Information manual for the
list of related documents.
v

Conventions
The following conventions are used in this manual:
Convention Description
MONOSPACE type Text displayed on the screen is shown in monospace type.
italic type Italic type emphasizes important information and indicates the
complete titles of manuals.
Note A note contains information that is of special importance to the
user.
vi

1
Installation Procedure
This chapter shows you, step by step, how to install the MicroVAX 3100
Model 85/95/96.
Step 1: Choosing a Suitable Location
Follow these guidelines when you choose where to place the system unit:
• Place the system unit where the room temperature is between 10°C and 40°C
(50°F and 104°F) and the humidity is between 10% and 90%.
• Place the system unit at least 1 metre (3 feet) from heaters, photocopying
machines, or other operating equipment.
• Place the system unit in a well-ventilated location.
• Place the system unit on a work surface, which is raised above the floor.
• Keep the air vents on either side of the system unit clear.
• Do not place the system unit on its side.
• Do not expose the system unit to direct sunlight or abrasive particles.
Note
A console terminal is required for this installation, but is not supplied
with the system. You can order one from your Digital™ sales
representative.
Installation Procedure 1–1

Step 2: Unpacking the System and Identifying the Parts
1. Unpack the system.
2. Make sure that you have all the parts listed on the packing slip. The
following loose-piece accessory kit is shipped with all basic systems. If you do
not have all the parts listed, contact your Digital Sales representative.
RE_EN06058A_91
12
345
67
! System Unit
" DEC423 Terminal Cable (BC16E-25)
# One ThinWire™ Ethernet T-Connector (H8223) and Two Terminators (H8225)
$ Standard Ethernet Loopback Connector (12-22196-01)
% RS232 to DEC423 Adapter (H8575-A)
& Power Cord
' Documentation and Software Licenses
1–2 Installation Procedure

Step 3: Connecting the Console Terminal
1. Connect one end of the terminal cable to modified modular jack (MMJ) port 3.
2. Connect the other end of the terminal cable to a DEC423 (MMJ)
communications port on the console terminal. If your terminal has only
RS232 ports, use the RS232 to DEC423 adapter (H8575-A) to provide an
MMJ port on the terminal.
3. If you want, remove the label covering MMJ ports 0 and 1.
132
OPAO
1
OPAO
MLO-012030
2
! Terminal Cable
" Label
Installation Procedure 1–3

Step 4: Connecting the ThinWire Terminator
1. Assemble the T-connector and the two terminators to form a ThinWire
terminator.
2. Connect the ThinWire terminator to the system unit.
132
OPAO
1 22
MLO-012031
! T-Connector
" Terminator
1–4 Installation Procedure