Digital Equipment VAX 4000 Series Service manual

RackmountVAX4000
Model100/100A/105A/106A
InstallationInformation
Order Number: EK–465RA–IN. D01
Digital Equipment Corporation
Maynard, Massachusetts

June 1995
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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
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Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference in which case the user
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interference.
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EC:
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 Funkstörgrenzwerklasse A. In Wohnbereichen können
bei Betrieb dieses Gerätes Rundfunkstörungen auftreten, in welchen Fällen der Benutzer für
entsprechende Gegenmaßnahmen verantwortlich ist.
Attention! Ceci est un produit de Classe A. Dans un environnement domestique, ce produit
risque de créer des interférences radioeléctriques, il appartiendra alors à l’utilisateur de prendre
les mesures spécifiques appropriées.
ACOUSTICS: Preliminary declared values per ISO 9296 and ISO 7779/DIN EN27779:
Sound Power Level
LwAd,B Sound Pressure Level
LpAm, dBA (Bystander Positions)
Idle 4.9 33
Operating 4.9 33
Current values for specific configurations are available from Digital representatives. 1 B = 10
dBA.
SCHALLEMISSIONSWERTE: Verläufige Werteangaben nach ISO 9296 und ISO 7779/DIN
EN27779:
Schalleistungspegel
LwAd,B Schalldruckpegel
LpAm, dBA (Zuschauerpositionen)
Leerlauf 4,9 33
Betrieb 4,9 33
Aktuelle Werte für spezielle Ausrüstungsstufen sind über die Digital Equipment Vertretungen
erhältlich. 1 B = 10 dBA.

Contents
Preface ..................................................... xi
1 Installation Procedure
1.1 Introduction ......................................... 1–1
1.2 Installation Procedure ................................. 1–2
2 Operator Access and Control Procedure
3 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
4 Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures
4.1 Accessing the RM 4000-10xx . ........................... 4–2
4.2 Removing and Installing the Shipping Strap and Bracket ...... 4–2
4.3 Removing the Rackmount Enclosure Cover (P/N 70-30948-01). . 4–6
4.4 Removing and Replacing the Internal Q–bus Cables
(P/N 17-03545-01) . ................................... 4–11
4.5 Removing and Replacing the DSSI Bus 0 Cable
(P/N 17-03544-01 or 17-04189-01) ........................ 4–12
4.6 Removing and Replacing the DSSI Bus 1 Cable
(P/N 17-03778-01) . ................................... 4–13
4.7 Removing and Replacing the Internal SCSI Cable
(P/N 17-02944-01 or 17-02542-01) ........................ 4–18
4.8 Removing and Replacing the DSSI Card ................... 4–19
4.9 Removing and Replacing the CPU Module .................. 4–26
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A Shelf Assembly
B Connecting Peripheral Device Cables
B.1 Connecting a Peripheral Cable to MMJ Port 0 and 1. . . ....... B–2
B.2 Connecting a Peripheral Cable to Asynchronous Port A ....... B–3
B.3 Connecting a Peripheral Cable to Asynchronous Port A
(DHW42-CA) ........................................ B–4
B.4 Connecting a Peripheral Cable to Synchronous Port 0 and 1, and
to the Modem Port .................................... B–5
B.5 Connecting a Peripheral Cable to the Asynchronous Modem
Control Port . ........................................ B–6
B.6 Connecting Cables to SCSI Cable Ports .................... B–7
B.7 Connecting External DSSI Bus Cables to Internal DSSI Bus
Cable Ports . ........................................ B–8
B.8 Connecting Cables to Top Cover Cable Ports ................ B–9
B.8.1 Connecting Q–bus Cable Ports ........................ B–9
B.8.2 Connecting External Bus DSSI Cables to External Bus DSSI
Cable Ports ...................................... B–10
C Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure
D Hardware Specifications
D.1 System Unit Specifications.............................. D–2
D.2 Internal DSSI Device Specifications ....................... D–5
E Upgrade and Return Forms
Examples
1–1 Successful Power-Up Test Screen ...................... 1–45
1–2 Unsuccessful Power-Up Test Screen .................... 1–46
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Figures
1–1 RM 4000-10xx System Kit Contents ................... 1–4
1–2 RM 4000-10xx Shelf Kit Contents (P/N 70-30949-01) ...... 1–6
1–3 2T-RAK41-AA/AB/AC Kit Contents (For Desktop to
Rackmount System Conversion) ....................... 1–10
1–4 2T-KFDDA-DF Desktop to Rackmount / Single to Dual DSSI
Field Installable Upgrade Kit Contents ................. 1–12
1–5 2T-KFDDA-AF Single to Dual DSSI Field Installable
Upgrade Kit Contents . . . ........................... 1–14
1–6 Removing the Desktop Enclosure Cover................. 1–16
1–7 Removing the Bustle Frame from the Enclosure .......... 1–18
1–8 VAX 4000-10xx Port Cover ........................... 1–19
1–9 Installing DSSI Plate Assembly....................... 1–21
1–10 Attaching the Internal Q–bus Cables to Rackmount Top
Cover Bustle . . ................................... 1–22
1–11 Disconnecting the Internal Power Cables................ 1–23
1–12 Disconnecting Internal DSSI Connectors ................ 1–24
1–13 Disconnecting the Internal SCSI Cable ................. 1–25
1–14 Removing the Single DSSI Card . . . ................... 1–26
1–15 Installing the Dual DSSI Card........................ 1–28
1–16 Installing New Rackmount Top Cover .................. 1–30
1–17 Placing the VAX 4000-10xx Medallion .................. 1–31
1–18 Front and Rear Mounting Brackets . ................... 1–33
1–19 Installing the Shelf in the Cabinet . . ................... 1–34
1–20 RETMA Spacing................................... 1–35
1–21 Installing the VAX 4000-10xx System on the Shelf ........ 1–37
1–22 Installing the Cable Management Bracket ............... 1–39
1–23 Making Console Connections ......................... 1–41
1–24 Installing the Cable Barrier on the Shelf ................ 1–43
1–25 Installing the Front Bezel ........................... 1–48
2–1 Front Bezel . . . ................................... 2–2
4–1 Removing and Installing the Shipping Bracket . .......... 4–3
4–2 Removing the Shipping Strap ........................ 4–5
4–3 Removing the Rackmount Enclosure Cover .............. 4–7
4–4 Removing and Installing the Two DSSI External Bus
Connectors ....................................... 4–9
4–5 Internal Connectors ................................ 4–10
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4–6 Removing Internal Q–bus Connectors . . ................ 4–11
4–7 Removing the Internal DSSI Bus 0 Cable Connectors from
Rear Bulkhead .................................... 4–12
4–8 Disconnecting the Internal Power Cables................ 4–14
4–9 Disconnecting Internal DSSI Connectors ................ 4–15
4–10 Disconnecting the Internal SCSI Cable . ................ 4–16
4–11 Disconnecting DSSI Cable from DSSI Card .............. 4–17
4–12 Removing the Internal SCSI Cable .................... 4–18
4–13 Disconnecting the Internal Power Cables................ 4–20
4–14 Disconnecting Internal DSSI Connectors ................ 4–21
4–15 Disconnecting the Internal SCSI Cable . ................ 4–22
4–16 Removing the Dual DSSI Card ....................... 4–23
4–17 Installing the Dual DSSI Card........................ 4–25
4–18 Removing a SIMM . ................................ 4–27
4–19 Removing the CPU Module . . ........................ 4–29
A–1 Attaching Slides to the Shelf . ........................ A–2
A–2 Assembling the Shelf ............................... A–3
B–1 Connecting a Peripheral Cable to MMJ Port 0 and 1....... B–2
B–2 Connecting a Peripheral Cable to Asynchronous Port A .... B–3
B–3 Connecting a Peripheral Cable to Asynchronous Port A
(DHW42-CA) ..................................... B–4
B–4 Connecting a Peripheral Cable to Synchronous Port 0 and 1,
and to the Modem Port ............................. B–5
B–5 SCSI Cable Ports . . ................................ B–7
B–6 DSSI Cable Ports . . ................................ B–8
B–7 Q–bus Cable Ports . ................................ B–9
B–8 DSSI Cable Ports . . ................................ B–10
C–1 2T-KFDDA-CF Single-to-Dual DSSI Field Installable
Upgrade Kit Contents .............................. C–2
C–2 2T-KFDDA-AF Single-to-Dual DSSI Field Installable
Upgrade Kit Contents .............................. C–4
C–3 Disconnecting the Internal Power Cables................ C–6
C–4 Disconnecting Internal DSSI Connectors ................ C–7
C–5 Disconnecting the Internal SCSI Cable . ................ C–8
C–6 Removing the Single DSSI Card ...................... C–9
C–7 Installing the Dual DSSI Card........................ C–11
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Tables
D–1 System Specifications: RM 4000-10xx .................. D–2
D–2 System Unit Metrics ............................... D–3
D–3 System Storage Conditions .......................... D–3
D–4 System Operating Conditions and Nonoperating
Conditions ....................................... D–4
D–5 Hard Disk Drive Specifications ....................... D–5
D–6 TZ30 Tape Drive Specifications ....................... D–6
D–7 TZK10 QIC Tape Drive Specifications .................. D–6
D–8 TZK11 QIC Tape Drive Specifications .................. D–7
D–9 TLZ06 Cassette Tape Drive Specifications ............... D–8
D–10 TLZ07 Cassette Tape Drive Specifications ............... D–8
D–11 RRD42 Compact Disc Drive Specifications ............... D–9
D–12 RRD43 Compact Disc Drive Specifications ............... D–9
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Preface
Overview
This manual describes how to install, upgrade, and test the rackmount
VAX 4000 Model 100/100A/105A/106A system. This manual also refers to
information on connecting the system to a network, connecting external options
to the system, and booting the operating system.
Unless specifically stated, the term RM 4000-10xx refers to the rackmount VAX
4000 Models 100, 100A, 105A, and 106A. The term VAX 4000-10xx refers to
the desktop VAX 4000 Models 100, 100A, 105A, and 106A.
Audience
This manual is intended for persons experienced in installing computer
equipment.
Structure of This Manual
This manual is organized as follows:
Chapter 1, Installation Procedure – Contains the steps necessary to unpack
and install the RM 4000-10xx, and if necessary, to convert a VAX 4000-10xx to
an RM 4000-10xx.
Chapter 2, Operator Access – Contains the procedure to access the RM
4000-10xx for control switches and to load media.
Chapter 3, Troubleshooting and Diagnostics – Contains troubleshooting
and diagnostic information for the RM 4000-10xx.
Chapter 4, Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures – Provides
procedures specific to the RM 4000-10xx.
Appendix A, Shelf Assembly – Provides instructions to assemble the shelf
that is used to mount the RM 4000-10xx in a cabinet.
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Appendix B, Connecting Peripheral Device Cables – Provides cabling
instructions to connect peripheral devices to the system.
Appendix C, Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure – Contains the procedure to
upgrade the RM 4000-10xx containing a single DSSI to a dual DSSI.
Appendix D, Hardware Specifications – Describes the hardware
specifications for the RM 4000-10xx.
Appendix E, Upgrade and Return Forms – Contains the forms and
procedure to return the required items to Digital.
Additional Information
•VAX 4000 Model 100 Operator Information Manual (EK-466AA-OP)
•VMS Factory Installed Software User Guide
•VAX 4000 Model 100 Customer Technical Information Manual
(EK-467AA-TI)
•VAX 4000 BA42B Enclosure Maintenance Manual (EK-472AA-MG)
•VAX 4000 Model 100 KA52 CPU Maintenance Manual (EK-473AA-MG)
•VAX 4000 BA42 Enclosure System Options Manual (EK-474AA-MG)
•VAX 4000 Model 100A Installation Information (EK-502AA-IN)
•VAX 4000 Model 100A Operator Information (EK-503AA-OP)
•VAX 4000 Model 100A Customer Technical Information (EK-504AA-TI)
•VAX 4000 Model 100A Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Information
(EK-505AA-TS)
•VAX 4000-10xA or MicroVAX 3100-9x CPU Firmware From Tape
(EK-VX4FW-UP)
•VAX 4000 Model 105A/106A Installation Information (EK-512AA-IN)
•VAX 4000 Model 105A/106A Operator Information (EK-513AA-OP)
•VAX 4000 Model 105A/106 Customer Technical Information (EK-514AA-TI)
•VAX 4000 Model 105A/106A Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Information
(EK-515AA-TS)
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Conventions
The following conventions are used in this manual:
Convention Description
MONOSPACE
Text displayed on the screen is shown in monospaced 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.
Caution Contains information to prevent damage to equipment.
Warning Contains information to prevent personal injury.
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1
Installation Procedure
This chapter describes, step-by-step, how to install the RM 4000-10xx. The
procedure to convert a VAX 4000-10xx to an RM 4000-10xx is also described.
1.1 Introduction
Installing the RM 4000-10xx requires:
1. Preparing the site
2. Unpacking the kit
3. Converting the desktop unit to a rackmount unit if required
4. Installing the shelf assembly
5. Installing the VAX 4000-10xx on the shelf
6. Installing the cable management bracket
7. Installing I/O terminators and/or option cables
8. Installing the cable barrier
9. Checking the power-up test results
10. Installing the front bezel
11. Connecting the system to a network
12. Connecting external options to the system
13. Booting the operating system
Installation Procedure 1–1

Installation Procedure
1.2 Installation Procedure
Follow each step sequentially in the following procedure to unpack and install
the RM 4000-10xx system.
Step 1: Prepare the Site
Site preparation involves choosing a suitable location for the system cabinet.
Follow these guidelines when choosing the location:
• The system unit should be placed where the room temperature is between
10°C and 35°C (50°F and 95°F) and the humidity is between 20% and 80%
noncondensing.
• The system unit should be placed at least1m(3ft)away from heaters,
photocopying machines or other operating equipment.
• The system unit should be placed in a well-ventilated location with at least
1 m (3 ft) of clear space in the front, rear, and sides to allow for proper
airflow and servicing.
Note
The system is mounted sideways on a slide shelf. Removable
media is accessed on the left side; the power switch and cable
ports are accessed on the right side.
• The system unit should not be exposed to direct sunlight or abrasive
particles.
• The system should be placed within 4.57 m (15 ft) of the console terminal.
(The console terminal is not supplied with the system kit.)
Note
Digital recommends that you DO NOT install the shelf in the
lowest position in the cabinet. Installing and aligning the
system with the bumpers and holes in the shelf is extremely
difficult if the shelf is installed in the lowest cabinet position.
1–2 Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure
You must also select the location within the cabinet for the RM 4000-10xx. The
system requires:
• 22.2 cm (8.75 in) of vertical cabinet mounting space
• 48.3 cm (19 in) of cabinet width mounting space
• 73.66 cm (29 in) minimum of cabinet depth mounting space:
63.5 cm (25 in) for the system
10.6 cm (4 in) for the cables
• Location of within 2 m (6 ft) of ac power source
The system unit must be mounted within cable routing distances. The RM
4000-10xx is shipped with a 7.58 m (25 ft) MMJ cable for connection to a
console terminal. Refer to the appropriate documentation for other external
option cable length requirements.
Note
The console terminal is not supplied with the system.
Installation Procedure 1–3

Installation Procedure
Step 2: Unpack the System and Identify the Parts
Note
If your system has already been installed in a cabinet, refer
to Section 4.2 to remove the shipping strap and bracket, then
proceed to Step 9: Check the Power-Up Test Results.
Make sure that you have all the parts listed on the packing slip(s).
1. Unpack the carton containing the RM 4000-10xx system. Ensure that
all parts listed in Figure 1–1 and Figure 1–2 have been received and are
undamaged.
Figure 1–1 RM 4000-10xx System Kit Contents
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10 VAX 4000 Model 100A
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1–4 Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure
! VAX 4000-10xx System Unit
" DEC423 Terminal Cable (P/N 17-00811-03 / BC16E-25)
# One ThinWire Ethernet Connector (H8223) and Two Terminators
(H8225)
$ Power Cord (P/N 17-00606-16)
% Documentation and Software Licenses
& DSSI Terminator (P/N 12-29258-01)
' SCSI Terminator H8574-A (P/N 12-30552-01)
( Standard Ethernet Loopback Connector (P/N 12-22196-01)
) 25-Pin Adapter, D Sub to MMJ (P/N 17-32442-01 / H8575-A)
+> Screw Lock Assembly (Qty 2) (P/N 90-08451-00)
+? VAX 4000 Model 100/100A/105A/106A Medallion
(P/N 74-37642-28/31/32/34)
+@ Shelf Kit (P/N 70-30949-01) (See Figure 1–2)
Installation Procedure 1–5

Installation Procedure
Figure 1–2 RM 4000-10xx Shelf Kit Contents (P/N 70-30949-01)
MLO-011697
1–6 Installation Procedure