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Operating Instructions
Run the TICDIAG in the following manner:
1)
Perform MPE shutdown to log off all users, if applicable.
2) Run the console self test.
3) Fully reset the console.
4)
Install a DUS tape.
5)
If loopback testing is desired, attach a hardware jumper between the loop test point and the ground
test point near the backplane connector or attach the loopback hood(s) on the desired port(s).
6)
Power-on the system by turning the keyswitch to one of the On positions. Use NORMAL if the
console is port 0 of channelL Use LOCAL or REMOTE only if a TIC other than the one in channel
1 is to be tested. The microdiagnostic will run. You must then reply to the prompt. Type H for
HELP. Type
L (LOAD)
channel number, device number. DUS will load.
Or, switch to LOCAL and use a Control
B
sequence to load ,)US, following the above procedure.
Return the keyswitch back to NORMAL.
7)
The Diagnostic/Utility system will display a welcome message and a prompt:
DIAGNOSTIC/UTILITY SYSTEM (REVISION
nn .-nn)
ENTER YOUR PROGRAM NAME (TYPE HELP fOR PROGRAM INfORMATION)
8)
Type
TICDIAG
in response to the prompt.
9)
The TICDlAG loads and executes_ The following message is displayed:
TERMINAL INTERfACE CARD OffLINE DIAGNOSTIC
V -
nn.nn
Enter
HELP
in response to any question to receive an explanation of what is required_
Enter
EXIT
in response to any question to terminate the program.
Enter
STATUS
in response to any question to display the cuaent diagnostic configuration_
10)
The TICDIAG then prompts you for all information needed to run the tests. The first prompt asks
for the channel number of the TIC under test. The channel number will be 1- 5 for a basic system,
or 1- 5,9-13 if an extender is used. If the channel number is 1, the TICDIAG will later prompt you
to redirect the printout. If redirected, you must select Port O.
ENTER THE CHANNEL NUMBER OF THE TIC UNDER TEST:
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