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DEC 4000 600 series manual available for free PDF download: Owner's Manual
DEC 4000 600 series Owner's Manual (242 pages)
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
5
Preface
17
1 Getting Started
21
Introducing the DEC 4000 AXP Server
21
The New Arrival
21
In this Chapter
22
Components and Controls
22
Gaining Access to Controls
22
Location of System Keys
23
Unlocking the System Door
24
Components: Front of System
25
Operator Control Panel
25
Front Components
25
Components: Rear of System
27
Card Cage
27
Power Subsystem
27
System Operation: Overview
30
Console Mode
30
Operating System Mode
30
Two Levels of Operation
30
Starting the System
31
Before You Start the System
31
Boot Operating System Software
31
Overview of the Task
31
Power up External Devices
31
Power up the System
31
Set Environment Variables
31
When to Start the System
31
System Power-Up Self-Test Screen
33
Sample Power-Up Configuration Screen
34
Booting Openvms AXP System Software Screen
36
Booting DEC OSF/1 AXP System Software Screen
36
Using the Operator Control Panel
37
Before You Use the Control Panel
37
Overview
37
Operator Control Panel
37
Invoke Console Mode
38
Reset the System
41
Power down the System
41
Help
42
Getting Help
42
References
43
2 Console Subsystem
45
Chapter Description
45
What Is the Console Subsystem
45
In this Chapter
45
Components of the Console Subsystem
46
Console Subsystem
46
Running the Console Program: Invoking Console Mode
48
Overview
48
From the Auxiliary Serial Port
49
From Across the Ethernet
49
Console Mode User Interface
50
Console Prompt
50
Keyboard Characters
50
Supported Keys on a VT420 Keyboard
51
Control Characters
52
3 Console Commands
53
What Are the Console Commands
53
In this Chapter
53
Levels of Commands
53
Basic Commands
53
Comprehensive Commands
54
Basic Console Commands
54
Entering Console Commands
55
Console Command Format
55
New Console Commands
55
Online Help
55
Differences between VAX and DEC 4000 AXP Console Commands
55
Synopsis
57
Description
57
Parameters
57
Boot
57
Flags
58
Examples
58
Reference
58
Cdp
59
Description
59
Flags
59
Parameters
59
Synopsis
59
Description
62
Examples
62
Synopsis
62
Continue
62
Date
63
Description
63
Parameters
63
Synopsis
63
Examples
64
Help or man
65
Description
65
Examples
65
Parameters
65
Synopsis
65
Init
66
Description
66
Examples
66
Synopsis
66
Man
67
Set
68
Description
68
Environment Variables
68
Flags
68
Parameters
68
Synopsis
68
Examples
70
Set Host
71
Description
71
Flags
71
Parameters
71
Synopsis
71
Show
73
Description
73
Parameters
73
Synopsis
73
Reference
77
Chapter Description
79
In this Chapter
79
Overview: Do I Need to Set Environment Variables
80
Deciding to Set Environment Variables
80
Displaying Current Environment Variables
80
What Variables Can I Set
80
Before You Begin
82
Preliminary Actions
82
Changing the Default Startup Action (Auto_Action)
82
Default Startup Actions
82
Choosing ''Boot
83
Choosing ''Halt
83
Choosing ''Restart
83
Your System's Current Startup Action
83
Set the Default Startup Action
84
Undo the Setting
84
Setting or Changing the Default Boot Device (Bootdef_Dev)
85
Default Boot Device
85
Which One Is the Boot Device
85
Why Set the Default Boot Device
85
Your System's Current Default Boot Device
85
Preliminary Considerations
86
Setting Boot Flags (Boot_Osflags)
88
Boot Flags Settings for Openvms AXP Systems
88
What Are Boot Flags
88
When to Set Boot Flags
90
Your System's Current Default Boot Flags
90
Set Boot Flags
91
Setting the Language (Language)
92
Do I Need to Set the Language
92
Possible Settings
92
Your System's Current Language
92
Changing the Baud Rate (Tta0_Baud and Tta1_Baud)
93
Change the Language
93
Change the Baud Rate
94
Displaying the Current Baud Rates
94
Possible Settings
96
Why Enable Halt Key Functions
96
Your System's Current Halt Key Settings
96
Enabling Halt Key Functions (Tta0_Halts and Tta1_Halts)
96
When You Have Finished Setting Variables
97
5 Operating Mass Storage Devices
99
Chapter Description
99
Overview
99
In this Chapter
99
For Additional Information
99
DEC 4000 AXP Mass Storage Devices and Compartments
100
Identifying Mass Storage Compartments
100
Operating DEC 4000 AXP Mass Storage Devices
100
Before You Operate Mass Storage Devices
100
Storage Compartments
101
Operating DEC 4000 AXP Devices
102
Devices Supported by the DEC 4000 AXP
102
Operating RZ- and RF-Series Disk Drives
103
Fast SCSI
103
RZ- and RF-Series Description
103
Front Panels for RZ-Series (SCSI) Disk Drives
104
RZ- and RF-Series Fault Light
105
Front Panels for RF-Series (DSSI) Disk Drives
105
Write-Protecting an RZ- or RF-Series Disk
106
Operating the RRD42 Compact Disc Drive
110
RRD42 Description
110
RRD42 Compact Disc Drive and Compact Disc
111
Inserting a Compact Disc
112
Removing a Compact Disc
112
RRD42 Light
112
Inserting and Removing a Compact Disc
113
Operating the TLZ06 Tape Drive
114
Compatible Tapes
114
TLZ06 Description
114
TLZ06 Drive and Compatible Tape
115
Inserting a Tape into the TLZ06
116
Removing a Tape from the TLZ06
116
Inserting and Removing a Tape: TLZ06
117
TLZ06 Lights
118
TLZ06 Light Summary
118
Operating the TZ85 Tape Drive
120
Compatible Tapes
120
TZ85 Description
120
TZ85 Drive and Compatible Tape
121
Inserting a Tape into the TZ85
122
Inserting a Tape into the TZ85
123
Removing a Tape from the TZ85
124
Removing a Tape from the TZ85
125
TZ85 Lights
126
TZ85 Light Summary
126
Operating the TZ30 Tape Drive
127
Compatible Tapes
127
TZ30 Description
127
TZ30 Tape Drive and Compatible Tape
128
Inserting a Tape into the TZ30
130
Inserting a Tape into the TZ30
131
Remove Tapes before Power-Down
132
Removing a Tape from the TZ30
132
Removing a Tape from the TZ30
133
TZ30 Lights
134
TZ30 Light Summary
134
Maintaining Mass Storage Media and Devices
135
For more Information
135
Selecting a Media Write Setting
135
Task Overview
135
Handling and Storing Discs and Caddies
136
Handling Media
136
Labeling Removable Media
136
Affixing Labels
136
Caddy Shutter
137
Cleaning the TLZ06
138
Cleaning the TZ30
139
Cleaning the TZ85
139
References
140
6 System Configuration
141
Chapter Description
141
Introduction
141
In this Chapter
141
Identifying Your Configuration
142
Overview
142
Types of Configurations
142
Types of Configurations
143
Special Configurations
144
DSSI Vmscluster
144
Dual CPU Systems
144
Overview
144
Benefits of a DSSI Vmscluster
145
Identifying System Options
146
Mass Storage Devices
146
Specifics of Your Configuration
146
System Modules
146
External Mass Storage Devices
147
Network Devices
147
Identifying Mass Storage Devices
147
DSSI and SCSI Devices
147
Buses Associated with each Compartment
148
Determining a Drive's Address
148
Drive Ids
148
Mass Storage Compartments and Devices
148
Drive Addresses
149
Displaying Configuration Information Online
150
Displaying System Configuration
150
Overview
150
System Configuration Display
151
Displaying Memory Information
152
Memory Configuration Display
152
Device Configuration Display
153
Device Name Convention
154
Displaying Console Program Version
155
Displaying Palcode Version
155
Console Program Version
155
Planning a Change to Your Configuration
156
Perform Pre-Upgrade Tasks
156
Adding Third-Party Devices
157
Perform Post-Upgrade Tasks
157
Connecting Additional Devices to Your System
158
Bus Expansion Ports
158
Connecting Additional Devices: Rules
158
Extending a Fast SCSI Bus
158
Mass Storage Bus Expansion Ports
159
Terminating and Extending a Bus
160
Terminating an Extended Bus
160
Terminating and Extending a Bus
161
Changing Drive ID Numbers
162
Changing a Drive ID: Rules
162
When to Change Drive ID Numbers
162
Changing a Drive ID Plug
163
Inserting a Drive ID Plug
163
Setting and Examining Parameters for DSSI Devices
164
Changing DSSI Device Parameters: Rules
164
Show Device du Pu
164
Using Cdp and Show Device du Pu Commands
164
When to Change DSSI Device Parameters
164
Cdp
166
DSSI Device Parameters: Definitions and Function
166
DSSI Device Parameter Descriptions
167
How Openvms AXP Uses the DSSI Device Parameters
168
Example: Modifying DSSI Device Parameters
169
How Openvms AXP Sees Unit Numbers for DSSI Devices
169
Sample DSSI Buses for an Expanded DEC 4000 AXP System
170
Using the Power Control Bus with a Storage Expander
172
Power Control Bus for Expanded Systems
172
References
173
Sample Power Bus Configuration
173
7 Learning more about Your System
175
Chapter Description
175
In this Chapter
175
System Features
176
What Makes It a DEC 4000 AXP System
176
Alpha AXP Architecture
176
RISC Technology
176
Support of Multiple Operating Systems
176
Integration with Existing Technology
177
DSSI Vmscluster Support
177
Subsystems and Components
178
DEC 4000 AXP Subsystems
178
DEC 4000 AXP System Architecture
179
CPU Subsystem
180
Central Processing Unit
180
Components
180
Memory Module
180
System Bus
180
I/O Module
181
Serial Control Bus
182
Power Subsystem
183
Uninterruptible Power Supply (Optional)
183
Storage Subsystem
184
Components
184
Mass Storage Adapters
184
Mass Storage Devices
184
Mass Storage Expansion Enclosure
184
Futurebus+ Subsystem
185
Overview
185
References
185
8 Care, Maintenance, and Exterior Customizations
187
Chapter Description
187
Introduction
187
In this Chapter
187
Customizing the System Unit
187
Overview
187
Locate Accessories
188
Accessories Box
188
Labeling the System Name
189
Replace English-Language Labels
190
Remove System Doors
190
Removing Front and Rear Doors
191
Move the System
192
Antistatic Wrist Strap
192
Positioning the System
193
Changing the Baud Rate
194
Maintaining the System
195
Overview
195
Location of the Baud Rate Switch
195
Environmental Guidelines
196
Liquid on the System Unit
196
References
196
9 Troubleshooting the System
197
Chapter Description
197
Introduction
197
In this Chapter
197
Before You Begin
198
Two Ways to Solve System Problems
198
Method to Identify Problems
198
How to Identify a Problem
198
Task Overview
199
Steps to Identifying a Problem
199
Steps to Resolving Problems
199
Determining Type of Problem
200
Types of System Problems
200
Type of Problem
200
Power Problems
201
Power Supply Lights
201
Diagnostic Flow for Power Problems
201
Interpreting Power Supply Lights
202
Problems Getting to Console Mode
204
Pre-Console Mode Problems
204
Operator Control Panel Lights
205
Diagnostic Flow for Problems Getting to Console
205
Interpreting Operator Control Panel Lights
206
Console Mode Problems
207
Diagnostic Flow for Console Mode Problems
207
Boot Problems
208
Diagnostic Flow for Boot Problems
208
Operating System Problems
209
Diagnostic Flow for Operating System Errors
209
Mass Storage Problems
210
Diagnostic Flow for Mass Storage Problems
210
Manually Removing a Disc Caddy
212
Manual Removal of a Disc Caddy
212
Network Problems
213
Ethernet Problems
213
Resolving Ethernet Problems
213
Reporting Problems to Digital Services
214
Digital Support Center Contact Numbers
214
Digital Support Centers
214
How to Report Problems
214
Telephone Numbers of Digital Support Centers
215
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