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AlphaServer 4000/4100
Configuration and Installation Guide
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EK–4100A–CG. E01
This manual is for manufacturing and field personnel, and resellers
who require AlphaServer 4000/4100 system drawer configuration
information.
Digital Equipment Corporation
Maynard, Massachusetts

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  • Page 1 AlphaServer 4000/4100 Configuration and Installation Guide Order Number: EK–4100A–CG. E01 This manual is for manufacturing and field personnel, and resellers who require AlphaServer 4000/4100 system drawer configuration information. Digital Equipment Corporation Maynard, Massachusetts...
  • Page 2 The software, if any, described in this document is furnished under a license and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of such license. No responsibility is assumed for the use or reliability of software or equipment that is not supplied by Digital Equipment Corporation or its affiliated companies.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    System Drawer Power System..............1-10 Cabinet Power System ................1-12 AC Power Strips in the Pedestal ............. 1-14 AlphaServer 4000 System Drawer............1-16 1.8.1 AlphaServer 4000 System Motherboard .......... 1-18 1.8.2 AlphaServer 4000 I/O Interface ............1-20 AlphaServer 4100 System Drawer............1-22 1.9.1 AlphaServer 4100 System Motherboard ..........
  • Page 4 Installing the System Drawer ..............4-6 4.2.1 Mount the System Drawer on Slide Tray ........... 4-6 4.2.2 Attach the Brackets ................4-8 4.2.3 Install Cable Management Bracket ..........4-10 4.2.4 Install Interlock Actuator Assembly ..........4-12 4.2.5 Route the Power Cables ..............4-14 Installing a StorageWorks Shelf .............
  • Page 5 Cabinet Power Controllers ..............1-12 1–8 Power Connections for Three-Drawer Cabinet ........1-13 1–9 Pedestal with AC Power Strips ............... 1-14 1–10 AlphaServer 4000 System Drawer Components ........1-16 1–11 AlphaServer 4000 Control Panel ............1-17 1–12 AlphaServer 4000 System Motherboard ..........1-18 1–13 AlphaServer 4000 PCI Motherboards .............
  • Page 6 2–4 Using the Cabinet Stabilizer Bar .............. 2-8 2–5 Leveler Foot Adjustment................2-9 2–6 Side Panel Removal ................2-10 2–7 Installing the Joiner Hardware ..............2-11 3–1 Pedestal Service Area ................3-2 3–2 Pedestal System Inventory ............... 3-4 4–1 Attaching Slide Assemblies..............4-2 4–2 Mounting the Slide Tray ................
  • Page 7 Tables AlphaServer 4000/4100 Documentation ...........viii 1–1 Cabinet Variants ..................1-3 1–2 H9A10-EB System Drawer Mounting Holes ..........1-5 1–3 H9A10-EB Cabinet: Installing Drawers and Shelves ........ 1-5 1–4 H9A10-EC System Drawer Mounting Holes ..........1-7 1–5 H9A10-EC Cabinet: Installing Drawers and Shelves ........ 1-7 2–1...

  • Page 9: Preface

    Preface Intended Audience This manual is for anyone who manages, operates, or services the system drawer in a DIGITAL AlphaServer 4000/4100 system. Document Structure This manual uses a structured documentation design. Topics are organized into small sections for efficient online and printed reference. Each topic begins with an abstract.
  • Page 10 Documentation Titles Table 1 lists the books in the DIGITAL AlphaServer 4000/4100 documentation set. Table 1 DIGITAL AlphaServer 4000/4100 Documentation Title Order Number AlphaServer 4100 User and Configuration QZ–00VAA–GZ Documentation Kit System Drawer User’s Guide EK–4100A–UG Configuration and Installation Guide EK–4100A–CG...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Configuration Rules

    Cabinet Power System • AC Power Strips in the Pedestal • AlphaServer 4000 System Drawer • AlphaServer 4100 System Drawer NOTE: The location of system drawers, StorageWorks shelves, and other components in the cabinet affect both cabinet stability and cooling efficiency.

  • Page 12: Cabinet

    1.1 Cabinet Figure 1–1 shows the H9A10 cabinet with the stabilizer extended. Figure 1–1 Cabinet PK-0625-96 Configuration and Installation Guide...

  • Page 13: Cabinet Variants

    About the Cabinet The cabinet contains the following components: • Cabinet panel with fan and AC power-on LEDs • Flushing fans • Two AC power controllers, each with an AC circuit breaker • Vertical mounting rails • Stabilizer bar • Wrist strap for static discharge protection Cabinet Variants The H9A10 cabinet has two variants.

  • Page 14: System Drawer Configuration Rules (Cabinet)

    1.2 System Drawer Configuration Rules (Cabinet) The H9A10 (RETMA) cabinet rails have a total of 34 U-units with 102 mounting holes. Table 1-1 gives the mounting holes to be used for a cabinet containing one to three system drawers. Figure 1–2 System Drawer Mounting Holes Front Rear H9A10...
  • Page 15 The H9A10 cabinet rails have a total of 34 U-units of vertical mounting height. Each U-unit is 1.75 inches in length. When you install a system drawer, begin counting the mounting holes from the rail bottom to top. According to how many system drawers you install, mark off the mounting holes listed in Table 1-1.

  • Page 16: Shelf Configuration Rules (Cabinet)

    1.3 Shelf Configuration Rules (Cabinet) The maximum number of StorageWorks shelves is eight in a one-system drawer cabinet. The maximum number of StorageWorks shelves is six in a two-system drawer cabinet. Figure 1–3 shows shelf placement in a two-system drawer cabinet.

  • Page 17: Shelves In One-System Drawer Cabinet

    Figure 1–4 Shelves in One-System Drawer Cabinet (97) (94) (97) (91) (94) (91) Front Rear (85) (82) (85) (79) (82) (79) (73) (70) (73) (67) (70) (67) (61) (58) (55) Drawer 1 (49) (46) (43) PK-0640A-97 Configuration Rules...

  • Page 18: Pedestal

    1.4 Pedestal Figure 1–5 shows the pedestal. Figure 1–5 Pedestal PK-0604-96 Configuration and Installation Guide...
  • Page 19 Pedestal Configuration Rules • One system drawer is installed in the pedestal. • The maximum number of StorageWorks shelves is three. Configuration Rules...

  • Page 20: System Drawer Power System

    1.5 System Drawer Power System The system drawer contains one to three power supplies and distribution cables. Figure 1–6 shows the power components in the system drawer. Two AC power controllers complete the power system. See Section 1.6. Figure 1–6 System Drawer Power Components Power Supplies First Third...
  • Page 21 A power harness connects the power supplies to the system motherboard, PCI motherboard, system fans, and drives. NOTE: Three power supplies provide N+1 redundancy in AlphaServer 4100 systems with three or four CPUs and in AlphaServer 4000 systems with two PCI card cages. Configuration Rules...

  • Page 22: Cabinet Power System

    1.6 Cabinet Power System Figure 1–7 shows the two AC power controllers located at the bottom rear of the cabinet. The system drawer power cable(s) connect to the controllers. The controller power cables plug into a wall outlet. Figure 1–7 Cabinet Power Controllers PK-0692-97 1-12 Configuration and Installation Guide...

  • Page 23: Power Connections For Three-Drawer Cabinet

    The power controllers connect to an AC wall outlet. Each controller has a main power switch and 10 outlets for system drawers, StorageWorks shelves, and fan tray. When connecting system components to the controllers, note that system drawer power cables are gray; StorageWorks shelf power cables and fan tray power cables are gray.

  • Page 24: Ac Power Strips In The Pedestal

    1.7 AC Power Strips in the Pedestal Figure 1–9 shows the pedestal with two AC power strips installed. Figure 1–9 Pedestal with AC Power Strips PK-0623-96 1-14 Configuration and Installation Guide...
  • Page 25 In pedestal systems, both AC power strip cables plug directly into a wall outlet. Configuration rules are: • In North American models: one system drawer and one StorageWorks shelf per AC power strip • In European models: one system drawer and two StorageWorks shelves per AC power strip •...

  • Page 26: Alphaserver 4000 System Drawer

    1.8 AlphaServer 4000 System Drawer Figure 1–10 shows the components of the AlphaServer 4000 system drawer. See Section 1.8.1 for system motherboard configuration rules. See Section 1.8.2 for PCI motherboard configuration rules. Figure 1–10 AlphaServer 4000 System Drawer Components Optional PCI Card Cage...

  • Page 27: Alphaserver 4000 Control Panel

    The AlphaServer 4000 system drawer contains the following components: • CPU card cage containing the system motherboard, CPU modules, memory modules, and a system bus-to-PCI bus bridge module • A PCI card cage containing a PCI motherboard and PCI and EISA modules •...

  • Page 28: Alphaserver 4000 System Motherboard

    1.8.1 AlphaServer 4000 System Motherboard The AlphaServer 4000 system motherboard has slots for the CPU, memory, and I/O bridge modules. Figure 1–12 AlphaServer 4000 System Motherboard IOD2/3 CPU1 MEM1H MEM0H CPU0 MEM0H MEM0L IOD0/1 PK-0686-96 1-18 Configuration and Installation Guide...
  • Page 29 AlphaServer 4000 System Motherboard • The system motherboard has slots for two processor modules. • The first processor module must occupy slot CPU0. • The system motherboard has slots for four memory modules (two memory pairs). • Memory modules must be configured in matched pairs.

  • Page 30: Alphaserver 4000 I/O Interface

    PCI motherboard in the card cage. An optional PCI card cage is also available. The server control module provides ports for the console terminal, keyboard, mouse, and other components. Figure 1–13 AlphaServer 4000 PCI Motherboards PCI1-5 PCI1-4...

  • Page 31: Server Control Module Ports

    AlphaServer 4000 I/O Interface Configuration Rules • The bridge modules connect the system motherboard to the PCI motherboard; they are in slots IOD0/1 and IOD2/3 on the system motherboard. • The VGA module must be in a PCI0 slot. •...

  • Page 32: Alphaserver 4100 System Drawer

    1.9 AlphaServer 4100 System Drawer Figure 1–15 shows the components of the AlphaServer 4100 system drawer. See Section 1.9.1 for system motherboard configuration rules. See Section 1.9.2 for PCI motherboard configuration rules. Figure 1–15 AlphaServer 4100 System Drawer Components Power Cable CPU and Memory Modules Power Supplies...

  • Page 33: Alphaserver 4100 Control Panel

    The AlphaServer 4100 system drawer contains the following components: • CPU card cage containing the system motherboard, CPU modules, memory modules, and the system bus-to-PCI bus bridge module • PCI card cage containing PCI motherboard and PCI and EISA modules •...

  • Page 34: Alphaserver 4100 System Motherboard

    1.9.1 AlphaServer 4100 System Motherboard The AlphaServer 4100 system motherboard has four processor slots, eight memory slots, and one I/O slot. Figure 1–17 AlphaServer 4100 System Motherboard CPU3 Mem1H CPU2 Mem1L Mem3L Mem2L CPU1 Mem0H Mem3H Mem2H CPU0 Mem0L IOD01 PK-0614-96 1-24 Configuration and Installation Guide...
  • Page 35 AlphaServer 4100 System Motherboard • The system motherboard has slots for four processor modules. • The first processor module must occupy slot CPU0. • The system motherboard has slots for eight memory modules (four memory pairs). • Memory modules must be configured in matched pairs. •...

  • Page 36: Alphaserver 4100 I/O Interface

    1.9.2 AlphaServer 4100 I/O Interface The I/O interface consists of the system bus-to-PCI bus bridge module and the PCI motherboard. The bridge module is the logical and physical connection from the system motherboard to the PCI motherboard. The server control module provides ports for the console terminal, keyboard, mouse, and other components.
  • Page 37 I/O Interface Configuration Rules • The bridge module connects the system motherboard to the PCI motherboard; it is in slot IOD0/1 on the system motherboard. • The VGA module must be in a PCI0 slot. • The PCI motherboard supports two PCI 64-bit buses and one EISA bus. PCI and EISA Slots As shown in Figure 1–18, the PCI motherboard has five dedicated PCI slots and three slot pairs with connectors for a PCI option and an EISA option.

  • Page 39: Chapter 2 Preparing The Cabinet

    Chapter 2 Preparing the Cabinet This chapter describes how to prepare the cabinet before installing system drawers and other components. Sections in this chapter include: • Cabinet Environmental and Power Requirements • Unpack and Check Cabinet • Remove Cabinet from Pallet •...

  • Page 40: Cabinet Environmental And Power Requirements

    Cabinet Environmental and Power Requirements Figure 2–1 shows the clearance area necessary for service access. Figure 2–1 Cabinet Service Area (39 in.) Front Rear (39 in.) (39 in.) (39 in.) PK-0631-96 Configuration and Installation Guide...

  • Page 41: Cabinet Environmental Specifications

    Table 2–1 lists the environmental requirements. Table 2–2 lists the power requirements. Table 2–1 Cabinet Environmental Specifications Specification Measurement Operating temperature 10–35°C (50–95°F) Relative humidity ( noncondensing) 20–90% Maximum operating altitude 3050 m (10,000 ft) Minimum operating clearance Front 60 cm (24 in.) Rear 60 cm (24 in.) Table 2–2 Cabinet Power Requirements...

  • Page 42: Unpack And Check Cabinet

    Unpack and Check Cabinet Check to ensure that all system equipment is at the installation site. Then, unpack the equipment. Figure 2–2 Cabinet System Inventory Check Equipment Against Shipping List Incomplete or Contact Carrier Damaged Shipment Missing or Contact Enter in LARS Report Incorrect Unit Manager Notify Customer...
  • Page 43 If you find a damaged container or package, notify the carrier. Compare items listed on the Product Delivery Document with the packing slip contained in a plastic envelope on the shipping box. Items should be compared throughout the installation procedure as boxes are unpacked and cabinets opened. It is important to record information on damaged or opened containers on the Labor Activity Reporting (LARS) form.

  • Page 44: Remove Cabinet From Pallet

    Remove Cabinet from Pallet Check the cabinet for external damage. Remove the four shipping brackets that attach the cabinet to the pallet. Insert the ramps on the front of the pallet and remove the cabinet. Figure 2–3 Removal from Pallet PK-0649-96 Configuration and Installation Guide...
  • Page 45 WARNING: At least two people are required to remove the cabinet from the pallet. WARNING: Serious injury may result if the cabinet is improperly handled or proper safety conditions are not met. 1. Check the cabinet sides, top, and front and rear doors for damage. Report any damage to the cabinet to the customer and your unit manager.

  • Page 46: Stabilize The Cabinet

    Stabilize the Cabinet The cabinet stabilizer bar is attached to the bottom of the cabinet. After removing the cabinet from the pallet, lower the cabinet leveler feet and then pull out the stabilizer bar. Figure 2–4 Using the Cabinet Stabilizer Bar PK-0625-96 Configuration and Installation Guide...

  • Page 47: Leveler Foot Adjustment

    1. Using an adjustable wrench or your hand, lower and adjust the leveler feet (see Figure 2–5). Once the cabinet is level, lock each of the leveler feet in place by tightening the locknut at the top of each foot. 2.

  • Page 48: Joining Two Cabinets

    Joining Two Cabinets First, position the two cabinets side by side. Then, remove the inner side panels from each cabinet. Finally, install the joiner kit hardware and attach the cabinets together. Figure 2–6 Side Panel Removal PK-0647-96 2-10 Configuration and Installation Guide...

  • Page 49: Installing The Joiner Hardware

    1. Position the cabinets side by side. 2. To remove a side panel, remove the two M5 screws at the bottom front and rear of the cabinet (see ). 3. Remove the side panel by lifting it up and away from the cabinet. The side panel rests on the hanger bracket located at the top of the cabinet (see 4.
  • Page 50 5. Install a black bracket at the upper front rail area in one cabinet (see 6. Install the top trim piece using two Phillips screws (see 7. Push the cabinets together. 8. Install a black bracket ( ) in the same area in the other cabinet. Attach the cabinets by bolting the brackets together.

  • Page 51: Chapter 3 Preparing The Pedestal

    Chapter 3 Preparing the Pedestal This section gives environmental requirements and unpacking guidelines for the pedestal. Sections include: • Pedestal Environmental and Power Requirements • Unpack and Check Pedestal Preparing the Pedestal...

  • Page 52: Pedestal Environmental And Power Requirements

    Pedestal Environmental and Power Requirements Figure 3–1 shows the clearance area necessary for service access. Figure 3–1 Pedestal Service Area 60 cm (2 ft) Front Rear 60 cm 60 cm (2 ft) (2 ft) 60 cm (2 ft) PK-0606-96 Configuration and Installation Guide...

  • Page 53: Pedestal Environmental Specifications

    Measurement Maximum current rating 12 A (North American) 10 A (Europe) Typical power consumption 720 watts (AlphaServer 4100 system) 550 watts (AlphaServer 4000 system) Operating voltage range 100–120/200–240 VAC Operating frequency range 50 Hz to 60 Hz AC power 100–120 V, 12 A, single phase (North America and Japan) 200–240 V, 10 A, single phase (Europe)

  • Page 54: Unpack And Check Pedestal

    Unpack and Check Pedestal Check to ensure that all system equipment is at the installation site. Then, unpack the equipment. Figure 3–2 Pedestal System Inventory Check Equipment Against Shipping List Incomplete or Contact Carrier Damaged Shipment Missing or Contact Enter in LARS Report Incorrect Unit Manager Notify Customer...
  • Page 55 If you find a damaged container or package, notify the carrier. Compare items listed on the Product Delivery Document with the packing slip contained in a plastic envelope on the shipping box. Items should be compared throughout the installation procedure as boxes are unpacked and cabinets opened. It is important to record information on damaged or opened containers on the Labor Activity Reporting (LARS) form.

  • Page 57: Chapter 4 Installing Components In Cabinet

    Chapter 4 Installing Components in Cabinet Some cabinet systems are shipped with factory-installed system drawers and StorageWorks shelves. However, both components may be ordered separately and slider rail kits are available when installing additional system drawers. This chapter provides guidelines for installing the system drawers and StorageWorks shelves in a cabinet.

  • Page 58: Installing Slider Rails

    4.1 Installing Slider Rails 4.1.1 Attach Slide Assemblies to Cabinet Rails Figure 4–1 Attaching Slide Assemblies LJ-05545.TI0 Configuration and Installation Guide...
  • Page 59 1. Loosen the three screws and nuts securing the rear slide bracket to the slide assemblies (see Figure 4–1). This allows the length of the slide assemblies to be adjusted between the front and rear mounting rails. 2. Locate the right slide assembly. 3.

  • Page 60: Mount Slide Tray On Slides

    4.1.2 Mount Slide Tray on Slides Figure 4–2 Mounting the Slide Tray LJ-05546.TI0 Configuration and Installation Guide...
  • Page 61 1. Fully extend the slides, then lift the slide tray and position it so that the inner races fit into the front end of the slides (see Figure 4–2). 2. Push the slide tray into the slides until it stops. Push in on the two locking levers if necessary and then push the slide tray into the cabinet.

  • Page 62: Installing The System Drawer

    4.2 Installing the System Drawer 4.2.1 Mount the System Drawer on Slide Tray Figure 4–3 Mounting System Drawer on Slide Tray LJ-05547.TI0 Configuration and Installation Guide...
  • Page 63 WARNING: Before mounting the system drawer on the slide tray, ensure that the cabinet stabilizer is in place. WARNING: The system drawer, fully configured, weighs 45 kg (100 lbs). Two people are required to install the system drawer in the cabinet. 1.

  • Page 64: Attach The Brackets

    4.2.2 Attach the Brackets Figure 4–4 Attaching the Brackets LJ-05548.TI0 Configuration and Installation Guide...
  • Page 65 1. Remove the top screw on the left and right side of the system drawer control panel assembly (see Figure 4–4). Save the screws for later use. 2. Align the two holes at the bottom of the left catch bracket with the two holes in the left front edge of the slide tray.

  • Page 66: Install Cable Management Bracket

    4.2.3 Install Cable Management Bracket Figure 4–5 Installing Cable Management Bracket LJ-05549.TI0 4-10 Configuration and Installation Guide...
  • Page 67 1. At the rear of the cabinet, locate the bracket installation holes shown in Figure 4–5. 2. Install a U-nut over each hole. The thread of the U-nuts should face toward the inside of the cabinet. 3. Secure the cable management bracket to the rear rails by installing two truss- head screws on each rear rail.

  • Page 68: Install Interlock Actuator Assembly

    4.2.4 Install Interlock Actuator Assembly Figure 4–6 Installing the Interlock Actuator LJ-05550.TI0 1. Mount the interlock actuator on the left rear of the slide tray using two kepnuts (see Figure 4–6). 2. Remove the screws securing the bottom mounting bracket (see Figure 4–7).

  • Page 69: Installing Stabilizing Bracket And Latch

    Figure 4–7 Installing Stabilizing Bracket and Latch LJ-05551.TI0 Installing Components in Cabinet 4-13...

  • Page 70: Route The Power Cables

    4.2.5 Route the Power Cables Figure 4–8 Routing Power Cables LJ-05553.TI0 4-14 Configuration and Installation Guide...
  • Page 71 1. If necessary, remove the old power cables from the system. You must use the power cables shipped with the slider shelf assembly. 2. Fully extend the slide tray from the cabinet (see Figure 4–8). 3. Connect one end of the power cable(s) to the AC input receptacle(s) on the front of the system drawer.

  • Page 72: Installing A Storageworks Shelf

    4.3 Installing a StorageWorks Shelf The number of StorageWorks shelves you can install depends on the number of system drawers in the cabinet. For example, there is space for eight StorageWorks shelves in a cabinet with one system drawer. See Figure 4–9. Figure 4–9 Sample Cabinet Configuration Rear Front...

  • Page 73: Installing Shelf Mounting Rails In H910A Cabinet

    1. In the H910A cabinet, install the StorageWorks shelf mounting rails as shown in Figure 4–10. 2. Attach the U-nuts to the appropriate mounting holes. 3. Attach the mounting rail using two screws inserted into the two U-nut mounting holes. 4.

  • Page 75: Chapter 5 Installing Storageworks Shelves In Pedestal

    Chapter 5 Installing StorageWorks Shelves in Pedestal Up to three StorageWorks shelves can be installed in the pedestal. • Install the StorageWorks Shelf Installing StorageWorks Shelves in Pedestal...

  • Page 76: Install The Storageworks Shelf

    5.1 Install the StorageWorks Shelf You can install a maximum of three StorageWorks shelves in a pedestal. There is space for two shelves in the front of the pedestal and one in the rear. Figure 5–1 Installing a StorageWorks Shelf PK-0658-96 Configuration and Installation Guide...

  • Page 77: Pedestal

    1. Remove the top cover from the pedestal. 2. Slide the StorageWorks shelf into the pedestal base (see Figure 5–1). The pedestal base contains three sets of support rails for the StorageWorks shelves. 3. Attach the shelf with the hardware included with the option. 4.

  • Page 79: Chapter 6 Making Connections

    Chapter 6 Making Connections This chapter describes how to connect system components and devices. Sections include: • Connecting a Serial Terminal • Connecting a Graphics Monitor • Connecting the Remote Console Monitor • Connecting the Ethernet Cable • Connecting a StorageWorks Shelf This section shows a standard serial terminal.

  • Page 80: Connecting A Serial Terminal

    6.1 Connecting a Serial Terminal Figure 6–1 shows the cabinet and a serial terminal. Connect the terminal to the COM1 port at the rear of the system drawer as shown in Figure 6–2. Keyboard, mouse, and printer ports are located near the console terminal port. Figure 6–1 Cabinet and Console Terminal PK-0655-96 Configuration and Installation Guide...

  • Page 81: Com1, Serial Terminal Port

    1. Unpack the serial terminal, if required. Locate the console terminal signal cable. 2. Connect one end of the cable to the COM1 port located at the rear of the system drawer (see Figure 6–2). Connect the other end of the cable to the console terminal, which connects to a 25-pin connector.

  • Page 82: Connecting A Graphics Monitor

    6.2 Connecting a Graphics Monitor Figure 6–3 shows the ports used to connect a graphics monitor. You connect the graphics monitor to the VGA module in the PCI card cage. Keyboard, mouse, and printer ports are located at the rear of the system drawer. Figure 6–3 Graphics Monitor Ports Graphics Monitor Connector...
  • Page 83 1. Unpack the graphics monitor, if required. Locate the signal cable. 2. Connect one end of the cable to the VGA port in the PCI card cage. Connect the other end of the cable to the graphics monitor, which connects to a 25-pin connector.

  • Page 84: Connecting The Remote Console Monitor

    6.3 Connecting the Remote Console Monitor Figure 6–4 shows the connections you make to enable the remote console monitor (RCM) in a pedestal system. The external 12V power supply is not required in cabinet systems. See the System Drawer User’s Guide for instructions on how to operate the RCM.
  • Page 85 1. Connect the external power supply cable to the 12V power port (pedestal systems only). Connect the other end to a wall outlet (see Figure 6–4). 2. Connect the modem cable to the modem port. Connect the modem to a phone jack.

  • Page 86: Connecting The Ethernet Cable

    6.4 Connecting the Ethernet Cable If the system includes an Ethernet port, connect the Ethernet cable to the I/O bulkhead and to the Ethernet transceiver. You can connect ThinWire, AUI, or twisted-pair Ethernet cables. Figure 6–5 Ethernet Port ThinWire Twisted Pair PK-0660-96 Configuration and Installation Guide...
  • Page 87 1. Connect the transceiver cable to the Ethernet port on the I/O bulkhead (see Figure 6–5). 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the Ethernet transceiver. See the appropriate Ethernet transceiver manual for more information. Making Connections...

  • Page 88: Connecting A Storageworks Shelf

    6.5 Connecting a StorageWorks Shelf When installing an additional StorageWorks shelf, connect the power cable to an AC power strip; connect the signal cable to the SCSI controller at the I/O bulkhead. See Chapter 1 for cabinet and pedestal configuration guidelines. Figure 6–6 SCSI Port PK-0659-96 6-10...
  • Page 89 1. Connect the StorageWorks power cable to an AC power strip. 2. Connect the StorageWorks signal cable to the I/O bulkhead at the rear of the system. Making Connections 6-11...

  • Page 91: Chapter 7 System Power-Up And Verification

    Chapter 7 System Power-Up and Verification This chapter provides an overview of the power-up procedure, LED checks, and booting. Sections include: • Verification Overview • Turn On Power • Check Power-Up Test Results • If Power-Up Fails – Check Control Panel Message –...

  • Page 92: Verification Overview

    7.1 Verification Overview Use the following procedure to verify the system after installation. Figure 7–1 Verification Procedure Power Up System. Check Test Results. Verify SCSI Devices. Perform PreBoot Tasks Boot Operating System PK-0653-96 Configuration and Installation Guide...
  • Page 93 When the system powers up, tests run. Verify that all tests have passed by checking the results in the test display. Enter the show device command and then check the output against the physical SBBs (storage building blocks). Perform preboot tasks such as setting environment variables and running ECU (EISA Configuration Utility), RCU (RAID Configuration Utility), and LFU (Loadable Firmware Update).

  • Page 94: Turn On Power

    7.2 Turn On Power Check all power cable connections. Check that the AC power controller circuit breakers are On. Press in the Halt button on the system drawer control panel to force halting at the SRM console prompt. Then, press the Power button. See Figure 7–2.
  • Page 95 1. Press in the control panel Halt button to force the SRM console (this will override the SRM console os_type environment variable setting). The Halt button LED lights when pressed in. 2. Press the Power button to power up the system. The Power button LED lights when pressed in.

  • Page 96: Check Power-Up Test Results

    7.3 Check Power-Up Test Results After powering up the system, testing begins and status messages display on the console terminal and on the control panel display. Check the test results on the console terminal. Example 7–1 shows a sample display of test results. Example 7–1 Test Results SROM V2.0 on cpu0 #This section displays...
  • Page 97 System temperature is 24 degrees C AlphaServer 4100 Console V2.0-1, 24-JUL-1996 10:47:18 P00>>> NOTE: If the console and the system are configured in graphics mode (SRM console environment variable (EV) is set to graphics), test information covered by callouts through will not display.

  • Page 98: If Power-Up Fails

    7.4 If Power-Up Fails 7.4.1 Check Control Panel Message If the console prompt does not appear after test results, check the control panel message. Figure 7–3 shows the four display fields. Table 7–1 lists the description of each field. Figure 7–3 Control Panel Display P0 TEST 11 CPU00 PK-0706E-96 The control panel has a LED display (to control brightness, adjust the potentiometer...

  • Page 99: Control Panel Display Fields

    Table 7–1 Control Panel Display Field Content Display Meaning CPU number P0–P3 CPU reporting status Status TEST Tests are executing FAIL Failure has been detected MCHK Machine check has occurred INTR Error interrupt has occurred Test number (for DIGITAL use only) Suspected device CPU0–3 CPU module number...

  • Page 100: Check Module Leds

    Table 7–2 lists LED status following a successful power-up. You can see all module LEDs from the rear of the system drawer. For more information on troubleshooting procedures, see the AlphaServer 4000/4100 Service Manual. Figure 7–4 Module LEDs Bridge Module LEDs (IOD 0 & 1)

  • Page 101: Module Leds On Power-Up

    Table 7–2 Module LEDs on Power-Up Power-Up State Description CPU Module DC OK DC power is OK. SROM Oscillator SROM loaded into processor. CPU Self-Test Pass Processor chip passed SROM tests. REGULATOR_OK Regulator is working. Base Bridge Module IOD0 Self-Test Pass Bridge module passed SROM tests.

  • Page 102: Check Cabinet Power And Fan Leds

    A power LED and a fan LED are located on the fan tray front panel. Figure 7–5 shows the panel LEDs. See the AlphaServer 4000/4100 Service Manual for troubleshooting information on the cabinet fan tray.

  • Page 103: Cabinet Power And Fan Leds

    Table 7–3 Cabinet Power and Fan LEDs Power-Up State Description Power Fan tray power is okay. Fan tray power supply is broken, or there is an AC power problem. Fans are okay. Blinking Replace malfunctioning fan. System Power-Up and Verification 7-13...

  • Page 104: Show Commands For Installation

    7.5 Show Commands for Installation Use show commands to obtain information on the system configuration and power status. Example 7–2 Show Configuration P00>>> show config Digital Equipment Corporation AlphaServer 4100 Console V2.0-1 OpenVMS PALcode V1.18-8, Digital UNIX PALcode V1.21-12 Module...
  • Page 105 Example 7–3 Show Power P00>>> show power Status Power Supply 0 good Power Supply 1 not present Power Supply 2 good System Fans good CPU Fans good Temperature good The system was last reset via a system software reset 0 Environmental events are logged in nvram P00>>>...

  • Page 106: Preboot Tasks

    7.6 Preboot Tasks 7.6.1 Setting Environment Variables If you are running DIGITAL UNIX or OpenVMS, you may want to check the settings for several environment variables (EVs) to see if they match your configuration. For example, the os_type for DIGITAL UNIX and OpenVMS should be set to unix/vms.
  • Page 107 Enter the show envar command to display EV settings. The commands set os_type openvms or set os_type unix selects the corre- sponding operating system (OpenVMS or UNIX) and the corresponding SRM console. The command set os_type nt selects the AlphaBIOS console and Windows NT becomes the default operating system.

  • Page 108: Running Ecu

    7.6.2 Running ECU The EISA Configuration Utility (ECU) is used to configure EISA options on AlphaServer systems. At the SRM console prompt, enter alphabios to bring up the AlphaBIOS console (you must run ECU in AlphaBIOS console mode). Example 7–5 shows the AlphaBIOS Setup display when run from a serial terminal.
  • Page 109 The AlphaBIOS console can be run over the serial line on a system not having a keyboard plugged into it. All systems are shipped with a graphics card, a keyboard, and a mouse; however, a graphics monitor is required only on a system that will be running Windows NT.

  • Page 110: Running Utility Programs

    7.6.3 Running Utility Programs Maintenance programs such as RAID and EISA configuration utilities are run from the AlphaBIOS Utility menu. At the SRM console prompt, enter alphabios to bring up the AlphaBIOS console (you must run these utility programs in AlphaBIOS console mode).
  • Page 111 1. At the Setup screen, select Utilities. Press Enter. 2. At the Utilities screen, select Run Maintenance Program. Press Enter. 3. In the Run Maintenance Program dialog box, type swxcrmgr.exe in the Program Name field. 4. Press Enter to execute the program. System Power-Up and Verification 7-21...

  • Page 112: Updating Firmware

    7.6.4 Updating Firmware The Loadable Firmware Utility (LFU) is used to update firmware on any module in the system. Example 7–7 shows a sample LFU session; the firmware load device is the local CD-ROM drive. Example 7–7 Running LFU P00>>> lfu ***** Loadable Firmware Update Utility ***** Select firmware load device (cda0, dva0, ewa0), or Press <return>...
  • Page 113 WARNING: updates may take several minutes to complete for each device. Confirm update on: AlphaBIOS [Y/(N)] y DO NOT ABORT! AlphaBIOS Updating to V6.40-1... Verifying V6.40-1... PASSED. Confirm update on: srmflash [Y/(N)] y DO NOT ABORT! srmflash Updating to V2.0-3... Verifying V2.0-3...

  • Page 114: Booting Openvms Or Digital Unix

    7.7 Booting OpenVMS or DIGITAL UNIX To boot OpenVMS or DIGITAL UNIX® from the SRM console, use the boot command. Example 7–8 Booting OpenVMS or DIGITAL UNIX P00>>> show device polling ncr0 (NCR 53C810) slot 1, bus 0 PCI, hose 1 SCSI Bus ID 7 dka500.5.0.1.1 DKa500...
  • Page 115 SCSI drive. DECevent Service Tool AlphaServer 4000/4100 systems installed and/or supported by Digital Equipment Corporation are required to have all appropriate service tools installed and verified as part of the installation process. DECevent, a proprietary software tool, provides critical error event translation for AlphaServer systems running OpenVMS or DIGITAL UNIX.

  • Page 116: Booting Windows Nt

    7.8 Booting Windows NT To boot Windows NT from the AlphaBIOS console, select the correct version of the operating system from the AlphaBIOS boot screen and press F2 to enter setup. Figure 7–6 Booting Windows NT AlphaBIOS 5.29 Please select the operating system to start: Windows NT Server 3.51 to move the highlight to your choice.
  • Page 117 AlphaBIOS boots Window NT in two stages. The first stage involves reading an OS Loader program from a disk. The name of the OS Loader program is OSLOADER.EXE. Once the OS Loader program executes, it uses the services provided by AlphaBIOS to load the operating system. After the operating system is loaded, the OS Loader starts execution of the operating system.

  • Page 119: Appendix A Cabinet To Pedestal System Drawer Conversion

    Appendix A Cabinet to Pedestal System Drawer Conversion This appendix explains how to convert the system drawer from a cabinet unit to a pedestal unit. Sections include: • Mount the System Drawer • Remove the Control Panel • Cabling • Install the Control Panel Cabinet to Pedestal System Drawer Conversion...

  • Page 120: Mount The System Drawer

    A.1 Mount the System Drawer WARNING: The system drawer, fully configured, weighs 45 kg (100 lbs). Two people are required to mount the system drawer on the pedestal base. 1. Mount the system drawer on the pedestal base by securing it with four screws (see Figure A–1).

  • Page 121: Remove The Control Panel

    A.2 Remove the Control Panel 1. Remove the cover over the power supplies (2 screws). See Figure A–2. You will reuse this to cover the new control panel tray after installation. Figure A–2 Removing the Cover PK-0693-97 2. At the bottom of the system drawer, remove the four screws that secure the control panel tray to the drawer (see Figure A–3).

  • Page 122: Removing The Control Panel

    Figure A–3 Removing the Control Panel PK-0689A-97 5. Open the conversion kit and locate the OCP housing (70-31990-01). Slide the OCP housing onto the system drawer. 6. Install a blank panel (70-31989-02) in the space left by the control panel removal.

  • Page 123: Cabling

    A.3 Cabling 1. Locate the cable bulkhead (70-32020-01). Refer to Figure A–4 when making the cable connections. 2. Pull back the interlock cable to the bulkhead and connect it to the reset/interlock/power harness (17-04305-01). See 3. Carefully pull back the white cable to the bulkhead and connect it to the reset/interlock/power harness.
  • Page 124 Figure A–4 Cabling IP-BA30A-06-A Configuration and Installation Guide...
  • Page 125 Figure A-4 Cabling (Continued) IP-BA30A-06-B Cabinet to Pedestal System Drawer Conversion...

  • Page 126: Install The Control Panel

    A.4 Install the Control Panel 1. Mount the control panel onto the left side of the OCP housing. 2. Install a blank panel on the right side of the OCP housing. 3. Connect the reset/interlock/power harness connectors to the control panel. See in Figure A–4.

  • Page 127: Appendix B Using H9A10-Ec Cabinets

    Appendix B Using H9A10-EC Cabinets The H9A10-EC (metric) cabinet is available. Sections include: • H9A10-EC Cabinet Mounting Rails • Installing Support Rails in H9A10-EC Cabinet • StorageWorks Shelves in H9A10-EC Cabinet • Installing StorageWorks Mounting Rails • H9A10-EC Cabinet Power Strips Using H9A10-EC Cabinets...

  • Page 128: H9A10-Ec Cabinet Mounting Rails

    B.1 H9A10-EC Cabinet Mounting Rails The H9A10-EC (metric) cabinet has a total of 62 mounting holes (units). Table B–1 lists the mounting holes used for a cabinet containing one to four system drawers. Table B–2 lists the configuration guidelines for installing two system drawers in a cabinet.

  • Page 129: H9A10-Ec System Drawer Mounting Holes

    According to how many system drawers you install, mark off the mounting holes listed in Table B–1. Only the topmost mounting holes are listed. Table B–1 H9A10-EC System Drawer Mounting Holes One System Two System Three System Four System Drawer Drawers Drawers Drawers...

  • Page 130: Installing Support Rails In H9A10-Ec Cabinet

    B.2 Installing Support Rails in H9A10-EC Cabinet First, install the system drawer support rails. The rails have an interlock mechanism that holds the system drawer in place. Figure B–2 shows how to install the rails in the H9A10-EC (metric) cabinet. Figure B–2 Installing Support Rails in the H9A10-EC Cabinet U-Nut Locations...
  • Page 131 1. Locate the proper mounting holes (cabinet front and rear) and insert the U-nuts over the holes. Note that there are two types of support rails; one support rail has two snap latches and the other has none. The support rails with snap latches must be installed on the right side of the cabinet when viewed from the cabinet front.

  • Page 132: Storageworks Shelves In H9A10-Ec Cabinet

    B.3 StorageWorks Shelves in H9A10-EC Cabinet The maximum number of StorageWorks shelves is eight in a one-system drawer H9A10-EC cabinet. The maximum number of StorageWorks shelves is six in a two-system drawer cabinet. See Figure B–3 and Figure B–4. These figures also show the proper mounting holes in the cabinet rails.

  • Page 133: H9A10-Ec Cabinet: Shelves With Two Drawers

    Figure B–4 H9A10-EC Cabinet: Shelves with Two Drawers (57) (57) (56) (56) Front Rear (55) (55) (54) (54) (49) (49) (48) (48) (47) (47) (46) (46) (41) (41) (40) (40) System Drawer 2 (39) (39) (38) (38) System Drawer 1 PK-0641-96 Using H9A10-EC Cabinets...

  • Page 134: Installing Storageworks Mounting Rails

    B.4 Installing StorageWorks Mounting Rails The number of StorageWorks shelves you can install depends on the number of system drawers in the cabinet. For example, there is space for six StorageWorks shelves in a cabinet with two system drawers. See Figure B–5. Figure B–5 Sample Cabinet Configuration Third Shelf Fourth Shelf...

  • Page 135: Installing Shelf Mounting Rails In H9A10-Ec Cabinet

    1. In the H9A10-EC (metric) cabinet, install the StorageWorks shelf mounting rails as shown in Figure B–6. 2. Guide the rail flanges through the appropriate mounting holes. 3. Attach the mounting rail with the brackets and nuts, as shown. 4. Install the StorageWorks shelf by sliding it onto the mounting rails. 5.

  • Page 136: H9A10-Ec Cabinet Power Strips

    B.5 H9A10-EC Cabinet Power Strips Figure B–7 shows a sample cabinet power configuration with two system drawers and four StorageWorks shelves. Each system drawer has three power supplies. Each StorageWorks shelf is equipped with a redundant power supply. Three AC power strips are used in this configuration. Figure B–7 Sample Cabinet Power Configuration StorageWorks StorageWorks...

  • Page 137: Three Ac Power Strips

    AC power strips connect to an AC input box outlet. The AC input box has a two- pole main circuit breaker. Each AC power strip has a single-pole thermal circuit breaker and six outlets for system drawers, StorageWorks shelves, and fan tray. A maximum of three AC power strips can be used in the cabinet;...

  • Page 139: Index

    DECevent service tool, 7-25 cabinet configuration rules, 1-13 AC power controllers, 1-12 AC power strips ECU, running, 7-18 pedestal configuration rules, 1-15 Environment variables, 7-16 AlphaServer 4000 system drawer components, 1-17 H9A10 cabinet installing StorageWorks shelves, Booting 4-17 DIGITAL UNIX, 7-24...
  • Page 140 Module LEDs, 7-10 Server control module, 1-21, 1-26 Show commands, 7-14 System drawer Pedestal control panel, 1-17 AC power strips, 1-15 conversion, A-1 configuration rules, 1-9 Model 4000 system motherboard, environmental specifications, 3-3 installing StorageWorks shelves, 1-19 Model 4100 system motherboard, 1-25 power requirements, 3-3 module LEDs, 7-10...

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