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VAX 6000 XMI Conversion Manual
Order Number EK–650EB–UP–002
This manual details the procedure for the full power
and packaging upgrade from a VAX 6000 Model 200,
300, or 400 system with an XMI-1 card cage to a
system with an XMI-2 card cage.
digital equipment corporation
maynard, massachusetts

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  • Page 1 This manual details the procedure for the full power and packaging upgrade from a VAX 6000 Model 200, 300, or 400 system with an XMI-1 card cage to a system with an XMI-2 card cage. 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

    Contents Preface Chapter 1 Specifications and Preparation Upgrade Kit Overview ......1–2 Battery Backup Kit Specifications .
  • Page 4 2.8.3 Install the H7206-B Power and Logic Unit ... . 2–34 2.8.4 Apply Power to Check Conversion ....2–36 Chapter 3 Wrap-Up and Troubleshooting Insert XMI Modules .
  • Page 5 Figures 1–1 Overview of Full Upgrade ......1–2 1–2 Battery Backup Installation ......1–4 1–3 System Space Requirements .
  • Page 6 Tables VAX 6000 Series Documentation ..... . viii VAX 6000 Model Level Documentation ....Associated Documents .

  • Page 7: Preface

    Preface Intended Audience This manual is written for the Digital customer service engineer who is upgrading a VAX 6000 Model 200, 300, or 400 system with a +5V XMI-1 card cage to a +3.3V XMI-2 card cage. Document Structure This manual uses a structured documentation design. There are many topics, organized into small sections for efficient reference.

  • Page 8: Vax 6000 Series Documentation

    Conventions Used in This Document The icons shown below are used in illustrations for designating part placement in VAX 6000 systems. A shaded area in the icon shows the location of the component or part being discussed. FRONT REAR VAX 6000 Series Documents There are two sets of documentation: manuals that apply to all VAX 6000 series systems and manuals that are specific to one VAX 6000 model.

  • Page 9: Vax 6000 Model Level Documentation

    Table 1 (Cont.): VAX 6000 Series Documentation Title Order Number Service and Installation VAX 6000 Platform Service Manual EK–600EA–MG Options and Upgrades VAX 6000: XMI Conversion Manual EK–650EB–UP VAX 6000: Installing MS65A Memories EK–MS65A–UP EK–60BBA–IN VAX 6000: Installing the H7236-A Battery Backup Option VAX 6000: Installing the FV64A Vector Option EK–60VEA–IN EK–60BIA–IN...
  • Page 10 Table 3: Associated Documents Title Order Number System Hardware Options VAXBI Expander Cabinet Installation Guide EK–VBIEA–IN VAXBI Options Handbook EB–32255–46 System I/O Options EK–CIBCA–UG CIBCA User Guide CIXCD Interface User Guide EK–CIXCD–UG EK–DEBNI–IN DEC LANcontroller 200 Installation Guide DEC LANcontroller 400 Installation Guide EK–DEMNA–IN EK–DIS1K–IN InfoServer 100 Installation and Owners Guide...
  • Page 11 Table 3 (Cont.): Associated Documents Title Order Number Peripherals HSC Installation Manual EK–HSCMN–IN H4000 DIGITAL Ethernet Transceiver Installation Manual EK–H4000–IN EK–VT320–UG Installing and Using the VT320 Video Terminal RV20 Optical Disk Owner’s Manual EK–ORV20–OM EK–SC008–UG SC008 Star Coupler User’s Guide TA78 Magnetic Tape Drive User’s Guide EK–OTA78–UG TA90 Magnetic Tape Subsystem Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 12: Chapter 1 Specifications And Preparation

    Specifications and Preparation This chapter describes the preliminary steps to be performed in upgrading a VAX 6000 XMI-1 platform to an XMI-2 platform. This upgrade converts an older Model 200, 300, or 400 system to a Model 500. If the Model 500 does not need more than four processors, more than 12 XMI slots, or require battery backup, a simpler upgrade is possible as described in the VAX 6000: Installing Model 500 Processors manual.

  • Page 13: Upgrade Kit Overview

    1.1 Upgrade Kit Overview Upgrade order number H9657–CU takes a VAX 6000 Model 200, 300, or 400 system with an XMI-1 power system and upgrades it to a VAX 6000 Model 500 with an XMI-2 power system. The upgrade adds +3.3 volt power, an XMI-2 backplane preassembled with bus bars and cables, and an H7206-B power and logic unit.

  • Page 14: Components To Be Replaced

    Table 1–1 lists the components you will remove. See Table 1–4 for the listing of components in the upgrade kit. See Chapter 2 for the full upgrade procedures. NOTE: Before you start, make sure you have enough ESD boxes for all processor, DWMBA, and memory modules from the system you are upgrading.

  • Page 15: Battery Backup Kit Specifications

    1.2 Battery Backup Kit Specifications If the VAX 6000 system that you are upgrading has or requires battery backup, you must install the battery backup option kit order number H7236-A. Figure 1–2: Battery Backup Installation REAR REPLACE THE H405 AC POWER CONTROLLER, IF NECESSARY INSTALL BATTERY BACKUP UNIT...

  • Page 16: Battery Backup Kit H7236-A

    See VAX 6000: Installing the H7236-A Battery Backup Option, which ships with the battery backup unit (BBU), for a description of the BBU installation procedures. Table 1–2 lists the major components in the BBU kit. Table 1–2: Battery Backup Kit H7236-A Part Number Description 30-31264-01...

  • Page 17: Save Eeprom Contents To Tk Tape

    1.3 Save EEPROM Contents to TK Tape Begin preparation for the upgrade by saving the EEPROM contents to a TK tape. With a blank cartridge in the tape drive, use the SAVE EEPROM command to copy the contents of the boot processor’s EEPROM to tape. Example 1–1: SAVE EEPROM Command A blank TK tape is in the tape drive.
  • Page 18 Example 1–1 shows the steps to save the EEPROM contents: Put a blank TK cartridge in the tape drive. Put the control panel’s upper key switch in the Enable position and the lower key switch in the Halt position, and then press the Restart button to generate self-test results.

  • Page 19: Record System Parameters

    1.4 Record System Parameters Save a printout of the system parameters, which you’ll want to restore after the power conversion and installation of the KA65A modules. Example 1–2: Show All System Parameters >>> SHOW ALL Type ! Lists all system parameters, KA64A (8082) 0006...
  • Page 20 To direct the console terminal output to a printer, use the Print Screen key (the second key at the top left of the keyboard) on the VT320 terminal, or you can select from four printing modes. See Installing and Using the VT320 Video Terminal.

  • Page 21: Prepare Area, Kits, And Tools

    1.5 Prepare Area, Kits, and Tools Set up a work space near the system where you can store components, upgrade kits, and modules while you work on the system upgrade. Prepare the system for shutdown. Figure 1–3: System Space Requirements H9657-CU UPGRADE KIT 68.8 CM (27.5 IN)

  • Page 22: Tools And Supplies Required

    1. Prepare an area near the system where you can place system components during the upgrade. 2. Perform an orderly shutdown of the system. 3. Turn the upper key switch on the front control panel to the Off (0) position. 4.

  • Page 23: Unpacking Checklist

    1.6 Unpacking Checklist Carefully unpack the full power and packaging upgrade kit (H9657-CU). Check the contents against Table 1–4. If any components are missing, note items on the bill of lading and do not start installation until you receive all components. Table 1–4: H9657-CU Platform Upgrade Components Part Number Description...

  • Page 24: Chapter 2 Xmi-1 To Xmi-2 Conversion

    Chapter 2 XMI-1 to XMI-2 Conversion This chapter describes how to upgrade a VAX 6000 XMI-1 platform to a VAX 6000 XMI-2 platform. Sections include: • Full Upgrade Procedure Overview • Step 1, Remove the XMI-1 Card Cage Prepare for Removal Remove the XMI-1 Card Cage from the Cabinet •...

  • Page 25: Full Upgrade Procedure Overview

    2.1 Full Upgrade Procedure Overview Figure 2–1 shows the order of the upgrade procedure. Detailed instructions follow. Figure 2–1: Upgrade Overview REAR REMOVE THE REMOVE THE INSTALL THE INSTALL THE XMI CARD CAGE H7214(s) POWER H7242 POWER 3.3 VOLT REGULATOR(s) REGULATOR XMI CARD CAGE REPLACE THE...
  • Page 26 Figure 2–1 shows the optimal order for the full upgrade. The steps include: The XMI-1 card cage must be removed first. This step requires two people to guide the unit from the front and the back at the same time. The daughter card from the XMI-1 card cage will be used on the XMI-2 card cage.

  • Page 27: Step 1, Remove The Xmi-1 Card Cage

    2.2 Step 1, Remove the XMI-1 Card Cage The XMI-1 card cage is removed from the front of the cabinet after you disconnect cables from the backplane. 2.2.1 Prepare for Removal Prepare the system for shutdown. Set up a work space nearby where you can store the modules and work on the XMI-1 card cage.
  • Page 28 1. Perform an orderly shutdown of the system. 2. Turn the upper key switch on the front control panel to the Off position. 3. Pull the circuit breaker on the AC power controller to the Off position. The AC power controller is at the bottom rear of the cabinet. 4.

  • Page 29: Xmi-1 Backplane Diagram

    Figure 2–3: XMI-1 Backplane Diagram BLACK REMOVE THE XMI CARD CAGE ORANGE BROWN BLACK msb-0704C-91 Figure 2–4: Power Control/Status Cable H7215 (10 PIN) H7214 (12 PIN) H7206-A H7214 (12 PIN) INTERLOCK (2 PIN) TO H7215 msb-0449A-91 2–6 VAX 6000 XMI Conversion Manual...
  • Page 30 13. Disconnect the cable (17-01568-02) to the XTC power sequencer from J1 at the lower left corner of the card cage. See in Figure 2–3. 14. Disconnect four wires from the bus bars that go to the system control assembly: +5V (red); +12V (orange); and two ground connections (brown and black).

  • Page 31: Remove The Xmi-1 Card Cage From The Cabinet

    2.2.2 Remove the XMI-1 Card Cage from the Cabinet Remove all modules from the cage and set them aside, and then remove the cage from the cabinet. Figure 2–5: XMI-1 Card Cage REMOVE THE XMI CARD CAGE msb-0705B-91 2–8 VAX 6000 XMI Conversion Manual...
  • Page 32 1. Open the front cabinet door. 2. Remove the clear plastic door in front of the XMI-1 cage. CAUTION: You must wear an antistatic wrist strap attached to the cabinet when you handle any modules. See Appendix A for processor module handling instructions.

  • Page 33: Step 2, Remove The H7214 Power Regulator(S)

    2.3 Step 2, Remove the H7214 Power Regulator(s) You will remove the H7214 power regulator in position 3. Remove the H7214 power regulator in position 2 if it is at revision A or B; otherwise, do not remove. Figure 2–6: Remove the H7214 Power Regulator(s) POSITIONS REMOVE THE H7214(s) POWER...
  • Page 34 OVERVIEW There are five power regulators. Working from the rear of the cabinet, imagine the regulators numbered 1 to 5, from left to right, as shown in Figure 2–6. Check the revision level of the H7214 power regulator in position 2. The three-segment oblong bar-coded label has the revision level information on the middle segment.

  • Page 35: Replace The H7214 In Position 2, If Necessary

    2.3.1 Replace the H7214 in Position 2, if Necessary Check the revision level of the power regulator in position 2. If the revision level is A or B, you must replace it with an H7214 power regulator of revision C or above. Figure 2–7: Replace the H7214 in Position 2 1 2 3 4 5 POSITIONS...

  • Page 36: Bulk Power Cable To Power Regulators

    1. At the rear of the cabinet, check the revision level of the H7214 power regulator in position 2. The three-segment oblong bar-coded label has the revision level information on the middle segment. If this power regulator is at level C or above, you do not need to remove it. If this regulator is at revision level A or B, remove it and replace it with a new H7214.

  • Page 37: Remove The H7214 In Position 3

    2.3.2 Remove the H7214 in Position 3 You must remove the H7214 power regulator located in position 3. You will install a new H7242 power regulator in Step 3, described in Section 2.4. Figure 2–9: Remove the H7214 in Position 3 POSITIONS REMOVE THE H7214(s) POWER...
  • Page 38 Remove the H7214 power regulator in position 3 (see Figure 2–9) and replace it with an H7242 in Step 3, described in Section 2.4. 5. At the front of the cabinet, disconnect the +300V bulk power cord (17-01446-01) by pinching the locking tabs on the connector and pulling the connector free.

  • Page 39: Step 3, Install The H7242 Power Regulator

    2.4 Step 3, Install the H7242 Power Regulator Install the +3.3V H7242 power regulator above the XMI in position 3. Figure 2–10: H7242 Power Regulator Installation POSITIONS INSTALL THE H7242 POWER REGULATOR msb-0384-90 2–16 VAX 6000 XMI Conversion Manual...
  • Page 40 1. Unpack the H7242 power regulator. Working from the rear of the cabinet, slide the unit into position 3 shown in Figure 2–10. Move to the front of the cabinet and guide the regulator into the tracks of the assembly, aligning the unit from underneath. 2.

  • Page 41: Step 4, Install The Xmi-2 Card Cage

    2.5 Step 4, Install the XMI-2 Card Cage Next install the new XMI-2 card cage (70-24902-02) into the area where the XMI-1 card cage had been. Attach all connections on the backplane and install the screws attaching the cage to the chassis. Figure 2–11: XMI Backplane and Daughter Card INSTALL THE 3.3 VOLT...

  • Page 42: Attach The Daughter Card And Install The Card Cage

    2.5.1 Attach the Daughter Card and Install the Card Cage Remove the daughter card from the XMI-1 card cage and attach it to the XMI-2 card cage. CAUTION: The daughter card is static sensitive. You must wear an antistatic wrist strap attached to the cabinet when you handle this module. 1.

  • Page 43: Attach Xmi-2 Card Cage Cables

    2.5.2 Attach XMI-2 Card Cage Cables Reconnect the remote sense wires, the power harnesses, and the power control/status cable to the new XMI-2 card cage. Figure 2–12: XMI-2 Card Cage INSTALL THE 3.3 VOLT XMI CARD CAGE msb-0386F-91 2–20 VAX 6000 XMI Conversion Manual...

  • Page 44: Xmi-2 Bus Bars

    5. Reattach the power connections. See in Figure 2–12. On the H7214 and H7242 regulators in positions 2 and 3, torque the screws to 27 (+/-5) inch-pounds. Replace the plastic covers that shield the power connections on the regulators. CAUTION: Use the 5/16 inch screws to attach the power connections. If you use the longer 7/16 inch screws, the power regulators may short out.

  • Page 45: Power Control/Status Cable

    Figure 2–14: Power Control/Status Cable H7215 (10 PIN) H7214 (12 PIN) H7206-B H7242 (12 PIN) INSTALL THE 3.3 VOLT XMI CARD CAGE INTERLOCK (2 PIN) TO H7215 msb-0449E-91 2–22 VAX 6000 XMI Conversion Manual...
  • Page 46 8. Feed the power control/status cable (17-01497-02) up through the slot in the sheet metal assembly and plug in to the regulators at the interlock and J2 (H7215), J1 (H7214), and J1 (H7242). See Figure 2–14. The dot on the connector should be up and to the right. 9.

  • Page 47: Complete Xmi-2 Cabling

    2.5.3 Complete XMI-2 Cabling Attach the 17-02521-01 cable, provided in the upgrade kit, to the XMI-2 card cage and H405. Attach all other cables connecting to the XMI card cage as shown in Figure 2–15. Figure 2–15: Complete XMI-2 Cabling INSTALL THE 3.3 VOLT XMI CARD CAGE...
  • Page 48 9. Attach the red and black leads of the 17-02521-01 +5V feed cable to the bus bars. This is a new cable provided in the upgrade kit. See Figure 2–15. CAUTION: Attach the black lead to ground and the red lead to the +5V bus bar.

  • Page 49: Step 5, Replace The Xtc Power Sequencer

    2.6 Step 5, Replace the XTC Power Sequencer Remove the XTC power sequencer module and install the new XTC. Figure 2–16: Replace the XTC Power Sequencer Module REPLACE THE XTC POWER SEQUENCER MODULE (UNDERNEATH) msb-0414-90 2–26 VAX 6000 XMI Conversion Manual...
  • Page 50 REMOVAL OF 54-17243-01 XTC 1. Disconnect the 17-01498-01 ribbon cable at J3 which is a 14-pin connector cable leading to the H7206 power and logic unit. See Figure 2–16. 2. Disconnect the 17-01567-01 ribbon cable at J5, which is a 10-pin connector cable leading to the console port.

  • Page 51: Step 6, Remove The H7231-N Battery Backup Unit

    2.7 Step 6, Remove the H7231-N Battery Backup Unit NOTE: If your system does not have a battery backup unit, go to Step 7. Remove the H7231-N battery backup unit using a flat screwdriver. The assembly has two screws and four cables. Figure 2–17: H7231-N Battery Backup Unit Removal REMOVE BATTERY J19 (NOT USED)
  • Page 52 WARNING: The H7231-N battery backup unit is heavy. Exercise caution when lifting or moving this unit. 1. At the front of the cabinet, use a 3/8 inch nutdriver to remove the two nuts that secure the battery backup unit in its mounting bracket. 2.

  • Page 53: Step 7, Replace The Power And Logic Unit

    2.8 Step 7, Replace the Power and Logic Unit Remove the H7206-A power and logic unit and replace it with the new H7206-B power and logic unit. Figure 2–18: H7206-A Power and Logic Unit Removal (Top View) INSTALL THE NEW H7206-B POWER AND LOGIC UNIT msb-0388-90...

  • Page 54: Remove The H7206-A Power And Logic Unit

    2.8.1 Remove the H7206-A Power and Logic Unit Remove the H7206-A power and logic unit, held in place by six screws. There are 11 cables. Mark the cables as you remove them to simplify reconnection. If you cannot disconnect some cables from the front of the machine, remove the plenum at the rear of the cabinet to access the connectors.

  • Page 55: Replace The Power And Logic Unit Mounting Plate

    2.8.2 Replace the Power and Logic Unit Mounting Plate Remove the old mounting plate. Attach the shielding spring clips to the new mounting plate and then install the mounting plate using the four screws saved when the old mounting plate was removed. Figure 2–19: Attaching BeCu Clips to New Mounting Plate INSTALL THE NEW H7206-B POWER...
  • Page 56 14. Remove and save the four #10 Phillips screws that secure the 74-34982 mounting plate. Tip the top of the mounting plate forward to remove it and set it aside to be discarded. 15. Attach one beryllium copper (BeCu) spring clip (12-28682-07) along the lower front edge of the new mounting plate (74-40932-01).

  • Page 57: Install The H7206-B Power And Logic Unit

    2.8.3 Install the H7206-B Power and Logic Unit Install the H7206-B power and logic unit using a flat screwdriver. The assembly is held in place by six screws. Figure 2–20: H7206-B Power and Logic Unit (Top View) INSTALL THE NEW H7206-B POWER AND LOGIC UNIT TOWARD FRONT...
  • Page 58 19. Slide the H7206-B into the cavity where the old unit was; make sure the locating tang on the front end of the unit engages the locating stud on the front shelf. Secure with the six screws that you saved. 20.

  • Page 59: Apply Power To Check Conversion

    2.8.4 Apply Power to Check Conversion If you wish to test the conversion to this point, without risking the new modules, you can use the old modules in the new card cage by using the H7242 inhibit cable. To do this, add the inhibit cable, insert the XMI-1 modules into the XMI-2 card cage, and apply power.
  • Page 60 33. Unplug the J1 (H7242) connector of the power control/status cable (17- 01497-02) from the +3.3V H7242 power regulator above the XMI. See Figure 2–21. 34. Attach one end of the H7242 inhibit cable (17-02522-01) to the 12-pin J1 (H7242) connector of the power control/status cable and the other end to the +3.3V H7242 power regulator.

  • Page 61: Chapter 3 Wrap-Up And Troubleshooting

    Chapter 3 Wrap-Up and Troubleshooting This chapter details the wrap-up and troubleshooting procedures for a VAX 6000 system that has been upgraded to an XMI-2 platform. Sections include: • Insert XMI Modules • Install DWMBB Adapters • Reattach Doors, Change System Number, and Attach Product Conversion Label •...

  • Page 62: Module Utilization Label

    3.1 Insert XMI Modules Carefully insert the new processor and memory modules into the XMI-2 card cage. See Appendix A for module handling instructions. If there is friction as you insert a module in the slot, check the alignment of the module and re-insert.
  • Page 63 The following steps describe the installation of two KA65A processor modules and four memory modules. CAUTION: You must wear an antistatic wrist strap attached to the cabinet when you handle any modules. 1. Take the first KA65A processor and insert it in slot 1; insert the second processor in the slot to the left.

  • Page 64: Vax 6000 Series Slot Numbers

    3.2 Install DWMBB Adapters After you have installed the processor and memory modules in the XMI-2, install the DWMBB adapters. Figure 3–2: VAX 6000 Series Slot Numbers VAXBI VAXBI XMI CARD CAGE CAGE 1 CAGE 2 FRONT 7 6 5 4 3 6 5 4 msb-0158-91 3–4 VAX 6000 XMI Conversion Manual...
  • Page 65 1. Insert the two DWMBB/A (T2018) modules in XMI slots D and E. 2. Insert the two DWMBB/B (T1043) modules in the rightmost slots of the VAXBI card cages (slots 1 in Figure 3–2). 3. Record the position of all modules on the VAXBI card cage module utilization label.

  • Page 66: Front Door (Inside View)

    3.3 Reattach Doors, Change System Number, and Attach Product Conversion Label Reattach front and rear cabinet doors. On the system cabinet front door, change the name plate to reflect the number of your system upgrade. Attach the product conversion label to the rear cabinet base. Figure 3–3: Front Door (Inside View) msb-0092-89 3–6 VAX 6000 XMI Conversion Manual...

  • Page 67: Product Conversion Label

    1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, reattach the ground strap to the front and rear cabinet doors and then reattach the doors to the system cabinet. 2. To change the VAX name plate, working from the inside of the front cabinet door, remove the retainer and push out the system numbers. Install the new number (74-39700-XX) for your upgraded system.

  • Page 68: Restore Power To System

    3.4 Restore Power to System Close cabinet doors and restore power systematically before turning the key switch to the Enable position. Figure 3–5: AC Power Controller Circuit Breaker REAR msb-0405-90 3–8 VAX 6000 XMI Conversion Manual...

  • Page 69: Power-Up Troubleshooting Flowchart

    1. Close the I/O bulkhead tray to cover the card cages. 2. Plug in the system power cord. 3. Push the circuit breaker on the AC power controller to the On position. The AC power controller is at the bottom rear of the cabinet. See Figure 3–5.

  • Page 70: H7206-B Diagnostic Leds

    3.5 H7206-B Diagnostic LEDs The H7206-B power and logic unit has one green and eight red LEDs in the upper righthand corner and a larger green LED in the lower lefthand corner. Figure 3–7: H7206-B Diagnostic LEDs LEDs FRONT GREEN RESET SWITCH 14V BIAS...
  • Page 71 The H7206-B power and logic unit consists of an AC to DC rectifier and filter, a fan/power module, and a logic module. The unit has 10 indicator LEDs and one reset switch. The green +14V bias LED in the lower lefthand corner is lit when the bias supply on the fan/power module is working.

  • Page 72: H7206-B Leds During Normal Power-Up

    3.6 H7206-B LEDs During Normal Power-Up The power and logic unit LEDs indicate normal operation during power-up with the inhibit cable installed and with XMI-1 modules in the XMI-2 card cage or without the inhibit cable and with XMI-2 modules installed. Figure 3–8: H7206-B LEDs During Normal Power-Up No Model 500 CPUs Model 500 CPUs only...
  • Page 73 Figure 3–8 shows passing patterns for the H7206-B LEDs. To power up the system and generate the LED results, turn the key switch from Off to Standby: 1. Listen for the click from the H405 power controller. This ensures that the control panel is connected to the H7206-B and that the H7206-B is connected to the H405.

  • Page 74: Sample Self-Test Failures

    3.7 Sample Self-Test Failures Your system may power up but show module failures in the self-test results. Example 3–1 shows a VAXBI module in slot E failing self-test and a module failing in the VAXBI connected in slot D. Example 3–1: Sample Self-Test Failures #123456789 0123456789 0123456789 0123456789 12345# NODE # XBI D +...
  • Page 75 1. Power up the system by turning the lower key switch to Halt and the upper key switch to Enable. 2. Check the self-test display for the two processors, each indicated by a P on the TYP line in the example. If the processors show a plus sign (+) on both lines STF and ETF, they passed self-test.

  • Page 76: Pack Up And Return Replaced Items

    3.8 Pack Up and Return Replaced Items Processor modules and other parts removed from the system are to be returned to the Returns Sort Center. CAUTION: Use proper ESD procedures when handling these modules. The following instructions for the return of modules and parts apply to the U.S.
  • Page 77 Appendix A Module Handling This appendix gives detailed instructions on handling scalar and vector processor modules for VAX 6000 systems. The sections include: • Handling Modules • Inserting Modules Module Handling A–1...

  • Page 78: Handling Modules

    A.1 Handling Modules Handle the processor modules with care. The technology used on the 6000 series modules is more vulnerable to static than past technology. Also, these modules have 25 mil leads to the chips; these leads are very small, close together, and easily bent.
  • Page 79 The 6000 series modules require careful handling. Prepare yourself and the work area before handling these modules. Roll up your sleeves and remove any jewelry. Figure A–1 shows the proper way to hold the module. Follow these handling procedures to avoid damaging the processor modules: 1.

  • Page 80: Inserting Modules

    A.2 Inserting Modules Figure A–2: Inserting the Scalar Processor in an XMI Card Cage msb-0219R-90 Figure A–3: Inserting the Vector Processor in an XMI Card Cage msb-0372R-90 A–4 VAX 6000 XMI Conversion Manual...
  • Page 81 You must take special precautions when moving the processor modules in or out of the XMI card cage. 1. Be sure, when inserting a module in or removing it from the XMI card cage, that no part of the module comes in contact with another module or a cable.
  • Page 82 A–6 VAX 6000 XMI Conversion Manual...

  • Page 83: Appendix B Power-Up Troubleshooting Procedures

    Appendix B Power-Up Troubleshooting Procedures This appendix gives detailed power-up troubleshooting procedures. The H7206-B diagnostic LEDs can help you troubleshoot the system. Table B–1 lists the meaning of each LED. Table B–1: H7206-B Diagnostic LEDs Color Meaning Fault (airflow, interlock, overtemperature) XMI-1 module in XMI-2 card cage H7214 or H7242 installed incorrectly VAXBI—H7214 fault...

  • Page 84: Power-Up With Inhibit Cable And Xmi-1 Modules Installed

    B.1 Power-Up with Inhibit Cable and XMI-1 Modules Installed When the key switch is turned from Off to Standby with the H7242 inhibit cable installed and with no Model 500 CPUs, the following H7206-B LEDs are lit: • L1 (green) - +14V bias present •...

  • Page 85: Normal Operation With Model 500 Cpus And No Inhibit Cable

    B.2 Normal Operation with Model 500 CPUs and No Inhibit Cable Normal system operation is with Model 500 CPUs and MS65A memory modules installed, no H7242 inhibit cable, and no XMI-1 modules. When power is supplied to the system under these conditions and the key switch turned to Standby, the following H7206-B LEDs are lit: •...
  • Page 86 not connected, then the other two regulators will also be disconnected even if their cables are properly attached). If one power regulator fails to power up, the other one will shut down also. Check the XMI H7214 and XMI H7242 red LEDs (L3 and L4) to determine if the H7214 led to the shutdown of the H7242.
  • Page 87 Index 17-01662-01 (Cont.) 12-19245-02 connect, 2–25 disconnect, 2–27 disconnect, 2–7 17-00365-03 17-01666-01 removal, 2–29 disconnect, 2–31 17-00962-01 17-01812-01 disconnect, 2–29 connect, 2–25 17-01446-01 disconnect, 2–7 connect, 2–13, 2–17, 2–35 17-01816-01 disconnect, 2–13, 2–15, 2–31 disconnect, 2–27 17-01447-01, B–2, B–3 17-01833-01 connect, 2–35 disconnect, 2–7 disconnect, 2–31...
  • Page 88 17-02522-01 (Cont.) Battery backup (Cont.) H7242 inhibit cable, B–2 part number H7231, 1–5 17-02759-01 power cable, disconnect, 2–29 connect, 2–35 power cable part number 17- 02485-01, 1–5 20-29176-01 See XTC power sequencing removal, 2–28 to 2–29 module upgrade part number H7236-A, 1–4 20-29176-02 BeCu spring clip installation, 2–33...
  • Page 89 H7231 (Cont.) VAX 6000 Models 200, 300, 400 EEPROM battery backup unit, 1–5 copying contents, 1–6 to 1–7 H7231-N battery backup Enable mode, B–2 part number 17-00962-01, Ethernet power cable disconnect, 2–31 connect, 2–23 part number 17-02475-01, connect, 2–35 disconnect, 2–13, 2–15 part number 17-02494-01, connect, 2–35 part number 70-20396-2F,...
  • Page 90 System control assembly (Cont.) cable 12-19245-02, 2–27 Platform upgrade kit cable 17-01816-01, 2–27 part number 70-26924-01, 1–3 System parameters, 1–8 Power H7214 removal, 2–10 to 2–11, 2–14 to 2–15 T1043 module H7214 replace, 2–12 insertion, 3–5 H7214 revision level, 2–11, 2–13 T2018 module H7242 installation, 2–16 to 2–17 insertion, 3–5...
  • Page 91 XMI-2 card cage (Cont.) part number 70-24902-01, 1–3 part number 70-24902-02, 1–3, removal of modules, 3–3 2–19 ultilization label, 3–3 to H405 cable XTC power sequencing module part number 17-02521-01, cable connect, 2–25 1–3 part number 17-01498-01, 2–27 XMI-2 card cage to H405 cable part number 17-01567-01, 2–27 connect, 2–35 part number 17-01568-02, 2–27...

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