Page 1 VAX 4000 Model 100 Operator Information Order Number: EK–466AA–OP. A01 September 1992 This manual describes how to operate the VAX 4000 Model 100. This is a new manual. Revision Information: Digital Equipment Corporation Maynard, Massachusetts...
Page 2 September 1992 The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Digital Equipment Corporation. Digital Equipment Corporation assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Preface VAX 4000 Model 100 Hardware System Unit Description .......
Page 4 3 Network Information Selecting the Ethernet Type ......3–2 Connecting the System Unit to a ThinWire Ethernet Network .
Page 5 B Removable Storage Media Tape Cartridges ........B–1 Labeling a Tape Cartridge .
Page 6 VAX 4000 Model 100 Ports, Controls, and LEDs ..1–1 1–2 VAX 4000 Model 100 Expansion Ports ....1–2 1–4 System Unit Icons .
Page 7 Connecting a Peripheral to the Asynchronous Modem Control 4–4 Port ..........4–16 Connecting a Peripheral to the Asynchronous Modem Control 4–5...
Page 8: Preface
Audience This manual is intended for anyone using a VAX 4000 Model 100. It is written for both experienced and inexperienced users. Structure of This Manual...
Page 9 Additional Information See Appendix A for the list of associated and related documents. Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: Convention Description Text displayed on the screen is shown in monospace type. MONOSPACE boldface type Boldface type in examples indicates user input. Boldface type in text indicates the ﬁrst instance of terms deﬁned either in the text, in the glossary, or both.
Page 10: Vax 4000 Model 100 Hardware
VAX 4000 Model 100 Hardware This chapter describes the VAX 4000 Model 100 system unit. It covers the following: • The Model 100 system unit • Terminal settings • System unit icons 1.1 System Unit Description See Figure 1–1 for the VAX 4000 Model 100 ports, controls, and LEDs.
Page 11: Vax 4000 Model 100 Ports, Controls, And Leds
Figure 1–1 VAX 4000 Model 100 Ports, Controls, and LEDs MLO-009279 On/Off Switch—This switch turns the system unit on or off. To turn the system on, set the on/off switch to the on ( | ) position. To turn the system off, set the on/off switch to the off (O) position.
Page 12 The system uses ThinWire Ethernet when the network select switch is in the right-hand position. ¥ § © ThinWire Ethernet Port—This is the port to which ThinWire Ethernet connects to the system unit. VAX 4000 Model 100 Hardware 1–3...
Page 13: Vax 4000 Model 100 Expansion Ports
Figure 1–2 VAX 4000 Model 100 Expansion Ports MLO-009280 Q–bus ports—These are the ports to which the external Q–bus expander is connected to the computer system. DSSI port—This port enables connection of external DSSI devices to the ¡ system and the building of a DSSI-based VAX cluster.
Page 14: Terminal Settings
VTnnn-7bit Transmit speed 9600 baud Receive speed receive = transmit Character format 8 bits, no parity Stop bits Comm1 port DEC-423 (data-leads-only) See the terminal documentation for more information on setting up the terminal. VAX 4000 Model 100 Hardware 1–5...
Page 15: System Unit Icons
This icon identiﬁes the asynchronous modem control port (port 2). ¡ This icon identiﬁes the halt button. ¢ This icon identiﬁes the status LED display. £ This icon identiﬁes the standard Ethernet port, the network select switch, and the ThinWire Ethernet port. 1–6 VAX 4000 Model 100 Hardware...
Page 16: Internal System Devices
Internal System Devices This chapter describes how to access and operate the internal devices that are options of the system. The system can contain the following optional devices: • TZ30 tape drive, bottom shelf only • TZK10 quarter-inch cartridge (QIC) tape drive, bottom shelf only •...
Page 17: Accessing The Removable Media System Devices
2.1 Accessing the Removable Media System Devices To access the system devices, follow these steps: 1. Position the system unit so that the front of it is facing you. 2. Open the cover by pushing it and then releasing it. Close the cover when you are not using the system devices.
Page 18: Tz30 Tape Drive
2.2 TZ30 Tape Drive The TZ30 uses CompacTape™ or CompacTape II cartridges that contain magnetic tape on a single reel. When you insert the tape cartridge into the drive and load it, the tape is automatically threaded onto a take-up reel inside the drive.
Page 19: Tz30 Tape Drive Controls And Leds
Figure 2–2 TZ30 Tape Drive Controls and LEDs RE_EN06150A_91 Operate Lever Write-Protect LED (Red) ¡ Tape-in-Use LED (Yellow) ¢ Operate-Lever LED (Green) £ Unload Button 2–4 Internal System Devices...
Page 20: Tz30 Controls
Table 2–1 TZ30 Controls Control Function Unload button The unload button rewinds and disengages the tape from the take- up reel inside the TZ30. The tape must be completely rewound and unloaded into the tape cartridge before you can remove the tape cartridge from the drive.
Page 21: Inserting And Using A Tape Cartridge
LED stays on. When the yellow LED stays on and the green LED stays off, the tape is ready to use. See the VAX 4000 Model 100 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Information manual if errors occur while you are using the TZ30 tape drive.
Page 22: Inserting A Tape Cartridge
Figure 2–3 Inserting a Tape Cartridge RE_EN06151A_91 Operate Lever Internal System Devices 2–7...
Page 23: Removing A Tape Cartridge From The Drive
2.2.3 Removing a Tape Cartridge from the Drive To remove a tape cartridge, follow these steps: Caution • The tape must fully rewind before you can remove the tape cartridge from the tape drive. • Remove the tape cartridge from the drive before setting the on/off switch on the system unit to the off (O) position.
Page 24: Removing A Tape Cartridge
Figure 2–4 Removing a Tape Cartridge RE_EN06152A_91 Unload Button Internal System Devices 2–9...
Page 25: Tzk10 Qic Tape Drive
2.3 TZK10 QIC Tape Drive The TZK10 QIC tape drive is a quarter-inch cartridge, streaming tape drive. You can use it for archival, data storage and retrieval, and data collection purposes. 2.3.1 TZK10 Controls and LEDs The TZK10 QIC tape drive has one dual-color LED (green and amber) and an eject button.
Page 26: Tzk10 Eject Button And Led
Figure 2–5 TZK10 Eject Button and LED RE_EN06153A_91 Dual-Color LED Eject Button ¡ Internal System Devices 2–11...
Page 27: Inserting A Qic Tape Into The Tzk10
TZK10 makes several whirring sounds. Finally, the sounds stop and the LED stays green. You can now send operating system commands to the TZK10 QIC tape drive. If the LED turns amber, see the VAX 4000 Model 100 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Information manual. 2–12 Internal System Devices...
Page 28: Inserting A Qic Tape
Figure 2–6 Inserting a QIC Tape RE_EN06154A_91 Internal System Devices 2–13...
Page 29: Removing A Qic Tape From The Tzk10
2.3.4 Removing a QIC Tape from the TZK10 To remove a QIC tape from the TZK10, follow these steps: 1. Dismount the QIC tape by entering the commands from the operating system. Before you go to step 2, wait until the tape stops moving (the TZK10 stops whirring) and the LED stops ﬂashing green and stays green.
Page 30: Removing A Qic Tape
Figure 2–7 Removing a QIC Tape RE_EN06155A_91 Internal System Devices 2–15...
Page 31: Tlz06 Cassette Tape Drive
2.4 TLZ06 Cassette Tape Drive The TLZ06 cassette tape drive is a streaming tape drive that uses 4 millimeter (mm) tape. You can use it for archival, data storage and retrieval, and data collection purposes. The TLZ06 tape drive design incorporates both digital data storage (DDS) and digital audio tape (DAT) technologies.
Page 32: Cassette Tape
Table 2–4 TLZ06 LED Functions Status Write-protect LED Tape/activity LED No tape loaded Tape loaded and write enabled Tape loaded and write protected No drive activity Signals the cassette’s write-protect status Drive activity Signals the cassette’s Signals the drive activity write-protect status Loading a tape Off at ﬁrst, then signals...
Page 33: Tlz06 Leds, Cassette Slot, And Unload Button
Figure 2–8 TLZ06 LEDs, Cassette Slot, and Unload Button MLO-009289 Tape/Activity LED Write-Protect LED ¡ Cassette Slot ¢ Unload Button £ 2–18 Internal System Devices...
Page 34: Inserting A Cassette Tape Into The Tlz06
When you insert the tape correctly, the tape/activity LED ﬂashes dimly and then stays on. You can now send operating system commands to the TLZ06 cassette tape drive. If both LED continue to ﬂash, see the VAX 4000 Model 100 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Information manual.
Page 35: Inserting A Cassette Tape
Figure 2–9 Inserting a Cassette Tape MLO-009290 2–20 Internal System Devices...
Page 36: Removing A Cassette Tape From The Tlz06
2.4.4 Removing a Cassette Tape from the TLZ06 To remove a cassette tape from the TLZ06, follow these steps: 1. Dismount the cassette tape by entering the commands from the operating system. Before you go to step 2, wait until the tape/activity LED stops ﬂashing and stays on.
Page 37: Removing A Cassette Tape
Figure 2–10 Removing a Cassette Tape MLO-009291 Tape Unload Button 2–22 Internal System Devices...
Page 38: Rrd42 Compact Disc Drive
2.5 RRD42 Compact Disc Drive The RRD42 compact disc drive is a read-only device that can read information from 600MB compact discs. The compact disc ﬁts into a supplied caddy, which you insert into the drive. Note You can order additional caddies from your Digital™ Sales representative.
Page 39: Rrd42 Compact Disc Drive Front Panel
Figure 2–11 RRD42 Compact Disc Drive Front Panel RE_EN06158A_91 Disc Slot. Volume Control and Headphone Socket—Not used. ¡ Busy LED—This LED turns on when data is read from the disc. It ﬂashes ¢ during seek operations. Eject Button—Press this button to eject the caddy from the RRD42. £...
Page 40: Inserting A Compact Disc Into The Rrd42 Compact Disc Drive
2.5.2 Inserting a Compact Disc into the RRD42 Compact Disc Drive Inserting a compact disc involves two stages: • Loading the compact disc into the caddy • Inserting the caddy into the RRD42 These stages are described in the following subsections. Loading the Compact Disc into the Caddy To load the compact disc into the caddy, follow these steps: 1.
Page 41: Opening Disc Caddy
2. Open the lid of the caddy by pressing the tabs on both sides of the caddy. These tabs are marked with an arrowhead and the word open. Figure 2–13 Opening Disc Caddy RE_EN06128A_91 2–26 Internal System Devices...
Page 42: Inserting Disc Into Caddy
3. Place the compact disc in the caddy. The disc label must face upwards. Figure 2–14 Inserting Disc Into Caddy RE_EN06129A_91 4. Close the lid of the caddy ﬁrmly. Internal System Devices 2–27...
Page 43: Inserting Caddy With Disc Into Rrd42
Inserting the Caddy into the RRD42 Insert the caddy into the slot on the front of the RRD42 with the disc label facing upwards. Push the caddy until it is completely inserted. Figure 2–15 Inserting Caddy with Disc into RRD42 RE_EN06159A_91 Disc and Disc Caddy The busy LED then stays on for a few seconds.
Page 44: Removing The Caddy From The Rrd42
2.5.3 Removing the Caddy from the RRD42 Press the eject button on the front of the RRD42 to remove the caddy. Figure 2–16 Removing Caddy with Disc from RRD42 RE_EN06160A_91 Disc and Disc Caddy Eject Button ¡ If the eject button is disabled by software, you must manually remove the caddy.
Page 45: Removing Caddy Manually
Removing a Caddy Manually To remove a caddy manually from the RRD42, follow these steps: 1. Set the on/off switch on the system unit to the off (O) position. 2. Insert a straightened large paper clip or metal rod, 1.2 millimeters (mm) (0.047 inches) in diameter and not less than 35 mm (1.38 in.) long, into the emergency eject hole and push the clip or rod in until the caddy rises.
Page 46: Cleaning Device Drive Heads
2.6 Cleaning Device Drive Heads This section describes the cleaning recommendations for the drive heads of the following devices: • TZ30 tape drive • TZK10 QIC tape drive • TLZ06 cassette tape drive The heads are the components of the drives that read data from and write data to the media.
Page 47: System Disk
2.7 System Disk The system unit contains at least one hard disk. You cannot physically access the hard disk. This hard disk, called the system disk, holds the factory installed software (FIS). FIS is a VMS™ operating system, which is installed before the system is shipped.
Page 48: Network Information
Network Information This chapter describes how to connect the system unit to a network and how to disconnect it from a network. It includes information on the following tasks: • Selecting the Ethernet type • Connecting the system unit to a ThinWire Ethernet network •...
Page 49: Selecting The Ethernet Type
3.1 Selecting the Ethernet Type You can connect the system unit to either a ThinWire Ethernet or a standard Ethernet network. Before starting to connect the system unit to the network, ask the network coordinator to tell you which network type to use with the system.
Page 50: Network Select Switch Positions
Figure 3–1 Network Select Switch Positions MLO-009330 Standard Ethernet Position ThinWire Ethernet Position ¡ Network Information 3–3...
Page 51: Connecting The System Unit To A Thinwire Ethernet Network
3.2 Connecting the System Unit to a ThinWire Ethernet Network To connect the system unit to a ThinWire Ethernet cable, follow these steps: 1. If the ThinWire Ethernet cable is already assembled, remove the ThinWire Ethernet T-connector and terminators from the system and connect the cable (see Figure 3–3).
Page 52: Connecting The Thinwire Ethernet Cable To The System Unit
Go to Section 3.5 if you are not connecting the system to a DECconnect faceplate. Figure 3–3 Connecting the ThinWire Ethernet Cable to the System Unit MLO-009332 Terminator T-Connector ¡ ThinWire Ethernet Cable ¢ Network Information 3–5...
Page 53: Connecting The System Unit To A Decconnect Faceplate
3.3 Connecting the System Unit to a DECconnect Faceplate If DECconnect products are installed, a DECconnect faceplate may be on the wall. You can connect VAX systems to DECconnect faceplates using different methods. You can connect either a single VAX system or connect several VAX systems in series.
Page 54: Connecting The System Unit To A Decconnect Faceplate
Figure 3–4 Connecting the System Unit to a DECconnect Faceplate MLO-009333 DECconnect Faceplate ThinWire Ethernet Cable ¡ Network Information 3–7...
Page 55: Connecting The System Unit To A Standard Ethernet Network
3.4 Connecting the System Unit to a Standard Ethernet Network To connect the system unit to a standard Ethernet network, follow these steps: 1. Attach the 15-pin connector on the standard Ethernet transceiver cable to the back of the system unit. 2.
Page 56: Testing The Ethernet Installation
EPC=2005721A dser=0000 cesr=00000000 icsr=01 pcsts=F800 pcctl=FC13 cctl=00000007 bcetsts=03A0 bcedsts=0400 cefsts=00019200 nests=00 mmcdsr=00C6C600 mesr=00006000 >>> If the device fails, see the VAX 4000 Model 100 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Information manual. Network Information 3–9...
Page 57: Completing The Ethernet Installation
3.6 Completing the Ethernet Installation The network coordinator must complete the installation. You must give the following information to the network coordinator: • A unique node name comprised of a maximum of six alphanumeric characters Choose any node name and ask the network coordinator to make sure that the node name is unique on the network.
Page 58: Removing The System Unit From A Network
3.7 Removing the System Unit from a Network The following subsections describe how to remove the system unit from a network. Note Before removing the system unit from a network: • Get the approval of the network coordinator. • See the operating system documentation for information on the shutdown procedures before stopping or turning off the system.
Page 59: Disconnecting The System Unit From A Thinwire Ethernet Cable
Figure 3–6 Disconnecting the System Unit from a ThinWire Ethernet Cable MLO-009335 T-Connector ThinWire Ethernet Cable ¡ 3–12 Network Information...
Page 60: Removing The System Unit From A Standard Ethernet Transceiver Cable
3.7.2 Removing the System Unit from a Standard Ethernet Transceiver Cable To remove the system unit from a standard Ethernet transceiver cable, follow these steps: 1. Set the on/off switch on the back of the system unit to the off (O) position. 2.
Page 61: Disconnecting The System Unit From A Transceiver Cable
Figure 3–7 Disconnecting the System Unit from a Transceiver Cable MLO-009336 Sliding Lock Standard Ethernet Transceiver Cable ¡ 3–14 Network Information...
Page 62: Connecting Systems Into A Dssi Vaxcluster Conﬁguration
3.8 Connecting Systems Into a DSSI VAXcluster Conﬁguration Note A DSSI VAXcluster conﬁguration is supported only under VMS Version 5.5-1HN or later. A DSSI VAXcluster conﬁguration consists of two or more systems conﬁgured as a DSSI VAXcluster and sharing their DSSI devices through a Digital Storage System Interconnect (DSSI) bus.
Page 63: Connecting A Dssi Cable
Figure 3–8 Connecting a DSSI Cable MLO-009292 1. Removing DSSI Terminator 2. Inserting DSSI Cable 3–16 Network Information...
Page 64: Connecting Systems Into A Vaxcluster
Figure 3–9 Connecting Systems Into a VAXcluster 2 1 0 DSSI Cable BC21M-09 MLO-009337 Network Information 3–17...
Page 65: Hardware Options
Hardware Options This chapter describes the hardware options of the VAX 4000 Model 100. It also describes how to connect the external hardware options to the system. It includes information on the following topics: • Internal hardware options • External hardware options •...
Page 66: Internal Hardware Options
4.1 Internal Hardware Options The system supports the following internal hardware options: • MS44L-BC 16MB set (4XMS44L-AA) and MS44-DC 64MB set(4XMS44-CA) memory modules—The Model 100 system does not have any memory on the system board. It uses only MS44L-BC and MS44-DC memory module bundles.
Page 67 You can connect up to eight peripherals using the MMJ ports on the harmonica (H3104) that connects to the option cable (BC16C-10). – DHW42-BA—This option is the same as the DHW42-AA, but provides 16 asynchronous DEC423 data-line-only communications lines through two system ports.
Page 68: External Hardware Options
Your Digital Sales representative can give you information on how to order a full range of Digital DSSI and Q–bus expansion boxes, printers, terminals, modems, and other devices that are compatible with the VAX 4000 Model 100 system. 4–4 Hardware Options...
Page 69: Connecting A Scsi Expansion Box
4.3 Connecting a SCSI Expansion Box The following subsections contain information on: • Guidelines for connecting expansion boxes • Selecting available SCSI IDs on the system • Preparing the system unit for an expansion box • Connecting the SCSI expansion box •...
Page 70: Selecting Available Scsi Ids On The System
– Digital cannot guarantee the correct operation of any SCSI bus that uses cable assemblies not supplied by Digital or not conﬁgured in accordance with these guidelines. 4.3.2 Selecting Available SCSI IDs on the System You must identify which SCSI IDs are available before connecting an expansion box.
Page 71: Preparing The System Unit For An Expansion Box
4.3.3 Preparing the System Unit for an Expansion Box To prepare the system unit for an expansion box, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the operating system using the procedure outlined in the operating system documentation. 2. Set the on/off switch on the system unit to the off (O) position. 3.
Page 72 7. Connect the other end of the power cord to the same grounded power strip or electrical circuit. 8. Set the on/off switch on the expansion box to the on ( | ) position. 9. Set the on/off switch on the system unit to the on ( | ) position. 10.
Page 73: Removing The Scsi Terminator
Figure 4–1 Removing the SCSI Terminator MLO-009338 Release Bail Lock Loops Remove the Terminator ¡ Hardware Options 4–9...
Page 74: Connecting The Scsi Cable
Figure 4–2 Connecting the SCSI Cable MLO-009339 SCSI Cable Bail Lock Loop ¡ 4–10 Hardware Options...
Page 75: Checking Expansion Box Connections
4.3.5 Checking Expansion Box Connections Three different kinds of items can be connect to the expansion ports of the VAX 4000 Model 100 system. They are the following: • Q–bus • DSSI • SCSI Examples 4–1, 4–2, and 4–3 show these types of items that are connected to the system, both internally and through the expansion ports.
Page 76 Example 4–3 Checking SCSI Devices >>>SHOW SCSI SCSI Adapter A, SCSI ID 6 -DKA300 (DEC RZ24L) -DKA700 (DEC RRD42) If you do not see the names and and IDs of the devices, see the VAX 4000 Model 100 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Information manual. 4–12 Hardware Options...
Page 77: Connecting Peripherals
4.4 Connecting Peripherals The following subsections contain information on the following tasks: • Connecting peripherals to a DEC423 MMJ port • Connecting a peripheral to the asynchronous modem control port (port 2) • Connecting peripherals to an optional asynchronous port •...
Page 78: Connecting A Peripheral To Mmj Port
Figure 4–3 Connecting a Peripheral to MMJ Port 1 MLO-009340 DEC423 Peripheral Cable 4–14 Hardware Options...
Page 79: Connecting A Peripheral To The Asynchronous Modem Control Port
4.4.2 Connecting a Peripheral to the Asynchronous Modem Control Port You can connect peripherals that use EIA-232 connectors to the asynchronous modem control port (port 2) on the back of the system unit. Alternatively, the supplied EIA-232 to DEC423 adapter (H8575-A) allows you to connect peripherals that use DEC423 connectors.
Page 80: Connecting A Peripheral To The Asynchronous Modem Control Port
Figure 4–4 Connecting a Peripheral to the Asynchronous Modem Control Port MLO-009341 EIA-232 Connector 4–16 Hardware Options...
Page 81 2. If you are connecting a peripheral using DEC423 cables, follow these steps: a. Set the on/off switch on the peripheral to the off (O) position. b. Connect the EIA-232 to DEC423 adapter to the asynchronous modem control port (see Figure 4–5). Tighten the screws on each side of the adapter using a small screwdriver.
Page 82: Connecting A Peripheral To The Asynchronous Modem Control Port Using An Eia-232 To Dec423 Adapter
Figure 4–5 Connecting a Peripheral to the Asynchronous Modem Control Port Using an EIA-232 to DEC423 Adapter MLO-009342 EIA-232 to DEC423 Adapter (H8575-A) DEC423 MMJ Connector ¡ 4–18 Hardware Options...
Page 83: Connecting Peripherals To An Optional Asynchronous Port
4.4.3 Connecting Peripherals to an Optional Asynchronous Port There are three asynchronous communications options for the VAX 4000 Model 100: • DHW42-AA—Provides one eight-line data-line-only asynchronous port • DHW42-BA—Provides two eight-line data-line-only asynchronous ports • DHW42-CA—Provides two four-line asynchronous ports with modem control Connecting Peripherals to a DHW42-AA or DHW42-BA Option If the system has the DHW42-AA or DHW42-BA asynchronous communications...
Page 84: Connecting A Peripheral To Asynchronous Port A
Figure 4–6 Connecting a Peripheral to Asynchronous Port A MLO-009343 Asynchronous Option Cable (BC16C-10) Bail Lock Loops ¡ Harmonica ¢ 4–20 Hardware Options...
Page 85 Connecting Peripherals to a DHW42-CA Option If the system has the DHW42-CA asynchronous communications option installed, the system has two four-line asynchronous ports with modem control. You can connect up to four peripherals to each of these ports using the breakout cable (BC29J-06) supplied with the option.
Page 86: Connecting A Peripheral To Asynchronous Port A (Dhw42-Ca)
Figure 4–7 Connecting a Peripheral to Asynchronous Port A (DHW42-CA) MLO-009344 Asynchronous Option Breakout Cable (BC29J-06) Connector Clip ¡ Hook ¢ 4–22 Hardware Options...
Page 87: Connecting Peripherals To An Optional Synchronous Port
4.4.4 Connecting Peripherals to an Optional Synchronous Port If the system has the DSW42-AA synchronous communications option installed, the system has two synchronous modem ports. Section 4.1 gives more information on the DSW42-AA synchronous communications option. Table 4–1 lists the cables that you can use with the option. The EIA-232/V.24 cable (BC19D-02) is the standard cable shipped with the option.
Page 88: Connecting The Cable To Synchronous Port
Figure 4–8 Connecting the Cable to Synchronous Port 0 MLO-009345 Synchronous Option Cable Connector 4–24 Hardware Options...
Page 89: A Associated And Related Documents
Contact your Digital Sales representative for information on the availability of particular documents. A.1 Associated Documents The following documents contain information on the VAX 4000 Model 100: • VAX 4000 Model 100 Acoustic Noise Declarations (EK-464AA-AN) •...
Page 90: Related Documents
A.2 Related Documents The following documents contain information related to the system: Internal Removable Media Device Documentation • TZ30 Cartridge Tape Drive Subsystem Owner’s Manual (EK-OTZ30-OM) • TZK10 Cartridge Tape Drive Owner’s Guide (EK-TZK10-OG) • TLZ06 Cassette Tape Drive Owner’s Manual (EK-TLZ06-OM) •...
Page 91: B Removable Storage Media
Removable Storage Media This appendix contains information on the use and storage of the following media types that are used by the optional removable media storage devices: • Tape cartridges • QIC tapes • Cassette Tapes (DAT) • Compact discs B.1 Tape Cartridges The CompacTape cartridge (see Figure B–1) is a 10 cm by 10 cm (4 inches by 4 inches) plastic tape cartridge that can be used by TZ30 or TK50 tape drives.
Page 92: Compactape Cartridge
Figure B–1 CompacTape Cartridge RE_EN06137A_91 Table B–2 and Table B–1 show the compatibility of CompacTape and CompacTape II tape cartridges with TZ30, TK50, and TK70 tape drives. Table B–1 Noninitialized Cartridge Compatibility CompacTape (TK50-K) CompacTape II (TK52-K) TZ30 drive TK50 drive TK70 drive Table B–2 Initialized Cartridge Compatibility TK50 Drive...
Page 93: Labeling A Tape Cartridge
B.1.1 Labeling a Tape Cartridge Always label tape cartridges. There is a slot for the label on the front of the cartridge. See Figure B–2. The label is visible when the cartridge is in the drive. Labels or markings on any other part of the cartridge can interfere with the proper operation of the drive.
Page 94: Writing To And Write-Protecting Tape Cartridges
B.1.2 Writing to and Write-Protecting Tape Cartridges CompacTape and CompacTape II cartridges have a write-protect switch that prevents an accidental overwrite of data. The system can read information on the tape regardless of the position of the write-protect switch. However, the system cannot write data to a write-protected tape.
Page 95: Write-Protect Switch Positions
Figure B–3 Write-Protect Switch Positions RE_EN06139A_91 Write-Protect Switch Write-Enable Position ¡ Write-Protected Position ¢ Removable Storage Media B–5...
Page 96: Quarter-Inch Cartridge (Qic) Tapes
B.2 Quarter-Inch Cartridge (QIC) Tapes The TZK10 cartridge tape drive is shipped with a DC6320 QIC tape. You can also use the TZK10 with the DC6525 QIC tape. Table B–3 describes both QIC tapes. Table B–3 Cartridge Compatibility Cartridge Capacity Format DC6525 Up to 525MB...
Page 97 • Do not expose the tape to direct sunlight, abrasive particles, or electromagnetic ﬁelds. • Store the QIC tape in its protective container, placed on its edge, or stacked. Do not stack QIC tapes more than ﬁve high. • Place the identiﬁcation label in the space provided on the top of the QIC tape.
Page 98: Setting The Qic Tape Write-Protect Switch
B.2.2 Setting the QIC Tape Write-Protect Switch There is a write-protect switch on one corner of the QIC tape. This switch allows you to write-protect the data on the tape. After writing data to the QIC tape, write-protect the tape to prevent accidental erasure or overwriting of that data.
Page 99: Cassette Tapes (Dat
B.3 Cassette Tapes (DAT) The TLZ06 cassette tape drive is shipped with a 90 metre (m) TLZ06-CA 4 mm tape. You can also use the TLZ06 with the 60 m TLZ04-CA tape. Table B–4 describes both cassette tapes. Table B–4 Cartridge Compatibility Capacity (Gigabytes) Cassette Not compressed...
Page 100: Setting The Cassette Tape Write-Protect Switch
• Store the cassette tape in its protective container, placed on its edge, or stacked. Do not stack cassette tapes more than ﬁve high. B.3.2 Setting the Cassette Tape Write-Protect Switch There is a write-protect switch on one corner of the cassette tape. This switch allows you to write-protect the data on the tape.
Page 101: Setting The Write-Protect Switch On The Tlz04 Cassette
Figure B–7 Setting the Write-Protect Switch on the TLZ04 Cassette Tape MLO-009352 Write-Protect Switch Write-Enable Position ¡ Write-Protected Position ¢ Removable Storage Media B–11...
Page 102: Compact Discs
B.4 Compact Discs When you use the RRD42 compact disc drive, you insert the disc, enclosed in a caddy, into the drive. You must take the following precautions when handling discs and caddies: • Do not drop the disc or the caddy. •...
Page 103 – Direct sunlight • Hold the compact disc by its edges; never touch the surface. • Use a proper compact disc cleaner to wipe the compact disc if it gets dirty. Removable Storage Media B–13...
Page 104: C Programming Parameters For Dssi Devices
VMS manuals listed in Appendix A or call your Digital service representative. On the VAX 4000 Model 100 system, an embedded DSSI adapter on the KA52 CPU provides the interface between the CPU and the DSSI storage devices. The adapter provides a DSSI bus that can support up to eight nodes, where...
Page 105: Setting The Dssi Node Id On An Rf31T Or An Rf35
• NODENAME • SYSTEMID • DSSI NODE ID Note Each of the above parameters, with the exception of the Bus Node ID, are programmed and examined using the console-based Diagnostic and Utility Program (DUP) driver utility. The Bus Node ID is physically determined by jumpers on disk drive.
Page 106: Rf31T/Rf35 Dssi Id Jumper Combinations
Table C–1 RF31T/RF35 DSSI ID Jumper Combinations DSSI ID Pin 5 Pin 3 Pin 1 A brief description of each parameter follows. The Bus Node ID parameter is provided by the jumpers on the disks. Each DSSI bus can support up to eight nodes, 0–7. Each DSSI adapter and each device count as a node.
Page 107: How Vms Uses The Dssi Device Parameters
The FORCEUNI parameter controls the use of UNITNUM to override the default device unit number supplied by the jumpers. When FORCEUNI is set to a value of zero, the operating system uses the value assigned to the UNITNUM parameter; when FORCEUNI is set to a value of one, the operating system uses the value supplied by the jumpers.
Page 108: Vms Operating System Requires Unique Unit Numbers For Dssi Devices
Figure C–2 VMS Operating System Requires Unique Unit Numbers for DSSI Devices Nonzero Allocation Class Allocation Class=0 (Example: ALLCLASS=1) Duplicate 0 R7BUCC$DIA0 $1$DIA0 Duplicate 1 R7CZZC$DIA1 $1$DIA1 Duplicate 2 R7ALUC$DIA2 $1$DIA2 Duplicate 3 R7EB3C$DIA3 $1$DIA3 TFDR1$MIA5 $1$MIA5 R7IDFC$DIA0 $1$DIA0 R7IBZC$DIA1 $1$DIA1 R7IKJC$DIA2 $1$DIA2...
Page 109: Examining And Setting Dssi Device Parameters
C.3 Examining and Setting DSSI Device Parameters The following instructions describe how to change DSSI parameters, using the DUP driver utility. In the example procedures, the allocation class will be set to 2. 1. Enter the console mode. The procedure for programming parameters for DSSI devices from console mode requires that you issue commands to those devices at the console prompt .
Page 110: Entering The Dup Driver Utility
DUP driver for the ISE at node 0 of embedded DSSI bus 1. >>>SET HOST/DUP/DSSI 0 PARAMS Starting DUP server... Copyright (c) 1991 Digital Equipment Corporation PARAMS> C.3.2 Setting the Allocation Class After entering the DUP driver utility for a speciﬁed device, you can examine and set the allocation class for the device as follows.
Page 111: Setting The Unit Number
PARAMS>SHOW ALLCLASS Parameter Current Default Type Radix --------- ---------------- ---------------- -------- ----- ALLCLASS Byte PARAMS>SET ALLCLASS 2 PARAMS>SHOW ALLCLASS Parameter Current Default Type Radix --------- ---------------- ---------------- -------- ----- ALLCLASS Byte C.3.3 Setting the Unit Number After entering the DUP driver utility for a speciﬁed device, you can examine and set the unit number for the device as follows.
Page 112: Setting The Node Name
C.3.4 Setting the Node Name After entering the DUP driver utility for a speciﬁed device, you can examine and set the node name for the device as follows. 1. At the prompt, enter to check the node name of the PARAMS>...
Page 113: Exiting The Dup Server Utility
This shows the steps for changing the system ID of a speciﬁed device from the factory-supplied ID to 1402193310841 (the system ID for the replacement device is programmed to match that of the original). PARAMS>SHOW SYSTEMID Parameter Current Default Type Radix --------- ---------------- ---------------- -------- ----- SYSTEMID...
Page 114 >>>SHOW DSSI DSSI Bus 0 Node 0 (SYSDSK) -DIA10 (RF73) DSSI Bus 0 Node 1 (R7EB3C) -DIA11 (RF73) DSSI Bus 0 Node 2 (R7EB22) -DIA12 (RF73) DSSI Bus 0 Node 5 (TFDR1) -MIA5 (TF85) DSSI Bus 0 Node 6 (*) >>>...
Page 115 Glossary The glossary deﬁnes some of the technical terms used in this manual. backup copy A copy of data stored on a disk. backup process The process of making copies of the data stored on a disk so that you can recover that data after an accidental loss.
Page 116 communications line A cable along which electrical signals are transmitted. Devices or systems that are connected by a communications line can share information and resources. console mode The state in which the computer is controlled from the console terminal. You can put the system in console mode by pressing the halt button on the back of the system unit.
Page 117 DEMPR A multiport repeater that provides eight ThinWire Ethernet drops from a single standard Ethernet connection. device The general name for any unit connected to the system that is capable of receiving, storing, or transmitting data. device name The name by which a device or controller is identiﬁed in the system. diagnostics Programs, located in read-only memory, that detect and identify abnormal system hardware operation.
Page 118 ground A voltage reference point in a system that has a zero voltage potential. hard disk A hard disk resides permanently inside a disk drive. hardware The physical components—mechanical and electrical—that make up a system. (Compare with software.) head The part of a ﬁxed disk drive, diskette drive, or tape drive that reads, records, and erases data.
Page 119 memory The area of the system that electrically stores instructions and data, often temporarily. memory module A printed circuit board that contains additional memory for the system. module A printed circuit board that contains electrical components and electrically conductive pathways between components. A module stores data or memory or controls the functions of a device.
Page 120 peripheral A device that provides the CPU with additional memory storage or communication capability. Examples are disk and diskette drives, video terminals, and printers. port The name of the socket or connector at the back of the computer to which a terminal, printer, or other communication devices are connected.
Page 121 SIMM Single inline memory module. This refers to the physical shape of the memory module. Small computer system interface See SCSI. software Programs executed by the system to perform a chosen or required function. (Compare with hardware.) standard Ethernet IEEE standard 802.3 compliant Ethernet network composed of standard Ethernet cable as opposed to ThinWire Ethernet cable.
Page 122 terminal An input/output device that lets you communicate with the system. Terminals are divided into two categories: video and hard-copy. terminator A connector used on one or both ends of an Ethernet segment that provides the 50-ohm termination resistance needed for the cable. ThinWire A Digital trademark used to describe its 10 base 2 (IEEE standard 802.3 compliant) Ethernet products used for local distribution of data.
Page 123 Index Asynchronous modem control port (cont’d) location, 1–3 use, 1–3 Adapter EIA-232 to DEC423 (H8575-A), 4–15, 4–17 Address Backups Ethernet, 3–10 with tape cartridges, B–4 ALLCLASS, C–3 Bail lock loops, 4–7 setting, C–7 Beeper Alternative console port, 1–3 TZ30 beeper meaning, 2–5 MMJ port 3, 1–3 Break/enable LED Associated documents, A–1...
Page 124 Cables (cont’d) Compact disc drive BC22F-nn, 4–15 RRD42 compact disc drive, 2–23 BC29J-06, 4–2, 4–21 Compact discs, 2–23 breakout, 4–2, 4–21 care and handling, B–12 connecting ThinWire cable to system unit, cleaning, B–13 3–4 inserting, 2–25 to 2–28 DEC423, 4–17, 4–19 inserting into RRD42, 2–25 DEC423 cables, 4–13 loading into caddy, 2–25...
Page 125 DSSI description of, 4–4 DSSI VAXcluster conﬁguration, 3–15 DEC423 DSW42-AA, 4–2, 4–23 asynchronous data-line-only Dual-color LED communications, 4–2, 4–19 location on TZK10, 2–10 connecting to MMJ ports, 4–13 use with TZK10, 2–10 earth drain wire, 4–13 DUP driver utility, C–2, C–6 grounding pillar, 4–13 entering, C–7 MMJ ports, 4–2, 4–19...
Page 126 Ethernet (cont’d) network select switch use, 1–3 node name, 3–10 removing system from Standard, 3–13 Halt button removing system from ThinWire, 3–11 icon, 1–6 selecting type, 3–2 location, 1–3 SHOW ETHERNET command, 3–10 use, 1–3 standard Ethernet port location, 1–3 Hard disk, 2–32 standard Ethernet port use, 1–3 Hardware options, 4–1 to 4–24...
Page 127 Networks, 3–1 to 3–17 installation failure, 3–10 Node name Memory Ethernet, 3–10 capacity, 4–2 NODENAME, C–4 optional, 4–2 setting, C–9 system unit, 4–2 Null modem Memory modules extension cables, 4–2, 4–15 MS44, 4–2 MS44L, 4–2 MMJ port 0 console port, 1–3 On/off switch MMJ port 3 location, 1–2...
Page 128 Ports (cont’d) RRD42 (cont’d) EIA-232, 4–23 eject button location, 2–24 locations, 1–2 eject button use, 2–24 MMJ DEC423 data-line-only, 4–13 emergency eject hole location, 2–24 modem port, 4–15, 4–17 emergency eject hole use, 2–24 optional asynchronous communications headphone socket location, 2–24 ports, 4–19 headphone socket use, 2–24 optional asynchronous modem control...
Page 129 SCSI terminator, 1–4, 4–5 System disk, 2–32 connecting, 4–7 System manager, 3–1 removal, 4–7 System unit SHOW commands, C–6 conﬁguration display, 4–6 SHOW CONFIG command, 4–6 connecting Thinwire Ethernet, 3–4 SHOW DSSI command, 4–11 connecting to DECconnect faceplate, 3–6 SHOW ETHERNET command, 3–10 connecting transceiver cable to, 3–8 SHOW Q-BUS command, 4–11 controls, 1–2...
Page 130 TZ30 (cont’d) Tape/activity LED LED locations, 2–4 location on TLZ06, 2–16 LED meanings, 2–5 use with TLZ06, 2–16 operate lever location, 2–4 Terminal settings, 1–5 operate lever use, 2–5 Terminator operation, 2–3 connecting the SCSI terminator, 4–7 power-up test, 2–5 SCSI, 4–5 removing tape cartridges, 2–8 SCSI terminator removal, 4–7...
Page 131 Write-protect use with TLZ06, 2–16 cassette tape switch, B–10 Write-protect switch protecting cassette tapes, B–10 cassette tapes, B–9 protecting QIC tapes, B–8 QIC tapes, B–6 protecting tape cartridges, B–4 QIC tape switch, B–8 tape cartridge switch, B–4 4XM544-CA memory module, 4–2 Write-protect LED 4XM544L-AA memory module, 4–2 location on TLZ06, 2–16...
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Digital Equipment VAX 4000 Model 100 Operator Instructions Manual

Preface

1 VAX 4000 Model 100 Hardware

2 Internal System Devices

3 Network Information

4 Hardware Options

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