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VAX 4000
Model 100/100A Upgrade
to Model 105A
Order Number: EK–V411A–CG. A01
May 1994
Digital Equipment Corporation
Maynard, Massachusetts

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  • Page 1 VAX 4000 Model 100/100A Upgrade to Model 105A Order Number: EK–V411A–CG. A01 May 1994 Digital Equipment Corporation Maynard, Massachusetts...
  • Page 2 May 1994 Digital Equipment Corporation makes no representations that the use of its products in the manner described in this publication will not infringe on existing or future patent rights, nor do the descriptions contained in this publication imply the granting of licenses to make, use, or sell equipment or software in accordance with the description.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1–1 2 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System In This Chapter ........
  • Page 4 Figures Disconnecting the Power Cord ......2–1 2–4 Disconnecting the External Cables/Terminators from the Port 2–2 Cover ......... . . 2–5 Removing the Enclosure Cover .
  • Page 5 Disconnecting the Internal Power Cables ....3–4 3–8 Disconnecting Internal DSSI Connectors ....3–5 3–9 Removing a SIMM .

  • Page 7: Preface

    Preface This manual describes how to upgrade a VAX 4000 Model 100 or a VAX 4000 Model 100A system to a VAX 4000 Model 105A by replacing the KA52 CPU module with a KA53 Module. Intended Audience This document is intended for Digital Services personnel and licensed self-maintenance customers.
  • Page 8 The following forms are in Appendix A: • Digital Services Worksheet • Installation Receipt–Customer Copy • Installation Receipt–Digital Services Copy • Returned Material Checklist You should give the customer the signed Installation Receipt–Customer Copy. Include the signed Installation Receipt–Digital Services Copy with the CPU module that is being returned to Digital to ensure that the customer receives credit.
  • Page 9 Related Documents The following list contains related documents: Documentation Order Number VAX 4000 Model 105A Installation Information EK–512AA–IN VAX 4000 Model 105A Operator Information EK–513AA–OP VAX 4000 Model 105A Customer Technical Information EK–514AA–TI VAX 4000 Model 105A Troubleshooting and Diagnostics EK–515AA–TS Information...

  • Page 11: Overview Of The Conversion Process

    Model 100, or Chapter 3 for the conversion of a VAX 4000 Model 100A. The VAX 4000 Model 100A is identical to the VAX 4000 Model 100, except that the port cover is designed to accomodate a dual DSSI port.

  • Page 13: Upgrading The Vax 4000 Model 100 System

    11. Disconnect all internal cables from the port cover to the CPU module, daughter cards and the drives. 12. Remove the present port cover with attached cables. 13. Remove all attached cables from the present port cover for use on the new one. Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System 2–1...

  • Page 14: 2.3 Unpacking The Kit

    2. Unpack the conversion kit and check its contents against the shipping invoice. Table 2–1 lists the kit contents for the Model 100/100A to Model 105A upgrade, 53XR–AA. Other items may be present, but are not required for this conversion. 2–2 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System...

  • Page 15: 2.4 Upgrading The Vms Operating System

    1. Have the customer back up the system software before the Digital Services representative arrives. It is the customer’s responsibility to back up the system software. 2. Power up the system and run diagnostics to verify system operation. Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System 2–3...

  • Page 16: 2.5 Replacing The Cpu Module

    2.5 Replacing the CPU Module To replace the CPU module: 1. Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet, then from the system (see Figure 2–1). Figure 2–1 Disconnecting the Power Cord MLO-010799 Power cord 2–4 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System...

  • Page 17: Disconnecting The External Cables/Terminators From The Port

    (see Figure 2–2). Figure 2–2 Disconnecting the External Cables/Terminators from the Port Cover MLO-010800 Q–bus ports (Q–bus cables may be attached) DSSI terminator or cable SCSI terminator or cable ¡ Ethernet connector ¢ Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System 2–5...

  • Page 18: Removing The Enclosure Cover

    3. Remove the enclosure cover by removing the two screws at the rear of the system box and sliding it forward (see Figure 2–3). Figure 2–3 Removing the Enclosure Cover MLO-010801 Screws Enclosure cover 2–6 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System...

  • Page 19: Unscrewing The Drive Shelves

    Leave the captive screws in position and save the Phillips screws for reinstallation of the shelves (see Figure 2–4). Figure 2–4 Unscrewing the Drive Shelves MLO-010802 Topmost captive screw Other captive screws Phillips screws ¡ Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System 2–7...
  • Page 20 6. Disconnect the pigtailed, 2-pin DSSI power cable from the CPU module. (Figure 2–5). Note Some VAX 4000 Model 100s do not have the pigtailed power cable, and you may skip this step in that case. 2–8 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System...

  • Page 21: Disconnecting The Internal Power Cables

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System 2.5 Replacing the CPU Module Figure 2–5 Disconnecting the Internal Power Cables MLO-012287 Internal power cable Internal power cable with pigtailed DSSI power cable CPU module DSSI power cable connector ¡ Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System 2–9...

  • Page 22: Disconnecting Internal Dssi Connectors

    Beginning with the SIMMs closest to the front of the enclosure remove each as follows: 1. Release the memory module by pressing the metal board clips on the memory module connector away from the center. 2. Tip the memory module rearward. 2–10 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System...

  • Page 23: Removing A Simm

    2.5 Replacing the CPU Module 3. Lift the memory module up and out of the enclosure, and place it on an anti-static mat. Figure 2–7 Removing a SIMM Metal Board Clip MS44 Memory Modules MLO-009876 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System 2–11...

  • Page 24: Disconnecting The Internal Scsi Cable From The Cpu

    2.5 Replacing the CPU Module 9. Disconnect the internal SCSI cable from the CPU module (see Figure 2–8). Figure 2–8 Disconnecting the Internal SCSI Cable from the CPU Module MLO-012288 Internal SCSI cable 2–12 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System...

  • Page 25: Sliding The Drive Mounting Shelves Forward

    10. Remove the shelves by sliding them forward (see Figure 2–9) and lifting them up from the enclosure (see Figure 2–10). Figure 2–9 Sliding the Drive Mounting Shelves Forward MLO-010806 Drive mounting shelves Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System 2–13...

  • Page 26: Lifting The Drive Mounting Shelves Upward

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System 2.5 Replacing the CPU Module Figure 2–10 Lifting the Drive Mounting Shelves Upward MLO-010807 2–14 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System...

  • Page 27: Removing The Dssi Daughter Card

    When all four corners are loose, lift the card out and place it on an anti-static mat. Figure 2–11 Removing the DSSI Daughter Card MLO-012290 DSSI connector Standoff removal tool Standoff ¡ Daughter card connector on the CPU module ¢ DSSI daughter card Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System 2–15...

  • Page 28: Disconnecting The Q-Bus And External Scsi Cables

    Disconnect the CPU power cable from the CPU module. Figure 2–12 Disconnecting the Q–bus and external SCSI Cables MLO-012291 External SCSI cable Q–bus cable Internal communications option cable(s) ¡ CPU power cable ¢ 2–16 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System...

  • Page 29: Removing The Port Cover

    Slide the cover off, pulling all cables carefully through the cable slots on the rear of the system box. Figure 2–13 Removing the Port Cover MLO-010813 Port cover Tab cutout Cable slots on rear of the system box ¡ Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System 2–17...

  • Page 30: Removing Connectors From The Port Cover

    Figure 2–14 Removing Connectors from the Port Cover MLO-010814 Nut driver used for bolts on the Q–bus connectors Phillips screwdriver used on the DSSI and SCSI connectors 2–18 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System...

  • Page 31: Installing The Alignment Pins On The Port Cover

    16. Install two alignment pins with washers on the new port cover for the original DSSI connector (see Figure 2–15). Figure 2–15 Installing the Alignment Pins on the Port Cover MLO-010815 Alignment pin Washer Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System 2–19...

  • Page 32: Installing The Original Dssi Cable On The Port Cover

    17. Install the single DSSI cable (17–03544–01) into the left DSSI port cutout (see Figure 2–16). Figure 2–16 Installing the Original DSSI Cable on the Port Cover MLO-010816 Original DSSI cable connector Pillips screwdriver 2–20 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System...

  • Page 33: Installing The Q-Bus Cable On The Port Cover

    18. Install the Q–bus cable (17–03545–01) into the Q–bus cutouts on the port cover (see Figure 2–17). Figure 2–17 Installing the Q–bus Cable on the Port Cover MLO-010817 Q–bus cable connectors Nutdriver and bolt Washer ¡ Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System 2–21...

  • Page 34: Installing The Blank Covers On The Port Cover

    19. Install the blank covers into the two right DSSI external cutouts on the new port cover (see Figure 2–18). Figure 2–18 Installing the Blank Covers on the Port Cover MLO-012292 Blank covers Phillips screwdriver and screw. 2–22 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System...

  • Page 35: Installing The Scsi Cable On The Port Cover

    20. Install the SCSI cable (17–2944–01) into the SCSI cutout on the bottom of the port cover (see Figure 2–19). Figure 2–19 Installing the SCSI Cable on the Port Cover MLO-012293 SCSI cable connector Phillips screwdriver and screw Washer ¡ Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System 2–23...

  • Page 36: Installing The Port Cover And Cables

    Push the port cover forward until the two tabs click into place. Figure 2–20 Installing the Port Cover and Cables MLO-012294 DSSI and Q–bus cables in top cutout SCSI cable in bottom cutout Bottom flange ¡ Tab cutout ¢ 2–24 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System...
  • Page 37 While supporting the front of the CPU module with one hand, guide the connectors on the back of the CPU module out of the corresponding cutouts on the back of the enclosure. d. Remove the CPU module from the enclosure. Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System 2–25...

  • Page 38: Removing The Cpu Module

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System 2.5 Replacing the CPU Module Figure 2–21 Removing the CPU Module PUSH PUSH MLO-012295 Spring clips Semicircular cutout Keyhole cutouts (10) ¡ 2–26 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System...
  • Page 39 24. Install the DSSI daughter card onto the CPU module (see Figure 2–22). Align the card on the standoffs so that it is positioned above the CPU module connector, then gently seat it onto the connector and the standoffs. Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System 2–27...

  • Page 40: Installing The Dssi Daughter Card

    Figure 2–22 Installing the DSSI Daughter Card MLO-012296 Daughter card Standoff CPU module connector ¡ Note For clarity, cables not applicable to a particular step are omitted from some of the following illustrations. 2–28 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System...

  • Page 41: Connecting The External Scsi Cable To The Cpu Module

    25. Connect the external SCSI cable (17–2944–01) to the CPU module (see Figure 2–23). Figure 2–23 Connecting the External SCSI Cable to the CPU Module MLO-012297 External SCSI cable External SCSI connector on the CPU module Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System 2–29...

  • Page 42: Connecting The Single Dssi Cable To The Daughter Card

    26. Connect the DSSI cable (17–03544–01) to the connector slot on the DSSI daughter card (see Figure 2–24). Figure 2–24 Connecting the Single DSSI Cable to the Daughter Card MLO-012298 Single DSSI cable Rear connector slot on the daughter card 2–30 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System...

  • Page 43: Module

    27. Connect the Q–bus cable (17–3545–01) to the Q–bus slot on the CPU module (see Figure 2–25). Figure 2–25 Connecting the Q–bus Cable to the CPU Module MLO-012299 Q–bus cable Q–bus connector on the CPU module Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System 2–31...

  • Page 44: Aligning The Drive Mounting Shelves

    SCSI cable (17–03587–01) to the CPU module. a. Position the shelves by lining up the bracket tabs, but do not slide them rearward yet (see Figure 2–26). Figure 2–26 Aligning the Drive Mounting Shelves MLO-012300 Bracket tabs 2–32 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System...

  • Page 45: Reinstalling The Drive Mounting Shelves

    Slide the shelves down and rearward into place so that the holes on the bracket tabs line up with their cutouts. Figure 2–27 Reinstalling the Drive Mounting Shelves MLO-012301 Internal SCSI cable Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System 2–33...

  • Page 46: Securing The Drive Mounting Shelves

    2. Tighten the remaining captive screws. 3. Replace and tighten the Phillips screws. Figure 2–28 Securing the Drive Mounting Shelves MLO-012302 Topmost captive screw Phillips screws ¡ Other captive screws 2–34 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System...
  • Page 47 The SIMMs must be reinstalled into the same slots they came from. 1. Tip the memory module rearward. 2. Slide the module into its connector while still tipped rearward, and tip it back upright. Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System 2–35...

  • Page 48: Installing A Simm

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System 2.5 Replacing the CPU Module Figure 2–29 Installing a SIMM MLO-012303 Sliding the module in Tipping it upright 2–36 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System...

  • Page 49: Reconnecting Cables And Terminators

    33. Reconnect cables and terminators to the DSSI, Q–bus, and SCSI connectors on the port cover as desired (see Figure 2–30). Figure 2–30 Reconnecting Cables and Terminators MLO-012310 DSSI connector/terminator Q–bus connectors SCSI connector/terminator ¡ Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System 2–37...

  • Page 50: Applying The New Medallion

    37. Apply the conversion label (36–15946–00) in any spot on the system box you wish. 38. Have the customer reinstall system data (if necessary). 39. Fill out the forms in Appendix A. 40. Return the original CPU module as instructed (see Appendix A). 2–38 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100 System...
  • Page 51 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.1 In This Chapter This chapter lists detailed step-by-step procedures for upgrading a VAX Model 100A system to a VAX Model 105A system. 3.2 Procedure Overview The conversion procedure is summarized next. To begin the actual conversion, turn to Section 3.3.

  • Page 52: Unpacking The Kit

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.2 Procedure Overview 15. Reinstall the enclosure cover. 16. Connect the power cable, signal cables, and terminators to the system as desired. 17. Turn on the system. 18. Have the customer reinstall system data (if necessary). 19.

  • Page 53: Contents Of The 53Xr-Aa Upgrade Kit

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.3 Unpacking the Kit 5. If any item is missing or damaged: • Contact the customer’s sales representative. • Contact the customer’s delivery agent. Table 3–1 Contents of the 53XR–AA Upgrade Kit Description Part Number Quantity Wire harness assy...

  • Page 54: Disconnecting The Power Cord

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module 3.5 Installing the CPU Module To install the new CPU module (convert to a VAX 4000 Model 105A): 1. Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet, then from the system (see Figure 3–1).

  • Page 55: Removing The Enclosure Cover

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module 2. Remove the enclosure cover by removing the two screws at the rear of the system box and sliding it forward (see Figure 3–2). Figure 3–2 Removing the Enclosure Cover MLO-010953 Screws Enclosure cover...

  • Page 56: Unscrewing The Drive Shelves

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module 3. Remove the upper and lower drive mounting shelves together as a single unit (it is not necessary to disassemble the shelves themselves). Unscrew all six screws from the shelves, leaving the topmost captive screw until last for support.
  • Page 57 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module 4. Disconnect the internal power cables from the power supply (Figure 3–4). 5. Disconnect the pigtailed, 2-pin DSSI power cable from the CPU module. (Figure 3–4). Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3–7...

  • Page 58: Disconnecting The Internal Power Cables

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module Figure 3–4 Disconnecting the Internal Power Cables MLO-012306 Internal power cable Internal power cable with pigtailed DSSI power cable CPU module DSSI power cable connector ¡ 3–8 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System...

  • Page 59: Disconnecting Internal Dssi Connectors

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module 6. Disconnect the internal DSSI connectors from all drives mounted on the shelves. Figure 3–5 shows one drive as an example. Figure 3–5 Disconnecting Internal DSSI Connectors MLO-010804 Internal DSSI connectors 7.

  • Page 60: Removing A Simm

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module 3. Lift the memory module up and out of the enclosure, and place it on an anti-static mat. Figure 3–6 Removing a SIMM Metal Board Clip MS44 Memory Modules MLO-012304 3–10 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System...

  • Page 61: Disconnecting The Internal Scsi Cable From The Cpu

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module 8. Disconnect the internal SCSI cable from the CPU module (see Figure 3–7). Figure 3–7 Disconnecting the Internal SCSI Cable from the CPU Module MLO-012305 Internal SCSI cable Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3–11...

  • Page 62: Sliding The Drive Mounting Shelves Forward

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module 9. Remove the shelves by sliding them forward (see Figure 3–8) and lifting them forward and up from the enclosure (see Figure 3–9). Figure 3–8 Sliding the Drive Mounting Shelves Forward MLO-012307 Drive mounting shelves 3–12 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System...

  • Page 63: Lifting The Drive Mounting Shelves Upward

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module Figure 3–9 Lifting the Drive Mounting Shelves Upward MLO-012289 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3–13...

  • Page 64: Removing The Dssi Daughter Card

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module 10. Disconnect the DSSI cable from the DSSI daughter card (see Figure 3–10). 11. Remove the DSSI daughter card by gently prying it loose from its connector on the CPU module, and use a standoff removal tool to compress the posts so that each corner of the card can be lifted off individually (Figure 3–10).

  • Page 65: Disconnecting The Q-Bus And External Scsi Cables

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module 12. Remove all cables from the CPU module (Figure 3–11). a. Disconnect the external SCSI cable, which runs from the port cover to the CPU module, at the connector on the CPU module. b.
  • Page 66 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module 13. To remove the CPU module, follow these steps. Caution Ensure that you do not damage any of the CPU module components by exerting too much force on them. a.

  • Page 67: Removing The Cpu Module

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module Figure 3–12 Removing the CPU Module PUSH PUSH MLO-012295 Spring clips Semicircular cutout Keyhole cutouts (10) ¡ Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3–17...
  • Page 68 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module 14. To install the new CPU module, follow these steps: a. Place the CPU module in the enclosure so that the connectors on the CPU module align with the corresponding cutouts in the back panel of the enclosure.

  • Page 69: Installing The Dssi Daughter Card

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module Figure 3–13 Installing the DSSI Daughter Card MLO-012296 Daughter card Standoff CPU module connector ¡ Note For clarity, cables not applicable to a particular step are omitted from some of the following illustrations.

  • Page 70: Connecting The External Scsi Cable To The Cpu Module

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module 16. Connect the external SCSI cable (17–2944–01) to the CPU module (see Figure 3–14). Figure 3–14 Connecting the External SCSI Cable to the CPU Module MLO-012297 External SCSI cable External SCSI connector on the CPU module 3–20 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System...

  • Page 71: Connecting The Single Dssi Cable To The Daughter Card

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module 17. Connect the DSSI cable (17–03544–01) to the connector slot on the DSSI daughter card (see Figure 3–15). Figure 3–15 Connecting the Single DSSI Cable to the Daughter Card MLO-012298 Single DSSI cable Rear connector slot on the daughter card...

  • Page 72: Module

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module 18. Connect the Q–bus cable (17–3545–01) to the Q–bus slot on the CPU module (see Figure 3–16). Figure 3–16 Connecting the Q–bus Cable to the CPU Module MLO-012299 Q–bus cable Q–bus connector on the CPU module 3–22 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System...

  • Page 73: Aligning The Drive Mounting Shelves

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module 19. Reinstall the upper and lower drive mounting shelves in the system box, and connect the internal SCSI cable (17–03587–01) to the CPU module. a. Position the shelves by lining up the bracket tabs, but do not slide them rearward yet (see Figure 3–17).

  • Page 74: Reinstalling The Drive Mounting Shelves

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module b. Connect the internal SCSI cable to its connector on the CPU module (see Figure 3–18). Slide the shelves down and rearward into place so that the holes on the bracket tabs line up with their cutouts.

  • Page 75: Securing The Drive Mounting Shelves

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module d. Tighten the shelves in place using the six screws that held them in originally (see Figure 3–19). 1. Tighten the topmost captive screw first so that the shelves do not fall and damage components underneath.
  • Page 76 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module 20. Reinstall the SIMMs as follows, beginning with the module closest to the front of the enclosure (Figure 3–20). Caution When installing a SIMM, note that the connectors on the CPU module are keyed so that you cannot install the module with an incorrect orientation.

  • Page 77: Installing A Memory Module

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module Figure 3–20 Installing a Memory Module MLO-012303 Sliding the module in Tipping it upright Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3–27...

  • Page 78: Applying The New Medallion

    Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module 21. Reconnect the DSSI connectors to the drives (see Figure 3–5). 22. Reconnect the internal power cables (see Figure 3–4). 23. Reinstall the enclosure cover (see Figure 3–2). 24.
  • Page 79 Upgrading the VAX 4000 Model 100A System 3.5 Installing the CPU Module 26. Apply the conversion label (36–15946–00) in any spot on the system box you wish. 27. Have the customer reinstall system data (if necessary). 28. Fill out the forms in Appendix A. 29.

  • Page 81: A.1 Return Procedure

    Mandatory Return Procedure and Forms The original CPU module must be returned to Digital Equipment Corporation. Digital Services personnel must follow the instructions for repackaging and returning the original CPU. The instructions apply only to United States area installations. For installations outside the United States area, contact the local Digital Equipment Corporation office for return destination instructions.

  • Page 82: A.2 Return Forms

    Ask the CAS representative for a return authorization (RA) number. CAS will contact the customer to arrange for carrier pickup and return of the module to Digital Equipment Corporation. 7. Complete both copies of the Installation Receipt. The first copy is the customer’s receipt. It shows that the installation was completed and that Digital Services contacted CAS.
  • Page 83 Mandatory Return Procedure and Forms A.2 Return Forms Digital Services Worksheet This form acts as a verification of the work performed on the system and as a check on the procedures used. Please fill out this form and return it to your Contract Administrator for updating the customer’s contract.
  • Page 84 Mandatory Return Procedure and Forms A.2 Return Forms A–4 Mandatory Return Procedure and Forms...
  • Page 85 Mandatory Return Procedure and Forms A.2 Return Forms Installation Receipt—Customer Copy For the upgrade of VAX 4000 Model 100 or VAX 4000 Model 100A to VAX 4000 Model 105A. This form acts as a customer receipt and as verification for Digital Services that the CPU module upgrade kit was installed.
  • Page 86 Mandatory Return Procedure and Forms A.2 Return Forms CPU Module Packed for Return: Customer Name: Phone Number: Customer Signature: Digital Services Representative Signature: A–6 Mandatory Return Procedure and Forms...
  • Page 87 Mandatory Return Procedure and Forms A.2 Return Forms Installation Receipt—Digital Services Copy For the upgrade of VAX 4000 Model 100 or VAX 4000 Model 100A to a VAX 4000 Model 105A. This form acts as a verification for Digital Services that the CPU module upgrade kit was installed.
  • Page 88 Mandatory Return Procedure and Forms A.2 Return Forms CPU Module Packed for Return: Customer Name: Phone Number: Customer Signature: Digital Services Representative Signature: A–8 Mandatory Return Procedure and Forms...
  • Page 89 Mandatory Return Procedure and Forms A.2 Return Forms Returned Material Checklist For the upgrade of VAX 4000 Model 100 or VAX 4000 Model 100A to a VAX 4000 Model 105A. This form must be filled out and returned with the original daughter card to ensure that the customer does not incur a penalty charge.
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