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MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98

User Information

Part Number: EK-MV489-UI. A01
November 1996
This book introduces the MicroVAX 3100 Model 88 and Model 98 systems. Use the
information in this book to configure, start, use, update, and troubleshoot your system.
You will also find general system information, such as console commands and system
care in this book.
Revision/Update Information:
This is a new manual.
Digital Equipment Corporation
Maynard, Massachusetts

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  • Page 1: User Information

    You will also find general system information, such as console commands and system care in this book. Revision/Update Information: This is a new manual. Digital Equipment Corporation Maynard, Massachusetts...
  • Page 2 First Printing, November 1996 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 Information - Class A FCC NOTICE -- CLASS A DEVICE Warning! This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. Achtung! Dieses ist ein Gerät der Funkstörgrenzwertklasse A.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1 System Overview Introduction..........................1-1 System Unit..........................1-2 Enclosure Front Panel....................1-4 Enclosure Rear Panel.....................1-6 System Components ......................1-8 System Board ......................1-10 Internal Signal Cable Routing ..................1-12 Internal Power Cable Routing ..................1-14 The Keyboard ......................1-16 2 Getting Started Introduction ........................2-1 Before Starting Your System ..................2-2 Converting the System to Lie Flat on the Desktop ............2-3...
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Connecting a Peripheral to the Asynchronous Modem Control Port ...... 2-17 Connecting Peripherals to an Optional Asynchronous Port........2-20 Connecting Peripherals to a DHW42-CB Option ..........2-22 Connecting Peripherals to an Optional Synchronous Port........2-24 Installing a SCSI Terminator on an Optional KZDDA .......... 2-26 Connecting the Power Cord ..................
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Optional SCSI Port (KZDDA) ..................3-18 Installing the KZDDA................... 3-19 External Options......................... 3-20 Connecting an External SCSI Option or Expansion Box ..........3-20 System Board Access ......................3-22 4 Troubleshooting Introduction ........................4-1 Initial Troubleshooting ....................4-1 General Troubleshooting....................4-2 5 Diagnostic Tests and Commands Power-Up Tests ......................
  • Page 8 Table of Contents APPENDIX (continued) HELP ..........................A-7 INITIALIZE........................ A-10 LOGIN ........................A-11 MOVE......................... A-11 NEXT.......................... A-13 REPEAT ........................A-15 SEARCH........................A-16 SET ..........................A-18 SHOW......................... A-20 START........................A-22 TEST........................... A-23 UNJAM........................A-24 X -- Binary Load and Unload ..................A-24 Controlling the Console Serial Line................
  • Page 9 Table of Contents APPENDIX (continued) D System Care Introduction.......................... D-1 Cleaning Your System Unit ....................D-1 Cleaning Your Terminal ....................... D-1 Cleaning Your Keyboard ...................... D-2 Moving Your System......................D-2 Packing Your System ......................D-2 Installing Your System at a New Location................D-3 E Technical Specifications Introduction..........................
  • Page 10 Table of Contents LIST OF FIGURES Figure 1-1 Front Controls, Indicators and Drive Bay Locations ..........1-4 Figure 1-2 Rear Connectors (Rear View)................1-6 Figure 1-3 System Unit Components ..................1-8 Figure 1-4 System Board Components................1-10 Figure 1-5 Internal SCSI Cable Routing ................1-12 Figure 1-6 Internal Power Cable Routing................
  • Page 11 Table of Contents LIST OF FIGURES (continued) Figure 3-11 Installing the Synchronous Communication Option ......... 3-16 Figure 3-12 Installing the Asynchronous Communication Option ........3-18 Figure 3-13 Installing the KZDDA External SCSI Option........... 3-19 Figure 3-14 Removing System Board ................. 3-22 Figure 3-15 Removing the System Board Cover ..............3-23 MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98 User Information xi...
  • Page 12 Table of Contents LIST OF TABLES Table 1-1 Front Controls, Indicators and Drive Bay Locations ..........1-5 Table 1-2 Rear Connectors ....................1-7 Table 1-3 System Unit Components ..................1-9 Table 1-4 System Board Components................. 1-11 Table 1-5 Internal SCSI Cable Components ............... 1-13 Table 1-6 Internal Power Cable Components..............
  • Page 13 Preface Welcome to the MicroVAX 3100 Model 88 and Model 98 Systems This book introduces the MicroVAX 3100 Model 88 and Model 98 Systems. Use the information in this book to configure, start, use, update, and troubleshoot your MicroVAX 3100 Model 88 and Model 98 Systems. You can also find general system information such as console commands and system care in this book.
  • Page 14 Preface • Appendix B, Console Security, Provides information on setting the security password, and logging in to the privileged console mode. • Appendix E, System Defaults, describes how to set/change the default boot device and how to set/change the default recovery action. •...
  • Page 15 Preface Abbreviations This guide uses the following abbreviations: Abbreviation Meaning alternating current ampere Celsius compact disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory International Commission for Conformity Certification of Electrical Equipment configuration file centimeters central processing unit Canadian Standards Association direct current direct memory access DRAM dynamic random-access memory...
  • Page 16 Preface Abbreviation Meaning media adapter unit megabit megabyte megahertz. millimeter nanoseconds NVRAM nonvolatile random-access memory read-only memory SCSI small computer system interface SIMMs single in-line memory modules SROM serial read-only memory Underwriters Laboratories value-added reseller V AC volts alternating current Open VMS Operating System watt xvi MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98 User Information...

  • Page 17: Special Notices

    Preface Special Notices This guide uses three kinds of notices to emphasize specific information. ________________________WARNING __________________________ A WARNING indicates the presence of a hazard that can cause personal injury. ____________________________________________________________ ________________________ CAUTION ___________________________ A CAUTION indicates the presence of a hazard that can cause damage to hardware or that might corrupt software.
  • Page 18 Preface Reader’s Comments Digital welcomes your comments on this or any other manual. Digital Equipment Corporation Shared Engineering Services PKO3-2/21J 129 Parker Street Maynard, MA 01754-2199 Please reference order number EK-MV489-UI. A01 in your correspondence. xviii MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98 User Information...

  • Page 19: System Overview

    System Overview Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of a MicroVAX 3100 Model 88/98 System. This machine has been designed and tested with the utmost attention to performance and reliability. Your system runs the OpenVMS operating system; its performance range can be extended by the addition of memory and hard disk drives.

  • Page 20: System Unit

    System Overview System Unit Your MicroVAX 3100 Model 88/98 System uses a mini-tower desktop enclosure. The system unit includes: • CPU module/motherboard with built-in SCSI, NI Bus and port, Console port, and 2 serial ports, as well as: • Model 88 Model 98 16 ns NVAX CPU chip 10 ns NVAX CPU chip...
  • Page 21 System Overview • Two SCSI ports; one standard and one optional • Synchronous and asynchronous communication adapters (optional). • ThinWire and ThickWire Ethernet • 3-year, on-site warranty • OpenVMS 5.5-2XX Refer to Appendix E, Technical Specifications, for additional information. MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98 User Information 1-3...

  • Page 22: Enclosure Front Panel

    System Overview Enclosure Front Panel Figure 1-1 shows a front view of the system enclosure with pointers to the controls and indicators (storage bay door opened for clarity). Table 1-1 describes these items. MLO-013510 Figure 1-1 Front Controls, Indicators and Drive Bay Locations 1-4 MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98 User Information...

  • Page 23: Table 1-1 Front Controls, Indicators And Drive Bay Locations

    System Overview Table 1-1 Front Controls, Indicators and Drive Bay Locations Figure Component Legend Front door Power switch Disk drive LED Power LED Halt switch: halts the system and returns it from the operating system to the console mode. RZ 2x SCSI disk (non-accessible) Accessible/Nonaccessible bay for 3.5-inch or 5.25-inch Accessible/Nonaccessible bay for 3.5-inch or 5.25-inch CD-ROM volume switch...

  • Page 24: Enclosure Rear Panel

    System Overview Enclosure Rear Panel Table 1-2 show the controls and connectors. Table 1-2 lists the rear controls and connectors and describes their functions. MLO-013511 Figure 1-2 Rear Connectors (Rear View) 1-6 MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98 User Information...

  • Page 25: Table 1-2 Rear Connectors

    System Overview Table 1-2 Rear Connectors Figure Component Legend SCSI Port (terminator required) 2A AC Power Outlet Connection AC Power Input Connector Pre-installed Software Label System Identification Label Lockdown Hasp ThinWire Ethernet ThinWire Ethernet LED ThickWire Ethernet ThickWire Ethernet LED Modem Port (with adapter) MMJ Port (for Console only) MMJ Port...

  • Page 26: System Components

    System Overview System Components Figure 1-3 shows the location of the MicroVAX 3100 Model 88 and Model 98 Systems components. Table 1-3 lists the system components. MLO-013606 Figure 1-3 System Unit Components 1-8 MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98 User Information...

  • Page 27: Table 1-3 System Unit Components

    System Overview Table 1-3 System Unit Components Figure Component Legend Front Door CD-ROM System Disk Drive System Board SIMM Board (required) SIMM Board (optional) Power Supply Rear Drive Bay DHW42 Asynchronous Option DSW43 Synchronous Option SCSI (2nd) Optional CDAL I/O Board MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98 User Information 1-9...

  • Page 28: System Board

    System Overview System Board Figure 1-4 shows the location of the MicroVAX 3100 Model 88 and Model 98 system board components. Table 1-4 describes these components. If it is necessary to access components on the system board, refer to Chapter 3, Figure 3-14 for system board removal and Figure 3-15 for removing the plastic system board cover.

  • Page 29: Table 1-4 System Board Components

    System Overview Table 1-4 System Board Components Figure Components Legend CPU Fan Connector (J25) MEM1 Carrier Connector (J4) MEM2 Carrier Connector (J1) Diagnostic Display LEDs (D26, D29); indicate system and test status for Digital Services engineers using the on-line Service Guide. Diagnostic Display LEDs (D31) Break/Enable Switch (See below)

  • Page 30: Internal Signal Cable Routing

    System Overview Internal Signal Cable Routing Figure 1-5 shows the routing of the SCSI cable in MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98 systems. Table 1-5 lists the components. MLO-013704 Figure 1-5 Internal SCSI Cable Routing 1-12 MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98 User Information...

  • Page 31: Table 1-5 Internal Scsi Cable Components

    System Overview Table 1-5 Internal SCSI Cable Components Figure Components Legend CDAL I/O Optional Hard Drive Optional Hard Drive CD-ROM Optional Storage Device Optional Storage Device Hard Drive Terminated SCSI Port MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98 User Information 1-13...

  • Page 32: Internal Power Cable Routing

    System Overview Internal Power Cable Routing Figure 1-6 shows the routing of the internal power cable in MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98 systems. Table 1-6 lists the components. MLO-013703 Figure 1-6 Internal Power Cable Routing 1-14 MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98 User Information...

  • Page 33: Table 1-6 Internal Power Cable Components

    System Overview Table 1-6 Internal Power Cable Components Figure Components Legend Power Supply Optional Hard Drive Optional Hard Drive CDAL I/O CD-ROM Optional Storage Device Optional Storage Device Hard Drive MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98 User Information 1-15...

  • Page 34: The Keyboard

    System Overview The Keyboard Your system comes equipped with a 101-key enhanced keyboard (ordered separately and shown in Figure 1-7) that allows you to communicate with your system by entering data or commands. Note that some European keyboards have 108 keys. Refer to Table 1-7 for information on keyboard key groups and functions.

  • Page 35: Table 1-7 Key Groups And Functions

    System Overview Table 1-7 Key Groups and Functions Figure Key, Key Group Function Legend [Escape] key This key is program-specific. Its function is determined by the installed application software. Function key group These keys are program-specific. Their functions are determined by the installed application software.

  • Page 37: Getting Started

    Getting Started Introduction This chapter describes how to install, start, restart, and turn off your MicroVAX 3100 Model 88 and Model 98 Systems. You can also find information here about preloaded software as well as guidelines for system security. Figure 2-1 shows a typical MicroVAX 3100 Model 88 and Model 98 System in its tower configuration.

  • Page 38: Before Starting Your System

    Getting Started ML013512 Figure 2-1 MicroVAX 3100 Model 88/98 System Before Starting Your System Before you start your system MicroVAX 3100 Model 88 and Model 98 System, follow this procedure: 1. Read and understand the information supplied with your system. 2.

  • Page 39: Converting The System To Lie Flat On The Desktop

    Getting Started Converting the System to Lie Flat on the Desktop Your MicroVAX 3100 Model 88 or Model 98 system is shipped in the tower configuration as shown in Figure 2-1. The system can also be used in a desktop configuration as shown in Figure 2-2.

  • Page 40: Locking Your System

    Getting Started If you wish to use your MicroVAX 3100 Model 88/98 system in its desktop configuration, you must first remove the front door. 1. With the door open, push on each hinge, as shown, to disengage them. Lift the door away.

  • Page 41: Figure 2-4 Removing The Cover

    Getting Started _________________________ Caution ___________________________ To avoid damage from static discharge, touch bare (unpainted) metal on the system box before you touch anything inside the system. b. To avoid damage from overheating, system covers must be in place when running the system for extended periods of time. ____________________________________________________________ 1.

  • Page 42: Identifying The Correct Ac Power Cord

    Getting Started 3. Insert the end of the hasp with the hole in it through the slot on the rear of the enclosure. 4. Place the other end of the hasp securely behind the slot on the rear panel. You may use a lock through the hasp, or use a chain or cable lock through the hasp to secure the system to a table.

  • Page 43: Installing Your System

    Getting Started ________________________WARNING __________________________ Do not attempt to modify or use an external 115V AC power cord for 230V AC input power. Modifying the power cord can cause personal injury and severe equipment damage. ____________________________________________________________ Power cords supplied with the MicroVAX 3100 Model 88 and Model 98 System meet the following criteria: •...

  • Page 44: Figure 2-6 System Enclosure Airflow

    Getting Started MLO-013695 Figure 2-6 System Enclosure Airflow _______________________ CAUTIONS _________________________ To ensure that your system is properly cooled: • Make sure that air can freely flow into the front, and out of the rear of the system unit. • Do not remove a filler plate until you are ready to add a new system component.

  • Page 45: Connecting System Components

    Getting Started Connecting System Components To connect the components of your MicroVAX 3100 Model 88 and Model 98 System, follow this procedure: Connecting the Console Terminal To connect the console terminal, refer to Figure 2-7 and follow these steps: 1. Connect one end of the terminal cable to the modified modular jack (MMJ) port on the rear of the system.

  • Page 46: Network Connection And Termination

    Getting Started _________________________ NOTE____________________________ When the system is shipped, MMJ ports 0 and 1 are covered with an arrow label identifying port 3 as the console port. When port 3 has been identified, the OPA0 arrow label may be removed. ___________________________________________________________ Network Connection and Termination Your MicroVAX 3100 Model 88/98 System can be connected to either a ThinWire...

  • Page 47: Figure 2-8 Selecting The Thinwire Or Thickwire Ethernet

    Getting Started MLO-013614 Figure 2-8 Selecting the ThinWire or ThickWire Ethernet MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98 User Information 2-11...

  • Page 48: Connecting Thinwire Ethernet

    Getting Started Connecting ThinWire Ethernet If you are using ThinWire Ethernet, follow these steps: 1. Assemble the terminator, extender, t-connector and ThinWire Ethernet Cable connector as shown in Figure 2-9. MLO-013701 Figure 2-9 Assembling the ThinWire Ethernet Connector 2. Connect the assembly to the ThinWire Ethernet port on the rear of the system. 3.

  • Page 49: Figure 2-10 Installing The Thinwire Ethernet

    Getting Started MLO-013615 Figure 2-10 Installing the ThinWire Ethernet MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98 User Information 2-13...

  • Page 50: Connecting Thickwire Ethernet

    Getting Started Connecting ThickWire Ethernet If you are using ThickWire Ethernet, connect it as follows: 1. If you are using ThickWire Ethernet, configure the jumper as in Figure 2-8. 2. Attach the 15-pin connector on the ThickWire Ethernet transceiver cable to the ThickWire Ethernet port on the rear of the system by sliding the clip upward.

  • Page 51: Connecting A Scsi Cable Or The Scsi Terminator

    Getting Started Connecting a SCSI Cable or the SCSI Terminator To connect the SCSI terminator, follow these steps: 1. If you have an external small computer system interface (SCSI) interface or SCSI storage box, connect the SCSI cable to the SCSI port on the rear of the system, otherwise install the SCSI terminator (supplied with your system).

  • Page 52: Connecting External Options To The System

    Getting Started Connecting External Options to the System The following subsections contain information on these tasks: • Connecting peripherals to a DEC423 MMJ port • Connecting a peripheral to the asynchronous modem control port (port2) • Connecting peripherals to an optional asynchronous port •...

  • Page 53: Connecting A Peripheral To The Asynchronous Modem Control Port

    Getting Started MLO-013617 Figure 2-13 Connecting Peripherals to a DEC423 MMJ Port Connecting a Peripheral to the Asynchronous Modem Control Port You can connect peripherals that use EIA-232 connectors to the asynchronous modem control port 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 54: Figure 2-14 Connecting An Eia Connector To The Asynchronous Port

    Getting Started EIA-232 cables are available in the following lengths: 10 feet (BC22F-10), 25 feet (BC22F-25), or 50 feet (BC22F-50). The peripheral you are using may require a null- modem extension cable. See the peripheral documentation or contact your Digital sales representative for information on the correct null-modem cable to use.

  • Page 55: Figure 2-15 Connecting A Dec423 Connector To The Asynchronous Port

    Getting Started If you are connecting a peripheral using DEC423 cables, refer to Figure 2-15 and follow these steps: Set the ON/OFF switch on the peripheral to the OFF (O) position. a) Connect the EIA-232 to DEC423 adapter to the asynchronous modem control port. b) Tighten the screws on each side of the adapter using a small screwdriver.

  • Page 56: Connecting Peripherals To An Optional Asynchronous Port

    Getting Started Connecting Peripherals to an Optional Asynchronous Port There are two asynchronous communications options for Micro VAX 3100 88/98 systems: • DHW42-BB -- Provides two eight-line data-line-only asynchronous ports • DHW42-CB -- Provides two four-line asynchronous ports with modem control If the system has the DHW42-BB asynchronous communications option installed, the system has one or two eight-line data-only asynchronous ports.

  • Page 57: Figure 2-16 Connect A Dhw42-Bb Asynchronous Port

    Getting Started MLO-013620 Figure 2-16 Connect a DHW42-BB Asynchronous Port MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98 User Information 2-21...

  • Page 58: Connecting Peripherals To A Dhw42-Cb Option

    Getting Started Connecting Peripherals to a DHW42-CB Option If the system has the DHW42-CB 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 59: Figure 2-17 Connecting To A Dhw42-Cb Asynchronous Port

    Getting Started MLO-013621 Figure 2-17 Connecting to a DHW42-CB Asynchronous Port MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98 User Information 2-23...

  • Page 60: Connecting Peripherals To An Optional Synchronous Port

    Getting Started Connecting Peripherals to an Optional Synchronous Port If the system has the DSW43-AA synchronous communications option installed, the system has two synchronous modem ports. The EIA-232/V.24 cable (BC19D-02) is the standard cable shipped with the option. If you are using a synchronous interface standard other than EIA-232/V.24, use one of the optional cables listed in Table 3-3.

  • Page 61: Figure 2-18 Connecting To A Dsw43-Aa Synchronous Port

    Getting Started MLO-013622 Figure 2-18 Connecting to a DSW43-AA Synchronous Port MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98 User Information 2-25...

  • Page 62: Installing A Scsi Terminator On An Optional Kzdda

    Getting Started Installing a SCSI Terminator on an Optional KZDDA If you are installing a SCSI terminator, refer to Figure 2-19 below. MLO-013702 Figure 2-19 Installing a SCSI Terminator on an Optional KZDDA 2-26 MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98 User Information...

  • Page 63: Connecting The Power Cord

    Getting Started Connecting the Power Cord _________________________ Caution ___________________________ Your system uses a momentary switch for On/Off control. Always assume that your system will come on when the AC power cord is installed. ____________________________________________________________ To connect the power cord, refer to Figure 2-20 and follow these steps: 1.

  • Page 64: Starting Your System

    Getting Started Starting Your System To turn on the system, refer to Figure 2-21 and follow these steps: 1. Verify your system is OFF by the Power LED indicator. 2. Turn on the console terminal. Wait until it completes its power-up self test. See the terminal documentation for more information.

  • Page 65: Checking The Power-Up Test Results

    Getting Started Checking the Power-Up Test Results The power-up test can take several minutes to complete, depending on the number of installed options you have and on which default settings you use: A. If the power-up test results on the screen are similar to the results shown below, the system has passed the power-up test.
  • Page 66 Getting Started KA58-A or KA59-A V1.0, VMB 2.16 Performing normal system tests. 74..73..72..71..70..69..68..67..66..65..64..63..62..61..60..59.. ™ ? Test_Subtest_31_05 Loop_Subtest=00 Err_Type=FF DE_Memory_Setup_CSRs.lis Vec=0000 Prev_Errs=0000 P1=00000000 P2=01000000 P3=00000001 P4=00010000 P5=2101801C P6=00000007 P7=80000003 P8=0000CF4A P9=00000001 P10=2006B8D8 š r0=00000002 r1=21018000 r2=00000008 r3=81000000 r4=00000001 r5=01000000 r6=2006EB77 r7=21018048 r8=00000000 r9=20140758 r10=00000000 r11=FFFFFFFF dser=0000 cesr=00000000 intmsk=00 icsr=01 pcsts=FA00 pcadr=FFFFFFF8 pcctl=FC13 cctl=00000020 bcetsts=0360 bcedsts=0F00 cefsts=00019200 nests=00...

  • Page 67: Testing The Ethernet Installation

    Getting Started Testing the Ethernet Installation When you complete the network installation procedure, follow these steps to test the installation: 1. Attach your power cord and turn the system ON. 2. Enter the following command to test the installation: >>>T 5F >>>...

  • Page 68: Completing The Ethernet Installation

    Getting Started 6. If the device fails, see Chapters 5, Troubleshooting, and 6, Diagnostic Tests and Commands. 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.

  • Page 69: Removing The System Unit From A Thinwire Ethernet Cable

    Getting Started __________________________ 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 70: Booting The Operating System

    Getting Started Booting the Operating System The system is supplied with factory installed software (FIS) on the system disk. Boot the operating system following the procedures in the OpenVMS Factory Installed Software User Guide. Turning Off Your System Before turning off your system, make sure to save and close all open files. If you turn the system off without saving and closing files, you could corrupt some or all of your data.

  • Page 71: Figure 2-22 Recommendations For Posture And Work Habits

    Getting Started Figure 2-22 Recommendations for Posture and Work Habits Table 2-1 Recommendations for Posture and Work Habits Adjust Figure To allow the following conditions: Callout Chair Your feet are flat on the floor. Your legs are vertical and form a right angle to the floor. Your thighs are horizontal, and they are not bearing weight.
  • Page 72 Getting Started Adjust Figure To allow the following conditions: Callout Keyboard Your wrists are straight and do not flex more than 15 degrees. They are supported and do not rest on sharp edges. If you use a mouse, rest your hand on the mouse so your wrist is not on the work surface.
  • Page 73 Getting Started Table 2-1. Recommendations for Posture and Work Habits (continued) Adjust Figure To allow for the following conditions: Callout Noise Keep background noise at a minimum. Background noise above 65 dBa is tiring. Sound-absorbing materials (for example, curtains, carpeting, and acoustic tile) can help reduce background noise.

  • Page 75: Installing Hardware Options

    Installing Hardware Options Introduction This chapter covers the following topics related to installing system options on the Digital MicroVAX 3100 Model 88 and Model 98 Systems: • Opening and closing the system cover • Installing additional system memory • Installing internal drives •...

  • Page 76: Removing The Cover

    Installing Hardware Options Removing the Cover To gain access to the inside of the MicroVAX 3100 Model 88 and Model 98 Systems, remove the cover following this procedure: 1. Turn off your system, the terminal, and all external peripheral devices. 2.

  • Page 77: Cache Memory

    Installing Hardware Options Cache Memory The MicroVAX 3100 Model 88 system has 128 KB of cache on the system board; the MicroVAX 3100 Model 98 system has 512 KB of on board cache. System Memory The MicroVAX 3100 Model 88 and Model 98 Systems have one bank of four Single-In- Line Memory Modules (SIMMs) with 16 MB each, for a total of 64 MB.

  • Page 78: Installing Or Removing Memory Modules (Simms)

    Installing Hardware Options MLO-013629 Figure 3-2 SIMM Bank Configuration Installing or Removing Memory Modules (SIMMs) To add or remove a set of memory modules (SIMMs) to a bank, see Figure 3-3 and follow this procedure: 1. Turn off your system and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. 2.

  • Page 79: Figure 3-3 Removing The Simm Board

    Installing Hardware Options MLO-013650 Figure 3-3 Removing the SIMM Board 4. Hold the SIMM board so that the bottom side of the SIMMs face toward you. Remove the first SIMM from connector J4 by tilting the top of it gently toward you and lifting it out.

  • Page 80: Storage Devices

    Installing Hardware Options MLO-013651 Figure 3-4 Removing/Installing a SIMM Board 5. Install/reinstall the SIMMs as desired by tipping the top of the SIMM to be placed furthest from you toward you, and inserting its base in the appropriate connector. Install the other SIMMs in the same manner, working toward you. 6.

  • Page 81: Scsi Addresses (Scsi Id's)

    Installing Hardware Options SCSI Addresses (SCSI ID’s) Before installing a SCSI device, you must either set or verify the setting of the device’s SCSI address (SCSI ID). The SCSI controller chip is normally assigned device ID seven. Digital recommends that you use Table 3-1 as a guide for the selection of an address for your SCSI drive.

  • Page 82: Internal Scsi Termination

    Installing Hardware Options Internal SCSI Termination The internal SCSI cable used for the MicroVAX 3100 Model 88 and Model 98 Systems is a flat ribbon cable with integrated on-board termination. Therefore, NO storage devices should have termination enabled. SCSI Bus Length The total SCSI bus length, including internal cables and etch on the motherboard as well as the external cables between the system and the storage enclosures must not exceed 6 meters (19.6).

  • Page 83: Figure 3-5 Installing The 3.5 Inch Brackets

    Installing Hardware Options To install the brackets on a 3.5-inch device, refer to Figure 3-5 and follow these steps: 1. Align the device as shown in Figure 3-5 with the internal cable connectors facing away from you. The SCSI connector should be oriented at the rear of the assembly. 2.

  • Page 84: Figure 3-6 Removing The Front Bezel

    Installing Hardware Options ML013593 Figure 3-6 Removing the Front Bezel 4. Remove the EMI shield covering the slot you are filling by pushing it out from the š inside of the enclosure. Refer to Figure 3-7, Item › 5. Attach the drive rail, Figure 3-7, Item onto the device (or onto the mounted bracket if you are installing a 3.5-inch device) using the screws provided.

  • Page 85: Figure 3-7 Installing Optional Devices In The Front Bay

    Installing Hardware Options enclosure; seat removable media devices (such as a CD-ROM) so that the front will be even with the front of the bezel after it is reinstalled. œ 7. Insert the screws, Figure 3-7 Item (four total) , through the side of the bay and into the device as shown.

  • Page 86: Installing A Hard Disk Drive In The Rear Storage Bay

    Installing Hardware Options Installing a Hard Disk Drive in the Rear Storage Bay One or two optional 1 inch x 3.5-inch hard disk drives can be installed in the rear storage bay. To install a hard disk in this bay, refer to Figure 3-8 and follow these procedures: 1.

  • Page 87: Figure 3-9 Installing Optional Hard Drives In The Rear Bay

    Installing Hardware Options 4. Set the drive into position in the bay (fill the bottom slot of the bay first, as shown in Figure 3-9, and place the second drive on top of the first). 5. Insert the four screws through the side of the bay and into the device as shown. MLO-013597 Figure 3-9 Installing Optional Hard Drives in the Rear Bay 6.

  • Page 88: Communications Options

    Installing Hardware Options Communications Options There are five slots on the rear of the MicroVAX 3100 88/98 systems available for communications options. The slots are numbered 1 through 5, from bottom to top (numbers are visible from the inside of the chassis). Slot 5 may be used for synchronous communication, Slot 4 asynchronous communication, Slots 3 and 4 are reserved for future use and Slot 1 functions as an optional external SCSI port.

  • Page 89: Synchronous Communication Option

    DHW42 (Asynchronous) Synchronous Communication Option The MicroVAX 3100 88/98 systems support the DSW43-AA synchronous communications option. This communications option provides two synchronous communications ports and allows you to connect the system to a peripheral that uses an EIA-232 (V.24) 25-pin connector via a 2-ft cable.

  • Page 90: Asynchronous Communication Options

    5. Close the cover, connect the power cord and plug it into the wall outlet. Asynchronous Communication Options The MicroVAX 3100 88/98 systems support two different asynchronous communications options. These options are as follows: • DHW42-BB -- This asynchronous option provides 16 asynchronous DEC423 data- line-only communications lines through two system ports.

  • Page 91: Installing The Asynchronous Communication Option

    Installing the Asynchronous Communication Option The MicroVAX 3100 88/98 systems support two different asynchronous communications options, DHW42-BB and DHW42-CB in the top slot of the I/O receiver. To install either of these, refer to Figure 3-12 follow these instructions: 1.

  • Page 92: Optional Scsi Port (Kzdda)

    5. Close the cover, connect the power cord and plug it into the wall outlet. Optional SCSI Port (KZDDA) The MicroVAX 3100 88/98 systems supports seven additional external SCSI devices with the KZDDA option. 3-18 MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98 User Information...

  • Page 93: Installing The Kzdda

    Installing Hardware Options Installing the KZDDA The KZDDA external SCSI option is installed in the bottom I/O slot. To install the KZDDA option, refer to Figure 3-13 and follow these instructions: 1. Turn off the system, unplug the power cord and remove the cover. 2.

  • Page 94: External Options

    Installing Hardware Options External Options The MicroVAX 3100 88/98 systems can accommodate the following options: • SCSI devices and expansion boxes • Printers, terminals, modems, and other devices that use asynchronous or synchronous connectors Your Digital sales representative can give you information on how to order a full range of SCSI and Q-bus expansion boxes, printers, terminals, modems, and other devices that are compatible with MicroVAX 3100 88/98 systems.
  • Page 95 Installing Hardware Options To connect an external SCSI device, or a SCSI expansion box, follow these steps: 1. Set the drive jumpers or switches for the desired SCSI ID. 2. Remove the SCSI terminator and connect the option’s SCSI cable to the port. Be sure that you use a cable with a SCSI 50-pin high density type connector.

  • Page 96: System Board Access

    Installing Hardware Options System Board Access To access the system board, the enclosure cover must first be removed, then release the two module clips and gently slide board out. Refer to Figure 3-14. MLO-013710 Figure 3-14 Removing System Board 3-22 MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98 User Information...

  • Page 97: Figure 3-15 Removing The System Board Cover

    Installing Hardware Options If you need to access components on the system board that are underneath the plastic cover š › , remove the two nuts and the clip . See Figure 3-15. MLO-013711 Figure 3-15 Removing the System Board Cover MicroVAX 3100 Models 88/98 User Information 3-23...

  • Page 99: Troubleshooting

    1-800-354-9000 or 1-800-DIGITAL. __________________________NOTE ____________________________ If you need to return a failed component, pack it in its original container and return it to Digital Equipment Corporation or to your service provider. ____________________________________________________________ MicroVax 3100 Models 88/98 User Information 4-1...

  • Page 100: General Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting Tables 4-1 through 4-4 list how to identify and solve problems that could occur with your system, disk drive, and terminal. Table 4-1 System Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action Power indicator not on. System is not plugged in. Turn off the system, plug it in, and then turn it back on again.
  • Page 101 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action Power is on, but there is no Brightness and contrast Adjust the brightness and con- screen display. controls are not correctly trast controls. set. Terminal is off. Turn on the terminal. Terminal cable or power Check all terminal connections: cord is incorrectly installed.

  • Page 102: Table 4-1 System Troubleshooting (Continued)

    Troubleshooting Table 4-1 System Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Possible Cause Action The power up test display The terminal settings are Make sure the settings are contains unexpected incorrect, or the console correct, then run the power-up characters. circuitry is faulty. test again. If the terminal is set correctly, and trouble persists, contact your Digital services representative.

  • Page 103: Table 4-3 Terminal Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Table 4-3 Terminal Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action Terminal power indicator is Terminal is turned off. Turn on the terminal. not on. Power cord is not Connect the power cord to the connected. system or a wall outlet. No power at wall outlet. Use another outlet.

  • Page 105: Diagnostic Tests And Commands

    Diagnostic Tests and Commands There are a number of diagnostic tests and commands that can help you to isolate a problem with the system unit. These tests and commands are as follows: • Power-up tests • Diagnostic tests and utilities. You can use these tests and commands in privileged console mode only if the console security feature is enabled and the password is set.
  • Page 106 Diagnostic Tests and Commands › Tests completed. œ >>> Central Processing Unit (CPU) Name, Firmware Version Number, and š Virtual Memory Boot (VMB) Version Number › Read-Only Memory (ROM) Based Diagnostics Countdown Status Message œ Console Prompt The following example shows a typical display for a system that passes all tests and then enters automatic bootstrap.
  • Page 107 Diagnostic Tests and Commands • If HALT action is set to Default, Halt or Restart, then the system enters console mode. The only errors defined as minor are errors in memory that cause pages to be marked bad in the memory bitmap. There must be enough good memory left to allow an attempt to bootstrap.

  • Page 108: Diagnostic Tests And Utilities

    Diagnostic Tests and Commands Operating system messages start here. Abbreviated error message for memory error Memory errors normally cause the results of a SHOW MEMORY display to occur after the tests are completed and before continuing. SHOW MEMORY is the most useful command to determine which memory SIMMs are bad when memory errors occur.
  • Page 109 Diagnostic Tests and Commands 2006A23C Memory_ECC_SBEs start_add end_add add_incr cont_on_err ****** 2006940C Memory_Byte_Errors start_add end_add add_incr cont_on_err ****** 20069BA0 Memory_ECC_Logic start_add end_add add_incr cont_on_err ****** 20068FE8 Memory_Address start_add end_add add_incr cont_on_err ****** 20069188 Memory_Byte start_add end_add add_incr cont_on_err ****** 2006B7F4 Memory_Data start_add end_add add_incr cont_on_err ****** 2005803C...
  • Page 110 Diagnostic Tests and Commands 20060C70 V_Cache_diag_mode bypass_test_mask ********* 2005DE90 O_Bit_diag_mode bypass_test_mask ********* 2006139C PB_Flush_Cache ********** 2005E850 Speed print_speed ********* 2006C060 NO_Memory_present 2005F0DC B_Cache_Data_debug start_add end_add add_incr ******* 2005EC64 B_Cache_Tag_Debug start_add end_add add_incr ******* 2005E2A8 O_BIT_DEBUG start_add end_add add_incr seg_incr ****** 2006D4D4 SCSI environment reset_bus time_s *******...

  • Page 111: Table 5-1 Option Card Tests

    Diagnostic Tests and Commands 102 CSSE mode, continous until ^C 103 Manuf mode, continous until ^C 104 Manuf TINA mode, continous until ^C 105 Manuf mode, 2 passes 106 CSSE mode, select tests, continous until ^C 107 Manuf mode, select tests, continous until ^C __________________________NOTE ____________________________ Tests 101 through 107 are reserved for use by Digital services.
  • Page 112 Diagnostic Tests and Commands SHAC Not used on MicroVAX 3100, SHAC option only console_QDSS Not used on MicroVAX 3100, QBUS systems only QDSS_any Not used on MicroVAX 3100, QBUS systems only Qbus_MSCP Not used on MicroVAX 3100, QBUS systems only Qbus_DELQA Not used on MicroVAX 3100, QBUS systems only QZA_Intlpbck1...

  • Page 113: Power-Up Error Messages

    Diagnostic Tests and Commands You must enter three zeros (0) as place holders for the three parameters that occur before the user-specified parameter, mark_hard_SBEs. The last value (1) is a parameter. You can then specify the mark_hard_SBEs parameter in the Memory_Init_Bitmap test as follows: >>>...

  • Page 114: Example 2

    Diagnostic Tests and Commands 42..41..40..39..38..37..36..35..34..33..32..31..30..29..28..27.. 26..25..24..23..22..21..20..19..18..17..16..15..14..13..12..11.. 10..09.. ? Test_Subtest_E8_03 Loop_Subtest=00 Err_Type=FF DE_SYNC.lis Vec=0000 Prev_Errs=0001 P1=09000001 P2=00000000 P3=00000000 P4=00000000 P5=00000000 P6=00000000 P7=00000000 P8=00000000 P9=00000000 P10=00000000 Stat=0112 FRU=20 LED=00 Ext_Stat 00090014 00EE001D 00020002 0000EFCE 00000000 20040000 7FDEDFFF 00000000 dser=0000 cesr=00000000 intmsk=00 icsr=01 pcsts=F800 pcctl=FC13 cctl=00000021 bcetsts=0000 bcedsts=0000 cefsts=00019220 nests=00 mmcdsr=01111000 mesr=00006000 08..07..06..05..04..03..

  • Page 115: Example 3

    Diagnostic Tests and Commands Memory configuration error. ? Test_Subtest_40_09 Loop_Subtest=00 Err_Type=FF DE_Memory_count_pages.lis 30..29..28..27..26..25..24..23..22..21..20..19..18..17..16..15.. 14..13..12..11..10..09..08..07..06..05..04..03.. Memory Set 0: 00000000 to 03FFFFFF, 64MBs, 131072 good pages, 0 bad pages Set 0 on SIMM_carrier_J4 (J5...) (J6...) (J7...) (J8 ??) Memory Set 1: 00000000 to 07FFFFFF, 128MBs, 262144 good pages, 0 bad pages Set 1 on SIMM_carrier_J4 (J1...) (J2...)

  • Page 116: Example 4

    Diagnostic Tests and Commands ? Test_Subtest_40_06 Loop_Subtest=00 Err_Type=FF DE_Memory_count_pages.lis 21..20..19..18..17..16..15..14..13..12..11..10..09..08..07..06.. 05..04..03.. Memory Set 0: 00000000 to 07FFFFF, 128MBs, 0 good pages, 262144 bad pages Set 0 on SIMM_carrier_J4 (J5...) (J6...) (J7 ??) (J8...) Memory Set 1: 08000000 to 07FFFFFF, 128MBs, 262144 good pages, 0 bad pages Set 1 on SIMM_carrier_J4 (J1...) (J2...)

  • Page 117: Example 5

    Diagnostic Tests and Commands dser=0000 cesr=00000000 intmsk=00 icsr=01 pcsts=FA00 pcadr=FFFFFFF8 pcctl=FC13 cctl=00000020 bcetsts=0360 bcedsts=0F00 cefsts=00019200 nests=00 mmcdsr=00666640 mesr=00000000 Normal operation not possible. Example 5 The following example represents a case where only one of the four SIMMS are installed in Set 1. KA58-A or KA59-A V1.0, VMB 2.16 Performing normal system tests.

  • Page 118: Example 6

    Diagnostic Tests and Commands Example 6 The following example represents a case where there are two SIMM carriers installed and the SIMM is defective or not installed on one the carriers. KA58-A or KA59-A V1.0, VMB 2.16 Performing normal system tests. 71..70..69..68..67..66..65..64..63..62..61..60..59..58..57..56..
  • Page 119 Diagnostic Tests and Commands Enter the following command to see the configuration display: >>> Show CONFIG If the system does not detect any errors in the most recent power-up tests or diagnostic utilities, it responds with a configuration display similar to the following: KA58-A or KA59-A V1.0, VMB 2.16 08-00-2B-33-CF-C9...
  • Page 120 Diagnostic Tests and Commands › Device Status Column œ SCSI Ids and SCSI Device Names The test numbers listed identify the normal test or script number to run to verify the device listed. There are additional tests and utilities for some devices. Test 0 calls the power-up script.

  • Page 121: Error Display

    Diagnostic Tests and Commands >>> Error Information -- Write down this information before you contact your Digital services representative. Error Display You can use the error display to display certain errors detected during the last power-up test or diagnostic utility. To see the error display, enter the following command: >>>...

  • Page 122: Equipment Log

    Diagnostic Tests and Commands 2. Look at the status LED display on the CPU in the system unit, and write down the numbers of the LEDs that are lit. 3. List the steps you took to correct the problem as well and their results. 4.

  • Page 123: A Console Commands

    Console Commands This appendix describes the console commands that you can enter when the system is in console mode. Entering Console Mode To use the console commands, the system must be in console mode. To enter console mode, you must shut down the operating system software if it is running. Follow these steps to enter console mode.

  • Page 124: Boot

    Console Commands BOOT The BOOT command initializes the processor and executes the VMB (virtual memory block) program. The VMB program tries to boot the operating system from the specified device or list of devices, or from the default boot device if none is specified. The console qualifies the bootstrap operation by passing a boot flags bitmap to the VMB program in Format: BOOT [qualifier-list] [{boot_device},{boot_device},...]...

  • Page 125: Continue

    Console Commands cause a (VAL TOO BIG) error message. When specifying a list of boot devices, separate the device names using commas. Do not use spaces. The console checks the length of the device name, but does not interpret or validate it. The console converts the string to uppercase, then passes the VMB program a string containing the device name in R0.

  • Page 126: Deposit

    Console Commands >>> CONTINUE !OpenVMS DCL prompt DEPOSIT The DEPOSIT command deposits data into the address specified. If you do not specify an address space or data size qualifier, the console uses the last address space and data size used in a DEPOSIT, EXAMINE, MOVE, or SEARCH command. After processor initialization, the default address space is physical memory, the default data size is longword, and the default address is zero.

  • Page 127: Examine

    Console Commands >>> D/N:200 - 0 ! Starting at previous address, clear ! 513 longwords or 2052 bytes. EXAMINE The EXAMINE command examines the contents of the memory location or register specified by the address. If no address is specified, + is assumed. The display line consists of a single character address specifier, the physical address to be examined, and the examined data.

  • Page 128: Find

    Console Commands G 00000004 00000000 G 00000005 00000000 G 00000006 00000000 G 00000007 00000000 G 00000008 00000000 G 00000009 801D9000 >>> EX PR$_SCBB !Examine the SCBB, IPR 17 I 00000011 2004A000 ! (decimal). >>> E/P 0 ! Examine local memory 0. P 00000000 00000000 >>>...

  • Page 129: Halt

    Console Commands Command specific: /MEMORY Searches memory for a page-aligned block of good memory, 128K bytes in length. The search checks only memory that is deemed usable by the bitmap. This command leaves the contents of memory unchanged. /RPB Searches all physical memory for an RPB. The search does not use the bitmap to qualify which pages are checked.

  • Page 130: Initialize

    Console Commands >>> HELP Following is a brief summary of all the commands supported by the console: UPPERCASE denotes a keyword that you must type in denotes an OR condition denotes optional parameters <> denotes a field specifying a syntactically correct value denotes one of an inclusive range of integers denotes that the previous item may be repeated Valid qualifiers:...
  • Page 131 Console Commands SET BFLG <boot_flags> SET BOOT <boot_device> SET HALT <0..4 |DEFAULT|RESTART|REBOOT|HALT|RESTART_REBOOT> SET LANGUAGE <1..15>) SET PSE <0..1 | DISABLED | ENABLED> SET PSWD <password> SET RECALL <0..1 | DISABLED | ENABLED> SET SCSI_ID <0..7> SHOW BFLG SHOW BOOT SHOW CONFIG SHOW DEVICE SHOW ERROR SHOW ETHERNET...
  • Page 132 Console Commands INITIALIZE The INITIALIZE command performs a processor initialization. Format: INITIALIZE The following registers are initialized: Register State at Initialization 041F0000 ASTLVL SISR ICCS Bits <6> and <0> clear; the rest are unpredictable RXCS TXCS MAPEN Caches Flushed Instruction buffer Unaffected Console previous reference Longword, physical, address 0...

  • Page 133: Move

    Console Commands • QUART LPR register is set to 9600 baud Example: >>> INIT >>> LOGIN Allows you to put the system in privileged console mode. When the console security feature is enabled and when you put the system in console mode, the system operates in unprivileged console mode.
  • Page 134 Console Commands The MOVE command performs byte, word, longword, and quadword reads and writes to moving the data efficiently. The MOVE command supports physical and virtual address spaces only. Format: MOVE [qualifier-list] {src_address} {dest_address} Qualifiers: Data control: /B, /W, /L, /Q, /N:{count}, /STEP:{size}, /WRONG Address space control: /V, /U, /P Arguments: {src_address}...

  • Page 135: Next

    Console Commands >>> MOV/N:4 200 0 ! Move the data. >>> EX/N:4 0 ! Observe moved data. P 00000000 58DD0520 P 00000004 585E04C1 P 00000008 00FF8FBB P 0000000C 5208A8D0 P 00000010 540CA8DE >>> NEXT The NEXT command executes the specified number of macro instructions. If no count is specified, 1 is assumed.
  • Page 136 Console Commands Examples: >>> DEP 1000 50D650D4 ! Create a simple program. >>> EP 1004 125005D1 >>> EP 1008 00FE11F9 >>> EX /INSTRUCTION /N:5 1000 ! List it. P 00001000 D4 CLRL P 00001002 D6 INCL P 00001004 D1 CMPL S^#05,R0 P 00001007 12 BNEQ...

  • Page 137: Repeat

    Console Commands REPEAT The REPEAT command repeatedly displays and executes the specified command. Press Ctrl/C to stop the command. You can specify any valid console command except the REPEAT command. Format: REPEAT {command} <p> Arguments: {command} A valid console command other than REPEAT.

  • Page 138: Search

    Console Commands >>> SEARCH The SEARCH command finds all the occurrences of a pattern and reports the addresses where the pattern was found. If the /NOT qualifier is present, the command reports all addresses in which the pattern did not match. Format: SEARCH [qualifier-list] {address} {pattern} [{mask}] SEARCH accepts an optional mask that indicates bits to be ignored (don't care bits).
  • Page 139 Console Commands {start_address} A longword address that specifies the first location subject to the search. This address can be an actual address or a symbolic address. If no address is specified, + is assumed. {pattern} The target data. [{mask}] A mask of the bits that the comparison checks for. Examples: >>>...

  • Page 140: Set

    Console Commands The SET command sets the parameter to the value you specify. Format: SET {parameter} {value} Parameters: BFLAG Sets the default R5 boot flags. The value must be a hexadecimal number of up to eight digits. BOOT Sets the default boot device. The value must be a valid device name or list of device names as specified in the BOOT command description.
  • Page 141 Console Commands • 13 -- Português • 14 -- Suomi • 15 -- Svenska Allows you to enable or disable the console security feature of the system. The SET PSE command accepts the following values: • 0 -- Console security disabled •...

  • Page 142: Show

    Console Commands >>> SET HALT RESTART >>> >>> SET SCSI_ID B 7 SHOW The SHOW command displays the console parameter you specify. Format: SHOW {parameter} Parameters: BFLAG Displays the default R5 boot flags. BOOT Displays the default boot device. CONFIG Displays a list of the devices and optional modules present in the system and the status of the hardware.
  • Page 143 Console Commands SCSI Shows any SCSI devices in the system (disk drives, or compact disc drives, for example). SCSI_ID Shows the SCSI ID of the SCSI controller(s). TRANSLATION Shows any virtual addresses that map to the specified physical address. The firmware uses the current values of page table base and length registers to perform its search.

  • Page 144: Start

    Console Commands English (United States/Canada) >>> >>> SHOW MEMORY 64 MB RAM, SIMM Set (0A,0B,0C,0D) present Memory Set 0: 00000000 to 03FFFFFF, 64MB, 131072 good pages, 0 bad pages 64 MB RAM, SIMM Set (1E,1F,1G,1H) present Memory Set 1: 04000000 to 07FFFFFF, 64MB, 131072 good pages, 0 bad pages Total of 128MB, 262144 good pages, 0 bad pages, 160 reserved pages >>>...

  • Page 145: Test

    Console Commands Arguments: [address] The address at which to begin execution. This address is loaded into the user's PC. Example: >>> START 1000 TEST The TEST command invokes a diagnostic test program specified by the test number. If you enter a test number of 0 (zero), all tests that are allowed to be executed from the console terminal are executed.

  • Page 146: Unjam

    Console Commands UNJAM The UNJAM command performs an I/O bus reset, by writing a 1 (one) to IPR 55 (decimal). Format: UNJAM Example: >>> UNJAM >>> X -- Binary Load and Unload The X command is for use by automatic systems communicating with the console. The X command loads or unloads (that is, writes to memory or reads from memory) the specified number of data bytes through the console serial line (regardless of console type) starting at the specified address.
  • Page 147 Console Commands characters,including the checksum and separating space, into an 8-bit register initially set to zero. The line_checksum does not include the terminating carriage return, rubouts, or characters deleted by a rubout. If no errors occur, the result is zero. If the line_checksum is correct, the console responds with the input prompt and either sends data to the requester or prepares to receive data.

  • Page 148: Controlling The Console Serial Line

    Console Commands Controlling the Console Serial Line You can control the console serial line during a binary unload using the control keys (Ctrl/C, Ctrl/S, Ctrl/O, and so on). You cannot control the console serial line during a binary load, because all received characters are valid binary data. The console has the following timing requirements: •...

  • Page 149: B Console Security

    Console Security Console Security Feature The console security feature allows you to disable most of the system console commands. When the security password is set, there are two types of users: privileged users and unprivileged users. Privileged users know the security password and can use the full range of console commands.

  • Page 150: Enabling The Console Security Feature

    Console Security 1. Enter the following command at the console prompt (>>>) >>> SET PSWD The system responds with the following prompt: >>> PSWD1 : __________________________ Note ____________________________ The security password must be a string of exactly 16 hexadecimal characters (0 through 9 and A through F).

  • Page 151: Logging In To Privileged Console Mode

    Console Security Enter the following command to check whether you have enabled the console security feature: >>> SHOW PSE If you have enabled the console security feature, the system displays the following message: Enabled Logging in to Privileged Console Mode When the console security feature is enabled, you must enter the security password to log in to privileged console mode.

  • Page 152: Changing The Security Password

    Console Security Changing the Security Password You must be a privileged user to change the security password. To change the password, follow these steps: 1. Log in to privileged console mode. 2. Enter the following command at the console prompt (>>>) >>>...

  • Page 153: Disabling The Console Security Feature

    Console Security Disabling the Console Security Feature _________________________ Caution ___________________________ When you disable the console security feature, all users can use the full range of console commands. ____________________________________________________________ To disable the console security feature, follow these steps: 1. Log in to privileged console mode. 2.

  • Page 155: C Setting The Defaults

    Setting the Defaults Setting the Default Boot Device When the system is shipped, it is set to boot from the system disk, DKA300. This RZ- series disk holds the factory installed software (FIS). You can set the system to boot from a different default boot device that holds the operating system software.

  • Page 156: Setting The Default Recovery Action

    Setting the Defaults Setting the Default Recovery Action There are five default recovery actions. You can change the default recovery action by entering the SET HALT command and the value or keyword associated with the action you want to set. The following table shows the five default recovery actions and their associated values.

  • Page 157: D System Care

    System Care Introduction This appendix describes how to: • Clean your system, including the outside enclosure, terminal, mouse, and keyboard • Move your system ________________________WARNING __________________________ Make sure you turn off the system and disconnect any external devices before cleaning any part of your system. When using a moistened cloth for cleaning, do not allow any excess fluid to leak into the system, keyboard, or terminal.

  • Page 158: Cleaning Your Keyboard

    System Care _______________________ WARNING__________________________ If you use a prepackaged screen cleaner, make sure that it is nonflammable. Never spray the cleaner directly on the screen. Instead, apply the cleaner to a clean cloth, and then clean the screen. ___________________________________________________________ Cleaning Your Keyboard Your keyboard keys may get dirty with use.

  • Page 159: Installing Your System At A New Location

    System Care Installing Your System at a New Location After moving the system to a new location, unpack and install it following the installation instructions on the installation information. MicroVax 3100 Models 88/98 User Information D-3...

  • Page 161: E Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Introduction This chapter lists the hardware specifications of the following: • System unit • Internal SCSI devices System Unit Specifications The following tables list the specifications for the MicroVAX 3100 Model 88 and Model 98 systems. Table E-1 System Specifications Subject Description Processor...
  • Page 162 Technical Specifications Subject Description Terminals Supports the VT series Interfaces Standard: one SCSI port, a ThinWire Ethernet port a standard ThickWire Ethernet port , three MMJ ports, one port with modem control. Optional: A second SCSI port, 16 additional asynchronous DEC423 MMJ ports or 8 additional asynchronous ports with modem control, 2 additional synchronous ports.

  • Page 163: Table E-2 Acoustic Levels

    Technical Specifications Table E-2 Acoustic Levels Product Sound Power Level Sound Pressure Level L WAd , B L pAm , dBA Idle Operate (Operator Position) Idle Operate Model 88/98 diskless system enclosure Per device when installed in system enclosure RZ28D RZ26N RZ29B __________________________NOTE ____________________________...

  • Page 164: Table E-5 Ac Power Cords (Country Specific

    Technical Specifications Operating Conditions Range or Value Minimum dew point 2°C (36°F) Altitude 30480 m (10000 ft) at 36°C (96°F) Nonoperating Conditions (System in Shipping Container) Temperature range --40°C (--40°F) to 66°C (151°F) Relative humidity 10% to 95% at 66°C (151°F) Altitude 12192 m (40 000 ft)) Maximum wet bulb temperature...

  • Page 165: F Setting Scsi Ids

    Setting SCSI IDs Selecting Available SCSI IDs on the System Each internal or external SCSI device must have a unique SCSI ID, including all devices in a SCSI expansion box. Devices have default SCSI IDs set at the factory before they are shipped.

  • Page 166: Table F-1 Devices And Priorities Normally Associated With Scsi Ids

    Setting SCSI IDs SCSI 3-RZ26 4-RRD45 6-Adapter COMM DSW41/42 2 CHANNEL V3.11-47 ASYNC DHW41/2 V1.6 • The letters OK by the SCSI device indicate that it has passed the power-on test. • The fifth line down on the table shows the SCSI IDs that are occupied by devices on the SCSI bus.

  • Page 167: G Equipment Log

    Equipment Log Introduction With the equipment log, you can gather information that you may need if problems occur with your system and you need to call Digital for assistance. Use the equipment log to record information about your system hardware and software components.

  • Page 168: Table G-1 Hardware Components

    Equipment Log Table G-1 Hardware Components Component Vendor/ Model Serial Date Type/Size Number Number Installed System unit Digital MicroVAX 3100 System unit key number Terminal Keyboard Additional storage device 1 Additional storage device 2 Additional storage device 3 Additional storage device 4 Additional storage device 5 G-2 MicroVax 3100 Models 88/98 User Information...

  • Page 169: Table G-2 Scsi Addresses

    Equipment Log Table G-2 SCSI Addresses Device Address Device Address Table G-3 Hardware Configuration Component System Specifics CPU speed and model Firmware version Memory size Table G-4 Installed Software Operating System or Version License Number Date Application Software Number Installed MicroVax 3100 Models 88/98 User Information G-3...
  • Page 170 Equipment Log Table G-5 Additional Component Information Model Serial Date Component Vendor Number Number Installed G-4 MicroVax 3100 Models 88/98 User Information...
  • Page 171 Index abbreviations used in this guide, xv hardware configuration, 3 AC power cord SCSI addresses, 3 criteria met, 2-7 software installed, 3 identifying, 2-6 external drive bay devices additional information resources, xvii SCSI addresses, 3-7 airflow, 2-7 hardware components audience, xiii front panel controls, indicators, and drive bay locations, 1-4 CD-ROM...
  • Page 172 Index SIMMs, 3-3 system MicroVAX 3100 Model 88 and Model 98 turning off, 2-34 identifying the correct AC power cord, 2-6 system board MicroVAX 3100 Model 88 and Model 98 System access, 3-22 before you start the system, 2-2 removing plastic cover, 3-23 MicroVAX 3100 Model 88/98 system system care cooling, 2-8...

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