Digital Equipment VAX 4000 105A Installation Information

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VAX 4000 Model 105A
Installation Information
Order Number: EK–512AA–IN. A01
April 1994
This manual describes how to install and test the VAX 4000 Model 105A.
Digital Equipment Corporation
Maynard, Massachusetts

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  • Page 1 VAX 4000 Model 105A Installation Information Order Number: EK–512AA–IN. A01 April 1994 This manual describes how to install and test the VAX 4000 Model 105A. Digital Equipment Corporation Maynard, Massachusetts...
  • Page 2 April 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

    Contents ........... . . Preface 1 Installation Procedure Step 1: Choosing a Suitable Location .
  • Page 5: Preface

    Preface This manual describes how to install and test the VAX 4000 Model 105A. It also refers to information on connecting the system to a network, connecting external options to the system, and booting the operating system. Audience This manual is intended for anyone who wants to install the VAX 4000 Model 105A.
  • Page 6 Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: Convention Description Text displayed on the screen is shown in monospace type. MONOSPACE Italic type emphasizes important information and indicates the italic type complete titles of manuals. Note A note contains information that is of special importance to the user.
  • Page 7: Installation Procedure

    Installation Procedure This chapter shows you, step by step, how to install the VAX 4000 Model 105A. Step 1: Choosing a Suitable Location Follow these guidelines when choosing where to place the system unit: • Place the system unit where the room temperature is between 10°C and 40°C (50°F and 104°F) and the humidity is between 20% and 80%.
  • Page 8: Step 2: Unpacking The System And Identifying The Parts

    Step 2: Unpacking the System and Identifying the Parts 1. Unpack the system. 2. Make sure that you have all the parts listed on the packing slip. The loose-piece accessory kit is shipped with all basic systems. If you do not have all the parts listed, contact your Digital Sales representative.
  • Page 9: Step 3: Connecting The Console Terminal

    Step 3: Connecting the Console Terminal 1. Connect one end of the terminal cable to the modified modular jack (MMJ) port 3. This system will be shipped with a label covering ports 0 and 1. After port 3 is properly identified as the console port, the OPA0 arrow label may be removed.
  • Page 10: Step 4: Connecting The Thinwire Terminator

    Step 4: Connecting the ThinWire Terminator 1. Assemble the T-connector and the two terminators to form a ThinWire terminator. 2. Connect the ThinWire terminator to the system unit. Figure 1–3 ThinWire Termination MLO-010201 T-Connector Terminator ¡ 1–4 Installation Procedure...
  • Page 11: Step 5: Connecting The Scsi Terminator

    Step 5: Connecting the SCSI Terminator 1. Connect the SCSI terminator to the SCSI port. 2. Close the bail lock loops. Figure 1–4 Connecting the SCSI Terminator MLO-010202 SCSI Terminator Installation Procedure 1–5...
  • Page 12: Step 6: Connecting The Dssi Terminators

    Step 6: Connecting the DSSI Terminators Connect all three DSSI terminators. Note If you ordered the KFDDA–BA single-slot-card model, only one DSSI terminator will be included and connected, and the two right-hand DSSI cutouts will be covered with blanks. Figure 1–5 Connecting a DSSI Terminator MLO-010203 DSSI Terminator for all models Connected DSSI Terminators (all models except KFDDA–BA)
  • Page 13: Step 7: Connecting The Power Cord

    Step 7: Connecting the Power Cord 1. Ensure that the on/off switch is in the off (O) position (see Figure 1–7 for switch location). 2. Connect the power cord to the system unit. 3. Connect the other end of the power cord to an isolated, grounded circuit. Figure 1–6 Power Cord Connection MLO-010204 Power Cord...
  • Page 14: Step 8: Turning On The Console Terminal And System Unit

    Step 8: Turning on the Console Terminal and System Unit 1. Turn on the console terminal. Wait until it completes its power-up test. (See the terminal documentation for more information.) 2. Check the terminal settings. See the VAX 4000 Model 105A Operator Information manual for the list of correct settings.
  • Page 15: Step 9: Checking The Power-Up Test Results

    Step 9: Checking the Power-Up Test Results The power-up test can take several minutes to complete, depending on the number of installed options and on which default settings you use. 1. If the power-up test results displayed on the screen are similar to the results in Example 1–1, the system has passed the power-up test.
  • Page 16 If SIMM_OD is not present or not plugged in correctly, the system responds with a display similar to the following example: Example 1–2 Unsuccessful Power-Up Test Screen KA53-A VX.X, VMB 2.14 Performing normal system tests. 72..71..70..69..68..67..66..65..64..63..62.. ? Test_Subtest_DC_88 Loop_Subtest=05 Err_Type=FF DE_NO_Memory_present.lis Vec=0000 Prev_Errs=0000 P1=E04EE04E...
  • Page 17: Step 10: Connecting The System To A Network

    Step 10: Connecting the System to a Network If you want to connect the system to a network, see the VAX 4000 Model 105A Operator Information manual. Step 11: Connecting External Options to the System If you want to connect external options to the system, see the VAX 4000 Model 105A Operator Information manual.
  • Page 19 Fax: (809) 749-8377 3 Digital Plaza, 1st Street Suite 200 Metro Office Park San Juan, Puerto Rico 00920 Canada Phone: 800-267-6215 Digital Equipment of Canada Ltd. Fax: (613) 592-1946 100 Herzberg Road Kanata, Ontario, Canada K2K 2A6 Attn: DECdirect Sales International —————...
  • Page 21 Reader’s Comments VAX 4000 Model 105A Installation Information EK–512AA–IN. A01 Your comments and suggestions help us improve the quality of our publications. Thank you for your assistance. I rate this manual’s: Excellent Good Fair Poor Accuracy (product works as manual says) Completeness (enough information) Clarity (easy to understand) Organization (structure of subject matter)
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