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RM300 C Models Operating Manual
(Reliant UNIX/SINIX)
Edition March 1997

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  • Page 1 RM300 C Models Operating Manual (Reliant UNIX/SINIX) Edition March 1997...
  • Page 2 Copyright and Trademarks ® SINIX Copyright © Siemens Nixdorf Informationssysteme AG 1990. ® SINIX is the UNIX System derivative of Siemens Nixdorf Informationssysteme AG. ® Reliant is a registered trademark of Pyramid Technology Corporation. UNIX is a registered trademark in the United States and other countries, licensed exclusively through X/Open Company Limited.
  • Page 3 Preface Important notes Unpacking your system Installing the system unit Installing peripherals Software Troubleshooting Moving your system Drives Data media Continued...
  • Page 5 Equipment care Technical data Equipment settings Accessories Reference section and Index...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface ........The C models of the RM300 system ....3 Target group .
  • Page 8 Contents Installing peripherals ......Attaching peripherals ..... 5.1.1 The system unit backplane .
  • Page 9 Contents Data media ......10.1 Floppy disks ......113 10.2 Tape cartridges .
  • Page 10 Contents Accessories ......Reference section and Index ....163 Glossary .

  • Page 11: Preface

    Preface The C models of the RM300 system Target group Summary of contents Notational conventions U24801-J-Z146-2-7600 RM300 C Models...

  • Page 13: The C Models Of The Rm300 System

    The system also supports a wide range of controllers for I/O devices and communi- cations. The technical expansion options are being continually extended. To find out what is currently available, refer to your local branch of Siemens Nixdorf Informa- tionssysteme AG (SNI).

  • Page 14: Target Group

    This operating manual explains how to prepare the system for operation, including installation of the Reliant UNIX or SINIX V5.42 operating systems. For further infor- mation on Reliant UNIX or SINIX V5.42, refer to the appropriate Siemens Nixdorf manuals. Application programs are installed and configured under Reliant UNIX or SINIX V5.42.

  • Page 15: Summary Of Contents

    Preface Summary of contents Important notes Provides essential information relating to the safe and reliable operation of your system. Unpacking your system Tells you which components should have been delivered with your system. Installing the system unit Tells you how to set up the system unit, connect it to the monitor, the keyboard and the mouse, and start it up.

  • Page 16: Notational Conventions

    Preface Equipment settings Provides an overview of the default settings for monitors and printers. Accessories Tells you what accessories are available for your system and lists the associated order numbers. Reference section and Index In this chapter you willl find –...

  • Page 17: Important Notes

    Important notes Safety Ergonomics Disposal and recycling U24801-J-Z146-2-7600 RM300 C Models...

  • Page 19: Notes On Safety

    Important notes Notes on safety This device complies with the relevant safety standards for IT equipment, including electronic office machines, intended for use in the office environment. Observe the safety instructions in the manual “RM Systems - Safety Instructions“, which is supplied with your system. This section contains important notes on safety which you must observe when using your system.
  • Page 20 Unauthorized opening and inadequate repairs may put the user at consid- erable risk. Unauthorized opening of devices invalidates the warranty and excludes Siemens Nixdorf Informationssysteme AG from liability. Before opening the system unit, switch off the device and then pull out the power plug.

  • Page 21: Notes On Batteries

    Important notes Notes on batteries There are batteries on the system’s motherboard, in the uninterruptible power supply (UPS, optional) and in the monitors. Do not attempt to open, pierce or crush batteries. Never throw batteries into a fire. When disposing of used batteries, observe local regulations on the disposal of hazardous waste.

  • Page 22: Important Notice Concerning Power Cable Selection

    Important notes Important notice concerning power cable selection Figure 1: Female connector The power cable for this unit has been packed separately. It has been selected according to the country of destination and must be used to prevent electric shock. Use the following guidelines to replace the original cable set if necessary.
  • Page 23 Important notes Figure 2: Parallel blade plug, tandem blade plug For units set at 115 V: Use a parallel blade, grounding type attachment plug rated at 15 A, 125 V (above). For units set at 230 V (domestic use): Use a tandem blade, grounding type attachment plug rated at 15 A, 250 V (below). For units set at 230 V (outside the USA and Canada): Use a cable set having the minimum AWG as indicated in the table above and a grounding type attachment plug rated at 15 A, 250 V.

  • Page 24: Fcc Notices (Federal Communications Commission)

    Important notes Important: The wires in this power supply cable are colored in accordance with the following code: Green and Yellow: Earth Blue: Neutral Brown: Live As the colors of the wires in the power cable for this device may not correspond with these colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: –...

  • Page 25: Notes On Monitors

    Important notes Notes on monitors Only trained specialists are authorized to open monitors. Unauthorized intervention, particularly involving changes to the high voltage supply or installation of a different type of tube, may cause a considerable increase in x-ray emissions. Devices modified in this way no longer comply with the terms of the license and must not be operated.
  • Page 26 Important notes Recommended viewing range Edge 0° 65° of desk 30° 60° 30° Allowable Allowable 65° range range 600 mm 600 mm Allowable viewing range Ê Place the keyboard within optimum reach. Ê Place the monitor in the recommended viewing range. 90˚...

  • Page 27: Disposal And Recycling

    Wherever possible, your computer system has been built using materials which can be disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner and can be properly recycled. Siemens Nixdorf Informationssysteme AG will be happy to take back equipment that you no longer need.

  • Page 29: Unpacking Your System

    Unpacking your system U24801-J-Z146-2-7600 RM300 C Models...
  • Page 31 Unpacking your system Ê When you unpack your system, check that the shipment is complete and undamaged. Do not throw the packaging materials away. You may need them later if you ever need to move your system to a different location. If the shipment is complete and undamaged, you can start installing the Ê...

  • Page 33: Installing The System Unit

    Installing the system unit Setting up the system unit and the peripherals Connecting up the system unit The system unit control panel Starting up the system unit Shutting down the system unit U24801-J-Z146-2-7600 RM300 C Models...

  • Page 35: Setting Up The System Unit And The Peripherals

    Installing the system unit Setting up the system unit and the peripherals 4.1.1 Setting up the system unit When setting up the system unit, make sure ... that there is enough room to perform maintenance, diagnostic and upgrading work (120 cm on left, 20 cm on right, 40 cm at rear) ...

  • Page 36: Connecting Up The System Unit

    Installing the system unit Connecting up the system unit Figure 3: Connecting the monitor, keyboard and mouse to the system unit When you are making the connections between the system unit and the peripherals, the devices must not be plugged into the power. All cables and lines must be routed in such a way that no-one can tread on them or trip over them.
  • Page 37 Installing the system unit Attaching the keyboard Plug the connector on one end of the keyboard connecting cable into the Ê matching socket on the underside of the keyboard. The cable connector must lock into place. Plug the other end of the keyboard connecting cable into the matching 6-pin Ê...
  • Page 38 Installing the system unit – Attaching monitors without the optional PCI graphics controller Ê Plug the 15-pin connector on the monitor connecting cable into the 15-pin socket (VGA) on the system unit backplane and tighten the securing screws. Plug the other end of the cable into the matching socket on the back of Ê...

  • Page 39: The System Unit Control Panel

    Installing the system unit The system unit control panel LOCK ON/OFF POWER DISK RESET Figure 5: System unit control panel [ON/OFF] [ON/OFF] [ON/OFF] switches the system unit on and off. can only be operated if the keylock switch is in the LOCAL position. You must switch on the monitor and the console switch before switching on the system unit.
  • Page 40 Installing the system unit Keylock switch Set to LOCK: [ON/OFF] and [RESET] buttons are disabled. Set to LOCAL: [ON/OFF] The system unit can be switched on and off manually. The [RESET] buttons are enabled. Set to REMOTE: The system unit can be switched on remotely, typically via modem. Under the Reliant UNIX or SINIX V5.42 operating system it is also possible to switch the system unit off remotely.

  • Page 41: Starting Up The System Unit

    Installing the system unit Starting up the system unit The system unit and the monitor must be connected to the same distri- bution board, as otherwise compensating currents may flow. The line voltage set on your system must be the same as the voltage supplied by the building’s wiring system.
  • Page 42 Installing the system unit If the system unit is switched on remotely via the public switched telephone network using a V.24/V.28 modem, the connection can be established using either a suitably equipped V.24 interface on the system board or the V.24 inter- faces of the terminal controller TC4P (CT45).

  • Page 43: Shutting Down The System Unit

    Installing the system unit Shutting down the system unit Alphanumeric console Log in as root Ê shutdown -i0 -g20 -y Ê Enter the command The -g option speciies that the operating system will be shut down properly after, for example, 20 seconds (-g20). Graphical monitor Ê...

  • Page 45: Installing Peripherals

    Installing peripherals Attaching peripherals Attaching printers, modems and terminals Attaching the system unit to a LAN and a WAN Attaching SCSI peripherals Adding peripherals later Attaching the system unit to a UPS Starting up peripherals U24801-J-Z146-2-7600 RM300 C Models...

  • Page 47: Attaching Peripherals

    Installing peripherals Attaching peripherals Once you have installed your system unit and your monitor, you can start attaching the peripherals. To tighten the securing screws on the cable connectors you will need a small flathead screwdriver and a small crosspoint screwdriver. When you are making the connections between the system unit and the peripherals, the system unit must be off and devices must not be plugged into the power.

  • Page 48: The System Unit Backplane

    Installing peripherals 5.1.1 The system unit backplane Figure 6: The system unit backplane and its connection points RM300 C Models U24801-J-Z146-2-7600...
  • Page 49 Installing peripherals Printer System printer port (Bitronics interface) COM1 First serial port (V.24, modem-capable) COM2 Second serial port (V.24, modem-capable) Mouse Mouse port Keyboard Keyboard port PCI1 Ports for Ethernet AUI or twisted-pair (10BaseT) and monitor (from left to right) (LAN/VIDEO) PCI2 PCI controller slot...

  • Page 50: Attaching Printers, Modems And Terminals

    Installing peripherals 5.1.2 Attaching printers, modems and terminals Figure 7: Attaching printers and modems to the system unit You use the Bitronics interface (1) (Printer) to connect the system printer to the system unit. You can attach modems, terminals and additional printers to the V.24 ports (2) (CONSOLE/COM1 and PORT1/COM2).
  • Page 51 Installing peripherals Adjusting printer settings When you attach printers, you need to adjust the printer settings. Your printer operating manual will tell you how to change the settings on your printer. The default settings are: Baud rate: 9600 Parity: None Data bits: Stop bits: If your settings differ from these defaults, you must also adjust the associated...
  • Page 52 Installing peripherals Connecting terminals and printers to the TC4P terminal controller The TC4P terminal controller has four interfaces for RJ45 connectors. Per controller you can attach up to 4 terminals and printers to the system unit via V.24, V.11, IHSS or IMD interfaces.
  • Page 53 Installing peripherals Asynchronous terminal controller Figure 10: Asynchronous terminal controller, EISA (CT11, CT13) - (optional) - Using this terminal controller and up to four connector boxes with V.24 or V.11 ports you can attach a total of 64 terminals or printers to the system unit. Refer to the operating manual for your particular connector box.
  • Page 54 Installing peripherals Attaching peripherals via IHSS multipoint controllers (E-SIH) Figure 12: IHSS multipoint- controller E-SIH (CT31, CT32, CT33) - (optional) - To each of these controllers you can attach a connector box, which has either four ports for four IHSS HDLC lines or four V.24 HDLC ports for modems, or has two IHSS HDLC lines plus two V.24 HDLC ports for modems.

  • Page 55: Attaching The System Unit To A Lan

    Installing peripherals 5.1.3 Attaching the system unit to a LAN Figure 14: Attaching the system unit to a LAN In its base configuration the system has one Ethernet controller. You can also install additional LAN controllers in the free slots on the system unit backplane. The Ethernet controller built into the PCI slot 1 is a precondition for remote instal- lation of the Reliant UNIX operating system (see the manual “Reliant UNIX Instal- lation and Operation - RM200, RM300, RM400”...
  • Page 56 Installing peripherals Ethernet LAN controller 10 Mbit/s (PCI) Figure 15: Ethernet LAN controller, 10 Mbit/s (PCI) (CL13) - (optional) - This LAN controller will accept LAN cables of two types, either thick Ethernet (AUI) or twisted-pair. You do not need to switch the controller over in order to change from AUI to twisted-pair or vice versa.
  • Page 57 Installing peripherals Token Ring LAN controller (EISA) Figure 17: Token Ring LAN controller (EISA) (CL31) - (optional) - This LAN controller will accept two types of LAN cable, either unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) or shielded twisted-pair (STP). You cannot use both ports on this LAN controller at the same time.
  • Page 58 Installing peripherals FDDI LAN controller (single-attached) Figure 19: FDDI LAN controller, single-attached (CL41) - (optional) - FDDI cables are fiber-optic cables. Never look straight into a fiber-optic cable or fiber-optic port because the laser beams in fiber-optic equipment can damage your eyes. If the controller is not connected with the FDDI cable, the dust protection cover must be mounted on the controller, both for safety reasons and to ensure continued fault-free operation.
  • Page 59 Installing peripherals This LAN controller can only be operated in combination with the single-attached FDDI LAN controller. First attach the single-ended FDDI controller as described above. When installing the CL42 controller (FDDI dual attached) in addition to the CL41 controller (FDDI single attached), one more EISA slot is occupied. Ê...

  • Page 60: Attaching The System Unit To A Wan

    Installing peripherals 5.1.4 Attaching the system unit to a WAN In its base configuration the system does not have a WAN controller. If you have a WAN controller installed, you need suitable data circuit-terminating equipment (DCE) to make the connection to the WAN. If you have any questions on the subject of DCE and long-range data transmission lines, you should consult your local SNI office.

  • Page 61: Attaching Scsi Peripherals

    Installing peripherals 5.1.5 Attaching SCSI peripherals The following SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) devices can be connected to the system unit: via single-ended SCSI peripherals box (containing one or two of the following drives) – 4 mm or 8 mm cartridge tape drive –...
  • Page 62 Installing peripherals Figure 28: EISA SCSI controller, single-ended (CS14) - (optional) - Figure 29: PCI SCSI host adapter, single-ended (CS19) - (optional) - Figure 30: PCI SCSI host adapter, differential (CS20) - (optional) - Figure 31: PCI RAID-SCSI controller, single-ended, 8 bit (CS31)- (optional) - Figure 32: PCI RAID-SCSI controller, single-ended, 16 bit (CS35)- (optional) - RM300 C Models U24801-J-Z146-2-7600...

  • Page 63: Idc (Isa Diagnostic Controller)

    Installing peripherals Ê Connect the various devices as instructed in the appropriate operating manu- als. Make sure that the power plugs of all your peripherals are attached to the same distribution board as the system unit. You must not connect or disconnect the connecting cables between SCSI devices in external cabinets and the system unit when the system unit is switched on.

  • Page 64: Adding Peripherals Later

    Installing peripherals 5.1.7 Adding peripherals later If you want to add peripherals at a later date, you must always proceed in the following order. Ê Shut down the system. Press the [ON/OFF] button to switch the system unit off. Ê Under Reliant UNIX or SINIX V5.42, if you shut down the system with the shutdown command, the system switches itself off automatically.

  • Page 65: Starting Up Peripherals

    Installing peripherals If the port that you use on the system unit backplane has previously been used for a terminal, it must be deconfigured under SYSADM (alphanu- meric monitor) or Config (graphical monitor). Also refer to the manuals “System Administration and Hardware Configuration Using the SYSADM User Interface”...

  • Page 67: Software

    Software Initial activation of Reliant UNIX or SINIX V5.42 U24801-J-Z146-2-7600 RM300 C Models...

  • Page 69: Initial Activation Of Reliant Unix Or Sinix V5.42

    Software Initial activation of Reliant UNIX or SINIX V5.42 Reliant UNIX or SINIX V5.42 is already installed on your system as shipped. There is no need for you to install the operating system unless you wish to use a version other than the current one or the installed operating system has been destroyed.
  • Page 70 Software Insert the key diskette into the drive until it clicks firmly into place and the Ê unlocking key pops out. Ú Ê Now type on the keyboard and press the key. If the wrong disk is inserted in the drive or if the drive is empty, although you have pressed , the operating system will still boot properly.

  • Page 71: Configuring The Console, Keyboard, Mouse And Monitor

    Software 6.1.2 Configuring the console, keyboard, mouse and monitor When you switch on the system, it boots automatically. During the boot procedure, control messages are issued until you are prompted for information about your terminal. Alphanumeric console If you have an alphanumeric console, the following selection menu appears: You can choose one of the following term variables for your console terminal 1.
  • Page 72 Software Graphical monitor as console If your console is a graphical monitor, you will be prompted to configure the graphics features of the hardware you are using. The graphics parameters you can define are needed for three hardware components: – keyboard –...
  • Page 73 Software Notes on SYSADM – At initial startup the dialog appears in English. – The cursor appears in the first input field. Use the Ê, Ë and Ú keys to move the cursor to the next input field. Use the [HELP] or [F1] key to request a help text. The help text always relates –...
  • Page 74 Software Configuring the keyboard The graphical monitor allows you to work in both graphical and alphanumeric emula- tions. However, you must configure these two emulation types at this point. Make sure you have all the required information before configuring the two emulation types.
  • Page 75 Software Notes on the parameters: Terminal emulation The keyboard must be configured for both alphanumeric mode (ANSI emulation) and graphics mode (x97801 emulation). The parameters must be entered separately for each emulation type. Two keyboard types are supported: the MF2 keyboard and Keyboard type the WX keyboard.
  • Page 76 Software Example of keyboard parameter configuration: Alphanumeric emulation Graphical emulation Terminal emulation ANSI x97801 Keyboard type Country-specific keyboard - English: En_US.ISO-1 En_US.88591-1 French: Fr_FR.I_1-1 Fr_FR.88591-1 German: De_DE.ISO-1 De_DE.88591-1 Proceed as follows: Enter the parameters for the alphanumeric emulation ([CHOICES] or [F2]). Ê...
  • Page 77 Software Example of how to configure the keyboard under SINIX V5.42 (graphical emulation): Proceed as follows: Save the parameters by pressing [SAVE] or [F3]. Ê A dialog box appears indicating that the keyboard has been successfully configured. Close this dialog box by pressing [CANCEL] or [F6]. Ê...
  • Page 78 Software Example of how to configure the keyboard under Reliant UNIX (graphical emulation): Information on the parameters: Country specific keyboard The keyboards are assigned country specific characters. You can use the [CHOICES] function key to display an overview of all country variants that are supported.
  • Page 79 Software Proceed as follows: Fill in the form. Ê [SAVE] Ê Save the values by pressing the function key. If you entered no for Additional Options, please move on to the section “Concluding the keyboard configuration” on page 70. Specifying additional options If you entered yes for Additional Options, another form is displayed:: Information on the parameters: Display mode...
  • Page 80 Software Deadkey Possible values: disabled, enabled Diacritical characters (e.g. accents) should appear as independent characters (disabled) or only in combination with a suitable basic [CHOICES] character (enabled). Press the function key if you want to change the default setting disabled. Code set for ANSI Possible values: 88591, 850 Here, you can specify which PC code table is to be used for the ANSI...
  • Page 81 Software Configuring the mouse type Example of how to configure the mouse: Information on the parameters Confirm the default. Mouse type This is a Microsoft-compatible three-button mouse. Confirm the default. Mouse device Your mouse is generally connected internally (round connector = PS/2). Proceed as follows: Fill in the form.
  • Page 82 Software Configuring a graphical monitor Example of how to configure the graphical monitor under SINIX V5.42: Information on the parameters:: Graphics Hardware If you have not installed an additional graphics controller, select an onboard graphics controller (Cirrus Alpine). If you have installed an additional graphics controller, select an onboard graphics controller of the type Millinenium.
  • Page 83 Software A mode is a compilation of several parameters: Graphics Mode – resolution (height and width of the visible image in pixels), – depth (number of bits per pixel), – vertical refresh rate in Hertz. We recommend the following resolution as ergonomic setting (e.g.
  • Page 84 Software Example of how to configure the graphical monitor under Reliant UNIX: A menu containing three items is displayed: Hardware, Startup and Extended. Each of these menu items displays a submenu. You must configure the hardware, but you can accept the default settings for the other two parameters. submenu Hardware Information on the parameters: If you have not installed an additional graphics controller,...
  • Page 85 Software [CHOICES] Press the function key and select a monitor type. Monitor Type A selection list is then displayed, from which you can select a monitor type. The preferred models appear at the top of the list. If your monitor does not feature in this list, please refer to the manual for your monitor in order to find out the range of horizontal frequencies that your monitor can synchronize.
  • Page 86 Software submenu Startup Information on the parameters:: If you choose yes here, xdm restarts the X server each time the Start via xdm system is powered on and whenever a session is terminated. Your work is then completely graphic. If you enter no instead, the X Server will not start until you invoke the startx &...
  • Page 87 Software submenu Extended Information on the parameters: If a number of screens are connected to your computer, you Number of screens can enter this number here (maximal 4). Each screen needs its own graphics card. All the screens are operated using one keyboard and one mouse.
  • Page 88 Software Checking the test screen Finally, a test screen is displayed. Check that the color and gray scale displayed are acceptable and that the mouse moves correctly. Server Test Utility Please try to move the mouse and press some buttons. Press any key to exit.
  • Page 89 Software Terminating the activation process Once you have configured the monitor, you are prompted to enter a new system administrator password and confirm it with Ú. You must then re-enter the password. Please set your System-Administrator password now New password: Re-enter new password: A number of messages are then displayed, the screen is cleared, and the login mask for the graphical user interface appears.
  • Page 90 Software Terminating the initial boot procedure Enter the login name root, and confirm with Ú. Ê Then enter a password and confirm with Ú . Ê For security reasons you are prompted for the password again. Enter the password again and confirm with Ú . Ê...

  • Page 91: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problems when booting the system Problems with drives U24801-J-Z146-2-7600 RM300 C Models...
  • Page 93 Troubleshooting The following pages describe problems that may arise and suggest ways of solving them: – The first part deals with problems that may occur when you switch on and boot the system. – The second part relates to problems that may occur when you are using the drives.

  • Page 94: Problems When Booting The System

    Troubleshooting Problems when booting the system Problem Possible cause Recommended solution System unit will not No line voltage Check that power connector is power up, POWER correctly inserted in system LED does not light up unit, check line voltage at power plug Keylock switch not Turn power switch on rear of...
  • Page 95 Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Recommended solution Panic messages on Hardware or software Consult “System Adminis- the console - system error trator’s Guide” crash After PANIC you are in IKDB mode (Internal Kernel Debug- ger). To obtain the diagnostic documents (dump), enter: IKBC>EX <system outputs>...
  • Page 96 Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Recommended solution Monitor screen Monitor not switched on Switch on monitor remains dark Screen has been Press any key automatically blanked (screen saver) Brightness controller set Change brightness setting as too low described in monitor operating manual Faulty connection Check connection between...

  • Page 97: Problems With Drives

    Troubleshooting Problems with drives Floppy disk drive Problem Possible cause Recommended solution Cannot read floppy Disk damaged Try another disk disk Wrong format of disk Check disk format: UNIX format e.g. tar, cpio ... DOS format e.g. dosdir a: Cannot write to floppy Disk not formatted Format disk disk...
  • Page 98 Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Recommended solution Access LED does not Device not addressed Use right device name light up correctly Defective drive Inform SNI Service Table 4: Problems with the quarter-inch cartridge tape drive 4 mm and 8 mm cartridge tape drives Problem Possible cause Recommended solution...

  • Page 99: Moving Your System

    Moving your system U24801-J-Z146-2-7600 RM300 C Models...
  • Page 101 Moving your system Moving the system unit Before moving the system unit to another location, back up all the data stored Ê on the hard disks. For instructions on backing up data, refer to the Reliant UNIX or SINIX V5.42 “System Administrator’s Guide”. Shut down the operating system.

  • Page 103: Drives

    Drives The floppy disk drive The quarter-inch cartridge tape drive The 4 mm cartridge tape drive The 8 mm, 5/10 Gbyte cartridge tape drive The 8 mm, 20/40 Gbyte cartridge tape drive The CD-ROM drive U24801-J-Z146-2-7600 RM300 C Models...

  • Page 105: Opening And Closing The Drive Bay Door

    Drives Opening and closing the drive bay door Figure 34: Opening and closing the drive bay door The 3 inch floppy disk drive is part of the base configuration. The quarter-inch, 4 mm and 8 mm cartridge tape drives and the CD-ROM drive (default installation medium for Reliant UNIX and SINIX V5.42) can be ordered as options.

  • Page 106: The Floppy Disk Drive

    Drives The floppy disk drive Figure 35: Floppy disk drive Access LED Release button You must not press the release button (2) on the floppy disk drive while the access LED (1) is lit. Inserting a floppy disk Hold the disk with the metal shutter facing the drive and the round plate in the Ê...

  • Page 107: The Quarter-Inch Cartridge Tape Drive

    Drives The quarter-inch cartridge tape drive Figure 36: Controls on the quarter-inch cartridge tape drive Access LED Drive door Release button The access LED is lit whenever the drive is active. The quarter-inch cartridge tape drive is capable of reading and writing cartridges with a capacity of 155 and 525 MB.
  • Page 108 Drives Figure 37: Inserting and removing a quarter-inch cartridge Inserting a quarter-inch cartridge Make sure that the access LED is not lit. Ê Open the drive door by pressing the release button. Ê Ê With the metal base plate facing down and the tape access aperture to the right, push the cartridge as far as it will go into the drive slot.

  • Page 109: The 4 Mm Cartridge Tape Drive

    Drives The 4 mm cartridge tape drive Figure 38: Controls on the 4 mm cartridge tape drive Ready indicator Error indicator Release button ready indicator (1) – flashes when the self-test is running on the drive after you switch the system unit on or if the drive is accessed in normal operation.
  • Page 110 Drives Figure 39: Inserting and removing a 4 mm cartridge Inserting a 4 mm cartridge Only use 4 mm cartridge tapes bearing the “DDS” (Digital Data Storage) and “MRS IIII” (Media Recognition System) symbols. Ê Make sure that the ready indicator is not lit or flashing. Ê...

  • Page 111: The 8 Mm, 5/10 Gbyte Cartridge Tape Drive

    Drives The 8 mm, 5/10 Gbyte cartridge tape drive Figure 40: 8 mm, 5/10 Gbyte MTC drive controls Release button Error indicator Data transfer indicator Ready indicator The error indicator (amber LED) (2) – lights up after you switch on the system unit and switches off once the self-test has been successfully completed.
  • Page 112 Drives The ready indicator (4) – is neither lit nor flashing when there is no cartridge in the drive or if there is a cartridge in the drive but the tape is not looped around the read/write head. – is lit when there is a cartridge in the drive and the tape is looped around the read/write head but is not being spooled..
  • Page 113 Drives Figure 41: Inserting and removing 8 mm tape cartridges Inserting an 8 mm cartridge Ê Make sure that neither the data transfer indicator nor the ready indicator is flashing. With the viewing window facing up, push the cartridge into the drive until the Ê...

  • Page 114: The 8 Mm, 20/40 Gbyte Cartrigde Mtc Drive

    Drives The 8 mm, 20/40 Gbyte cartrigde MTC drive The 8 mm, 20/40 Gbyte MTC drive has the following controls: Figure 42: Controls: 8 mm 20/40 Gbyte MTC drive (1) = amber LED (error indicator) (2) = green LED (standby indicator) (3) = green LED (tape motion indicator) (4) =...
  • Page 115 Drives Observe the correct sequence of actions for cleaning this MTC drive as described in the section “Cleaning the 8 mm cartridge tape drive” on page 123. The standby indicator only shows green after the system has been powered up. It then flashes and is extinguished once the self-test of the drive has been passed successfully.
  • Page 116 Drives Figure 43: Inserting and removing an 8 mm magnetic tape cartridge If a cartridge is mounted you can access the drive using commands. It does not mat- ter whether the ready indicator is bright. Removing an 8 mm magnetic tape cartridge Do not leave a cartridge in the drive any longer than absolutely neces- sary.

  • Page 117: Tips On Handling 4 Mm And 8 Mm Cartridge Tapes

    This reduces wear on the head drum and on the tapes and also means that the drive does not need to be cleaned as frequently. You can order cartridge tapes by calling your local Siemens Nixdorf office. U24801-J-Z146-2-7600 RM300 C Models...

  • Page 118: The Cd-Rom Drive

    Drives The CD-ROM drive Figure 44: Controls on the CD-ROM drive Headphone jack Volume control Access LED Release button Emergency eject button (recessed) Unlike a floppy disk or a tape cartridge, a CD-ROM cannot be written to (ROM = read-only memory). RM300 C Models U24801-J-Z146-2-7600...
  • Page 119 Drives Figure 45: Opening the CD-ROM drive tray Inserting a CD-ROM Ê Press the release button. The drive tray comes out automatically and remains open. Ê Place the CD-ROM on the drive tray with the label side up. Ê Press the release button. Then the drive tray closes automatically.
  • Page 120 Drives Figure 46: Manually ejecting a CD-ROM Ejecting a CD-ROM in emergencies If there is a power failure or the drive is damaged, it may not be possible to remove a CD-ROM from the drive in the normal way. Shut down the system normally. Ê...

  • Page 121: Data Media

    Data media All the data media you need for your system can be obtained through your local SNI office. Adhesive labels are supplied with all data media. Fill in the labels and apply them to the appropriate places on the data media. U24801-J-Z146-2-7600 RM300 C Models...

  • Page 123: Floppy Disks

    Data media 10.1 Floppy disks Figure 47: 3.5" floppy disk Head access slot Shutter Cutout for automatic detection of a high-density disk Label area Write-protect notch write protection on: small rectangular aperture open write protection off: small rectangular aperture closed Insertion pointer Format your floppy disks before you write to them for the first time (unless you are using preformatted disks).

  • Page 124: Tape Cartridges

    Siemens Nixdorf office. To obtain optimum recording quality you are advised to use the cartridges available from you local Siemens Nixdorf office, as these provide the best match with the characteristics of the drive. Only use SNI-approved cartridges. Other cartridges may damage the drive heads.
  • Page 125 Data media General hints for handling magnetic tape cartridges Only use SNI-approved cartridges. Keep cartridges away from magnetic objects. Keep cartridges away from direct sunlight and sources of heat (the optimum storage temperature is between +5°C and +45°C). Do not use cleaning agents, solvents or thinners on cartridges. Avoid rapid temperature fluctuations.
  • Page 126 Data media Mechanical write protection on quarter-inch cartridges Figure 48: Mechanical write protection on quarter-inch cartridges write-protected (2) not write-protected You protect quarter-inch cartridges against inadvertent overwriting or erasing by rotating the write lock until the arrow is pointing towards SAFE. Mechanical write protection on 4 mm cartridges Figure 49: Mechanical write protection on 4 mm cartridges 4 mm cartridges have a write lock.
  • Page 127 Data media Mechanical write protection of an 8 mm magnetic tape cassette Figure 50: Mechanical write protection on 8 mm cartridges 8 mm cartridges have a write lock. The lock is active if the protect tab is covering the aperture. not write-protected (2) write-protected U24801-J-Z146-2-7600...

  • Page 128: Cd-Rom

    Data media 10.3 CD-ROM Unlike a floppy disk or a tape cartridge, a CD-ROM cannot be written to (ROM = read-only memory). If a CD-ROM gets dirty, you can clean its surface, very carefully, with a soft, clean and dry cloth. Never use a damp cloth or any cleaning agents or solvents. Vapors such as ammonia in the immediate environment may cause damage.

  • Page 129: Equipment Care

    Equipment care Your local Siemens Nixdorf office offers a comprehensive range of cleaning and maintenance products for your system. The chapter “Acces- sories” on page 155 lists the various products together with their order numbers. U24801-J-Z146-2-7600 RM300 C Models...

  • Page 131: Cleaning The System Unit

    Equipment care Before you start cleaning work, switch all equipment off. Make sure that no water gets inside the equipment. Never use sprays, abrasive powder or cleaning agents which dissolve synthetic materials. 11.1 Cleaning the system unit To clean the components of the housing you simply need to wipe them down with a dry cloth.

  • Page 132: Cleaning The Cd-Rom Drive

    Equipment care 11.1.2 Cleaning the CD-ROM drive The CD-ROM does not require any special cleaning. 11.1.3 Cleaning cartridge tape drives The intervals at which you need to clean the cartridge tape drives are based on the length of time they are in use, the quality of the tapes and the environmental condi- tions.
  • Page 133 Equipment care The error indicator also flashes if, following a successful cleaning opera- tion, you use a tape on which the error rate is already too high. Please clean the drive again if this is the case and do not use the offending tape again.

  • Page 134: Cleaning Scsi Devices

    Equipment care Issue the command clean8mm devicename at shell level. Ê This starts the cleaning operation. The operation takes approx. 1-2 minutes. Once the cleaning operation is complete, the cleaning cartridge is ejected automatically. Remove the cleaning cartridge. Ê Note the date on the label provided. Ê...

  • Page 135: Technical Data

    Technical data System components Base configurations Expansion options Electrical characteristics, safety standards and EMC data Ambient conditions and dimensions U24801-J-Z146-2-7600 RM300 C Models...

  • Page 137: System Components

    Technical data 12.1 System components The system unit houses the motherboard, the processor board, the controllers and the power supply. A " hard disk drive and a " floppy disk drive are installed in the system unit by default. Quarter-inch, 4 mm and 8 mm cartridge tape drives and CD-ROM drives can be installed as options.

  • Page 138: Base Configurations

    Technical data 12.2 Base configurations System unit, comprising: – motherboard with: 1 x I/O (input/output) controller (2 x V.24, 1 x Bitronics, mouse and keyboard port) 1 x SVGA port ® 1 x Ethernet controller 1 x SCSI-2 (Small Computer System Interface) Controller SE (single-ended) 1 x SCSI-2 Controller SE 16 bit for the Controller CC91 (optional for 16 bit system) –...
  • Page 139 Technical data mouse (only for fullgraphical mode) 1 PCI Slot 1 with Combo Board or Super Combo Board CC91 – Combo Board 1 x SVGA interface 1 x Ethernet (10baseT and AUI) – Super Combo Board CC91 1 x SVGA interface 1 x Ethernet 10 or 100 Mbit/s (only 10BaseT) 1 x SCSI SE 16 bit for internal cabling (for disks only).

  • Page 140: Expansion Options

    Technical data 12.3 Expansion options We are constantly enhancing our systems to keep pace with the demands of the market. You can find out what enhancements have been made since you bought your system by consulting your local SNI office, and you can at any time have these components added to your system by our service organization.

  • Page 141: Additional Controllers

    Technical data 12.3.3 Additional controllers This list is continually being updated (subject to technical modifications). Graphics controller CG16 2-D/3-D High Performance, 2 MB Video RAM extension 2 MB (CG20) CG17 2-D/3-D High Performance, 4 MB Video RAM extension 4 MB (CG22) LAN communication controller CL13 Ethernet...
  • Page 142 Technical data Terminal controller CT11 IOPRO EISA 16 x V.24 CT13 IOPRO EISA 16 x SS97 or V.11 CT21 TACSI controller EISA EISA bus serial interface multiplexer (E- SIM) CT31 IHSS multipoint EISA 4 x IHSS (E-SIH) CT32 IHSS multipoint EISA 4 x V.24 (E-SIH)

  • Page 143: Expanding Hard Disk Storage

    Technical data 12.3.4 Expanding hard disk storage " hard disk drives are available with capacities of 2 GB, 4.5 GB and 9.1 GB. 12.3.5 Optical storage media Component Internal External CD-ROM, 650 MB OD drive, 650 MB/1.3 GB/2.6 GB 12.3.6 Cartridge tape drives This list is continually being updated (subject to technical modifications).

  • Page 144: Electrical Characteristics, Safety Standards And Emc Data

    Technical data 12.4 Electrical characteristics, safety standards and EMC data Electrical characteristics Rated voltage (range) 100-120 V or 220–240 V (switchable) Tolerance of the rated voltage +6/-10 % Rated frequency 50 Hz / 60 Hz Rated current (total) max. 2.2 A at 240 V max.

  • Page 145: Communication Controller Certification

    Technical data 12.5 Communication controller certification The BZT (Bundesamt für Zulassungen in der Telekommunikation, the German PTT licensing body) has allocated the following BZT numbers/certificates of compliance to the various WAN (Wide Area Network) communication controllers: Controller Applicable certifi- Examination Object desig- designation cates of compliance...

  • Page 146: Ambient Conditions

    Technical data 12.6 Ambient conditions Noise level Sound power level (L 6.1 B Workstation sound pressure 43 dB level ( LpAm Ambient conditions Climate (limit range of operation) Temperature 5°C to 40°C 5% to 85% Relative humidity Climate (transportation) Temperature -25°C to 60°C 15% to 98% Relative humidity...

  • Page 147: Dimensions And Weight

    Technical data 12.7 Dimensions and Weight Dimensions Size in mm (H x W x D) System unit 520 x 215 x 480 Peripherals cabinet 520 x 215 x 480 Peripherals box for cartridge tape drives, hard disk 110 x 215 x 405 drives, OD drive, 4 mm cartridge tape jukebox Peripherals box for half-inch cartridge tape drive 222 x 483 x 681...

  • Page 149: Equipment Settings

    Equipment settings Default settings for screens and printers Drive names Addresses of SCSI devices U24801-J-Z146-2-7600 RM300 C Models...

  • Page 151: Default Settings For Screens And Printers

    Equipment settings 13.1 Default settings for screens and printers You can connect a whole range of different terminals and printers to your system. For more detailed information on these peripheral devices, see the relevant operating manuals. For information on terminals and printers suitable for your system, contact your local SNI office.
  • Page 152 Equipment settings Intelligent terminal controller interfaces The interfaces of the intelligent terminal controller can be addressed with the following names (Attachment device and Connector name columns) once they have been created using Config. Interface Attach- Attachment Connector Major, minor ment type* device* name* dev.
  • Page 153 Equipment settings Terminal controller interfaces The interfaces of the terminal controller can be addressed with the following names (Attachment device and Connector name columns) once they have been created using Config. Example for two installed and configured terminal controller Interface Attach- Attachment Connector...

  • Page 154: Configuring The Bitronics Interface

    Equipment settings 13.1.2 Configuring the Bitronics interface The Bitronics interface for the system printer can be addressed via the /dev/cpt special file. 13.1.3 Default settings for serial console monitors To operate the system, you require either a graphical monitor or a serial terminal as a console.
  • Page 155 Equipment settings Setting the console parameters for terminal type TC20-V100 Set the same parameters here as for terminal type 9766. Setting the console parameters for terminal type TC10-V100 Set the same parameters here as for terminal type 9766. Connecting additional terminals If you wish to connect more terminals in addition to the console, you must configure the appropriate interfaces using the Config user interface.
  • Page 156 Equipment settings The following table lists the various terminal types and their connection options: Mother- TACLAN TACSI TC4P board IHSS controller Terminal (E-Sim) V.24 V.24 V.11 Direct V.24 V.11 IHSS IHSS rect 97801-524 – – – – – 97801-502 – –...

  • Page 157: Default Settings For Printers With A Serial Connection

    Equipment settings 13.1.4 Default settings for printers with a serial connection The printers suitable for the system can be connected as specified in the following table. To ensure error-free data transfer between the interface of the system unit and the printer, the printer must be adapted to the configuration of the interface.
  • Page 158 Equipment settings The following table shows the various interfaces via which the printers can be ope- rated: Mother- 9766/ TACLAN TC4P board BA80 (Ethn.) Prirnter V.24 Centro- V.24 V.11 V.24 V.11 V.24 V.11 nics 4009-ND10/60 – – – – 4011-ND10/60 –...

  • Page 159: Terminal Settings For Cmx Administration

    Equipment settings 13.1.5 Terminal settings for CMX administration ® If you wish to administer CMX (Communication Management under UNIX ), the relevant terminal must be set as follows: Terminal type Operating Keyboard $TERM shell variable mode 97801-524 97801 Reliant UNIX or 97801 SINIX V5.42 97801-524...

  • Page 160: Drive Names

    Equipment settings 13.2 Drive names This section lists the drive-specific device names (special files) with which the drives can be addressed. If you wish to execute a write or read command for a data medium, you must specify the device name of the drive containing the data medium. Access to the drives can be defined by means of options.
  • Page 161 Equipment settings Determining device names Under the system administrator ID you can use XConfig or SYSADM-> Configuration Hardware or the autoconf command to show which devices are installed. Example for the autoconf command: Ê Enter the following command: $ /sbin/autoconf -l | pg The names for the peripheral devices are output as they are given in the overview above.

  • Page 162: Addresses For Scsi Devices

    Equipment settings 13.3 Addresses for SCSI devices All devices attached to the SCSI SE port or a SCSI controller (hard disks and other drives) must have a unique address, known as the SCSI ID. The IDs of preinstalled drives are preset when the system is shipped. When attaching external drives, make sure you do not allocate an ID which has already been assigned.
  • Page 163 Equipment settings Addresses for SCSI devices in peripherals cabinets Peripherals cabinets are attached to SCSI controllers installed in the optional slots in the system unit. Both EISA and PCI controllers can be used. The addresses of hard disks in peripherals cabinets can be listed with the autoconf command. Configuration of peripherals cabinets is handled by the SNI service personnel.

  • Page 165: Accessories

    Accessories For information on ordering accessories, contact your local Siemens Nixdorf office. The tables on the following pages list the available items. U24801-J-Z146-2-7600 RM300 C Models...
  • Page 167 Accessories Floppy disks Order number " disks formatted, max. 1.44 MB 106 0000 3139 " disks unformatted, max. 1.44 MB 106 0000 3138 Tape cartridges Order number Quarter-inch cartridge, 155 MB 106 0000 3137 Quarter-inch cartridge, 525 MB 106 0000 3141 4 mm cartridge (90 m), 2 GB 106 0000 3142 4 mm cartridge (120 m), 4 GB...
  • Page 168 Accessories Cables for peripherals The cables are not part of the scope of supply for the various peripherals. The following lists show you the commonest types of cable. The code xx stands for the part of the order number which specifies the length (e.g. M5 = 5 m, C250 = 250 cm). Monitor, printer and modem cables Device type Cable label...
  • Page 169 Accessories Connection to terminal controller Device type Cable label Product number V.24 adapter cable T26139-Y2107-C120 KB030-C120 TC10-V24 T26139-Y2108-Vx KB031-M15/-C750 TC20 to adapter cable T26139-Y2106-M3 KB032-M3 Printer (V.24) T26139-Y2102-M KB028-M5/-M15 to adapter cable 9766 to adapter cable KB078-M7/-M15 T26139-Y1309-Mxx Adapter cable for V.11 T26139-Y2221-C120 KB077-C120 V.11 extension cable KB068-M15/-M20/-M30/-M40...
  • Page 170 Accessories Connection to TACSI controller (E-SIM) Device type Cable label Product number E-SIM to AFP network T26139-Y1333-V1 KB087-M10 97801-530 to AFP (RJ45) T26139-Y1776-Mx KB119-M4/-M8 7801-530 to AFP (IHSS) T26139-Y955-Mx KB145-M4/-M8 TC10-V24 to TAK (V.24) T26139-Y970-Mxx KB146-M10/-M20/-M30 TC10-V110 to TAK (V.11) T26139-Y457-Vxx KB068-M15/-M20/-M30/-M40 TC20-V100 to TAK (V.24)
  • Page 171 Accessories Cables for connections to WAN controllers (EWAN/EWAN-L) Device type Cable label Product number V.24 connection cable T26139-Y1517-M KB024-M3/-M5/-M10/-M15 X.21 connection cable KB025-M3/-M5/-M7 T26139-Y1013-M x EWAN only: Adapter cable (1 x V.24 T26139-Y2297-M1 KB148-M3/-M6 1 x V.11) /-M12/-M30/-M50/-M100 Adapter cable (3 x V.24 KB149-M3/-M6 T26139-Y2298-M1 1 x V.11)

  • Page 173: Reference Section And Index

    Reference section and Index Glossary Abbreviations Figures Related publications Index U24801-J-Z146-2-7600 RM300 C Models...

  • Page 175: Glossary

    Glossary Glossary American National Standards Institute (ANSI) An organization dedicated to developing and publishing standards to make products more compatible (which means they are interchangeable or can be combined with one another). asynchronous data transmission A form of data transmission in which synchronization between sender and receiver is established for a series of bits.
  • Page 176 Glossary cache A cache is a temporary storage area with very short access times between primary storage (RAM) and other parts of the central processing unit. It is used to shorten the access times to RAM. It also speeds up access times to periph- erals.
  • Page 177 Glossary display workstation See terminal electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Any electrical device emits electromagnetic interference and is itself affected by electromagnetic interference. Electromagnetic compatibility refers to a condition in which this interference remains within prescribed limits. These limits are defined in EU directive 89/336/EEC “Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)”.
  • Page 178 Glossary high availability High system availability means that errors/faults which can lead to breaks in system operation are avoided or are bypassed by the system using automati- cally initiated procedures. A system configuration, for example, comprising two or more systems using one or more shared peripherals cabinets could be described as having high availability.
  • Page 179 Glossary OD drive An OD drive is a multifunction drive for WORM and ROD magneto-optical media. OD jukebox An OD jukebox is a fully automated disk changer subsystem for WORM and ROD magneto-optical media for the RM200. Disk access is controlled by software.
  • Page 180 Glossary streaming mode A cartridge tape drive is operating in streaming mode when data is written or read without the tape halting. synchronous transmission A form of data transmission in which data bits are transmitted from the sender to the receiver at regular time intervals. Thus there is no need for start and stop bits.
  • Page 181 Glossary twisted-pair Twisted-pair (also known as 10baseT, the T standing for twisted-pair) is a low- cost Ethernet variant, the distinguishing feature being that the cable segments cover even shorter distances than those covered by thin Ethernet. Twisted-pair cabling uses separately insulated strands of wire twisted together as its trans- mission medium.

  • Page 183: Abbreviations

    Abbreviations Abbreviations ANSI American National Standards Institute Advanced Technology Asynchronous Transfer Mode Attachment Unit Interface battery backup unit BMPT Bundesministerium für Post und Telekommunikation (German PTT authority) BNC-T Bayonet Norm Connector Bundesamt für Zulassungen in der Telekommunikation (German PTT licensing body) CCITT Comité...
  • Page 184 Abbreviations European Economic Community EISA Extended Industry Standard Architecture electromagnetic compatibility Europa-Norm (European standard) E-SIH EISA-Bus Serial Interface Multiplexer Inhouse E-SIM EISA-Bus Serial Interface Multiplexer EWAN EISA Wide Area Network Federal Communications Commission FDDI Fiber Distributed Data Interface Group Coded Recording high density HDLC High-level Data Link Control...
  • Page 185 RAID Redundant Array of Independent Disks RISC Reduced Instruction Set Computer rewritable optical disk secondary cache SCSI Small Computer System Interface single-ended (SCSI interface) second-level cache streaming-mode cartridge Systems Network Architecture (IBM) Siemens Nixdorf Informationssysteme U24801-J-Z146-2-7600 RM300 C Models...
  • Page 186 Abbreviations shielded twisted-pair SVGA Super Video Graphics Array TACSI Terminal Attachment Concept in SINIX terminal attachment concentrator terminal controller TCP/IP Transport Control Protocol/Interface Program Teleservice Underwriters Laboratories uninterruptible power supply unshielded twisted-pair Verein deutscher Elektrotechniker (Association of German Electrical Engineers) VESA Video Electronics Standards Association Video Graphics Array...

  • Page 187: Figures

    Figures Figures Figure 1: Female connector ..... . . Figure 2: Parallel blade plug, tandem blade plug ... . Figure 3: Connecting the monitor, keyboard and mouse to the system unit 26 Figure 4:...
  • Page 188 Figures Figure 25: WAN controller with V.24 and X.21 port (EWAN, EISA) (CW20, CW22) - (optional) - ....Figure 26: ISDN S0 controller (ISA) (CW32) - (optional) - ..Figure 27: EISA SCSI controller, differential (CS11, CS13) - (optional) - Figure 28:...

  • Page 189: Related Publications

    Related publications Related publications Reliant UNIX 5.43 Reliant UNIX Installation and Operation – RM200, RM300, RM400 SINIX V5.42 SINIX Installation and Operation – RM200, RM400 RM Systems Safety Instructions Reliant UNIX 5.43 RM300 C Series Technical Manual SINIX V5.43 or SINIX V5.42 Introductory Guide User Guide Reliant UNIX 5.43...
  • Page 190 Related publications Reliant UNIX 5.43 Networking Reference Manual Reliant UNIX 5.43 System Administration and HW Configuration with SYSADM System Administrator Guide SINIX V5.42 System Administration and HW Configuration with SYSADM System Administrator Guide SINIX V5.43 Hardware Configuration with Config under SINIX/windows RM200, RM400, RM600 Product Manual SINIX/windows V3.0...
  • Page 191 Related publications SINIX/windows User Environment V3.0 XDCL Desktop Configuration Language (SINIX Desktop) Reference Manual RAIDmaster Introductory Guide for System Administrators (SINIX/Windows NT) User Guide SPOOL V4.2 (SINIX) User and Administrator Guide SPOOL V4.2 (SINIX) Menus SPOOL V4.2 (SINIX) Reference Manual TACLAN TACLAN-ADM863 Administrator’s Guide SINIX V5.41 (RM400/RM600)
  • Page 192 Ordering manuals The manuals listed above and the corresponding order numbers can be found in the Siemens Nixdorf List of Publications. New publications are described in the Druck- schriften-Neuerscheinungen (New Publications). You can arrange to have both of these sent to you regularly by having your name placed on the appropriate mailing list.

  • Page 193: Index

    Index Index Numerics basic configurations 128 batteries 11 4 mm cartridge disposal 11 insert 100 battery backup unit (BBU) 165 remove 100 baud rate 144 4 mm cartridge drive for printers 147 tips 107 for terminal type 9766 144 4 mm tape drive 99 for terminal type TC10 V100 145 cleaning 122 for terminal type TC20-V100 145...
  • Page 194 Index communication controller 132 dimensions 137 components of system 127 display elements Config 141 MTC drive 8 mm 20/40 Gbyte 104 configure MTC drive 8 mm 5/10 Gbyte 101 graphical monitor (Reliant UNIX) 74 display mode 69 graphical monitor (SINIX) 72 distributor box 145 drives keyboard 64...
  • Page 195 Index configure (Reliant UNIX) 74 ANSI 70 modem configure (SINIX) 72 attach 40 console 62 monitor shutting down the system unit 33 attach 27 graphics move 91 switch modes 79 graphics controller 27 set up 25 mouse attach 26 configure 71 hard disk storage MTC drive, 8 mm 20/40 Gbyte expand 133...
  • Page 196 Index Super Combo Board 129 syntax, keyboard 65 quarter-inch cartridge SYSADM insert 98 general notes 63 remove 98 system unit quarter-inch tape drive 97 attach to LAN 45 cleaning 122 attach to WAN 50 backplane 38 clean 121 Reliant UNIX connect 26 country variant of the keyboard 68 keylock switch 30...
  • Page 197 Index V.24 interface 141 intelligent terminal controller 142 terminal controller 143 WAN communication controller 132 WAN controller 50 certification 135 weight 137 WX keyboard 65 x97801 65 U24801-J-Z146-2-7600 RM300 C Models...
  • Page 199 Comments Siemens Nixdorf Informationssysteme AG User Documentation OEC ES EP5 81730 München Suggestions Germany Corrections Fax: (089) 636-48717 Internet: man2@mch.sni.de X.400: C=de; A=dbp; P=scn; O=sni; OU1=mch1; OU2=s31; S=mr; G=manuals Submitted by Comments on RM300 C Models Operating Manual U24801-J-Z146-2-7600...
  • Page 201 Comments Siemens Nixdorf Informationssysteme AG User Documentation OEC ES EP5 81730 München Suggestions Germany Corrections Fax: (089) 636-48717 Internet: man2@mch.sni.de X.400: C=de; A=dbp; P=scn; O=sni; OU1=mch1; OU2=s31; S=mr; G=manuals Submitted by Comments on RM300 C Models Operating Manual U24801-J-Z146-2-7600...
  • Page 203 Self-tuition media Fax: (++49) 89636-52003 The Siemens Nixdorf Training Center offers consulting for in-service training, courses and self-tuition media on al- most all aspects of information technology, either on your premises or at a Training Center near you. Write to us for information and course programs.
  • Page 205 Self-tuition media Fax: (++49) 89636-52003 The Siemens Nixdorf Training Center offers consulting for in-service training, courses and self-tuition media on al- most all aspects of information technology, either on your premises or at a Training Center near you. Write to us for information and course programs.

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