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DEC 3000 800 manual available for free PDF download: Owner's Manual
DEC 3000 800 Owner's Manual (318 pages)
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Parts Description
15
Preface
15
Part I Basic Operations
19
1 Introduction to Your System
21
Chapter Overview
21
System Configurations
22
An Overview of the System
23
The DEC 3000 Model 800/900 AXP Workstation
23
The DEC 3000 Model 800S AXP Server
24
Operating Systems
26
Software Product Descriptions (SPD)
28
Graphics Capabilities
29
Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN)
30
Audio Capabilities
31
Available Options
32
2 Preparing to Install the System
35
Chapter Overview
35
Choosing a Location
36
Dimensions of System
36
Customizing Your Work Area
38
Positioning Components
38
Positioning Your System Components
39
Moving Your System
40
The System Handle
40
Lifting the System Unit
41
Unpacking a Workstation System
42
Workstation Components and Parts
43
Components and Parts to Save
44
Unpacking a Server System
45
Required Server Components and Parts
46
Components and Parts to Save
47
A Closer Look at a Pedestal System
48
Back of System Unit
48
Back of the System Unit
48
Synchronous/Asynchronous Communications Port
49
ISDN Port
49
Front of System Unit
50
Front of the System Unit
51
System Unit Symbols
52
Where to Go Next
53
3 Installing a Workstation System
55
Chapter Overview
55
Before You Begin
56
Task Overview
57
Parts Needed to Install Your Workstation
57
Steps to Install Your DEC 3000 Model 800/900 AXP Workstation
58
Connecting the Workstation
59
Attaching the Ethernet Loopback Connector
59
Connecting the Keyboard/Mouse Extension Cable
60
Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse to the Keyboard/Mouse Extension Cable
61
Connecting the Universal Strain Relief Strap
63
Making Monitor Connectors
64
Connecting the Monitor Cords
65
Connecting the Monitor Video Cable
66
Factory-Installed Software Label
67
Connecting the System Power Cord to System
68
Connecting the Headset
69
Connecting a Modem
70
Connecting a Printer
71
Checking the Alternate Console Switch
72
System Unit Cover Lock
73
System Unit Cover Keys
73
Locking the System Unit Cover
74
Checking Your Installation
75
A Connected Workstation
75
Where to Go Next
76
4 Installing a Server System
77
Chapter Overview
77
Before You Begin
78
Task Overview
79
Parts Needed to Install Your Server
79
Connecting the Server
80
Steps to Install Your DEC 3000 Model 800S AXP Server
80
Connecting the Ethernet Loopback Connector
81
Connecting a Terminal to the Server
82
Factory Installed Software Label
83
Connecting Power Cord to System Unit
84
Connecting a Modem
85
Connecting a Printer Cable
86
Checking the Alternate Console Switch
87
System Unit Cover Lock
88
System Unit Cover Keys
88
Locking the System Unit Cover
89
Checking Your Installation
90
A Connected Server
90
Where to Go Next
91
5 Connecting the System to a Network
93
Chapter Overview
93
Before You Begin
94
Required Network Cables
95
Connecting to an AUI Ethernet Network
96
Steps for Connecting an AUI Ethernet Network
96
Connecting to an AUI Ethernet Network
97
Connecting to a 10BASE-T Network
98
Connecting a 10BASE-T Network Cable
98
Connecting to a 10BASE2 Network
99
Steps for Connecting a 10BASE2 Ethernet Network
99
Connecting the AUI Ethernet Cable to the DECXM Transceiver
100
Connecting the Thinwire Cable and T-Connector to the DECXM Transceiver
101
Terminating the Ethernet Connection
101
DECXM Documentation
102
Setting and Verifying the Network Connection
103
Completing the Network Connection
105
6 Starting up the System
107
Chapter Overview
107
Before You Begin
108
Turning on the System
109
Steps for Starting a Workstation
110
Steps for Starting a Server
110
Turning on the DEC 3000 Model 800/800S/900 AXP System
111
Reviewing the Startup Display
112
Startup Display
112
Startup Display Information
113
Starting a System with Factory-Installed Software
114
Factory-Installed Software Documentation
114
Openvms AXP Initial Startup Display
115
Openvms AXP Decwindows Motif Start Session Screen
116
DEC OSF/1 AXP Initial Startup Display
117
DEC OSF/1 AXP Decwindows Motif Start Session Screen
118
Loading Operating System Software
119
Start the Operating System
119
Where to Go Next
120
7 Turning off the System
121
Chapter Overview
121
Before You Begin
122
Current System Status
122
Task Overview
123
Steps to Shutting down Your System
123
Shutting down the System
124
Operating System Shutdown Procedure
124
Turning off the System Unit
125
Halting the System
126
Halting the Operating Systems
126
Pressing the Halt Button
127
System Halt Message
128
8 Maintaining the System
131
Chapter Overview
131
Before You Begin
132
Maintaining the System Unit and Keyboard
132
Cleaning the Monitor
134
Cleaning the Mouse
135
Removing/Replacing the Mouse Cover Plate
135
Steps for Cleaning the Mouse
135
Removing the Front Access Door
136
Steps to Remove the Front Access Door
136
Removing the Front Access Door
137
Part II Advanced Operations
139
9 Using Console Commands
141
Chapter Overview
141
Before You Begin
142
Modes of System Operation
143
Console Mode User Interface
144
Supported Keys and Control Characters
145
Console Commands
146
Basic Console Commands
146
Advanced Console Commands
146
The Boot Command
149
Boot Command Parameters/Qualifiers
149
Device Naming Conventions
150
The Continue Command
153
The Halt Command
153
The Help Command
154
The Help Advanced Command
155
The Set or Setenv Command
156
The Show or Printenv Command
157
The Test Command
158
10 Changing Environment Variables
159
Chapter Overview
159
Before You Begin
160
Available Environment Variables
160
Displaying Current Environment Variables
162
Parameters for Setting Startup Action
163
Changing the Default Startup Action (Auto_Action)
163
Changing the Default Startup Action (Auto_Action)
164
Changing the Default Boot Device (Bootdef_Dev)
165
The Show Device Display
166
Changing the Default Diagnostic Startup Mode (Diag_Quick)
167
Changing the Default Keyboard Language (Language)
168
Changing the Default Fast SCSI (Fast_Scsi_A)(Fast_Scsi_B)
169
Environment Variables
170
11 Using the Password Security Feature
171
Chapter Overview
171
Before You Begin
172
Console Command Access
173
Task Overview
174
Steps to Making the System Secure
174
Entering a Password
175
Enabling System Security
176
Forgetting the Password
177
Steps to Access System
177
Disabling or Changing the Password
178
12 Using an Alternate Console
179
Chapter Overview
179
Using the Alternate Console
179
Before You Begin
180
Using the Alternate Console Feature
181
Attaching a Device to the Alternate Console/Printer Port
182
Changing the Alternate Console Switch
183
Part III Handling Problems
185
13 Identifying a Problem
187
Chapter Overview
187
Before You Begin
188
How to Identify a Problem
188
Task Overview
189
Steps to Resolving Problems
189
Determining Type of Problem
190
Type of Problem
191
Startup Problems
192
Power Indicator Light Failure
192
Power Indicator Light
193
Position of Diagnostic Display Lights
194
Missing Startup Display
195
Startup Display with Error
196
Startup Error Codes
197
Startup Without Booting
198
Interpreting the Show Command Display
199
Information Provided by the Show Console Commands
199
Configuration Display with Error
200
The Show Config Display Described
201
The Show Device Display
202
The Show Device Display Described
203
System Device Errors
205
The Show Error Display
206
Error Message Elements
206
The Show Memory Display
207
Display Problems
208
Monitor Display Problems
209
Monitor Display Problems
210
Mouse and Keyboard Problems
211
SCSI Device Problems
212
Installed Disk Drive Problems
212
Installed Software Problems
213
Network Problems
214
Resolving ni Errors
214
Where to Go Next
215
Problems When Booting from the Network
215
14 Running Diagnostic Tests
217
Chapter Overview
217
Before You Begin
218
Task Overview
219
Steps to Diagnostic Tests
219
Running Diagnostic Tests
220
Diagnostic Tests
220
SCC Diagnostic Test Display
221
SCC Test Display with Error
222
Turbochannel Tests
223
Initializing Your System
224
Initializing the System with the SCC Test
225
Recording the Diagnostic Display Light Pattern
226
Position of Diagnostic Display Lights
226
Diagnostic Display Lights
227
Reporting Problems to Digital Services
228
Serial and Model Numbers
229
Telephone Numbers of Digital Support Centers
230
Connecting the 10BASE-T Loopback Connector
231
Connecting the Alternate Console/Printer Loopback Connector
232
Connecting the Modem Loopback Connector
233
Handling Problems Worksheet
234
Part IV
237
A Hardware Specifications
237
Appendix Overview
239
System Unit Dimensions: Pedestal
239
System Specifications
240
System Electrical Specifications
240
General System Specifications
241
System Environmental Specifications
242
Power Cord Part Numbers
243
Appendix Overview
245
Alternate Console/Printer Port
245
Alternate Console/Printer Port Pin-Outs
246
Synchronous/Asynchronous Communications Port Pin-Outs
247
Synchronous/Asynchronous Communications Port
248
External SCSI Port
249
External SCSI Port Pin-Outs
249
Keyboard/Mouse or Tablet Port
251
Keyboard/Mouse or Tablet Port Pin-Outs
251
AUI Ethernet Port
252
AUI Ethernet Port Pin-Outs
253
ISDN Port
254
ISDN Port Pin-Outs
254
10BASE-T Port
255
10BASE-T Port Pin-Outs
255
Audio Port
256
Audio Port Pin-Outs
256
C European Economic Community (EEC) Considerations
257
Appendix Overview
257
EEC Installation Instructions for Nonshielded Cables
258
Connecting a Pigtail Grounding Wire
259
D Associated Documents
261
Appendix Overview
261
Associated Printed Documents
261
Associated Printed Documents
262
Handbook Series
262
Openvms AXP Documentation
263
General Openvms AXP Operating System Documents
263
DEC OSF/1 AXP Documentation
264
User Documentation, QA-MT4AB-GZ
264
Server Documentation Kit, QA-MT4AL-GZ
265
D–5 Server Documentation Kit, QA–MT4AL–GZ
265
E Special Information for PTT Network Users
267
Appendix Overview
267
Service Categories
267
Host Power Rating
267
BABT-Approved Service Specifications for the 54-21147 Module for UK Compliance
268
Module Power
269
Module Isolation
270
Clearance and Creepage Distances
270
Safety Status
271
Cable Approval
272
Connector Pin Layout
272
Pin-Outs
273
Connector Pin-Outs Described
273
Equipment between the Approved Module and a Digital Circuit (PTT
274
Glossary
275
Index
311
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