Compaq EK-ASIP2-OG. D01 User Manual

AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral
Platform

Hardware Owner's Guide

Part Number: EK-ASIP2-OG. D01

May 1999

Compaq Computer Corpora ti on
Houston, Texas

May 1999

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FCC Notice: This equipment gener ates, uses, and may emi t radio frequency energy. The equipment has been t ype
tested and found to comply with the l imits for a Class A digi tal device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC rules, which are
designed to provide reasonable protection against such radio frequency interference.

Operation of t his equipment in a residential area may cause interference in w hich case the user at his ow n expens e w ill
be required to take w hatever measures may be required to correct the interference.

Any modifications to this device - unless express ly approved by the manufacturer - can void the user’ s authority to
operate this equipment under part 15 of the FCC rul es.

Note: Additional inf ormation on the need to i nterconnect the device with shielded (dat a) cables or the need for s pecial
devices, such as fer rite beads on cables, is required i f such means of interf e r ence s uppression was used in the
qualification test for the device. This information will vary from device to device and needs to be obtained from the
EMC group or pr oduct manager.

EMI Notice: This product complies with the f ollowing domesti c and international s tandards:

• Domestic: FCC Part 15, Class A

• International : CISP R 22 (Europe EN55022 Class A).

EC Notice:

Warning! This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in whi ch
case the user may be requir e d to take adequate measures.

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ACOUSTICS:

Preliminary declared values per I SO 9296 and ISO 7779:

Sound Power Level
L

, B

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Sound Pressure Level
L

, dBA (Bystander Positions))

pAm

Idle 6.5 50
Operating 6.5 50

Current values for specific configurations are avai lable from Compaq repr es entatives. 1 B = 10 dBA.

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Table of Contents

Preface

1 Product Overview

1.1 Introduction.........................................................................................................................................1–1

1.2 IP Platform Overview..........................................................................................................................1–1

1.2.1 IP Simplex System.....................................................................................................................1–2

1.2.2 IP Duplex System......................................................................................................................1–2

1.2.3 Factory Installed Software .........................................................................................................1–3

1.3 System Features...................................................................................................................................1–4

1.3.1 User Interfaces...........................................................................................................................1–4

1.3.2 Alarm Subsystem .......................................................................................................................1–4

1.3.3 Maintainability ..........................................................................................................................1–4

1.3.4 Reliability..................................................................................................................................1–4

1.3.5 Upgrading................................................................................................................................. .1–5

1.3.6 Compaq Computer Corporation and Industry Standards.............................................................1–5

1.3.6.1 Telecommunications Interfaces........................................................................................1–5

1.3.6.2 Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility.......................................................................1–5

1.3.7 System Security.........................................................................................................................1–6

1.4 Required and Optional Hardware.........................................................................................................1–6

1.4.1 AlphaServer 1000A System .......................................................................................................1–6

1.4.1.1 Overview .........................................................................................................................1–6

1.4.1.2 AlphaServer 1000A Require d Hardware........................................................................... 1–7

1.4.2 Modular Storage Shelf Subsystem (BA35x-Sx)..........................................................................1–8

1.4.2.1 Overview .........................................................................................................................1–8

1.4.2.2 Modular Storage Shelf Optional Hardware .......................................................................1–8

1.4.3 ISA Bus Expansion Chassis.......................................................................................................1–8

1.4.3.1 Overview .........................................................................................................................1–8

1.4.3.2 ISA Bus Expansion Chassis Required and Optional Hardware..........................................1–9

1.4.4 IP Power Controller Subsystem................................................................................................1–10

1.4.4.1 Overview .......................................................................................................................1–10

1.4.4.2 IP Power Controller Options...........................................................................................1–10

1.4.5 Alarm Indicator Panel..............................................................................................................1–10

1.4.6 External Hardware Options...................................................................................................... 1–11

12 Installing the AlphaServer IP Platform Hardware

2.1 Introduction.........................................................................................................................................2–1

2.2 Factory Installed Hardware..................................................................................................................2–1

2.3 Site Preparation...................................................................................................................................2–2

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2.3.1 Preinstallation Considerations....................................................................................................2–2

2.4 Hardware Installation...........................................................................................................................2–3

2.4.1 Installing the IP Platform...........................................................................................................2–4

2.4.1.1 Connecting the Network Hardware...................................................................................2–4

2.4.1.1.1 Connecting Dialogic D/240SC-T1 and DTI/211 T-1 Modules ................................2–5

2.4.1.1.2 Connecting Dialogic DTI/212 E-1 Modules (75-Ohm) ...........................................2–6

2.4.1.1.3 Connecting Dialogic DTI/212 E-1 Modules (120-Ohm).......................................... 2–6

2.4.1.1.4 Connecting Dialogic LSI/120 Loop-Start Module...................................................2–7

2.4.1.2 IP Power Controller.......................................................................................................... 2–8

2.4.1.3 User Alarms.....................................................................................................................2–8

2.4.2 Locking Your System ................................................................................................................2–9

3 Basic Operation

3.1 Introduction.........................................................................................................................................3–1

3.2 Turning on the AlphaServer IP Platform.............................................................................................. 3–1

3.2.1 Step I: Power Controller Circuit Breakers..................................................................................3–1

3.2.2 Step II: ISA Bus Expansion Chassis........................................................................................... 3–1

3.2.3 Step III: AlphaServer 1000A System..........................................................................................3–1

3.3 Basic Operation of the IP Platform Subsystem Components ................................................................3–2

3.3.1 Alarm Indicator Panel................................................................................................................3–2

3.3.1.1 Replacing Batteries in the Alarm Indicator Panel.............................................................3–4

3.3.1.2 Dry Contacts....................................................................................................................3–5

3.3.2 AlphaServer 1000A System .......................................................................................................3–6

3.3.3 Modular Storage Shelf BA35x-Sx Subsystem ............................................................................3–7

3.3.4 ISA Bus Expansion Chassis.......................................................................................................3–8

4 Reconfiguring the AlphaServer IP Platform

4.1 Introduction.........................................................................................................................................4–1

4.2 AlphaServer 1000A System Configurations......................................................................................... 4–2

4.3 ISA Bus Expansion Chassis Configuration...........................................................................................4–3

4.3.1 Removing and Replacing the Alarm Sensor Module ..................................................................4–3

4.3.2 Removing and Replacing the AT Bus Expansion Kit.................................................................4–4

4.4 Modular Storage Shelf BA35x-Sx Subsystem Configuration................................................................4–4

4.5 Alarm Indicator Panel Configuration...................................................................................................4–5

4.5.1 Removing and Replacing the Alarm Indicator Module ...............................................................4–5

5 System Troubleshooting

5.1 Introduction.........................................................................................................................................5–1

5.2 AlphaServer 1000A Subsystem ............................................................................................................5–2

5.3 Alarm Indicator Panel..........................................................................................................................5–2

5.4 ISA Bus Expansion Chassis.................................................................................................................5–3

5.5 Modular Storage Shelf BA35x-Sx Subsystem ......................................................................................5–3

5.6 AlphaServer IP Power Controllers.......................................................................................................5–3

A AlphaServer IP Platform Specifications

A.1 Physical Dimensions..........................................................................................................................A–1

A.2 Electrical Specifications ....................................................................................................................A–1

A.3 System Environmental Specifications................................................................................................A–2

A.4 Dry Contact Specifications ................................................................................................................A–3

A.5 Central Office Compatibility.............................................................................................................. A–4

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B Alarm Input Wiring

B.1 Alarm Input Wiring Dia gram .............................................................................................................B–1

B.2 Wiring User Alarm Inputs..................................................................................................................B–2

C Field Wiring the -48 Vdc Power Inverter

C.1 Field Wiring the -48 Vdc Power Controllers......................................................................................C–1

C.1.1 Installing Suitable Field Wiring................................................................................................C–2

D AlphaServer IP Platform Duplex System Diagrams

D.1 Introduction....................................................................................................................................... D–1

D.2 AlphaServer IP Platform Duplex AC System .....................................................................................D–2

D.3 AlphaServer IP Platform Duplex DC System .....................................................................................D–4

E AlphaServer IP Platform Simplex System Diagrams

E.1 Introduction.........................................................................................................................................E-1

E.2 AlphaServer IP Platform Simpl ex AC System.....................................................................................E-2

E.3 AlphaServer IP Platform Simpl ex DC System.....................................................................................E-4

Glossary

Index

Figures

Figure 3-1: Alarm Indicator Panel (Front and Rear View)........................................................................3–3

Figure 3-2: Dry Contact Terminal Connectors.......................................................................................... 3–6

Figure B-1: Alarm Input Wiring Dia gra m................................................................................................B–1

Figure B-2: Alarm Control Module 8-Pin MJ Connector.........................................................................B–2

Figure D–1: IP Platform Duplex AC System Front and Side View...........................................................D–2

Figure D–2: IP Platform Duplex AC System Rear View ..........................................................................D–3

Figure D–3: IP Platform Duplex DC System Front and Side Views.........................................................D–4

Figure D–4: IP Platform Duplex DC System Rear View ..........................................................................D–5

Figure E–1: IP Platform Simplex AC System Front and Side View ......................................................... E–2

Figure E–2: IP Platform Simplex AC System Rear View......................................................................... E–3

Figure E–3: IP Platform Simplex DC System Front and Side Views........................................................ E–4

Figure E–4: IP Platform Simplex DC System Rear View......................................................................... E–5

Tables

Table 1-1: AlphaServer 1000A Require d Hardware..................................................................................1–7

Table 1-2: Modular Storage Shel f (BA35x-Sx) Optional Hardware ..........................................................1–8

Table 1-3: ISA Bus Expansion Chassis Required and Optiona l Hardware.................................................1–9

Table 1-4: IP Power Controller Options..................................................................................................1–10

Table 1-5: Alarm Indicator Panel Options .............................................................................................. 1–10

Table 1-6: Externa l Hardware Opti ons....................................................................................................1–11

Table 2-1: T-1 to D/240SC-T1 Pin Designations ......................................................................................2–5

Table 2-2: T1 to DTI/211 Pin Designations..............................................................................................2–5

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Table 2-3: E-1 to DTI/212 75-Ohm Pin Designations...............................................................................2–6

Table 2-4: E-1 to DTI/212 120-Ohm Pin Designations.............................................................................2–6

Table 2-5: LSI/120 Loop-Start 25-Pin Designations .................................................................................2–7

Table 2-6: LSI/120 Loop-Start 50-Pin Designations .................................................................................2–8

Table 3-1: Dry Contact Relay Functional Specification............................................................................3–6

Table 4-1: SRM Console Configuration Commands.................................................................................4–2

Table A-1: Physical Dimensions..............................................................................................................A–1

Table A-2: Electrical Specifications for Each Power Controller...............................................................A–1

Table A-3: Environmental Specifications................................................................................................A–2

Table A-4: Dry Contact Specifications....................................................................................................A–3

Table B–1: Alarm Control Module 8-Pin MJ Connector Pinout............................................................... B–2

Table C–1: Field Wire Recommendations for Each Power Feed..............................................................C–2

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About This Guide

The AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral Platform Hardware Owner's Guide describes how to
set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain an AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral (IP)
Platform. If information is available elsewhere, this manual provides a reference to the
appropriate documentation.

Intended Audience

This manual is intended for qualified system managers and technical end users trained in the
installation and the servicing of computer systems.

Structure of This Document

This guide is organized as follows:
Chapter 1, Product Overview – Describes the basic AlphaSe rver IP P l atf orm

configurations, the required and optional hardware, and the factory-installed software.
Chapter 2, Installing the AlphaServer IP Platform Software – Provides instructions for

installing the AlphaServer IP Platform hardware.
Chapter 3, Basic Operation – Describes how to turn on the AlphaServer IP Pl at form.

Preface

Chapter 4, Reconfiguring the AlphaServer IP Platform – Explains how to reconfigure the

AlphaServer IP Platform.

Chapter 5, System Troubleshooting – Provides basic troubleshooting information.
Appendix A, AlphaSe r ve r P latform Specifications – Provides system and environmental

specifications.
Appendix B, Al a r m Input W iring – Provides a wiring diagram of all of the alarm inputs and

wiring information for user alarm inputs.
Appendix C, Field Wiring the -48 Vdc Power Inverter – Provides field wiring details for

the -48 Vdc power controllers.
Appendix D, AlphaSer v e r IP P l atfor m Dupl e x Syste m Di agr ams – Contains diagrams of

the IP duplex platforms.
Appendix E, AlphaSer v e r IP P l atfor m Dupl e x Syste m Di agr ams – Contains diagrams of

the IP simplex platforms.
The Glossary defines technical terms related to the product.
The Index locates the main topics in this guide.

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Conventions

This document uses the following c onve nti ons:

Convention Meaning

IP
Note

Caution
Warning

➊

Italic type

Related Documen tation

Describes an industry-st andard acr onym for Int e lligent Peripheral.
A note calls the reader’s attention to any item of information that may be of

special importance.
A caution contains informat i on esse nti al t o avoi d dam age t o the equi pm ent .
A warning contains information es sent i al t o t he saf et y of per sonnel .
Circled numbers provide a li nk bet ween fi gures or exam pl es and t ext .
Italic type emphasi zes i m port ant i nfor mat i on, i ndicat es vari abl es, and

indicates complete titles of manuals.

For additional information on the

AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral (IP) Platform

subsystem
components and related software, refer to the documentation in the following table. Order
numbers may change as documents are revised or updated. Check with your Compaq sales
representative for additional information.

Document Part Number
AlphaServer IP Platform

Intelligent Peripheral Fault Manager for Tru64 UNIX Installation and User's
Guide

AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral Platform System Manager's Guide

AlphaServer 1000A Processor

AlphaServer 1000A Rackmount Owner’s Guide
DIGITAL UNIX Installa tion Guide
StorageWorks KZPSA PCI-to-SCSI Adapter User’s Guide
Site Environmental Preparation Guide

BA35x-Sx Modular Storage Shel f

BA350 Modular Storage Shelf Subsystem User’s Guide
BA350 Modular Storage Shelf Subsyst em Configurat i on Guide
DWZZB SCSI Signal Converter User’s Guide
RZ Series Disk Drive Installati on Guide - M odels RZ35, RZ26, RZ27, RZ28

-48 Vdc Power Inverter

DIGITAL 2T-48VDC-xx -48Vdc-to-120Vac Power Inverter Owner's Guide

ISA Bus Expansion Chassis

I-Bus 4820 User Manual
Dialogic Voice Hardware Reference
Dialogic Network Hardware Reference
Dialogic VR/160 Hardware Reference
Dialogic FAX/120 Hardware Ref er ence

AA-QN0FD-TE

AA-QU0JC-TE

EK-RMNOR-OG
AA-QTLGB-TE
EK-KZPSA-UG
EK-CSEPG-MA

EK-BA350-UG
EK-BA350-CG
EK-DWZZB-UG
EK-DRZ01-IG

EK-48VDC-OG

109-40020-00
BX-QLTUA-TE
BX-QLTTA-TE
BX-QLTVA-TE
BX-QLTSA-TE

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1.1 Introduction

This chapter includes the following topics:

• IP Platform Overview

• IP Platform Features

• IP Platform Required and Optional Hardware

1.2 IP Platform Overview

The AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral (IP) Platform provides a full suite of hardware and
software components for voice processing, telephony and data communications, management,
processing, and storage. The se c ompone nt s are c om bine d t o ma ke a hi gh pe rforma nc e, hi gh
availability, rackmount-configured IP Platform, that meets certain standards and
specifications.

There are two basic AlphaServer IP Platf orm configurations upon which all platform systems
are built:

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Product Overview

• IP Simplex System

• IP Duplex System

There may also be custom variations of the IP platform.
Each rackmount platform requires a console terminal to display all system alarm messages

and manage alarm conditions.
Basic AlphaServer IP Platform management functions are designed to ensure the integrity of

the platform and to allow for the management of the platform itself. The management
functions include alarming based on critical events, for example; hardware failure, logging of
events and activities, management of the individual resources, and system security. These
functions are described in t he Intelligent Peripheral Fault Manager for Tru64 UNIX
Installation and User's Guide.

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Product Overview

1.2.1 IP Simplex System

The simplex system is a central office compatible rackmount system intended for Telco
central office environments. It contains one each of the following components:

• AlphaServer 1000A system running the Compaq Tru64 UNIX (formerly DIGITAL

UNIX) opera t ing system

• ISA bus expansion chassis

• Alarm indicator panel

• StorageWorks BA35x-Sx mass storage disk drive subsystem (optional)

• Rackmount power controller (120 Vac, 250 Vac, or -48 Vdc models)

Refer to Appendix E for diagrams of the IP simplex system.

1.2.2 IP Duplex System

The duplex rackmount configuration is a central office compatible rackmount system
intended for Telco central office environments and is suitable for live network
implementations. The duplex system includes two each of the following components:

• AlphaServer 1000A system running the Tru64 UNIX operating system

• ISA bus expansion chassis

• Alarm indicator panel

• StorageWorks BA35x-Sx mass storage disk drive subsystems (optional) (connected

together with BN21W-0B and BN21K-XX SCSI bus cables) with disks that can be
striped and/or mirrored

• Two rackmount power controllers (120 Vac, 250 Vac) or one rackmount power controller

(-48 Vdc)

TruCluster software can be ordered separately and is recommended for enhanced availability
with application-defined failover services.

Refer to Appendix D for diagrams of the IP duplex system.

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1.2.3 Factory Installed Software

The IP platform supplied by Compaq Computer Corporation is delivered to the customer with
the following factory-installed software:

• Tru64 UNIX operating system

• Dialogic drivers for Tru64 UNIX that offer the following functionality:

− Voice processing (digitization, call control)

− Telephony network interfaces (loop-start, T-1, E-1)

− FAX

− Voice recognition

• ServerWORKS Agent

• Advanced File System Utilities

• Logical Storage Manager

• TruCluster Available Server for Tru64 UNIX (optional)

• Intelligent Peripheral Fault Manager (IPFM) for the Tru64 UNIX operating system

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• DECevent Translation Utility
All systems include the IP Fault Manager software that detects various system events and

performs pre-configured actions for each event.
Solution developers can also use the IP Fault Manager to display application alarmed events

on the IP alarm panel and to log events. A complete description of the IP Fault Manager is
included in the Intelligent Peripheral Fault Manager for Tru64 UNIX Installation and User's
Guide.

For additional information on how to use the factory-installed software, refer to the individual
product's documentation.

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1.3 System Features

This section provides a brief description of the system features of the AlphaServer IP
Platform.

1.3.1 User Interfaces

The AlphaServer IP Platform is designed to work in real-time public networks of
telecommunications service providers. System and network management activities are
performed by means of a separate data communications network rather than the telephony
communications network (for example, voice or signaling). Both graphical user interfaces
(GUIs) and character cell displays are supported, depending on the interfaces provided by the
layered products on the IP Platform.

Command line or character cell displays are used for objects that do not have a GUI, or as a
supplement to those with a GUI. Command line interfaces can be run over a low-speed dial­up modem with minimal communication protocol support.

1.3.2 Alarm Subsystem

The alarm subsystem of the AlphaServer IP Platform provides alarming functions to the
platform. These functions include the following:

• Visual indication of an alarmed event

• Audible indication of an alarmed event

• Programmable external event notification

• Diagnostic capability

• Battery-backup for alarm indicators

• Programmable software interface with interrupt capability

• Dry contacts for remote monitoring of alarms

The alarm subsystem is comprised of two physical modules: an alarm control module that
resides on the PCI bus, and an alarm indicator panel, which contains all of the visual and
audible indicators.

1.3.3 Maintainability

All configurations are designed with front access for all user devices contained in the
AlphaServer 1000A system, the ISA bus expansion chassis, and the modular storage shelf
BA35x-Sx subsystem. All nonuser devices have rear access.

The AlphaServer 1000A system and the ISA bus expansion chassis are slide mounted for ease
of maintenance.

The BA35x-Sx application storage disks are hot-swappable.

1.3.4 Reliability

Each Compaq Computer Corporation component of this system will function reliably over
time as long as the hardware options used are not altered. All of the Compaq options used in
the design of this system meet Compaq Computer Corporation standards for reliability.
However, the reliability of the equipment supplied by other vendors is determined by the
manufacturer of each device.

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1.3.5 Upgrading

Additional hardware and software opt i ons may be a dded t o your A l phaServe r IP P lat f orm
components. For a complete list of available options, refer to the individual component's
documentation listed in the Related Documentation section of the Preface in this guide.

___________________________ Important _________________________

FCC and safety review is valid only for options listed in this guide.

______________________________________________________________

1.3.6 Compaq Computer Corporation and Industry Standards

The AlphaServer IP Platform conforms to the industry standards outlined in the following
subsections.

1.3.6.1 Telecommunications Interfaces

The AlphaServer IP Platform conforms to the following telecommunications interface
standards when Telephony boards are installed:

• T-1 (24-channel, PCM encoded analog) digital network interface

• E-1 (30-channel, PCM encoded analog) digital network interface

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• Loop-start signaling

• Ground-start signaling

• E&M wink-start signaling

1.3.6.2 Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility

The AlphaServer IP Platform conforms to the following safety and electromagnetic
compatibility standards:

• FCC Part 15, Subpart J

• CSA (Canad i an Standards Association) C22.2 No. 950-93

• UL (Underwriters Laboratory) 1950

• TUV EN 60950

• CE Class A

• C-Tick Mark

• BSMI

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1.3.7 System Security

The AlphaServer IP Platform contains front and rear key locking doors to limit access to
system components. Each AlphaServer IP Platform comes with a duplicate set of front and
rear door keys.

In addition, each AlphaServer 1000A system contains a key to lock the individual processor.
Refer to the AlphaServe r 1000A R ack mount Owner's Guide for instructions on locking the

AlphaServer 1000A system.

______________________________ Note ____________________________

Record the key number for each cabinet door and each CPU. Store this
information in a safe place; you will need the information if replacement is
necessary.

_______________________________________________________________

1.4 Required and Optional Hardware

This section provides a brief description of each major component of the AlphaServer IP
Platform, and lists the required and optional hardware. Contact your Compaq sales

representative for the current supported options and ordering information.

1.4.1 AlphaServer 1000A System

This section describes the AlphaServer 1000A system. It also lists the required hardware for
this system.

1.4.1.1 Overview

The AlphaServer 1000A system is an Alpha uniprocessor server running the Tru64 UNIX
operating system. A single IP cabinet can support up to two AlphaServer 1000A systems. The
AlphaServer 1000A system drives all functions within the IP Platform, including voice
processing, management, and communications. In addition, application, service, and other
layered software run on an Al phaServe r 1000A system. The AlphaServer 1000A offers high
reliability features such as ECC memory and ECC cache.

The AlphaServer 1000A system includes:

• 9 expansion slots: 7 PCI slots and 2 EISA slots

• 256 MB memory, expandable to 1 GB memory

• Integrated Fast-Wide Single-Ended SCSI-2 controller (supports wide and narrow drives)

• Multiple drive bays supporting a 1.44 MB floppy diskette, RRD4 x-xx CD-ROM, 1

available removable media drive bay, and 3 3.5-inch hard disks

• 2 serial ports (9-pin) and one enhanced bi-directional parallel port (25-pin)

For additional information on the AlphaServer 1000A system features and capabilities, see
the AlphaServer 1000A Rackmount Owner's Guide.

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1.4.1.2 AlphaServer 1000A Required Hardware

Table 1-1 lists the requi re d hardware for t he Al phaSe rve r 1000A system. Refer to the
DIGITAL Systems and Options Catalog for descriptions of optional hardware.

Table 1-1: AlphaServer 1000A Required Hardware

Part Number Description Simplex Duplex

PB79D-RA RM

PB7MA-CE 256 MB memory 1 2
2T-VC220-IP AT bus expansion kit (EISA/ISA module) Access

2T-IPCON-AA Alarm control module 1 2
RZ1CB-BS 4.3 GB SCSI hard disk drive

RRD47-AA 32 X CD-ROM drive 1 2
PBXTL-DA 8.0 GB SCSI 4 mm DAT drive 1 2

AlphaServer

System, includes RX23 floppy dri ve

I/O transmitter and receiver modules and 2-meter
cable

Note:

Each
simplex and duplex configurat i ons ar e
preconfigured with one wide disk for sys tem f i l es
and data

1000A 5/500

AlphaServer

Tru64 UNIX

1000A system in the

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1.4.2 Modular Storage Shelf Subsystem (BA35x-Sx)

This section provides a brief description of the modular storage shelf subsystem.

1.4.2.1 Overview

The StorageWorks disk drive subsystem is a rackmount storage resource provided to solution
developers and service developers creating applications on the AlphaServer IP Platform. The
shelves are contained in a separate chassis that provides a flexible capacity for adding and
hot-swapping disks.

The shelf is a self-contained unit with embedded backplane routing with two SCSI buses. It
can be configured for maximum connectivity (1 SCSI bus) or for maximum performance (2
SCSI buses).

Each StorageWorks modular storage shelf houses all the application storage disks in a
rackmount shelf. The following table lists the type of disks that can be used. For additional
information, see the BA350 Modular Storage Shelf Subsystem Configuration Guide.

1.4.2.2 Modular Storage Shelf Optional Hardware

Table 1-2 lists the hardware opt ions for the BA35x-Sx modula r storage shel f.

Table 1-2: Modular Storage Shelf (BA35x-Sx) Opt ional Hardware

Part Number Description

BA35x-Sx Rackmount
DS-RZ1CF-VW
DWZZB-VW Fast, wide, different i al to s i ngle ended SCSI conver t er f or BA35x-Sx.

KZPSA-BB Fast, wide, differential SCSI controller.
H885-AA Tri-link connector block.
H879-AA SCSI termi nat or .

StorageWorks

Terminates SCSI bus at storage unit.

1.4.3 ISA Bus Expansion Chassis

This section describes the ISA bus expansion chassis.

1.4.3.1 Overview

The I-Bus 4820-2819 enclosure is used as a 20-slot ISA bus expansion chassis for the
AlphaServer 1000A system. The ISA bus expansion chassis contains all Dialogic voice
modules for its associated AlphaServer 1000A simplex and duplex systems. The I-Bus 4820­2819 enclosure contains an alarm sensor module which monitors temperature, dc power, and

cooling fan rotation. If any of these reach a point of failure, an alarm signal is sent to the
AlphaServer 1000A.

The ISA bus expansion chassis connects to the AlphaServer 1000A system as follows:

• The ISA bus expansion chassis connects to the AlphaServer 1000A EISA bus by means

of the AT (ISA) bus expansion kit (PN 2T-VC220-IP).

StorageWorks

disks for BA35x enclosure. 4.3 GB disks.

in BA35x-Sx enclosure.

• The ISA bus expansion chassis alarm inputs connect to the AlphaServer 1000A system

by means of a cable.

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1.4.3.2 ISA Bus Expansion Chassis Required and Optional Hardware

The ISA bus expansion chassis connects to the AlphaServer 1000A EISA bus by means of the
AT (ISA) bus expansion kit. The AT (ISA) bus expansion kit includes transmitter and
receiver modules and an interconnecting cable. The transmitter module resides in the
AlphaServer 1000A system, the receiver module resides in the ISA bus expansion chassis,
and the cable connects both modules.

Table 1-3 contains the required and optional hardware for the ISA bus expansion chassis. All
hardware listed in Table 1-3 can be ordered separately as spare parts.

Table 1-3: ISA Bus Expansion Chassis Required and Optional Hardware

Part Number Description Simplex Duplex

2T-VC221-IB ISA bus expansion chassis 1 2
2T-VC220-IP
2T-LDMOD-AA Load module 1 2
2T-VC24T-xx

2T-VC211-xx

2T-VC212-xx

2T-VC320-xx

2T-VCLSI-xx

2T-VC121-xx

2T-VCFAX-xx

2T-VCF4E-xx

2T-VCVRP-xx

2T-VCVR4-xx

2T-VCVR2-xx

2T-VCDMX-xx

1

xx represents a two-lett er count r y code. Contact your Compaq sal es repr esent at i ve for add i t i onal

information.

2

Confirm that there are no cards in the ISA bus expansion chassis that use the Compressed Wri te

Timing (“zero-wait-state”) signal . The 2T-VC220-IP option does not servi ce thi s si gnal .

2

Access I/O AT bus expansion kit with 2-meter cabl e 1 2

1

Dialogic D/240SC-T1, 24-channel, high-densi t y voice­processing and network-interface m odul e

1

Dialogic DTI/211, 24-channel, standar d- densi ty, T-1
network-interface module

1

Dialogic DTI/212, 30-channel, standar d- densi ty, E-1
network-interface module

1

Dialogic D/320SC, 32-channel, high-densi t y, voice­processing module

1

Dialogic LSI/120, 12-channel, st andar d-dens it y, anal og
loop-start network-inter face m odule

1

Dialogic D/121B, 12-channel, standard- densi t y, anal og
loop-start call- pr ocessi ng m odul e

1

Dialogic FAX/120, 12-channel, standard-dens i ty, FAX
processing module

1

Dialogic VFX/40E, 4-channel, low-density, anal og l oop­start call-proces si ng and 14, 400 b/s FAX processing
module

1

Dialogic VRP, 4/8/12/16-channel, st andar d-dens it y,
voice-recognition modul e

1

Dialogic VRM/40, 4-channel, discrete voice-recognition
daughterboard

1

Dialogic VRM/2C, 2-channel, continuous voi ce­recognition daughterboard

1

Dialogic DMX: Digital Matrix Switch connecting up to
four PCM expansion buses (PEBs)

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_____________________________ Note____________________________

The list of supported options is updated on a regular basis. Please contact your
Compaq sales representative for a current list of supported options.

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1.4.4 IP Power Controller Subsystem

This section briefly describes the IP power controller subsystem.

1.4.4.1 Overview

Each rackmount simplex and duplex IP Platform contains one or two power controllers
located in the bottom rack of the cabinet. Each controller provides power to one ISA bus
expansion chassis, one BA35x-Sx modular storage shel f, and one A lphaSe rve r 1000A
processor.

The AlphaServer IP Platform supports the following power controller models: 120 Vac, 250
Vac, or -48 Vdc. In addition, each processor and associated voice, storage, and
communication resource has its own individual power supply.

Refer to Appendix C for instructions on field wiring the -48 Vdc power controllers for power.

1.4.4.2 IP Power Controller Options

Table 1-4 lists the IP power controller options.

Table 1-4: IP Power Controller Options

Part Number Description Simplex Duplex

H7600-AA 120 Vac power distributi on unit t hat provi des t en ( 10) ac

outlets, an attached power cord wit h an L5-30P plug, an
on/off circuit br eaker, and a power-on l i ght .

H7600-DB 250 Vac power distributi on unit t hat provi des t welve (12)

IEC 320 ac outlets, an attached power cord with an I EC
309 plug, an on/off circui t breaker , and a power-on l i ght.

2T-48VDC-AA 3 kW (N+1) -48 Vdc power inverter (-48 Vdc to 120 Vac

dual converter).

2T-48VDC-AB 2 kW (N+1) -48 Vdc power inverter ( -48 Vdc to 120 Vac

dual converter).

12

12

01

10

1.4.5 Alarm Indicator Panel

The alarm indicator panel provides programmable visual and audible alarm indicators for the
IP Platform.

Table 1-5 lists the alarm indicator panel options.

Table 1-5: Alarm Indicator Panel Options

Part Number Description Simplex Duplex

2T-IPAIP-CA Alarm indicator panel for t he si m plex I P Pl atf orm s . 1 NA
2T-IPAIP-CB Alarm i ndi cat or panel f or t he dupl ex IP Pl at for ms . NA 1

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1.4.6 External Hardware Options

Table 1-6 contains external hardware options.

Table 1-6: E xt ernal Hardware Options

Part Number Description

LA75S-AA
FR-B16AP-EG

(or equivalent)
VT520, VT525

(or equivalent)

LA75 Plus Companion

Personal computer for

Console terminal

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printer for hardcopy syst em output

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Installing the AlphaServer IP Platform Hardware

2.1 Introduction

This chapter includes the following topics:

• Factory installed hardware

• Site preparation

• Hardware installation

2.2 Factory Installed Hardware

The AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral (IP) Platform is configured and delivered according
to customer specification, with all hardware and software factory-installed. It is shipped ready
for connection to a customer's power source and network hardware.

_____________________________ Note____________________________

Value-added Implementation Services (VIS) is available for the AlphaServe r IP
Platform products. VIS provides high-quality integration, test verification, and

site installation; each process is performed by experienced service personnel. See
your Compaq sales representative for additional information.

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2.3 Site Preparation

This section describes the site-specific installation requirements for the IP Platform.

_____________________________Caution___________________________

Review your system warranty. It may require that a Compaq service
representative install your system to prevent damage to equipment or software.

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____________________________ Achtung __________________________

Überprüfen Sie die Garantie Ihres Systems. Eventuell muß Ihr System, gemäß der
Garantie, vom Compaq-Kundendienst installiert werden, um Beschädigungen am
Gerät oder an der Software zu verhi nde rn.

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2.3.1 Preinstallation Considerations

Before you install the AlphaServer IP Platform, ensure that:

• The installation site meets the specifications and environmental conditions listed in

Appendix A. For more information about planning and preparing the installation site for
a computer network for a free-standing system, refer to the Site Environmental
Preparation Guide. (PN EK-CSEPG-MA. Available by calling 1-800-344-4825.)

• The power source is correct for your system, and is one of the following models: 120

Vac, 250 Vac, or -48 Vdc.

• You have the correct number of T-1, E-1, or loop-start network connections and adequate

cabling.

______________________________ Note ____________________________

The T-1 cable le ngt h from t he net work to t he A l phaServe r IP P lat f orm cannot
exceed 199.6 m (655 ft) without a repeater. Do not use a repeater for cable
lengths less than 199.6 m (655 ft).

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• The system is located in an area that provides 61 cm (24 in.) clearance from the rear of

the cabinet, and 76.2 cm (30 in.) from the front of the cabinet for ventilation and
servicing.

• Personnel are appropriately trained in the installation and operation of this system.

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