HP 600s, 700 User Manual

DEC3000Model600/600S/700AXP Owner’sGuide

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Third Printing, May 1994

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Contents

Preface ..................................................... xv

Part I Basic Operations

1 Introduction to Your System

Chapter Overview .......................................... 1–1

System Conﬁgurations ....................................... 1–2

Overview of the System . . . ................................... 1–3

Operating Systems .......................................... 1–5

Software Product Descriptions (SPD) . ........................... 1–7

Graphics Capabilities ........................................ 1–8

Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) . . . ................... 1–9

Audio Capabilities .......................................... 1–10

Available Options ........................................... 1–11

2 Preparing to Install Your System

Chapter Overview .......................................... 2–1

Choosing a Location ......................................... 2–2

Customizing Your Work Area .................................. 2–4

Unpacking a Workstation System . . . ........................... 2–6

Unpacking a Server System ................................... 2–9

A Closer Look at Your System ................................. 2–11

Where to Go Next .......................................... 2–15

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3 Installing a Workstation System

Chapter Overview . . ........................................ 3–1

Before You Begin . . . ........................................ 3–2

Task Overview ............................................. 3–3

Connecting the Workstation . . . ................................ 3–5

Checking Your Installation.................................... 3–19

Where to Go Next . . ........................................ 3–21

4 Installing a Server System

Chapter Overview . . ........................................ 4–1

Before You Begin . . . ........................................ 4–2

Task Overview ............................................. 4–3

Connecting the Server ....................................... 4–5

Checking Your Installation.................................... 4–13

Where to Go Next . . ........................................ 4–14

5 Connecting Your System to a Network

Chapter Overview . . ........................................ 5–1

Before You Begin . . . ........................................ 5–2

Connecting to an AUI Ethernet Network . ........................ 5–4

Connecting to a 10BASE-T Ethernet Network ..................... 5–6

Connecting to a 10BASE2 (ThinWire) Ethernet Network ............ 5–8

Setting and Verifying the Network Connection .................... 5–12

Completing the Network Connection ............................ 5–14

6 Starting Up Your System

Chapter Overview . . ........................................ 6–1

Before You Begin . . . ........................................ 6–2

Turning On the System ...................................... 6–3

Reviewing the Startup Display ................................ 6–6

Starting a System with Factory-Installed Software . ................ 6–8

Loading Operating System Software ............................ 6–13

Where to Go Next . . ........................................ 6–14

7 Turning Off Your System

Chapter Overview .......................................... 7–1

Before You Begin ........................................... 7–2

Shutting Down the System ................................... 7–3

Halting the System ......................................... 7–5

8 Maintaining Your System

Chapter Overview .......................................... 8–1

Before You Begin ........................................... 8–2

Maintaining the System Unit and Keyboard . . . ................... 8–2

Cleaning the Monitor ........................................ 8–4

Cleaning the Mouse ......................................... 8–4

Part II Advanced Operations

9 Using Console Commands

Chapter Overview .......................................... 9–1

Before You Begin ........................................... 9–2

Modes of System Operation .................................. 9–3

Console Mode User Interface .................................. 9–4

Console Commands ......................................... 9–6

The boot Command ......................................... 9–9

The continue Command . . . ................................... 9–13

The halt Command ......................................... 9–13

The help Command ......................................... 9–14

The help advanced Command ................................. 9–15

The set or setenv Command................................... 9–16

The show or printenv Command ............................... 9–17

The test Command .......................................... 9–18

10 Changing Environment Variables

Chapter Overview .......................................... 10–1

Before You Begin ........................................... 10–2

Available Environment Variables ............................... 10–2

Displaying Current Environment Variables ....................... 10–4

Changing the Default Startup Action (auto_action) ................. 10–5

Changing the Default Boot Device (bootdef_dev) ................... 10–7

Changing the Default Diagnostic Startup Mode (diag_quick).......... 10–9

Changing the Default Keyboard Language (language) ............... 10–10

Changing the Default Fast SCSI (fast_scsi_a)(fast_scsi_b) ............ 10–11

11 Using the Password Security Feature

Chapter Overview . . ........................................ 11–1

Before You Begin . . . ........................................ 11–2

Task Overview ............................................ 11–4

Moving the Secure System Jumper ............................. 11–5

Entering a Password ........................................ 11–13

Enabling System Security .................................... 11–14

Using the login Command .................................... 11–15

Forgetting the Password ..................................... 11–16

Disabling or Changing the Password ............................ 11–17

12 Using an Alternate Console

Chapter Overview . . ........................................ 12–1

Before You Begin . . . ........................................ 12–2

Using the Alternate Console Feature ............................ 12–3

Part III Handling Problems

13 Identifying a Problem

Chapter Overview . . ........................................ 13–1

Before You Begin . . . ........................................ 13–2

Task Overview ............................................. 13–3

Determining Type of Problem . ................................ 13–4

Startup Problems . . . ........................................ 13–6

Interpreting the show Command Displays ........................ 13–12

Display Problems . . . ........................................ 13–20

Mouse and Keyboard Problems ................................ 13–23

SCSI Device Problems ....................................... 13–24

Network Problems . . ........................................ 13–26

Where to Go Next . . ........................................ 13–27

14 Running Diagnostic Tests

Chapter Overview .......................................... 14–1

Before You Begin ........................................... 14–2

Task Overview . . ........................................... 14–3

Running Diagnostic Tests. . ................................... 14–4

Recording the Diagnostic Display Light Pattern ................... 14–11

Reporting Problems to Digital Services .......................... 14–13

Handling Problems Worksheet ................................. 14–19

Part IV Appendixes

A Hardware Speciﬁcations

Appendix Overview ......................................... A–1

System Speciﬁcations ........................................ A–2

B Port Pin-outs

Appendix Overview ......................................... B–1

Alternate Console/Printer Port................................. B–2

Synchronous/Asynchronous Communications Port .................. B–3

External SCSI Port ......................................... B–5

Keyboard/Mouse or Tablet Port ................................ B–7

AUI Ethernet Port .......................................... B–8

ISDN Port ................................................ B–10

10BASE-T Port . ........................................... B–11

Audio Port ................................................ B–12

C Associated Documents

Appendix Overview ......................................... C–1

Associated Printed Documents ................................. C–2

OpenVMS AXP Documentation ................................ C–3

DEC OSF/1 AXP Documentation ............................... C–4

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D Special Information for PTT Network Users

Appendix Overview . ........................................ D–1

Service Categories . . ........................................ D–2

Host Power Rating . . ........................................ D–3

Module Isolation . . . ........................................ D–4

Safety Status .............................................. D–5

Cable Approval ............................................ D–5

Supported Cables . . . ........................................ D–7

Equipment Between the Approved Module and a Digital Circuit

(PTT) . . . ................................................. D–7

Glossary

Index

Figures

1–1 The DEC 3000 Model 600/700 AXP Workstation . . . ....... 1–3

2–1 Dimensions of System .............................. 2–2

2–2 Positioning Your System ............................ 2–4

2–3 Workstation Components and Parts Used for Installation . . . 2–7

2–4 Components and Parts to Save ....................... 2–8

2–5 Server Components and Parts Used for Installation ....... 2–9

2–6 Components and Parts to Save ....................... 2–10

2–7 Front of System Unit ............................... 2–11

2–8 Back of System Unit ............................... 2–12

3–1 Parts Used to Install your Workstation . ................ 3–3

3–2 Connecting the Monitor Video Cable . . . ................ 3–8

3–3 Plug End of the Monitor Power Cord . . . ................ 3–9

3–4 Connecting the Ethernet Loopback Connector ............ 3–10

3–5 Connecting the SCSI Terminator ...................... 3–11

3–6 Connecting the Keyboard/Mouse Cable . ................ 3–12

3–7 Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse to the Extension

Cable . . . ........................................ 3–13

3–8 Connecting the Headset ............................. 3–14

3–9 Connecting the Power Cord to the System Unit ........... 3–15

3–10 Factory-Installed Software Label ...................... 3–16

3–11 Connecting a Modem ............................... 3–17

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3–12 Connecting a Printer to the System . ................... 3–18

3–13 Alternate Console Switch: Up ........................ 3–19

3–14 A Connected Workstation. ........................... 3–20

4–1 Parts Used to Install Your Server . . ................... 4–3

4–2 Connecting the Ethernet Loopback Connector . . .......... 4–5

4–3 Connecting the SCSI Terminator . . . ................... 4–6

4–4 Connecting a Terminal to the System Unit .............. 4–7

4–5 Checking the Alternate Console Switch ................. 4–8

4–6 Factory-Installed Software Label . . . ................... 4–9

4–7 Connecting the Power Cord to the System Unit . .......... 4–10

4–8 Connecting a Modem ............................... 4–11

4–9 Connecting a Printer to the System . ................... 4–12

4–10 A Connected Server ................................ 4–13

5–1 Connecting to an AUI Ethernet Network ................ 5–5

5–2 Connecting a 10BASE-T Network Cable ................ 5–7

5–3 Connecting the AUI Ethernet Cable to the DECXM

Transceiver . . . ................................... 5–9

5–4 Connecting the ThinWire Cables and T-Connector to the

DECXM Transceiver ............................... 5–10

5–5 Terminating the Ethernet Connection .................. 5–11

6–1 Turning On the System . . ........................... 6–5

6–2 Startup Display ................................... 6–6

6–3 OpenVMS AXP Initial Startup Display ................. 6–9

6–4 OpenVMS AXP DECwindows Motif Start Session Screen . . . 6–10

6–5 DEC OSF/1 AXP Initial Startup Display ................ 6–11

6–6 DEC OSF/1 AXP DECwindows Motif Start Session

Screen .......................................... 6–12

7–1 Turning Off the System Unit ........................ 7–4

7–2 Pressing the Halt Button . ........................... 7–6

7–3 System Halt Message ............................... 7–7

8–1 Removing/Replacing the Mouse Cover Plate . . . .......... 8–5

10–1 The show device Display . ........................... 10–8

11–1 Removing the System Unit Cover . . ................... 11–6

11–2 Releasing the Driveplate . ........................... 11–7

11–3 Moving the Driveplate . . . ........................... 11–8

11–4 Moving the Secure System Jumper . ................... 11–9

11–5 Replacing the Driveplate . ........................... 11–10

11–6 Replacing the Drive Cable and Driveplate Thumbscrews .... 11–11

11–7 Replacing the Cover ................................ 11–12

12–1 Attaching a Device to the Alternate Console/

Printer Port ...................................... 12–4

12–2 Changing the Alternate Console Switch . ................ 12–5

13–1 Power Indicator Light .............................. 13–6

13–2 Position of Diagnostic Display Lights . . . ................ 13–7

13–3 Startup Display with Error . . ........................ 13–9

13–4 Conﬁguration Display with Error ...................... 13–13

13–5 The show device Display ............................ 13–14

13–6 The show error Display ............................. 13–17

13–7 The show memory Display . . ........................ 13–19

14–1 SCC Diagnostic Test Display . ........................ 14–6

14–2 SCC Test Display with Error . ........................ 14–7

14–3 Initializing Your System............................. 14–9

14–4 Initializing the System with the SCC Test ............... 14–10

14–5 Position of Diagnostic Display Lights . . . ................ 14–11

14–6 Serial and Model Numbers . . ........................ 14–14

14–7 Connecting the 10BASE-T Loopback Connector ........... 14–16

14–8 Connecting the Alternate Console/Printer Loopback

Connector ........................................ 14–17

14–9 Connecting the Modem Loopback Connector ............. 14–18

B–1 Alternate Console/Printer Port........................ B–2

B–2 Synchronous/Asynchronous Communications Port . . ....... B–3

B–3 External SCSI Port ................................ B–5

B–4 Keyboard/Mouse or Tablet Port ....................... B–7

B–5 AUI Ethernet Port . ................................ B–8

B–6 ISDN Port ....................................... B–10

B–7 10BASE-T Port . . . ................................ B–11

B–8 Audio Port ....................................... B–12

D–1 Connector Pin Layout .............................. D–6

Tables

1 Parts Description .................................. xv

2–1 Requirements for System Location . . ................... 2–3

2–2 Hazards to Avoid .................................. 2–3

2–3 Positioning Your System Components .................. 2–5

2–4 Front of the System Unit . ........................... 2–11

2–5 Back of the System Unit . ........................... 2–13

2–6 Where to Go Next ................................. 2–15

3–1 Steps to Install Your DEC 3000 Model 600/700 AXP

Workstation . . . ................................... 3–4

3–2 Making Monitor Connections ......................... 3–6

3–3 Connecting the Monitor Cables to the Monitor . .......... 3–7

3–4 Where to Go Next ................................. 3–21

4–1 Steps to Install Your DEC 3000 Model 600S AXP Server . . . . 4–4

4–2 Where to Go Next ................................. 4–14

5–1 Required Network Cables ........................... 5–3

5–2 Steps for Connecting an AUI Ethernet Network .......... 5–4

5–3 Steps for Connecting a ThinWire Ethernet Network ....... 5–8

5–4 DECXM Documentation . . ........................... 5–11

5–5 Network Settings .................................. 5–12

6–1 Steps for Starting a Workstation . . ................... 6–4

6–2 Steps for Starting a Server .......................... 6–4

6–3 Startup Display Information ......................... 6–7

6–4 Factory-Installed Software Documentation .............. 6–8

6–5 Start the Operating System .......................... 6–13

6–6 Where to Go Next ................................. 6–14

7–1 Current System Status . . ........................... 7–2

7–2 Steps to Shutting Down Your System .................. 7–3

7–3 Operating System Shutdown Procedure ................. 7–3

7–4 Halting the Operating Systems ....................... 7–5

8–1 Steps for Cleaning the Mouse ........................ 8–5

9–1 Supported Keys and Control Characters ................ 9–5

9–2 Basic Console Commands. ........................... 9–7

9–3 Advanced Console Commands ........................ 9–8

9–4 Boot Command Parameters/Qualiﬁers .................. 9–9

9–5 Device Naming Conventions ......................... 9–10

9–6 Diagnostic Tests . . . ................................ 9–18

10–1 Environment Variables.............................. 10–3

10–2 Parameters for Setting Startup Action . . ................ 10–5

10–3 Device Naming Conventions . ........................ 10–7

11–1 Console Command Access . . . ........................ 11–3

11–2 Steps to Making the System Secure .................... 11–4

11–3 Steps to Moving Secure System Jumper ................ 11–5

11–4 Entering a Password ............................... 11–13

11–5 Enabling the Secure Environment Variable .............. 11–14

11–6 Entering a Login Command . . ........................ 11–15

11–7 Steps to Access System ............................. 11–16

11–8 Changing a Password ............................... 11–17

12–1 Current System Status ............................. 12–2

12–2 Alternate Console/Printer Port Parameters .............. 12–2

12–3 Using the Alternate Console . ........................ 12–3

13–1 How to Identify a Problem . . . ........................ 13–2

13–2 Steps to Resolving Problems . ........................ 13–3

13–3 Type of Problem . . . ................................ 13–5

13–4 Power Indicator Light Failure ........................ 13–6

13–5 Diagnostic Lights Display Error ....................... 13–8

13–6 Missing Startup Display ............................ 13–8

13–7 Startup Error Codes................................ 13–10

13–8 Startup Without Booting ............................ 13–11

13–9 Information Provided by the show Console Commands ..... 13–12

13–10 The show conﬁg Display Described .................... 13–13

13–11 The show device Display Described .................... 13–15

13–12 System Device Errors .............................. 13–17

13–13 Error Message Elements ............................ 13–18

13–14 Monitor Display Problems . . . ........................ 13–21

13–15 Monitor Display Problems . . . ........................ 13–22

13–16 Mouse Problems . . . ................................ 13–23

13–17 Keyboard Problems ................................ 13–23

13–18 Installed Disk Drive Problems ........................ 13–24

13–19 Installed Software Problems . ........................ 13–25

13–20 Resolving NI Network Errors ........................ 13–26

13–21 Problems When Booting from the Network .............. 13–27

14–1 Steps to Diagnostic Tests ............................ 14–3

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14–2 Diagnostic Tests ................................... 14–5

14–3 TURBOchannel Tests ............................... 14–8

14–4 Diagnostic Display Lights ........................... 14–12

14–5 Telephone Numbers of Digital Support Centers . .......... 14–15

A–1 System Unit Dimensions - Desktop . ................... A–2

A–2 System Electrical Speciﬁcations ....................... A–2

A–3 System Speciﬁcations . . . ........................... A–3

A–4 System Environmental Speciﬁcations .................. A–4

A–5 Power Cord Part Numbers ........................... A–6

B–1 Alternate Console/Printer Port Pin-outs ................. B–2

B–2 Synchronous/Asynchronous Communications Port

Pin-outs ......................................... B–3

B–3 External SCSI Port Pin-outs ......................... B–5

B–4 Keyboard/Mouse or Tablet Port Pin-outs ................ B–7

B–5 AUI Ethernet Port Pin-outs .......................... B–9

B–6 ISDN Port Pin-outs ................................ B–10

B–7 10BASE-T Port Pin-outs . ........................... B–11

B–8 Audio Port Pin-outs ................................ B–12

C–1 Associated Printed Documents ........................ C–2

C–2 OpenVMS AXP Operating System Documents . . .......... C–3

C–3 User Documentation, QA–MT4AB–GZ .................. C–4

C–4 Server Documentation Kit, QA–MT4AL–GZ . . . .......... C–5

D–1 BABT-Approved Service Speciﬁcations for the 54-21813

Module for UK Compliance .......................... D–2

D–2 Module Power . ................................... D–3

D–3 Clearance and Creepage Distances . ................... D–5

D–4 Connector Pin-Outs Described ........................ D–6

D–5 Cables Supported by the 54-21813 Module .............. D–7

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Preface

Purpose of This Guide

Structure of This Guide

This guide is intended for all users of the DEC 3000 Model 600/ 600S/700 AXP system. It describes how to install and operate the system. To install options in the system, refer to the DEC 3000 Model 600/600S/700 AXP Options Guide and the documentation for the speciﬁc options.

This guide consists of 14 chapters, 4 appendixes, a glossary, and an index, and is organized into three parts as Table 1 describes.

Table 1 Parts Description

Part Title Description

I Basic Operations Chapters in Part I describe

basic operations for using your workstation or server system, including installing, turning on, and maintaining your system. These chapters are for all DEC 3000 Model 600/600S/700 AXP system users.

(continued on next page)

Table 1 (Cont.) Parts Description

Part Title Description

Conventions

II Advanced

Operations

Chapters in Part II describe advanced operations for your system, including use of console commands and the alternate console feature. These chapters are for users who understand or want to learn about advanced system operations.

III Troubleshooting Chapters in Part III describe what

to do in the event of a system problem. These chapters are applicable only if your system is not working properly or if it is displaying errors.

IV Appendixes The appendixes in Part IV provide

information such as speciﬁcations and port pinouts.

The following conventions are used in this guide:

Convention Description

RZ2x RZ2x refers to the RZ-series ﬁxed disk

drives.

Return

A key name in a box indicates that you press a named key on the keyboard.

Ctrl/x

A sequence such as

Ctrl/x

indicates that you must hold down the key labeled Ctrl while you press another key.

show config

Lowercase type in this format indicates a command that you must enter exactly as shown. For example:

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>>> show config

Return

Convention Description

variable Lowercase italics indicate a variable

value that you must provide. For example:

Task Symbols

>>> set

CAUTION Cautions provide information to prevent

damage to equipment or software. Read these carefully.

WARNING Warnings contain information to

prevent personal injury. Read these carefully.

All of the tasks described in this guide have been assigned a symbol indicating the level of difﬁculty in completing the task. The task symbols that appear in the margin next to the task should be used as a guide to help you decide whether you wish to complete the task, or request help.

Different tasks within a category may require different levels of expertise. For instance, one intermediate task may require software expertise, while another intermediate task may require hardware expertise. Check the Before You Begin section at the beginning of most chapters, for the speciﬁc kind of experience required to complete a task. This section will be identiﬁed by the information icon, explained below.

Information

This icon indicates a section that contains important background information that will help you to perform required tasks and operate your system correctly.

variable

Return

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Task Categories

The tasks fall into three categories indicated by three symbols:

Basic Task

This task does not require any speciﬁc experience to complete.

Intermediate Task

Some speciﬁc experience is required to complete this task.

Advanced Task

Speciﬁc experience is highly desirable to complete this task.

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PartI

Basic Operations

Part I provides an overview of the DEC 3000 Model 600/600S/700 AXP system and its conﬁgurations. It also describes how to install the system and how to perform basic operations.

This section includes the following chapters.

Chapter Title

1 Introduction to Your System 2 Preparing to Install Your System 3 Installing a Workstation System 4 Installing a Server System 5 Connecting Your System to a Network 6 Starting Up Your System 7 Turning Off Your System 8 Maintaining Your System

Chapter Overview

Introduction to Your System

Introduction

In This Chapter

The DEC 3000 Model 600/600S/700 AXP systems are highperformance, desktop units that provide all the advantages of a 64-bit computing environment and the choice of different operating systems. These systems incorporate Digital’s DECchip RISC microprocessors, which are part of the Digital Alpha AXP architecture.

This chapter introduces you to your system, gives you an idea of its design and special capabilities, and describes the available options.

This chapter covers the following information:

• System Conﬁgurations

• Overview of the System

• Operating Systems

• Software Product Descriptions (SPD)

• Graphics Capabilities

• Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN)

• Audio Capabilities

• Available Options

Introduction to Your System 1–1

System Conﬁgurations

Two System Conﬁgurations

Workstation Conﬁguration

Server Conﬁguration

The system is available in two conﬁgurations:

• A workstation, Model 600 or 700

• A server system, Model 600S This guide describes the installation and set up of both

conﬁgurations, along with information common to both conﬁgurations.

Your workstation is preconﬁgured with a graphics module, and is shipped with a monitor. Chapter 3 describes how to install a workstation system.

Your server system is not preconﬁgured with a graphics module, nor is it shipped with a monitor. Chapter 4 describes how to install a server system.

1–2 Introduction to Your System

Overview of the System

Workstation Components

Server Components

The workstation system conﬁguration consists of four components: a system unit, a monitor, a keyboard, and a mouse. Figure 1–1 shows a basic workstation conﬁguration.

Figure 1–1 The DEC 3000 Model 600/700 AXP Workstation

MLO-010356

The server system conﬁguration consists of a system unit. The server conﬁguration does not include a monitor, keyboard, or a mouse.

Introduction to Your System 1–3

Overview of the System

System Highlights

The DEC 3000 Model 600/600S/700 AXP system provides the following special features:

This feature... Provides...

Alpha RISC 64-bit architecture

Flexible memory architecture Expandable memory from 32 to

Internal and external options Increased storage capacity, graphics,

SCSI SCSI-1 (slow SCSI) allows transmission

An AUI Ethernet port Connection to an AUI Ethernet

A 10BASE-T Ethernet network port

ISDN network port An industry-standard port for an ISDN

Three TURBOchannel slots Access to high-performance module

Secure system feature Additional system security for limited

Audio technology Built-in telephone-quality audio input

Two supported operating systems

Multihead support Capability to support multiple graphics

Signiﬁcant performance advantages.

512 megabytes using 4-, 8-, 16- or 32-megabyte single inline memory modules (SIMMs).

communications, and other capabilities to your system.

rates up to 5 megabytes a second; SCSI-2 (fast SCSI) allows transmission rates up to 10 megabytes a second.

(Thickwire) network. Connection to a twisted-pair network.

network connection.

interconnect technology that allows a variety of options, including graphics, multimedia, communications and other third-party options.

access to privileged console functions.

and output capabilities. Support for OpenVMS AXP or DEC

OSF/1 AXP operating systems.

devices. The number of graphics devices supported is operating systemdependent.

1–4 Introduction to Your System

Operating Systems

Choice of Operating Systems

OpenVMS AXP Operating System

Features of OpenVMS AXP

Digital’s Alpha AXP architecture allows you to choose from various operating systems. The operating system is the core software installed on your system that allows you to install and run applications.

The following operating systems are supported for use on your workstation or server:

• OpenVMS AXP

• DEC OSF/1 AXP

The OpenVMS AXP operating system is a general purpose, multiuser operating system that can be used in many different environments for a wide variety of applications.

The OpenVMS AXP operating system promotes ease of use and improved programming productivity, and facilitates system management.

OpenVMS AXP offers a combination of commercial features and open system beneﬁts, including the following capabilities:

• Integrated networking

• System security

• Distributed computing

• Windowing capabilities Additionally, OpenVMS AXP supports a large number of

industry standards to facilitate application portability and interoperability.

Introduction to Your System 1–5

Operating Systems

DEC OSF/1 AXP Operating System

Description of DEC OSF/1 AXP

DEC OSF/1 AXP Architecture

The DEC OSF/1 AXP operating system is Digital Equipment Corporation’s implementation of the Open Software Foundation (OSF) operating system components and Motif graphical user interface and programming environment.

DEC OSF/1 AXP is compliant with the OSF Application Environment Speciﬁcation (AES), which speciﬁes the interface to support portable applications designed to run on a variety of hardware platforms.

In addition, the DEC OSF/1 operating system complies with the following standards and industry speciﬁcations:

• FIPS 151-1

• POSIX (IEEE Std. 1003.1-1988)

• XPG3 BASE branding

• XTI

• AT&T System V Interface Deﬁnition (SVID) Issue 2 (Base System and Kernel Extensions)

The DEC OSF/1 AXP operating system is an advanced kernel architecture based on Carnegie Mellon University’s Mach V2.5 kernel design with components from Berkeley Software Distribution 4.3 (BSD) and other sources. DEC OSF/1 AXP provides numerous features to assist application programmers in developing applications that use shared libraries, multithread support, and memory mapped ﬁles.

To ensure a high level of binary compatibility with the ULTRIX operating system, the DEC OSF/1 AXP operating system is compatible with the Berkeley 4.3 programming interfaces.

1–6 Introduction to Your System

Software Product Descriptions (SPD)

SPD Description

You May Have Factory-Installed Software

The Software Product Description (SPD) is the ofﬁcial deﬁning document for software products licensed by Digital Equipment Corporation, including third-party products licensed by Digital. An SPD describes all important functional characteristics of the software. The terms and conditions under which the corporation sells and licenses its software products identify SPDs as the documents that specify Digital’s obligation under software warranty.

SPDs also describe a software product’s system environment and identify required and optional hardware and software. All information contained in the SPD is valid in the international marketplace.

For more information on the SPD for your operating system, please contact your Digital sales representative.

If your system is shipped with an installed internal ﬁxed disk drive, the operating system is factory-installed on the disk. Depending on which operating system you ordered, your system will start with the OpenVMS AXP Factory Installed Software (FIS) procedure, or the DEC OSF/1 AXP Factory-Installed Software (FIS) Startup Procedure.

Chapter 6 describes how to start your system.

Introduction to Your System 1–7

Graphics Capabilities

Graphics Options

DEC Open3D Software

Multiple Graphic Devices

Workstation graphics and multimedia options are available via the use of a TURBOchannel graphics module. All preconﬁgured DEC 3000 Model 600/700 AXP workstations are shipped with a TURBOchannel graphics module installed. TURBOchannelbased graphics provide a wide variety of Digital and third-party graphics options.

Three dimensional (3D) graphics support is provided by the DEC Open3D software which is included in Factory-Installed Software (FIS) systems. If you do not have FIS and need 3D graphics support, contact your Digital sales representative for availability of the Open3D software as a layered product for both the OpenVMS AXP and the DEC OSF/1 AXP operating systems.

Your system is capable of supporting multiple 2D graphics devices. Refer to the SPD for a list of supported graphics options.

1–8 Introduction to Your System

Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN)

Note: ISDN Not Yet Available

Australian ISDN Connections

Plug in ISDN Connector

Though your system can provide ISDN capabilities, they are not yet agency approved and available for your system. Currently, a plug has been placed in the ISDN port pending approval of ISDN licenses. Once agency approval of ISDN for the DEC 3000 Model 600/600S/700 AXP system has been granted, you will be contacted by your Digital sales representative to inform you of the ISDN certiﬁcation. At that point, you must remove the plug from the ISDN port before connecting to the ISDN network.

The following information explains the ISDN capabilities for your system pending license approval.

The ISDN interface in this equipment has not completed Australian ISDN network connection certiﬁcation testing and as such does not have an AUSTEL permit for connection. In Australia it is an offence to connect non-permitted devices to a public telecommunications network and may attract a ﬁne of up to $12,000.

Your system is shipped with a foam plug inserted in the ISDN connector so that the port is inaccessible. Before using the port when ISDN is available, remove the foam plug carefully so that you do not damage any of the port connections.

ISDN Capabilities

Use of ISDN B Channels

ISDN is a digital telecommunications network, providing connectivity for voice and data applications.

Your workstation includes an ISDN Basic Rate S/T interface, which includes:

• two 64-kilobits-per-second B channels

• one 16-kilobits-per-second D channel

The B channels can be used for digitized voice, circuit-switched data transmission at up to 64 kilobits per second, or for packet-switched data transmission.

Introduction to Your System 1–9

Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN)

Use of ISDN D Channels

The D channel uses a protocol standardized by the International Telegraph and Telephone Consultative Committee (CCITT) for setting up D Channel connections. The D channel can also be used for low-speed packet transmission.

Audio Capabilities

Audio Overview

DECsound Application

The system features telephone-quality audio input and output capabilities. Port pinouts for the audio jack on the system unit are provided in Appendix B.

Systems shipped with the OpenVMS AXP operating system include the DECsound application as part of the DECwindows Motif software package. DECsound is an easy-to-use software application that lets you play back recorded messages, record audio messages, mail recorded messages, and include recorded messages in compound documents.

1–10 Introduction to Your System

Available Options

Internal Options

You can install the following hardware options inside the system unit:

Option Capabilities Provided

Two half-height RZ2x-series ﬁxed disk drives

One 5¼-inch or one 3½-inch removable media device (RMD)

Up to 512 megabytes of total memory

Up to three TURBOchannel modules

Additional storage.

Additional data storage on any of the following devices: diskette drive, compact disc drive, and tape drive.

Increased performance.

A variety of TURBOchannel options, including 2D and 3D graphics options. (TURBOchannel options require from one to three TURBOchannel slots inside the system unit.)

Introduction to Your System 1–11

Available Options

TURBOchannel Options

Installing Internal Options

External Options

Adding External Options

There are a total of three TURBOchannel option slots on your system. Preconﬁgured workstation systems use one or more slots for a graphics option, depending on the TURBOchannel option installed.

For information about adding TURBOchannel and other internal options to your system, see the DEC 3000 Model 600/600S/700 AXP Options Guide.

You can add one or more of the following external options to your system:

• A printer such as a color or PostScript laser printer

• A modem

• A puck or stylus tablet

• A diskette drive

• A DAT (digital audio tape) drive

• A TURBOchannel extender box

• An expansion box

For more information about external options and how to add them to your server or workstation, refer to the documentation that comes with the speciﬁc options.

Ordering Options

1–12 Introduction to Your System

Contact your Digital sales representative for more information about ordering system options.

Preparing to Install Your System

Chapter Overview

Introduction

In This Chapter

Before you install your system, you need to prepare your site and familiarize yourself with your system hardware.

This chapter covers the following topics:

• Choosing a Location

• Customizing Your Work Area

• Unpacking a Workstation System

• Unpacking a Server System

• A Closer Look at Your System

• Where to Go Next

Preparing to Install Your System 2–1

Choosing a Location

Space Requirements

Monitor Requirements

When choosing a location, consider the system measurements as shown in Figure 2–1. Make sure to leave enough room for air to circulate around the system unit. Table 2–1 describes the speciﬁc circulation requirements.

Figure 2–1 Dimensions of System

44.5 cm (17.5 in)

53 cm (20 in)

12.7 cm (5 in)

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When allocating space for your new workstation, consider also the size of your monitor. For your convenience, the monitor cable that Digital provides allows you to place your monitor up to 10 feet away from the system unit.

Floor Stand Considerations

2–2 Preparing to Install Your System

If you are installing your system in a ﬂoor stand, see the guide, BA47X-AA Vertical Floor Stand: Installing Your System.

Choosing a Location

Location Requirements

Choose a location for your system that meets the requirements listed in Table 2–1:

Table 2–1 Requirements for System Location

Requirement Explanation

Dedicated power source with isolated ground

Moderate temperature

Relative humidity Relative humidity should range between 10 percent and 90 percent. Ample circulation Do not place your system near a heat source. Provide a minimum of 7.6

Working room Leave enough room on your desktop for your monitor, keyboard, mouse

What to Avoid in a Location

Power source must be 110–120 VAC or 220–240 VAC. Speciﬁc power requirements and electrical speciﬁcations are provided in Appendix A.

Hardware operating conditions for the workstation or server range from 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F).

centimeters (3 inches) of clearance on all sides of the system unit. This allows air to circulate around the system to prevent excess heat and to keep the system air vents clean.

pad, and any papers and materials that you may need.

When choosing a location for your workstation, try to avoid the hazards listed in Table 2–2:

Table 2–2 Hazards to Avoid

Hazard How to Avoid

Dust and dirt Do not position the system unit directly on the ﬂoor. Dust and dirt

Heat and sunlight Do not place your system in direct sunlight, close to a heater, or near a

Unstable location Place your system on a desktop or table that is steady and strong enough

damage system components.

photocopier.

to support the system unit and the monitor. Your new workstation weighs approximately 20.4 kilograms (45 pounds). A monitor can weigh up to 34 kilograms (75 pounds).

Preparing to Install Your System 2–3

Customizing Your Work Area

Ergonomic Considerations

Positioning System Components

Considering the ergonomics of your working environment before installing your system can help you to work more effectively once you begin using your workstation.

Comfort in your workplace can be achieved by making sure that your chair, monitor, keyboard, and mouse are set at the right height and distance for you and the work that you are doing.

Figure 2–2 shows the optimal positioning for your system, and Table 2–3 explains the elements in the ﬁgure.

Figure 2–2 Positioning Your System

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Customizing Your Work Area

Table 2–3 Positioning Your System Components

Adjust your chair so that...

Your feet are ﬂat on the ﬂoor–use a footrest if needed.

Your legs form a right angle to the ﬂoor.

The backs of your knees are free from the seat cushion.

The body weight rests on the spine with support of the lower back region.

Adjust your monitor and keyboard so that...

Your wrists are straight and supported. Keyboard, mouse, and mousepad are at elbow height.

Your elbows are close to your sides, with your upper arms perpendicular to the ﬂoor.

You maintain a neutral neck posture (not straining or tilting up or down) with the top of the video screen no higher than eye level.

Adjust lighting and monitor so that...

(

Light is directed away from the screen to reduce glare. Look away to distant objects frequently. Use the tilt and swivel capabilities of your monitor to place it in the most comfortable position for your own use.

)

The screen is the correct distance for your vision.

Preparing to Install Your System 2–5

Unpacking a Workstation System

Checking the Box Contents

If Parts Are Missing

WARNING: Two People Required

Your workstation arrives in two boxes, one for the system unit and accessories, the other for the monitor.

Before installing your system, check to see that you have all of the parts shown in Figure 2–3. The parts shown are for preconﬁgured systems. If you did not order a preconﬁgured system, check your contents list to make sure that what you ordered has arrived in your shipment.

If you are missing any parts for your workstation, contact your Digital sales representative immediately.

The system unit and the monitor shipped with your system are both quite heavy. Digital recommends that two people remove these items from the shipping boxes, as indicated on the shipping cartons.

2–6 Preparing to Install Your System

Unpacking a Workstation System

Parts Used for Installation

The accessory kit for your system includes many parts, some of which you do not need during system installation. See Figure 2–3 for the parts you need.

Figure 2–3 Workstation Components and Parts Used for

Installation

Monitor Video Cable

Keyboard

Monitor

Monitor Power Cord

System Unit

Owner’s Guide, Options Guide, Other Documentation

Universal Strain Relief Strap

System Power Cord

Ethernet Loopback Connector

Headset

Mouse with Mousepad

Keyboard/Mouse Cable

SCSI Terminator (optional)

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Preparing to Install Your System 2–7

Unpacking a Workstation System

Save These Parts for Later

For Users in Germany

For Users In Australia

You do not need the parts shown in Figure 2–4 during installation. However, please save them for future use.

Figure 2–4 Components and Parts to Save

10BASE-T Loopback Connector

Modem Loopback Connector

Printer Port

Terminator

Antistatic Wrist Strap

Network Label

Screwdriver

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To comply with certain international standards, Digital includes German regulatory information (sometimes referred to as the FTZ postcard) in every system and monitor box. Disregard this material if your system is not located in Germany.

The yellow warning label attached to the shipping container and system unit is required by the country of Australia for systems that provide ISDN functionality but are not yet certiﬁed for use in Australia. Disregard these labels if your system is not located in Australia.

2–8 Preparing to Install Your System

Unpacking a Server System

Checking the Box Contents

If Parts Are Missing

Parts Used for Installation

Before installing your server, check to see that you have all of the parts shown in Figure 2–5. You can also check to see that you have all parts listed on the contents list that arrives with your system.

If you are missing any parts for your server, contact your Digital sales representative immediately.

The accessory kit for your system includes many parts, some of which you do not need during system installation. See Figure 2–5 for the parts you need.

Figure 2–5 Server Components and Parts Used for Installation

System Power Cord

System Unit

Ethernet Loopback Connector

SCSI Terminator

(optional)

Preparing to Install Your System 2–9

Owner’s Guide, Options Guide, Other Documentation

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Unpacking a Server System

WARNING: Two People Required

Save These Parts for Later

For Users In Germany

The system unit is quite heavy. Digital recommends that two people remove it from the shipping box, as indicated on the packing carton.

You do not need the parts shown in Figure 2–6 for installation. Please save them for future use.

Figure 2–6 Components and Parts to Save

10BASE-T Loopback Connector

Modem Loopback Connector

Printer Port

Terminator

Antistatic Wrist Strap

Network Label

Screwdriver

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To comply with certain international standards, Digital includes German regulatory information (sometimes referred to as the FTZ postcard) in every system box. Disregard this material if your system is not located in Germany.

For Users In Australia

The yellow warning label attached to the shipping container and system unit, is required by the country of Australia for systems that provide ISDN functionality but are not yet certiﬁed for use in Australia. Disregard these labels if your system is not located in Australia.

2–10 Preparing to Install Your System

A Closer Look at Your System

Front of the System Unit

Take a minute to familiarize yourself with the front of the system unit, shown in Figure 2–7. Table 2–4 describes the items shown.

Figure 2–7 Front of System Unit

1 3

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Table 2–4 Front of the System Unit

Feature Function

Power indicator light When lit, indicates that the system unit

Pulldown door Flap door covering the system serial

Optional removable media

device slot

is on.

number and part number. Slot for inserting a compact disc drive,

a diskette drive, or tape drive.

Preparing to Install Your System 2–11

A Closer Look at Your System

Back of the System Unit

Take a minute to familiarize yourself with the ports, switches, and indicators on the back of the system unit, shown in Figure 2–8. Table 2–5 explains the functions of these features.

Figure 2–8 Back of System Unit

1 2 3 4 5

0 1 2

ISDN

910111213

14 15 16 17

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A Closer Look at Your System

Table 2–5 Back of the System Unit

Feature Function

!,"

, and TURBOchannel slots 0, 1 and 2

Auxiliary power

socket

System power

socket

10BASE-T port To connect a 10BASE-T Ethernet network

Halt button To place the system in console mode.

(

AUI Ethernet

network port

)

ISDN port Functionality currently not supported.

Audio port To connect the audio input and output adapter.

Alternate console

switch

Alternate console/

printer port

Diagnostic display

lights

Keyboard/mouse

port

Synchronous /asynchronous communications port

SCSI port To connect Small Computer System Interface

Power On/Off switch

In this diagram, TURBOchannel slot 0 contains a graphics option.

To connect the monitor power cord so the monitor will not require a connection to a separate power outlet.

To connect the system unit power cord.

cable.

To connect an AUI Ethernet network cable (sometimes referred to as standard or Thickwire Ethernet).

Toggle switch to redirect console output from a monitor (switch up) to an alternate console such as a terminal (switch down).

To connect a terminal as an alternate console, or a printer.

Used for diagnostic testing purposes.

To connect the keyboard/mouse extension cable.

To connect a communications device such as a printer, plotter, modem, or console terminal.

(SCSI) peripheral devices. Either SCSI-1 or SCSI-2 devices can be connected.

To turn the system unit power on (|) and off (O).

Preparing to Install Your System 2–13

A Closer Look at Your System

System Unit Symbols

The rear of your system unit has symbols next to most of the connectors and ports. Following is an explanation of these symbols.

Halt Button

Press the halt button to put the system into console mode.

Network Interface Port

Insert the cable for a network connection.

ISDN Interface Port

ISDN currently not available.

Handset Jack

Insert a telephone-style handset into this jack to use the audio input and output features of the system.

Alternate Console Switch

Indicates the alternate console toggle switch that directs console output to the monitor or to an alternate console, such as a terminal.

Alternate Console/Printer/Communications Port

Connect an alternate console, such as a terminal or a printer, to this port. You can also connect a communications device, such as a modem, here.

Keyboard/Mouse Port

Attach the keyboard/mouse cable assembly to this port.

Diagnostic Display Lights

Indicates the diagnostic display lights on the system unit.

Communications/Printer Port

Connect a communications device, such as a modem, to this port. You can also connect a printer or terminal to this port.

SCSI Port

Attach a SCSI cable or terminator to this port.

2–14 Preparing to Install Your System

Where to Go Next

Determine Your Next Task

Use Table 2–6 to determine which chapter to read next.

Table 2–6 Where to Go Next

If you... Go to...

Are installing a workstation Chapter 3 Are installing a server Chapter 4 Installed your system using the Setting

Up Your Workstation card or the Setting Up Your Server card and you want to:

a. Connect to a network Chapter 5 b. Start up your system Chapter 6

Preparing to Install Your System 2–15

Installing a Workstation System

Chapter Overview

Introduction

In This Chapter

If your system is conﬁgured as a workstation, see the installation instructions in this chapter. For a server system, see Chapter 4. Your workstation is designed to be installed quickly and easily. The information in this chapter explains how to connect the cables to the system unit and to the monitor, and how to prepare the workstation for startup. Starting your workstation is explained in Chapter 6.

This chapter covers the following topics:

• Before You Begin

• Task Overview

• Connecting the Workstation

• Checking Your Installation

• Where to Go Next

Installing a Workstation System 3–1

Before You Begin

What You Should Have Done Already

What You Should Know Beforehand

Before you install your system components, you should have completed the following tasks:

• Determined any ergonomic considerations you may have.

• Chosen a location for your workstation.

• Unpacked your workstation.

• Familiarized yourself with the ports and controls on the rear of the system unit.

If you have not performed all of these tasks, do so now. They are covered in Chapter 2.

Note that:

• Installing your system requires little or no previous knowledge of computer systems. Connecting your workstation should take about 15 minutes.

• This chapter covers connecting your system as a standalone workstation. You may connect your workstation to a network with a few minor adjustments to the procedures in this chapter. Chapter 5 explains how to connect to a network.

• The accessory kit shipped with your workstation includes parts that you do not need during installation. Save any terminators or additional parts in case you need them later.

3–2 Installing a Workstation System

Task Overview

Parts for Installation

Figure 3–1 lists the parts used to install your workstation.

Figure 3–1 Parts Used to Install your Workstation

Monitor Video Cable

Monitor

Monitor Power Cord

System Unit

Owner’s Guide, Options Guide, Other Documentation

Universal Strain Relief Strap

System Power Cord

Ethernet Loopback Connector

Keyboard

Headset

Mouse with Mousepad

Keyboard/Mouse Cable

SCSI Terminator (optional)

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Installing a Workstation System 3–3

Task Overview

Installation Steps

Table 3–1 gives an overview of the steps involved in installing your workstation system components.

Table 3–1 Steps to Install Your DEC 3000 Model 600/700 AXP

Workstation

Step Connect the... To the...

1 Universal strain relief

strap

2 Monitor video and

power cables 3 Monitor video cable System unit graphics connector 4 Monitor power cord System unit auxiliary power socket 5 Ethernet loopback

connector 6 SCSI terminator

(optional) 7 Keyboard/mouse cable Keyboard/mouse port 8 Keyboard cable and

mouse cable 9 Headset cable

(optional) 10 System unit power cord System unit power socket 11 System unit power cord Appropriate wall outlet 12 Modem cable (optional) Synchronous/synchronous port 13 Printer cable (optional) Printer port

Monitor video cable

Rear of the monitor

AUI Ethernet port

SCSI port

Keyboard/mouse extension cable

System unit audio I/O port

3–4 Installing a Workstation System

Connecting the Workstation

Step 1: Universal Strain Relief Strap to Video Cable

Step 2: Monitor Cables to Monitor

The universal strain relief strap (USRS) is included in the bag with your monitor video cable. Attaching the strap to the cable can prevent the connectors from pulling out of the monitor.

Instructions for attaching the USRS are included with the strap. Complete those steps to install the USRS.

Complete the following steps to connect the monitor cables to the back of the monitor.

• Step!for a color monitor.

• Step"for a monochrome or greyscale monitor.

• Step#for all monitors. Table 3–3 shows the locations of the connectors on the backs of various monitors. Shaded areas indicate location of connectors.

Installing a Workstation System 3–5

Connecting the Workstation

Table 3–2 Making Monitor Connections

Step See diagram with... Then...

Three connectors (color monitor)

Five connectors (color monitor)

Six connectors (Video In and Video Out)

One connector (monochrome or greyscale monitor)

Monitor power cord

Connect all three cable connectors to the monitor, matching the color cables, red (R), green (G), and blue (B), with the corresponding connectors marked R, G, and B on the monitor.

Do not use the H/C and V connectors. Connect the other three cable connectors as described above.

Use the three Video In connectors. Connect the three cable connectors as described above.

Connect only the middle, green (G) cable connector to the monitor.

Connect the monitor power cord to the power socket on the rear of your monitor. The power socket may be in a different location from the position shown here.

3–6 Installing a Workstation System

Connecting the Workstation

Table 3–3 Connecting the Monitor Cables to the Monitor

Connect the cable to a color monitor... Like this...

BGR

H/C VBG/SR

Connect the cable to a monochrome monitor... Like this...

BGR

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Connect the monitor power cord... Like this...

BGR

Installing a Workstation System 3–7

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Connecting the Workstation

Step 3: Monitor Video Cable to System Unit

Connect the other end of the monitor video cable to the graphics connector on the system unit, as shown in Figure 3–2. The graphics connector extends from one of the three TURBOchannel slots on the rear of the system unit. Preconﬁgured systems use Slot 0. Tighten the thumbscrews on both sides of the connector to ensure the cable is securely connected.

Figure 3–2 Connecting the Monitor Video Cable

ISDN

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Connecting the Workstation

Step 4: Monitor Power Cord to System Unit

Connect the other end of the monitor power cord to the auxiliary power socket on the rear of the system unit, as shown in Figure 3–3.

Figure 3–3 Plug End of the Monitor Power Cord

ISDN

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Installing a Workstation System 3–9

Connecting the Workstation

Step 5: Ethernet Loopback Connector

Connect the Ethernet loopback connector to the AUI Ethernet port on the system unit, as shown in Figure 3–4. If you plan to connect to an AUI Ethernet network or a ThinWire Ethernet network, you may omit this step. After you have completed the steps in this chapter, see Chapter 5 for information about network connections.

Figure 3–4 Connecting the Ethernet Loopback Connector

ISDN

3–10 Installing a Workstation System

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Connecting the Workstation

Step 6: SCSI Terminator

Connect the terminator to the SCSI port on the system unit, as shown in Figure 3–5.

Figure 3–5 Connecting the SCSI Terminator

ISDN

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Installing a Workstation System 3–11

Connecting the Workstation

Step 7: Keyboard/Mouse Cable to System Unit

Connect the keyboard/mouse extension cable to the keyboard/ mouse port on the system unit, as shown in Figure 3–6. Tighten the thumbscrews on both sides of the connector to ensure the cable is securely connected.

Figure 3–6 Connecting the Keyboard/Mouse Cable

ISDN

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Connecting the Workstation

Step 8: Keyboard and Mouse Cables to Extension Cable

Connect the keyboard cable and the mouse cable to the keyboard/ mouse extension cable!, as shown in Figure 3–7. The extension cable is provided for the mouse and keyboard so that each can be located away from the system unit.

Figure 3–7 Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse to the

Extension Cable

The Plastic Mylar Tab

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To keep the keyboard/mouse extension cable in position, you can place the plastic Mylar tab"of the extension cable under the base of the monitor.

Installing a Workstation System 3–13

Connecting the Workstation

Step 9: Headset

Connect the headset to the audio I/O port on the back of the system unit as shown in Figure 3–8. You can use the headset as an alternative to a telephone handset to input and output audio.

Figure 3–8 Connecting the Headset

ISDN

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Connecting the Workstation

Step 10: System Power Cord

Connect the system power cord to the system power socket on the rear of the system unit, as shown in Figure 3–9.

Figure 3–9 Connecting the Power Cord to the System Unit

ISDN

Yellow Label on Power Connector

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If there is a label similar to the one shown in Figure 3–10 covering the system power socket on the rear of the system unit, your system already has either the OpenVMS AXP or the DEC OSF/1 AXP operating system factory-installed on an internal ﬁxed disk drive.

Installing a Workstation System 3–15

Connecting the Workstation

Figure 3–10 Factory-Installed Software Label

Step 11: Power Outlet

Step 12: Modem

Attention:

Achtung:

Attenzione:

Atencion:

Software is preinstalled on the hard disk. See installation guide before booting system.

Logiciels preinstalles sur le disque dur. Consultez le guide d’utilisation avant de demarrer le systeme.

Software ist bereits auf def Festplatte installiert. Vor dem Systemstart installationsanleitung lesen.

Software gia installato sul disco fisso. Consultare il manuale di installazione prima di avviare il sistema.

El software esta preinstalado en el disco duro. Vease la guia de instalacion antes de arrancar el sistema. 36-28979-01.D01

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Make sure that the power On/Off switch is in the off (O) position. Connect the other end of the power cord into a power outlet of the correct voltage.

Consult the documentation that came with the modem to unpack it and clear the Force DSR attribute. (With this attribute cleared, your system will recognize the loss of the modem connection, should it occur.) Connect the modem cable to the synchronous/asynchronous port on the system unit shown in Figure 3–11.

The modem converts computer signals to signals that can be sent over a telephone line. It is typically used for communications in large networks, such as wide area networks (WANs). See your Digital sales representative for a list of the recommended modems for your system.

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Figure 3–11 Connecting a Modem

ISDN

Connecting the Workstation

Step 13: Printer

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Consult the documentation that came with the printer to unpack it and set the baud rate. Most types of printers can be connected to the alternate console/printer port on the back of the system unit, as shown in Figure 3–12.

Many printers, including third-party plotters, can be used with your system. See your Digital sales representative for a list of the recommended printers.

Installing a Workstation System 3–17

Connecting the Workstation

Figure 3–12 Connecting a Printer to the System

ISDN

3–18 Installing a Workstation System

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Checking Your Installation

Check Alternate Console Switch

The alternate console switch should be in the up position as shown in Figure 3–13.

Figure 3–13 Alternate Console Switch: Up

ISDN

An Installed Workstation

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Figure 3–14 shows all of the connections on an installed workstation. Check your system against this diagram to make sure you have installed everything correctly.

Installing a Workstation System 3–19

Checking Your Installation

Figure 3–14 A Connected Workstation

0 1 2

ISDN

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Where to Go Next

Determine Your Next Task

After installing your workstation, use Table 3–4 to determine which chapter to read next.

Table 3–4 Where to Go Next

If you want to... Go to...

Connect your system to network hardware

Start your system Chapter 6

Chapter 5

Installing a Workstation System 3–21

Chapter Overview

Installing a Server System

Introduction

In This Chapter

If your system is conﬁgured as a server, see the installation instructions in this chapter. For a workstation system, see Chapter 3. Your DEC 3000 Model 600S AXP server is designed to be installed quickly and easily. The information in this chapter explains how to install the server system and prepare it for startup. Starting your server system is explained in Chapter 6.

This chapter covers the following topics:

• Before You Begin

• Task Overview

• Connecting the Server

• Checking Your Installation

• Where to Go Next

Installing a Server System 4–1

Before You Begin

What You Should Have Done Already

What You Should Know Beforehand

Before you can proceed with this chapter to install your system components, you should have already completed the following tasks:

• Chosen a location for your server.

• Unpacked your system.

• Familiarized yourself with the ports and controls on the rear of the system unit.

If you have not performed all of these tasks, do so now. They are covered in Chapter 2.

Note that:

• Installing your system requires little or no previous knowledge of computer systems. Connecting your server should take about 15 minutes.

• This chapter covers connecting your system as a standalone server. You may connect your server to a network with a few minor adjustments to the procedures in this chapter. Chapter 5 explains how to connect to a network.

4–2 Installing a Server System

Task Overview

Parts for Installation

The accessory kit shipped with your system includes parts that you do not need during installation. Figure 4–1 identiﬁes the parts used to install your server. Save any terminators or additional parts in case you need them later.

Figure 4–1 Parts Used to Install Your Server

System Power Cord

System Unit

Ethernet Loopback Connector

SCSI Terminator

(optional)

Owner’s Guide, Options Guide, Other Documentation

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Installing a Server System 4–3

Task Overview

Installation Steps

Table 4–1 gives an overview of the steps involved in installing your server system components.

Table 4–1 Steps to Install Your DEC 3000 Model 600S AXP

Server

Step Connect the... To the...

1 Ethernet loopback connector AUI Ethernet port 2 SCSI terminator (optional) SCSI port 3 Alternate console (terminal)

cable 4 System power cord System power socket 5 System power cord Appropriate wall outlet 6 Modem cable (optional) Synchronous/synchronous port 7 Printer cable (optional) Printer port

Alternate console/printer port

4–4 Installing a Server System

Connecting the Server

Step 1: Ethernet Loopback Connector

Connect the Ethernet loopback connector to the AUI Ethernet port on the system unit, as shown in Figure 4–2. If you are planning to connect to an AUI Ethernet network or a ThinWire Ethernet network using a DECXM transceiver, you may omit this step. After you have completed the connections in this chapter, see Chapter 5 for information about network connections.

Figure 4–2 Connecting the Ethernet Loopback Connector

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Installing a Server System 4–5

Connecting the Server

Step 2: SCSI Terminator

Connect the terminator to the SCSI port on the system unit, as shown in Figure 4–3.

Figure 4–3 Connecting the SCSI Terminator

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Connecting the Server

Step 3: Alternate Console

To display console and other information on an alternate console device, connect a terminal to the alternate console/printer port on the back of the system unit as shown in Figure 4–4. Make sure the terminal baud rate is set to 9600 baud. See Chapter 12 for more information on using an alternate console device.

Figure 4–4 Connecting a Terminal to the System Unit

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Installing a Server System 4–7

Connecting the Server

Check the Alternate Console Switch

Determine Switch Position

If you connected a terminal to use as an alternate console device (Step 2), you should check to make sure that the alternate console switch is in the correct position.

See Chapter Overview for more information on using and setting this switch.

The alternate console switch on the rear of the system unit directs console output to one of two destinations: a monitor or an alternate console device, such as a terminal.

To display console information on a terminal, the switch should be in the down position as shown in Figure 4–5.

Figure 4–5 Checking the Alternate Console Switch

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Connecting the Server

Yellow Label on Power Connector

If there is a label similar to the one shown in Figure 4–6 covering the power socket on the rear of the system unit, your system already has either the OpenVMS AXP or the DEC OSF/1 AXP operating system factory-installed on an internal ﬁxed disk.

Figure 4–6 Factory-Installed Software Label

Attention:

Achtung:

Attenzione:

Atencion:

Software is preinstalled on the hard disk. See installation guide before booting system.

Logiciels preinstalles sur le disque dur. Consultez le guide d’utilisation avant de demarrer le systeme.

Software ist bereits auf def Festplatte installiert. Vor dem Systemstart installationsanleitung lesen.

Software gia installato sul disco fisso. Consultare il manuale di installazione prima di avviare il sistema.

El software esta preinstalado en el disco duro. Vease la guia de instalacion antes de arrancar el sistema. 36-28979-01.D01

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Installing a Server System 4–9

Connecting the Server

Step 4: System Power Cord

Connect the system power cord to the system power socket on the rear of the system unit, as shown in Figure 4–7.

Figure 4–7 Connecting the Power Cord to the System Unit

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Connecting the Server

Step 5: Power Outlet

Step 6: Modem

Make sure that the power On/Off switch is in the off (O) position. Connect the other end of the power cord into a power outlet of the correct voltage.

Figure 4–8 Connecting a Modem

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Installing a Server System 4–11

Connecting the Server

Step 7: Printer

Many printers, including third-party plotters, can be used with your system. See your Digital sales representative for a list of the recommended printers.

Figure 4–9 Connecting a Printer to the System

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Checking Your Installation

An Installed Server

Figure 4–10 shows all of the connections on an installed server. Check your system against this diagram to make sure you have installed everything correctly.

Figure 4–10 A Connected Server

0 1 2

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Installing a Server System 4–13

Where to Go Next

Determine Your Next Task

After installing your server, use Table 4–2 to determine which chapter to read next.

Table 4–2 Where to Go Next

If you want to... Go to...

Connect your system to a network

Start your system Chapter 6

Chapter 5

4–14 Installing a Server System

Connecting Your System to a Network

Chapter Overview

Introduction

In This Chapter

At some point, you may want to connect your system to a network at your site. There are two parts to the task: making the hardware connections and establishing the network software connection.

This chapter describes how to complete the hardware connections to a network. For the networking software connection, see your system or network administrator at your site.

This chapter covers the following topics:

• Before You Begin

• Connecting to an AUI Ethernet Network

• Connecting to a 10BASE-T Ethernet Network

• Connecting to a 10BASE2 (ThinWire) Ethernet Network

• Setting and Verifying the Network Connection

• Completing the Network Connection

Connecting Your System to a Network 5–1

Before You Begin

What You Should Do First

What You Should Know Beforehand

Determining Your Network Type

Network Labels

Before connecting your system to a network, you need to:

1. Turn off your system if it is already on. See Chapter 7.

2. Determine the network type at your site.

3. Understand the network connectors on your system.

4. Obtain the correct Ethernet cables or connectors to connect

to the appropriate network port on the rear of your system.

5. Obtain and register your network information, if necessary.

Only basic hardware knowledge is required for the tasks described in this chapter.

See your network administrator to ﬁnd out the network type at your site. If there is more than one network, ﬁnd out to which one you will be connecting your system.

For your convenience, network labels are shipped with your system. See Figure 2–6 to identify the network labels. Use the network labels to record pertinent information about your system, such as the network node name and/or number. You can adhere the label to the front of your system behind the pulldown door. (See Figure 2–7 for the location of the pulldown door.)

5–2 Connecting Your System to a Network

Before You Begin

Available Networks

You can connect four different types of networking cables to your system:

1. AUI Ethernet

2. 10BASE2 (ThinWire) Ethernet (by attaching a DECXM transceiver to the AUI Ethernet port)

3. 10BASE-T Ethernet

4. ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network), when available. See Chapter 1 for a description of the ISDN services and availability. Instructions for ISDN installation are not provided at this time.

Network Cables and Adapters

Once you determine your network type, be sure that you have the cables and connectors listed in Table 5–1 before trying to connect your system to a network.

Table 5–1 Required Network Cables

Network Cable Adapter

AUI Ethernet BNE4C-xx – 10BASE-T Ethernet BN24F-xx or BN26K-xx

10BASE2 (ThinWire) Ethernet

twisted-pair cable BNE4C-xx or BNE4D-xx,

BC16M-xx ThinWire cable

–

DECXM-AA transceiver and H8225

ThinWire terminator

Terminator required only if DEC 3000 Model 600/600S/700 AXP system is the last system on a ThinWire

cable

Registering Network Information

Most types of networks require that you register network information, such as a node name and number. If network registration is required at your site, complete this task before you start using your system on the network. See your system or network administrator for assistance.

Connecting Your System to a Network 5–3

Connecting to an AUI Ethernet Network

Procedure Overview

Step 1: Loopback Connector

Step 2: AUI Ethernet Cable

To connect your system to an AUI Ethernet network, sometimes referred to as thickwire or standard Ethernet, complete the steps in Table 5–2.

Table 5–2 Steps for Connecting an AUI Ethernet Network

Step Action

1 Remove the loopback connector. 2 Connect the AUI Ethernet cable. 3 Push the sliding connector lock to secure cable.

If the loopback connector is still connected to your system, remove it now. Keep the loopback connector in a safe place. You may need it later for testing purposes.

Connect the AUI Ethernet cable (BNE4C-xx) to the AUI port on the rear of the system unit as shown in Figure 5–1.

5–4 Connecting Your System to a Network

Connecting to an AUI Ethernet Network

Figure 5–1 Connecting to an AUI Ethernet Network

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Push the sliding lock on the AUI Ethernet cable connector to the left, using a small screwdriver. The sliding lock prevents the cable from becoming disconnected.

Connect the other end of the cable to the AUI Ethernet network transceiver or DELNI unit, if necessary.

Connecting Your System to a Network 5–5

Connecting to a 10BASE-T Ethernet Network

Procedure Overview

To connect your system to a 10BASE-T Ethernet network, sometimes referred to as a twisted-pair network, complete the following tasks.

1. Connect the 10BASE-T cable to the 10BASE-T port on the back of the system unit as shown in Figure 5–2, making sure that the cable is attached securely.

2. Connect the other end of the cable to the network connection, if necessary.

5–6 Connecting Your System to a Network

Connecting to a 10BASE-T Ethernet Network

Figure 5–2 Connecting a 10BASE-T Network Cable

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Connecting Your System to a Network 5–7

Connecting to a 10BASE2 (ThinWire) Ethernet Network

Connection Procedure

Step 1: Loopback Connector

You can connect your system to a 10BASE2 Ethernet network by attaching an Ethernet cable to the AUI Ethernet port on the system unit, and then attaching a DECXM transceiver to the cable.

To connect your system to a 10BASE2 (ThinWire) Ethernet network, complete the steps listed in Table 5–3.

Table 5–3 Steps for Connecting a ThinWire Ethernet Network

Step Action

1 Remove loopback connector. 2 Connect a standard Ethernet cable to the AUI port on the

system unit. 3 Attach the cable to a DECXM transceiver. 4 Connect ThinWire Cables and T-connector to the DECXM

transceiver. 5 Terminate the T-connector (if necessary).

If the Ethernet loopback connector is still connected to your system, remove it now. Keep the loopback connector in a safe place. You need it if you use the system in a standalone conﬁguration or for testing purposes later.

5–8 Connecting Your System to a Network

Connecting to a 10BASE2 (ThinWire) Ethernet Network

Step 2: Ethernet Cable

Step 3: DECXM Transceiver

Connect an AUI Ethernet cable (BNE4C-xx) to the AUI port on the rear of the system unit, shown in Figure 5–1 of this chapter.

Connect the other end of the AUI Ethernet cable to the AUI port on the DECXM transceiver, as shown in Figure 5–3.

Figure 5–3 Connecting the AUI Ethernet Cable to the DECXM

Transceiver

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Connecting Your System to a Network 5–9

Connecting to a 10BASE2 (ThinWire) Ethernet Network

Step 4: ThinWire Cables and T-Connector

Step 5: Terminate Connection

Connect the ThinWire network cables to the T-Connector and then the T-connector to the DECXM transceiver as shown in Figure 5–4.

Figure 5–4 Connecting the ThinWire Cables and T-Connector

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If your workstation is the last one on a 10BASE2 (ThinWire) network, you need to terminate the network connection. Do this by connecting a terminator, rather than a ThinWire network cable, to one side of the T-connector connected to the DECXM Transceiver as shown in Figure 5–5.

5–10 Connecting Your System to a Network

Connecting to a 10BASE2 (ThinWire) Ethernet Network

Figure 5–5 Terminating the Ethernet Connection

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For information on correct settings for your DECXM, refer to Table 5–4 for documentation shipped with the units.

Table 5–4 DECXM Documentation

For this transceiver... See this document...

DECXM transceiver DECXM-AA Transceiver Installation,

Part Number EK–DECXM–IC.

Connecting Your System to a Network 5–11

Setting and Verifying the Network Connection

After Cable Connections

Two Network Settings

After completing the hardware network connections to your system, you must complete the following tasks:

1. Set the network connection type.

2. Verify the network connection.

There are two ﬁrmware network settings recognized by your system–THICK for AUI Ethernet or 10BASE2 (ThinWire) Ethernet, and TENBT for 10BASE-T Ethernet. The default setting is THICK. See Table 5–5 for the network setting you should use.

Table 5–5 Network Settings

For this network...

AUI Ethernet THICK set ethernet thick 10BASE2 (ThinWire)

Ethernet 10BASE-T Ethernet TENBT set ethernet tenbt

Use this network setting... And this command

THICK set ethernet thick

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Setting and Verifying the Network Connection

Setting the Network Type

Verify the Network Connection

Successful Result of test ni

You set the network type from console mode. To set the network type, complete the following steps:

1. Start your system as Chapter 6 describes.

2. If your system does not stop at the console prompt after the startup tests, press the halt button on the rear of your system unit to display the console prompt (>>>). See Figure 2–8 for the location of the halt button.

3. Enter the following command and press the Return key:

>>> set ethernet ETHERNET =

network_type

Return

The variable network_type is either THICK or TENBT, depending on which network you are using.

Once you have set the network type, you can verify the network connections by entering the prompt as follows. The

test ni

command at the console

command tests the Ethernet

network interface (NI).

>>>test ni

If the

Return

test ni

test is successful, you will see a display similar to

the following:

>>> test ni

Return

T-STS-NI - OK >>>

Error Detected During test ni

If the network test detects an error, you will see a display similar to the following:

>>> test ni

Return

T-ERR-NI - Ext Lpbk test failed ?? 000 NI 0x00f2

84 FAIL

>>>

Connecting Your System to a Network 5–13

Setting and Verifying the Network Connection

If the Test Fails

When the system is connected to a heavily loaded active network, failure may occur. If the the test several times. If the test continues to fail, connect the loopback connector as shown in Figure 4–2, and run the test again. If an error message appears, see Chapter 13 for more information.

Completing the Network Connection

Contact Your Network Administrator

Once you determine that your network cables are connected securely, and your system starts up and tests without errors, contact your network administrator to conﬁgure your workstation as part of your network.

If your system displays any error messages during the startup test, see Chapter 13 to determine the problem.

test ni

test fails, repeat

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Chapter Overview

Starting Up Your System

Introduction

In This Chapter

Once you have installed your workstation or server and, optionally, connected to a network, you are ready to start the system.

This chapter covers the following topics:

• Before You Begin

• Turning On the System

• Reviewing the Startup Display

• Starting a System with Factory-Installed Software

• Loading Operating System Software

• Where to Go Next

Starting Up Your System 6–1

Before You Begin

What You Should Have Done Already

What You Should Know Beforehand

Factory-Installed Software

Before you start up your workstation or server system, you should have already completed the following tasks:

• The installation tasks described in Chapter 3 or Chapter 4.

• The network connection steps described in Chapter 5 if your system is to be networked.

If you have not performed these tasks, do so now.

The tasks in this chapter require some experience with computer tasks such as entering console commands and responding to questions that appear on-screen during the factory-installed software procedures.

Preconﬁgured workstation and server systems with an internal ﬁxed disk drive include a factory-installed operating system.

6–2 Starting Up Your System

HP 600s, 700 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual