DECserver 900TM Installation

This document is an installation and reference manual for the DECserver 900TM.

It describes the DECserver 900TM as a 32-port network access server designed to connect asynchronous devices (like terminals, printers, modems, or PCs) to an Ethernet LAN. It can operate either within a DEChub 900 MultiSwitch or as a standalone server, featuring 32 RJ-45 connectors, support for various baud rates (75 to 115.2 Kbaud), and 4MB (expandable to 8MB) of memory.

The guide provides detailed instructions for:

• Installing the DECserver 900TM module into a DEChub 900 MultiSwitch (highlighting its hot-swap capability).
• Verifying power and connecting port cables.
• Installing/Removing Flash RAM cards for operational software.
• Understanding the front panel LEDs and seven-segment display for status and troubleshooting.

Additionally, it includes comprehensive reference information on:

• Cabling: Maximum cable lengths for various line protocols and compatible cable connections, including wiring diagrams and serial port pinouts.
• Problem Solving: A troubleshooting guide based on LED indicators and specific seven-segment display codes.
• Product Specifications: Detailed technical specifications (dimensions, weight, environmental, power, connectors, certifications, acoustics).
• Related Documents: A list of other manuals for software installation and network management.