MicroVAX 3500 VAXserver 3500 Operation

This document is the "MicroVAX 3500 VAXserver 3500 Operation" manual, published by Digital Equipment Corporation in October 1987, updated July 1988.

The manual describes how to operate both the MicroVAX 3500 and VAXserver 3500 systems, noting that they share identical hardware but differ in their software functions and intended applications. The MicroVAX 3500 is a timesharing system supporting VMS, ULTRIX, or VAXELN, functioning as an Ethernet end-node. The VAXserver 3500 is a full-function network node primarily using VMS and LAVc (Local Area VAXcluster) software, optimized for applications not requiring timesharing.

Key areas covered in the manual include:

• System Overview (Chapter 1): Detailed description of the BA213 enclosure and its components, such as the Central Processing Unit (CPU), memory, mass storage devices (RA70/RD54 fixed-disk drives, TK70 tape drive), power supplies, and fans. It also covers the various controls and indicators on the front panel and within the enclosure.
• Using the System (Chapter 2): Instructions for fundamental system operations, including proper switch settings for normal and special operations, turning the system on and off, booting the system (both automatically and from console mode), halting, and resetting the system.
• Using System Options (Chapter 3): Guidance on operating various mass storage options, communications controllers (asynchronous, synchronous, network), real-time controllers, printer interfaces, and advice on adding new system options.

The document also includes a preface, an appendix listing related documentation, a glossary of technical terms, and an index.