VAX PASCAL Installation Guide (Ver 3.7)

This document, the "VAX PASCAL Installation Guide" (Version 3.7, March 1988), provides detailed instructions for system managers to install VAX PASCAL on VAX/VMS and MicroVMS operating systems (Version 4.4 or higher).

The guide outlines the step-by-step installation process using the VMSINSTAL command procedure, covering prerequisites such as necessary system privileges, adequate free disk space, and sufficient global pages and sections. It also explains how to access online release notes before or after installation.

Key aspects covered include:

• Core Installation: Instructions for setting up the VAX PASCAL compiler.
• PASSTR Saveset: Installation of PASCAL system service declarations (STARLET.PAS, STARLET.PEN), recommended for reinstallation after VMS updates.
• Post-Installation: Steps for users to recognize the PASCAL command and detailed procedures for installing VAX PASCAL as a shared image (using the Install Utility and updating SYSTARTUP.COM) to reduce system overhead and memory usage.
• Troubleshooting: Guidance on common error conditions (e.g., insufficient disk space) and how to report software or documentation problems.
• Maintenance Updates: Information on how to apply periodic updates.

The document emphasizes the importance of system managers ensuring their systems meet specific resource requirements for a successful installation.