DEC 10000 AXP, VAX 10000 Operations Manual

This document is the Operations Manual for DEC 10000 AXP and VAX 10000 systems, intended for system managers and operators. It covers the basic operations of these enterprise-level computer systems.

Key topics include:

• System Introduction: Overview of system characteristics, architecture, and physical components (front and rear views) across 3-cabinet and 5-cabinet configurations.
• System Components: Detailed descriptions of console load devices (RRD42 CD drive for DEC 10000, InfoServer for VAX 10000), in-cabinet tape drives, power system, LSB card cage, control/status and I/O connections, cooling system, and system options (SCSI PIUs, DSSI PIUs).
• Controls and Indicators: Explanation of the control panel keyswitch positions (Disable, Secure, Enable, Restart) and status indicator lights (Key On, Run, Fault), as well as circuit breakers and AC power indicators.
• Booting: Comprehensive guide to booting the system, including boot devices, command syntax, console environment variables, and detailed procedures for booting from local devices, InfoServers (Ethernet/FDDI), and VMSclusters (CI/DSSI).
• Appendices: Provide reference information on console commands, boot options for OpenVMS Alpha AXP, OSF/1, and OpenVMS VAX, and instructions for updating system firmware using the Loadable Firmware Update (LFU) Utility.