MicroVAX and MicroPDP-11 Microsystems Options

This document, titled "MicroVAX and MicroPDP-11 Microsystems Options" and published in July 1993, serves as a comprehensive guide for various hardware options compatible with Digital Equipment Corporation's MicroVAX and MicroPDP-11 systems, including MicroVAX 3000 and VAX 4000 series.

Intended Audience: The manual is specifically for DIGITAL Field Service personnel and qualified self-maintenance customers.

Key Content and Organization: The guide is structured to provide detailed information for a wide range of hardware options, listed alphabetically. For each option, it typically includes:

1. Ordering Information: Details on how to order modules and associated cabinet kits, with distinctions for different enclosure types (e.g., BA23, BA123, H9642-J, BA200-Series).
2. Operating System Support: Lists compatible versions of operating systems such as VMS, MicroVMS, ULTRIX, RSX-11M, RT-11, and DSM-11.
3. Diagnostic Support: Information on power-up self-tests, MicroVAX Diagnostic Monitor (MDM), XXDP, and interpretation of LED indicators for troubleshooting.
4. Related Documentation: Pointers to other relevant manuals and guides.
5. DC Power and Bus Loads: Electrical specifications for each module.
6. Description and Configuration: A brief overview of the option's function, along with detailed instructions on setting device addresses (CSR) and interrupt vectors using onboard switches or jumpers. It emphasizes the use of the SYSGEN CONFIG program for determining these settings, especially for "floating" addresses.
7. Maintenance: General information including field replaceable units (FRUs) and the use of loopback connectors for diagnosing communication issues.

Types of Options Covered: The document lists a broad array of options, including:

• Digital-to-Analog and Analog-to-Digital Converters (e.g., AAV11-D, ADQ32-A, ADV11-D)
• Asynchronous and Synchronous Multiplexers and Communication Controllers (e.g., CXA16/CXB16, CXY08, DHV11, DMV11, DPV11, DZQ11, DZV11, IEQ11, KMV1A)
• Network Interfaces and Controllers (e.g., DEFQA, DELQA, DEQNA, DEQRA, DESQA)
• Modems (DFA01)
• Disk and Tape Controllers (e.g., KDA50-Q, KFQSA, KZQSA, RQDX2, RQDX3, TQK50, TQK70)
• Various Disk Drives and Integrated Storage Elements (e.g., RA60, RA70, RA81, RA82, RA90, RA92, RC25, RD31/RD32, RD50-Series, RF30, RF31E, RF31F, RF31T, RF312, RF35E, RF352, RF36E, RF362, RF71, RF72, RF73, RF74, RWZ01, RX33, RX50, RZ58)
• Tape Subsystems (e.g., TF85, TF86, TF867, TKZ60, TK50, TK70, TLZ04, TLZ06, TS05, TSZ07, TZ85, TZ857, TU81-PLUS)
• Memory Modules (MRV11-D) and Real-Time Clocks (KWV11-C)
• Video Monitors (VCB02)

The document also includes important warnings and cautions regarding static electricity and potential damage to equipment.