TOPS-10 ANF-10 Networks Software

This manual serves as a guide for software installers and system operators on how to install the TOPS-10 Advanced Network Functions (ANF-10) software for communication front ends and remote nodes within a TOPS-10 network (V7.02).

The document begins by outlining the ANF-10 network's architecture, which comprises TOPS-10 central processors (hosts), various communication front ends (e.g., DN85, DN20, DN87, DN87S), and remote stations (e.g., DN82, DN92, DN200). It describes how to configure network components and different network topologies like point-to-point, star, multilink, and multipath.

The installation process is broken down into six main operations:

1. Copying Distributed Software: Users must copy CUSP and network software files from distribution tapes to their system disk using the BACKUP program.
2. Creating Configuration Files: For each network node (excluding host processors), a node-specific configuration file (e.g., DNttnn.Pll for PDP-11, DN92.CTL for PDP-8) must be created. These files define parameters such as node type, synchronous and asynchronous line characteristics, and global network environment settings, often utilizing macros like TDEF, DHCNFG, and DHUSE.
3. Assembling Software: Software for PDP-11-based nodes is assembled using the MACDLX assembler, while PDP-8-based nodes use the PAL10 assembler. This step involves selecting appropriate source modules based on the node's configuration and features, and verifying that the assembled program size fits the node's memory. The DDT11 program is used for saving symbols to aid in debugging.
4. Loading Software: The assembled software is then loaded onto the network nodes. Local communication front ends are loaded using BOOT11 (for DL10 interfaces) or DTELDR (for DTE20 interfaces). Remote nodes are loaded down-line via NETLDR, which can be invoked either automatically or manually. For 2020 hosts, KDPLDR loads microcode into the KMC11 synchronous line controller.
5. Initial Hardware Check: Upon loading and starting a node, diagnostic programs run automatically: CHK11 for PDP-11-based nodes and SYSCHK for PDP-8-based (DN92) nodes. These programs perform initial hardware surveys and output messages, including error codes, if issues are found.

The document assumes the reader has familiarity with basic TOPS-10 operations and refers to other manuals for related information. It also includes an appendix detailing a comprehensive list of configuration file switches.