SOFTPC040 SSA.PDF

This document, SSA 32.18.02-A, provides system support information for DEC SoftPC for VMS, Version 4.0, released July 1993. It outlines the hardware and software requirements for running the application, which allows for PC emulation on VMS systems.

Key points include:

• Supported Hardware: The software supports a wide range of VAX, VAXft, VAXserver, MicroVAX, and VAXstation models.
• Unsupported Hardware: Specific older models such as VAX-11/725, VAX-11/782, MicroVAX I/II, VAXstation I/II, and VAXstation 8000 are not supported.
• Processor Restrictions: VAXstation 3520 and 3540 models are only supported with VT terminals or remote X display; local X display is not supported.
• Memory Requirements: A minimum working set of 2 MB is required, with 6 MB of system memory for standalone DECwindows environments. Performance improves with additional memory.

• Disk Space Requirements (approximate, Block Cluster Size = 1):

  • Installation: 20,000 blocks
  • Permanent use: 20,000 blocks
  • Typical use (with 10 MB emulated disk): 40,000 blocks

• Optional Hardware: Supports local floppy disk drives (RX33 and RX23) with specific read/write and controller restrictions.

• Cluster Environment: Fully supported on valid and licensed VAXcluster configurations.

• Software Requirements:

  • VMS Operating System V5.5 (minimum).
  • For workstations running MOTIF: VMS MOTIF 1.1 or later.
  • Can run in standalone mode (X11 display server and client on the same machine) or remotely (server and client on different machines).

• VMS Tailoring: Requires "VMS Required Saveset" and "Network Support."

• Distribution Media: Available on 9-track 1600 BPI Magtape, TK50 Streaming Tape, and CD-ROM (as part of the VMS Consolidated Software Distribution).
• Ordering Information: Provides details for software licenses, media, documentation, and services, noting that details may vary and to contact a local Digital office for the most up-to-date information.