DEC FDDIcontroller 700 Installation

This document is the "DEC FDDIcontroller 700 Installation" manual (Order Number: EK-DEFZA-IN. D01), published by Digital Equipment Corporation in February 1993.

It is intended for users with a technical background in system hardware installation and describes how to install and verify the operation of the DEC FDDIcontroller 700 and DEC FDDIcontroller 700-C in a TURBOchannel-based platform.

The manual covers:

• Unpacking the controller and checking its contents.
• Installation procedures, including setting the media selection switch (for the 700-C model), preparing the computer, installing the controller, and connecting various communication cables (ST-type, ThinWire, and STP connectors).
• Verification and testing the controller, which involves performing a self-test, verifying the system configuration on MIPS, Alpha AXP, and VAX systems, and booting the system.
• Troubleshooting common issues, providing guidance on interpreting LED displays, understanding error messages, and solving hardware problems.

The document also includes important safety notices regarding Class A Laser Devices, Class A Computing Devices, and precautions against static electricity when handling components.