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RF Series Integrated Storage
Element
Installation in BA200 Series
Enclosures
Order Number: EK-RF72D-IM-006

Digital Equipment Corporation

April 1993
The information in this document is subject to change without notice and
should not be construed as a commitment by Digital Equipment Corporation.
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may appear in this document.
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© Digital Equipment Corporation 1993.
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MicroVAX, MSCP, Q–bus, TK, VMS, and the DIGITAL logo.

Contents
About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1 General Information
RF Series Integrated Storage Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ISE Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DSSI Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RF31, RF31F, RF31T, RF35, RF36 ISE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RF72, RF73, RF74 ISE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Enclosures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mounting Mass Storage Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BA213 Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BA215 Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
R215F Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1–1
1–1
1–1
1–2
1–2
1–5
1–6
1–6
1–6
1–7
1–8
1–9

2 Unpacking Information
Unpacking and Inspecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
In this Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking for Damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unpacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RF31E-SF, RF31F-SF Option Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RF31T-SF, RF35E-SF, RF36E-SF Option Kits . . . . . . . . . . . .
RF72E-SF, RF73E-SF, RF74E-SF Option Kits . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2–1
2–1
2–1
2–1
2–2
2–2
2–5
2–6

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3 Controls and Indicators
ISE Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
In this Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controls and Indicators on the Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switches and LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DSSI Node ID Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
READY LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FAULT LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controls and Indicators on the OCP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OCP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Determining the DSSI Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BA200 Series OCP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OCP Indicators and Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assigning the DSSI Node ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Insertion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rules When Assigning IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3–1
3–1
3–2
3–2
3–2
3–6
3–6
3–7
3–7
3–7
3–8
3–8
3–10
3–10
3–10
3–10
3–10

4 Installation Procedure
Installing the ISE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
In this Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation Procedure, BA213 Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BA213 Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessing the Mass Storage Bays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing Shock Mounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the ISE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation Procedure, BA215 Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BA215 Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessing the Top Mass Storage Bays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the ISE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DSSI Bus, Power, OCP Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation Procedure, R215F Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
R215F Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessing the Top Mass Storage Bays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessing the Bottom Mass Storage Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the ISE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4–1
4–1
4–2
4–2
4–3
4–5
4–7
4–9
4–13
4–13
4–13
4–14
4–15
4–17
4–19
4–19
4–19
4–20
4–23
4–24

5 Completing the Installation
ISE Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
In this Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
POST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Executing POST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
When POST Succeeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
When POST Fails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting POST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
POST Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Resolving a Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using PARAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting ISE Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessing PARAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using VMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exiting PARAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Console Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Q–bus Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Embedded Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using MDM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the ISE Allocation Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multihost Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the MSCP Unit Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the ISE Node Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Testing the ISE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessing DRVTST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Running DRVTST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DRVTST Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Error Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5–1
5–1
5–2
5–2
5–2
5–2
5–2
5–3
5–3
5–4
5–4
5–4
5–4
5–5
5–5
5–5
5–6
5–6
5–8
5–8
5–8
5–8
5–10
5–10
5–10
5–11
5–11
5–11
5–12
5–12
5–12
5–12
5–14
5–14

6 Troubleshooting Procedures
Performing Troubleshooting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
In this Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Failure Indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6–1
6–1
6–1
6–2

RF31/RF31F Integrated Storage Element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RF35/RF36/RF31T Integrated Storage Element . . . . . . . . . . .
RF72/RF73/RF74 Integrated Storage Element . . . . . . . . . . . .
BA213 Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BA215 Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
R215F Configuration (Example) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RF31E-SF Option Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RF35E-SF/RF36E-SF Option Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RF72E-SF, RF73E-SF, and RF74E-SF Option Kit . . . . . . . . .
RF31/72/73/74 Drive Module Switch and LED Locations . . . .
RF35/36/31T Drive Module Option Connector and LED
Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BA200 Series Operator Control Panel for DSSI ISEs . . . . . . .
BA213 Enclosure with DSSI ISEs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BA213 Front Cover Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the Media Face Plate and OCP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attaching the Metal Ground Strip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RF35/RF36/RF31T, Installing the Adapter Plate . . . . . . . . . .
RF31, Installing the Slide Rails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DSSI Bus, Power, and OCP Connectors
(RF31/RF31F and RF72/RF73/RF74) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DSSI Bus, Power, and OCP Connectors
(RF35/RF36/RF31T) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the Top Media Face Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
R215F Shipping Bracket Screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the Bottom Media Face Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1–3
1–4
1–5
1–7
1–8
1–9
2–3
2–4
2–5
3–3

Index
Figures
1–1
1–2
1–3
1–4
1–5
1–6
2–1
2–2
2–3
3–1
3–2
3–3
4–1
4–2
4–3
4–4
4–5
4–6
4–7
4–8
4–9
4–10
4–11

3–4
3–8
4–3
4–4
4–6
4–8
4–10
4–11
4–17
4–18
4–21
4–22
4–23

Tables
2–1
2–2
3–1
3–2
3–3

Parts List for the RF31E-SF and RF72/73/74E-SF Option
Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parts List for the RF35E-SF/RF36E-SF/RF31T-SF Option
Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RF31/31F, RF72, RF73, and RF74 DSSI Node ID
Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RF35/36/31T DSSI IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Description of OCP Indicators and Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2–6
2–7
3–5
3–5
3–9

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About This Manual

Introduction

This manual provides information and procedures for installing
the RF31/31F/31T, RF35, RF36, RF72, RF73 and RF74
integrated storage elements (ISEs) into the BA213, BA215,
and R215F enclosures.
Note
The RF31F ISE is a high-speed, lower capacity version of
the RF31 ISE. Unless otherwise specified, references to
the RF31 ISE in this manual apply to both the RF31 and
the RF31F ISEs.
The RF31T is a lower capacity RF35. Unless otherwise
specified, references to the RF35 also apply to the RF31T.

Intended
Audience

This document is intended for Digital Services personnel or
qualified self-maintenance customers only.

For the
Customers

Software Backup
It is the customer’s responsibility to perform a software backup
prior to the arrival of Digital Services personnel at the site.
This step is important to ensure that data is not lost during any
installation process.
If you are not qualified to install the ISE, call Digital Services to
schedule an installation.
Installation
To install the ISE, follow the instructions and procedures
outlined in this manual for your system. If you have any
difficulty performing the installation, call Digital Services for
assistance.
Documents
To order documents, contact your Digital Equipment Corporation
representative.

For Digital
Services
Personnel

DSSI Storage Adapter
The ISE can be embedded within any MicroVAX system that has
a DSSI storage adapter installed. The procedures outlined in
this manual can be followed if an adapter and all necessary DSSI
cabling are in place. Refer to your system or adapter installation
manual for instructions on installing, configuring, and cabling a
DSSI subsystem.
Installation
To install the ISE, follow the installation procedures outlined
in this manual for the appropriate system. When you have
completed the installation, submit a LARS form. For information
on completing this form, contact your unit manager.
Documents
To order documents, contact your Digital Equipment Corporation
representative.

1
General Information
RF Series Integrated Storage Elements
Introduction

This chapter describes the RF31, RF31F, RF31T, RF35, RF36,
RF72, RF73, and RF74 integrated storage elements (ISEs) and
the BA200 enclosure.

ISE Overview

The RF31 ISE1 is a half-height, 5 ¼-inch, fixed-disk mass storage
device. The RF35/RF36/RF31T ISE2 is a 3 ½-inch, fixed-disk
mass storage device. The RF72/RF73/RF74 ISE is a full-height,
5 ¼-inch, fixed-disk mass storage device.
The RF31, RF31F, RF31T, RF35, RF36, RF72, RF73, and RF74
integrated storage elements are part of a family of storage
devices based on the Digital Storage Architecture (DSA) using
the DSSI bus and interface. The term integrated storage
element, or ISE, applies to any DSSI storage device.

A high-speed, lower-capacity version of the RF31 ISE is also available:
the RF31F ISE. Unless otherwise specified, references to the RF31
ISE in this manual apply to the RF31 and the RF31F ISEs.
The RF31T is a lower-capacity version of the RF35 ISE. Unless
otherwise specified, references to the RF35 ISE apply to the RF31T.

General Information 1–1

An ISE contains the following:
•

On-board DSSI bus controller

•

MSCP server

•

Drive

•

Control electronics

DSSI Interface

The DSSI interface supports up to seven ISEs through a single
cable to an adapter in the host. DSSI adapters can be adapters
embedded within a CPU module (for example, the KA640
module) or they can be separate modules, such as the KFQSA
adapter.

RF31, RF31F,
RF31T, RF35,
RF36 ISE

Figures 1–1 and 1–2 show the RF31/RF31F and RF31T/RF35
/RF36 integrated storage elements (ISEs):

1–2 General Information

Figure 1–1 RF31/RF31F Integrated Storage Element

SHR_X1075_89_SCN

General Information 1–3

Figure 1–2 RF35/RF36/RF31T Integrated Storage Element

1–4 General Information

RF72, RF73,
RF74 ISE

Figure 1–3 is an illustration of the RF72/RF73/RF74 integrated
storage element:
Figure 1–3 RF72/RF73/RF74 Integrated Storage Element

SHR-0226-88
SHR_X1074_89_SCN

General Information 1–5

Enclosures
Overview

The remainder of the manual covers the installation of the ISE
into the BA213, BA215, and R215F enclosures.

Mounting
Mass Storage
Devices

Mass storage devices are mounted sideways on shock-mounting
hardware, with a sliding track attached to each side of the mass
storage device. One shock-resistant support attaches to the
top of the mass storage area, and the other support attaches
to the bottom of the mass storage area. The supports are
attached by two screws enclosed in rubber shock bushings. The
shock-mounting hardware varies for each ISE model.
Note
Read the screw length warning labels on the ISE.

1–6 General Information

BA213
Enclosure

The BA213 enclosure (Figure 1–4) has a mass storage bay above
the card cage that contains a TK70 or TK50 tape drive and up to
three DSSI ISEs.
Figure 1–4 BA213 Enclosure

SHR-0215-88
SHR-X0060-90-SCN

General Information 1–7

BA215
Enclosure

The BA215 enclosure (Figure 1–5) has a mass storage bay that
extends across the top of the enclosure. It contains a TK70 or
TK50 tape drive, and one full-height, or two half-height, or two 3
½-inch ISEs.
Figure 1–5 BA215 Enclosure

MLO-001812
SHR-X0065-90-CPG

1–8 General Information

R215F
Enclosure

The R215F enclosure is a BA215 enclosure with the card cage
removed, and an additional mass storage bay in its place. It has
three mass storage bays:
•

Two bays in the top of the cabinet

•

One bay in the middle of the cabinet

Each mass storage bay can hold one ISE. Figure 1–6 is a typical
configuration that includes an R215F enclosure and a MicroVAX
3400 in a BA213 enclosure.
Figure 1–6 R215F Configuration (Example)

R215F

MicroVAX 3400
(HOST)
DSSI CABLE
FROM HOST
MLO-001814
SHR-X0066-90-CPG

General Information 1–9

2
Unpacking Information
Unpacking and Inspecting
In this Chapter

This chapter covers unpacking and inspecting the ISE.

Checking for
Damage

Unpacking the ISE consists of removing it from the shipping
container and inspecting it for damage. Report any damage
to the shipper, and notify your Digital Equipment Corporation
representative.

Unpacking
Instructions

1. Before opening any container, check for external damage
such as dents, holes, or crushed corners.
2. Open and unpack the shipping container. Remove the ISE
from the conductive plastic bag.
Caution
When handling the ISE, observe all precautions to be
sure that you do not damage the device by accidental
electrostatic discharge. Handle the ISE with care.
Excessive shock can cause damage to the ISE.

Note
Shipping containers and packing materials should be
retained for future use.

Unpacking Information 2–1

RF31E-SF,
RF31F-SF
Option Kits

Figure 2–1 shows the parts included in the RF31E-SF option
kit. The parts can be checked against the parts list found in
Table 2–1.

RF31T-SF,
RF35E-SF,
RF36E-SF
Option Kits

The RF31T-SF, RF35E-SF, and RF36E-SF (Figure 2–2) option kit
contains the same parts except for:
•

Adapter bracket

•

Screws for above

•

OCP cable

The parts can be checked against the parts list found in
Table 2–2.

2–2 Unpacking Information

Figure 2–1 RF31E-SF Option Kit
SLIDE RAILS
(74-36498-01)

RF31 ISE OR RF31F ISE
(RF31-EA)
(RF31F-EA)

SCREWS
(90-00039-28)

RF SERIES ISE
USER GUIDE
(EK-RF72D-UG)

LOWER
SHOCK
MOUNT
(70-25452-01)

UPPER
SHOCK
MOUNT
(70-25452-02)

EK-RF31D-UG

RF SERIES ISE
USER GUIDE
-RF31D-IM

ERIES ISE
ALLATION
MANUAL

DSSI OCP CABLE
(17-01936-01)

RF SERIES ISE
INSTALLATION MANUAL
(EK-RF72D-IM)

DSSI NODE ID PLUGS (11)
(12-28766-19)
SHR-0238-88
SHR-X0067A-93-CPG

Unpacking Information 2–3

Figure 2–2 RF35E-SF/RF36E-SF Option Kit

SLIDE RAILS
(74-36498-01)

RF31T ISE OR RF35 ISE OR RF36 ISE
(RF31T-EA)
(RF35-EA)
(RF36-EA)

LOWER
SHOCK
MOUNT
(70-25452-01)

UPPER
SHOCK
MOUNT
(70-25452-02)

DSSI OCP CABLE
(17-03413-01)
FLAT HEAD SCREWS
(90-00039-07)

RF SERIES ISE
USER GUIDE
(EK-RF72D-UG)

PAN HEAD SCREWS
(90-09701-00)

EK-RF72D-UG

RF SERIES ISE
USER GUIDE
-RF72D-IM

ERIES ISE
ALLATION
MANUAL

RF SERIES ISE
INSTALLATION MANUAL
(EK-RF72D-IM)

DSSI NODE ID PLUGS (11)
(12-28766-19)

ADAPTER PLATE
(74-44531-01)

SHR-X0067S-93-CPG

2–4 Unpacking Information

RF72E-SF,
RF73E-SF,
RF74E-SF
Option Kits

Figure 2–3 shows the parts included in the RF72E-SF, RF73ESF, and RF74E-SF option kit. The parts can be checked against
the parts list found in Table 2–1.
Figure 2–3 RF72E-SF, RF73E-SF, and RF74E-SF Option Kit
SLIDE RAILS
(74-36498-01)

RF72 ISE
(RF72-EA)

SCREWS
(90-00039-28)

RF SERIES ISE
USER GUIDE
(EK-RF72D-UG)

LOWER
SHOCK
MOUNT
(70-25452-03)

UPPER
SHOCK
MOUNT
(70-25452-04)

EK-RF31D-UG

RF SERIES ISE
USER GUIDE
-RF31D-IM

ERIES ISE
ALLATION
MANUAL

DSSI OCP CABLE
(17-01936-01)

RF SERIES ISE
INSTALLATION MANUAL
(EK-RF72D-IM)

DSSI NODE ID PLUGS (11)
(12-28766-19)

SHR-X0169-93

Unpacking Information 2–5

Inspection

1. Inspect the ISE for physical damage.
2. Check the contents against the bill of materials. Table 2–1
lists the parts supplied with the RF31E-SF, RF72E-SF,
RF73E-SF, and RF74E-SF (field installed) option kits.
Table 2–2 lists the parts supplied with the RF31T-SF,
RF35E-SF, and RF36E-SF (field installed) option kits.
Table 2–1 Parts List for the RF31E-SF and RF72/73/74E-SF
Option Kits
Part Numbers
RF72E-SF
RF73E-SF
RF31E-SF
RF74E-SF
RF31-EA

Quantity

Description

RF7x-EA

ISE without skid
plate

70-25452-02

70-25452-04

Upper shock mount

70-25452-01

70-25452-03

Lower shock mount

74-36498-01

Slide rails

90-00039-28

Slide rail mounting
screws

17-01936-01

DSSI OCP cable
(10-conductor)

12-28766-19

DSSI node ID plugs

EK-RF72D-IM

Installation Manual

EK-RF72D-UG

User Guide

1 RF31F-EA for the RF31F ISE

2–6 Unpacking Information

Table 2–2 Parts List for the RF35E-SF/RF36E-SF/RF31T-SF
Option Kits
RF35E-SF
RF35-EA
–
–

Part Numbers
RF36E-SF
RF31T-SF
–

Quantity Description

–

ISE without skid
plate

–

ISE without skid
plate

70-25452-02

Upper shock mount

70-25452-01

Lower shock mount

74-44531-01

3.5-inch plate adapter

74-36498-01

Slide rails

90-00039-07

Slide rail mounting
screws

90-09701-00

Adapter plate
mounting screws

17-03413-01

OCP cable (10conductor)

12-28766-19

DSSI node ID plugs

EK-RF72D-IM

Installation Manual

EK-RF72D-UG

User Guide

RF36-EA
–

RF31T-EA

Unpacking Information 2–7

3
Controls and Indicators
ISE Controls and Indicators
In this Chapter

This chapter describes:
•

Controls and indicators associated with the operation of the
ISE

•

Assigning the DSSI Node ID

These controls and indicators are located in two places:
1. On the ISE drive module
2. On the system enclosure operator control panel (OCP)

Controls and Indicators 3–1

Controls and Indicators on the Drive Module
Switches and
LEDs

The RF31/31F RF72, RF73, RF74 ISEs have two LEDs and a
DIP switchpack, containing three switches, mounted on the edge
of the drive module.
The RF35, RF36, and RF31T ISEs have two LEDs and an
options connector mounted on the edge of the drive module.
Jumpers are inserted into this connector. This connector is
located at the opposite end of the DSSI connector.
The switches on the RF31/31F/72/73/74 and option connector on
the RF35/36/31T provide a means of setting the DSSI node ID if
an OCP is not connected to the drive, or if the OCP fails.
Figure 3–1 shows the location of the switches and LEDs on the
RF31/31F/72/73/74 drive module. Figure 3–2 shows the location
of the connectors and jumpers on the RF35/36/31T drive module.

DSSI Node ID
Switches

Each device on the DSSI bus must be assigned a unique
DSSI node ID during installation. This is done by setting the
3-position DIP switch (Table 3–1) or the jumpers (Table 3–2) to
the binary equivalent of the desired ID number.
Note
The DIP switches are ignored when the ISE is connected
to an operator control panel (OCP).

3–2 Controls and Indicators

Figure 3–1 RF31/72/73/74 Drive Module Switch and LED
Locations

FLT

RDY

RF31

FAULT
LED
READY
LED

12 3

DSSI
NODE ID
SWITCHES
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Controls and Indicators 3–3

Figure 3–2 RF35/36/31T Drive Module Option Connector and
LED Locations

FRONT VIEW OF A RF35/36 DISK DRIVE

Remote Panel
2

Fault LED
Ready LED

0 1 2
DSSI ID

REAR VIEW OF A RF35/RF36 DISK DRIVE

50
2
1

DSSI Interface Connector
49

Power
5
1

RF3x_front_back−rags

3–4 Controls and Indicators

Table 3–1 RF31/31F, RF72, RF73, and RF74 DSSI Node ID
Selection
DSSI Node ID
Address
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
72

Switch Positions1
1
2

Down
Down
Down
Down
Up
Up
Up
Up

Down
Up
Down
Up
Down
Up
Down
Up

Down
Down
Up
Up
Down
Down
Up
Up

1 Up is toward the HDA, down is toward the module.
2 DSSI address 7 is normally assigned to a host adapter.

Table 3–2 RF35/36/31T DSSI IDs
DSSI Node ID
Address
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
72

Jumper1
ID2

ID1

ID0

Out
Out
Out
Out
In
In
In
In

Out
Out
In
In
Out
Out
In
In

Out
In
Out
In
Out
In
Out
In

1 In = inserted, Out = removed
2 DSSI address 7 is normally assigned to a host adapter.

Controls and Indicators 3–5

READY LED

The READY LED is green. When the ISE is powered up, this
LED is lit. After successful completion of the power-on self-test
(POST), the LED turns off until the ISE is read/write ready.
The READY LED turns off during a seek until the drive heads
are on cylinder and read/write ready. Then the LED is lit again
for as long as the heads remain on track. Therefore, during read
or write operations, the READY LED flashes on and off rapidly.

FAULT LED

The FAULT LED is red for RF31/31F and yellow for RF35, RF36,
RF31T, RF72, RF73, and RF74. It is lit when a read/write error
or serious physical error condition is detected. Initially, when
the ISE is powered up, this LED is lit. Upon the successful
completion of POST, this LED turns off.

3–6 Controls and Indicators

Controls and Indicators on the OCP
OCP

When the ISE is installed in a BA213, BA215, or R215F
enclosure, the operator interface is a control panel on the
enclosure. Figure 3–3 shows the BA200 series OCP for DSSI
devices. Its functions are described in Table 3–3. Each RF series
ISE is connected to the OCP through a 10-conductor ribbon
cable.

Determining the
DSSI Address

The OCP has three columns of controls and indicators. The
standard convention is to use the right column for ISE 0, the
center column for ISE 1, and the left column for ISE 2. Note,
however, that the DSSI node ID address is determined by the
DSSI node ID plug rather than its position on the OCP. The
address that will be assigned to the ISE is labeled on the plug.
Note
The DSSI address assigned by the plug is read only
during the power-up sequence. If you change plugs
without reinitializing the ISE by a power-up or reset, the
new DSSI address is not recognized.

Caution
Do not install two plugs with the same number on the
OCP.

Controls and Indicators 3–7

BA200 Series
OCP

The following shows the BA200 series OCP for DSSI ISEs:
Figure 3–3 BA200 Series Operator Control Panel for DSSI ISEs

LEFT POWER
SUPPLY

RIGHT POWER
SUPPLY

TO BACK PLANE

10-PIN
TO RFO

DRIVE SELECT
PLUGS

DRIVE FAULTS
(RED)
WRITE-PROTECT
BUTTONS

10-PIN
TO RF1

READY
BUTTONS

SYSTEM DC
OK (GREEN)

10-PIN
TO RF2

RESTART

CPU HALT
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OCP Indicators
and Switches

The following table describes the function of OCP indicators and
switches:

3–8 Controls and Indicators

Table 3–3 Description of OCP Indicators and Switches
Control/
Indicator
System DC
OK

DSSI node ID
plug

FAULT LED

Write-Protect

Ready

CPU Halt

Restart

Setting

Function

DC power is within regulation.

Off

DC power not present or not within
regulation.

Installed

Sets DSSI node ID to the number
specified on the plug (normal operating
position). Plug must be installed if ISE
is connected to the OCP.

Removed

DSSI address undefined. If ISE is
present, FAULT LED flashes rapidly.

Fault condition is present.

Off

No fault (normal operating condition).

Flashing
(5 Hz)

Module-to-HDA calibrations are being
performed.

Flashing
(10 Hz)

OCP failure or DSSI node ID plug
missing.

Out
LED off

The system can read and write to the
disk (normal operating position).

In
LED on

The system cannot write to the disk.
The system can still read from the disk.

Out
LED on

ISE is on line (normal operating
position). The system can read from
and write to the disk.

In
LED off

ISE is off line. The system cannot read
from or write to the disk.

In
LED on

The CPU is in console I/O mode. The
console emulation program is running.

Out
LED off

The CPU can run system software
(normal operating position).

Pressed

Reinitializes system state. Work in
progress is lost.

Controls and Indicators 3–9

Assigning the DSSI Node ID
Spare Plugs

Spare DSSI node ID plugs are supplied with your system. Use
these spare plugs to renumber your DSSI system if you need to
reconfigure due to adding or removing ISEs, or if you create a
multihost configuration.

Removal

The DSSI node ID plugs have prongs on the back that indicate
the bus node number (and by default, the unit number) of the
ISE. To remove a DSSI node ID plug, grasp it firmly and pull it
straight out.

Insertion

To insert a new plug, align the two center prongs with the two
center slots and press the plug into the slots.

Rules When
Assigning IDs

Use the following rules when assigning DSSI node IDs:
•

For each DSSI bus, each ISE on the bus must have a unique
DSSI node ID.

•

By convention, ISEs are numbered in increasing order from
right to left, and from top to bottom.

•

Use a blank DSSI node ID plug where no ISE is present.
Note
If you change the DSSI node ID plugs while the system
is operating, you must turn off the system and then turn
it back on for the new plug positions to take effect.

3–10 Controls and Indicators

4
Installation Procedure
Installing the ISE
In this Chapter

This chapter describes how to install the ISE into the following
enclosures:
•

BA213

•

BA215

•

R215F
Note
Only qualified service personnel should perform this
installation procedure. Before beginning the installation,
make sure that the system manager has backed up all
files. Have the system manager perform a shutdown of
the operating system before turning power off.

Installation Procedure 4–1

Installation Procedure, BA213 Enclosure
BA213
Enclosure

The BA213 enclosure can contain up to three ISEs and a tape
storage device. Figure 4–1 shows a standard DSSI configuration
in a BA213 enclosure.
To install an ISE in a BA213 enclosure, use the following
procedure. This procedure is written on the assumption that
either a KA640 module or a KFQSA adapter module is already
installed in the system, and that DSSI cabling is in place. Refer
to your system or adapter documentation for instructions on
installing these devices.

4–2 Installation Procedure

Figure 4–1 BA213 Enclosure with DSSI ISEs

DSSI EXTERNAL TERMINATOR

SHR_X0225_88_SCN

Removing the
Front Panel

Installation Procedure 4–3

4. Pull the release latch outward, lift the front panel, and
remove it from the system (Figure 4–2).
Caution
Do not use a screwdriver or other tool to pry open the
release latch. This may damage the latch.

Figure 4–2 BA213 Front Cover Removal

IMPORTANT:
PULL LATCH OUT
BEFORE LIFTING DOOR

MA-X0964-88
SHR-X0061-90-SCN

4–4 Installation Procedure

Accessing the
Mass Storage
Bays

Use the following procedure to access the mass storage bays:
1. Remove the DSSI external terminator or DSSI cable.
2. Remove the media face plate from the front of the mass
storage bays by releasing the five captive screws. Remove
the faceplate from the enclosure (Figure 4–3).
3. To remove the operator control panel assembly on the BA213,
follow these steps:
a. Release the two captive screws that hold the panel to the
enclosure, tilt the panel forward, and label and unplug
all cables connected to the OCP.
Caution
To prevent cable damage, do not allow the panel to drop
free and hang suspended by its attached cables.

b. The internal DSSI ribbon cable is connected to the
external DSSI port by means of a black plastic stud.
This stud is located behind the external DSSI port on the
upper left of the panel (Figure 4–3). Pull out on the stud
to release it, and disconnect the internal DSSI ribbon
cable.
c.

Lift out the panel, and set it aside.

Installation Procedure 4–5

Figure 4–3 Removing the Media Face Plate and OCP

EXTERNAL
DSSI PORT

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SHR-X0062-93-SCN

4–6 Installation Procedure

Installing
Shock Mounts

Install the upper and lower shock mounts in the mass storage
bay using the following procedure:
Caution
Make sure you install the shock mounts shipped with the
option kit. Check the part number against Table 2–1 and
Table 2–2. Installing the wrong shock mounts may result
in damage to the ISE.

1. The shipping brackets inside the mass storage bay(s) should
have been released during installation of the unit. If they
were not released, make sure the four orange, plain-slotted
screws are loosened to release the shipping brackets.
Retighten the screws against the frame after the brackets
are released.
Caution
Failure to release the shipping brackets before use may
result in damage to the ISEs.

2. Using a short Phillips screwdriver, attach the upper
shock mount assembly to the screw holes in the top of the
appropriate mass storage bay. Make sure the open end of the
shock mount is facing the rear of the mass storage bay.
3. Holding the lower shock mount assembly, place the hole on
the metal ground strip (located on the rear of the assembly)
over the exposed threads of the rear screw (Figure 4–4).
4. Using a short Phillips screwdriver, attach the lower shock
mount assembly to the two screw holes in the bottom of the
appropriate mass storage bay. Make sure the open end of the
shock mount is facing the rear of the mass storage bay.

Installation Procedure 4–7

Figure 4–4 Attaching the Metal Ground Strip

GROUND STRIP

LOWER SHOCK MOUNT ASSEMBLY
(UNDERNEATH VIEW)

BACK

FRONT
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4–8 Installation Procedure

Installing the
ISE

Caution
Handle the ISE with care. Excessive shock can cause
damage to the HDA.
Do not handle the ISE unless you are wearing an
antistatic wrist strap that is correctly grounded. When
working on the ISE, place it on an antistatic pad. Use
the static-protective field service kit (PN 29-26246).

The RF35/RF36/RF31T ISE must be fitted with an adapter plate
(PN 74-44531-01) before it can be installed in a BA200 series
enclosure. To install this adapter plate:
1. Orient the drive (1A) (Figure 4–5). Then connect the 20-pin
end of the front panel cable (2) (PN 17-03413-01) into the
20-pin socket on the drive module.
2. With the front panel cable between the drive HDA and the
inside of the adapter plate (3), slide the drive in the adpater
plate as shown. Secure with the four panhead screws (4) (PN
90-09701-00). Be sure not to twist or bend the front panel
cable.
3. Attach the top and bottom slide rails (5) to the adapter plate
with the four flathead screws (6) (PN 90-00039-07).
4. Now orient the drive so that the power connector (1B), while
facing you, is at the top. Also be sure that the drive module
is facing right. This is the opposite of the way that 5 ¼-inch
drives are installed in the enclosure.
Use the following procedure to install the ISE:
1. If you are installing an RF35, RF36, or RF31T, go to step 2.
In all other cases, install the slide rails using the four screws
provided (Figure 4–6).
Caution
Make sure you use the screws provided. Longer screws
may damage the ISE.

Installation Procedure 4–9

Figure 4–5 RF35/RF36/RF31T, Installing the Adapter Plate

4–10 Installation Procedure

Figure 4–6 RF31, Installing the Slide Rails

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Installation Procedure 4–11

2. Slide the ISE into the mass storage bay (drive module to the
left; drive module to the right for the RF35, RF36, or RF31T)
and tighten the slide rail screws.
For the following steps, refer to Figure 4–7 and Figure 4–8.
3. Connect the power cable from the power supply to the power
connector on the ISE.
4. Connect the DSSI cable to the DSSI connector on the ISE.
5. Use the 10-conductor cable provided to connect the ISE to
the operator control panel (OCP).
6. Recheck all cable connections to the ISE. Make sure
all connectors are seated correctly and that there is an
appropriate amount of slack in the DSSI cable to allow for
vibration of the ISE.
7. Reattach all control panel cables to the operator control
panel. Reconnect the 50-pin DSSI cable to the external DSSI
port, and then replace the operator control panel and the
media face plate.
8. Replace the external DSSI cable or terminator.
9. Replace the front panel on the enclosure, and then plug in
the power cord.
10. Insert the correct DSSI node ID plug on the OCP. Make sure
each ISE is assigned a unique DSSI node ID.

4–12 Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure, BA215 Enclosure
BA215
Enclosure

The BA215 enclosure holds one or two ISEs, and a TK70 tape
drive or TK50 tape drive.

Removing the
Front Panel

The front panel has a 3-position lock that limits access to system
controls. The controls are located behind a smoked plastic
window.
Remove the front panel as follows:
1. Insert the key into the lock on the front panel. Turn the key
to the bottom position (fully clockwise).
2. Slide the window all the way down.
3. Turn the power switch I O off (to the right), and unplug the
ac power cord from the wall outlet.
4. Pull the release latch outward, lift the front panel, and
remove it from the system.
Caution
Do not use a screwdriver or other tool to pry open the
release latch. This may damage the latch.

Installation Procedure 4–13

Accessing
the Top Mass
Storage Bays

Use the following procedure to access the top mass storage bays:
Caution
Static electricity can damage integrated circuits. Use
an antistatic wrist strap and pad when performing this
procedure.

1. Remove the external terminator or DSSI cable.
2. Refer to Figure 4–9. Loosen the four captive screws that hold
the media face plate to the BA215 frame and remove the face
plate.
3. Release the captive screw that holds the panel to the
enclosure, tilt the panel forward, and label and unplug all
cables connected to the OCP.
Caution
To prevent cable damage, do not allow the panel to drop
free and hang suspended by its attached cables.

4. The shipping brackets inside the mass storage bay(s) should
have been released during installation of the unit. If they
were not released, make sure the four orange, plain-slotted
screws are loosened to release the shipping brackets.
Retighten the screws against the frame after the brackets
are released.
Caution
Failure to release the shipping brackets before use may
result in damage to the ISEs.

4–14 Installation Procedure

Installing the
ISE

Use the following procedure to install the ISE:
Caution
Handle the ISE with care. Excessive shock can cause
damage to the HDA.
Do not handle the ISE unless you are wearing an
antistatic wrist strap that is correctly grounded. When
working on the ISE, place it on an antistatic pad. Use
the static-protective field service kit (PN 29-26246).

1. Install the upper and lower shock mounts in the mass
storage bay. Refer to Installation Procedure, BA213
Enclosure for details on installing shock mounts and to
Figure 4–4, which shows how to attach the metal ground
strip when installing lower mass storage mounts.
Caution
Make sure you install the shock mounts shipped with the
device. Check the part number against Table 2–1 and
Table 2–2. Installing the wrong shock mounts may result
in damage to the ISE.

2. Install an adapter plate for the RF35/RF36/RF31T ISE (see
Installation Procedure, BA213 Enclosure ).
3. Install the slide rails using the four screws provided
(Figure 4–6).
Caution
Make sure you use the screws provided. Longer screws
may damage the ISE.

Installation Procedure 4–15

4. Slide the ISE into the mass storage bay (drive module to the
left; drive module to the right for the RF35, RF36, or RF31T)
and tighten the slide rail screws.
5. Connect the power cable from the power supply to the power
connector on the ISE (Figure 4–7 and Figure 4–8).
6. Connect the DSSI cable to the DSSI connector on the ISE
(Figure 4–7 and Figure 4–8).
7. Use the 10-conductor cable provided to connect the ISE to
the operator control panel (OCP).
8. Recheck all cable connections to the ISE. Make sure
all connectors are seated correctly and that there is an
appropriate amount of slack in the DSSI cable to allow for
vibration of the ISE.
9. Reattach all control panel cables to the OCP and then replace
the OCP and the media face plate.
10. Replace the external DSSI cable or terminator.
11. Replace the front panel on the enclosure, and then plug in
the power cord.
12. Install the correct DSSI node ID plug on the OCP. Make sure
each ISE is assigned a unique DSSI node ID.

4–16 Installation Procedure

DSSI Bus,
Power, OCP
Connectors

The following shows the DSSI bus, power, and OCP connectors
on the ISE.
Figure 4–7 DSSI Bus, Power, and OCP Connectors
(RF31/RF31F and RF72/RF73/RF74)

POWER
CONNECTOR

OCP
CONNECTOR

DSSI
CONNECTOR
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Installation Procedure 4–17

Figure 4–8 DSSI Bus, Power, and OCP Connectors
(RF35/RF36/RF31T)

FRONT VIEW OF A RF35/36 DISK DRIVE

Remote Panel
2

Fault LED
Ready LED

0 1 2
DSSI ID

REAR VIEW OF A RF35/RF36 DISK DRIVE

50
2
1

DSSI Interface Connector
49

Power
5
1

RF3x_front_back−rags

4–18 Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure, R215F Enclosure
R215F
Enclosure

The R215F expansion enclosure holds up to three ISEs.

Removing the
Front Panel

The front panel has a 3-position lock that limits access to system
controls. The controls are located behind a smoked plastic
window.
Remove the front panel as follows:
1. Insert the key into the lock on the front panel. Turn the key
to the bottom position (fully clockwise).
2. Slide the window all the way down.
3. Halt any bus activity on the host system. Then, remove the
DSSI expansion cable.
4. Turn the power switch I O off (to the right) and unplug the
ac power cord from the wall outlet.
Caution
Make sure you stop any bus activity before removing the
DSSI expansion cable to prevent high error rates.

5. Pull the release latch outward, lift the front panel, and
remove it from the system.
Caution
Do not use a screwdriver or other tool to pry open the
release latch. This may damage the latch.

6. Loosen the two slotted, captive screws attaching the DSSI
cable to the R215F bus connector (to the left of the OCP),
and remove the cable.

Installation Procedure 4–19

Accessing
the Top Mass
Storage Bays

Use the following procedure to access the top mass storage bays:
Caution
Static electricity can damage integrated circuits. Use
an antistatic wrist strap and pad when performing this
procedure.

1. Loosen the four captive screws that hold the media face plate
to the R215F frame and remove the face plate (Figure 4–9).
2. Loosen the captive screw on the top of the operator control
panel frame, tilt the panel forward, and label and unplug
all cables connected to the OCP. Lift the OCP out of the
enclosure.
3. The shipping brackets inside the mass storage bay(s) should
have been released during installation of the unit. If they
were not released, make sure the six orange, plain-slotted
screws are loosened to release the shipping brackets.
Retighten the screws against the frame after the brackets
are released (Figure 4–10).
Caution
Failure to release the shipping brackets before use may
result in damage to the ISEs.

4–20 Installation Procedure

Figure 4–9 Removing the Top Media Face Plate

CAPTIVE
SCREWS

CAPTIVE
SCREWS
MLO-001819
SHR-X0069-90-CPG

Installation Procedure 4–21

Figure 4–10 R215F Shipping Bracket Screws

SHIPPING
BRACKET
SCREWS

ML0-001821
SHR-X0070-90-CPG

4–22 Installation Procedure

Accessing the
Bottom Mass
Storage Bay

Caution
Static electricity can damage integrated circuits. Use
an antistatic wrist strap and pad when performing this
procedure.

Loosen the four captive screws that hold the bottom media
face plate to the R215F frame, and remove the face plate
(Figure 4–11).
Figure 4–11 Removing the Bottom Media Face Plate

CAPTIVE
SCREWS

MLO-001820
SHR-X0071-90-CPG

Installation Procedure 4–23

Installing the
ISE

4–24 Installation Procedure

4. Slide the ISE into the mass storage bay (drive module to the
left, to the right for RF35/RF36/RF31T) and tighten the slide
rail screws.
5. Connect the power cable from the power supply to the power
connector on the ISE (Figure 4–7 and Figure 4–8).
6. Connect the DSSI cable to the DSSI connector on the ISE
(Figure 4–7 and Figure 4–8).
7. Use the 10-conductor cable provided to connect the ISE to
the operator control panel (OCP).
8. Recheck all cable connections to the ISE. Make sure
all connectors are seated correctly and that there is an
appropriate amount of slack in the DSSI cable to allow for
vibration of the ISE.
9. Reattach all control panel cables to the OCP and then replace
the OCP and the media face plate.
10. Replace the external DSSI cable or terminator.
11. Replace the front panel on the enclosure, and then plug in
the power cord.
12. Install the correct DSSI node ID plug on the OCP. Make sure
each ISE is assigned a unique DSSI node ID.

Installation Procedure 4–25

5
Completing the Installation
ISE Checks
In this Chapter

This chapter describes:
•

Executing the power-on self-test (POST)

•

Setting the device parameters

•

Verifying the correct operation of the ISE once it is installed

Completing the Installation 5–1

POST
Executing
POST

Apply power to the host and to the expansion box (if applicable).
The ISE, like other devices in the system, goes through a
power-on self-test (POST).
POST is executed whenever power is applied.

When POST
Succeeds

During a successful POST, the LEDs go through the following
sequence:
1. All LEDs turn on for about 5 seconds.
2. All LEDs turn off for about 10 seconds.
3. READY LEDs flash for about 25 seconds.
4. The READY LED stays on steadily; the FAULT LED stays
off.
The ISE is ready for use.

When POST
Fails

The following lists the sequence the READY and FAULT LEDs
go through when POST fails:
1. The FAULT LED stays on; the READY LED does not turn
on.
2. The FAULT and READY LEDs stay on.
Refer to Chapter 6 for troubleshooting instructions.

Starting POST

When POST begins, the first action it takes is to start the
spindle spin-up sequence. Other tests are performed while the
spindle is spinning up. When more than one ISE is on the
system, spindle spin-up is staggered (BA213 and R215F only) to
limit the starting current drawn from the power supply for this
function.

5–2 Completing the Installation

POST Errors

POST detects the following types of error conditions:
1. Controller errors — These are errors caused by the hardware
associated with the controller function of the drive module.
These errors are fatal to the operation of the ISE since the
controller cannot establish a logical connection to the host.
Controller errors cause the FAULT LED to turn on.
2. Device errors — These are errors caused by the hardware
associated with the device control function of the drive
module. These errors are not fatal since the ISE can
establish a logical connection and report the error to the
host. Device errors cause both LEDs to turn off for about 1
second, and then the FAULT LED turns on.

Resolving a
Problem

If the ISE passes POST, continue to the next section. If the
ISE fails POST, refer to Chapter 6. If the steps outlined in
the troubleshooting section fail to locate the problem, do not
complete the installation. Contact your Digital Equipment
Corporation representative for instructions on replacing the ISE.
Note
The formatted capacity of the RF73 is 2 GB. The
formatted capacity of the RF74 is 3.5 GB. If the system
uses versions of VMS earlier than V5.4, the default
parameters of the INITIALIZE command do not work.
You will receive an error stating that the cluster size
is not suitable. Until the software is upgraded to VMS
V5.5 or later, specify an explicit cluster size with the
INITIALIZE command. A cluster value of 4 or greater is
required.
For example, initialize your new RF73/RF74 with the
command line:
INIT/CLUSTER=4 $7$DIA3: NEWDISK
Likewise, if a BACKUP operation is done to the new
RF73/RF74 with VMS V5.4 or earlier, first initialize the
ISE with the VMS INITIALIZE command, then do a
BACKUP/NOINIT.

Completing the Installation 5–3

Using PARAMS
Setting ISE
Parameters

After executing the POST, you set the ISE parameters using the
local program PARAMS. The following procedures should be used
when performing an ISE installation. For further information
on the use of PARAMS, refer to the RF Series Integrated Storage
Element User Guide (EK-RF72D-UG). It contains a complete
description of the PARAMS utility.

Accessing
PARAMS

PARAMS can be accessed in one of three ways, depending on the
system you are using:

Using VMS

•

Through VMS, using the SET HOST command

•

From the console, using the SET HOST command

•

Through MDM, using the Device Resident Programs menu

To access PARAMS on a system running VMS Version 5.3-2 or
later, the command is:
$ SET HOST/DUP/SERVER=MSCP$DUP/TASK=PARAMS nodename
The nodename is the node name of the ISE.
To find the node name, type SHOW DEVICES or SHOW
CLUSTER at the $ prompt.

5–4 Completing the Installation

To create a file in your directory of what appears on the screen,
append the qualifier:
/log=filename.ext
The filename.ext is the name of the file and its extension.
Once you are in PARAMS, control is turned over to the utility.
All interaction is through the use of commands and responses.

Exiting
PARAMS

To exit PARAMS, type EXIT at the PARAMS> prompt, or press
one of the following: Ctrl/C , Ctrl/Y , or Ctrl/Z .

Using Console
Commands

Some systems allow you to access ISE local programs using
console commands. The command syntax depends on whether
your system uses a Q–bus adapter like the KFQSA module, or
an embedded adapter such as the KA640 module.

Q–bus
Adapters

To access PARAMS from a system with a Q–bus adapter, type:
>>> SET HOST/UQSSP/DUP/DISK # PARAMS
The # is the controller number of the ISE.
To find the controller number, type SHOW UQSSP at the console
prompt ( >>> ). An example of the SHOW UQSSP command is:
>>> show uqssp
UQSSP Disk Controller 0 (772150)
-DUA0 (RF31)
UQSSP Disk Controller 1 (760334)
-DUB1 (RF31)
UQSSP Disk Controller 2 (760340)
-DUC2 (RF31)
UQSSP Tape Controller 0 (774500)
-MUA0 (TK70)
>>>

Completing the Installation 5–5

Embedded
Adapters

To access PARAMS from a system with an embedded adapter,
type:
>>> SET HOST/DUP/DSSI/BUS:n # PARAMS
The n is the bus number where the ISE is located, and the # is
the DSSI node number of the ISE.
To find the DSSI bus number and node number, type SHOW
DSSI at the console ( >>> ) prompt.
To exit PARAMS, type EXIT at the PARAMS> prompt, or press
one of the following: Ctrl/C , Ctrl/Y , or Ctrl/Z .

Using MDM

If VMS or console commands are not available on your system,
you can access PARAMS through MDM using the following
procedure:
1. Boot MDM.
2. Enter the date and time.
3. Select the menus in the following order:
a. Service menu
b. Device menu
c.

KFQSAA-KFQSA subsystem menu

d. Device Utilities menu
e.

5–6 Completing the Installation

Device Resident Programs menu

When you select the Device Resident Programs menu, the
following is displayed:
RUNNING A UTILITY SERVICE TEST
To halt the test at any time and return to the previous menu,
type Ctrl/C .
KFQSAA started.
KFQSAA pass 1 test number 3 started.
Copyright 1988 Digital Equipment Corporation
Completed.
EXIT
DRVEXR
HISTRY
ERASE
DIRECT
DKUTIL
VERIFY

DRVTST
PARAMS
PRFMON

Please choose a local program or press <RETURN> to continue.

4. Type PARAMS and press Return .
5. Once you are in PARAMS, control is turned over to the
utility. All interaction is through the use of commands and
responses.
6. To exit PARAMS, type EXIT at the PARAMS> prompt, or
press one of the following: Ctrl/C , Ctrl/Y , or Ctrl/Z .
7. To exit MDM, press the Break key.

Completing the Installation 5–7

Setting the ISE Allocation Class
Overview

All DSSI ISEs are shipped with the allocation class set to 0.
To determine what allocation class you should use, first access
a different ISE on the system and then set the one you are
installing to the same allocation class.

Multihost
Systems

In multihost systems, you must assign the same allocation class
to both host systems and all connected ISEs. This allocation
class must be different from that of other systems or other
hierarchical storage controllers (HSCs) in a cluster.

Procedure

Use the following procedure to set the allocation class:
1. At the PARAMS> prompt, type SHOW ALLCLASS. The
system displays the following:
Parameter
--------ALLCLASS

Current
----------1

Default
Type
Radix
---------------- ------0
Byte
Dec B

PARAMS>

2. Make a note of the allocation class. In this example, the
allocation class has been set to 1. Exit PARAMS and return
to the root prompt (VMS, console, or MDM).
3. Access PARAMS on the newly installed ISE.

5–8 Completing the Installation

4. Type SHOW ALLCLASS. The system responds with:
Parameter
--------ALLCLASS

Current
----------0

Default
----------0

Type
Radix
------ ------Byte
Dec B

PARAMS>

5. In this example, you would type SET ALLCLASS 1. You
want to set the ISE to the same allocation class as all the
other ISEs on the DSSI bus.
6. Type SHOW ALLCLASS to check the new allocation class.
The system responds with the following display:
Parameter
--------ALLCLASS

Current
----------1

Default
----------0

Type
Radix
------ ------Byte
Dec B

PARAMS>

7. Type WRITE. The system responds with:
Changes require controller initialization, ok? [Y/ (N)]

8. Type Y to save the new allocation class value.

Completing the Installation 5–9

Setting the MSCP Unit Number
Overview

The ISE is set during manufacturing to read the DSSI node ID
as the MSCP unit number. In some cases, it may be desirable to
assign a different MSCP unit number, as in the case of a system
with more than one DSSI bus.

Procedure

When assigning a different unit number, you must also set the
FORCEUNI parameter to 0. This allows the unit number you
have set to be used. The factory setting for FORCEUNI is 1,
forcing the DSSI node ID to be used as the MSCP unit number.
The following example shows how to change the MSCP unit
number.
PARAMS> sh unitnum
Parameter Current
Default
Type
Radix
--------- ------------ ------------- --------- ----UNITNUM
5
0 Word
Dec U
PARAMS> set unitnum 21
PARAMS> sh unitnum
Parameter Current
Default
Type
Radix
--------- ------------ ------------- --------- ----UNITNUM
21
0 Word
Dec U
PARAMS> sh forceuni
Parameter Current
Default
Type
Radix
--------- ------------ ------------- --------- ----FORCEUNI
1
1 Boolean
0/1 U
PARAMS> set forceuni 0
PARAMS> sh forceuni
Parameter Current
Default
Type
Radix
--------- ------------ ------------- --------- ----FORCEUNI
0
1 Boolean
0/1 U
PARAMS> write

5–10 Completing the Installation

Setting the ISE Node Name
Overview

Setting the ISE node name is an optional step. All DSSI ISEs
come with a computer-generated node name. The user may want
to set this node name to a more recognizable character string.

Example

The following example changes the node name from the default
(R1EJAA) to the new string, SUSAN. When entering ASCII
strings, you may use single quotes, double quotes, or no quotes
at all.
PARAMS> show node
Parameter
Current
Default
Type
Radix
--------- ------------- ------------ ------- ----NODENAME
R1EJAA
RF31
String
Ascii

PARAMS> set node "susan"
PARAMS> show node
Parameter
Current
Default
Type
Radix
--------- ------------- ------------ ------- ----NODENAME
SUSAN
RF31
String
Ascii

PARAMS> write

Completing the Installation 5–11

Testing the ISE
Accessing
DRVTST

Once the ISE parameters are set, test the drive by using the
local program DRVTST. You access DRVTST the same way
you access PARAMS. Use one of the procedures outlined in
the PARAMS section of this chapter, but instead of specifying
PARAMS, specify DRVTST.

Running
DRVTST

DRVTST is a comprehensive hardware test. Once invoked, it will
prompt you to specify whether the test should be a read/write
test or a read-only test. After you specify the type of test, it will
run for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, DRVTST indicates that the
test passed or that a failure occurred.
Once the ISE has passed DRVTST, the installation is complete.
For further information on the use of DRVTST, refer to the RF
Series Integrated Storage Element User Guide (EK-RF72D-UG).
It contains a complete description of the DRVTST local program.

DRVTST
Example

The following example shows how to run DRVTST. In this
example, DRVTST is accessed through VMS on an ISE with the
node name R1EJAA.
$ set host/dup/server=mscp$dup/task=drvtst r1ejaa
The program displays the following:
Copyright © 1989 Digital Equipment Corporation
Write/read anywhere on the medium? [1=Yes/(0=No)]

5–12 Completing the Installation

You must respond to the query for the program to continue.
By typing 1 Return , you select a read/write test. DRVTST then
displays the following:
User data will be corrupted. Proceed? [1=Yes/(0=No)]
The query gives you a chance to reconsider. By typing 0 Return ,
you override your response to the first query and a read-only
test is executed. If you type 1 Return again, DRVTST begins
executing a read/write test of the ISE.
If you type 1 Return , the program displays the following message
during the test:
5 minutes to complete.
Note
You may abort the test at any time by pressing one of the
following: Ctrl/C , Ctrl/Y , or Ctrl/Z . If you abort the test, the
following informational message is displayed:
Operation aborted by user.

If DRVTST is executed successfully, the following message is
displayed:
Test passed.

Completing the Installation 5–13

Error Messages

Error
Descriptions

If an error condition is found during the execution of DRVTST,
an error message is displayed. Two types of errors are reported:
•

Soft errors that are corrected during the operation of the ISE

•

Fatal errors that prevent the ISE from functioning

The following table describes the error messages you may see
and what they mean:
Message

Description

Soft read error on head xx track yyyy.

Soft error messages indicate
that an operation succeeded,
but that the error recovery
firmware was invoked.
These messages may
indicate a forced-error flag
or correctable ECC error, or
that the read/write head was
temporarily off track. These
errors are corrected during
normal operation.

Soft write error on head xx track yyyy.
Soft compare error on head xx track
yyyy.

xxxx — Unit diagnostics failed.

This is a fatal error, where
xxxx is the MSCP error code.

xxxx — Unit read/write test failed.

This is a fatal error, where
xxxx is the MSCP error code.

Make note of any soft error messages that are displayed for
possible future reference. If you encounter a fatal error, do
not complete the installation. Contact your Digital Equipment
Corporation representative for instructions on replacing the ISE.

5–14 Completing the Installation

6
Troubleshooting Procedures
Performing Troubleshooting Procedures
In this Chapter

This chapter describes what you should do if an ISE fails to
function.

Failure
Indications

An ISE may fail during initial power up or during normal
operation. The following table describes the states of the LEDs,
what these states mean, and what actions you should take.
When . . .

It means . . .

And you . . .

The READY LED is on
and the FAULT LED is
off

The operating
condition is normal

May use the ISE.

The FAULT and
READY LEDs turn
on and stay on

The ISE is unable
to execute POST

Power down the
system, check DSSI
cable, and try again.

Neither LED turns on

Power is not
getting to the
ISE

Check power cable and
DSSI cable.

The FAULT LED turns
on and stays on

A fault condition
exists

Run DRVTST to isolate
the failure. If unable
to access DRVTST,
check DSSI node ID.

Troubleshooting Procedures 6–1

Troubleshooting
Procedure

If a failure occurs during the installation process, perform the
following checks to make sure that the failure is within the ISE:
Step

Action

Remove the outside panels from the system enclosure as
needed to access the ISE. Refer to Chapter 4 for the panel
removal procedures specific to your system enclosure.

Caution
Do not operate the ISE for more
than 10 minutes with the outside
panels removed. Overheating and
subsequent damage may result
due to changes in airflow.
2

Check to make sure the READY LED on the external
terminator is on. If it is not on, there is no power on the
DSSI bus cable. Check for a bad cable connection or a blown
fuse on the DSSI adapter module.

Power down the system.

Check for correct power cable connections to the ISEs.

Make sure the DSSI cable is connected correctly to all DSSI
ISEs and to the host adapter.

6–2 Troubleshooting Procedures

Step

Action

Make sure the ISE has the correct DSSI node ID and that
no other device on the DSSI bus has the same node ID. The
following table explains how to do this.
If . . .

Then . . .

An OCP is connected
to the ISE

Make sure the DSSI node ID plug is
correctly installed.

No OCP is connected

Check the node ID select switches
or jumpers on the drive module to
make sure they are set correctly.

Note
When the OCP is
disconnected, the ISE
defaults to no writeprotect and on line.

Make sure the terminators are correctly inserted at the
ends of the DSSI bus cable. Refer to your system or adapter
documentation for details on the DSSI bus cable and the
terminators.

Reapply power. Watch the status of the READY and FAULT
LEDs. The following table explains what you should do.
When . . .

Then . . .

Both the FAULT LED and the
READY LED are on, and then the
FAULT LED turns off

The drive is ready for
operation.

The FAULT LED stays on, or the
READY LED does not turn on, or
both LEDs stay on

The ISE is faulty.
Replace the ISE and
then complete the
installation.

Troubleshooting Procedures 6–3

Index
A
Accessing PARAMS
Using console commands, 5–5
Using MDM, 5–6
Using VMS, 5–4
Allocation class, 5–8
Multihost systems, 5–8

F
Failure indications, 6–1
FAULT LED, 3–4, 3–6, 5–2, 6–3

H
Handling precautions, 2–1, 4–9, 4–15, 4–24

BA213 enclosure, 1–7, 4–2
BA215 enclosure, 1–8, 4–13

Inspection, 2–6
Installation procedure
BA213 enclosure, 4–2
BA215 enclosure, 4–13
R215F enclosure, 4–19
ISE controls and indicators, 3–1

D
DRVTST, 5–12
DSSI
Adapter, 1–2, 5–5
Interface, 1–2
DSSI node ID plugs, 2–6, 2–7, 3–7, 3–10,
4–12, 4–16
DSSI node ID selection switch positions, 3–5
DSSI node ID switches, 3–2, 3–5

E
Embedded adapters, 5–6
Enclosures
BA213 enclosure, 1–6
BA215 enclosure, 1–8
R215F enclosure, 1–9

M
Multihost systems
Allocation class, 5–8

O
Operator control panel (OCP), 3–7, 4–12,
6–3

P
PARAMS, 5–4
Setting allocation class, 5–8
Setting ISE node name, 5–11
Setting MSCP unit number, 5–10

Index–1

Performing troubleshooting procedures, 6–1
Power-on self-test (POST), 5–2

Q
Q–bus adapters, 5–5

R
R215F enclosure, 4–19
READY LED, 3–4, 3–6, 5–2
RF31 integrated storage elements, 1–1
RF31E-SF option kit, 2–2, 2–6
RF31F integrated storage elements, 1–1
RF31F-SF option kit, 2–2, 2–6
RF35E-SF option kit, 2–6
RF35E-SF, RF36E-SF option kit, 2–2
RF36E-SF option kit, 2–6
RF72 integrated storage elements, 1–1

Index–2

RF72 ISE, 1–5
RF72E-SF option kit, 2–5, 2–6
RF73E-SF option kit, 2–6
RF74E-SF option kit, 2–6

S
Shock mounts, 2–6, 2–7, 4–7, 4–15, 4–24
Slide rails, 2–6, 2–7, 4–9, 4–15, 4–24

T
Terminator, 6–2, 6–3
Testing the ISE, 5–12
Troubleshooting procedure, 6–2

U
Unpacking, 2–1