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Document:	VAXstation 4000 Model 90 Owner's and System Installation Guide
Order Number:	EK-VAXOG-IN
Revision:	B01
Pages:	114
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VAXstation 4000 Model 90 Series
Owner’s and System Installation
Guide
Order Number: EK–VAXOG–IN. B01

Digital Equipment Corporation
Maynard, Massachusetts

First Printing, August 1992
Second Printing, March 1994
Digital Equipment Corporation makes no representations that the use of its
products in the manner described in this publication will not infringe on
existing or future patent rights, nor do the descriptions contained in this
publication imply the granting of licenses to make, use, or sell equipment or
software in accordance with the description.
© Digital Equipment Corporation March 1994. All Rights Reserved.
The postpaid Reader’s Comments form at the end of this document requests
your critical evaluation to assist in preparing future documentation.
The following are trademarks of Digital Equipment Corporation: DEC,
DECconnect, DECwindows, ThinWire, RX, VAX, VAXstation, OpenVMS, and
the DIGITAL logo.
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This document was prepared using VAX DOCUMENT Version 2.1.

Contents
Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1 Your VAXstation 4000 Model 90 System
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter Topics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Capabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overview of Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The VAXstation 4000 Model 90 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Components Shipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front of System Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Back of System Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Component Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Available Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ordering Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1–1
1–1
1–1
1–1
1–2
1–3
1–3
1–4
1–5
1–6
1–7
1–8
1–9
1–9
1–11
1–11

2 Installing Your VAXstation 4000
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter Topics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assemble the T-connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attach the Loopback and T-connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connect the Mouse and Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attach the Monitor Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recommended Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Universal Strain Relief Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2–1
2–1
2–2
2–2
2–2
2–3
2–4
2–5
2–5
2–6

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Attach the Monitor Video Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Video In/Video Out Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attach the Monitor Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Factory Installed Software Sticker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connect the System Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turn On ( | ) Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Successful Start-Up Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Putting Your System in Console Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Console Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Halt Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recording Information About Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Why Record Information? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Where to Find Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attaching the Network Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2–7
2–7
2–8
2–9
2–10
2–11
2–12
2–13
2–13
2–13
2–14
2–14
2–14
2–16

3 Connecting Your System to the Network
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter Topics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Verifying the Ethernet Subsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steps to Verify . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting to the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting to Standard Ethernet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting to ThinWire Ethernet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Verifying the Ethernet Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Verify Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing a System from ThinWire Ethernet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Caution: Follow Shutdown Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3–1
3–1
3–2
3–2
3–3
3–3
3–5
3–8
3–8
3–9
3–9
3–9

4 Using Your System
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter Topics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turning Your Workstation On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turning On the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turning On Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting Your Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turning Your System Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Enter the Boot Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reviewing Your System Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Console Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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4–1
4–1
4–2
4–2
4–2
4–2
4–2
4–3
4–3
4–3
4–3

The SHOW CONFIG Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Console Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using HELP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SHOW Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SET Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TEST Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Password Security Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Restricted Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Privileged Console Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Nonprivileged Console Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Choosing a Security Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting Your Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Enabling the Security Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disabling the Security Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Moving Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shutting Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turning Off the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Packing Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reconnecting Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4–3
4–6
4–7
4–7
4–7
4–8
4–8
4–9
4–9
4–9
4–10
4–10
4–10
4–11
4–11
4–11
4–12
4–12
4–12
4–12
4–12

5 Testing System Components
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter Topics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interpreting System Start-Up Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Start-Up Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Start-Up Display with Error Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The ID Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
and
The Faulty Component . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Error Message Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interpreting Diagnostic Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Where the Lights Are . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
What the Lights Mean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Testing System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Testing a Single Component . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Testing Several Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Testing All Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Testing All Components Simultaneously . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the System Exerciser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5–1
5–1
5–1
5–1
5–2
5–3
5–4
5–5
5–6
5–6
5–7
5–8
5–8
5–8
5–9
5–9
5–9
5–9
5–10

Interrupting the System Exerciser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Successful Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unsuccessful Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requesting a Test Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requesting No Test Summary Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
After Any Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Resuming Normal Operation After Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Two Ways to Reboot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Device Mnemonic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5–11
5–12
5–13
5–14
5–15
5–15
5–15
5–15
5–16
5–16

6 Handling Problems
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter Topics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking Cable Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shut Down the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Cable Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turn System Back On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mouse/Tablet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reporting Problems to Your Digital Service Representative . . . . .
Before You Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6–1
6–1
6–2
6–2
6–2
6–3
6–3
6–3
6–4
6–5
6–6
6–6
6–7
6–7
6–8
6–8

A Alternate Start-Up Procedures
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix Topics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the Keyboard Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turning Off Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steps to Change Keyboard Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the Default Boot Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Default Boot Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the Boot Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Short-Cut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the Default Recovery Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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A–1
A–1
A–2
A–2
A–2
A–3
A–3
A–3
A–4
A–4
A–4

Default Recovery Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing Default Recovery Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the Default Boot Flags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Who Should Set the Boot Flag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the Boot Flag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Alternate Console Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If Monitor Screen Is Blank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting a Terminal as an Alternate Console . . . . . . . . . .

A–4
A–5
A–6
A–6
A–6
A–6
A–6
A–7

B DSW21 Synchronous Communications Adapter Installation
Information for the United Kingdom
Appendix Topics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Approval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Warning Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Equipment Between the DSW21 Adapter and a Digital
Circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Equipment Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Host Power Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Module Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Approved Service Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UK Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BABT Host-Independent Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Approval Criteria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking Creepage Distances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning: Approval Invalidated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

B–1
B–1
B–1
B–2
B–2
B–2
B–3
B–3
B–4
B–4
B–5
B–5
B–6
B–7
B–7

C Model 90 System Specifications
Appendix Topics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Nonoperating Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C–1
C–2
C–2
C–2
C–3
C–4
C–4
C–4

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Index
Figures
1–1
1–2
1–3
1–4
2–1
2–2
2–3
2–4
2–5
2–6
2–7
2–8
2–9
2–10
2–11
2–12
2–13
3–1
3–2
3–3
3–4
3–5
3–6
3–7
4–1
4–2
5–1
5–2
5–3
5–4
5–5
A–1
B–1

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Your VAXstation 4000 Model 90 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front of System Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Back of System Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assembling the T-connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attaching the Loopback and T-connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting the Mouse and Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attaching the Monitor Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attaching the Universal Strain Relief Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attaching the Monitor Cable to the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attaching the Monitor Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OpenVMS Factory Installed Software Sticker . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attaching the System Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
On/Off Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Successful Start-Up Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Press Halt Button for Console Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attaching the Network Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Start-Up Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Network Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ethernet Cable in Ethernet Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adding ThinWire Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reconnecting ThinWire Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting to the DECconnect Faceplate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the T-connector from the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SHOW CONFIG Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SHOW CONFIG Display with Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Start-Up Display with Error Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diagnostic Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Successful System Exerciser Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Exerciser Display with an Error Line . . . . . . . . . . . .
Test Summary Display With Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the Keyboard Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Creepage Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1–2
1–4
1–5
1–7
2–2
2–3
2–4
2–5
2–6
2–7
2–8
2–9
2–10
2–11
2–12
2–13
2–16
3–2
3–4
3–5
3–6
3–6
3–7
3–9
4–4
4–6
5–2
5–6
5–12
5–13
5–14
A–2
B–7

Tables
1–1
1–2
1–3
2–1
2–2
4–1
4–2
4–3
4–4
4–5
4–6
4–7
4–8
4–9
5–1
5–2
5–3
5–4
5–5
6–1
6–2
6–3
6–4
6–5
6–6
A–1
A–2
B–1
B–2

B–3
C–1
C–2
C–3

Components: Front of System Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Components: Back of System Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
VAXstation 4000 Devices and Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation Steps for Your VAXstation 4000 Model 90
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Your System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Graphics Board Mnemonics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SHOW Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SET Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TEST Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Nonprivileged Console Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting Your Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Enabling the Password Security Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disabling the Password Security Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing Your Console Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ID Numbers and Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Component Numbers and Mnemonics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diagnostic Light Patterns of Common Problems . . . . . . . . . .
OpenVMS Device Mnemonic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Problems with the System Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Problems with the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Problems with the Mouse or Tablet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Problems with the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Problems with the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OpenVMS Device Mnemonic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Values for Recovery Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Module Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BABT Approved Service Specifications for the DSW21
Synchronous Communications Adapter for UK
Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clearance and Creepage Distances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Unit Dimensions (Diskless System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Component Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1–6
1–8
1–10
2–2
2–14
4–5
4–7
4–8
4–8
4–10
4–10
4–11
4–11
4–11
5–3
5–4
5–5
5–7
5–16
6–4
6–5
6–6
6–6
6–7
6–7
A–3
A–4
B–3

B–4
B–6
C–2
C–2
C–3
ix

C–4
C–5
C–6

System Storage Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
VAXstation 4000 Operating Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
VAXstation 4000 Nonoperating Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C–4
C–4
C–4

Preface

Purpose

This guide describes how to install, use, and troubleshoot the
hardware components of a VAXstation 4000 Model 90 system.
This guide also includes information on how to connect your
system to an Ethernet network.

Intended
Audience

This guide is for anyone installing and using the VAXstation
4000 Model 90 workstation.

Structure

This guide contains six chapters, three appendixes, and an index.
It is organized as follows:
•

Chapter 1 provides an overview of the Model 90 workstation.
It introduces you to some of the features and options
available.

•

Chapter 2 explains how to install the standalone system,
run system start-up tests, and record information about your
system.

•

Chapter 3 explains how to connect your system to a ThinWire
Ethernet network or to a standard Ethernet network.

•

Chapter 4 tells you how to use your system, including how
to start up and turn off your system, display the system
configuration, use commands in console mode, and how to set
up the console security feature.

•

Chapter 5 explains how to perform and interpret system
tests, and how to reboot your system after testing.

•

Chapter 6 provides basic information to help you diagnose
and solve problems.

•

Appendix A tells you how to set alternate startup procedures,
including how to reboot your system and change the default
recovery action. It also describes how to change your
keyboard language setting.

•

Appendix B includes installation information that is
applicable to the United Kingdom.

•

Appendix C provides hardware specifications for system
components.

Conventions

The following conventions are used in this guide:

Return

A key name is shown enclosed to indicate that you press a named
key on the keyboard.

Ctrl/x

A sequence such as Ctrl/x indicates that you must hold down the
key labeled Ctrl while you press another key or a pointing device
button.

bold

Bold type in examples indicates information that you must enter
at the keyboard.

italics

Italics indicate important information, a document title, or
variables.

WARNING:

Warnings contain information to prevent personal injury. Read
these carefully.

CAUTION:

Cautions provide information to prevent damage to equipment or
software. Read these carefully.

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1
Your VAXstation 4000 Model 90 System

Introduction

This chapter provides an overview of the Model 90 workstation.
It introduces you to the features and available options.

Chapter Topics

This chapter describes the VAXstation 4000 Model 90 system:
•

System Capabilities

•

System Components

•

Available Options

System Capabilities
Overview of
Features

The VAXstation 4000 workstation offers all the advantages of an
integrated computing environment based on Digital Equipment
Corporation’s VAX architecture. The Model 90 system offers the
following features:
•

Desktop computing

•

Industry-standard personal productivity tools

•

Transparent access to local or distributed applications and
resources

•

An optional DECwindows user interface that provides a
consistent, windows-style of interaction in any application

•

16, 32, 64, 80, or 128 megabytes of memory

Your VAXstation 4000 Model 90 System 1–1

System Capabilities

The VAXstation
4000 Model 90
System

•

A variety of options for increasing storage capacity, as well
as adding communications, memory, enhanced graphics, and
other capabilities to your system

•

Standard Ethernet and ThinWire Ethernet ports for
connection to a DECnet network

•

A password security feature for additional system security

Figure 1–1 shows a fully configured system.
Figure 1–1 Your VAXstation 4000 Model 90 System

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1–2 Your VAXstation 4000 Model 90 System

System Components

System Components
Components
Shipped

Listed below are the basic components of your system.
Figure 1–2 shows each component.
System unit
Monitor

Keyboard

Universal strain relief strap

System power cord

Monitor power cord

Loopback connector

Monitor video cable

One T-connector and two terminators
Network label
Mouse with mousepad
Documentation

Your VAXstation 4000 Model 90 System 1–3

System Components

System
Components

Figure 1–2 shows all the basic components of your system.
Figure 1–2 System Components

6
1
7

8
9
2

10
11

12
4
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System Components

Front of
System Unit

Figure 1–3 shows the ports, switches, and indicators on the front
of the system unit. Table 1–1 explains the function of each.
Figure 1–3 Front of System Unit

4
5
6
7

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Your VAXstation 4000 Model 90 System 1–5

System Components

Table 1–1 describes the ports, switches, and indicators on the
front of the system unit.

Front
Components

Table 1–1 Components: Front of System Unit
Number

Feature

Function

On/Off switch

Power switch for system unit
(shown in Figure 1–3 in off
(O) position).

Front door

Protects switches.

Headset jack

For audio output to
a headset. (software
controlled)

Audio speaker switch

Turns speaker on (down) and
off (up).

Halt button

Used to put the system into
console mode.

Alternate console
switch

Set to the up position to
select a terminal as an
alternate console for testing
purposes, or to the down
position to return to normal
use of the workstation
monitor.

Diagnostic lights

Show status of the system
during diagnostic tests. (See
Chapter 5.)

1–6 Your VAXstation 4000 Model 90 System

System Components

Back of System
Unit

Figure 1–4 shows the ports, switches, and indicators on the back
of the system unit. Table 1–2 explains the function of each.
Figure 1–4 Back of System Unit

5
6

3
7

4
8
9
10
11
12
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Your VAXstation 4000 Model 90 System 1–7

System Components

Table 1–2 describes the ports, switches, and indicators on the
back of the system unit.

Component
Descriptions

Table 1–2 Components: Back of System Unit
Number

Feature

Function

SCSI port

Used to connect Small
Computer System Interface
(SCSI) peripheral devices to
the system unit. Your system
comes with a SCSI terminator
pre-installed. Remove this
terminator if you attach
external options to the system
unit or expansion boxes.

Monitor video port

Used to connect the monitor
video cable.

Monitor power port

Used to connect the monitor
power cord.

System power port

Used to connect the system unit
power cord.

Remote mouse/
keyboard port

Used to connect the remote
mouse and keyboard cable.

Mouse port

Used to connect the mouse
cable.

Keyboard port

Used to connect the keyboard
cable.

Printer/
communications port
(TTA3)

Used primarily to connect a
printer or hardcopy terminal
through an RS423 cable.
OpenVMS does not support
modems on this port.

Communications/
printer port (TTA2)

Used primarily to connect an
asynchronous communications
device such as a modem,
through an RS232 cable. The
secondary use is to attach a
printer or hardcopy terminal.
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System Components

Table 1–2 (Cont.) Components: Back of System Unit
Number

Feature

Function

Standard Ethernet
port

Used to connect to a standard
Ethernet network.

Network switch

Used to select ThinWire
Ethernet or standard Ethernet
networking options. Move the
switch to the left for standard
Ethernet or right for ThinWire
Ethernet.

ThinWire Ethernet
port

Used to connect to a ThinWire
Ethernet network.

Available Options
Options

Table 1–3 lists the internal and external options for the
VAXstation 4000 Model 90. Internal options must be installed
inside the system unit or in an expansion box. External options,
including the BA46 storage expansion box and peripheral
devices, such as printers and modems, can be attached by a cable
to the system unit.

Your VAXstation 4000 Model 90 System 1–9

Available Options

An ‘‘X’’ in Table 1–3 indicates that the option can be installed in
either the system unit or an expansion box.
Table 1–3 VAXstation 4000 Devices and Options
Option

System
Unit

RZ23L, RZ24, RZ24L, RZ25 fixed disk drives

RZ56, RZ57, RZ58 fixed disk drives

Expansion
Box

RX26 diskette drive

RRD42 compact disc drive

TZK10 cartridge tape drive

TLZ06 (RDAT) cassette tape drive

TZ30 tape drive

MS44L-AA or MS44-CA memory modules

TURBOchannel option

DSW21 synchronous communications adapter

LCSPX 8-plane graphics board

SPXg 8-plane high-resolution color board

SPXgt 24-plane high-resolution board

1–10 Your VAXstation 4000 Model 90 System

Available Options

External options for the VAXstation 4000 Model 90 include:
•

Button box (programmable function keyboard)

•

Dial box

•

Floor stand

•

Headset

•

Multiple-box rack

•

Printer

•

Remote cable option

•

Tablet

Ordering
Options

Contact your Digital sales representative for more information
about ordering any of these options.

Installing
Options

To install options in the system unit, refer to the VAXstation
4000 Options Installation Guide.
To install options in the BA46 expansion box, refer to the BA46
Storage Expansion Box Owner’s Guide, which is shipped with the
expansion box.

Your VAXstation 4000 Model 90 System 1–11

2
Installing Your VAXstation 4000

Introduction

This chapter explains how to install the standalone system, run
system start-up tests, and record information about your system.

Chapter Topics

This chapter covers the following topics:
•

Installing Your System

•

Putting Your System in Console Mode

•

Recording Information About Your System

Installing Your VAXstation 4000 2–1

Installing Your System

Installing Your System
Installation
Overview

Table 2–1 lists the steps you take to install your VAXstation
4000 Model 90 system. The remaining pages in this section
explain and illustrate these steps in detail.
Table 2–1 Installation Steps for Your VAXstation 4000 Model
90 System

Assemble the
T-connector

Connect the loopback and T-connector to the system
unit.

Connect the mouse and keyboard to the system unit.

Attach the monitor cable to the system unit and the
back of the monitor.

Attach the monitor power cable to the system unit and
the back of the monitor.

Connect the system power cord to the system unit and a
power outlet.

Follow the arrows in Figure 2–1 to assemble the T-connector.
Figure 2–1 Assembling the T-connector

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Installing Your System

Attach the
Loopback and
T-connector

Follow Figure 2–2 to attach the loopback connector
and
the T-connector . Turn the T-connector to the right after you
connect it to the system unit.

Figure 2–2 Attaching the Loopback and T-connector

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Installing Your VAXstation 4000 2–3

Installing Your System

Connect the
Mouse and
Keyboard

Follow Figure 2–3 to connect the mouse cable
keyboard cable
to the system unit.

and the

Figure 2–3 Connecting the Mouse and Keyboard

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Installing Your System

Attach the
Monitor Cables

Follow Figure 2–4 to attach the monitor video cable
and the
monitor power cord
to the system unit. Make sure you align
the connectors in the monitor video cable; the alignment for the
LCSPX connector is opposite of the alignment for the SPXg and
SPXgt connectors.

Figure 2–4 Attaching the Monitor Cable

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Recommended
Power Source

Digital recommends the system unit as the power source for the
monitor power cable. If you need a longer cable, order the remote
cable kit, described in the VAXstation 4000 Options Installation
Guide.

Installing Your VAXstation 4000 2–5

Installing Your System

Universal Strain
Relief Strap

Follow Figure 2–5 to attach the notched end of the universal
strain relief strap
to the green (G) BNC connector
on the
monitor video cable, and the other end under the cable junction
block . This strap reduces strain on the video cables.

Figure 2–5 Attaching the Universal Strain Relief Strap
2

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G
B

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Installing Your System

Attach the
Monitor Video
Cable

Follow Figure 2–6 to attach the BNC connectors of the monitor
video cable to the back of the monitor.
Monochrome monitor: Section
of Figure 2–6 shows the back
of a monochrome monitor. Attach only the middle cable.
Color monitor: Section
of Figure 2–6 shows the back of a
color monitor. Attach from left to right, the red, green, and blue
cables.

Figure 2–6 Attaching the Monitor Cable to the Monitor

G
G

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Video In/Video
Out Connectors

If your monitor has Video In and Video Out connectors, connect
the cable to the Video In connector.

Installing Your VAXstation 4000 2–7

Installing Your System

Attach the
Monitor Power
Cord

Follow Figure 2–7 to attach the monitor power cord
back of the monitor.

to the

Figure 2–7 Attaching the Monitor Power Cord

1
R
G
B

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Installing Your System

Factory
Installed
Software
Sticker

A yellow sticker covering the power connection on the back
of your system unit indicates that you have OpenVMS factory
installed software. (If you do not have a sticker, the configuration
you ordered did not support factory installed software.) Remove
the sticker shown in Figure 2–8 before you go to the next step.
Figure 2–8 OpenVMS Factory Installed Software Sticker
Attention:

If this system contains a hard disk with preinstalled
software, see installation guide before booting system.

Attention:

Si ce systeme est equipe d’un disque dur contenant des
logiciels pre-installes, se referer au manuel d’installation
avant de lancer le systeme.

Achtung:

Wenn dieses System
mit einer Festplatte mit vorinstallierter
..
Software ausgerustet ist, dann lesen Sie die
installationsanleitung, bevor Sie das System laden.

Attenzione: Se questo sistema contiene un disco rigido con software
preinstallato, consultare il manuale di installazione prima di
avviare il sistema.
Atencion:

Si este sistema contiene un disco duro con software
preinstalado, vease el manual de instalacion antes de arrancar
el sistema.
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See VMS Factory Installed Software for VAXstation 4000
Workstations, shipped with your system, for more information
about factory installed software.

Installing Your VAXstation 4000 2–9

Installing Your System

Connect the
System Power
Cord

Follow Figure 2–9 to attach the system power cord to the back
of the system unit. Plug the other end of the system power cord
into a power outlet.
Figure 2–9 Attaching the System Power Cord

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This completes the system installation. If you are installing
an expansion box, or other external options, complete those
installations before turning on your system and running system
start-up tests.

2–10 Installing Your VAXstation 4000

Installing Your System

Turn On ( | )
Your System

Monitor: Turn on your monitor first. See your monitor guide for
details about monitor features.
System Unit: Press the On/Off switch
as shown in Figure 2–10.

to the on ( | ) position,

Figure 2–10 On/Off Switch
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You should hear a series of beeps, and see the diagnostic lights
illuminate. They indicate that the system is being tested.

Installing Your VAXstation 4000 2–11

Installing Your System

As each system test completes, the status bar
fills. The more
memory you have, the longer the start-up tests take. When all
tests complete, without errors, the status bar fills completely, and
the console prompt (>>>)
displays, as shown in Figure 2–11.

Successful
Start-Up
Display

Figure 2–11 Successful Start-Up Display
1

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2
3
4

OK
>>>

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CPU type and firmware version number
Ethernet hardware address

Memory size
For more information about system start-up tests refer to
Chapter 5.

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Putting Your System in Console Mode

Putting Your System in Console Mode
Console Mode

In console mode, your system is controlled by the console
subsystem, rather than the operating system. Your system
enters console mode before the operating system has been
started, or whenever the operating system is interrupted, for
example, when the halt button is pressed.

Halt Button

If the status bar successfully fills, and the console prompt (>>>)
does not display on your screen, open the door on the front of the
system unit and press the halt button, as shown in Figure 2–12.
The console prompt should appear.
Figure 2–12 Press Halt Button for Console Mode

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See Using the Password Security Feature in Chapter 4 to set up
the console security feature.

Installing Your VAXstation 4000 2–13

Recording Information About Your System

Recording Information About Your System
Why Record
Information?

It is helpful to record specific system information in case you
need to provide information to your system manager or your
Digital service representative.

Where to Find
Information

Table 2–2 shows examples of the system information you should
record for future reference.
Table 2–2 Your System Information
How to find the
information

Information

Example

Date of installation

DEC-08-92

Record this on
installation day.

Serial number

AB226048OT

Read from the label
on the rear of the
system unit.

Model number

VS49K-CF

Read from the label
on the rear of the
system unit.

Ethernet hardware
address

08-00-2B-04-03-12

Enter the SHOW
ETHERNET
command and press
the Return key at
the console prompt
( >>> ).

CPU type and
firmware version
number

KA49-A Vn.n

Enter the SHOW
CONFIG command
and press the Return
key at the console
prompt ( >>> ). Then
read the first line of
the display.
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Recording Information About Your System

Table 2–2 (Cont.) Your System Information
How to find the
information

Information

Example

Error line

??001 9 NI 0172

Enter the SHOW
CONFIG command
and press the Return
key at the console
prompt ( >>> ).

SCSI ID 0

RZ24

Enter the SHOW
CONFIG command
and press the Return
key at the console
prompt ( >>> ).
(See line 10, under
DEVNBR)

SCSI ID 1

RZ24L

Same as above

SCSI ID 2

RZ25

Same as above

SCSI ID 3

RZ2x

Same as above

SCSI ID 4

RRD42

Same as above

SCSI ID 5

TZK10, RX26, or
TLZ06

Same as above

SCSI ID 6

INITR

Same as above

SCSI ID 7

(any device)

Same as above

Installing Your VAXstation 4000 2–15

Recording Information About Your System

Attaching the
Network Label

Record your Ethernet hardware address and your system node
name on the network label.
Open the door on the front of your system and attach the
network label, as shown in Figure 2–13.
Figure 2–13 Attaching the Network Label

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3
Connecting Your System to the Network

Introduction

This chapter explains how to connect your system to a ThinWire
Ethernet network and to a standard Ethernet network.

Chapter Topics

After installing your system, you are ready to connect to the
network. This chapter covers the following network connection
tasks:
•

Verifying the Ethernet Subsystem

•

Connecting to the Network

•

Verifying the Ethernet Connection

•

Removing a System from ThinWire Ethernet

Connecting Your System to the Network 3–1

Verifying the Ethernet Subsystem

Verifying the Ethernet Subsystem
Steps to Verify

Before connecting to a network, you need to verify that the
Ethernet subsystem (the Ethernet controller chip on the system
board) is operating properly by following these steps:
1. Turn on ( | ) your system. The light on the back of the
Ethernet loopback connector should come on. The start-up
display, shown in Figure 3–1, appears on the screen.
Figure 3–1 Start-Up Display

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OK
>>>

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If the console prompt (>>>) does not appear on your screen,
press the halt button.

3–2 Connecting Your System to the Network

Verifying the Ethernet Subsystem

2. Enter the following command at the console prompt:
>>> TEST NI

Return

When the status bar fills and the message OK displays on
the screen, the system’s Ethernet subsystem is working and
verification is complete.
If the screen displays a pair of question marks (??), there is an
error. For more information about the error, see Interpreting
System Start-Up Displays in Chapter 5.

Connecting to the Network
Connecting
to Standard
Ethernet

Follow these steps to connect your system to the standard
Ethernet network:
1. If the console prompt is not on your screen, press the halt
button.
2. Turn off (O) the system unit.
3. Move the network switch (

of Figure 3–2) to the left.

4. Remove the Ethernet loopback connector and store it for
future diagnostic testing.

Connecting Your System to the Network 3–3

Connecting to the Network

Figure 3–2 Network Switch

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5. Connect the standard Ethernet cable to the standard
Ethernet port on the back of the system unit, as shown in
Figure 3–3.

3–4 Connecting Your System to the Network

Connecting to the Network

Figure 3–3 Ethernet Cable in Ethernet Port

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6. Move the sliding lock on the port to the left to secure the
connection.
7. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the network
outlet.

Connecting
to ThinWire
Ethernet

Follow these steps to connect your system to the ThinWire
Ethernet network:
1. Move the network switch to the right (see Figure 3–2) for the
location of the switch.
2. Remove the T-connector from the system unit.
3. Remove one or both terminators from the T-connector: If
your workstation is the last one on the ThinWire cable,
you need to leave one terminator attached to terminate the
network connection. Otherwise, remove both.

Connecting Your System to the Network 3–5

Connecting to the Network

4. Add the ThinWire cable to the T-connector in place of the
terminators, as shown in Figure 3–4.
Figure 3–4 Adding ThinWire Cable

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5. Reconnect the T-connector to the ThinWire Ethernet port on
the back of the system unit, as shown in Figure 3–5.
Figure 3–5 Reconnecting ThinWire Cable

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3–6 Connecting Your System to the Network

Connecting to the Network

6. Attach one end of the ThinWire Ethernet cable to the
DECconnect faceplate, on the wall, as shown in Figure 3–6.
Figure 3–6 Connecting to the DECconnect Faceplate

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7. Check that the T-connector at the other end of the ThinWire
cable is firmly attached to the ThinWire port on the back of
your system unit.

Connecting Your System to the Network 3–7

Verifying the Ethernet Connection

Verifying the Ethernet Connection
Verify
Command

Follow these steps to verify your Ethernet connection:
1. Turn on ( | ) your system.
2. Enter the following command at the console prompt:
>>> TEST NI

Return

When the status bar fills and the message OK displays on
the screen, the system’s Ethernet subsystem is working and
verification is complete.
If the screen displays a pair of question marks (??), there is an
error. See Interpreting System Start-Up Displays in Chapter 5.

3–8 Connecting Your System to the Network

Removing a System from ThinWire Ethernet

Removing a System from ThinWire Ethernet
Caution:
Follow
Shutdown
Procedures

Removal Steps

Follow these steps to remove your system from ThinWire
Ethernet:
1. Turn off (O) the system unit.
2. Disconnect the center of the T-connector directly from the
back of the system unit. Figure 3–7 shows the correct way to
remove a T-connector from an inactive ThinWire segment.
3. Reattach the terminators to the T-connector and reconnect
the T-connector to the system unit.
Figure 3–7 Removing the T-connector from the System

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Connecting Your System to the Network 3–9

4
Using Your System

Introduction

After you install your system, you are ready to use your system.
This chapter explains how to turn your system off and on,
display the system configuration, use commands in console mode,
and set the password security feature.

Chapter Topics

This chapter covers the following tasks:
•

Turning Your Workstation On and Off

•

Starting Your System

•

Reviewing Your System Configuration

•

Using Console Commands

•

Using the Password Security Feature

•

Moving Your System

Using Your System 4–1

Turning Your Workstation On and Off

Turning Your Workstation On and Off
Turning On the
Monitor

Turn on ( | ) the monitor with the monitor On/Off switch. The
monitor power does not turn on when the system unit is turned
on.

Turning On
Your System

Turn on your other equipment in the following order:
1. Printer and modem
2. Storage and expansion boxes
3. System unit

Adjusting Your
Monitor

Adjust the brightness and contrast on your monitor to the level
most comfortable to you. For more information, refer to your
monitor documentation.

Turning Your
System Off

Before halting or turning off your system, see the operating
system documentation for shutdown procedures. If your system
is part of a networked work group, do not turn off, halt, or
restart the system without notifying work group members.
1. Halt the system by pressing the halt button behind the door
on the front of the system unit.
2. Turn off your equipment in the following order:
a. System unit
b. Storage and expansion boxes
c.

All peripherals, such as printers and modems

d. Turn off (O) the monitor with the monitor On/Off switch.
The monitor power does not turn off when the system
unit is turned off.)

4–2 Using Your System

Starting Your System

Starting Your System
Enter the Boot
Command

If your workstation has an internal disk drive, and has the boot
device set, you can run the OpenVMS factory installed software
by entering the following command at the console prompt (>>>):
>>> BOOT

Return

The OpenVMS factory installed software asks you to confirm
the system time and date and to enter password information.
Follow the instructions as they appear on the screen. When the
factory installed software completes, your system will display the
operating system user interface. For additional help see VMS
Factory Installed Software for VAXstation 4000 Workstations.

Reviewing Your System Configuration
Console Mode

Once your operating system display appears on the screen, you
are in program mode. To review your system configuration, you
will need to enter console mode by pressing the halt button.
When you press the halt button, your system enters console
mode and the console prompt (>>>) displays on the screen.

The SHOW
CONFIG
Command

At the console prompt, you can enter the SHOW CONFIG
command to access information about your system components,
such as memory size and SCSI IDs. Figure 4–1 shows a sample
of the SHOW CONFIG command and the resulting display.
The text that follows explains each line in the SHOW CONFIG
display.

Using Your System 4–3

Reviewing Your System Configuration

Figure 4–1 SHOW CONFIG Display
1

>>> SHOW CONFIG

KA49-A Vn.n
08-00-2B-0A-7D-CB
32MB

3
4

DEVNBR
-----1
2

DEVNAM
-----NVR
LCSPX

3
4
5

DZ
CACHE
MEM

6
7
8
9
10

FPU
IT
SYS
NI
SCSI

11
12
13

AUD
COMM
TCA

6
7

INFO
-------------------------------OK
OK
Highres 8 Plane 4Mpixel FB-Vn.n
OK
OK
OK
32MB 0A,0B,0C,0D=16MB, 1E,1F,1G,1H=16MB
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
0-RZ24
5-RZ25
6-INITR
OK
OK
OK
OPT PRS V1.0

>>>
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CPU type and firmware version number
Ethernet hardware address

System memory size in megabytes

Column headings for lists of device numbers (DEVNBR)
and device names (DEVNAM). The INFO column indicates
whether or not a particular device is functioning properly
and gives other status information.
The graphics line shows the type of graphics board installed
in the system. Table 4–1 explains the graphics board
mnemonics.

4–4 Using Your System

Reviewing Your System Configuration

Table 4–1 Graphics Board Mnemonics
Mnemonic

Meaning

LCSPX

High resolution, color,8-plane

SP3D

High resolution, color, 8- or 24-plane, 3-D

The memory line displays the total number of megabytes of
memory installed in the eight memory slots. It also lists the
type of memory board in each 4-board set.
Lines in the INFO column give information for a particular
device. If a device is functioning properly, the message
OK appears next to the device mnemonic. If not, an error
message appears in the form of two question marks (??).
The SCSI line gives information for each SCSI device
installed: the SCSI ID number and the type of SCSI device.

Using Your System 4–5

Reviewing Your System Configuration

Problems with a particular device are indicated by a pair of
question marks (??) in the column next to the mnemonic of the
device or system component, as shown in Figure 4–2.

Error Messages

Figure 4–2 SHOW CONFIG Display with Error

>>> SHOW CONFIG
KA49-A Vn.n
08-00-2B-0A-7D-CB
32MB

2
3

DEVNBR
-----1
2

DEVNAM
-----NVR
LCSPX

3
4
5

DZ
CACHE
MEM

6
7
8
9
10

FPU
IT
SYS
NI
SCSI

11
12
13

AUD
COMM
TCA

INFO
-------------------------------OK
OK
Highres 8 Plane 4Mpixel FB-Vn.n
OK
OK
OK
32MB 0A,0B,0C,0D=16MB, 1E,1F,1G,1H=16MB
OK
OK
OK
?? 001 0172
OK
0-RZ24
5-RZ25
6-INITR
OK
OK
OK
OPT PRS V1.0

>>>
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Error indicator
ID number of failed device

Error number
See the section Troubleshooting System Components in
Chapter 6 for probable causes and solutions to problems.

4–6 Using Your System

Using Console Commands

Using Console Commands
The commands that you enter at the console prompt (>>>) let
you display information about your system, as well as set and
test certain components.

Using HELP

To see a list of the console commands, enter HELP at the console
prompt (>>>) and press the Return key.

SHOW
Commands

Table 4–2 lists the information you can display with each SHOW
command.
Table 4–2 SHOW Commands
If you want to know:

Enter this command:

The default boot flag

SHOW BFLG

The default boot device

SHOW BOOT

The system configuration

SHOW CONFIG

The boot devices available

SHOW DEVICE

Extended error information

SHOW ERROR

The status of system exerciser tests

SHOW ESTAT

The hardware Ethernet address

SHOW ETHER

Which default startup tests to perform

SHOW FBOOT

The system’s default recovery action

SHOW HALT

The keyboard language selected

SHOW KBD

How much memory your system has

SHOW MEM

If the password enable bit is on

SHOW PSE

The SCSI bus host ID number

SHOW SCSI

Using Your System 4–7

Using Console Commands

SET
Commands

Table 4–3 lists the function of each SET command.
Table 4–3 SET Commands

TEST
Commands

To set this feature:

Enter this command:

Set boot flags

SET BFLG

Define the boot device

SET BOOT

Set the recovery action

SET HALT

Select the keyboard language

SET KBD

Enable the password bit

SET PSE

Enable the password security feature

SET PSWE

Set the SCSI bus host ID number

SET SCSI

Table 4–4 list the tests you can run using each TEST command.
Table 4–4 TEST Commands

4–8 Using Your System

To run this test:

Enter this command:

Self-test on sound chip

TEST AUD

Self-test on cache

TEST CACHE

Self-test on serial line controller

TEST DZ

Self-test on floating point unit

TEST FPU

Self-test on interval timer

TEST IT

Self-test on graphics option

TEST LCSPX or SP3D

Self-test on system memory

TEST MEM

Self-test on network interface

TEST NI

Self-test on nonvolatile RAM

TEST NVR

Self-test on device controller

TEST SCSI

Self-test on interrupt controller
and Ethernet ID ROM

TEST SYS

System exerciser

TEST 100

Using the Password Security Feature

Using the Password Security Feature
Restricted
Access

In normal operation, console mode ( >>> ) allows all console
operator privileges, such as HALT, SET, DEPOSIT, and
EXAMINE.
Some companies require that direct access to memory and kernel
system operation be restricted to authorized personnel only. To
implement this restricted access, a password security feature
is available for console access and operation. With this feature
certain console commands, called privileged commands, are
accessible only to users possessing the correct password, which
enables the security feature.

Privileged
Console
Commands

The privileged console commands are:
BOOT (with parameters)
DEPOSIT
EXAMINE
FIND
HALT
INITIALIZE
LOAD
MICROSTEP
NEXT
REPEAT
SET
SHOW
START
UNJAM
X
@
Privileged console commands also include any commands that
modify memory and registers, or that transfer control of the CPU
from the console monitor to another program such as BOOT or
START.

Using Your System 4–9

Using the Password Security Feature

Nonprivileged
Console
Commands

The console commands listed in Table 4–5 are accessible without
access to privileged mode.
Table 4–5 Nonprivileged Console Commands
LOGIN

Allows password entry to the privileged
state.

BOOT
(no parameters)

Allows you to boot from the default boot
device.

CONTINUE

Allows continued operations in a
nonprivileged mode if you inadvertently
push the halt button.

Allows comment text that will not be acted
on by the system.

Choosing
a Security
Password

Your system arrives from the factory with the password security
feature disabled. If you want to use this feature, choose a string
of exactly 16 hexadecimal characters (0 through 9, A through F),
and store your password in a secure place.

Setting Your
Password

Follow the instructions in Table 4–6 to set your password.
Table 4–6 Setting Your Password
Step

You enter:

System displays:

SET PSWD

your password
(No screen echo)

PSWD0>>>
PSWD2>>>

your password
(No screen echo)

>>>

Note: If the password you enter is incorrect, your system
displays: ?34 ILL PSWD. Return to step 1.
Your password is preserved in nonvolatile memory, which means
that the password is saved even if the system unit power is
turned off.

4–10 Using Your System

Using the Password Security Feature

Enabling
the Security
Feature

After you enter and confirm the password, you must enable the
password security feature as described in Table 4–7.
Table 4–7 Enabling the Password Security Feature
Step

You enter:

System displays:

SET PSE 1

>>>
PSWD0>>>

your password
(No screen echo)

>>>

Note: If the password you enter is incorrect, your system
displays: ?34 ILL PSWD. Return to step 2.

Disabling
the Security
Feature

To disable the password security feature, enable the security
feature and follow the instructions in Table 4–8.
Table 4–8 Disabling the Password Security Feature

Changing the
Password

Step

You enter:

System displays:

SET PSE 0

PSE=00000000

To change the password, enable the security feature and follow
the instructions in Table 4–9.
Table 4–9 Changing Your Console Password
Step

You enter:

System displays:

SET PSWD

old password

new password

PSWD0>>>
PSWD1>>>
PSWD2>>>

new password

>>>

Your password is now preserved. If the password you enter
is incorrect, your system displays: ?34 ILL PSWD. Return to
step 1. If you forget your password, call your Digital service
representative.

Using Your System 4–11

Moving Your System

Moving Your System
Shutting Down

See the operating system documentation for shutdown
procedures. If your system is part of a networked work group, do
not turn off, halt, or restart the system without notifying work
group members.
Take the following steps to repack the system to move it to
another location:
1. Shut down the operating system.
2. Halt the system by pressing the halt button behind the door
on the front of the system unit.
3. Turn off the system unit.
4. Turn off (O) the equipment in the following order:
a. System unit
b. Expansion boxes
c.

All peripheral devices such as printers and modems

d. Monitor

Turning Off the
Monitor

Turn off (O) the monitor with the monitor On/Off switch. The
monitor power does not turn off when the system unit is turned
off.

Packing
Material

If you saved the original packaging material when you first
unpacked the system, reuse that material to pack the equipment
for the move.
If you did not save the original packing material, be sure the
equipment is packed securely in heavy boxes and wrapped in
material that will prevent breakage.

Reconnecting
Your System

4–12 Using Your System

After you move the system, connect all device cables to the
system unit before connecting any device or the system unit to
the power outlets. (See Chapter 2.)

5
Testing System Components

Introduction

A variety of tests can be run on your system to verify that the
components are working properly and to identify the source
of any problems. This chapter explains how to perform and
interpret the results of system tests and how to reboot your
system after testing.

Chapter Topics

This chapter covers the following topics:
•

Interpreting System Start-Up Displays

•

Interpreting Diagnostic Lights

•

Testing System Components

•

Resuming Normal Operation After Testing

Interpreting System Start-Up Displays
Start-Up
Display

Every time you turn on your system, it runs start-up tests that
display important information.
These tests check the components in your system and fill a
status bar on the monitor screen (see Figure 5–1.) When the
status bar fills completely, and the system prompt (>>>) displays,
you know the tests were successful.

Testing System Components 5–1

Interpreting System Start-Up Displays

If there is a problem, the start-up test display shows an error
message. Figure 5–1 shows the elements in a start-up display
containing an error message.

Start-Up
Display with
Error Message

Figure 5–1 Start-Up Display with Error Message

KA49-A Vn.n
08-00-2B-04-03-12
32MB

??001

0172

2
3
4

?84 FAIL

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ID number
Component number

Component mnemonic

Error message number

5–2 Testing System Components

Interpreting System Start-Up Displays

Use the following tables to understand each piece of an error
message.

The ID
Number

See Table 5–1 to identify the ID number of the part that your
Digital service representative needs to replace.
Table 5–1 ID Numbers and Definitions
ID Number

Definition

001

System board

002

Keyboard

003

Mouse

004

Monitor

010–019

Graphics option

020–029

Communications option

030–039

Bus adapters

040–047

Memory boards: 040 is slot 0A, 041 is slot 1E, and so
on

100–170

SCSI controller: 100 is SCSI ID #0, 110 is SCSI ID #1,
and so on

Testing System Components 5–3

Interpreting System Start-Up Displays

and
The error message contains a component number
component mnemonic , which identify the faulty device or
component in your system. Table 5–2 explains what the numbers
and mnemonics mean.

and
The Faulty
Component

Table 5–2 Component Numbers and Mnemonics
Component
Number

Component
Mnemonic

NVR

Nonvolatile random access
memory (RAM)

LCSPX or SP3D

Graphics coprocessor

Serial line controller

CACHE

High-speed memory

MEM

Memory

FPU

Floating point unit

Interval timer

SYS

Miscellaneous system board
hardware

Network interface

SCSI

SCSI controller

AUD

Sound chip

COMM

Communications device

TCA

TURBOchannel option

5–4 Testing System Components

Component

Interpreting System Start-Up Displays

The Error
Message
Number

Table 5–3 explains some common error message numbers you
may see when you turn on your system or run a test. If you see
other messages that you do not understand, call your Digital
service representative.
Table 5–3 Error Messages
Error
Message
Number

Meaning

Action

0012

Battery check test has failed.

Plug your system in and
try start-up again after
24 hours.

0030

There is no loopback
connector.

Be sure the loopback
connector is securely
installed.

0062

LK401 keyboard test has
failed.

Unplug and replug
your keyboard, then try
again.

0166

The SCSI terminator is not
secure.

Secure the SCSI
terminator.

0172

The T-connector or Ethernet
loopback connector is not
secure or is not installed.

Secure or install the Tconnector and loopback.
Check all network
cables.

If an error persists, enter the SHOW ERROR command
to display a coded explanation. Call your Digital service
representative to report the code.

Testing System Components 5–5

Interpreting Diagnostic Lights

Interpreting Diagnostic Lights
Where the
Lights Are

The diagnostic lights on the front of the system unit indicate
the status of the system as it is powering up. After the power is
turned on but before any commands are entered, the lights are
all on. After all tests have run successfully, all lights are off.
There are eight recessed diagnostic lights on the front of your
system unit, as shown in Figure 5–2.
Figure 5–2 Diagnostic Lights

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5–6 Testing System Components

Interpreting Diagnostic Lights

What the Lights
Mean

Diagnostic lights that remain on after system tests are complete
indicate an error. Table 5–4 lists some common errors indicated
by the diagnostic light patterns. In these patterns, X=on and
O=off.
Table 5–4 Diagnostic Light Patterns of Common Problems
Pattern
7654 3210

Meaning

OOXO OOOX

The LCSPX video RAM (random access
memory) test failed.

OOXO OXXO

The LCSPX virtual address test failed.

OOXX OXOX

The LK401 test failed.

OOXX OXXO

The mouse test failed.

OXOX OOOO

The memory byte mask test failed.

XOOX OOOX

The network address test failed.

XOOX XOXO

The loopback test failed.

XOXO OXOX

The SCSI minimal device test failed.

XOOX XOOX

The ThinWire terminator is not properly
connected.

Testing System Components 5–7

Testing System Components

Testing System Components
Testing a Single
Component

To test a particular device or component in your system, follow
these steps:
1. Use Table 5–2 to find the number or mnemonic for the device
or component you want to test.
2. Before halting or turning off your system, see the operating
system documentation for shutdown procedures. If your
system is part of a networked work group, do not turn off,
halt, or restart the system without notifying work group
members.
3. Put the system in console mode (>>>) by pressing the halt
button behind the door on the front of the system unit.
4. Enter TEST followed by a space and either the number or
mnemonic of the device or component to be tested; then press
the Return key.

Example

For example, to test nonvolatile random access memory (RAM),
enter:
>>> TEST NVR

Return

or
>>> TEST 1

Return

At first, the system displays an unfilled status bar. As the test
runs, the status bar fills. When the test is successful, the status
bar fills completely and the console prompt displays.

5–8 Testing System Components

Testing System Components

Testing Several
Components

If you want to test a consecutive series of devices or components,
enter TEST followed by the first and last numbers or mnemonics
of the series separated by a colon, and press the Return key.

Example

For example, to test the first five components listed in Table 5–2,
enter:
>>> TEST NVR:MEM

Return

or
>>> TEST 1:5

Return

A single empty bar displays and fills in as each test runs.
If a device or component fails the test, an error message line
displays. See Table 5–3 for a list of common error messages.

Testing All
Components

If you change the system configuration, test all devices and
components by entering one of the following commands:
>>>TEST 1:11

Return

or
>>>TEST NVR:AUD

Testing All
Components
Simultaneously

Return

The system exerciser, which resides in the read-only memory
(ROM), is a tool that simultaneously tests the internal and
external devices and components, except for sound chips.
The test takes several minutes to complete, depending on the
number of SCSI devices. It does not write on any medium.

Testing System Components 5–9

Testing System Components

Using the
System
Exerciser

To use the system exerciser, follow these steps:
1. To test a drive, insert media in the SCSI devices on your
system that support removable media. For example:
•

If your system has an RRD42 compact disc drive, insert a
disc.

•

If your system has a TZK10 tape drive, insert a TZK10
tape cartridge.

•

If your system has a TLZ06 tape drive, insert a TLZ06
tape cartridge.

•

If your system has an RX26 diskette drive, insert a
formatted diskette.
If the diskette is not formatted, the test will fail. To
format the diskette, enter the following command:
>>> INIT/DENSITY=xx

Return

Where xx represents:
ED (Extra density)
DD (Double density)
HD (High density)
The diskette in the drive must match the density that
you specify with the INIT command. If you have a
diskette that is different from what you specify in the
command, the command fails and the following message
displays:
Invalid media format
2. Before halting or turning off your system, see the operating
system documentation for shutdown procedures. If your
system is part of a networked work group, do not turn off,
halt, or restart the system without notifying work group
members.
3. Put the system in console mode by pressing the halt button
behind the front door of the system unit.
4. Enter the following command:
>>> TEST 100

5–10 Testing System Components

Return

Testing System Components

Interrupting
the System
Exerciser

If you interrupt the system exerciser with a CTRL/C , the sytem
displays a question that asks if you want to review the tests
that were run until the interrupt (1= yes), or exit the test (0= no
review).
When you return to the console prompt, enter the following
UNJAM command:
>>> U

Return

If you do not enter the UNJAM command after a system
exerciser interrupt, you will get an error message when you try
to run more tests.

Testing System Components 5–11

Testing System Components

Figure 5–3 shows a successful system exerciser test. As testing
progresses, each status bar fills.

Successful Test

Figure 5–3 Successful System Exerciser Test

>>> TEST 100

KA49

Vn.n

System Test CU

00 00:02:00.03

4
5

LCSPX

MEM

SCSI

>>>

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Elapsed time
User environment

Firmware version number

Component number

Component mnemonic
Status bar

5–12 Testing System Components

Testing System Components

Figure 5–4 shows a system exerciser display with an error line
for component number 10, the SCSI controller.

Unsuccessful
Test

Figure 5–4 System Exerciser Display with an Error Line
>>> TEST 100
KA49

Vn.n

System Test CU

LCSPX

MEM

SCSI

00 00:02:00.03

3
??

130

0098

0 00:01:06

4
1

>>>
5
6
7
MLO-008098

Error line
Component number

Error indicator

Component mnemonic

ID of failed device

Error code
Time of failure

If you see any error messages in the system exerciser display,
write down the firmware version number and the error number
and call your Digital service representative for assistance.

Testing System Components 5–13

Testing System Components

When the test finishes, the system exerciser displays the
following question, asking if you want to see a summary display
of the system test:

Requesting a
Test Summary

SYT_DISPLY_SMRY (’1’ = Y)
If you answer 1 (yes), the system displays a test summary. The
summary, shown in Figure 5–5, always begins with the graphics
device. To see the display of each subsequent device, press the
Return key.
Figure 5–5 Test Summary Display With Error

**********FST ext_errpt 21cg 0:00:02:03**********
LCSPX error summary - Pass count = 00000005
---------------------------------------------------------error code
06A 010 0003
checker board
address
expect
read
---------------------------------------------------------vram error
main mem error
----------------------------------------------------------

2
3
4

MLO-008497

Error location (two lines)
Drive number

Test expected to read this code

Test actually read this code

5–14 Testing System Components

Testing System Components

Requesting No
Test Summary
Display

If you answer 0 (no), a display similar to the following is shown
after a few minutes:
?06 HLT INST
PC=00003C17 PSL=00000000
>>>
This display tells you that the test has halted and the system
has returned you to the console prompt ( >>> ).

After Any
Testing

When you complete any diagnostic test, enter the UNJAM
command, as follows:
>>> U

Return

Resuming Normal Operation After Testing
Two Ways to
Reboot

While you are running any of the tests or procedures in this
chapter, you are in console mode. To resume normal operation
of the system, you must reenter program mode. There are two
ways to enter program mode:
1. Enter BOOT at the console prompt (>>>) and press the
Return key. The system searches each device in turn for the
operating system software.
If you set the boot device using the SET BOOT command,
the system goes directly to the device set as the default boot
device.
2. Enter BOOT followed by a space and one of the OpenVMS
device mnemonics listed in Table 5–5.

Testing System Components 5–15

Resuming Normal Operation After Testing

Device
Mnemonic

Table 5–5 OpenVMS Device Mnemonic
Device and Location

OpenVMS Device
Mnemonic

Fixed disk in system unit or
expansion box (SCSI ID 0–7)

DKAx001

Mass storage on remote system

EZA0:

Tape (SCSI ID 0–7)

MKAx001

1 x = the SCSI ID for a particular device.

Example

For example, to boot the system software immediately from the
fixed disk at SCSI ID 3, enter:
>>> BOOT DKA300

Return

Depending on which boot device you use, after a short time,
you will see a DECwindows window or the OpenVMS username
prompt.
See Appendix A for information on setting your system
parameters.

5–16 Testing System Components

6
Handling Problems

Introduction

If you should encounter a problem with your system, use the
information in this chapter to diagnose and solve the problem.

Chapter Topics

This chapter explains the following procedures:
•

Checking Cable Connections

•

Troubleshooting System Components

•

Reporting Problems to Your Digital Service Representative

Handling Problems 6–1

Checking Cable Connections

Checking Cable Connections
Shut Down the
System

To check all the cable connections, follow these steps:
1. Refer to your operating system documentation for shutdown
procedures before turning off your system and peripheral
devices. Failure to meet this requirement can cause loss of
user data or system failure.
2. Turn off (O) the system unit.
3. Turn off (O) all expansion boxes and all peripheral devices
such as printers and modems.
4. Turn off (O) the monitor using the monitor On/Off switch.
The monitor power does not turn off when the system unit is
turned off.

Check Cable
Connections

Check that the following cables are securely connected at both
ends:
•

Monitor video cable

•

Monitor power cord

•

System unit power cord

•

Expansion box connector cable and SCSI bus terminator

•

Expansion box power cord

•

Keyboard cable (the end at the system unit only)

•

Mouse/tablet cable (the end at the system unit only)

•

Network cables (Loopback, T-Connector, Terminators)

At this point, all equipment should be turned off.

6–2 Handling Problems

Checking Cable Connections

Turn System
Back On

Turn the equipment back on ( | ) in the following order:
•

Monitor

•

Peripheral devices (printers, modems)

•

Storage expansion box

•

System unit

Adjust the brightness and contrast on your monitor.
If you still have a problem, refer to the following troubleshooting
tables.

Troubleshooting System Components
Troubleshooting
Overview

Use the information in the following tables to diagnose a
problem and determine a solution. Check the symptom column
first to locate the problem you are experiencing and then try the
solutions suggested in the last column.

Handling Problems 6–3

Troubleshooting System Components

System Unit

Table 6–1 provides information for solving system unit
problems.

Table 6–1 Problems with the System Unit
Symptom

Possible Cause

Suggested Solution

System unit fan is off.

Power cord is not
connected.

Check the power cord connections at both
ends.

Wall outlet may not be
working.

Try a different outlet or try an electrical
device that you know works in that
outlet.

Power cord is faulty.

Replace the power cord.

Power supply or fan has
failed.

Contact your Digital service
representative.

Start-up display contains
an error message.

A module or internal
cable may not be
properly installed, or
may be defective.

Check the seating of modules and cables
depending on the fault indicated by the
error message. (See the VAXstation 4000
Options Installation Guide.)

System does not boot.

Your software is not
installed.

See your software documentation for
installation instructions.

Default recovery action
is set to halt.

Change the default recovery action to
boot the system from the system disk.
See Appendix A.

Software problem.

Contact your Digital service
representative.

6–4 Handling Problems

Troubleshooting System Components

Monitor

Table 6–2 lists suggestions for solving monitor problems.

Table 6–2 Problems with the Monitor
Symptom

Possible Cause

Suggested Solution

Start-up display does not
appear after 2 minutes.

Monitor is not turned on.

Check the monitor On/Off switch; be sure
it is on ( | ).

Power cord is not
connected.

Check that the monitor power cord is
connected at both ends.

Monitor video cable is
not connected.

Check that the monitor video cable is
connected at both ends.

Monitor brightness and
contrast controls are set
too low for the screen
display to be seen.

Adjust the monitor brightness and
contrast controls. If necessary, refer to
your monitor guide for more information.

Alternate console switch
is in the wrong position.

Turn off the power. Change the alternate
console switch to the down (off) position.
Use a small pointed object to set the
switch, but do not use a pencil; the
graphite will damage the switch. See
Appendix A for more information. Turn
the power back on.

Monitor is defective.

Contact your Digital service
representative, or turn to Appendix A for
instructions on testing with an alternate
console.

Monitor screen is frozen.

Press Ctrl/F2 to restore screen.

Handling Problems 6–5

Troubleshooting System Components

Mouse/Tablet

Table 6–3 lists suggestions for solving problems with your mouse
or tablet.

Table 6–3 Problems with the Mouse or Tablet
Symptom

Possible Cause

Suggested Solution

Mouse or optional
tablet pointer does
not appear on screen,
or monitor does not
respond to pointing
device commands.

CTRL F3 was pressed
by mistake, and system
pointer mode is off.

Press CTRL F3 again to restart the
pointer mode.

Pointing device cable is
installed incorrectly or is
loose.

Turn off the system. Disconnect and then
reconnect the cable to reset the device.

The system is in console
mode; no pointer appears
on the screen.

Change the system to program mode by
entering BOOT at the console prompt
( >>> ).

Pointing device is faulty.

Replace the pointing device, or call your
Digital service representative.

Keyboard

Table 6–4 lists suggestions for solving keyboard problems.

Table 6–4 Problems with the Keyboard
Symptom

Possible Cause

Suggested Solution

Keys do not work.

Hold Screen key is active
(the Hold Screen light is
on).

Press the Hold Screen key to release the
hold on the screen.

Keyboard cable is loose
or not connected.

Check the keyboard cable connection to
the system unit.

Keyboard has failed.

Replace the keyboard. If the problem
persists, contact your Digital service
representative.

CTRL F2 was pressed to
enter console mode.

Unplug the keyboard and reconnect it.

6–6 Handling Problems

Troubleshooting System Components

Network

Table 6–5 lists suggestions for solving network problems.

Table 6–5 Problems with the Network
Symptom

Possible Cause

Suggested Solution

NI error message is
displayed when testing
Ethernet.

Network switch is not
set properly.

Check that the network switch is in
the correct position, left for standard
Ethernet, and right for ThinWire
Ethernet.
If you are not using Ethernet, move
the network switch to the left, toward
standard Ethernet.

Audio

No ThinWire T-connector
with terminators, or
standard Ethernet
loopback connector was
installed.

Attach a ThinWire T-connector with
terminators or standard Ethernet
loopback connector, or replace the
ThinWire terminator with an active
network cable.

Terminator is missing
from network.

If you remove a ThinWire cable, replace
it with a terminator and retest the
Ethernet.

Cable connection is loose.

Check that all connections on the
Ethernet segment are secure. If the
problem persists, contact your Digital
service representative.

Table 6–6 lists suggestions for handling audio problems.

Table 6–6 Audio Problems
Symptom

Possible Cause

Suggested Solution

No audio tone (beep)
sounds when the system
is turned on.

Audio speaker switch is
in the up (off) position.

Move the switch to the down (on)
position. If the problem persists, contact
your Digital service representative.

Handling Problems 6–7

Reporting Problems to Your Digital Service Representative

Reporting Problems to Your Digital Service Representative
Before You Call

If you followed the corrective actions described in this chapter yet
continue to have problems with your system, take the following
steps before you call your Digital service representative:
1. Write down the serial and model numbers of your system
to give to your Digital service representative. You will find
these numbers behind the door on the front of the system
unit or on the rear panel of the system unit.
For example, Model number: VS49K–CF, and Serial number:
AB226048OT.
2. Make notes about the state of your system when the problem
occurred.
3. Be prepared to read information from the screen and to enter
commands at the keyboard while you talk to your Digital
service representative.
4. Your Digital service representative may ask you which lights
are on. Eight recessed diagnostic lights on the front of the
system unit come on when you turn on the system, as shown
in Figure 5–2. Write down the status of these lights.

6–8 Handling Problems

A
Alternate Start-Up Procedures

Introduction

This appendix explains how to set alternate start-up procedures,
including how to reboot your system and change the default
recovery action. It also explains how to change your keyboard
language setting.

Appendix
Topics

This appendix covers the following procedures:
•

Changing the Keyboard Language

•

Setting the Default Boot Device

•

Changing the Default Recovery Action

•

Setting the Default Boot Flags

•

Using the Alternate Console Feature

Alternate Start-Up Procedures A–1

Changing the Keyboard Language

Changing the Keyboard Language
Turning Off
Your System

Steps to
Change
Keyboard
Language

To operate your system in a different language, you need to
change the language of your keyboard as follows:
1. Put the system in console mode by pressing the halt button
behind the door on the front of the system unit.
2. At the console prompt ( >>> ), enter SET KBD and press the
Return key. The Keyboard Language Menu and the selected
default display, as shown in Figure A–1.
Figure A–1 Changing the Keyboard Language

>>> SET KBD
0) Dansk
1) Deutsch
2) Deutsch (Schweiz)
3) English
4) English (British/Irish)
5) Espanol
6) Francais
7) Francais (Canadien)

8) Francais (Suisse Romande)
9) Italiano
10) Nederlands
11) Norsk
12) Portugues
13) Suomi
14) Svenska
15) Vlaams

3 >>>

MLO-008096

3. Select a language from the menu. For example, to change
from English (3) to Italian (9), enter 9 at the console prompt
and press the Return key.

A–2 Alternate Start-Up Procedures

Setting the Default Boot Device

Setting the Default Boot Device
The Default
Boot Device

When your system arrives from the factory, it is set to boot from
a particular disk drive, which is the default boot device.
You can change the default boot device to any of the devices
listed in Table A–1, but the operating system software must
reside on that device. Table A–1 shows the OpenVMS device
mnemonics assigned to each of the possible devices.
Table A–1 OpenVMS Device Mnemonic
Device and Location

OpenVMS Device
Mnemonic

Fixed disk in system unit or
expansion box (SCSI ID 0–7)

DKAx001

Mass storage on remote system

EZA0:

Tape (SCSI ID 0–7)

MKAx001

1 x = the SCSI ID for a particular device.

Changing the
Boot Device

Before halting or turning off your system, see the operating
system documentation for shutdown procedures. If your system
is part of a networked group, do not turn off, halt, or restart the
system without notifying work group members.
To reset the default boot device, follow these steps:
1. Put the system in console mode by pressing the halt button
behind the door on the front of the system unit.
2. At the console prompt ( >>> ), enter SET BOOT and the
OpenVMS device name of the boot device where the software
will reside, then press the Return key.

Alternate Start-Up Procedures A–3

Setting the Default Boot Device

For example, to set the boot device to be the fixed disk at SCSI
ID 3 in the system unit, enter:

Example

>>> SET BOOT DKA300

Short-Cut

Return

If you are powering your system off and on frequently, you
may want to shorten the time required for the boot process.
The following command shortens the time for the self-test, but
remember that the amount of time depends partly on the amount
of memory you have on the system:
>>> SET FBOOT 1

Return

Changing the Default Recovery Action
Default
Recovery
Options

The default recovery action is the system’s automatic response
when you turn on the system or after the system recovers from
an operating system software failure.
The options you have for setting this default recovery action are
listed and explained in Table A–2.

Table A–2 Values for Recovery Action
Halt
Value

Recovery Action

Result

Action

Automatic restart

After system failure, the
operating system restarts. If
that fails, the system reboots.

None

Automatic reboot

The system halts and then
the operating system software
reboots.

None

Automatic halt

The system halts after start-up,
and the console prompt displays.

Enter BOOT1

1 Enter BOOT or BOOT plus the OpenVMS device mnemonic for the device where the operating system

software resides.

A–4 Alternate Start-Up Procedures

Changing the Default Recovery Action

Changing
Default
Recovery
Action

Before halting or turning off your system, see the operating
system documentation for shutdown procedures. If your system
is part of a networked group, do not turn off, halt, or restart the
system without notifying work group members.
To change the default recovery action, follow these steps:
1. Put the system in console mode by pressing the halt button
behind the front door of the system unit.
2. At the console prompt ( >>> ), enter the following:
SHOW HALT

Return

The value for the current default recovery action is displayed
as follows:
>>> HALT 00000001
3. Enter a new default recovery value from those listed in
Table A–2. In the following example, the new default
recovery value is 2, which automatically reboots the
operating system software after a system failure:
>>> SET HALT 2

Return

Alternate Start-Up Procedures A–5

Setting the Default Boot Flags

Setting the Default Boot Flags
Who Should
Set the Boot
Flag

The SET BFLG (boot flag) command lets you define parameters
that the system will use each time it boots. This command
should be used only by developers and other technical users who
need and understand its capabilities. Most users will not need to
change the boot flag setting.

Setting the
Boot Flag

Default boot flags should be preset for the operating system
installed on your system. Consult the VAXstation 4000 Model
90 Service Information for the default boot flag number (a
hexadecimal number of up to 8 characters).
Before halting or turning off your system, see the operating
system documentation for shutdown procedures. If your system
is part of a networked group, do not turn off, halt, or restart the
system without notifying work group members.
To reset the default boot flags:
1. Put the system in console mode by pressing the halt button
behind the front door of the system unit.
2. At the console prompt, enter:
>>> SET BFLG new_default-bootflag-number

Return

Using the Alternate Console Feature
If Monitor
Screen Is Blank

If your monitor is not functioning, you can use the alternate
console feature to run tests. By connecting a terminal to the
printer/communications port, you can run tests on the graphics
board or use the system exerciser to determine the cause of the
monitor problem.

A–6 Alternate Start-Up Procedures

Using the Alternate Console Feature

Connecting a
Terminal as
an Alternate
Console

To connect a terminal, follow these steps:
1. Halt the system by pressing the halt button behind the front
door of the system unit.
2. Turn off (O) the system unit.
3. Move the alternate console switch behind the door on the
front of the system unit to the up (on) position using a small
pointed object. (Do not use a pencil; the graphite will damage
the switch.)
When the switch is in the up position, the terminal functions
as an alternate console. The printer/communications serial
port is now a terminal port.
4. Attach one end of an RS423 serial cable to the printer/
communications port on the back of the system unit and
the other end of the serial cable to the serial port on the
alternate console terminal.
5. Turn on ( | ) the terminal.
6. Check the baud rate of the terminal, which should be set to
9600 baud. See your terminal documentation for additional
information on adjusting the baud rate.
7. Turn on ( | ) the system unit.
8. Adjust the brightness and contrast on your terminal.
9. If the console prompt (>>>) does not appear on the alternate
console screen, press the Break key on the alternate console
terminal keyboard.
If it still does not appear, call your Digital service
representative.

Alternate Start-Up Procedures A–7

B
DSW21 Synchronous Communications
Adapter Installation Information for the
United Kingdom

Appendix
Topics

This appendix includes installation information required for the
United Kingdom only. It covers the following topics:
•

Cables

•

Equipment Between the DSW21 Adapter and a Digital
Circuit

•

Host Power Rating

•

Approved Service Specifications

•

BABT Host-Independent Approvals

Cables
Approval

The DSW21 Synchronous Communications Adapter is approved
for direct connection to a particular digital circuit. This approval
includes an interconnecting cable with mating connectors that
conform to the British standard BS6623, parts 1 and 4. If the
adapter is connected to the service with anything other than its
own approved cables, those cables must benefit from relevant
general approval NS/G/1235/100009 and/or conform with any
other application requirements.

DSW21 Synchronous Communications Adapter Installation Information for the United Kingdom B–1

Cables

Safety Warning
Conditions

The port indicated by the label "SAFETY WARNING: See
Instructions for Use" does not provide sufficient isolation to
satisfy the requirements of the relevant parts of standard
BS6301. Any product connected to this port must meet one of
the following conditions:
•

Be covered by the general approval NS/G/1234/J/100003

•

Have been approved to the relevant parts of standard
BS6301

•

Have previously been evaluated against British Telecom
(Post Office) Technical Guide 2 or 26 and given permission to
attach

Any other use of this product invalidates approval.
Direct or indirect interconnection of the port marked "SAFETY
WARNING: See Instructions for Use" as indicated above,
whether the ports are marked or not, may produce hazardous
conditions on the network. You should obtain advice from an
engineer before making such a connection.

Equipment Between the DSW21 Adapter and a Digital Circuit
Equipment
Requirements

If any other equipment, including cables or wiring, is to be
connected between the DSW21 Synchronous Communications
Adapter and any digital Postal Telephone and Telegraph (PTT)
circuit, that equipment must conform as follows:
•

The overall transmission characteristics of all other
equipment must not have any material effect on the
electrical conditions between the equipment and the digital
circuit.

B–2 DSW21 Synchronous Communications Adapter Installation Information for the United Kingdom

Equipment Between the DSW21 Adapter and a Digital Circuit

•

All other equipment must comprise only the following:
Approval, which may be subject to limitations on its use,
for the purpose of connection between it and a particular
digital circuit.
Cable or wiring that complies with the standard
installation code for the equipment or other requirements
that may be applicable.

Host Power Rating
Module Power

Since the host and the approved equipment are proprietary to
Digital Equipment Corporation, Digital controls the power source
and sink ratings. All available host enclosures have the power
capacity to supply all module permutations.
Digital has designed all permutations of the host configuration to
operate within the limits of the host power rating, as shown in
Table B–1.
Table B–1 Module Power
Parameter

Minimum

Type

Maximum Units

Power consumption

–

6.7

8.01

Current at
each DC
voltage

.60
.12
.08

.75
.15
.10

+5 V
+12 V
-12 V

Watts
Amperes
Amperes
Amperes

DSW21 Synchronous Communications Adapter Installation Information for the United Kingdom B–3

Approved Service Specifications

Approved Service Specifications
UK Compliance

Table B–2 lists the British Approvals Board for
Telecommunications (BABT) service specifications for UK
compliance. Note the following relative to this table:
•

The total length of cable must not exceed 27 feet (823 cm).

•

Use only cables that have been approved for the DSW21
Synchronous Communications Adapter. You can use other
approved cables if they conform to the NS/G/1235/100009
standard and any other special requirements.

Table B–2 BABT Approved Service Specifications for the DSW21 Synchronous
Communications Adapter for UK Compliance
Service
Category
1

Interface
Type
X.21bis

Service Requirements
Physical

Electrical

V.24/V.28

ISO 2110,
BS.6623:
part1, 1985

Data Rate

Public Telecomm
Operators1
BT

Hull

MCL

2400 bps
4800 bps
9600 bps
19200 bps

Yes
Yes
Yes
No

Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes

48K bps
56K bps
64K bps

Yes
Yes
No

Yes
No
No

Yes
Yes
Yes

Approved adapter cable:
BC19V-02
Approved extension cable:
BC22F-25 (25 feet, 762
cm)
2

X.21bis

V.35

ISO 2593,
BS.6623:
part4, 1986

Approved adapter cable:
BC19X-02
Approved extension cable:
BC19L-25 (25 feet, 762
cm)
1 BT — British Telecommunications plc.

Hull — Kingston Communications (Hull) plc.
MCL — Mercury Communications Limited.

B–4 DSW21 Synchronous Communications Adapter Installation Information for the United Kingdom

BABT Host-Independent Approvals

BABT Host-Independent Approvals
Approval
Criteria

When the DSW21 Synchronous Communications Adapter is
approved by BABT, it can be installed only in an approved
host with approved attachments. For approval, the host and
attachments must be either of the following:
•

Type-approved for the DSW21
In other words, the equipment is built exactly as the models
that were originally approved.

•

Marked with or supplied with a statement that the host is
supplied under General Approval Number NS/G/1234/
J/100003. This requirement applies to equipment supplied
after 1st March 1989.

Exceptions are the 64-pin connector that plugs into the host’s
expansion slot, and clearance and creepage distances listed in
Table B–3.

DSW21 Synchronous Communications Adapter Installation Information for the United Kingdom B–5

BABT Host-Independent Approvals

Clearance

Table B–3 lists the clearance and creepage distances that
must be maintained between the DSW21 Synchronous
Communications Adapter and other parts of the host, including
other expansion cards. Also listed are creepage distances,
which apply when you install the DSW21 in a controlled
environment.
Table B–3 Clearance and Creepage Distances
Clearance
X mm

Creepage
Y mm

Voltage Used or Generated by Other
Parts of the Host or Expansion Card
Vrms or Vdc

2.0

2.4 (3.8)1

Up to 50

2.6

3.0 (4.8)

Up to 125

4.0

5.0 (8.0)

Up to 250

4.0

6.4 (10.0)

Up to 300

1 The distances shown in parentheses apply in an uncontrolled environment
where heat, humidity, and temperature may fluctuate.

B–6 DSW21 Synchronous Communications Adapter Installation Information for the United Kingdom

BABT Host-Independent Approvals

Checking
Creepage
Distances

You can check creepage distances by measuring the distance
between adjacent parts, as shown in Figure B–1, where:
X

Indicates the clearance distance, that is, the shortest
distance in air between two points.

Indicates the creepage path between the same two points,
that is, the continuous path along the surface.

Figure B–1 Creepage Distance

Adjacent
part of
host

Soldered
Component
Soldered
Component

DSW21
Adapter

Adjacent
Expansion
Card
MLO-008164

If in doubt, you should seek the advice of a telecommunications
safety engineer.

Warning:
Approval
Invalidated

Failure to install the DSW21 Synchronous Communications
Adapter in accordance with these instructions will invalidate the
approval.

DSW21 Synchronous Communications Adapter Installation Information for the United Kingdom B–7

C
Model 90 System Specifications

Appendix
Topics

This appendix lists the following VAXstation 4000 Model 90
system hardware specifications:
•

Dimensions

•

Electrical

•

Storage

•

Operating conditions

•

Nonoperating conditions

Model 90 System Specifications C–1

System Specifications

System Specifications
Dimensions

Table C–1 lists the dimensions of the VAXstation 4000 system
unit.
Table C–1 System Unit Dimensions (Diskless System)

Electrical
Specifications

Weight

Height

Width

Depth

4½ kg

10.9 cm

48.2 cm

40 cm

(10 lb)

(4.3 in)

(19.0 in)

(15½ in)

Table C–2 lists the electrical specifications for the VAXstation
4000 system.
Table C–2 System Electrical Specifications
Input voltage

Automatically adjusting AC input from
100–120 VAC to 220–240 VAC

Frequency range

47 to 63 Hz

Watts

286 maximum, with no monitor
465 maximum, with monitor

C–2 Model 90 System Specifications

System Specifications

General
Specifications

Table C–3 lists the specifications of the VAXstation 4000 system
components.
Table C–3 System Component Specifications
Component

Description

Processor

KA49 CPU

DRAM

16-MB minimum, 128-MB maximum
(no on-board memory)

ROM memory

512 KB flash programmable

Optional fixed disks

One or two 209-MB, or 426-MB integral
3½-inch fixed disks

Optional RX26 diskette drive

4-MB 3½-inch diskette drive

Optional RRD42 compact disc

600-MB 5¼-inch compact disc drive

Optional TZK10

525-MB, 5¼-inch quarter-inch cartridge
(QIC) tape drive

Optional TLZ06

4.0-GB, 5¼-inch cartridge tape drive

Optional expansion boxes

BA46 storage expansion box or the
BA42 storage expansion box

Interfaces

1 SCSI port, 1 ThinWire Ethernet port,
1 standard Ethernet port, and serial
ports such as printer/communications,
communications/printer, synchronous
communications, and TURBOchannel

Model 90 System Specifications C–3

System Specifications

Storage
Specifications

Table C–4 lists the environmental specifications for the
VAXstation 4000 system.
Table C–4 System Storage Specifications

Operating
Conditions

Temperature range

5°C to 50°C (41°F to 122°F)

Relative humidity

10% to 95% (noncondensing)

Altitude

0 to 2400 m (0 to 8000 ft)

Maximum wet bulb temperature

32°C (90°F)

Minimum dew point

2°C (36°F)

Table C–5 lists the operating conditions for the VAXstation 4000
system.
Table C–5 VAXstation 4000 Operating Conditions

Nonoperating
Conditions

Temperature range

15°C to 32°C (59°F to 90°F)

Temperature change rate

11°C/hr (52°F/hr) maximum

Relative humidity

20%–80% (noncondensing)

Altitude

2400 m (8000 ft)

Maximum wet bulb temperature

28°C (82°F)

Minimum dew point

2°C (36°F)

Table C–6 lists the nonoperating conditions for the VAXstation
4000 system.
Table C–6 VAXstation 4000 Nonoperating Conditions
Temperature range

–40°C to 66°C (–40°F to 151°F)

Relative humidity

95% @ 66°C (151°F) (may
condense)

Altitude

4900 m (16,000 ft)

Maximum wet bulb temperature

28°C (82°F)

Minimum dew point

2°C (36°F)

C–4 Model 90 System Specifications

Index
A
Alternate console
setting the baud rate, A–7
switch location, 1–6
using, A–6
Alternate start-up procedures
setting, A–1 to A–6
Audio speaker switch
function of, 1–6

B
Beeps
during system start-up, 2–11
BOOT command, 5–15, A–4
after running tests, 5–15
automatic, A–3
Boot devices
changing, A–3
names of, A–3
Boot flags
setting default, A–6

C
Cables
monitor, attaching (fig.), 2–5
power, monitor (fig.), 2–8
troubleshooting, 6–2
Commands
BOOT, 5–15, A–3
diagnostic, 4–8
HELP, 4–7

Commands (cont’d)
privileged, 4–9
SET, 4–8
SHOW, 4–7
TEST, 4–8
Communications/printer port
function of, 1–8
Components
identifying faulty, 5–1
shipped (fig.), 1–4
Configuration
full system (fig.), 1–2
Console mode
getting help, 4–7
security feature, 4–9
Conventions
used in this guide, xii

D
DECconnect faceplate
connecting to (fig.), 3–7
Default boot devices
changing, A–3
names of, A–3
Default boot flags
setting, A–6
Default recovery action
setting, A–4
Device testing, 5–8
Devices
available (tab.), 1–10
Diagnostic lights
for a ThinWire error, 5–6

Index–1

Diagnostics
commands, 4–8
self tests, 5–12
start-up, 5–1
system exerciser, 5–9
tests, 5–8
Digital service representative, 6–8
DKAx00 device, 5–15, A–3

ID numbers
of system components, 5–3

Error messages
in the system exerciser display, 5–13
start-up display, 5–7
Ethernet
connecting the Standard cable (fig.), 3–5
connecting the ThinWire cable (fig.), 3–6
network verification, 3–8
subsystem verification, 3–2
Expansion box
booting from a fixed disk in, 5–16, A–3
EZA0 device, 5–15, A–3

Keyboard
changing language, A–2
connecting (fig.), 2–4
Keyboard port
function of, 1–8

F
Factory installed software sticker
figure of, 2–9
function of, 2–9
Fan
troubleshooting, 6–3
Features, 1–1
Fixed disks
as default boot device, 5–15, A–3
boot device names, A–3

H
Halt button, 5–7
function of, 1–6
Halt recovery action, A–4
Hardware address
logging, 2–14
Hardware specifications
electrical, C–2
environmental, C–4
system unit, C–1

Index–2

Headset jack
function of, 1–6
HELP command, 4–7

L
Languages
changing, A–2
Lights
diagnostic, 5–6
troubleshooting, 5–6
Loopback connector
attaching (fig.), 2–3
figure of, 1–3

M
MKAx00 device, 5–15, A–3
Mnemonics
for components, 5–4
graphics board (tab.), 4–5
Monitor
troubleshooting, 6–3
Monitor cable
attaching (fig.), 2–5
Monitor power cord
attaching (fig.), 2–8
ordering a longer, 2–5
Monitor power port
function of, 1–8
Monitor video cable
attaching (fig.), 2–7
figure of, 1–3

Monitor video port
function of, 1–8
Mouse
connecting (fig.), 2–4
Mouse port
function of, 1–8

N
Network
connecting to, 3–2
label, attaching (fig.), 2–16
troubleshooting, 6–7
Network switch
function of, 1–9
Node
logging, 2–14

O
On/off switch
location of, 1–6
OpenVMS operating system
See also Operating system
boot device names, 5–15, A–3
Operating system software
boot device names, 5–15, A–3
Options
available (tab.), 1–10
confirming installation, 5–1
installing, 1–11
ordering, 1–11

P
Password
changing, 4–11
setting, 4–10
Password security feature
disabling, 4–11
enabling, 4–11
Power cord
for monitor (fig.), 1–3
for system (fig.), 1–3
system, attaching (fig.), 2–10

Power-up
See Start-up
Privileged console commands, 4–9
Problem solving
system exerciser, 5–9
Problems
identifying, 5–7
reporting, 6–8
troubleshooting table, 6–3

R
Reboot recovery action, A–4
Remote booting
boot device name, 5–15, A–3
Remote mouse/keyboard port
function of, 1–8
Reporting problems, 6–8
Restarting your system, 5–15
RRD42 compact disc drive
boot device name, 5–15

S
SCSI devices
boot names, A–3
SCSI IDs
default setup, A–3
SCSI port
function of, 1–8
Self-tests
commands for, 5–8
restarting after, 5–15
system exerciser, 5–12
Service, 6–8
SET BFLG command, A–6
SET commands, 4–8
SET FBOOT command, A–4
SET HALT command, A–4
SET KBD command, A–2
SHOW commands, 4–7
SHOW CONFIG
line descriptions, 4–4
screen display with error (fig.), 4–6

Index–3

Specifications, C–1
electrical, C–2
environmental, C–4
system, C–3
Standard Ethernet
connecting (fig.), 3–5
port function, 1–9
Start-up
error messages, 5–7
screen display (fig.), 3–2
successful test display, 5–9
system exerciser, 5–12
tests, 5–1
troubleshooting, 6–3
Start-up display
mnemonics, 5–4
Status bar
at start-up, 5–1
Sticker
for factory installed software (fig.), 2–9
System
address label, 2–16
features, 1–1
turning off, 6–2
turning on, 6–3
System exerciser
display example, 5–12
restarting after running, 5–15
successful test, 5–11
test with errors, 5–15
testing media, 5–9
System power cord
attaching (fig.), 2–10
System power port
function of, 1–8
System unit
diagnostic lights, 5–6
dimensions, C–2
environmental specifications, C–4
front view (fig.), 1–5
hardware specifications, C–1
rear view (fig.), 1–7
troubleshooting, 6–3

Index–4

T
T-connector
assembling (fig.), 2–2
attaching (fig.), 2–3
removing (fig.), 3–9
Tape drives
boot device name, 5–15, A–3
TEST 100 command, 5–10
TEST command, 4–8
ThinWire Ethernet
connecting (fig.), 3–6
improper connection error, 5–6
port function, 1–9
removing, 3–9
Troubleshooting
lights (LEDs), 5–6
monitor, 6–3
self-tests, 5–7
start-up error messages, 5–7
system exerciser, 5–9
system unit, 6–3
Turning off the system
sequence for, 6–2
Turning on the system
sequence for, 6–3

U
Universal strain relief strap
attaching (fig.), 2–6
figure of, 1–3

V
Video in/Video out connectors
using, 2–7
VMS
See OpenVMS

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