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VAXserver 4000 Series Systems
VS30U Graphic Upgrade
Addendum
Order Number EK-VS30U-AD.001

Digital Equipment Corporation

First edition, May 1991
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Contents
About This Manual
1

VS30U Graphic Upgrade

1.1
Planning the Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.1.1
Software Backup and Operating System Shutdown . . . . . .
1.1.2
Guidelines for Module Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.1.3
Recommended Module Order . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.1.4
Checking System Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2
Installing the VCB02 Module Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2.1
VAXserver 4000 Model 300 Firmware System Revision
Verification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2.2
VAXserver 4000 Model 300 ROM System Replacement . . .
1.3
Relocating Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.4
Installing a VS30U Graphics Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.4.1
Configuring the VCB02 Module Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.4.2
Installing Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.5
Installing the Monitor, Keyboard, and Mouse . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Bus Grant Continuity Path (BA430 Enclosure) . . . . . . . . . . .
BA440 Configuration Worksheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BA430 Configuration Worksheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
KA670 CPU Module - Component Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Releasing Quarter-Turn Captive Screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing a Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EMI and EOS Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
VCB02 Module Cabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting the Cables to the VR299 Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Tables
1–1
1–2

ROM Kit Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CSR Settings for the VCB02 (Switchpack E4) . . . . . . . . . . . .

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About This Manual
This manual is an addendum to the Microsystems Graphics Upgrade
Installation Guide. The addendum describes how to install the VS30U
option into a VAXserver 4000 that has either a BA440 or BA430 enclosure.
To install the VS30U option, you will need to refer to the following
documentation: the Microsystems Graphic Upgrade Installation Guide
and the BA430/BA440 Enclosure Maintenance Guide.
If you have a VAXserver 4000 in a BA2xx enclosure, follow the upgrade
procedures in Chapter 3 of the Microsystems Graphics Upgrade
Installation Guide.

Organization
This addendum contains one chapter, VS30U Graphic Upgrade, which
describes how to:
•

Plan the upgrade.

•

Remove and install modules with covers.

•

Configure new modules.

•

Perform ROM replacement.

Intended Audience
This document is for Digital Customer Services personnel only.

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Tools and Equipment
The following table lists the tools and equipment you need to install the
VS30U option:
Item

Part Number

Customer Services tool kit (United States)

29-26109-00

Customer Services tool kit (European)

29-26106-00

Antistatic kit

29-26246-00

Related Documents
The following documents can be ordered from Digital:
Document

Order Number

Microsystems Graphic Upgrade Installation Guide

EK-GPXUP-IN

BA430/BA440 Enclosure Maintenance Guide

EK-348AA-MG

KA660 CPU System Maintenance Guide

EK-398AA-MM

KA670 CPU System Maintenance Guide

EK-347AB-MG

Digital personnel may order the documents from:
Digital Equipment Corporation
444 Whitney Street
Northboro, MA 01532
Attn: Publishing and Circulation Services (NRO2-2)
Order Processing Section

About This Manual vii

Conventions
This document uses the following conventions:
Convention

Meaning

NOTE

Provides general information.

CAUTION

Provides information that prevents damage to
equipment and software.

P/N

Part number.

Return

Key names appear in a box.

bold text

Bold text represents user input.

1
VS30U Graphic Upgrade
1.1 Planning the Upgrade
This section explains how to plan the upgrade. The information in this
section includes the following:
•

Software backup and operating system shutdown

•

Guidelines for module placement

•

Recommended module order

•

Checking system limitations

1.1.1 Software Backup and Operating System Shutdown
It is the customer’s responsibility to perform a software backup and to
shut down the operating system software before you begin the upgrade.

1.1.2 Guidelines for Module Placement
The information in this section includes the following:
•

Guidelines for placing modules in the backplane

•

Bus grant continuity

•

Power supply (H7847)

Bus Grant Continuity
Bus grant signals pass through each installed module through row A of
each slot. Figure 1–1 shows the path of the bus grant signals in a BA430
enclosure.
NOTE
There are only seven Q-bus slots contained in the BA440
enclosure.
1

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Q-bus Slots
12

B
Rows
C

LJ-00706-TI0

Figure 1–1

Bus Grant Continuity Path (BA430 Enclosure)

To ensure the continuity of the path, use grant continuity cards (M9047)
in empty backplane slots. It is not necessary to install grant continuity
cards in empty slots beyond the last module in the backplane.
Power Supply (H7847)
Refer to the BA430/BA440 Enclosure Maintenance manual for
information about the H7847 power supply.

1.1.3 Recommended Module Order
The module order in the backplane depends on four factors:
1. The relative use of modules in the system
2. The expected performance of each module relative to other modules
3. The ability of a module to tolerate delays between bus requests and
bus grants (delay tolerance)
4. The tendency of a module to prevent modules farther from the CPU
from accessing the bus

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To achieve maximum performance of the customer’s system, place the
modules in the backplane in the proper order. Refer to the following
documentation for proper placement of the modules:
•

KA660 CPU System Maintenance Guide

•

KA670 CPU System Maintenance Guide

1.1.4 Checking System Limitations
To check system limitations, follow these procedures:
1. Make a copy of a configuration worksheet; copy either Figure 1–2 or
Figure 1–3, depending on which configuration you are working on,
and record all modules and mass storage devices on the configuration
worksheets.
Use Table 1-2 in the Microsystems Graphics Upgrade Installation
Guide to obtain the values for current, power, and I/O panel inserts
for each module and device.
2. Add the columns on the worksheets and compare each column total
with the must not exceed value listed beneath it. The total must be
lower than this value.
If the values exceed those allowed, the customer must decide which
of the modules or devices can be eliminated from the planned
configuration. The system must fall within the allowed values.
After you have planned the upgrade and determined the locations of the
modules, you are ready to perform the upgrade.

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Figure 1–2 shows a blank configuration worksheet for a BA440 enclosure.

SLOT

MODULE

Current (Amps)
+5 Vdc +12 Vdc +3.3 Vdc -12 Vdc

Power
(Watts)

Bus Load
AC
DC

MEM 1
MEM 2
MEM 3
MEM 4
CPU

L4000 - BA

7.40

0.35

0.27

0.04

42.6

1.7

0.5

0.0

0.25

17.5

15.0 A

3.0 A

584.0 W

4.0

1.0

Q-bus 1
Q-bus 2
Q-bus 3
Q-bus 4
Q-bus 5
Q-bus 6
Q-bus 7

H3604
MASS STORAGE:

1 Tape/Disk
2 Disk
3 Disk
4 Disk
Total these columns:
Must not exceed:

60.0 A 22.0 A

Note: Total output power from +3.3 and +5 Vdc must not exceed 330 W
LJ-00707-TI0

Figure 1–2

BA440 Configuration Worksheet

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Figure 1–3 shows a blank configuration worksheet for a BA430 enclosure.
Current (Amps)
+5 Vdc +12 Vdc +3.3 Vdc -12 Vdc

Power
(Watts)

Bus Load
AC
DC

SLOT

MODULE

M9715

0.1

1.0

12.5

CPU 1

M7626

4.8

0.55

30.6

3.5

584.0 W

Mem 2
Mem 3
Mem 4
Mem 5
Q/CD 6
Q/CD 7
Q/CD 8
Q/CD 9
Q/CD 10
Q/CD 11
Q/CD 12

MASS STORAGE:

1 Tape/Disk
2 Disk
3 Disk
4 Disk
Total these columns:
Must not exceed:

60.0 A 22.0 A

15.0 A

3.0 A

Note: Total output power from +3.3 Vdc and +5 Vdc must not exceed 330 W
LJ-00693-TI0

Figure 1–3

BA430 Configuration Worksheet

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1.2 Installing the VCB02 Module Set
The VCB02 module set requires a minimum firmware revision level to
operate with the VAXserver 4000 model 300 system. If you are installing
the VCB02 module set on a:
•

VAXserver 4000 model 300 system, then go to Section 1.2.1

•

System other than a VAXserver 4000 model 300 system, then go to
Section 1.3

1.2.1 VAXserver 4000 Model 300 Firmware System Revision
Verification.
To verify that the VAXserver 4000 model 300 system has the required
minimum firmware revision level, type the following at the console
prompt (>>>):
>>> SHOW VERSION

Return

The following is an example of what will be displayed on the screen:
KA670-A V3.7 VMB 2.12
If the screen displays V3.7 VMB 2.12 or greater, then ROM replacement
is not necessary. Go to Section 1.3.
If the screen displays a version less than V3.7 VMB 2.12, then ROM
replacement is required. Go to Section 1.2.2.

1.2.2 VAXserver 4000 Model 300 ROM System Replacement
The following procedure describes how to remove and install the two
ROMs that are located on the KA670-BA CPU module.

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Materials required
The following materials are required for the ROM replacement procedure:
•

Customer Services tool kit

•

Antistatic kit

•

ROM kit (See Table 1–1.)

Table 1–1 ROM Kit Description
ROM Part
Number

ROM
Location

23-234E9-00

E03 low byte

23-235E9-00

E17 high byte

CPU
Module

Module
Number

VAXserver
4000
model 300

KA670-BA

L4000-BA

VAXserver
4000
model 300

KA670-BA

L4000-BA

System

CAUTION
Observe all electrostatic discharge (ESD) procedures before
you remove any modules. It is mandatory to wear an ESDapproved ground strap and to place all modules in appropriate
ESD containers, bags, or mats. This is in accordance with
DEC Standard 067 (A-DS-EL00067-00-0), which provides the
requirements for handling ESD devices.
Follow these procedures to remove and install the ROMs:
1. Unlock the front door and open both access doors together to reach
the power switch on the power supply. Turn the power off.
2. Put on the grounded wrist strap and attach the alligator clip to the
system chassis.
3. Note the position of the external cables connected to the H3604
console module. Label and disconnect the cables.
4. Open the H3604 console module. Note the position of the internal
cables connected to the module. Carefully disconnect the internal
cables.
5. Remove the KA670-BA CPU module from the system.

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6. Remove the old ROMs from the sockets. Figure 1–4 shows the location
of the ROMs.

Firmware
ROMs
High
Byte
E17

Low
Byte
E03

LJ-00708-TI0

Figure 1–4

KA670 CPU Module - Component Side

7. Install ROM, P/N 23-235E9-00 (high byte), into location E17 on the
KA670-BA CPU module (Figure 1–4).
8. Install the ROM, P/N 23-234E9-00 (low byte), into location E03 on the
KA670-BA CPU module (Figure 1–4).

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9. Check the following to ensure that the ROMs are installed properly:
•

The ROMs’ alignment notches should be in the correct position.

•

There should be no bent pins.

10. Reinstall the KA670-BA CPU module and reconnect the internal
cables that were disconnected in step 4.
11. Reconnect the external cables to the H3604 console module that was
disconnected in step 3.
12. Perform the system power-up self-test. If failure occurs, recheck the
ROM installation.

1.3 Relocating Modules
Check the recommended module order recorded on the BA430 or BA440
configuration worksheet to determine in which three slots the VCB02
modules should be installed. (Refer to Figure 1–2 or Figure 1–3 for the
blank configuration worksheets.) If you need to relocate modules in the
backplane, use the following procedures to install and remove modules
with covers:
CAUTION
Use the antistatic kit when working with modules.
1. Unlock the front door and open both access doors together to reach
the power switch on the power supply. Turn the power off.
2. Put on the grounded wrist strap and attach the alligator clip to the
system chassis.
3. Note the orientation and location of the cables connected to the
modules. Label and disconnect the cables.
4. Remove all necessary module handles and covers by releasing the
quarter-turn captive screws that hold the handle to the card cage
(Figure 1–5).

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To Release: Push in and turn left
one quarter turn.
To Fasten: Push in and turn right
one quarter turn.

Attach antistatic
wrist strap to
system chassis.
MLO-004259

Figure 1–5

Releasing Quarter-Turn Captive Screws

5. Pull the handle out at the top and bottom.
6. Note the orientation of any internal cables connected to the module.
Some connectors are not keyed. Carefully disconnect the internal
cables.
7. Gently pull the release handles at the top and bottom of the module
toward you, and slide the module out of the card cage (Figure 1–6).

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Attach antistatic
wrist strap to
system chassis.

MLO-004209

Figure 1–6

Removing a Module

Inspecting the EMI and EOS Clips
To comply with regulations on electromagnetic interference (EMI),
bulkhead handles, blank covers, and gap fillers have transient protection
EMI and electrical overstress (EOS) clips. These clips are grounded
through the handle. Perform the following procedure to ensure proper
grounding:
1. Check the EMI and EOS clips on the blank dual cover for residue or
corrosion (Figure 1–7). Remove any residue or corrosion with alcohol.

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1/4-inch
Screw

Gap Filler
Assembly

1/4-inch
Screw

Single-Width
Blank Bulkhead
Cover

Gap Filler Assembly
Mounted on Blank
Bulkhead Cover

MA-X0019-88

Figure 1–7

EMI and EOS Clips

2. Make sure the EMI and EOS clips are arched. When you press them
slightly, they should return to their original shape.
3. If any clip is missing or broken, replace it. The following table lists
the part numbers:
Clip

Part Number

EMI clip

12-26340-01

EOS clip

12-26922-01

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1.4 Installing a VS30U Graphics Kit
To install a VS30U graphics kit you must do the following:
•

Configure the VCB02 module set.

•

Install the three graphics modules, bulkhead covers, and BC13B-25
monitor cable.

•

Install the monitor, keyboard, and mouse.

The following subsections describe these procedures in detail.

1.4.1 Configuring the VCB02 Module Set
The correct control status register (CSR) addresses must be set on the
graphics modules for the graphics subsystem to be recognized and located
by the system. The VCB02 base module contains a 4-switch dual in-line
package (DIP) switchpack E4 that controls the CSR address. (Refer to
the Microsystems Graphics Upgrade Installation Guide, Figure 2-1, for
the location of the DIP switchpack.) The module is set at octal address
17777400. The switch settings for the address are given in the following
table:
Table 1–2 CSR Settings for the VCB02 (Switchpack E4)
Switch

Setting

0 (on)

Not used

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The interrupt vector for the VCB02 base module is set under program
control. You do not have to set switches for the second module (VCB02
4-plane module) or for the third module.
NOTE
Two 4-plane modules create the 8-plane system.
Figure 1–8 shows the cabling between graphics modules and the I/O
distribution insert.

Figure 1–8

VCB02 Module Cabling

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1.4.2 Installing Modules
To install the modules, use the following procedures:
1. Install the VCB02 base module (M7169, minimum CS revision D2)
into the slot to the far right of the selected location. Be sure to
position the component side of the module towards the right.
2. Install the VCB02 4-plane modules (M7168) into the next two lefthand slots adjacent to the base module. Be sure to position the
component side of the module towards the base module.
3. Connect the three cables in the kit as shown in Figure 1–8.
4. Connect the cable on the dual-width bulkhead cover to the VCB02
base module (J3).
5. Install the dual-width bulkhead cover over the VCB02 base module
and the first VCB02 4-plane module.
6. Install a blank single-width bulkhead cover over the second VCB02
4-plane module.
7. Apply the two labels in the kit to the bulkhead covers.
8. Connect the BC13B-25 monitor cable to the dual-width bulkhead
cover.
9. Close the system cabinet and perform a power-up self-test.

1.5 Installing the Monitor, Keyboard, and Mouse
Complete the following procedure to install the monitor, keyboard, and
mouse:
1. Shut down the system power.
2. Connect the BC13B-25 monitor cable to the VR299 monitor
(Figure 1–9).

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Figure 1–9

Connecting the Cables to the VR299 Monitor

3. Connect the mouse and the keyboard to the BC13B-25 cable.
4. Turn on the power to the system and the VR299 monitor.