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VAXstation 3100 Upgrade
Installation Guide
Models 30 to 38
Models 40 to 48
Order Number EK-345AA-IN-002

digital equipment corporation
maynard, massachusetts

Second Edition, January 1990
The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not
be construed as a commitment by Digital Equipment Corporation. Digital Equipment
Corporation assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document.
The software described in this document is furnished under a license and may be used or
copied only in accordance with the terms of such license.
No responsibility is assumed for the use or reliability of software on equipment that is not
supplied by Digital Equipment Corporation or its affiliated companies.
Restricted Rights: Use, duplication, or disclosure by the U. S. Government is subject to
restrictions as set forth in subparagraph ( c ) ( 1 ) ( ii ) of the Rights in Technical Data and
Computer Software clause at DFARS 252.227–7013.
Copyright © Digital Equipment Corporation 1990
All Rights Reserved.
Printed in U.S.A.
FCC NOTICE: The equipment described in this manual generates, uses, and may emit
radio frequency energy. The equipment has been type tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC
Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such radio frequency
interference when operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in
a residential area may cause interference, in which case the user at his own expense may
be required to take measures to correct the interference.

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This document was prepared and published by Educational Services Development and
Publishing, Digital Equipment Corporation.

Contents
About This Guide
1
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
1.8

2
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.7
2.8
2.9
2.10
2.11
2.12

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Upgrading a Diskless Model 30
PV11U-AA Kit Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparing the System for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing the Power Supply Screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the New Bezel Insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Upgrade Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reinstalling the System Box Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Completing the Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1
2
7
12
13
15
15
15

Upgrading a Model 30 (No Diskette)
PV11U-CA Kit Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparing the System for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the New Drive Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuring the Drives on the New Drive Plate . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the RZ22/RZ23 Disk Drive(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the TZ30 Tape Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing the Power Supply Screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the Medallion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Upgrade Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reinstalling the System Box Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Completing the Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

16
17
26
31
33
34
38
43
44
44
44
44

iii

iv Contents

3
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
3.7
3.8
3.9
3.10
3.11
3.12

Upgrading a Model 30 (With Diskette)
PV11U-BA Kit Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparing the System for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the New Drive Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuring the Drives on the New Drive Plate . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the RZ22/RZ23 Disk Drive(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the RX23 Diskette Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing the Power Supply Screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the New Bezel Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Upgrade Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reinstalling the System Box Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Completing the Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

45
46
54
59
61
62
65
70
71
73
73
73

Upgrading the Model 40

4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.6
4.7
4.8

PV15U-AA Kit Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparing the System for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing the MSC Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the Medallion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Upgrade Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reinstalling the System Box Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Completing the Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Upgrade and Return Forms

Index

74
75
84
93
93
94
94
94

Contents v

Tables
1
3–1

Related Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RX23 SCSI ID Switch Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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About This Guide
This installation guide describes how to install the upgrade options that
are available for the VAXstation 3100 systems. The upgrade is available
on both the model 30 and model 40 VAXstation 3100 systems. The
VAXstation system becomes a VAXstation 3100 system models 38 and 48
once the upgrade is complete.

Organization
There are four upgrade kits available. Each chapter describes how to
install one of the four kits.
Chapter
1
2

Upgrade From

A diskless VAXstation 3100 model
30 system
A VAXstation 3100 model 30
system without a diskette drive

A diskless VAXstation
3100 model 38 system
A VAXstation 3100 model
38 system without a
diskette drive. This
system may or may not
contain a TZ30 tape drive.
A VAXstation 3100 model
38 system with a diskette
drive
A VAXstation 3100 model
48 system

A VAXstation 3100 model 30
system with a diskette drive

A VAXstation 3100 model 40
system

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

vii

viii About This Guide

Tools and Equipment
You need the following tools to service the VAXstation 3100 systems:
Tools and Equipment

Part Number

Wrist strap and antistatic mat (included in Field Service
antistatic kit)

29-26246-00

Related Documents
You can order the following documents from Digital:
Table 1 Related Documents
Documents

Order Number

VAXstation 3100 Maintenance Guide
VAXstation 3100 Maintenance Guide Addendum
Models 38 & 48
VAXstation 3100 Model 40 Customer Information Kit
Managing your VAXstation 3100 Model 30 Standalone
VAXstation 3100 Hardware Information Model 30
VAXstation 3100 Hardware Information Model 40
Using your VAXstation 3100 Model 30 Satellite
VAXstation 2000, MicroVAX 2000, VAXmate Network Guide

EK-285AA-MG
EK-344AA-AD
EK-VS310-IL
EK-260AA-OM
EK-265AA-OM
EK-266AA-OM
EK-259AA-UG
EK-NETAB-UG

Digital personnel may order the documents shown in Table 1 from:
Digital Equipment Corporation
444 Whitney Street
Northboro, MA 01532
Attn: Publishing and Circulation Services (NRO3/W3)
Order Processing Section

About This Guide ix

Conventions
This document uses the following conventions:
Convention

Meaning

Note
Caution

Provides general information
Provides information to prevent damage to the
equipment
Part number

1
Upgrading a Diskless Model 30
This chapter contains installation procedures for upgrading a diskless
VAXstation 3100 model 30 system to a diskless VAXstation 3100 model 38
system.

1.1 PV11U-AA Kit Contents
The following table lists the contents and part numbers of the PV11U-AA
kit:
Kit Item

Part Number

Bezel insert for FCC shielding

74-37499-02

KA42-BA system module

54-19356-01

Owners manual, network guide, site planning
guide

EK-VSM30-DK

VAXstation 3100 Upgrade Installation Guide

EK-345AA-IN

Upgrade label

36-15946-01

Power supply caution label

36-20124-01

Medallion, VAXstation 3100 M 38
Three power supply safety screws

12-30934-01

One screw is extra.

2 Upgrading a Diskless Model 30

1.2 Preparing the System for Installation
To prepare the system for installation:
Shut Down the System
1. Shut down the system software.
2. Run a self-test to verify the operation of the present configuration.
>>> TEST F 1

3. Turn the system power switch off.
Open the System Box
CAUTION
Wear a static wrist strap and use a static mat (PN 29-26242-00)
when replacing FRUs.

Upgrading a Diskless Model 30 3

1. Unscrew the two cover screws.

COVER
SCREW
LOCATIONS
MA-X0796-88

2. Slide the cover forward and up off the system box.

4 Upgrading a Diskless Model 30

Remove the Memory Module
Remove the memory module from the four standoffs, then lift the memory
module off the system module. Two connectors will disconnect as you lift
the module.

MEMORY
MODULE

MA-X0804-88

Upgrading a Diskless Model 30 5

Remove the Graphic Module (if present)
Remove the graphic module from the four standoffs, then lift the graphic
module off the system module. Two connectors will disconnect as you lift
the module.

GRAPHICS
MODULE
MA-X0803-88

Remove the System Module
1. Disconnect all cables from the back of the system box.

6 Upgrading a Diskless Model 30

NOTE
Before disconnecting the power cable in the next step, be sure
to release the connector latch on the back side of the power
connector.
2. Disconnect the power cable and the battery cable from the system
module.
POWER
CABLE

PANHEAD
SCREWS
(5)

LOCATING
STANDOFF

GROUND
TABS
PANHEAD
SCREWS
(3)

BATTERY
CABLE
LOCATING
STANDOFF
MA-X0805-88

3. Remove the eight screws from the system module.
4. Remove the system module by carefully popping off the two front
corners of the two locating standoffs.
CAUTION
In the next step, you will swap the Ethernet ID ROMs on both
the new system module and the old system module that you
just removed. Be careful not to bend the pins on the ROM or
not to mix up the ROM that goes on each system module.

Upgrading a Diskless Model 30 7

5. Remove the Ethernet ID ROM from the system module you just
removed. Set the ROM aside.
Ethernet
ID ROM
Key

Ethernet
ID ROM

MLO-002918

MA-X0872-89

6. Remove the Ethernet ID ROM from the new system module in the kit
and reinstall it on the old system module.
7. Take the ID ROM that you just removed from the old system module
and install it on the new system module.

1.3 Installing the Modules
To install the modules:
Install the New System Module
NOTE
When installing the new system module, install the connector end
first through the openings in the rear of the box. Push the module
back to load the connector ground tabs. Snap the module on both
locating standoffs. All screw holes will then be aligned.

8 Upgrading a Diskless Model 30

1. Check the position of the S3 switch next to the LEDs on the back of
the system module. Be sure S3 is in the down position. The down
position enables the monitor to be the console, and the up position
enables a terminal connected to the printer port to be the console.
2. Install the connector end of the system module through the openings
in the rear of the box. Push the module back to load the connector
ground tabs, then snap the module on both locating standoffs. All
screw holes will then be aligned.
3. Install the eight screws on the system module.
POWER
CABLE

PANHEAD
SCREWS
(5)

LOCATING
STANDOFF

GROUND
TABS
PANHEAD
SCREWS
(3)

BATTERY
CABLE
LOCATING
STANDOFF
MA-X0805-88A

4. Connect the power cable and the battery cable to the system module.
5. Reconnect all cables to the back of the system box.

Upgrading a Diskless Model 30 9

Reinstall the Memory Module
Install the memory module(s) on the new system module as shown in the
following two figures. The first figure is for 4 or 12 Mbyte (single) memory
module; the second figure is for 8 or 16 Mbyte (dual) memory module.
After the module(s) are installed, press down on top of the module’s
connectors to firmly seat the connectors.
4 or 12 Mbyte (single) Memory Module Installation

MEMORY
MODULE
MA-X0848-88A

10 Upgrading a Diskless Model 30

8 or 16 Mbyte (dual) Memory Module Installation
8 OR 16 MBYTE
MEMORY
MODULE

SYSTEM
MODULE

"E" CLIPS
(2 PLACES)

4 OR 12 MBYTE
MEMORY
MODULE
MA-X1174-88A

Upgrading a Diskless Model 30 11

Reinstall the Graphic Module (if present)
Reinstall the graphics module on the new system module. After the
module is installed, press down on top of the module’s connectors to firmly
seat the connectors.

GRA P HICS
M ODULE

MA-X0803-88A

12 Upgrading a Diskless Model 30

1.4 Replacing the Power Supply Screws
To replace the power supply screws:
1. Remove the two phillips-head screws from the side of the power
supply.
2. Install two of the three torx-head power supply safety screws (PN
12-30934-01) from the kit into the side of the power supply using the
torx-head screwdriver.

CAPTIVE SCREW

WARNING LABEL

X
F S
S H
D
D
A ,D G
R V H
E I F
H N
W
V
C JG B
X F C
V U
S R DH
G Y K
D T T
F H U
G G
H

POWER SUPPLY
CAPTIVE SCREW
TORX-HEAD SCREWS

MA-X0808-88A

3. Install the power supply warning label on the power supply.

Upgrading a Diskless Model 30 13

1.5 Installing the New Bezel Insert
To install the new bezel insert:
1. Remove the six screws on the cover of the system box, and remove the
front bezel from the cover.
PHILLIPS SCREWS

MA-X0517-89

14 Upgrading a Diskless Model 30

2. Separate the bezel insert from the front bezel.

MA-X0518-89

3. Install the new bezel insert from the kit on the front bezel by
reversing steps 1 and 2.
4. Remove the VAXstation 3100 medallion from the system box cover.
5. Install the new VAXstation 3100 M 38 medallion from the kit in the
cover.

Upgrading a Diskless Model 30 15

6. Reinstall the front bezel on the cover, then reinstall the six screws.
PHILLIPS SCREWS

MA-X0517-89

1.6 Installing the Upgrade Label
Install the upgrade label from the kit beside the original label on the back
of the system box.

1.7 Reinstalling the System Box Cover
To reinstall the system box cover:
1. Install the system box cover and tighten the two cover screws.
2. Refer to Chapter 1 of the maintenance guide. Run a self-test and the
system exerciser to verify the status of the new system module.

1.8 Completing the Installation
The VAXstation 3100 replaced components as well as the excess materials
(if any) from the upgrade kit are the property of Digital. You and the
customer will need to fill out the upgrade forms in Appendix A and return
them to the appropriate locations, as described in Appendix A.

2
Upgrading a Model 30 (No Diskette)
This chapter contains installation procedures for upgrading a
VAXstation 3100 model 30 system without a diskette drive to a
VAXstation 3100 model 38 system without a diskette drive.

2.1 PV11U-CA Kit Contents
The following table lists the contents and part numbers of the PV11U-CA
kit:
Kit Item

Part Number

KA42-BA system module

54-19356-01

Owners manual, network guide, site planning

EK-VSM30-DK

VAXstation 3100 Upgrade Installation Guide

EK-345AA-IN

Upgrade label

36-15946-01

Power supply caution label

36-20124-01

Medallion, VAXstation 3100 M 38
Three power supply safety screws (one screw is extra)

12-30934-01

Drive plate, MSC module, 4 cables

70-26723-01

Thirteen screw/grommets (6-32) (RZ22/RZ23 mounting
screws/grommets, four per drive)

12-31734-01

Only Used if a TZ30 Tape Drive is Installed:
Five screw/grommets (metric M3)

12-31734-02

Bezel insert for the TZ30 tape drive

74-37501-01

TZ30 plate

74-39199-01

TZ30 mounting screws/grommets, one screw is extra.

Upgrading a Model 30 (No Diskette)

Kit Item

Part Number

Two TZ30 plate mounting screws

90-09984-07

2.2 Preparing the System for Installation
To prepare the system for installation:
Shut Down the System
1. Shut down the system software.
2. Run a self-test to verify the operation of the present configuration.
>>> TEST F 1

3. Turn the system power switch off.
Open the System Box
CAUTION
Wear a static wrist strap and use a static mat (PN 29-26242-00)
when replacing FRUs.

18 Upgrading a Model 30 (No Diskette)

1. Unscrew the two cover screws.

COVER
SCREW
LOCATIONS
MA-X0796-88

2. Slide the cover forward and up off the system box.

Upgrading a Model 30 (No Diskette)

Remove the Drive Mounting Plate
1. Disconnect the power cable from the power supply and disconnect the
cable on the mass storage controller (MSC) module that goes to the
system module.
MSC CABLE

POWER
CABLE
SYSTEM MODULE

A-BUS

MSC
MODULE

POWER
SUPPLY

RZ23

TZ30

MA-X1172-88

2. Disconnect the external SCSI cable or the terminator from the SCSI
port.

20 Upgrading a Model 30 (No Diskette)

3. Unscrew the four captive screws, loosen the three panhead screws,
and remove the drive mounting plate.

CAPTIVE
SCREWS
(4)

DRIVE PLATE

PANHEAD
SCREWS
(3 LOOSENED)
MA-X0527-89A

Remove the Drives from the Drive Plate
1. Disconnect all cables from all drives on the old drive mounting plate
and set them aside. They will not be reused.
2. Remove all drives from the old drive mounting plate. The mounting
screws and their grommets will not be reused.

Upgrading a Model 30 (No Diskette)

Remove the Memory Module
Remove the memory module from the four standoffs, then lift the memory
module off the system module. Two connectors will disconnect as you lift
the module.

MEMORY
MODULE

MA-X0804-88

22 Upgrading a Model 30 (No Diskette)

Remove the Graphic Module (if present)
Remove the graphic module from the four standoffs, then lift the graphic
module off the system module. Two connectors will disconnect as you lift
the module.

GRAPHICS
MODULE
MA-X0803-88

Upgrading a Model 30 (No Diskette)

Remove the System Module
1. Disconnect all cables from the back of the system box.
2. Disconnect the MSC cable from the system module.

MSC
CONNECTOR

MA-X0514-89

24 Upgrading a Model 30 (No Diskette)

NOTE
Before disconnecting the power cable in the next step, be sure
to release the connector latch on the back side of the power
connector.
3. Disconnect the power cable and the battery cable from the system
module.
POWER
CABLE

PANHEAD
SCREWS
(5)

LOCATING
STANDOFF

GROUND
TABS
PANHEAD
SCREWS
(3)

BATTERY
CABLE
LOCATING
STANDOFF
MA-X0805-88

4. Remove the eight screws from the system module.
5. Remove the system module by carefully popping off the two front
corners of the two locating standoffs.
CAUTION
In the next step, you will swap the Ethernet ID ROMs on both
the new system module and the old system module that you
just removed. Be careful not to bend the pins on the ROM or
not to mix up the ROM that goes on each system module.

Upgrading a Model 30 (No Diskette)

6. Remove the Ethernet ID ROM from the system module you just
removed. Set the ROM aside.
Ethernet
ID ROM
Key

Ethernet
ID ROM

MLO-002918

MA-X0872-89

7. Remove the Ethernet ID ROM from the new system module in the kit
and reinstall it on the old system module.
8. Take the ID ROM that you just removed from the old system module
and install it on the new system module.

26 Upgrading a Model 30 (No Diskette)

2.3 Installing the Modules
To install the modules:
Install the New System Module
NOTE
When installing the new system module, install the connector end
first through the openings in the rear of the box. Push the module
back to load the connector ground tabs. Snap the module on both
locating standoffs. All screw holes will then be aligned.
1. Check the position of the S3 switch next to the LEDs on the back of
the system module. Be sure S3 is in the down position. The down
position enables the monitor to be the console, and the up position
enables a terminal connected to the printer port to be the console.
2. Install the connector end of the system module first through the
openings in the rear of the box. Push the module back to load
the connector ground tabs, then snap the module on both locating
standoffs. All screw holes will then be aligned.

Upgrading a Model 30 (No Diskette)

3. Install the eight screws on the system module.
POWER
CABLE

PANHEAD
SCREWS
(5)

LOCATING
STANDOFF

GROUND
TABS
PANHEAD
SCREWS
(3)

BATTERY
CABLE
LOCATING
STANDOFF
MA-X0805-88A

4. Connect the power cable and the battery cable to the system module.
5. Reconnect all cables to the back of the system box.

28 Upgrading a Model 30 (No Diskette)

MEMORY
MODULE
MA-X0848-88A

Upgrading a Model 30 (No Diskette)

8 or 16 Mbyte (dual) Memory Module Installation
8 OR 16 MBYTE
MEMORY
MODULE

SYSTEM
MODULE

"E" CLIPS
(2 PLACES)

4 OR 12 MBYTE
MEMORY
MODULE
MA-X1174-88A

30 Upgrading a Model 30 (No Diskette)

GRA P HICS
M ODULE

MA-X0803-88A

Upgrading a Model 30 (No Diskette)

2.4 Installing the New Drive Plate
To install the new drive plate:
1. Connect the MSC cable to the new system module.

MSC
CONNECTOR

MA-X0514-89

32 Upgrading a Model 30 (No Diskette)

2. Loosen the three slide mount screws on the side of the new drive
plate.
3. Remove the SCSI terminator from the MSC module on the drive plate.
4. Position the drive plate on the system box, making sure that the MSC
cable is not trapped under the drive plate.

Remove
MSC
Cabl e

Remove
Internal
Power Cable

Captive
Screws (2)
Power Supply Cable
Captive Screws (3)

Drive Plate

Slide Mount Screws (3)
Slide Mount Openings
MLO-002905

MA-X0863-89

5. Tighten the five captive screws, then tighten the three slide mount
screws.
6. Connect the MSC cable to the MSC module.

Upgrading a Model 30 (No Diskette)

2.5 Configuring the Drives on the New Drive Plate
Determine where you will install the drives on the drive plate as follows:
If

Then

You are reinstalling one RZ22/RZ23
drive with the TZ30 tape drive

the RZ22/RZ23 should be in position 3
with the TZ30 in position 2.

You are reinstalling two RZ22/RZ23
drives with the TZ30 tape drive

the RZ22/RZ23s should be in position
3 and 4 with the TZ30 in position 2.

You are reinstalling three RZ22/RZ23
drives with no TZ30 tape drive

the RZ22/RZ23s should be in position
2, 3, and 4.

System Back

Position 1
SCSI Mass Storage
Controller Module
Position 4
RZ23 Hard Disk

Position 2
TZ30 Tape Drive

Position 3
RZ23 Hard Disk

3
System Front

MLO-002894

MA-X0859-89

34 Upgrading a Model 30 (No Diskette)

System Back

Position 1
SCSI Mass Storage
Controller Module
Position 4
RZ23 Hard Disk

Position 2
RZ23 Hard Disk

Position 3
RZ23 Hard Disk

3
System Front
MLO-003329

MA-X0874-89

2.6 Installing the RZ22/RZ23 Disk Drive(s)
To install the RZ22/RZ23 disk drive(s):
Mount the Drives
1. Install four screw/grommets (PN 12-31734-01) on the bottom of the
RZ22/RZ23 drive.

Upgrading a Model 30 (No Diskette)

2. Insert the drive (with the power connector towards the front) on the
four keyhole slide mount openings in its proper position on the drive
plate.
NOTE
If you are mounting a drive in position 4, you need to remove
the MSC module for access to the drive’s mounting holes.
SCSI Signal Cable

RZ23 Hard Disk

Mount
Keyhole
Slide
Mount
Drive
Plate
Lever
SCSI Mass Storage
Controller Module
MLO-002896

MA-X0860-89

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Cable the Drives
The following figure shows the five connectors of the new power cable
from the kit. The connectors are numbered for reference.
1. Connect the male connector 2 to the power supply.

(3)
SCSI Mass Storage
Controller Module
(4)

(2)

(5)

Power Supply Cable
Internal Power Cable
RZ23 Hard Disk

(1)

Internal
Power Cable

MLO-002897

MA-X0861-89

2. Connect the other ends of the power cable to the RZ23 hard disk
drives 1 , 3 , or 4 depending on the position of the drives.

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3. If the larger (100 pin) end of the SCSI signal cable is not already
connected to the SCSI port A on the MSC module, then connect it
now.

SCSI Port A

SCSI Mass Storage
Controller Module
SCSI Signal Cable
RZ23 Hard Disk

SCSI Signal
Cable Connector

MLO-002898
MA-X0862-89

4. Connect the SCSI signal cable (PN 17-02439-01) to the RZ23 hard
disk drives.

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2.7 Installing the TZ30 Tape Drive
To install the TZ30 tape drive:
Mount the Drive
1. Install four metric screw/grommets (PN 12-31734-02) on the bottom of
the TZ30 tape drive.
2. Install the TZ30 plate on the left side of the drive, using one of the
two TZ30 plate mounting screws.
TZ30
Tape
Drive

Side
Plate

Phillips
Screw
MLO-003477
MA-X0934-89

3. Tuck the SCSI B port terminator cable under the MSC module. This
cable terminates the SCSI B port and does not connect to any internal
drives.

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4. Insert the TZ30 tape drive on the four keyhole slide mount openings
on the drive plate.

Mount
TZ30 Tape Drive
Keyhole Slide Mount
Drive Plate Lever

SCSI Mass Storage
Controller Module
MLO-002891

MA-X0856-89

5. Press the TZ30 tape drive down and slide it in the keyhole slide
mount openings to lock it on the drive plate. The drive plate lever
should pop up to lock the drive in place.

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Cable the Drive
1. If you have not already connected the power cable’s male connector 2
to the power supply in the previous section, then connect it now.
2. Connect the number 4 connector on the power cable to the TZ30 tape
drive.

Internal
Power Cable

SCSI Mass Storage
Controller Module

(3)

Internal Power Cable

Power Supply Cable

(4)

(2)
(5)

(1)
TZ30 Tape Drive

MLO-002892

MA-X0857-89

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3. Connect the SCSI signal cable (PN 17-02439-01) to the TZ30 tape
drive.

SCSI Signal
Cable Connector

SCSI Port A
SCSI Signal Cable

SCSI Mass Storage
Controller Module

TZ30 Tape Drive

MLO-002893

MA-X0858-89

4. If the SCSI signal cable is not already connected to the SCSI port A
on the MSC module, then connect it now.

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Install the New Bezel Insert
1. On the cover of the system box, remove the six screws and remove the
front bezel from the cover.
PHILLIPS SCREWS

MA-X0517-89

2. Separate the bezel insert from the front bezel.

MA-X0518-89

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2.8 Replacing the Power Supply Screws
To replace the power supply screws:
1. Remove the two phillips-head screws from the side of the power
supply.
2. Install two of the three torx-head power supply safety screws (PN
12-30934-01) from the kit into the side of the power supply using the
torx-head screwdriver.

CAPTIVE SCREW

WARNING LABEL

X
F S
S H
D
D
A ,D G
R V H
E I F
H N
W
V
C JG B
X F C
V U
S R DH
G Y K
D T T
F H U
G G
H

POWER SUPPLY
CAPTIVE SCREW
TORX-HEAD SCREWS

MA-X0808-88A

3. Install the power supply warning label on the power supply.

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2.9 Changing the Medallion
Perform the following steps to change the medallion if you have not
already changed it.
1. On the cover of the system box, remove the six screws and remove the
front bezel from the cover.
2. Remove the VAXstation 3100 medallion from the system box cover.
3. Install the new VAXstation 3100 M 38 medallion from the kit in the
cover.
4. Reinstall the front bezel on the cover and reinstall the six screws.

2.10 Installing the Upgrade Label
Install the upgrade label from the kit beside the original label on the back
of the system box.

2.11 Reinstalling the System Box Cover
To reinstall the system box cover:
1. Install the system box cover and tighten the two cover screws.
2. Refer to Chapter 1 of the maintenance guide. Run a self-test and the
system exerciser to verify the status of the new system module.

2.12 Completing the Installation
The VAXstation 3100 replaced components as well as the excess materials
(if any) from the upgrade kit are the property of Digital. You and the
customer will need to fill out the upgrade forms in Appendix A and return
them to the appropriate locations, as described in Appendix A.

3
Upgrading a Model 30 (With Diskette)
This chapter contains installation procedures for upgrading a
VAXstation 3100 model 30 system that contains a diskette drive to a
VAXstation 3100 model 38 system with a diskette drive.

3.1 PV11U-BA Kit Contents
The following table lists the contents and part numbers of the PV11U-BA
kit:
Kit Item

Part Number

KA42-BA system module

54-19356-01

Owners manual, network guide, site planning

EK-VSM30-DK

VAXstation 3100 Upgrade Installation Guide

EK-345AA-IN

Upgrade label

36-15946-01

Power supply caution label

36-20124-01

Medallion, VAXstation 3100 M 38
Three power supply safety screws

12-30934-01

Drive plate, MSC module, 4 cables

70-26723-01

Thirteen screw/grommets

12-31734-01

SCSI/FDI module

54-19288-01

Cable, 34 pin flat

17-02221-02

RX23 SCSI adapter module mounting bracket

74-39094-01

Six screws for mounting the SCSI adapter module

90-09708-00

Five screws for mounting the RX23

90-10981-01

Front panel window bezel

74-39607-01

One screw is extra.

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Kit Item

Part Number

RX23 bezel

12-32364-01

RX23 eject button

12-32363-01

3.2 Preparing the System for Installation
To prepare the system for installation:
Shut Down the System
1. Shut down the system software.
2. Run a self-test to verify the operation of the present configuration.
>>> TEST F 1

3. Turn the system power switch off.
Open the System Box
CAUTION
Wear a static wrist strap and use a static mat (PN 29-26242-00)
when replacing FRUs.

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1. Unscrew the two cover screws.

COVER
SCREW
LOCATIONS
MA-X0796-88

2. Slide the cover forward and up off the system box.

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Remove the Drive Mounting Plate
1. Disconnect the power cable from the power supply and disconnect the
cable on the mass storage controller (MSC) module that goes to the
system module.
MSC CABLE
POWER
CABLE

SYSTEM MODULE

MSC
MODULE

POWER
SUPPLY

RX23

MA-X0526-89

2. Disconnect the external SCSI cable or the terminator from the SCSI
port.

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3. Unscrew the four captive screws, loosen the three panhead screws,
and remove the drive mounting plate from the system box.

CAPTIVE
SCREWS
(4)

DRIVE PLATE

PANHEAD
SCREWS
(3 LOOSENED)
MA-X0858-88

Remove the Drives from the Drive Plate
1. Disconnect all cables from all of the drives on the old drive mounting
plate and set them aside. They will not be reused.
2. Remove all of the drives from the old drive mounting plate. The
mounting screws and their grommets will not be reused.

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Remove the Memory Module
Remove the memory module from the four standoffs, then lift the memory
module off the system module. Two connectors will disconnect as you lift
the module.

MEMORY
MODULE

MA-X0804-88

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Remove the Graphic Module (if present)
Remove the graphic module from the four standoffs, then lift the graphic
module off the system module. Two connectors will disconnect as you lift
the module.

GRAPHICS
MODULE
MA-X0803-88

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Remove the System Module
To remove the system module:
1. Disconnect all cables from the back of the system box.
2. Disconnect the MSC cable from the system module.

MSC
CONNECTOR

MA-X0514-89

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POWER
CABLE

PANHEAD
SCREWS
(5)

LOCATING
STANDOFF

GROUND
TABS
PANHEAD
SCREWS
(3)

BATTERY
CABLE
LOCATING
STANDOFF
MA-X0805-88

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6. Remove the Ethernet ID ROM from the system module you just
removed. Set the ROM aside.
Ethernet
ID ROM
Key

Ethernet
ID ROM

MLO-002918

MA-X0872-89

3.3 Installing the Modules
To install the modules:
Install the New System Module
NOTE
When reinstalling the system module, install the connector end
first through the openings in the rear of the box. Push the module
back to load the connector ground tabs. Snap the module on both
locating standoffs. All screw holes will then be aligned.

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1. Check the position of the S3 switch next to the LEDs on the back
of the system module. Be sure S3 is in the down position (the down
position enables the monitor to be the console and the up position
enables a terminal connected to the printer port to be the console).
2. Install the connector end of the system module first through the
openings in the rear of the box. Push the module back to load
the connector ground tabs, then snap the module on both locating
standoffs. All screw holes will then be aligned.
3. Install the eight screws on the system module.
POWER
CABLE

PANHEAD
SCREWS
(5)

LOCATING
STANDOFF

GROUND
TABS
PANHEAD
SCREWS
(3)

BATTERY
CABLE
LOCATING
STANDOFF
MA-X0805-88A

4. Connect the power cable and the battery cable to the system module.
5. Reconnect all cables to the back of the system box.

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Reinstall the Memory Module
Install the memory module(s) on the new system module as shown in the
following two figures. The first figure is for 4 or 12 Mbyte (single) memory
module installation; the second figure is for 8 or 16 Mbyte (dual) memory
module installation. After the module(s) are installed, press down on top
of the module’s connectors to firmly seat the connectors.
4 or 12 Mbyte (single) Memory Module Installation

MEMORY
MODULE
MA-X0848-88A

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8 or 16 Mbyte (dual) Memory Module Installation
8 OR 16 MBYTE
MEMORY
MODULE

SYSTEM
MODULE

"E" CLIPS
(2 PLACES)

4 OR 12 MBYTE
MEMORY
MODULE
MA-X1174-88A

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Reinstall the Graphic Module (if present)
Reinstall the graphics module on the new system module as shown in the
following figure. After the module is installed, press down on top of the
module’s connectors to firmly seat the connectors.

GRA P HICS
M ODULE

MA-X0803-88A

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3.4 Installing the New Drive Plate
To install the new drive plate:
1. Connect the MSC cable to the new system module.

MSC
CONNECTOR

MA-X0514-89

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2. Loosen the three slide mount screws on the side of the drive plate.
3. Remove the SCSI terminator from the MSC module on the drive plate.
4. Position the drive plate on the system box making sure that the MSC
cable is not trapped under the drive plate.

Remove
MSC
Cabl e

Remove
Internal
Power Cable

Captive
Screws (2)
Power Supply Cable
Captive Screws (3)

Drive Plate

Slide Mount Screws (3)
Slide Mount Openings
MLO-002905

MA-X0863-89

5. Tighten the five captive screws, then tighten the three slide mount
screws.
6. Connect the MSC cable to the MSC module.

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3.5 Configuring the Drives on the New Drive Plate
Determine where you will install the drives on the drive plate as follows:
If

Then

You are reinstalling one RZ22/RZ23 drive
with the RX23 diskette drive

the RZ22/RZ23 should be in
position 3 with the RX23 in
position 2.

You are reinstalling two RZ22/RZ23 drives
with the RX23 diskette drive

the RZ22/RZ23s should be in
position 3 and 4 with the RX23 in
position 2.

System Back

Position 1
SCSI Mass Storage
Controller Module
Position 4
RZ23 Hard Disk

Position 2
RX23 Diskette Drive

Position 3
RZ23 Hard Disk

3
System Front

MLO-002894

MA-X0859-89A

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3.6 Installing the RZ22/RZ23 Disk Drive(s)
To install the RZ22/RZ23 disk drive(s):
Mount the Drives
1. Install four screw/grommets (PN 12-31734-01) on the bottom of the
RZ22/RZ23 drive.
2. Insert the drive (with the power connector towards the front) on the
four keyhole slide mount openings in its proper position on the drive
plate.
NOTE
If you are mounting a drive in position 4, you need to remove
the MSC module for access to the drive’s mounting holes.
SCSI Signal Cable

RZ23 Hard Disk

Mount
Keyhole
Slide
Mount
Drive
Plate
Lever
SCSI Mass Storage
Controller Module
MLO-002896

MA-X0860-89

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3. Press the RZ23 hard disk down and slide it in the keyhole slide mount
openings to lock it on the drive plate. The drive plate lever should pop
up to lock the drive in place.
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for each drive that needs to be installed.
Cable the Drives
The following figure shows the five connectors of the new power cable
from the kit. The connectors are numbered for reference.
1. Connect the male connector 2 to the power supply.

(3)
SCSI Mass Storage
Controller Module
(4)

(2)

(5)

Power Supply Cable
Internal Power Cable
RZ23 Hard Disk

(1)

Internal
Power Cable

MLO-002897

MA-X0861-89

2. Connect the other ends of the power cable to the RZ23 hard disk
drives 1 or 3 , depending on the position of the drives.

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3. If the larger (100 pin) end of the SCSI signal cable is not already
connected to the SCSI port A on the MSC module, then connect it
now.

SCSI Port A

SCSI Mass Storage
Controller Module
SCSI Signal Cable
RZ23 Hard Disk

SCSI Signal
Cable Connector

MLO-002898
MA-X0862-89

4. Connect the SCSI signal cable (PN 17-02439-01) to the RZ23 hard
disk drives.

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3.7 Installing the RX23 Diskette Drive
To install the RX23 diskette drive:
Assemble the RX23 SCSI adapter assembly
1. Remove the old adapter bracket from the RX23 diskette drive.
2. Install the eject button on the RX23 drive.
NOTE
Before performing the next step, check the serial number on
the RX23 drive. If it is SH91300639 or lower, the component
leads under the drive may need to be trimmed before installing
the front bezel on the drive. Trim the leads so that the bezel
does not make contact with these leads.
3. Snap on the front bezel.
4. Mount the RX23 on the new SCSI adapter mounting bracket using
four of the metric screws (PN 90-10981-01). See the following figure
for reference.
5. Turn the SCSI adapter mounting bracket over and install the SCSI
adapter module (component side down) using five of the screws (PN
90-09708-00).
6. Turn the SCSI adapter mounting bracket over again and connect the
34-pin cable (PN 17-02221-02) to the RX23 drive and to the SCSI
adapter module.
NOTE
Once the RX23 drive and the SCSI adapter module is mounted
on the mounting bracket, it becomes one FRU and cannot be
ordered individually.
Set the SCSI ID Switches
1. Locate the SCSI ID switches (1, 2, and 3) on the RX23 SCSI adapter
assembly.

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Mounting Screws (2)

Switches Positions:
SCSI ID 5
Up (Off)
Down (On)
1

2 3

MLO-002886

MA-X0851-89

2. Use a pen or small pointed object to move the switches up or down as
necessary to set the switches to the following positions:
Switch 1 = down (on)
Switch 2 = up (off)
Switch 3 = down (on)
Table 3–1 lists all possible settings for the RX23 diskette drive.
Table 3–1 RX23 SCSI ID Switch Settings
SCSI ID

Off

1 Recommended ID for the RX23 diskette drive.
2 Reserved ID for SCSI controller.
3 Reserved for future use—do not use.

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Mount the RX23 SCSI Adapter Assembly
1. Install four screw/grommets on the bottom of the drive.
2. Tuck the SCSI B port terminator cable under the MSC module. This
cable terminates the SCSI B port and does not connect to any internal
drives.
3. Insert the assembly on the four keyhole slide mount openings on the
drive plate.

Mount
Keyhole
Slide
Mount

RX23 Diskette Drive

Drive
Plate
Lever

SCSI Mass Storage
Controller Module
MLO-002887

MA-X0852-89

4. Press the RX23 SCSI adapter assembly down and slide it in the slide
mount openings to lock it on the drive plate. The drive plate lever
should pop up to lock the assembly in place.

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Cable the RX23 SCSI Adapter Assembly
The following figure shows the cable connectors numbered for reference.
1. If you have not already connected the male connector to the power
supply in the previous sections, then connect it now.
2. Connect the number 5 connector on the power cable to the RX23
diskette drive.

Internal
Power Cable

(3)
Internal Power Cable
(4)

(2)
Power Supply Cable

(5)

SCSI Mass Storage
Controller Module
(1)
RX23 Diskette Drive

MLO-002888

MA-X0853-89

3. Connect the number 4 connector on the power cable to the RX23
SCSI adapter module.

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4. Connect the SCSI signal cable (PN 17-02439-01) to the RX23 SCSI
adapter module.
50-Pin Connector
100-Pin Connector
Cable Key

Cable Key

Attach SCSI
Signal Cable

SCSI Mass Storage
Controller Module

SCSI Signal Cable

Additional
50-Pin Connectors
Power Supply

RX23 Diskette Drive

MLO-002889

MA-X0854-89

5. If the SCSI signal cable is not already connected to the SCSI port A
on the MSC module, then connect it now.

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3.8 Replacing the Power Supply Screws
To replace the power supply screws:
1. Remove the two phillips-head screws from the side of the power
supply.
2. Install two of the three torx-head power supply safety screws (PN
12-30934-01) from the kit into the side of the power supply using the
torx-head screwdriver.

CAPTIVE SCREW

WARNING LABEL

X
F S
S H
D
D
A ,D G
R V H
E I F
H N
W
V
C JG B
X F C
V U
S R DH
G Y K
D T T
F H U
G G
H

POWER SUPPLY
CAPTIVE SCREW
TORX-HEAD SCREWS

MA-X0808-88A

3. Install the power supply warning label on the power supply.

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3.9 Installing the New Bezel Window
To install the new bezel window:
1. On the cover of the system box, remove the six screws and remove the
front bezel from the cover.
PHILLIPS SCREWS

MA-X0517-89

2. Separate the old RX23 bezel insert from the front bezel.

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MA-X0518-89

3. Install the new bezel window from the kit on the front bezel by
reversing the previous steps 1 and 2.
4. Remove the VAXstation 3100 medallion from the system box cover.
5. Install the new VAXstation 3100 M 38 medallion from the kit in the
cover.
6. Reinstall the front bezel on the cover and reinstall the six screws.

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3.10 Installing the Upgrade Label
Install the upgrade label from the kit on the back of the system box. Be
sure not to cover over any existing labels.

3.11 Reinstalling the System Box Cover
To reinstall the system box cover:
1. Install the system box cover and tighten the two cover screws.
2. Refer to Chapter 1 of the maintenance guide. Run a self-test and the
system exerciser to verify the status of the new system module.

3.12 Completing the Installation
The VAXstation 3100 replaced components as well as the excess materials
(if any) from the upgrade kit are the property of Digital. You and the
customer will need to fill out the upgrade forms in Appendix A and return
them to the appropriate locations, as described in Appendix A.

4
Upgrading the Model 40
This chapter contains installation procedures for upgrading a
VAXstation 3100 model 40 system to a VAXstation 3100 model 48 system.

4.1 PV15U-AA Kit Contents
The following table lists the contents and part numbers of the PV15U-AA
kit:
Kit Item

Part Number

KA42-BA system module

54-19356-01

SCSI/SCSI controller

54-17445-05

Owners manual

EK-VSM40-DK

VAXstation 3100 Upgrade Installation Guide

EK-345AA-IN

Medallion, VAXstation 3100 M 48
Upgrade label

36-15946-01

Upgrading the Model 40

4.2 Preparing the System for Installation
To prepare the system for installation:
Shut Down the System
1. Shut down the system software.
2. Run a self-test to verify the operation of the present configuration.
>>> TEST F 1

3. Turn the system power switch off.
Open the System Box
CAUTION
Wear a static wrist strap and use a static mat (PN 29-26242-00)
when replacing FRUs.

76 Upgrading the Model 40

1. Unscrew the two cover screws.

COVER
SCREW
LOCATIONS
MA-X0813-88

2. Slide the cover forward and up off the system box.
Remove the Upper Drive Plate
CAUTION
You must note which cables connect to which drive when
disconnecting them from the system. Write the type of drive
and its position on a piece of tape and wrap the tape around
the connector before disconnecting it. This will help you when
reinstalling the drives.

Upgrading the Model 40

1. Disconnect the power cables and the SCSI bus cables from the drives
on the upper drive plate.
POWER
A-BUS
SYSTEM MODULE
B-BUS

SCSI-A

MSC
MODULE
RRD40 ADAPTER
MODULE

SCSI-B

POWER
SUPPLY
RZ23

RZ23

RZ23
(SYSTEM
DISK)

UPPER DRIVE PLATE

RRD40

TZ30

LOWER DRIVE PLATE

MA-X0814-88

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2. Remove the RRD40 adapter module from the four standoffs (if
installed).
3. Unscrew the five screws on the upper drive mounting panel and lift
the top panel from the lower panel.
CAPTIVE
SCREWS
(2)

UPPER
DRIVE
MOUNTING
PANEL

CAPTIVE
SCREWS
(3)
MA-X0536-89

Upgrading the Model 40

Remove the Lower Drive Plate
1. Disconnect the power cable from the TZ30 tape drive (if installed) and
disconnect the mass storage controller (MSC) cable.
POWER
DATA
SYSTEM MODULE

SCSI-A

MSC
MODULE

SCSI-B

FROM SCS1-A
POWER
SUPPLY

TZ30

LOWER DRIVE PLATE

MA-X0537-89

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2. Unscrew the seven screws.

LOWER
DRIVE
MOUNTING
PANEL
CAPTIVE
SCREW
(1)

CAPTIVE
SCREWS
(3)
PANHEAD
SCREWS
(3 LOOSENED)
LOWER
DRIVE
MOUNTING
PANEL
MA-X0538-89

3. Slide the plate forward, then lift the plate from the system box.

Upgrading the Model 40

Remove the Memory Module
Remove the memory module from the four standoffs, then lift the memory
module off the system module. Two connectors will disconnect as you lift
the module.

MEMORY
MODULE
MA-X0848-88

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Remove the Graphic Module (if present)
Remove the graphic module from the four standoffs, then lift the graphic
module off the system module. Two connectors will disconnect as you lift
the module.

GRAPHICS
MODULE

MA-X0847-88

Upgrading the Model 40

Remove the System Module
1. Disconnect all cables from the back of the system box.
2. Disconnect the MSC cable from the system module.
NOTE
Before disconnecting the power cable in the next step, be sure
to release the connector latch on the back side of the power
connector.
3. Disconnect the power cable and the battery cable from the system
module.
POWER
CABLE

PANHEAD
SCREWS
(5)

LOCATING
STANDOFF
PANHEAD
SCREWS
(3)

GROUND
TABS
BATTERY
CABLE
LOCATING
STANDOFF
MA-X0849-88A

4. Remove the system module by carefully popping off the two front
corners of the two locating standoffs.

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CAUTION
In the next step, be careful not to bend the pins on the
Ethernet ID ROM.
5. Remove the Ethernet ID ROM from the system module you removed.
Check the position of pin 1 (notched) on the ROM. Install the ID ROM
on the new system module in the kit.
Ethernet
ID ROM
Key

Ethernet
ID ROM

MLO-002918

MA-X0872-89

4.3 Installing the Modules
To install the modules:
Install the New System Module
NOTE
When reinstalling the system module, install the connector end
first through the openings in the rear of the box. Push the module
back to load the connector ground tabs. Snap the module on both
locating standoffs. All screw holes will then be aligned.

Upgrading the Model 40

PANHEAD
SCREWS
(5)

LOCATING
STANDOFF
GROUND
TABS

PANHEAD
SCREWS
(3)

BATTERY
CABLE
LOCATING
STANDOFF
MA-X0849-88A

4. Connect the power cable and the battery cable to the system module.
5. Reconnect all cables to the back of the system box.

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Reinstall the Memory Module
Install the memory module(s) on the new system module as shown in the
following two figures. The first figure is for 4 or 12 Mbyte (single) memory
module installation; the second figure is for 8 or 16 Mbyte (dual) memory
module installation. After the module(s) are installed, press down on top
of the module’s connectors to firmly seat the connectors.
4 or 12 Mbyte Memory Module Installation

MEMORY
MODULE
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8 or 16 Mbyte Memory Module Installation
8 OR 16 MBYTE
MEMORY
MODULE

SYSTEM
MODULE

"E" CLIPS
(2 PLACES)

4 OR 12 MBYTE
MEMORY
MODULE
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Reinstall the Graphics Module (if present)
Reinstall the graphics module on the new system module. After the
module is installed, press down on top of the module’s connectors to firmly
seat the connectors.

GR A P H I C S
MOD U LE

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Reinstall the Lower Drive Plate
1. Connect the MSC cable to the new system module.
2. Position the lower drive mounting plate and tighten the seven screws.
LOWER
DRIVE
MOUNTING
PANEL
CAPTIVE
SCREW
(1)

CAPTIVE
SCREWS
(3)
PANHEAD
SCREWS
(3 LOOSENED)
LOWER
DRIVE
MOUNTING
PANEL
MA-X0538-89

3. Connect the data cable from the RRD40 adapter module to the RRD40
compact disk drive.

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4. Connect the SCSI bus cables and the power cables to the TZ30 (if
installed) and connect the power cable to the RRD40 compact disk
drive.
POWER
DATA
SYSTEM MODULE

RRD40 ADAPTER
MODULE

SCSI-A

MSC
MODULE

SCSI-B

FROM SCSI-A
POWER
SUPPLY

RRD40

TZ30

LOWER DRIVE PLATE

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5. Connect the MSC cable to the MSC module.

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Reinstall the Upper Drive Plate
1. Position the upper mounting drive plate on the system box and
tighten the five screws.
CAPTIVE
SCREWS
(2)

RRD40
CONTROLLER
BOARD

UPPER
DRIVE
MOUNTING
PLATE

CAPTIVE
SCREWS
(3)
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2. Mount the RRD40 adapter module on the four standoffs.

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Reconnect the Upper Drive Plate Cables
Connect the SCSI bus cables and the power cables to any and all RZ23s
and connect the SCSI bus to the RRD40 adapter module.
POWER
A-BUS
SYSTEM MODULE
B-BUS

SCSI-A

MSC
MODULE
RRD40 ADAPTER
MODULE

SCSI-B

POWER
SUPPLY
RZ23

RZ23

RZ23
(SYSTEM
DISK)

UPPER DRIVE PLATE

RRD40

TZ30

LOWER DRIVE PLATE

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4.4 Replacing the MSC Module
To replace the MSC module:
Remove the MSC Module
1. Remove the RRD40 adapter module from the four standoffs.
2. Disconnect the SCSI cables from both SCSI port A and B.
3. Disconnect the MSC cable from the MSC module.
4. Unscrew the captive screw on the MSC module.
5. Remove the MSC module from the drive plate.
Install the New MSC Module
1. Snap the MSC module in place on the drive plate.
2. Tighten the captive screw on the MSC module.
3. Reconnect the SCSI port A and B cables to the MSC module.
4. Mount the RRD40 adapter module on the four standoffs.

4.5 Changing the Medallion
To change the medallion:
1. Remove the VAXstation 3100 medallion from the system box cover.
2. Install the new VAXstation 3100 M 48 medallion from the kit in the
cover.

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4.6 Installing the Upgrade Label
Install the upgrade label from the kit on the back of the system box. Be
sure not to cover over any existing labels.

4.7 Reinstalling the System Box Cover
To reinstall the system box cover:
1. Install the system box cover and tighten the two cover screws.
2. Refer to Chapter 1 of the maintenance guide. Run a self-test and the
system exerciser on the new drive to verify its status.

4.8 Completing the Installation
The VAXstation 3100 replaced components as well as the excess materials
(if any) from the upgrade kit are the property of Digital. You and the
customer will need to fill out the upgrade forms in Appendix A and return
them to the appropriate locations, as described in Appendix A.

A
Upgrade and Return Forms
The Customer Service Engineer who performs the upgrade must complete
two of the three types of forms in this Appendix. The third form must be
completed by both the customer and the Customer Service Engineer as
decscribed below.
•

The Customer Service Engineer must return the Customer Service
Upgrade Worksheet to the local contracts administrator.

•

The Customer Service Engineer must return one copy of the Customer
Service Installation Receipt to the local CAS group and give one copy
to the customer.

•

The Customer Service Engineer must work together with the
customer to insure that the hardware is packaged properly for the
return and that the proper return forms in this appendix are filled
out.
a. Have the customer return one copy of the Returns Material
Checklist with all modules and hardware that must be returned.
b. Have the customer contact CAS to verify the RA number and to
notify CAS that equipment is ready to be returned.
CAS will then contact US Area Distribution to arrange for pickup by a courier service. The return status will be monitored by
Sales and CAS on a regular basis. Sales/DOM will authorize
enforcement of additional charge in the event of a non-return
(usually if equipment is not returned within 60 days).

Labor Activity Reporting
Use the labor code UPG31 for all labor activity reporting on all four of the
upgrade kits.

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CUSTOMER SERVICE UPGRADE WORKSHEET
This form acts as a verification of the work performed on the system
and as a check on the procedures used. It can also be used for repricing
the customer’s service contract. Return this form to your local
contracts administration office for processing.

CUSTOMER:
OLD SYSTEM TYPE:

NEW SYSTEM TYPE:

SERIAL NUMBER:

MODULES/HARDWARE REMOVED:

MODULES/HARDWARE REPLACED:

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

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98 Upgrade and Return Forms

CUSTOMER SERVICE INSTALLATION RECEIPT
This document acts as a customer receipt and as verification for Customer
Service that the upgrade kit installation has been completed.
CUSTOMER SERVICE:

Complete both copies of this form and give a copy to the
customer and a copy to local CAS for filing with
the customer documents.

CUSTOMER:

Digital will contact you within the next few days. Keep
this copy as your record of installation by DIGITAL.

RETURN AUTHORIZATION
NUMBER:
NAME OF CAS CONTACT:
CUSTOMER SERVICE
CONTACT:
CUSTOMER SERVICE
PHONE NUMBER:

CUSTOMER DEC NUMBER:
CUSTOMER CONTACT:
CUSTOMER ADDRESS:
CUSTOMER PHONE
NUMBER:
VAXstation 3100 Model 40 ____

SYSTEM UPGRADED: VAXstation 3100 Model 30 ____
(check one)
DATE INSTALLATION PERFORMED:
MODULES PACKAGED FOR RETURN: (fill in appropriate lines)
MODULE

SERIAL NUMBER

(Customer Signature)

(Customer Service Signature)

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

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100 Upgrade and Return Forms

CUSTOMER SERVICE INSTALLATION RECEIPT
This document acts as a customer receipt and as verification for Customer
Service that the upgrade kit installation has been completed.
CUSTOMER SERVICE:

Complete both copies of this form and give a copy to the
customer and a copy to local CAS for filing with
the customer documents.

CUSTOMER:

Digital will contact you within the next few days. Keep
this copy as your record of installation by DIGITAL.

RETURN AUTHORIZATION
NUMBER:
NAME OF CAS CONTACT:
CUSTOMER SERVICE
CONTACT:
CUSTOMER SERVICE
PHONE NUMBER:

CUSTOMER DEC NUMBER:
CUSTOMER CONTACT:
CUSTOMER ADDRESS:
CUSTOMER PHONE
NUMBER:
VAXstation 3100 Model 40 ____

SYSTEM UPGRADED: VAXstation 3100 Model 30 ____
(check one)
DATE INSTALLATION PERFORMED:
MODULES PACKAGED FOR RETURN: (fill in appropriate lines)
MODULE

SERIAL NUMBER

(Customer Signature)

(Customer Service Signature)

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

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RETURNS MATERIAL CHECKLIST
This form must be filled out and returned with the old modules/hardware
in order to clear the customer’s account.
DATE
RETURN AUTHORIZATION
NUMBER:
CUSTOMER DEC NUMBER:
CUSTOMER (COMPANY) NAME:
CUSTOMER ADDRESS:

CUSTOMER CONTACT:
CUSTOMER TELEPHONE
NUMBER:
Include This Form With the Modules/Hardware Returned

MODULES/HARDWARE BEING RETURNED
1.

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

16.

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CUSTOMER CONTACT:
CUSTOMER TELEPHONE
NUMBER:
Include This Form With the Modules/Hardware Returned

MODULES/HARDWARE BEING RETURNED
1.

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

16.

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CUSTOMER CONTACT:
CUSTOMER TELEPHONE
NUMBER:
Include This Form With the Modules/Hardware Returned

MODULES/HARDWARE BEING RETURNED
1.

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

16.

Index
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Ethernet ID ROM Location, 7, 25,
54, 84

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