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Document:	MicroVAX 3100 Model 40 to Model 90 Upgrade Guide
Order Number:	EK-A0612-UP
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MicroVAX 3100
Model 40 to Model 90
Upgrade Guide
Order Number: EK-A0612-UP.001

September 1992
This guide describes how to install the MicroVAX 3100 Model 40 to
Model 90 Upgrade Kits.

Revision Information:

Digital Equipment Corporation
Maynard, Massachusetts

This is a new manual.

September 1992
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.
© Digital Equipment Corporation 1992.
All Rights Reserved.
The postpaid Reader’s Comments forms at the end of this document request your critical
evaluation to assist in preparing future documentation.
The following are trademarks of Digital Equipment Corporation: DEC, DECnet, Digital,
MicroVAX, Rdb, VAX, VAX DOCUMENT, OpenVMS, VMS, and the DIGITAL logo.

This document was prepared using VAX DOCUMENT, Version 2.1.

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

1 Installing the Upgrade Kits
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6

Upgrade Kit Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Export Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Upgrade Procedure for Digital Services Representatives . . . . . . .
Upgrade Procedure for Self-Maintenance Customers . . . . . . . . . .
Differences Between the MicroVAX 3100 Model 40 and the
MicroVAX 3100 Model 90 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the MicroVAX 3100 Model 40 to Model 90 Upgrade
Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1–2
1–2
1–3
1–4
1–5
1–7

A Module Return Procedure for Digital Services
B Module Return Procedure for Self-Maintenance Customers
C Module Return Procedure Forms
Figures
1–1
1–2

Unique Features on the Model 90 CPU Module . . . . . . . . . . .
New Serial Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1–6
1–10

iii

Tables
1–1
1–2
1–3

System Upgrade Kit Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Differences Between the Model 40 and Model 90 CPU
Module Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Model 90 System Part Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1–2
1–7
1–10

Preface
This guide describes how to install and test the MicroVAX™ 3100 Model 40
to Model 90 upgrade kits (47GAX-C9, 47GAX-E9, 47GEX-C9, 47GEX-E9,
47GAX-CA, 47GAX-EA, 47GEX-CA, and 47GEX-EA).

Audience
This guide is intended for Digital™ Services representatives or selfmaintenance customers who want to install the MicroVAX 3100 Model 40
to Model 90 upgrade kits.

Structure of This Guide
This guide is divided into one chapter and three appendixes:
•

Chapter 1 describes how to upgrade a MicroVAX 3100 Model 40 system to
a Model 90 system.

•

Appendix A describes the module return procedure for Digital Services
personnel

•

Appendix B describes the module return procedure for self-maintenance
customers.

•

Appendix C contains the upgrade forms and European module return
labels.

Additional Information
The following documents provide additional information that you require to
upgrade a Model 40 system to a Model 90 system:
•

MicroVAX 3100 Platform BA42-B Enclosure Maintenance manual (EKA0511-MG)

•

MicroVAX 3100 Platform KA50 CPU System Maintenance manual
(EK-A0514-MG)

These manuals are part of the MicroVAX 3100 Platform Maintenance
Information Kit (QZ-K44AC-GZ).

Conventions
The following conventions are used in this guide:

Convention

Description

Monospace

Text displayed on labels or on the screen is shown in monospace
type.

Monospace
bold

User input is shown in monospace bold.

italic type

Italic type emphasizes important information and indicates the
complete titles of manuals.

Uppercase

Words in uppercase indicate a command.

Note

A note contains information of special importance to the reader.

Caution

A caution contains information to prevent damage to the equipment.

1
Installing the Upgrade Kits
This chapter describes how to install a MicroVAX 3100 Model 40 to Model 90
upgrade kit. It contains information on the following:
•

Upgrade kit contents

•

Export compliance

•

Upgrade procedure for Digital Services representatives

•

Upgrade procedure for self-maintenance customers

•

Differences between the MicroVAX 3100 Model 40 and the MicroVAX 3100
Model 90

•

Installing the MicroVAX 3100 Model 40 to Model 90 Upgrade Kits

Installing the Upgrade Kits 1–1

1.1 Upgrade Kit Contents
Table 1–1 lists the contents of the upgrade kits.
Table 1–1 System Upgrade Kit Parts
Quantity
Part Number

Description

-C9

-E9

-CA

-EA

Parts Common to All Kits
36-15946-01

Product conversion label

36-26123-07

Return label for U.S.

36-36394-02

Serial label showing the product ID

70-29672-01

Model 90 CPU module with 16M bytes of memory

70-29672-02

Model 90 CPU module with 64M bytes of memory

74-37642-27

Medallion, MicroVAX 3100 Model 90

EK-A0612-UP.001

Upgrade Guide

1
1

Parts Specific to the 47GAX-nn Kits
QL-005AL-TH

OpenVMS™ VAX™ Base/IA upgrade license

Parts Specific to the 47GEX-nn Kits
QL-005AL-GH

DECnet™–VAX 3100 Model 40 to Model 90 upgrade
license

QL-005AP-62

OpenVMS VAX Base MicroVAX 3100 license

QL-MA4AP-AA

VAX Rdb™ VMS run-time license

QL-XULA9-BC

OpenVMS VAX I/A 2 user license

1.2 Export Compliance
Note
This material is supplied under a U.S. Export License. It is imperative
that the replaced parts are returned to Digital Equipment Corporation
to comply with the U.S. Export License regulations.

1–2 Installing the Upgrade Kits

1.3 Upgrade Procedure for Digital Services Representatives
To upgrade a MicroVAX 3100 Model 40 to a Model 90 system, follow these
steps:
1. If necessary, back up the system software before setting the on/off switch
on the system unit to the off (O) position.
2. Complete the upgrade procedure following the steps in Section 1.6, then
return to this procedure.
Note
You must ensure that the replaced parts are returned to Digital™ to
comply with the U.S. Export license regulations and to ensure that the
customer receives credit.

3. Return the replaced parts following the steps in Appendix A.

Installing the Upgrade Kits 1–3

1.4 Upgrade Procedure for Self-Maintenance Customers
To upgrade a MicroVAX 3100 Model 40 to a Model 90 system, follow these
steps:
Note
To do the following procedure, you must be a qualified self-maintenance
customer. If you are not qualified to do the upgrade procedure, contact
your Digital Services representative to schedule a system upgrade.

1. Back up the system software before setting the on/off switch on the system
unit to the off (O) position.
2. Complete the upgrade procedure following the steps in Section 1.6, then
return to this procedure.
Note
You must return the replaced parts to comply with the export
regulations. These parts are the property of Digital.

3. Return the replaced parts following the steps in Appendix B.

1–4 Installing the Upgrade Kits

1.5 Differences Between the MicroVAX 3100 Model 40 and
the MicroVAX 3100 Model 90
The MicroVAX 3100 Model 90 has a number of significant differences compared
with the MicroVAX 3100 Model 40. Figure 1–1 shows the unique features
on the Model 90 CPU Module. Table 1–2 describes the differences between
the Model 40 and Model 90 CPU Module features. Use the information in
Figure 1–1 and Table 1–2 to ensure that you install the upgrade kit correctly.
For more information see the MicroVAX 3100 Model 90 BA42-B Enclosure
Maintenance manual and the MicroVAX 3100 Model 90 Options manual.

Installing the Upgrade Kits 1–5

Figure 1–1 Unique Features on the Model 90 CPU Module

5
Not Used

Memory
Set 1

1
DSW42
Input/Output Cable

Console
(MMJ Port 3)

Memory
Set 0

PUSH

DHW42
Logic Board

PUSH

DSW42
Logic Board
GA_EN00190A_92A

1–6 Installing the Upgrade Kits

Table 1–2 Differences Between the Model 40 and Model 90 CPU Module
Features

!
"
#

$
%

Model 40

Model 90

Console is port 0.

Console is port 3.

Memory is installed as a bank of
two memory modules.

Memory is installed as a set of four memory
modules.

Memory must be installed in
banks in the following order:

Memory must be installed in sets in the
following order:

•

Bank 1—1L+1H

•

Set 0—0A+0B+0C+0D

•

Bank 2—2L+2H

•

Set 1—1E+1F+1G+1H

•

Bank 3—3L+3H

Looking from the front of the
BA42-B enclosure, the DHW42
logic board is on the right of the
DSW42 logic board.

Looking from the front of the BA42-B
enclosure, the DHW42 logic board is on
the left of the DSW42 logic board.

The DSW42 input/output cable
fits into the single connector
provided.

Looking from the front of the BA42-B
enclosure, the DSW42 input/output cable fits
into the rear connector of the two connectors
provided on the CPU module. The first
connector is not used.

1.6 Installing the MicroVAX 3100 Model 40 to Model 90
Upgrade Kits
To install one of the MicroVAX 3100 Model 40 to Model 90 upgrade kits, follow
these steps:
1. Give all system users advance notice that the system is shutting down.
2. Unpack the contents of the upgrade kit.
When unpacking the contents of the upgrade kit, keep the packing
material. You can use it to pack the replaced module when returning it to
Digital.
3. Shut down the system.
To shut down the system, follow these steps:
a. Shut down the operating system software and halt the system.
b. Set the on/off switch on any peripherals connected to the system to the
off (O) position.
Installing the Upgrade Kits 1–7

Set the on/off switch on the system unit to the off (O) position.

4. Disconnect any cables connected to the system unit.
Caution
Wear an antistatic wrist strap connected to a grounded antistatic
workstation or an antistatic mat before you handle the system field
replaceable units (FRUs).

5. Remove the KA45-AA CPU module by following steps 1 to 14 in the section
entitled, Removing the CPU Module, in Chapter 3 of the MicroVAX 3100
Platform BA42-B Enclosure Maintenance manual.
6. Install the KA50-AA CPU module.
To install the KA50-AA CPU module, follow these steps:
a. Remove the Ethernet ID ROM from the KA50-AA CPU module and
install it in the KA45-AA CPU module.
b. Install the Ethernet ID ROM that you removed from the KA45-AA
CPU module in the KA50-AA CPU module.
This step ensures that the system maintains the same Ethernet
address after you have completed the upgrade.
c.

Follow steps 2 to 6 in the section entitled, Replacing the CPU Module,
in Chapter 3 of the MicroVAX 3100 Platform BA42-B Enclosure
Maintenance manual.
Note

If the Model 40 system was configured with 8M bytes or 24M bytes of
memory, you cannot use the same memory configuration in the Model
90 system.

d. Install the MS44 or MS44L memory modules supplied with the kit by
reversing the instructions in step 3 in the section entitled, Removing
an MS44 or MS44L Memory Module, in Chapter 3 of the MicroVAX
3100 Platform BA42-B Enclosure Maintenance manual.

1–8 Installing the Upgrade Kits

See the section entitled, Model 90 Memory Configurations, in Chapter 1
of the MicroVAX 3100 Platform BA42-B Enclosure Maintenance manual
for information on configuring memory in Model 90 systems.
Note
You must return any unused memory modules with the KA45 CPU
Module.

Follow steps 8 to 11 in the section entitled, Replacing the CPU Module,
in Chapter 3 of the MicroVAX 3100 Platform BA42-B Enclosure
Maintenance manual to complete the installation procedure.

7. Reinstall the system unit.
To reinstall the system unit, follow the procedures described in the section
entitled, Installing the BA42-B System, in Chapter 2 of the MicroVAX 3100
Platform BA42-B Enclosure Maintenance manual.
8. Examine the results of the system self-tests.
The MicroVAX 3100 Platform KA50 CPU System Maintenance manual
describes how to interpret the results of these self-tests.
9. Enter the following command to test the system configuration:
>>> SHOW CONFIG
The MicroVAX 3100 Platform KA50 CPU System Maintenance manual
describes how to interpret the results of this command.
10. Place the product conversion label (PCL) (36-15946-01) on the bottom
right-hand corner of the rear bezel, below the power switch.
11. Write the following information on the label.
a. Write the part number of the Model 40 system (450ZM-B9) beside the
word From on the label.
b. Write the part number of the Model 90 system beside the word To on
the label.
The part number for the Model 90 system depends on the upgrade kit
installed (see Table 1–3).

Installing the Upgrade Kits 1–9

Table 1–3 Model 90 System Part Numbers
Part Number

Upgrade Kit

47ZBM-A9

47GAX-C9, 47GEX-C9, 47GAX-CA, 47GEX-CA

47ZBM-B9

47GAX-E9, 47GEX-E9, 47GAX-EA, 47GEX-EA

12. Cut the new serial label in half, part number 36-36394-02, as shown in
Figure 1–2, and discard the left-hand part. Place the remaining part of
the new serial label on the right-hand side of the old serial label, which is
located on the top left-hand corner of the rear bezel.
Figure 1–2 New Serial Label

Model

Hz 50-60 V~ 100-120 / 220-240
W 215
A 3.0 / 1.5

DEC

36-36394-02.B01

1
GA_EN00188D_92A

13. Replace the medallion on the top left-hand corner of the front of the system
unit.
To replace the medallion, follow these steps:
CAUTION
Use the flat-headed screwdriver carefully to avoid damaging the plastic
front bezel.

a. Insert a small flat-headed screwdriver under the bottom right-hand
corner of the medallion and gently lever it off.

1–10 Installing the Upgrade Kits

b. Remove the protective cover on the adhesive back of the replacement
Model 90 medallion and insert it in the vacant medallion slot on the
front of the system unit.
14. Follow the procedure described in Appendix A (Digital Services) or
Appendix B (self-maintenance customers) to return the KA45-AA CPU
module to Digital.

Installing the Upgrade Kits 1–11

A
Module Return Procedure for Digital
Services
Note
This appendix is for Digital Services personnel only.

This appendix describes how to repackage and return replaced modules to
Digital. The conversion agreement with Digital is not complete until you
complete the procedure in this appendix. This procedure applies only to U.S.
and European installations. For information on returning modules in other
locations, contact the local Digital Customer Administration Services (CAS)
office.
To repackage and return replaced modules to Digital, follow these steps:
Note
See Appendix C for the forms referenced in the following procedure.

1. If you do not have the information needed to complete the return
procedure, contact your local Digital CAS office. You need the following
information:
•

Return authorization (RA) number

•

Digital order number

•

Name of the CAS representative

•

Branch office that arranges the pickup and return of the module

2. Use the packaging material set aside from the upgrade kit to pack the
replaced modules in the empty shipping cartons.

Module Return Procedure for Digital Services A–1

3. Complete the Digital Services Worksheet. It documents the work that you
performed.
Return that worksheet to your contract administrator at the branch office.
4. Complete both of the following:
•

Installation Receipt–Customer Copy
The Installation Receipt–Customer Copy is for the customer to keep.
It shows that the installation was completed and that Digital Services
contacted CAS.

•

Installation Receipt–Digital Services Copy
Return the Installation Receipt–Digital Services Copy to the CAS office
to ensure that the customer receives credit for the replaced modules.

5. Complete the Return Material Checklist.
Return the checklist with the replaced modules.
6. For U.S. installations, place one of the self-adhesive mailing labels
contained in this kit on each module box that you are returning.
Write the RA number, Digital order number, and package number in the
spaces provided on each label.
7. For European installations, remove a mailing label supplied in Appendix C
and attach it to each module box that you are returning.
Write the RA number, Digital order number, and package number in the
spaces provided on each label.
8. Seal the box for shipment.
Digital arranges for the module to be picked up and returned from the
customer’s site.
Contact your local account representative if you have further questions on this
return procedure.

A–2 Module Return Procedure for Digital Services

B
Module Return Procedure for
Self-Maintenance Customers
Note
This appendix is for self-maintenance customers only.

Contact your Digital account representative for information on the module
return procedure that applies to you. You must return the replaced modules to
Digital to comply with the U.S. Export License requirements and to ensure you
receive credit.

Module Return Procedure for Self-Maintenance Customers B–1

C
Module Return Procedure Forms
This appendix contains the following forms:
•

Digital Services Worksheet

•

Installation Receipt—Customer Copy

•

Installation Receipt—Digital Services Copy

•

Return Material Checklist

•

European Module Return Label

Module Return Procedure Forms C–1

Digital Services Worksheet
MicroVAX 3100 Model 40 to Model 90
Upgrade (47GAX-nn and 47GEX-nn)
This form verifies the work performed on the system and acts as a check on
the procedures used. Please fill out this form and return it to your contract
administrator for updating the customer’s contract.
Customer:
System Serial Number:

Old System Name: MicroVAX 3100 Model 40
Old System Model Number: 450ZM-B9
Old CPU Module Serial Number:

New System Name: MicroVAX 3100 Model 90
New System Model Number: 47ZBM-A9 or 47ZBM-B91
New CPU Module Serial Number:
Return Authorization Number:
Digital Order Number:

Delete as appropriate. See Table 1–3 for information about which new part number
to use to replace old part numbers.

Module Return Procedure Forms C–3

Installation Receipt—Customer Copy
MicroVAX 3100 Model 40 to Model 90
Upgrade (47GAX-nn and 47GEX-nn)
This form is the customer’s receipt and is verification for Digital Services that
the upgrade kit (47GAX-nn or 47GEX-nn) was installed.
Digital Services: Complete both copies of this form. Give a copy to the
customer and a copy to the local CAS office for filing with customer documents.
Customer: Digital will contact you within the next few days to arrange to
pick up and return your module. Keep this copy as your record of installation
by Digital.
Name of CAS representative:
Branch Office that arranges for package pick up and return
.
Return Authorization Number:
Digital Order Number:
Converted from: MicroVAX 3100 Model 40
Old CPU Module Serial Number:
Converted to: MicroVAX 3100 Model 90
New CPU Module Serial Number:
Installation was performed on this day:
CPU Module Packed for Return: (54-20654-01 [KA45-AA]) Quantity:
Customer Name:

Phone Number:

Signatures:
Customer:
Digital Services Representative:

Module Return Procedure Forms C–5

Installation Receipt—Digital Services Copy
MicroVAX 3100 Model 40 to Model 90
Upgrade (47GAX-nn and 47GEX-nn)
This form is the customer’s receipt and is verification for Digital Services that
upgrade kit (47GAX-nn or 47GEX-nn) was installed.
Digital Services: Complete both copies of this form. Give a copy to the
customer and a copy to the local CAS office for filing with customer documents.
Customer: Digital will contact you within the next few days to arrange to
pick up and return your module. Keep this copy as your record of installation
by Digital.
Name of CAS representative:
Branch Office that arranges for package pick up and return
.
Return Authorization Number:
Digital Order Number:
Converted from: MicroVAX 3100 Model 40
Old CPU Module Serial Number:
Converted to: MicroVAX 3100 Model 90
New CPU Module Serial Number:
Installation was performed on this day:
CPU Module Packed for Return: (54-20654-01 [KA45-AA]) Quantity:

Customer Name:

Phone Number:

Signatures:
Customer:
Digital Services Representative:

Module Return Procedure Forms C–7

Return Material Checklist
MicroVAX 3100 Model 40 to Model 90
Upgrade (47GAX-nn and 47GEX-nn)
This form must be filled in and returned with the old modules to clear the
customer’s account.

CPU Module Packed for Return: (54-20654-01 [KA45-AA]), Quantity:
Return Authorization Number:
Digital Order Number:
Customer Name:
Customer Address:

Customer Contact:

Include this form with the modules that you are returning.

Module Return Procedure Forms C–9

European Module Return Label

Ship to:
Digital Equipment Corporation
Attention: TREG JGO/SR 251
Nijmegen
THE NETHERLANDS
RA#
DEC#
Package #

Module Return Procedure Forms C–11