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B400X Expander Installation

Order Number EK-400AA-MG-001

Digital Equipment Corporation
Maynard, Massachusetts

First Printing, Decomber 1980

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This document was prepared using VAX DOCUMEN'{, Verzion 1.2.

Contents
ix

Preface

Chapter 1

System Overview
1-1

1.1
1.2
1.3
14
1.5
16
1.7
1.7.1

Introduction .. ... ... ...ttt
Factory-Configured Installations . .....................
... .. .c..u...
AddOnlinstallations .................

1-8

1.7.2
18
1.9
1.10
111

Shutdown Sequence . .. ..........
... v
i i e
FanTray ... .o ii ittt it
DSSI and SCSI Connector Panels . ....................

1-9
1-12

StatusPanel . ....... .. ... ... ... . i,
i
FCCandEOSClips ..........coiviii

1-13
1-14

OpeningtheFrontDoor...................
... .......
e
ttt
MassStorage . ... ...
Backplane ... ....... ... ... .. ...

1-3
1-4

PowerSupply...... ..o

1-8

General Description . .. ...... . ... ... ...

Chapter 2

1-7

1-12

Installation

s
Intreduchion . ... ...t
2.1
Installing Factory-Configured Expanded Systems .........
2.2
Installing Expanders to Existing Systems ...............
2.3
Preparing the System for Expansion .................
23.1
Verifying Site Preparation . ........................
23.2
BackingUptheSoftware..........................
233
Shutting Dowr: ‘he Operating System . . ..............
234
Testing the Existing System . .. .....................
235
Running the Configure Utility to Configure Added Devices
23.6
2.3.7

1-2
1-2

Unpacking the B400X Shipment .. ..................

2-1
2-1

2-1
2-2
2-2
2-2
2-3
2-3
23
2-3

238

PositioningtheSystem.....................
...,

2-7

239

Modifying the System for Expansion . ................

2-7

2.3.10

Preparing to Remove the Backplane Termination SIPs

fromtheSystem..............ccoiiiiiiiiiiinnn.

2.3.11

Removing Modules from Slots 9, 10, 11, and 12 in the

17«

2.3.12

Removing the Termination Resistor SIPs from the

Backplane ............coiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiia..

2-10

Installing the Q-Bus Expansion Module in the System . ..
Modifying the Expander Before Cabling to the System . . . ..

2-11
2-12

24.1

.000.
Installing Storage Devices ..................

2-12

24.11

Configuring Bus NodeIDPlugs ... ................

2-13

24.12

Labeling RF-Series ISEs for Systems with Multiple

2.3.13

2.4

na
i
DSSIBuSSES .. ......0vtiuitinnae

2-16

Configuring Modules on the Expanded Q-Bus Backplane ...
2.5
Factors That Determine Module Order ...............
2.5.1

2-17
2-17

252

RequiredModule Order .. .............. ..ot

2,53

Recommended Relative ModuleOrder ................

2-19

2,564

2-21

Checking System Configuration Worksheets ...........
i,
.
.......
..
ReloeatingModules . .......

2.7

.. ... ...,
InstallingNewModules...................

271
2.72
2.7.3

Module Identity Labels and External Cables . ... .......
Installing the Q-Bus Expansion Module in the Expander .
Connecting Q-Bus ExpansionCables . ................

274

RelocatingModules ..................
... oL

2.7.5

Installing the KFQSA Module in the Expander .........

2.8

Connectingthe DSSICable ................
... ......

Connecting SCSICubles ...............ciiii...

29.1

Connecting a SCSI Cable from the System to the B400X

2.92
2.10

Ezpander ............citiiniiiiitnnnnenneeenns

Connecting the SCSI Cable to 2 KZQSA Module Internal

. i,
... ......
totheExsander ......
Connecting Power BusCables ........................

212

ConnectingGround Cables...........................
... ..
ConnectingPowerCables..................

2.13

Turning On an Expanded System .....................

2.14

Verifying System Operation . ... .........
...
...

2.11

2.15

Replacing HandlesandCovers. .. .....................

247

2.16

Verifying the Ground Connections of New Modules ........

2-47

2.17

ClosingtheDoor ...........
... .0 iiiiinnannn.

2-50

Appendix A

Configuring
the KFQSA

KFQSAOverview...............¢cotiirinenennnennns

A-1

For Add-On Expanders: Configuring the KFQSA at
Installation ..................
it iinirenninnns.

A-2

A21

EnteringConsole /OMode ........................

A22

Displaying Current Addresses . .....................

A-5

A23

Running the Configure Utility . .....................

A-6

A?2

Programmingthe KFQSA ..............
... ... ... ....

A-8

Appendix B

Programming Parameters for RF-Series ISEs

B.1

RF-SeriesISEParameters...........................

B-1

B.2

Enteringthe DUPDriver Utility . .....................

B-6

B.3

SettingAllocationClass ..................c.cvnnn

B-7

SettingUni¢tNumber.....................0ciiiiunnn

B-8

Bb5

SettingNodeName .................cciiiiiiiennn. B-10

SettingSystemID ...............
... .
il B-10

B.7

Exitingthe DUPServer Utility .......................

Appendix C

Related Documentation

Appendix D

Maintenance Notes

Appendix E

B400X Expanoar FRUs

index

B-11

Examples

A-1 KFQSA (M7769) Service Mode Switch Settings . ..........
A-2 Entering Console Mode Display .......................
A-3 SHOWQBUSDisplay .............ciiiiiiiiiiinnnn.
.
i,
...
.......
A-4 ConfigureDisplay .........
A-5 Display for Programmingthe KFQSA . .................
A6 SHOWQBUSDisplay ............oiiiiiiiiiiinnnn.
B-1 SHOW DSSI Display (Embedded DSSI). . ...............
B-2 SHOW UQSSP Display (KFQSA-Based DSSI). ...........
B-3 Starting the DUP Driver Utility (Embedded DSSD ..... ...
B—4 Starting the CUP Driver Utility (KFQSA-Based DSSI) . . . ..
B-5 Setting Allocation Class for a Specified ISE..............
B—6 Setting a Unit Number for a Specified ISE ..............
B-7 Changing a Node Name for a Specified ISE..............
B-8 Changing a System ID fora Specified ISE. ..............
B-9 Emting the DUP Driver Utility for a Specified ISE ... ... ..
B-10 SHOWDSSIDisplay . ..........c0iiiiiiiininan
..
B-11 SHOW UQSSP Display (KFQSA-Based DSSI)............

A-4
A-5
A-5
A-T7
A-9
A-11

B-5
B-6
B-7
B-7

B-8
B-9
B-10
B-11

B-12
B-12
B-13

Figures
1-1

1-2
1-3
1-4
1-5
1-6

1-7

1-8
2-1

2-2
2-3

2-4
2-5
26

2-7

B400X Expander ..............ctiiriiiiniiiiianan,
KeyPositions . ... .......c.cci.titiiminirnnrnnnns

1-1
1-3

B400X MassStorage Area .............-..covvnivennnn

RF-Series ISEFrontPanel...........................
RZ-SeriesISEFront Panel...........................
Power Supply Controls and Indicators . . ................

1-5
1-7
1-10

DSSI and SCSI ConnectorPanels .. ...................
i,
i ....
...
StatusPanel ............

1-13
1-14

Shipping Carton Contents (Add-On Expander) ...........

2-5

Moving the ExpanderintoPlace ......................
Removing Modules withHandles . .. ...................
Removing Backplane Termination SIPs (System Only) ... ..

2-7
2-10
2-11
Placementof @-BusModules ......................... 2-12
Recommended Bus Node Identities . ................... 2-14
InsertingBusNodeIDPlugs ......................... 2-16

Attaching a Unit Number Label to the ISE Front Panel . ...
2-9

Bus Grant Continuity Path and Sample Configuration ... ..

2-10

Expanded System Configuration Worksheet for the BA430
Enclosure: VAX 4000 Model 200 or DECsystem 5500 ......

2-11

Expanded System Configuration Worksheet for the BA440
Enclosure: VAX 4000 Model 300 ......................

2-12

Expanded System Configuration Worksheet for the B400X
Expander ........... ...ttt it
raraananns

2-13

ConnectingQ-BusCables. . .......................
...

2-14

KFQSA Module Relocated inthe Expander ..............

2-15

Attaching the DSSI Terminator . ......
. ..............

2-16

Connecting the DSSI Cable to the B400X Expander .......

2-17

DSSI Cablir.z for Expanded VAX 4000 Model 300 . ........

2-18

DSSI Cabling for Expanded VAX 4000 Model 200 or

DECsystem 6500 . ... ........ ... ¢t
innnnas
2-19

Removing the SCSI Connector Protective Cover ..........

2-20

Connecting the SCSI Cable to the Expander .............

2-21

SCSI Cabling for Expanded DECsystem 5509 ............

2-22

SCSI Cabling for Expanded VAX 4000 ..................

2-23

Removing the SCSI Connector Protective Cover ..........

2-24

0.91 m (3 ft) SCSI Cable Connection to Internal KZQSA
Storage Adapter . .. ...ttt
e

2-25

Sample Power Bus Configuration. .....................

2-26

ConnectingaGround Cable . .........................

2-27

PowerCables .. ............
.. 000t ininiennnnnns

2-28

Connecting the Power Cable to the B400X Expander ......

2-29

Connecting the Power Cable to the System ..............
Making Ground Connections with Gap Fillers............

A-1

KFQSA Module Layout (M7769) ......................

B-1

Attaching a Unit Number Label to the ISE Front Panel . ...

vii

Tables
1-1

RF-Series ISE: Controls and Indicators . ................

1-6

1-2

Power Supply Controls and Indicators . . ................

1-11

2-1

Factory-Configured B400X Shipment Contents ...........

2-2

Add-On B4n0X Shipment Centents .. .............cc...
Required M.odule Placement on the BA430 Enclosure . . . ...
Required Module Placement on the BA440 Enciosure ... ...
Powerand Busload Data ...........................
Module IdentityLabels .............................

2-6
2-18
2-18
2-21
2-26

How the VMS Operating System Identifies the ISEs.......
B400X Expander FRUS ..............civiitiiennnn.

B4
E-1

B400X Expander External Cables .....................
B400X Expander Miscellaneous Components.............

E-1
E-1

2-3
24
2-5
2-6

B-1

E~1
E-2

E-3

vill

Preface
This manual provides installsiion information for the B400X Q-bus and
mass storage expander on the BA400-series enclosure-based systems. The
B400X mass storage expander holds up to four integrated storage elements

(ISEs) and can expand the system Q-bus by up to 11 additionsal slots

to provide mass storage expansion for any BA400-series enclosure-based
system.

The manual provides information for installing both factory-configured
expanders and add-ons.

The B400X expander supports both Digital Storage System Interconrect
SDS_SI) and Small Computer System Interconnect (SCSI) mass storage
evices.

NOTE: VAX 4000 systems do not support RZ-series ISEs.

In this manual, the term system is used as an abbreviation for the full
description of the system, which is a BA400-series enclosure-based system.

intended Audience
Thie document is intended only for Digital Customer Services personnel
and gqualified self-mainterance customers.

Organization
This manual has two chapters and five appendixes:

Chapter 1 provides & system overview.

Chapter 2 provides step-by-step installution procedures.

Appendix A explains the programming of the KFFQSA.

Appendix B explains how to program parameters for RF-gserier ISEs.

Appendix C lists related documentation.

Appendix D contains maintenance notes.

Appendiz E lists field replaceable units (FRUs).

Warr.ings, Cautions, and Notes
Warnings, cautions, and notes appear throughout this gui’e. They have
the following meanings:
WARNING

Provides information to prevent personal injury.

CAUTION

Providee information to prevent demage to equipment or software.

NOTE

Providee general information absut the current topic.

The following symbols appear on the system power supply. Please review
their definitions below.

This warning symbol indicates risk of electrical shock.

Warning.

‘A

To reduce the risk of injury, do not remove

modules, Integrated Stor:ge Elements (ISEs), or the power

supply. No user-serviceable parts are inside. Refer servicing
questions to your Digital Customer Services representative
or to your qualified self-maintenance personnel.
This equipment has not been designed for connection to a
power system (a power system without a directly grounded
neutral conductor).

This equipment shouid be plugged into a properly grounded
receptacle only.

This system contains an automatic voltage select pcwer
supply.
Voltage selection is not required prior to
installation.

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Chapter 1

System Overview
1.1 introduction
This chapter describes the B400X expander, which is a member of the
BA400 series of enclosures. The B400X expander is shown in Figure 1-1.
Figure 1-1:

B400X Expander

MLO-004032

The B400X expander allows you to expand the mass storage capacity
of BA400-series enclosure-based systems by up to four RF/RZ-series
integrated storage elements (ISEs) or by one tape drive (TK-series tape
drive or TLZ04) and up to three ISEs.

NOTE: VAX 4000 systems do not support RZ-series ISEs.

The B400X can also erpand the system Q-bus by up to 11 additional slots.

System Overview

1i-1

Iqstallation procedures vary depending o, whether the B400X is factoryconfigured or an addition to an existing system.

1.2 Factory-Configured Installations
If you are installing a factory-configured system with a B400X expander,
install the system first, up to the point of attaching additional devices. See
Section 2.2 {0 install the B400X expander.

1.3 Add-On Installations
This manual provides instructions for adding B400X expanders to existing
systems. 70 install the B400X as an add-on unit, you will need to complete
all sections of this manual.

See Appendix A for instructions ¢n programming the KFQSA module and

Appendix B for instructions on setting ISE parameters.

1-2

B400X Expander Installation

1.4 Opening the Front Door
The front of the expander has a divided door that can be locked to prohibit
or restrict access to ISE, tape drive, and expander controls. A three-position
rotary lock allows you to lock both the upper and lower doo:s or to lock just
the lower door. Opening the upper door allows you to access the storage
device controls in the mass storage area and the status panel. Opening the
entire door allows you to access all expander and storage device controls.
Figure 1-2 shows the three key positions and the controls accessible in each
position.
Figure 1-2:

Key Posgltions

Door Handie

Rotary Key Lock
Top Key Position:
Access to Status Panel,
ISE, and
Tape Drive Controls and
indicators (Upper Door)
Middle Key Pesition:

No Access to Controls

Bottom Key Position:
Access to Power Switch,
All Controls and Indicators

{Both Doors)

Opening and Closing the Divided Door

Open and close the door as follows:

Insert the key in the lock on the front door. Turn the key to the top
position to open just the upper portion of the door or to the bottom
position to open the entire door.

With the key in the bottom position, the upper and lower portions of
the door will open together.

System Overview

1-3

Swing the door open.

To close the door, simply reverse the procedure. When pushing the
doors closed, push gently at the top right of the upper door and bottom
right of the lower door.

1.5 Mass Storage
The B400X expander provides room for up to four RF/RZ-series ISEs
(see Figure 1-3) or one tape drive (TK-series or TLZ04) and up to three
ISEs. Each RF/RZ-series ISE has its own built-in controller. A special
hardware assembly is mounted to the ISE when it is installed in a BA400series enclosure. This allows the ISE device to plug into the BA400-series
backplane with no cables.
Figure 1-3:

B400X Mass Storage Area

] Mass Storage Area
MLO-005271

1-4

B400X Expander installation

Each RF-series ISE has its own front panel with controls and i-.dicators,
and a DSSI bus node ID plug, (see Figure 1-4). Front panels for RZseries ISEs have no controls or indicators, only a SCSI bus node ID plug
(Figure 1-5).

NOTE: All B400X expanders have panels for four ISEs.

If the expander

has less than four ISEs, the ISE cavity is covered by a blank panel with no
controls or indicators. The front panels are required to meet int-rnational
regulatory standards and to maintain proper airflow.
Figure 1-4:

RF-Series ISE Front Panel

=
/./|

Bus Node
D Piug

Write-Protect Button

Fault indicator
W1L.0-004044

System Overview

1-5

Table 1-1 describes the RF-geries ISE front panel controls and indicators.

Table 1~1:

FRF-Series ISE: Controls and indicators

OoCP

Control or

Indicator

Setting

Bus Node ID

Installed

Description

plug

Red LED

Function
Identifies the bus node num-

ber of the ISE to the system

as well as the unit number
by default. ISEs are usually
provided bus node numbere 0
through 6.

Removed

Fault

On
off

DSSI address undefined. If
drive is present, drive-faults
LED lighta.

Indicates a faulty drive or an

undefined DSS] uddresa.

Drive funitioning correctly

end DSS] address defined

(normsl operating condition).

Flashing

Ready/Run

Switch
LED

Switch

LED

In
LED on

ISE is on line (normal operating condition). Syetem can

Out

ISE is off line.

Out

Systam can read from and

LED off

In
LED on

1-6 B400X Expander Installation

calibrations

being performed.
Front pane! failure or bus
nods ID plug is missing.

LED off

Write Protect

Module-to-host

(5 Hz)
Flashing
(10 He)

read from and write to the
ISE. Under normal operation,
the gresn LED fiashes as ssek
operations are performed.

System

cannot read from or writs to
the ISE.

write to the ISE (normal
oparating condition).

Systsm cannot write to the
{ggbutunrud&omuu

Figure 1-5:

RZ-Series ISE Front Panel

b
"
Bus Node
ID Plug
#ALO-0051085

RZ-series ISEs have a SCSI bus node ID plug that identifies the bus node
number of the ISE to the system. ISEs are usually provided bus node
numbers 0 through 6.

1.6 Backplane
The backplane for the B400X expander conmsts of four layers: two signal
layers, a power layer, and a ground layer. The etch for the DSSI bus, SCSI
bus, and Q22-bus distributes power and signals to the ISE through highdensity connectors on the backplane. Two power connectors allow the power
supply to plug into the backplane. The backplane distributes a +5.1 V and
+12.1 V to all the mass storage connectors.

System Overview

1-7

1.7 Power Supply
The B400X expander uses the H7874 power supply.

1.7.1 General Description
The H7874 power supply has two mechanically floating connectors that
plug directly into the backplane. All power supply control signals and dc
power connections to the power supply are made through these connectors.
The power supply contains autovoltage circuitry that senses input ranges
and will automatically configure itself to operate over 100-120 Vac or 220240 Vac. The power supply is a complete power unit that contains the IEC
input connector and the EMI filter.

The power supply is capable of delivering approximately 650 watts of dc
power split among +5.1, +12.1, -12.1, and +3.3 volts (the -12.1 £nd +3.3 volt
outputs are not used in the B400X expander).
To prevent damage due to overheating, the power supply monitors the
internal temperature of the enclosure and the speed of the fans. If the
power supply detects overheating or a fan failure, the power supply will
shut down the sysiem.

If the enclosure’s internal temperature approaches levels that may cause
components to overheat, an Over Temperature Warning indicator on the
status panel flashes and an alarm sounds (see Figure 1-8).

When the system shuts down due to overheating, the Over Temperature
Condition indicator on the power supply remains lit. To recover from a
shutdown, set the power switch to off (0) and wait 5 minutes before turning
on the system.
To prevent an over temperature condition, use the following precautions:
e

Make sure your system is away from heat sources.

Check that the system’s air vents are not blocked.

Check that the room temperature is within acceptable limits as specified

in the system Site Preparation manual contained in the customer
hardware information binder.

NOTE: A system mcnager may request that you override the power supply’s
temperature sensor so that the fans run at maximum speed. This action
increases overall system reliability, as the expander’s internal temperature
will be lower. Before disabling the factory setting, be sure that the increased
fan noise is not objectionable to the users. Refer to the BA430/BA440

1-8

B400X Expander Installation

Enclosure Maintenance manual for instructions on overriding the power
supply temperature sensor.

1.7.2 Shutdown Sequence
The power supply enters and completes a shutdown sequence whenever the
BPOK H signal is negated. The following conditions negate BPOK H:
Temperature sensor triggered
An overcurrent condition on the supply dc voltage outputs
An overvoltage condition on the supply dc voltage outputs
Input voltage greater than 264 Vrms or less than 176 Vrms (240 Vac)

Input voltage greater than 132 Vrms or less than 88 Vrms (120 Vac)
Fan failure
Loss of ac input

Figure 1-6 shows the controls and indicators on the power supply. Table 1-2
describes the functions of the power supply controls and indicators.

System Overview

1-8

Flgure 1-6:

Power Supply Controle and indicators

Power Supply
Power Switch

—

‘

® /——— AC Present Indicator
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— DC OK Indicator

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—

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indicator

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—— Over Tomperature

Condition Indicator

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I?E’/

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Connectors

—::—— Power Cable
Connector

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Table 1-2:

Power Supply Conirois and Indicators

Control/indicator

Fanction

AC Present indicator (orange)

Lights when the power awitch is et to an (1), and
the
ac voltage is preaent at tha input of ths power
eupply.

Powaer gwitch

The power switch is used to turn syetem power on

and off. Tho off pegition is indicated by a 0; the on
potition
is indicated by e 1.

The power switch also functions as the expander
circuit breaker. In the event of & power surge,
the breaker
will trip cavaing
the power switch to
retum to the off positicn (0). Turning
the syetem
on resets the circuit breaker. If the eirenit breaker

;ipu, wait one minute before turning the expander
ck on.

DC OK indicator (green)

When the DC OK indicator is lit, the voltages
DC OK indicator shows a problem with the power
SUpPiy.

Fan Failure indicator (ambar)

The Fan Failure indicator lighta if either of the
two cooling fans etops working.
The power

supply will automatically ehut down the system
&3 a precautionary
r~asuye when a fan feilure is
dtected

Over Tempersture Condition indicator
{(ambar)

Power bus connsctors

The Over Temperature lights if the expander has
ghut down due
to ap sver temperature condition.
Three power bus connsetors allow you to eonfigure
a power bus for syeteme expanded with the B400X
ezpander. The power bus allowe you to turn power
on and off for the system and expander through
one power supply dezignated as ths main power
supply: this way ons power switch can control
pcwar for an expanded system.

Figure 2-26

illustratee & possible power bus configuration.
MO (main out)

The main out connector of the system power

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empander.
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vonnected hore, the other end ia connscted
to the
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upply.

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Table 1-2 (Cont.):
Control/indicator
SI (secandary in)

SO (secondary out)

Power Supply Controis and Indicators
Function
The secondary in connector receives the power bus

control signal from the system’s power supply. In a
power bus with more than one expander, the power
bus signal is passed along using the secondary in
and out connectore as shown in Figure 2-25.

The secondary out connector sends the signal

down the power bus for configurations of more
than one cxpander. Figure 2-25 shows a power

bus for an expanded system.

1.8 Fan Tray
The fan tray at the bottom of the enclosure houses two 15.0-cm (6-in) dc
fans. The fans draw air through the top of the enclosure and exhaust the
air through the bottom of the enclosure.

A temperature sensor located in the power supply adjusts the fan speed
by varying the fan voltage based on the air temperature in the expander.
Power for the fans is provided through a connector that plugs into the
backplane at the rear of the fan tray. If either fan fails, the system shuts
down and the fan failure indicator on the power supply remains lit.

1.9 DSSI and SCS!I Connector Panels
Two panels, one on either side of the card cage, provide connectors for
the DSSI and SCSI busses (Figure 1-7). Two DSSI connectors allow you
to extend the system’s DSSI bus to the expander: the expander can be
part of a dual-host system or a system with multiple expanders. The single
SCSI connector allows you to extend the sys.em’'s SCSI bus (embedded SCSI
controller or KZQSA storage adapter) to the expander.

NOTE: The KZQSA storage adapter may reside in the B400X expander.

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Figure 1-7:

DSSI and SCS: Connector Panels

SCSi
Connector

DSSI
Connector

_ DSSI
Conneactor

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.
1.10 Status Panel

* status panel in the upper right corner of the enclosure provides two
indicator lights (Figure 1-8). A red Over Temperature Warning indicator
flashes to indicate that the expander’s internal temperature is approaching
a level that may cause components to overheat. In addition to the flashing
Over Temperaiure Werning indicator, an audible alarm also provides
warning of a possible over temperature coadition. If the components
continue to heat, the system will automatically shut down.
A green DC OK indicator shows that voltages are within the correct
operating range.

System Overview 1-13

Figure 1-8:

2
%
2

Status Panel

Over Temperature

=,/_ Warning Indicator
=+————DC OK

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1.11 FCC and EOS Clips
Wherevar you find bulkheads, covers, and ISE front panels on the B400X
expander, you also find electrostatic (EOS) and/or FCC clips. The function
of these clips is to suppress radio frequency output to meet various agency
requirements.

CAUTION: Be careful not to damage or deform the clips.

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Chapter 2

installation
2.1 Introguction
This chapter provides step-by-t.ep instructions for installing a B400X
expander, either as part of a factory-configured system, or as an add-on
to an existing system.

2.2 Installing Factory-Configured Expanded
Systems
If you are installing a factory-configured system, use the portions of this
manual indicated below to perform the following steps. If you have an
add-on expander, go to Section 2.3.
e

Verifying site preparation (Section 2.3.2)

Unpacking the shipment (Section 2.3.7 and Table 2-1)

Positioning the system (Section 2.3.8)

Installing the Q-bus cables (Section 2.7.3)

Installing the DSSI cable (Section 2.8)

Installing the SCSI cable (Section 2.9)

Connecting power bus cables (Section 2.10)

Connecting ground cables (Section 2.11)

Connecting power cables (Section 2.12)

Verifying system operation (Section 2.14)

2.3 Installing Expanders to Existing Systems
if you are installing this expander as an add-on to a previously installed
system, complete all the instructions provided in this chapter.

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2.3.1 Preparing the System for Expansion
Before you install a B400X add-on expander, you will need to periorm the

following preparation procedures:
¢

Verify that the site meets installation requirements.

Back up the software (customer responsibility).

Shut down the operating system (customer responsibility).

Run the MicroVAX Diagnostic Monitor (MDM) on the existing host.

Run the Configure utility to prepare for reprogramming any KFQSA
storage adapter that may be precent or (see Appendix A).

If the expanded system is part of a cluster, you must also check that the
allocaiion class of the added 1SEs matches the allocation ciass of the sysiem

(see Appendix B).

The following sections describe each of these procedures.

WNOTE: It is t1e customer’s responsibility to perform a software backup.
Make sure the customer has performed a software backup before you begin
the installation procedures.

2.3.2 Verifylng Site Preparation
The System Site Preparation Guide includes a section on site preparation
requirements. Such requirements include the physical, environmental, and
electrical requirements to operate expanders, such as the B400X expander,
which uses the BA430 enclosure.

Environmental and Power Requirements

The environmental and power requirements specified for the B400X
expander are identical to those required for the BA400-series system
enclosure. In addition, the B400X expander requires connecting a ground
cable (see Section 2.11).

2.3.3 Backing Up the Software
Software bekup is the customer’s responsibility. Be sure the customer has
backed up the software before you begin installation.

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B400X Expander Installation

2.3.4 Shutting Down the Operating System
It is the customer’s responsibility to shut down the operating system
software.

Make sure the customer shuts down the operating system software before
y:.u continue. Have the customer leave the system power on.

2.3.5 Testing the Existing System
For add-on installations, before expanding the system, run the MicroVAX
Diagnostic Monitor (MDM) and ROM-based diagnostics.

2.3.6 Running the Configurs Utility to Configure Added
Devices
When vou add or relocate modules on the backplane, you must reconfigure
the modules you relocate, and configure the new modules you are adding.
The Configure Utility determines the new CSR addresses and interrupt
vectors for the modules. Appendix A provides an example on running
the configure utility, as well as instructions on programming the KFQSA
storage adapter.

For KFQSA-based DSSI, if the total number of ISEs in the expanded system
is greater than that in the original system, you must reprogram the KFQSA

module.

IMPORTANT: If any modules in the Q-bus floating address space are to be
added to the expanded backplane, you may need to reprogram the KFQSA
module. Refer to Appendix A now to configure the KFQSA before you unpack
the B400X expander.

2.3.7 Unpacking the B400X Shipinent
WARNING: The system weighs between 50 kg (110 lb) and 68 kg (150 lb),
depending on the options installed. Use two or more people to maneuver the
system.

NOTE: Save all packing materials if you plan to reship the system.

When delivered, the B400X expander is packed in a cardboard container
attached to a shipping skid or pallet. Depending on the customer’s order,
the shipment may also include additional terminals, printers, modems,
module options, and RF-series ISEs. To unpack the shipment, follow the
steps below.

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2-3

Before unpacking the equipment, check for external shipping damage.
Report any damage to the customer’s sales representative and contact
the customer’s delivery agent. Keep all packing maierial and receipts
when filing a damage claim.

Unpack the B400X expander according to the instructions on the carton.
Check the contents against the shipping list to ensure that you have
received everything you ordered. Figure 21 shows the contents of the
shipping carton for an add-on system. The contents of the carton vary
depending on the customer’s order; that is, depending on what modules
and integrated storage elements the customer orders. Table 2-1 and
Table 2-2 list the contents for factory-configured and add-on systems.

Check the contents of the remaining cartons against the shipping list
to make sure the order is complete.

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B400X Expander Installation

Figure 2-1:

Shipping Carton Contents (Add-On Expander)

@ DSSI Cable
=
K\

Expander Cables
(BC04V-09)

fiwm

Power Control

Bus Cable

@PE> Keys to Front Door

Node 1D
SCSI Bus
P Plugs
RRRY
@%%Q
(12-28766-28)

1D
Node66-19)
8Us
0SS
BVR
W‘Q RLLE
(12-287
Plugs
LREQQ
Ground Wire
Cable

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Table 2-1:

Factory-Configured B400X Shipment Contents

Description

Quantity

Part No.

Q-bus expander cablea

BC04V_-09

External DSSI cable

BC21M-09

Power cables

1 (120 Vac)

17-00083-43

BNzs-xx! (courtry-specific)
DSSI ID plugs

12-28766-19

SCSI ID plugs

12-Z8766-28

Ground cable

12-13756-A8

Power bus cable

17-02638-01 (BCO9F-10)

Ezterna) SCSI cable

BCO6P-08

Installation checklist

EK-V4000-IN

Postal card

36-30422-52 (Europe only)

Table 2-2:

Add-On B400X Shipment Contents

Description

Quantity

Part No.

Q-bus expander it

}

BA21X-SF

Q-bus expander cables

BC04V-09

Ezpanmon module

M8404-PA

Ezpanmon module

M9405-PA

Filler Int

70-~-24505-01

External DSSI cable

BC21M-09

Power cables

1 (120 Vac)

17-00083—-43

Pow=r cables
Bus grant continuity cards-

BNxz—gx!

M8047-SA

Load module?

MS8060-YA

Extornal SCSI cable

BCO6P-06

DSSI plugs

12-28766-19

SCSI plugs

12-28766-28

Ground cable

12-13756-A8

Power bus cable

17-02638-01

Installaticn checkhst

EK-V4000--IN

Postal card

36-30422-52 (Europe only!

10Qrderable countryv-epecific pewer cable

2The B400X expander entlosure 18 shipped with grant cards occupying Q-bus alots 2, 3, and
4

8The B400X expander enclosure 15 shipped with a load module cccupying Q-bus alot 12.

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2.3.8 Positioning the System
After unpacking your system, you can move it into position at 90-degree
angles—sideways or backward and forward—as shown in Figure 2-2.
Pogition the B40GX expander to the left of the system.

During installation, leave a few inches of space behind the system for
routing cables beneath the system enclosure. Once installation is complete,
you can place the base directly against a wall. No rear ventilation is
required.
Figure 2-2 shows how to slide the system intg place.
Figure 2-2:

Moving the Expander into Place

Hand Holds

Expand/

Slides Front
to Back
Rolls Left
to Right
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2.3.9 Modifying the System for Expansion
The installation instructions that follow assume that the site meets all
the installation requirements listed in the System Site Preparation Guide.
The instructions also assume all terminal data lines, telephone lines, and
network lines that you plan to connect to your system are in place and
clearly labeled.
NOTE: This section is applicable for add-on expanders only. When a system
and its companion B400X expander are ordered together, the modifications

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2-7

described in this section are made at the factory. If you are installing a
factory-configured system, see Section 2.2.

To expand systems that are already installed in the field, you must make
several modifications to the system. To mudify the system for expansion,

you must do the fellowing:

¢
o

Remove four single in-line package resistors (SIPs) from the backplane

of the host system.

[nstall Q-bus expansion module M8404-PA in the system.

The next sections describe these modifications to the system.

2.3.10 Preparing to Remove the Backplane Termination SiPs
from the System
To remove the four termination resistor SIPs from the backplane, you must
remcve the ouiside handles from the last four Q-bus slots. Fellow the
procedures below to complete the necessary modifications to the backplane
of the system.

2.3.11 Removing Modules from Slots 9, 10, 11, and 12 in the
System
Remove the modules and module covers from the last four Q-bus slots. This
step ensures easy access to the backplane termination SIPs.
NOTE: Make sure you are wearing a grounded antistatic wrist strap when
you remove or install modules. Place modules only on a grounded antistatic
mat. The groundstrap and antistatic mat are found in the Antistatic Kit

(29-26246). The Antistatic Kit is part of the Customer Services tool kit, not
the option kit.

Use the following procedures to remove modules with blank covers or
modules with handles from slots 9 through 12,
Removing Modules with Blenk Covers

Release the two quarter-turn captive screws that hold the blank cover

Pull the blank cover away from the card cage.

If a module is present, ncie the orientation of any internal cables
connected to the mocdule. Some connectors are not keyed. Carefully

to the card cage.

label and disconnect the internal cables.

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B400X Expander Installation

Unlock the module’s release levers by simultaneously pulling up on the
top lever and pulling down on the bottom lever (Figure 2-3). If the
module hae a plastic handle, pull out on the plastic handle.
Carefully pull the module out of the card cage. Be careful not to disturb
any switchpacks on the module.
6.

Set the module on a grounded antistatic mat.

Removing Modules with Handles

Use the following procedure to remove a moedule with handles:
1.

Note the orientation of external cables connected to the module.
Carefully label and then disconnect the cables.
Release the two quarter-turn captive screws that hold the cover to the
card cage.

Unlock the module’s release levers by simultaneously pulling up on the
top lever and pulling down on the bottom lever (Figure 2-3).
Pull out on the module’s handle and remove the module from the card
cage. Be careful not to disturb any switchpacks on the module.
Set the module on a grounded antistatic mat.

instaillation

2-8

Figure 2-3:

Removing Modules with Handies

Attach Antistatic

Wrist Strap to

System Chassis

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2.3 12 Removing the Terminat'on Resistor SIPs from the
Backplane

Use needlenose pliers to carefully pull the four termination resistor SIPs
out of their backplane sockets (Figure 2—4). When all four SIPs have been
removed, discard them.

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B400X Expander Installation

Figure 2-4:

Removing Backplane Termination SiPs (System Only)

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2.3.13 Installing the Q-Bus Expansion Module in the System
Install the Q-bus expansion module M9404~PA in slot 12 (last slot) of the
system. See Figure 2-5.

NOTE: Be careful not to snag the module'’s components on the card guides
or adjacent modules.

Insert the Q-bus expansion module M9404-PA into slot 12 of the
system.

Grasp the module’s top and bottom release levers. Lock the module in
place by simultaneously pushing the top lever down and pulling the
bottom lever up.

It is not recommended that you fasten the quarter-turn captive screws
that hold the module at this time.

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2-11

Figure 2-5 shows the correct placement of the Q-bus expansion modules.
Figure 2-5: Placement of Q-Bus Modules

M9404-PA

#4,0-005275

2.4 Modifying the Expander Before Cabling to the
System

This section shows you how to modify the expander before cabling to the
system. The section is organized as follows:
o

Installing Storage Devices

Making external DSSI connections

2.4.1 Installing Storage Devices

and TKIn an add-on system, the integrated storage elements (ISEs)
geries or TLZ04 tape drive are shipped with the e:.pander, but are not
yet installed. See the Storage Device(s) Ad1-On Procedure (E4400 Series)
Installation Guide included with the device for installation.

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B400X Expander installation

The B400X expander has room for up to four RF/RZ-series ISEs or up to
three ISEs and one tape drive (TK-series or TLZ04).
NOTE: VAX 4000 systems do not support RZ-series ISEs.
2.4.1.1 Configuring Bus Node 1D Piugs

Figure 2-6 shows the mass storage potent‘al for an expanded system,
including the recommended numbering scheme for the bus nodes in a
system expanded to six ISEs.

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2-13

Flgure 2-6:

Recommended Bus Node ldentities

B400X Expendor

riJN" 5

UNIT 4

UNIT 3

UNIT 2

UNIT Y

JUNIT O

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UNIT &

Syotom

9405-PA

MB404-PA

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Spare bus node ID plugs are supplied with your expander. The DSSI plugs
for RF-series ISEs are dark gray (PN 12-28766-19). The SCSI plugs for

RZ-series ISEs and the TLZ04 tape drive are lighter gray (PN 12-23766~28).

Bus node ID plugs have prongs on the back that igentify the bus node
number (and by default, the unit number) of the ISEs to the system. Bus
node ID plugs are shipped with the system and expander.

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B400X Expander Installation

Tov insert 2 bus node ID plug, align the two center prongs with the two

center slots on the ISE front panel as shown in Figure 2-7. To remove a
bus node ID plug, grasp it firmly and pull it straight out.
Use the rules below for numbering bus node 1Ds for ISEs:
e

For each DSSI or SCSI bus, do not duplicate bus node numbers for
storage elemente. You can have only one storage element on bus 0
identified as bus node 0, one storage element as bus node 1, and so on;
you can have only one storage element on bus 1 identified as bus node
0, one storage element as bus node 1, and so on.

By convention, the ISEs are numbered in increasing order from night
to left starting with 0.

Bus nodes 0-6 are typically used for storage devices, while node 7 is
reserved for the adapter and is the default bus node ID for the KZQSA
and KFQSA adapters.
NOTE: DSS! bus node ID plugs are also usad to supply node numbers for
the two DSSI host adapters on VAX 4000 Model 300 systems.

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Figure 2-7:

Inserting Bus Node ID Plugs

Bus Node

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NOTE: If you change the bus node ID plugs while the system is operating,
you must turn off the system and then turn it back on fur the rew plug
positions to take effect.
2.4.1.2 Labeling RF-Series ISEs for Systems with Multiple DSS! Bussss
VAX 4000 Model 300 systems have two separate DSSI adapters built into
the CPU. Other systems may have more than one DSSI bus using the
KFQSA storage adapter. Using expanders you can fill up to four DSSI
busses for a total of 28 RF-series ISEs. Each bus can have up to seven
ISEs (bus nodes 0~6). When there are devices on more than one bus and
the system’s allocation class is not zero, you need to program new unit
numbers for ISEs, as the unit numbers for ISEs throughout the system
must be unique. Instructions provided in Appendix B describe procedures
for programming new unit numbers and overriding default values.
With devices on two or more busses and a nonzero system allocation class,
the ISE unit numbere will not match the bus node numbers on the bus
node ID plugs. Unit number labels are provided with each ISE to identify

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B400X Expander Installation

unit numbers for the user. The labels stick onto the recessed label area on
the ISE front panel as shown in Figure 2-8.
Figure 2-8:

Aftaching @ Unil Number Label to the ISE Front Panel

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Attach Unit

Number Label

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2.5 Configuring Modules on the Expanded Q-Bus
Backplane
Thie section describes the guidelines for configuring modules on a Q-bus
backplane expanded with a B400X expander.
Before you change the system configuration, you must consider module
order, power supply capacity, and module configuration.

2.5.1 Factors That Determine Module Order
While certain modules are restricted to specific slots on the backplane, the
order of modules on the backplane generally depends on the following four
factors:
e

Relative use of devices in the system

Expected performance of each device relative to other devices

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2-17

Ability of a device to tolerate delays between bus requests and bus

Tendency of a device to prevent other devices farther from the CPU

grants (delay tolerance)

from accessing the bus

2.5.2 Reguired Module Order
Table 2-3 and Table 2—4 list those modules that require specific placement
on the Q-bus backplane of the BA430 and BA440 enclosures.

Table 2-3:

Required Module Placement on the BA430 Enclosure

Module

Q-Bus Slot

Syetem

0 of system

MO715-AA
CPU module

1 of system

Memory module

2, 3, 4, and 5 of syetera (or fewer, depending upon memory)

M9404-PA

12 of aystem

B400E Ezpander
M9716-AA

0 of expander

M8405-PA
KFQSA

1 of B400X expander
Last module in the ezpanded @Q-bus. (Mey ocecupy any elot in the

::pn)nder fram 2 through 12, provided it 18 the last medule on the
8.

Table 2-4:

Regquired Module Placement on the BA440 Enclosure

Module

Q-Bus Slot

Byoetem

CPU module

5 of system

Memory module

1,2, 3, and 4 of system (or fewer depending on memory)

Me404-PA

12 of systam

B400X Ezpander

M9715-AA
M9405-PA

KFQSA

O of expander
1 of B400X ezpander

Laat module in the ezpanded Q-bua. (May occupy any alot in the

:x“plnder from 2 through 12, provided it is the last module on the
8.)

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2.5.3 Recommended Relative Module Order
The recommended relative order of modules on the @-bus backplane is:
AAV11-SA
ADVI11-SA
AXV11-SA
KWV11-SA
DRV1J-SA
KMV1A-SA/SB/SC
DMV11-SA

LNV21-SF
DELQA/DESQA-SA
DPV11-SA
DIV1i-SA
DIV32-SA

VCB02-J/H/K

DZQ11-SA
DFAOI-AA

CXM04-M
CXA16-AA
CXY08-AA

CXB16-AA
CXF32-AA/AB

LPV1i-SA

DRV1W-SA
KRQ50-SA
IEQ11-SA
ADQ32-SA
DRQ3B-SA
DSV11-SA

KLESI-SA
IBQO1-SA

TSV05-SA
KDAS50-SE
KFQSA-SE
KZQSA-SA
TQK50-SA
TQK70-SA
M9060-YA

Using Bus Grant Continulty Cards

Bus grant signals pass through each installed module, using the A
connectors of each slot. Figure 2-9 shows the path of the bus grant signals
for & samupie conhgurslion. 1oensure the continuity of thie nath, use bus

grant continuity cards (M9047-SA) in any empty slots in the expanded

backplane to the right of the KFQSA module.

NOTE: For add-ons only: The B400X expander is shipped from the factory
with three bus grant continuity cards. The cards occupy Q-bus slots 2, 3,
and 4. Use the cards in the system ¢ aeeded to fill the slots up to the Q-bus
expansion module (M9404-PA), which is located in slot 12 of the system.
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Caleulating Expender Power Supply Loads
Each B400X enclosure contains a 650 watt power supply. To stay turned
on, the power supply in the enclosure must have: a 5 A minimum load on

the 6 V ouiputi. If the power supply load does not meet the minimum lead
requirement, you must install an M9060-YA load module in one of the open
backplane slots powered by the power supply. Otherwise, the power supply
enters an error mode and shuts down the system. If the ioad on the power
supply (+5 V) meets the minimum load requirement and a load module is
installed, you should remove the existing load module. See Section 2.6 for
procedures on installing or removing modules.

NOTE: For add-ons, check the appropriate system and expander worksheets
(Figures 2-10 through 2-12) to rletermine if the expander requires the
MS060-YA load module. Remember to factor in storage devices.

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B400X Expander Installation

If the combined load from slots 2 through 12 is 5 A or greater, then the
M9060-YA load module is not required.

Ifthe combined load from slots 2 through 12 is less than 5 A, then install
the M9060-YA load module in slot 12 of the expander.

2.5.4 Checking System Configuration Workshests
This section provides configuration worksheets for expanded systems (see
Figures 2-10 through Figure 2-12). Use the worksheets to make sure the
configuration does not excoed the system's limits for power and bus leads.

Table 2-5 lists power and bus load information for supported devices.
Follow the steps below to complete the worksheets and check the system
configuration.

List all the devices to be installed in the system on the appropriate
worksheet.

Fill in the information from Table 2-5 for each device.

Add up the columns. Make sure the totals are within the limits
specified. Check that the power supply has a 5-A minimum load.

Table 2-5:

Power and Bus Load Data
Current (Amps)

(Max)

Power

(Maz)

Bus

Loads

Option

Module

+BV

~18V

Watts

AAV11-8A
ADV11-8A
ADQ32-SA
AXV1.-8A
CXailé-M
CKB16-M

A1009-PA
A1008-PA
A080
A026-PA
M3118-YA
M3118-YB

210
2.00
4,456
200
1.60
2.00

0.060
0.00
0.00
0.060
0.20
0.00

10.50
10.00
2225
1000
10.40
10.00

26
23
28
12
30
30

0.6
06
0.6
03
06
06

CXYn8-M
DESQA-SA
DFAO1-AA

M3119-YA
M3127-PA
M3121-PA

0.388
0.22
0.04

12.8¢
14.84
10.30

30
22
30

0.6
0.6
1.0

DPV11-SA

M8020-PA

1.84
2.40
1.97
1.20

0.30

2.60

1.0

DRQIB-SA

M7658-PA

4.50

0.00

22.50

DRViJ-8A
D8V11
DRV1IW-8A
DTQNA-BC

MBao42-PA
M3108
M7661-PA
M7180

1.80
543
1.80
6.00

0.00
0.89
0.00
2.00

9.00
3542
.60
64.00

20
39
20
89

1.0
1.0
1.0
0.6

instaliation

2-21

Table 2-5 (Cont.):

Power and Bus Load Data
Current (Amps)

Power

(Max)

(RMaz)

Bue

Loads

Option

Module

+8Y

<12V

Watts

H3604!

M3125-PA
MB8634-PA
L4000-AB
M7626-A'B
M7164
M7165
M7769
M7740-PA
M7500-PA
M7637-AA
M7638-AA
M7552
M4002-PA
M5976-SA
MB8086-PA
M8578
L4001-BA
M7621
M7621
M7559
M753¢
M7268

1.79
5.00
3.50
7.40
7.40
6.93
6.57
5.50
400
2.60
7.8
6.2
2.70
2.20
54
2.80
1.60°
3.25
1.1
39
1.25
1.25
TBS
1.25
2.20
3.50
6.50
6.50

0.50

1450
28.60
17.50
4120
42.60
3465
33.21
27 50
20.00
15 40
39
31
1350
1115
27
14.00
8.00
16.25
5.5
19.53
274
25 93
TBS
25.93
15.2
17.50
52 50
3250

46
20
40
4.0
3.0
44
05
30
00
35
27
10
475
1.8
30
00
0.0
43
15
2.4

1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
056
05
10
1.0
0.0
10
1.0
03
14
0.5
05
0.0
0.0
05
10
10

IBQO1-SA
IEQ11-SA
KA670-AB?
KA660-A/B?
KDA50-SE
KFQSA-SE
KLESI-SA
KMV1A-SA
KN220-SA
KN220-SA
KRQ50-SA
KWV11-SA
KZQSA-SA
LPV11-SA
MRV11-D
MS670-BA
MS650-BA
MS5650-BB
RF31E-AA
RF71E-AA
RF72E-AA
TK70E-AA
TLZO4-JA
TQK70-SA
TSV05-SA
TSV05-SA

1Aleo include ~12 Vic

0.30
0.00
0.35
0.35
0.00
003
0.00
0.00
0.20
0.14
0.23
0.00
0.013
00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.0
00
2.21
1.64
TBS
1.64
0.35
0.00
0.00
0.00

@025 A, 3 W

2Aleo include 3.3 Vde @ 0.27 A, 0.9 Wand -12Vde @ 0.04 A, 0.5 W.
%Value is for the unpopulated module only.

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BA0DX Expander Installation

Figure 2-10:

Expended System Configuration Workshest for the BA430
Enclosure: VAX 4000 Mode! 200 or DECeyetem 5500

Slot

Module

M8715

Curvent (Lsnpa)

Powear

Bus Lead

125

— |—

+6 Vde (412 Ve .u\z A2vee | (wetms)
01

&C | BC

CPU
*
Q-bus 2
Q-bus 3

Q-ous &

&
Q-bus
Q-ous
8
Qous 7

Q-bus 8

Q-tws B

_— ] —

Q-oue '0
Q-ous ¢

Q-bws 12

Me404-PA

— |—

—_—

_—1—

liees Slerage:
_—

0 Tape/RF/RZ
.

AF'RZ

RF/RZ

RF'AR2

—

Tota theee columnsg

fAus' "o or0Be0

800A

1220A

1604 | J0A

884 0 W

22 | ~——

Note Total output power trom +3 3 Vde and +5 Vde must not exceed 330 W
MLO-005223

installation

2-23

Figure 2-11:

Expanded System Configuration Worksheet for the BA4SD

Enclosure: VAX 4000 Model 300

Slot

Module | .svee m m’ 12 Vde

.::. L::‘

2
3

MS670-BA

325

0.060

0.0

18.26

—_—

]

KAG70

0.36

e0 | 10

—_—

14.80

—_——

Q-bus @&

Q-bus 7
Q-bus 8
Q-bus 9

Q-bus 10
Q-bus 11

Q-bus 12

A49404-PA

—_— ] e

H3804

170 | 080

0.0

—

tuss Sovage:

Tape/RF

—_—

—

Touw! theea calumng.

Mugt not escest

600A

|180A | 1604

doa

8840 W

2 | —
MLO-003828

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B400X Expander Instaliation

Figure 2-12:

Expanded System Configuration Worksheet for the B400X
Expander

Slot

Module

o6 Vds m‘::v':)' -12 Vae

'::. "’:

M9715

10 { 00 | 00

125

—_— —

MS405

—

—_

—

#8060-YA

—_

—

600A

|18.0A

30A

S840 W

2 | —

1168

hat

2
3
4

5
8
7

8
9
10
19

ilane Slerage:

Tape/RF/AZ

RF/RZ

RE/RZ

RF/RZ

Total theen columns

BBt not eucoed’

;;:::'nm;ua Expander

MLO-008878

installation

2-25

2.6 Relocating Modules
Refer to Section 2.5.1 to determine where to relocate modules in both the

system and B400X expander. Be sure to leave slot 12 of t!:e system and slot
1 of the expander available for the Q-bus expander m.dules. The KFQSA
module i8 to be relocatec from the system to the fire. open slot at the end
of the Q-bus in the expander.

2.7 Installing Nev' Modules
Install new modules according to the decumentation shipped with the
module. See Section 2.5.1 to determine in which positions to install modules
in both the system and B400X expander.

2.7.1 Module identity Labeis and External Cables
Each molule cover has a label at the top that contains the option number
and module number. Table 2-6 lists the labels for those modules that
require connections.

Table 2-6:

Module identity Labels

Module
Number

Option
Number

Cable

M7516
M3118-Ya

DELQA
CXAl6

Ethernet cable
BC16D, H3104 cable concentrutor (RS-423-A,

no modem

support)

M3118-YB

CXB16

BC16D, H3104 cable concentrator (RS-422, noise 1mmune)

M3118-YA

CXY08

BC19N-12 (full modem support)

M3121

DFAO1

Telephone line

M8020
M8086-SA
M7500
M7769
Mb976-SA

DPV11
LPVI1
KMV1A
KFQSA
KZQSA

BC22E or BC22F
BC27L-30
BC22E or BC22F
BC21M-09
BC08P-06 or BCOGP-2F

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B400X Expander installation

2.7.2 Installing the Q-Bus Expansion Module in the
Expander
Install the Q-bus expansion module M3405—FPA into the expander as follows,
being careful not to snag the module’s components on the card guides or
adjacent modules.
1.

Insert the expander module M9405-PA into slot 1 of the expander.

Grasp the module’s top and bottom release levers. Lock the meodule in
place by simultaneously pushing the top lever down and pulling the
Jottom lever up.

Tighten the quarter-turn captive screws that hold the module.

2.7.3 Connecting Q-Bus Expansion Cables
Two cables connect the system and the B400X expander. This connection
expands the Q-bus to 22 usable Q-bus slots.
The two expansion modules, M9404-PA, located in slot 12 of the system,
and M9405-PA, located in slot 1 of the B400X expander, are connected
using the two cables in the expander kit carton.

Connect the Q-bus expansion cables as follows (Figure 2-13):
1.

Locate the two 2.74 m (9 ft) cables labeled BC04V-09 in the expander
kit carton that was shipped with the B400X expander .
Check that the sliding lock on each of the four connectors is up.

Feed the plug end of one of the cables under the system from the back
and insert it into the socket connector labeled J1 on expansion modcle
M9404-PA. Lock the connector by sliding down the lock.

Feed the socket end of the same cable under the B400X expander from
the back or side and insert it into the plug connector labeled J1 on
expansion module M9405-PA. Lock the connector in place by sliding
down the lock.

Feed the socket end of the second cable under the system from the back
and insert it into the plug connector labeled J2 on expansion module
M9404-PA. Lock the connector by sliding down the lock.
Feed the plug end of the same cable under the B400X expander from

the back or side and insert it into the socket connector labeled J2 on
expansion module M9405-PA. Lock the connector by sliding down the
lock.

Installation

2-27

Figure 2-13 shows huw to connect the Q-bus expansion cables.

Figure 2-13: Connecting Q-Bus Cables
Expander

System

i
St

Q-bus
Expander

Cables

Plug

(BC04V-09)

Connector

Stide Down —

to Lock /

Feed Cable Under

- System Unit and

Connector

Locking Device

Through Opening

2.7.4 Relocating Modules
You can connect additional devices at this time, or you can complete the
installation of the power cables and 10ad software before connecting other
devices.

2-28

B400X Expander Installation

For information on how to configure modules, refer to Microsystems Options,
which includes a complete listing of all supported options along with the

following information for each module:
Ordering information
Operating system support
Diagnostic support
Option description

CSR addresses and interrupt vectors
LEDs

Loopback connectors
Sclf-tests
FRUs !if applicable)
Related documentation

Use the following procedures for relocating medules.
Modules with Blank Covers

Use the following procedure to remove and install modules with blank
covers:

CAUTION: Make sure you are wearing a grounded antistatic wrist strap
when you remove or install modules. Place modules only on a grounded
antistatic mat. The wrist strap and antistatic mat are found in the Antistatic

Kit (29-26246).
1.

Release the two quarter-turn captive screws that hold ¢he blank cover
to the card cage.

Pull the blank cover away from the card cage.
Note the crientation of any internal cables connec’ed to the module.
Some connectors are not keyed. Carefully label and disconnect the
internal cables.

Unlock the module's release levers by simultaneously pulling up on the
top lever and pulling down on the buttom lever. If a module has a
plastic handle, pull out on the plastic handle.

Carefully pull the module out of the card cage. Be careful not to disturb

any switchpacks on the module.

Check the module’s CSR address and interrupt vector (see Appendix A).
If necessary, change the medule’s jumper or switch settings.

Install the module in its new location by reversing the steps in this
procedure. It is not recommended that you fasten the quarter-turn
captive screws that hold the biank cover at this time.

Installation

2-29

Modules with Handles

Use the following procedure to remove and install modules with handles:
CAUTION: Make sure vou are wearing a grounded antistatic wrist strap
when you remove or install modules. Place modules only on a grounded
antistatic mat. The wrist strap and antistatic mat are found in the Antistatic
Kit (29-26246).

2.
3.

Note the orientation of external cables connected to the module.
Carefully label and then disconnect the cables.

Release the two quarter-turn captive screws that hold the module's

handle to the card cage.

Unlock the release levers by simultaneously pulling up on the top lever

and pulling down on the bottom lever.

Pull out o5 the moduie’s handle and remove the module from the card
cage. Be careful not to disturb any switchpacks on the medule.

Check the module’s CSR address and interrupt vector (see Appendix A).

If necessary, change the module’s jumper or switch settings.

Install the module in its new location by reversing the steps in this

procedure. It is not recommended that you fasten the quarter-turn
captive screws that hold the module’s handle at this time.

2.7.5 Installing the KFQSA Module in the Expancer
Install the KFQSA module (M7769) as the last module on the Q-bus, as
follows:
1.

Insiall

the

KFQSA

module as

the

last module in

the

(Figure 2-14).

Connect the end of the KFQSA cable to the KFQSA module.

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B400X Expander Installation

Q-bus

Figure 2-14:

KFQSA Module Relocated In the Expander
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2.8 Connecting the DSSI Cable
A Digital Storage System Interconnect (DSSI) cable connects the DSSI mass
storage devices in the system with the B400X expander. If the expander

contains no DSSI devices, proceed to Section 2.9.

Locate the 2.74 m (9 ft) cable labeled BC21M-09 that was shipped with
the B400X expander.

installation

2-31

NOTE: The external DSSI ports are stntic szagiiive. Make sure you are
wearing a grounded antistatic wrist strap when you remove or install
DSSI connectors. The groundstrap is found in the Antistatic Kit (2926246). The Antistatic Kit 18 part of the Customer Services tool kut, not
the option kit.
2.

Remove the external DSSI terminator from the DSSI connector to the
left of the card cage on the system.

Attach the terminator to the DSSI connector to the left of the card cage
on the B400X expander (Figure 2-15).

NOTE: Before attaching DSSI terminators or cables, you may need to
remove the plastic protective covers from the DSSI connectors.
Flgure 2-15:

Attaching the DSSI Terminator

82, 0 95729

Feed either end of the cable under the system from the back or side.
Plug the cable into the DSSI connector to the left of the card cage.
For systemes with multiple DSS: busses, you may attach che cable to a
KFQSA storage adapter.

2-32

B400X Expander Installation

Fit the cable connector over the two pins on: the DSSI port (Figure 2-16).
Firat tighten by hand, then use a screwdriver to firmly secure the

Ffl

connection.

Feed the opposite end of the cable under the B400X expander from the
back or side. Attach the cable to the DSSI connector to the right of the
card cage (Figure 2-16).

Figure 2-16:

Connecting the DSSI Cable to the B40GX Expander

8L O-008820

Figure 2-17 ghows the DSSI cabling for a VAX 4000 Model 309 system

expanded with the B400X expander. Figure 2-18 shows the DSSI cabling
for a VAX 4000 Model 200 or DECsystem 5500 system expanded with the
B400X expander.
NOTE: If you need to remove a DSSI cable, loosen the screws at
the connector and remove the cable by pulling the two screw heads
simultaneously to prevent breaking the ground studs.

insiaiiation

2-39

Figure 2-17:

600‘
=

DSSI Cabling for Expanded VAX 4000 Mcdel 30C

190 6
I"

"
i

..[,
l

uhfi:

€
@) DSS! Terminator Locations
MLO-005630

2-34

B400X Expander installation

Figure 2-18:

DSS! Cabling for Expanded VAX 4000 Riodel 200 or

DECsystem 5500

@ DSS! Terminator Locations
#L0-005881

2.9 Connecting SCSI Cables
A 1.8 m (3 ft) SCSI cable labeled BCO6P-06 is used to extenc the system'’s
SCSI bus to the RZ-series ISEs or TLZ04 tape drive in the B4( 0X expander.
If the expander contains a KZQSA storage adapter, 2 0.91 m (3 ft) cable
(BCO6P-2F) shipped with the system can be used to connect the KZQSA to
the expander's storage devices.

If the expander contains no SCSI devices, proceed to Section 2.10.

instaliation

2-35

2.9.1 Connecting a SCSI Cable from the System to the

B400X Expander

To extend @ SCSI bus from the system to the expander, use the following
instructions:

Find the 1.8 m (6 &) SCSI cable labeled BCOSP-06 that came with the
expander.

Remove the SCSI connector protective cover from the upper SCSI
connector located on the left side of the expander (Figure 2-19).

Flgure 2-19:

Removing the SCS!I Connector Protective Cover

S|onov -

| Protective Cover

04LO-605827

To connect the SCSI cable to the expander, feed either end of the SCSI
cabie under the expeader from the back or side. Connect the SCSI cable

to the SCSI connector from which you removed tl.e protective cover.

Secure the cable connection by pressing the bail latches into place
(Figure 2-20).

2-36

B400X Expander Instaliation

Figure 2-20:

Connecting the SCS! Cable to the Expander

| Ba Latch
SCSi Cable

Feed Cable Under Expander
Through Opening to System
$4L.0-008942

Connect the other end of the SCSI cable to the appropriate connector
on the system:

If you are connecting to a DECsystem 65500, remove the SCSI

terminator from the lower SCSI connector to the right of the card
cage, then attach the SCS] cable.
If you are connecting to a KZQSA module in the system, first remove
the SCSI terminator on the lower connector, then attach the cable.

Figure 2-21 shows SCSI cable connections for an expanded DECsgystem
5500. Figure 2-22 show the SCSI cable connections for an expanded VAX
4000 system.

Installation

2-37

Figure 2-21:

SCSi Cabling for Expanded DECuystom 5500

f} sCS! Terminator Locations
MLO.008043

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B400X Expander Installation

Figure 2-22:

SCSI! Cabling for Expanded VAX 4000

TLZ04

Tape Drive
i\

e
P
e TR
i
,

2.9.2 Connecting the SCSI Cable to a KZQSA Module
Internal to the Expander
To connect a SCSI cable to a KZQSA module installed in the B400X
expander, use the following instructions:
1.

Find the 0.91 m (3 ft) SCSI cable labeled BCO3P-03 that came with the
gystem.

Remove the SCSI connector protective cover from the upper SCSI

connector located on the left side of the expander (Figure 2-23).

Instailation

2-39

Figure 2-23:

Removing the SCSI Cornector Protective Cover

' SCS| Connector

Protective Cover

—

MLO-505027

Remove the SCSI terminator from the upper SCSI connector on the

Connect one end of the SCSI cable to the connector from which you
removed the protective cover. Connect the other end of the SCSI cable
to the connector from which you remc-ed the SCSI terminator.

KZQSA module.

Secure the cable connection by preesi.ig the beil latches into place
Figure 2-24 shows 0.91 m (3 ft) SCSI cable connections for an expander
with an internal KZQSA storage adapter.

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BA400X Expander instaliation

Figure 2-24:

0.2 m (3 ft) SCS! Cabie Connection to internal KZQSA

Storage Adapler

SCSI
Connegction
with

KZQSA ———\

HMLO005633

2.10 Connecting Power Bus Cables
Power bus cables (BCO9F-10) allow you to cunfigure a power bus for
expanded systems. The power bus allows you to turn the power on and off
for the entire expanded system at one main power supply on the system.
NOTE: Expanders configured in a dual-host system should not be configured
with a power bus. Inadvertently shutting down the expander when shutting
down a system defeats the higher availability of a dual-host system.
To set up a power bus, complete the following instructions:

Find the power bus cable, labelled 17-02638-01, sh'pped with the

expander.

Installation

2-41

T attach the first power bus cable, feed the ends of the cable under the
system and expander from the back or side. Plug one end of the cable
into the system power supply receptacle labeled MO (main out) on the
system box. This power supply will supply the power bus signal to the
expander(s). Plug the other end of the cable into the expander power
supply receptacle labeled SI (secondary in).

To ext=nd the power bus to a second expander, plug one end of a power
bus cable into the power supply receptacle labeled SO (secondary out)
on the fir it expander. Plug the other end of the power bus cable into the
power supply receptacle labeled S! in the second expander. The power
bus can be extended in this way to several expanders. Figure 2-25
shows a sample power bus configuration.

With the power switch on the expander(s) set to on, the entire expanded
system will power up when you set the power switch on the system power
supply to on (1).

Figure 2-25:

Sample Power Bus Configuration

System

Expander 1

d_: MO

| _..1|MO
=

L:;_

Expander 2

Tcr

@ Sl

|_..3/SO

—

2-42

* o

B400X Expander instaliation

2.11 Connecting Ground Cables
The ground cable (12-13756-A8) provides a common ground &r systems
with two or more enclosures. Ground cables are daisy-chained for systems
with multiple enclosures. Connect 2 ground cable as follows:
1.

Find the ground cable, which has lugs on each end (12-13766-A8).

Remove the nuts on the ground terminals of the system and expander

Slide the ground cable lug over the ground terminal stud and replace

power supplies.

the nut (Figure 2~26).

NOTZ: No more than two ground cables should be attached per ground
term inal.

Figure 2-26:

Connecting a Ground Cable

Fead Cable UUnder Expandt s
and Through Opening

‘

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instaliation

2-43

2.12 Connecting Power Cables
1.

Make sure the power switches on the system and the expander are set
to off (0), and all devices connected to the system are turned off.
Find the power cables for the system and the expander.

Make sure the piug end of each power cable matches its receptacle.
Several types of power cables are shown in Figure 2-27.

Figure 2-27:

Power Cables
P

100 -125V

200 -250 V

Feed the socket end of the B400X power cable under the expander
enclosure from the back or side and connect the cable as shown in
Figure 2-28.

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B400X Expander installation

Feed the socket end of the system power cable under the system
enclosure from the back or side and connect the cable as shown in
Figure 2-29.

Figure 2-28:

Connecting the Power Cable to the B400X Expander

' To Outlet

Feed Cable Under Expander
and Through Opening

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installation

2-45

Figure 2-20:

Connecting
the Power Cabie to the System

Feged Cable Under System

and Through Opening
#4LO-004020

2.13 Turning On an Expanded System
Turn on the aystem as described in the following sections:

Turn on the console terminal and wait until it has performed its self-

Set the power switch on the B400X expander to on (1).

tests successfully.

NOTE: The power switch on the B400X expander should always remain
in the on position (1). Power is supplied to both the system and the
B400X expander when you turn on the system.
3.

Turn on your expanded system by setting the power on the system to
on (1). Both power switches should glow orange.

If you are instaling a new system, see the appropriate CPU
meaintenance documentation for information on the power-up self-tests
and language selection.

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2.14 Verifying System Operation
Use the MicroVAX Diagnostic Monitor (MDM) to verify system operation.
See the MDM User'’s Guide for information on how to run the tests.

The test should complete without error. If an error occurs, see Appendiz B,
or consult the appropriate system maintenance manual for troubleshooting
procedures.

Use the BA430/BA440 Enclosure Maintenance manual and illustrated
parts breakdown for information on removal and replacement of field
replaceable units (FRUs). The maintenance information provided for the
BA430 enclosure also applies to the B400X expander.

2.15 Replacing Handles and Covers
After tests complete successfully and all modules have been succesafully
installed, replace all module handles and covers.

2.16 Verlfying the Ground Connections of New
Modules
If you install a module with a blank cover or flush handle next to 2 medule
with a recessed handle, you must install a gap filler assembly between th:
modules to comply with EMI regulations. Without the gap filler, arcuitry
on the flush-handle module is exposed. The gap filler is mounted onto the
blank cover to close the open space between the recensed module and tae
blank cover, thus producing a ground connection (see Figure 2-30).

instaliation

2-47

Figure 2-30:

Note

Making Ground Connections with Gap Fillers

Blar{k vaar

The gap filler 15 mounted onto the blank

cover to close the cpen apace between
the receased module and the blank cover

84L0-0052848

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i’

Two gap filler assemblies (70-24505—01) are provided with the Q-bus

expander kit. Each gap filler assembly includes one gap filler and two
BCTEWS.

Check that the ground connections arc correctly in place as follows:

Identify any cases where a recessed-handle module is located next to a
module with a blank cover or 2 flush handle. There should be no open
spaces between the modules in the backplane.

Make sure a gap filler assembly is installed on the side of the blank
cover or flush handle that is located next to the module with the
receased handle.

If needed, instal] a gap filler assembly as follows:

Fit the gap filler (70-24505-01) onto the side of the blank cover
or flush-handle module that is located next to the recessed-handle
module. Make sure the gap filler's tabs fit into the tab indentations
on the blank cover or flush handle (Figure 2-30). Use the two
screws that come with the assembly to attach the gap filler at the
top and bottom.

If you have a blank cover, place the blank cover with the gap filler

over the card cage slot.

If you have a module with a flush handle, insert the medule into
the backplane slot.

¢.

Make sure there is no open space between the two modules.

Fasten the quarter-turn captive screws on all handles and covers in the

backplane.

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2.17 Closing the Door
The final etep of the installation is:

Closing the door on the system enclosure

(Closing the door on the expander

Close the door on the system enclogsure as described in the system operation
manual. You can find that manual in the system Customer Hardware

Information binder.

Cloee the front doors of the B400X expander by setting the door key to the
lowest position and closing the upper and lower doors. When pushing the
doors closed, push gently at the top right of the upper door and the bottom
right of the lower door. Tob lock the doors, turn the key to the middle
position.

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Appendix A

Configuring the KFQSA
This appendix describes the KFQSA storage adapter and explains how to:
®

Set the mode switches

Configure the KFQSA storage adapter at installation

Enter console /O mode

Run the Configure utility

Program the EEROM on the KFQSA

Reprogram the EEROM on the KFQSA

Change the ISE's allocation class and unit number

A.1 KFQSA Overview
The KFQSA module is a storage adapter that allows Q-bus systems that
support the KFQSA module to communicate with storage peripherals based
on the Digital Storage Architecture (D3A), using the Digital Storage System
Interconnect (DSSI). In a DSSI-based VAX 4000 system, one KFQSA
module can connect up to seven RF-series integreled storage elements
(ISEe) to the system, using a single DSSI bus cable.
The KFQSA contains the addressing logic required to make a connection
between the system and a requested ISE on the DSTI bus. Each ISE has
its own controller, which contuins the intelligence and logic necessary to
control data transfers over the DSSI bus. The KFQSA presents a mass
storage control protocol (MSCP) U/Q port for each ISE.

The EEROM on the KFQSA contains a configuratior *able. After you install
the KFQSA, you program the EEROM with the CSR address for each ISE
in the system.

Configuring the KFQSA

A-1

A.2 For Add-On Expanders: Configuring the
KFQSA at Installation
Even before you unpack the expander you can configure the devices that
will be included in the final expanded system. At installation, configure the
KFQSA as follows:

CAUTION: Static electricity can damage integrated circuits. Use the
wrist strap and antistatic mat found in the Antistatic Kit (29-26246)
when you work with the internal parts of a computer system.
1.

Release the handles of the KFQSA module and pull the module out.

Check the KFQSA module for the presence of a jumper, whose location
is shown in Figure A-1. This jumper is for the manufacturing test only.
Remove the jumper, if present, and discard.
NOTE: The module will not operate if this jumper is present.

A-2

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Figure A-1:

KFQSA Module Layout (M7768)

Four-Position
Switchpack
On

—

LEDs

(nuanss)

Jumper /

(For Manutacturing

Use Only)

|
04L0-001878

Configuring the KFQSA

A-3

Use the four-position DIP switchpack shown in Figure A-1 as follows to
set a temporery CSR address that enables you to access the EEROM:
a.

Set switches 1, 2, 3, and 4 to reflect a fixed CSR address to allow the
KFQSA to be programmed. Example A-1 shows the correct switch
settings.

Install the KFQSA adapter module into the backplane.

Example A-1:

KFQSA (M7768) Service Mode Switch Settings

KFQSA Four-Position Switchpack
S/N

Switches:

Mode
1

Fx/Fl
2

MSB
3

LSB
4

S/N = Service mode/Normal operating mode
Fx, Fl = fixed/floating CSR address
1l = off (down), 0 = on (up)

A.2.1 Entering Console I/O Mode
After installing the KFQSA, you issue a series of commands o the system

at the conesle prompt (>>>) to program the EEROM on the KFQSA. You
may enter these commands in either uppercase or lowercase letters. Unless
otherwise specified, enter each command, then press Return.
Enter the console /0O mode as follows:

Set the Break Enable/Disable switch on the CPU cover panel (on the
conasle madule for VAX 4000 Model 300 systems) to the enable position
(up).

Set the power off power switch to on (1).

B400X Expander Instaliation

When the power-up self-tests complete, the console prompt appears, as
shown in Example A-2.

Exemple A-2:

Entering Console Mode Display

Performing normal

system tests.

40..39..38..37..36..35..34..33..32..31..30..29..28..27..26..25..

24..23..22..21..,20..19..18.,.17..16..15..14..13..12..11..10..09..
08..07..06..05..04..03..
Tests

completed.

>>>

A.2.2 Displaying Currtent Addresses
Enter sHow 0BUS to display the current @22-bus addresses (Example A~3).
Note that the KFQSA adapter appears in service mode as KFQSA #0.
Example A-3:
>>>

SHOW QBUS Displey

SHOW QBUS

Scan of Qbus

1/0 Space

-20001910

(774420)

= 0000

=20001912

(774422)

-20001920

(774440)

= FFO8

-20001922

(774442)

= FFOO

«20001924

(774444)

= FF2B

=-20001926

(774446)

= FFO9

=20001328

(774450)

=20001924

(774452)

= FF96

-2000192C

(774454)

= B0O0O

=2000192E

(774456)

=20001940

(774500)

= 0000

-20001942

(774502)

0BCO

-20001F40

(777500)

0020

Scan

Qbus Memory

(000)

KFQSA $0

(120)

DELOA/DEQNA/DESOR

(260)

TQKS50/TQR70/TUBLlE/RV20/RFQSA-TAPE

(004)

IPCR

OAAD

FFA3

1030

Space

>>>

CAUTION: If the KFQSA does not appear as #0 at this point, check
the position of the KFQSA switches.
They should be set as shown in
Example A-1. Algso check that the KFQSA jumper shown in Figure A-1
has been removed. Repeat Section A.2.1 and Section A.2.2.

Configuring the KFQSA

A-§

A.2.3 Running the Configure Utility
Since you are adding ISEs to the system, you must run the Configure utility
to find the correct address for each device and module in the system. The
Configure utility uses floating address space rules.

Run the Configure utility as follows. Refer to Example A—4.
1.

At the console prompt, enter CONFIGURE, then enter HELP at the
Device,Number? prompt for a list of devices that can be configured.

NOTE: Some of the devices listed in the HELP display may not be
supported by the CPU.
2.

For each device in the system, enter the device name at the
Device,Number? prompt. If you have more than one of the same
type, enier a comma followed by the total number of that device. In
Exzample A-4, the system contains one KFQSA with six ISEs.
Be sure you list all the devices: those already installed and those you
plan to install.

Enter exi1T. The Configure utility displays an address and vector
assignment for each device entered 1n step 2. Example A-4 shows the
address and vector assignments and the device input.

Record the address and vector assignments for each device displayed.
4.

At the console prompt, enter SHOW QOBUS.
For all modules except the KFQSA, verify that the CSR addresses are
set correctly by comparing the addresses listed in the SHOW QBUS
command with those recorded in step 3.

The CONFIGURE command provides correct addresses for the options.
The addresses listed by the SHOW QBUS command should match these
assignments.

If necessary, remove modules from the backplane and reset switches or
jumpers to the addresses in your Configure display, using the module
removal and replacement procedures in the BA430/BA4406 Enclosure
Maintenance manual.

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Example A-4:
>>>

Configure Display

CONFIGURE

Enter

device configuration,

Device, Number?

HELP,

or EXIT

help

Devaices:

LpVil

KXJ11

DLV11J

D2Q11

DzZv1l

RLVI2

TSVOS

RXV21

DRV11W

DRV11B

DFA01
DPV11

DMV11
RRDS50

DELQA
RCC25

DEQNA
RFQSA-DISK

DESQA
TQK50

RODX3
TQK?0

KDAS0
TUB1E

RV20

KFQSA-TAPE

KMV11l

IEQ11

DHQ11

DHV11

CXAleé
LNVZ21

CXBlé
QPSs

CXYo8
DsV1l

VCBO1
ADV11C

QVss
AAV11lC

LNV11
AXV11lC

KWV11C

ADV11D

AAV11D

VCBO2

QDSS

DRV11J

DRQ3IB

Vsv2]l

I8Q01

IDV11A

IDV1iB

IDV1iC

IAVI1A

IAV11B

MIRA

ADQ32

IDvViicC
DTCO4

DESNA

I5Ql1

Numbers:

1 to 255,

cefault is 1

Device,Number? kfgsa-disk,
6
Device, Number?

draga

Device, Number?

tgk?0

Device, Number?

exit

Address/Vector Assignments
-774440/120 DESQA

-772150/154 KFQSA-DISK

Node 0

-750334/300

RFQSA-DISK

Node

-760340,/304 KFQSA-DISK

Node

-760344,/310 KFQSA-DISK

Node

-760350/314

KFQSP -DISK

Node

-760354/32C KFQS. -DISK

Node

(assigned in ~rder,

0 to n)

-774500/260 TQK70

Configuring the KFQSA

A-7

A.3 Programming the KFQSA
the configuration table in the EEROM of the KFQSA to include
all ISEs on the DSSI bus, as follows. See Ezxample A-5.

Determine the DSSI node plug address for each ISE you are configuring.
Start with node 0 for the first ISE in the system, then continue
incrementally for each ISE in the expanded system. You will insert
these plugs into the OCP sockets during the phyeical installation of the
ISEs. In Example A4, nedes 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, and § are used; node 6 is
unused; and node 7 is reserved for the KF@SA module.

At the console prompt, enter SET ROST/UQSSP/MAINT/SERV 0 to set host
to the KFQSA.

Enter HELP to display % list of supported commands.

Program the KFQSA to include each DSSI device in the system:
a.

For each ISE: Enter serT, followed by the node number, the CSR
address (from the list of addresses you obtained from the Configure
utility), and the model number (disk ISEs are model 21). See
Example A-b.

Enter sHow to display the configuration table you just programmed.

¢.

Check the display to make sure the addresses are correct.

Enter EXIT to save the configuration table or QUIT to return to the
console prompt without changing the table.

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Exemple A-5:
>>>

Display for Programming the KFQSA

SET HOST UQSSP./MAINT/SERV 0

Controller

UQSSP

CLEAR,

Enter SET,

(772150)

SHOW,

CSR Addreas

Node

'0 refers to the KFQSA

HELP,

EXIT,

or QUIT

Model

mesee=- KFQSA ~=w=~- -

7T
? help

Commands:

'Sets KFQSA DSSI node

SET <node> /KFQSA

'number

SET <node> <CSR_address> <model> !'Enables a DSSI device
‘Disables a DSSI device
CLEAR <node>
'Displaye current

SHOW

tconfiguration

'‘Displays this display
'Saves the KFQSA program
'Doas not save the KFQSA

HELP
EXIT
UIT

‘program

Parameters:

'0 through 7

<node>

1760010 to 777774
'21 (disk) or 22 (tape)

<CSR_address>
<model>
set
? set

set

772150 21
760334 21
2 760340 21
3 760344 21
4 760350 21

0
1

?7 set
? set

760354 21

show

Node
0

CSR Address

Model

762105

1
2
3
4
5

760334
760340
760344
760350
760354

21
21
21
21
21

eee—=-

exit

RKFQSA ~-e=ec=-

Programming the KFQSA...

Note from the system that

'the KFQSA is being programmed.

Configuring the KFQSA

To allow the new program to take effect, turn the eystem power off by
setting the power switch to off (0).
Remove the KFQSA from the backplane.
On the KFQSA, set switch 1 on the four-position switchpack to off (1).
(Figure A-1 shows the location and position of the switchpack.) This
action sets the KFQSA to the normal programming mode; switches 2, 3,

and 4 are disabled and the DSSI addresses are read from the EEROM.

Reinstall the KFQSA in the backplane.

Power up the system by setting the power switch to on (1). Wait for the
self-tests to complete.

10. At the console prompt, enter SHOW QBUS to verify that all addresses are
present and correct, as shown in Example A-8.
11. Return to Section 2.3.7 to unpack the expander.

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Examplo A-86:
>>>

SHOW

Scan

SHOW QBUS Displey

QBUS

Qbus

1/0

Space
(300)

REDX3/KDAS0/RRD50/RQC25/KFQSA~DISK

{760340)=0000

(304)

RQDX3/KDAS50/RRD50/RQC25/KFQSA~DISK

(310)

RQDX3/KDAS0/RRD50/RQC25/KFQSA-DISK

(314)

RODX3/KDAS50/RRD50/RQC25/RFQSA-DIGK

(320

RQDX3/KDAS50/RRD50/RQC25/KFQSA-DISK

(154)

RQDX3/KDAS0/RRD50/RQC25/KFQSA--DISK

(120}

DELQA/DEQNA/DESQA

(260)

TQKSO0/TQK70/TUB1E/RV20/KFQSA-TAPE

-200000DC

(760334)=0000

-200000DE

(760336'=0AA0

-200000E0

-200000E2
~200000E4

(760342)=0AA0
(760344)=0000

~-200000E6

(760346)=0AA0

-200000EB

(760350)=0000
(760352)=0AA0
(760354)=0000

-200000ER

-200000EC
-200014¢8

(760356)=0AA0
(T7215%0)=0000

-2000146A

(772152)=0AA0

-20001820

(774440)-FFO08

-20001922

-20001942

(774442 =FF00
(°74444)=FF2B
(774446)=FF09
(774450)=FFA3
(774452)=FF96
(774454)=0050
(774456)=1030
(774500)=0000
(774502)=0BCO

-20001F40

(777500)=(004)

-200000EE

-20001924
-20001926
=-20001928
-2000192A
-2000192C

-2000192E
=20001940

Scan

of Qbus Memory

IPCR

Space

>>>

Configuring the KFQSA

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Appendix B

Programming Parameters for RF-Series

ISEs
This appendix describes the
parameters for RF-zeries ISEs.

procedures for setting

and exzamining

Two types of DSSI storage adapters are available for VAX 4000, Mi-roVAX

3000-series, MicroVAX II, and DECsystem systems: an embedded DSSI
host adapter that is part of the CPU and the KFQSA storage adapter.
Each storage adapter provides a separate DSSI bus that can support up
to seven RF-geries ISEs (six ISEs for 2 dual-host configuration). The
adapters make a connection between the CPU and the requested ISE on
their respective DSSI bus. Each ISE has its own controller and server that
contain the intelligence and logic necesszry to control data transfers over
the DSSI bus.

B.1 RF-Series ISE Parameters
Sixz principal parameters are associated with each RF-geries ISE:
®

Bus Node ID

ALLCLASS

UNITNUM

FORCEUNI

NODENAME

SYSTEMID

NOTE: Each of the above ISE parameters, with the exception of the Bus
Node ID, is programmed and examined using the console-based Diagnostic
and Utility Protocol (DUP) driver utility. The ISE Bus Node ID is physically
determined by the numbered bus node ID plug that inserts into the ISE front

panel.
A brief description of each parameter follows.

Programming Parameters for RF-Sarieg ISEe

B8-1

The Bus Node ID parameter is provided by the bus node ID plug on the
ISE front panel. Each DSSI bus can support up to seven ISEs, bus nodes
0 through 6 (0 through 5 for dual-host systems). Refer to your Operation
manual for instructions on changing bus node ID plugs.
The ALLCLASS parameter determines the d-vice allocation class. The
allocation class is a numeric value from 0 to 7 35 that is used by the VMS
operating system to derive a path-independ¢ 1t name for multiple access
pathe to the same ISE. RF-series ISEs are ¢ dpped from the factory with
a default allocation class of zero. Each RF- zries ISE to be served to the
cluster should have an allocation class that matches the allocation class
of the host system. Refer to the VMS VAXcluster manual for rules for
specifying allocation class values.
The UNITNUM parameter determines the unit number of the ISE. By

default, the ISE unit number is supplied by the bus node ID plug on the
ISE front panel. Certain multiple bus configurations, described later in
this section, require that the default values be replaced with unique ISE
unit numbers. To set unit numbers and override the default values, you
use the console-based DUP driver utility to supply values to the UNITNUM
parameter and to set a value of zero to ISE parameter FORCEUNI.
The FORCEUNI parameter controls the use of UNITNUM to override
the default ISE unit number supplied by the bus node ID plug. When
FORCEUNI is set to a value of zero, the operating system uses the vaiue
assigned to the UNITNUM parameter, when FORCEUNI is set to a value
of one, the operating system uses the value supplied by the bus node ID
plug.

The NODENAME parameter allows each ISE to have an alphanumeric
node name cf up to eight characters. RF-series I1SEs are shipped from the
factory with a unique identifier, such as R7CZZC, R7TALUC, and so on. You
van nrovide a2 nede name of your choosing if you prefer.
The SYSTEMID parameter provides a number that uniquely identifies
the ISE to the operating systerr. This parameter ie modified only when
replacing an ISE. Only Customer Services representolivee and qualified
gelf-maintenance customers can remave an ISE.
The following describes how the operating system uses the ISE parameters
to form unique identifiers for each ISE. Configurations that require you to
assign new unit numbers for ISEs are also described.

B-2

B400X Expander Instaliation

With an allocation class of vero, the operating system can use the default
parameter values to provide each ISE with a unique device name. The
operaiing system uses the node name along with the device logical name
in the following manner:

NODENAMES$DIAu
where:

NODENAME is a unique ncde name and u is the unit number.
With a nonzero allocation class, the operating system relies on unit number
values to create a unique device name. The operating system uses the

allocation class along with the device logical name in the following manner:

SALLCLASSS$DIAy
where:

ALLCLASS is the allocation class for the system and ISEs, and u is a
unique unit number.
Using the KFQSA storage adapler and mass storage expanders, you can
fill multiple DSSI busses. Each bus can have seven ISEs (bus nodes 0—
6). When a second hus is added to the syastem, and your system is using
a nonzero allocation class, you need to assign new unit numbers for ISEs
on one of the busses, as the unit numbers for ISEs throughout the system
must be unique. Table B-1 illustrates the need to program unit numbers
for a system using both more than one DSSI bus and a nonzero allocation
class. In the case of the nonzero allocation class, the operating system sees
the ISEs as having duplicate device names.

Programming Parameters for RF-Series ISEs

B-3

Teble B-1: How the VMS Operating System identifies the ISEs
Aliccation Close=0

Nomgero Allocation
ALLCLASS=1)

R7CZZC$DIAO

$18D1A0°

R7ALUCEDIAL

$14DIA1"

R7EBSC$DIA2

$1$DIA2"

R7IDFC$DIAO

$1$DIAO°

R7IBZCEDIAL

$18D1AY"

R7IKJCEDIA2

$18D1A2"

R7ID3C$DIA3

$1¢DIA3

R7XA4CEIDIAS

$18D1A4

RIQIYCSDIASB

$18DIAS

R7DA4CEDLAS

$18DiA6

Clags

(Exemple:

*Indicates duplicats device names. For one of the DSSI busesa, the unit numbers need to be

reprogrammed to avoid this ervar.

The following instructions describe how to change ISE parameters using
the DUP driver utility. In the sample procedures, the allocation class will
be set to 2, the ISEs will be assigned new unit numbers, and the system
disk will be aesigned a new node name.
1.

Enter the console mode.

The procedure for programming internal parameters for RF-series ISEs
requires that you issue commands to those RF-eeries ISEs at the console
prompt (>>>,. You may enter these commands in either uppercase or
lowercase letters. Unless otherwise instructed, enter each command,
then press Return.

Enter console mode as follows:

Set the Break Enable/Disable switch on the CPU cover panel to the

Set the power switch for each unit (both hosts for a dual-host
system, and any expanders for expanded systems) to on (1).

enable position.

Wait for the system to display the console prompt (>>>).

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Make sure the ISEe for which you want to set parameters are on line
and are not write protecied. The Run/Ready button should be (lit), and
the Write-Protect button should be out (not lit).

For systems with embedded DSSI, enter sHow Dss1 at the console
prompt for a display of all DSSI devices in your expanded system. For
KFQSA-based DSSI, enter sHow uQssp.
The firmware displays two lines of information for each ISE. The

first line contains the node number and node name. The second line
contains the device name and unit number followed by the device type
in parentheses.
For embedded DSSI, the device name consists of the letters DIAn and

the DSSI host adapter is identified by an asterisk (*).

For KFQSA-

based DSSI, the device name consists of the letters DUecn, where ¢ ia
the controller letter and n is a unique unit number.
The following ezamples show a system with three RF31 ISEs. Ezample B~1
shows a system with embedded DSSI and Example B-2 shows a system
with KFQSA-based DSSI.

Example B8-1:

SHOW DSS! Dieplay (Embedded D8SI)

>>>8H0N DESI

DESI
-DIRO

DSSI
-DIAl
DSSI
-DIA2

D8SI

Nede

(RTICZZC)

(RF31)

Node

(R7TALDC)

(RF31)
Node

(R7EB3C)

(RF31)

Nede

(¥*)

>>>

Programming Parameters for RF-Series ISEs

B-6

Exampls B-2:

SHOW UQSSP Display (KFQSA-Based DSSI)

>>>8800% 0Q8EP

UQSSP

Disk

-DUAO

(RF31)

UQSSP

Lisk Contrcller

-DUB1

(RF31)

UQSSP Disk

Controller

Contreller

-DUC2

(RF31)

UQsSsSP

Tape

-MUAO

(TK70)

Contrcller

(772150)

(760334)

(760340)

(774500)

In this example, each ISE will be assigned an allocation class of 2, and the
system disk will be given a new node name. Also, ISEs DIAO, DIA1, and
DIA2 (or DUAO, DUBI1, and DUC2) will be assigned unit numbers 10, 11,
and 12, respectively.

B.2 Entering the DUP Driver Utility
To examine and change internal RF-series ISE parameters, you must first
activate the DUP driver utility by setting host to the specific ISE for which
you want to modify or examine parameters.

Use the following commands for embedded DSSI:
For VAX 4000 Model 300 systems:
SET HOST/DUP/DSS1/BUS:<bus_number> <node_number> PARAMS

where:

<bus_number> is the DSSI bus number (0 or 1), and <node_number>
is the bus node ID (0—-6) for the ISE on the bus.
For all other systems with an embedded DSSI bus:
SET HOST/DUP/DSSI <node_number> PARAMS

where:

<node_number> is the bus node ID (0-6) for the !SE on the bus.

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B400X Expander Instaliation

Use the foliowing command for KFQSA-bassd DSTM!:
SET HOST. DUP/UQSSP/DISK <node_number> PARAMS

where:
<node_number> is the bus nade ID (0—6) for the ISE on the bus.

The following ezamples show the commands entered at the console prompt
to start the DUP server for the ISE at node 0. In Example B-3, you enter
SET HOST DUF.DSSI 0 PARAMS for embedded DSSI. In Example B4, you

enter SET HOST ‘DUP, UQSSP. DISK 0 PARAMS for KFQSA-based DSSI.

Example B-3:

Starting the DUP Driver Utility (Embedded DSSI)

>>>8BT HOST/DUP/DSSI
Starting DUP
Copyright

(¢)

O PARRMS

server...
1990

Daigital

Equipment

Corporation

FARAMS>

Example B-4:

Starting the DUP Driver Utllity (KFQSA-Based DSSI)

>>>8RT BOST/DUP/UQB8EP/DIBK 0 PRARAMS
Starting DUP
Copyright

(c)

server...
1990

Digital

Equipment

Corporation

FARAMS>

B.3 Setting Allocation Class
After entering the DUP driver utility for a specified ISE, you can examine
and set the allocation class for the ISE as follows:
1.

At the PARAMS> prompt, enter sHOW ALLCLASS to check the allocation
class of the ISE to which you are currently connected.

Enter SET ALLCLASS 2 (or enter the allocation class you desire).

Enter sHow ALLCLASS to verify the new allocation clase.

Ezample B-6 shows the steps for examining and changing the allocation
class for a specified ISE. In the example, the allocatior: class is changed
from an allocation class of 0 to an allecation class of 2.

Programming Parameters for RF-Series ISEs

B-7

Example B-5: Setiing Allocation Clase for a Specified ISE

PARAMS>8B0W ALLCIASS
Parameter

Current

Default

Type

Radix

PARAMS>EET RLLCLAS3 2
PARAMS>ESROW RLLCLASS
Farameter
coonen

Current
covcacececocoacomeon

Default
L

P Y

YL Y

Type
T

LX Y

Radix
Y

ceaee

B.4 Setting Unit Number
After entering the DUP driver utility for a specified ISE, you can ezamine
and set the unit number for the ISE as follows:
1.

At the PARAMS> prompt, enter sHOW UNITNUM to check the unit number
of the ISE to which you are currently connected.

Enter SET UNITNUM 10 (or enter the unit number you desire).

Enter SET FORCEUNI 0 to override the default unit number value
supplied by the bus node ID plug.

Enter sHOW UNITNUM to verify the new unit number.

Enter sHow FORCEUNI to verify that the current value for the FORCEUNI
parameter is 0.

Example B-5 shows the steps for changing the unit number of a

specified ISE from unit number 0 to unit number 10.

Label the ISE with its unit number, using the unit number labels
shipped with your system. Figure B-1 shows where to affix a2 unit
number label on the ISE front panel.

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Exemple B-§: Sefting a Unit Number for a Specified ISE

PARAMS>EBOW UHITHUM

Parameter

Current

Default

Type

Radix

Default

Type

Radix

PARAMS>OET URITHOM 10
PARAMS>SET PORCEUHI 0
PARAMS>SHON URITHRM

Parameter

Current

UNITNUM

Word

Dec

PARAMS>8E0W FORCEUWI

Parameter

Current

Default

FORCEUNI

Figure B-1:

Type
1

Boolean

Radix
0/1

Atteching @ Unit Number Labsl to the ISE Front Panel

Attach Unit

Number Laebel

.
Programming Parameters for RF-Series ISEs

B-8

B.5 Setting Node Name
After entering the DUP driver utility for a specified ISE, you can examine
and set the node name for the ISE as follows:
1.

At the PARAMS> prompt, enter SHOW NODENAME to check the node name of
the ISE to which you are currently connected.

Enter SET NODENAME SYSDSK (or enter the desired alphanumeric node
name of up to eight characters).

Enter sHow NODENAME to verify the new node name.

Example B-7 shows the steps for changing the node name of a specified
ISE from the factory-supplied name to SYSDSK.

Example B-7:

Changing @ Node Name for a Specified ISE

PARAMS >SECH UODERNE

FParameter
-

NODENAME

Current
-t
e o
-

Default
L

R7CZ2C

RF31

Type
d

String

Radix
-

Ascii

PARAMS>EET HODENRIE 8Y DR
FARAMS>SHOW RODEHRMR

Parameter
NODENAME

Current
SYSDSK

Default
RF31

Type
String

Radix
Ascii

B.6 Setting System (D
NOTE: This parameter is modified only when replacing an ISE. Only
Customer Services representatives and qualified self-maintenance customers
should remove an ISE. A!l parameters for the replacement ISE should be
programmed to match those of the original ISE. When replacing an ISE, be
sure to set the SYSTEMID parameter to match that of the original.
After entering the DUP driver utility for a specified ISE, you can examine

and set the system ID for the ISE as follows:
1.

At the ParRAMS> prompt, enter SHOW SYSTEMID to check the system 1D of

Enter SET SYSTEMID System ID (enter the desired serial number-based
system ID).

the ISE to which you are currently connected.

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Enter sHow sYSTEMID to verify the new system ID.

Exzample B-8 shows the steps for changing the system ID of a specified ISE
from the factory-supplied system ID to 1402183310841 (the system ID for
the replacement ISE is programmed to match that of the original ISE).

Example 8-8:

Changing @ Sysiem ID for @ Specified (BE

PARAMS>8EHOW SYSTRIID

Parameter
SYSTEMID

Current
0402195310841

Default
0000000000000

Type
Quadword

Radix
Hex

PARAMS>BRT OYBTERMID 1402193310041
PARAMS>BECW BYSTERIID
Parameter
SYSTEMID

Current
1402193310841

Default
0000000000000

Type
Quadword

Redix
Hex

B.7 Exiting the DUP Server Utility
After you have completed seiting and examining internal ISE parameters,
enter the WRITE comimand at the PARAMS> prompt to save the ISE
parameters you have changed using the SET command. The changes are
recorded to nonvolatile memory.

If you have changed the allocation class or node name of an ISE, the DUP
driver utility will ask you to initialize the controller. Answer Yes (Y) to
allow the changes to be recorded and to exit the DUP driver utility.
If you have not changed the allocation class or nede name, enter the EXIT

command at the PARAMS> prompt to exit the DUP driver utility for the
specified ISE. Example B-9 shows the procedure for saving parameter
changes. In the example, the controller is initialized.

Programming Parameters for RF-Series ISEs

B-11

Example B-8:

Exiting the DUP Driver Utliity for @ Specified ISE

PARAMS
>UR TR
Changes

require

Stopping

DUP

controller

initialization,

ok?

[Y/(N)]

server...

>>>

NOTE: You must repeat the procedures in this chapter for each ISE for
which you want to change parameters.
Example B-10 shows the display for the SHOW DSSI command for a system

with embedded DSSI after the unit numbers for the ISEs have been changed
from 0, 1, and 2 to 10, 11, and 12. Notice that the bus 0 device names are
now DIA10, DIA1l, and DIA12.

Example B-10:

SHOW DSS! Display

>>>8RH0W DE8SI

DSSI Neode

-DIA10

DSSI Node

-DIAll

(SYSDSK)

(RF31)
1

(R7ALUC)

(RF31)

DSSI Node

(R7EB3C)

-DIAl2

(RF31)
DSSI Bus O Node

(%)

>»>

Example B-11 shows the display for the SHOW UQSSP command for &
system with KFQSA-based DSSI.

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Example B-11:

SHOW UQSSP Display (KFQSA-Based DSSH)

>>>8B0W UQ8sP
UQssPp

Disk

Controller

(772150)

~DUAO
UQsSsP

(RF31)
Disk Controller

(7603343)

-DUB1

(RF31)

uQssp

Disk

Controller 2

(760340)

-DuC2
UQSSFk

(RF31)
Tape Contrcller 0

(774500)

-MUAO

(TK70)

Programming Parameters for RF-Series ISEs

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Appendix C

Related Documentation
The following documents contain information relating to the B400X
expander.

Document Title

Order Number

BA430/BA¢40 Enclosure Maintenance
KFQ Storage Adapter Installation and User Manual
Microsystems Options
RF71 Disk Drive Installation Manual

EK-348AB-MG
EK-XFQSA-IN
EK-182AC-MG
EK-RF71D-IM