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DECsystem 5100
Installation Guide
EK-420AA-IN.001

August 1990
This guide describes how to install and test a DECsystem 5100. It also provides
information about installing the operating system software.

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digital equipment corporation
maynard, massachusetts

This is a new guide.

August 1990
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Contents
Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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1 Getting Started
1.1
1.2

Choosing the Right Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1–1
1–2

2 Installing Your DECsystem 5100
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4

Identifying the System Ports and Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing Connector Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting the Console Terminal to the System Unit . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting the System Unit Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2–2
2–3
2–5
2–6

3 Starting Your DECsystem 5100
3.1
3.2
3.2.1

Starting your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the Power-Up Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unsuccessful Power-Up Self-Test Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3–1
3–2
3–4

4 Installing Peripheral Devices
4.1
4.2
4.2.1
4.3
4.4

Guidelines for Connecting Expansion Boxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Determining Available SCSI IDs on Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reading the Configuration Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparing Your System for an Expansion Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unpacking an Expansion Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4–2
4–3
4–3
4–4
4–5

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4.5
4.6
4.7
4.7.1
4.7.2

Connecting One Expansion Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting Two Expansion Boxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting Peripherals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting a Peripheral to a DEC423 MMJ Port . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting a Peripheral to a Modem Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4–6
4–7
4–10
4–11
4–13

5 Connecting to a Network
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.4.1
5.4.2
5.5
5.5.1
5.6
5.6.1

A Brief Introduction to Networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting Your Ethernet Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting Your System to ThinWire Ethernet Cable . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting to a Standard Ethernet Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the Network Select Button for Standard Ethernet . . .
Connecting a Transceiver Cable to Your System . . . . . . . . . . .
Creating a Daisy-Chained Work Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting Your System to a DECconnect Faceplate . . . . . . . .
Completing Your Ethernet Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If the Network Installation Fails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

6 Installing Software
6.1
6.1.1
6.1.2
6.2
6.2.1
6.2.2

Installing Your DECsystem 5100 Software on Hard Disk . . . . . . .
Using a Tape Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Ethernet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Where to Go from Here . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the ULTRIX-32 (RISC) Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing Application Software Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A System Specifications
B Associated Documentation
Index

6–1
6–1
6–2
6–3
6–3
6–3

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

Unpacking Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Ports and Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing Connector Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting a Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting the Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the SCSI Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Expansion Box and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
50-pin Terminator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting One Expansion Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting Two Expansion Boxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting a Peripheral to MMJ Port 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting a Peripheral to the Modem Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting a Peripheral to the Optional Modem Port . . . . . . . . . .
Network Select Button and Ethernet Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adding ThinWire Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting the T-Connector to the Back of the System Unit . . . . .
Connecting a Transceiver Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting Your System to a DECconnect Faceplate . . . . . . . . . . .

1–3
2–2
2–4
2–5
2–6
4–4
4–5
4–6
4–7
4–8
4–12
4–14
4–15
5–4
5–5
5–6
5–7
5–9

Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Memory Size Indication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Unit Metrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Storage Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Operating Conditions and Nonoperating Conditions . . . . .
RZ23 and RZ24 Hard Disk Drive Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TZ30 Tape Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RX23 Diskette Drive Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

viii
3–2
A–1
A–2
A–2
A–2
A–3
A–4
A–4
B–2

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

Preface

Purpose of This Guide
This guide describes how to install and test your DECsystem 5100. It also
provides information about installing the operating system software.

Who Should Use This Guide
This guide is written for people who have little or no previous experience
with computers. The new owner of a DECsystem 5100 uses this guide for
installation and testing.

Structure of This Guide
This guide contains six chapters and three appendixes.
Chapter 1 includes information on getting started, reviewing your site
requirements, and unpacking your equipment.
Chapter 2 provides instructions for installing new DECsystem 5100s.
Chapter 3 provides information on starting your system, and inspecting the
results of the power-up self-tests.
Chapter 4 tells you how to connect the optional add-on storage, software
loading devices, and other peripherals that you can use with your system.
Chapter 5 discusses connecting your system to simple Ethernet networks.
Chapter 6 describes how to install your operating system.

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Appendixes provide complementary information on the following topics:
System specifications
DECsystem 5100 order numbers
Ethernet configuration guidelines

For More Information
See Appendix B for a list of associated documents to help you become
acquainted with your new system.

Conventions
Table 1 lists the conventions used in this guide:
Table 1
Convention

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Conventions
Description

MONOSPACE

Text displayed on the screen is shown in monospace type.

[]

In command syntax descriptions, brackets [ ] indicate optional
elements.

In command syntax descriptions, a vertical line separates similar
options, one of which you can choose.

bold

User input is shown in bold type.

italic type

Italic type emphasizes important information, indicates variables,
and references titles of other manuals.

Note

A note contains information of special importance to the reader.

Caution

A caution contains information to prevent damage to the equipment.

Warning

A warning contains information to prevent personal injury.

1
Getting Started
This chapter tells you how to prepare for setting up your system, including
how to:
Choose the right location for your DECsystem 5100
Make sure that the shipping carton contains everything you need.

1.1 Choosing the Right Location
Use the following checklist to keep your system operating at its best:
Carefully read all installation instructions before you turn on the power.
Keep the temperature between 10° and 32°C (50° and 90°F) if your system
has a TZ30 tape drive installed. If the system does not have a TZ30
installed, keep the temperature between 10° and 40°C (50° and 104°F).
Keep the relative humidity between 40% and 80% if your system has a
TZ30 tape drive installed. Tape cartridges should also be stored at this
relative humidity. If the system does not have a TZ30 installed, keep the
relative humidity between 10% and 90%.
Keep the air well circulated to prevent excess heat and dust from
accumulating.
Keep your equipment away from heaters, photocopiers, direct sunlight, and
abrasive particles.
Before you set up your system, select a surface that is large enough to hold
the system unit. Your desk or work table is a good choice.
Keep the area clean. Do not place food or liquid on or near your equipment,
and do not place your system unit directly on the floor. Dust and dirt will
damage the system components.

Getting Started 1–1

Keep air vents clear on each side of the system unit for proper ventilation.
Do not place the system unit on its side. Blocking the air vents can cause
the system unit to overheat.
Connect your system to a dedicated, isolated grounded circuit.
If you have several pieces of equipment that need to be plugged into an
electrical outlet, use a grounded power strip. Many power strips come with
an on/off switch and a surge protector.
Do not exceed the voltage or current requirements of the circuit.
Appendix A list these requirements.
To avoid damaging equipment that has been moved inside from a cold
environment, let the equipment warm to room temperature before you turn
it on. Let tape cartridges stabilize for 24 hours.

1.2 Unpacking
Caution Because of the weight of the system unit, two people should lift the equipment
out of the shipping carton and place it on a work surface.
The shipping carton contains three boxes. The large box contains the system
unit and the accessory tray. The other two boxes contain the country kit and
the software licenses respectively. Figure 1–1 shows the contents of each box.
When unpacking the boxes keep the contents of each box separate from the
others. Expansion boxes are packed in separate cartons.

1–2 Getting Started

Figure 1–1

Unpacking Your System

System Unit

COUNTRY KIT CONTENTS
Documentation
Power Cord

SOFTWARE LICENCES
Product Authorization Keys (PAKs)

ACCESSORY TRAY CONTENTS
Terminal Cable
(BC16E-25)
Two Terminators and
One T-Connector (ThinWire Ethernet)
DEC423 to RS232 Adapter
(H8571-A)
Connector Covers
SCSI Terminator
Loopback Connector (Standard Ethernet)
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Getting Started 1–3

Check the contents of the shipping carton against the shipping list to make
sure that it contains everything you ordered.
Inform the delivery agent and your Digital Sales representative if any items
are missing or damaged.
Note Depending on how you set up your system, you may not use all the components
supplied with your system. Unused parts should be stored safely for future use.
Always repack the system unit in its original packing material when moving
or relocating your system. This precaution will protect the hard disks from
damage.

1–4 Getting Started

2
Installing Your DECsystem 5100
This chapter describes how to install your DECsystem 5100. It also describes
how to connect the following:
Connector covers
ThinWire Ethernet T-connector and terminators
Standard Ethernet loopback connector
Console terminal
System power cord
You must connect each of these items to successfully complete, and examine
the results of, the power-up self-tests. Chapter 3 describes the power-up
self-tests.
Caution Do not block the air vents on either side of the system unit. Blocking these air
vents can cause the system to overheat.
Make sure that you have located the system unit correctly before you connect
anything to it. Use the following guidelines:
Place the system on a flat surface.
Leave space at the back of the system unit to allow you to connect the
cables.
Make sure that the system unit’s on/off switch is set to the off (O) position.
Figure 2–1 shows the location of the on/off switch.

Installing Your DECsystem 5100

2–1

2.1 Identifying the System Ports and Connectors
Figure 2–1 identifies all the system unit ports and connectors.
Figure 2–1

System Ports and Connectors

On/Off Switch
System AC Power
SCSI Port
Second Modem Port (Optional)
MMJ Ports 8 to 10 (Optional)
MMJ Ports 4 to 7 (Optional)
Standard Ethernet
Connector
Standard Ethernet Light
Network Select Button
ThinWire Ethernet Light
ThinWire Ethernet
Connector
Halt/Reset Button
1
MMJ Port
2
3

MMJ Port
MMJ Port
Modem Port

Diagnostic LEDs
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2–2 Installing Your DECsystem 5100

2.2 Installing Connector Covers
The three connector covers, provided with your system, protect the unused
connectors on the back of the system unit. After you have identified the ports
and connectors, you can install covers on the unused connectors as determined
by your system configuration.
Note If the DHT80 asynchronous module is installed, MMJ ports 4 to 8 are visible,
see Figure 2–1.
If the DHT80 asynchronous module is not installed, install cover 1 (PN.
74-38974-01), and cover 2 (PN. 74-38973-01). See Figure 2–2 A.
Note Due to the construction of the covers, cover 2 must be installed first.
If the DHT80 asynchronous module is installed, but you are not using the
second modem port (see Figure 2–1), you can cover it, using cover 1. See
Figure 2–2 B.
If you do not want to use the external SCSI interface, install cover 3 (PN.
74-38975-01). See Figure 2–2 A and B.

Installing Your DECsystem 5100

2–3

Figure 2–2

Installing Connector Covers
1
2
3

B
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2–4 Installing Your DECsystem 5100

2.3 Connecting the Console Terminal to the System Unit
Note Make sure that the on/off switch on the terminal is in the off (O) position.
The terminal must be set at 9600 baud, with 8 bits, and no parity. On most
terminals, this is the default setting. See your terminal documentation if you
need information on setting up your terminal.
Note If you connect the terminal cable to one of the MMJ ports on the back of
a VT3xx terminal, you must set the port for DEC-423 operation. See your
terminal documentation for details.
Connect the terminal cable supplied with the system (see Figure 1–1) to MMJ
port 3 on the back of the system unit. See Figure 2–3. Connect the other end
of the console cable to the communications port on the terminal.
Figure 2–3

Connecting a Terminal

Local Terminal
Cable
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Installing Your DECsystem 5100

2–5

2.4 Connecting the System Unit Power Cord
Note Make sure that the on/off switch on the back of the system unit is in the off (O)
position.
The system accepts power inputs in the ranges 100/120 VAC and 200/240 VAC
at 50 or 60 Hertz. Within these limits the power supply is self-sensing and no
selection or switching is required.
Connect the power cord supplied to the power socket on the back of the system
unit. See Figure 2–4. Connect the other end of the power cord to a grounded
power outlet.
Figure 2–4

Connecting the Power Cord

System Power Cord

RE_EN05155A_90

2–6 Installing Your DECsystem 5100

3
Starting Your DECsystem 5100
This chapter describes how to start your system and inspect the results of the
power-up self-test.
Caution To avoid damaging equipment that has been moved inside from a cold
environment, let it warm to room temperature before turning it on.

3.1 Starting your System
Perform the following steps to start your DECsystem 5100:
1

Turn on the console terminal connected to MMJ port 3 (see your terminal
documentation).

Note Allow time for the console terminal to complete its power-up sequence,
otherwise you will not be able to view the system power-up self-test display.
2

Turn on the system unit by setting the on/off switch on the back of the
system unit to the on ( | ) position.
It takes approximately one and a half minutes for the initial power-up
display to appear. Section 3.2 shows an example of the power-up display.

Starting Your DECsystem 5100 3–1

3.2 Checking the Power-Up Display
When you turn on the system unit, a power-up display is displayed on the
console terminal screen. The power-up self-test consists of a series of tests,
each test having an identification number. The system displays the number
of the currently executing test followed by two periods. As you can see from
the following example, test 26 is the first test to execute, and the test sequence
counts down to test 3, the last test.
If you see a display similar to the following, your system has passed all the
power-up self-tests.
26..25..24..23..22..21..20..19..18..17..16..15..14..13..12..11..10..9..
8..7..6..5..4..3..

The numbers in the power-up self-test display correspond to groups of tests for
specific system functions.
The Console Banner
If the power-up self-test completes successfully, the system displays the console
banner and prompt. The console banner is as follows:
KN230 Vx.x
08-00-2b-55-55-55
0x1000000
>>

1
2
3
4

The significance of each line in the console banner is as follows:
1

CPU name and the firmware version

Ethernet address

Internal memory size in hexadecimal format
Table 3–1 is a conversion table that translates hexadecimal memory sizes
into decimal memory sizes.

Table 3–1

Memory Size Indication

Memory Size

Hexadecimal Value

8Mb

0x800000

16MB

0x1000000

24MB

0x1800000

32MB

0x2000000
(continued on next page)

3–2 Starting Your DECsystem 5100

Table 3–1 (Cont.)

Memory Size Indication

Memory Size

Hexadecimal Value

40MB

0x2800000

48MB

0x3000000

56MB

0x3800000

64MB

0x4000000

72MB

0x4800000

80MB

0x5000000

96MB

0x6000000

104MB

0x6800000

128MB

0x8000000

Console prompt

The Unusable Memory Console Banner
When the power-up diagnostics find unusable memory, the console banner
message contains an information message showing the amount of unusable
memory. The system console banner looks similar to the following:
KN230 Vx.x
08-00-2b-55-55-55
0x1000000
bad mem: 0x1400
>>
1

The size of the unusable memory, in hexadecimal format, found by the
power-up diagnostics

You may still be able to use your system when you see a console banner of this
type, depending on how much of the memory is unusable.

Starting Your DECsystem 5100 3–3

3.2.1 Unsuccessful Power-Up Self-Test Display
If one of the self-tests fails after you initially turn on the system, the power-up
self-test halts after it displays the failing test number. The system displays
the contents of certain system registers, then performs the remaining power-up
self-tests. After completing the remaining tests in the sequence, the system
displays the console prompt.
The following display shows a sample power-up self-test failure, with test
group 21 failing:
26..25..24..23..22..21..
?1f 03 ff 0001
P1= 00000000 P2= 00000000 P3= 00000000 P4= 00000000 P5= 00000000
P6= 00000000 P7= 00000000 P8= 00000000 P9= 00000000 P10=00000000
gp= 17bcbcfc sp= a000f7b0 fp=bfc00480 sr= 00000000
epc=bfc20a70 badvaddr=00060000 cause=3000000
20..19..18..17..16..15..14..13..12..11..10..9..
8..7..6..5..4..3..
>>

In the previous example, test 21 failed.
If an Error Occurs
If you see a power-up self-test display similar to the one shown in Section 3.2.1,
perform the following checks:
1

Make sure that all external connections, cables, and power cords are
secure.

Make sure that the standard Ethernet cable or ThinWire Ethernet cable, if
installed, is properly connected.

If you have expansion boxes connected to your system, make sure that
the SCSI cable is properly connected and that the last expansion box is
properly terminated.

Run the power-up self-tests again. To run the power-up tests again, press the
halt/reset button or enter the following command at the console prompt:
>> test 0x0

If the error remains, see the DECsystem 5100 Operator’s Guide for information
on troubleshooting, and on contacting your Digital Field Service representative.

3–4 Starting Your DECsystem 5100

4
Installing Peripheral Devices
This chapter tells you how to install the peripheral devices for your DECsystem
5100.
You may connect various peripheral devices to your DECsystem 5100. Among
the supported peripheral devices are the following:
SCSI Expansion boxes
Printers, terminals, and other devices that use DEC423 asynchronous
connectors
Modems and other devices that use RS232 synchronous connectors
Warning Turning on power before you are instructed to do so can cause personal injury
and damage equipment.
Caution Attaching a peripheral device to the wrong connector on the system unit can
damage the system unit and the peripheral device.

Installing Peripheral Devices 4–1

4.1 Guidelines for Connecting Expansion Boxes
Use the following guidelines when connecting expansion boxes:
You can connect any combination of two expansion boxes. However, each
device in the expansion boxes must have a unique SCSI ID.
You must attach the 50-pin terminator that comes with your expansion box
to an unused SCSI connector on the back of an expansion box.
Plug All expansion boxes into the same grounded power strip or electrical
outlet.
Caution Some expansion boxes are restricted to either 110 VAC, or 220 VAC
operation. Make sure that the voltage requirement of any expansion box
used is compatible with the supply voltage.
Turn on all expansion boxes before you turn on your system unit.
This procedure ensures that the device in each expansion box is ready for
use, and that the system firmware includes the device in its configuration.

4–2 Installing Peripheral Devices

4.2 Determining Available SCSI IDs on Your System
You must determine which SCSI IDs are available for use before connecting an
expansion box. Use the configuration display to determine this information.

4.2.1 Reading the Configuration Display
Enter the following command at the console prompt (>>), and press Return to
display the configuration table:
>> conf -b

The system displays its configuration, similar to the following:
Note The terms SCSI ID and unit number have the same meaning and are
interchangeable.
hardware: revision 1
firmware: revision 1
ethernet hardware address: 08-00-2b-12-7f-58
option board: Asynch Comm, 8 ports
memory: total size 16MBs
scsi peripherals
unit type
product
removable/fixed
0 disk
RZ24
(c)DEC
fixed
3 disk
RZ24
(c)DEC
fixed
7 host adapter

1
1
2

>>
1

SCSI IDs 0 and 3 are occupied by internal RZ24 hard disk drives.

SCSI ID 7 is reserved for the host adapter (KN230).

There are eight possible SCSI IDs, 0 to 7. In the previous example, three SCSI
IDs (0, 3, and 7) are occupied. A new expansion box or internal device can
occupy any one of the remaining five SCSI IDs (1, 2, 4, 5, or 6).

Installing Peripheral Devices 4–3

4.3 Preparing Your System for an Expansion Box
If you plan to add an expansion box to your system, you must first remove the
SCSI cover.
1

Turn off your system by setting the on/off switch to the off (O) position.

Place your fingers under the locking tab on the SCSI port cover and lift the
cover to release it. See Figure 4–1.

Figure 4–1

Removing the SCSI Cover

SCSI Cover

Lift Locking Tab
to Release

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Save the cover — you must reattach it if you disconnect all expansion boxes
from the system unit.

4–4 Installing Peripheral Devices

4.4 Unpacking an Expansion Box
Each expansion box is shipped from the factory with the following accessories:
One 50-pin to 50-pin cable. Use this cable to connect the expansion box to
the system unit or to other expansion boxes.
One power cord.
One 50-pin terminator. Use this to terminate the last expansion box.
One cable with a 68-pin connector at one end and a 50-pin connector at the
other end. This cable is not used with DECsystem 5100.
Some expansion boxes are shipped with test media. For example, the
TK50Z tape drive expansion box is shipped with a blank tape.
Figure 4–2 shows all the parts that you need to set up your expansion box.
Make sure that you have each part shown.
Figure 4–2

Expansion Box and Accessories

50-Pin to 50-Pin
Connector Cable

Terminator
Power Cord

MLO-002749

Installing Peripheral Devices 4–5

4.5 Connecting One Expansion Box
To connect a single expansion box to your system unit, perform the following
steps:
1

Set the on/off switches on the system unit and expansion box to the off (O)
position.

Turn the expansion box so that the back is facing you.

Verify the SCSI ID switch positions.
Each device is shipped from the factory with the SCSI switches set in a
default position. See the documentation supplied with your expansion box
to determine the default SCSI ID for that device.

Note Dual drive expansion boxes contain two devices and have two sets of SCSI
ID switches that must be set to different IDs. Remember, no two devices on
the SCSI bus can occupy the same SCSI ID. See the documentation supplied
with your expansion box for more information on setting SCSI IDs.
4

Set the SCSI ID on the expansion box to an open ID if the default ID is
occupied by another device on the bus.

Connect the expansion box cable as follows:
Connect one end of the 50-pin to 50-pin connector cable to the SCSI port on
the back of the system unit and snap the bail lock loops in place.
Connect the other end of the 50-pin to 50-pin connector cable to either port
on the back of the expansion box and snap the bail lock loops in place.

Connect a 50-pin terminator to the unused port on the expansion box.
Figure 4–3 shows you what the 50-pin terminator looks like.

Figure 4–3

50-pin Terminator

MLO-002346

Caution Make sure that the the voltage requirement of the expansion box is
compatible with the supply voltage.

4–6 Installing Peripheral Devices

Connect the power cord to the expansion box receptacle and plug the other
end into an electrical outlet.
Figure 4–4 shows how to connect the SCSI cable from an expansion box to
your system unit.

Figure 4–4

Connecting One Expansion Box

Terminator

Connector Cable

Power Cord

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Enter the following command to determine whether the system has
included the expansion box in the configuration display:
>> conf -b

If you connected the expansion box correctly, the resulting display has an
extra line giving the unit number, device type, device name, and media
type of the expansion box that you connected.

4.6 Connecting Two Expansion Boxes
You can add an additional expansion box at a later time and daisy-chain the
second box to the first. To daisy-chain (link two expansion boxes together in
series), perform the following steps:
1

Make sure the on/off switches on the system unit and all expansion boxes
are set to the off (O).

Remove the 50-pin terminator on the first expansion box. Store the
terminator for future use.

Connect one end of the 50-pin to 50-pin connector cable to the second
expansion box.

Installing Peripheral Devices 4–7

If the default ID is occupied by another device on the bus, set the SCSI ID
on the expansion box to an open ID.

Note Dual drive expansion boxes contain two devices and have two sets of SCSI
ID switches that must be set to different IDs. Remember, no two devices on
any single SCSI bus can occupy the same SCSI ID. See the documentation
supplied with your expansion box for more information on setting SCSI IDs.
5

Connect the other end of the 50-pin to 50-pin connector cable to an
available port on the first expansion box.

Attach a 50-pin terminator to the unused SCSI port on the second
expansion box.

Connect the power cord of the second expansion box to the expansion power
receptacle and plug the other end into an electrical outlet. Each expansion
box needs its own source of power.
Figure 4–5 shows how to daisy-chain two expansion boxes.

Figure 4–5

Connecting Two Expansion Boxes

Terminator

50-Pin to 50-Pin
Connector Cable

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4–8 Installing Peripheral Devices

Enter the following command to determine whether the system has
included the expansion boxes in the configuration display:
>> conf -b

If you connected the expansion boxes correctly, the resulting display has
two extra lines giving the unit numbers, device types, device names, and
media types of the expansion boxes that you connected.

Installing Peripheral Devices 4–9

4.7 Connecting Peripherals
You can connect a wide variety of peripherals to your DECsystem 5100:
terminals, printers, modems, or other devices that use either the RS232 25-pin
D-sub connector or DEC423 MMJ connector.
The basic DECsystem 5100, without the DHT80 asynchronous module,
provides three MMJ ports and one modem (25-pin D-sub) port. MMJ port 3 is
reserved for the console terminal. You can use any of the other three ports to
connect peripherals.
The optional DHT80 asynchronous module (if installed) provides a further
seven MMJ ports, and a second modem port.
If you need a further DEC423 MMJ port and if you are not using one of
the modem ports, you can convert the modem port to an MMJ port, using a
DEC423 to RS232 adapter (H8571-A).

4–10 Installing Peripheral Devices

4.7.1 Connecting a Peripheral to a DEC423 MMJ Port
Your DECsystem 5100 has a minimum of three MMJ ports. MMJ port 3 is
reserved for the console terminal. Use any of the other two MMJ ports to
connect peripherals.
The optional DHT80 asynchronous module (if installed) provides a further
seven MMJ ports.
The following procedure describes how to connect a peripheral to one of the
MMJ ports on the back of the system unit:
Note Some peripheral cables have grounding straps. You must connect these
grounding straps to the grounding stud closest to the port that you are using.
1

Turn off the DECsystem 5100 and the peripheral, by setting the on/off
switches to the off (O) position.

Choose an unused MMJ port. If you are using all the MMJ ports, and
you have a DEC423 to RS232 adapter, you can convert one of the modem
ports to an MMJ port. Use Steps 2, 3, and 4 of the procedure outlined
in Section 4.7.2 to connect the adapter, then return to this procedure at
Step 3.

Press the MMJ connector, on the peripheral cable, into the chosen MMJ
port until the tab on the connector clicks.

Turn on the peripheral by setting its on/off switch to the on ( | ) position.

Turn on the DECsystem 5100 by setting its on/off switch to the on ( | )
position.

Figure 4–6 shows how to connect an MMJ cable to MMJ port 8 on the DHT80
asynchronous module.

Installing Peripheral Devices 4–11

Figure 4–6

Connecting a Peripheral to MMJ Port 8

Asynchronous
Cable
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4–12 Installing Peripheral Devices

4.7.2 Connecting a Peripheral to a Modem Port
The basic DECsystem 5100 has one modem port, situated between MMJ port
3 and the status LED display. The optional DHT80 asynchronous module (if
installed) provides a second modem port.
The following procedure describes how to connect a peripheral to one of the
modem ports on the back of the system unit:
1

Turn off the DECsystem 5100 and the peripheral, by setting the on/off
switches to the off (O) position.

Choose an unused modem port.

Press the 25-pin D-sub connector on the peripheral cable into the chosen
modem port.

If the connector has screws on either side, tighten them with a small
screwdriver.

Turn on the peripheral by setting its on/off switch to the on ( | ) position.

Turn on the DECsystem 5100 by setting its on/off switch to the on ( | )
position.

Figure 4–7 shows how to connect a peripheral cable to the modem port.

Installing Peripheral Devices 4–13

Figure 4–7

Connecting a Peripheral to the Modem Port

Modem Cable

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4–14 Installing Peripheral Devices

Figure 4–8 shows how to connect a peripheral cable to the optional modem port
on the DHT80 asynchronous module.
Figure 4–8

Connecting a Peripheral to the Optional Modem Port

Modem Cable

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Installing Peripheral Devices 4–15

5
Connecting to a Network
This chapter contains information on how to:
Connect and test your system with a T-connector and loopback connector in
preparation for connecting to a network
Create a simple daisy-chain work group
When you daisy-chain systems together to form a work group, you connect
systems together sequentially with cables and connectors.
Connecting a system to a ThinWire Ethernet network or a Standard Ethernet
network takes only a few minutes for an experienced user, slightly longer for a
new user.

Connecting to a Network 5–1

5.1 A Brief Introduction to Networks
Networks are useful to people who need to work together and share
information. People like working cooperatively on projects; they need to
communicate and exchange information, share common databases, share files
and disk storage, share printers, or use a mail system. DIGITAL networking
lets them do all these.
For network installation instructions, proceed to Section 5.2. For users who
want more background, here are a few networking definitions to help you get
started:
Network—A network is a group of computers, connected by
communications lines, that share information and resources. A network
can span a small office, a department, a building, a country, or it can be
worldwide. DIGITAL hardware and DECnet software enable computers to
form a network.
Local Area Network (LAN)—A local area network is a high-speed
communications network that covers a limited geographical area, such as
an office area, a department, a building, or a campus (group of buildings).
Ethernet—Ethernet is the DIGITAL local area network. In 1980, Digital
Equipment Corporation, Xerox Corporation, and Intel Corporation came up
with a specification for the Ethernet local area network. The specification
includes information on how to connect devices to a coaxial cable, how to
configure nodes, the maximum number of nodes, and the distance between
nodes.
ThinWire Ethernet—All DIGITAL Ethernet products can connect to
ThinWire cable. ThinWire cable can be used in any size environment;
it is flexible, fully compatible with standard Ethernet, inexpensive, and
offers 10 megabit-per-second communication. ThinWire is ideal for small
daisy-chain standalone networks in which the users share resources, such
as printers and storage devices.
Standard Ethernet—Standard Ethernet coaxial cable is used to connect
wiring centers and computer facilities, floors of buildings, and standalone
ThinWire segments. It is of rugged construction, reliable, and immune
to external factors that might otherwise limit high-speed 10 megabit-persecond data communication.
DECnet—DECnet networking software enables many DIGITAL computer
systems to form a network. It runs on systems in both local area networks
and wide-area networks.
DECnet–ULTRIX—ULTRIX–32 software is DIGITAL’s version of the
UNIX operating system. DECnet–ULTRIX provides an Ethernet-based
communication link between the VMS and ULTRIX operating systems.

5–2 Connecting to a Network

ULTRIX-32 also uses Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocols
(TCP/IP) to facilitate interaction with Internet networks.
Work group—A work group consists of cooperating systems; Ethernet
cable connects each of the computers together. Work groups are formed
using ULTRIX-32 software or VAX/VMS and DECnet software.
DECconnect—DECconnect is a family of networking products that
includes network electronics, cabling and connections.

5.2 Selecting Your Ethernet Option
All Ethernet connections are either ThinWire or standard Ethernet. ThinWire
Ethernet is generally used for geographically small (local area) networks.
Standard Ethernet is generally used for geographically large networks.
Your DECsystem 5100 has a network select button that determines the type
of Ethernet connection used. You must set this button to the correct position
before connecting your system to the network.
The button positions corresponding to the network connection types are as
follows:
In — ThinWire Ethernet
Out — standard Ethernet
Use the tip of a pen or a similar pointed instrument to change the position of
this button.
When you turn on your system, with the button set to the in position, the
green light to the right of the ThinWire connector should be on, indicating that
you are ready to connect to ThinWire Ethernet.
When you turn on your system, with the button set to the out position, the
green light to the left of the ThinWire connector should be on, indicating that
you are ready to connect to standard Ethernet.
Figure 5–1 shows the location of the network select button and the ThinWire
and standard Ethernet lights.

Connecting to a Network 5–3

Figure 5–1

Network Select Button and Ethernet Lights

Standard Ethernet Light
Network Select Button
ThinWire Light

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5–4 Connecting to a Network

5.3 Connecting Your System to ThinWire Ethernet Cable
To connect a DECsystem 5100 to ThinWire Ethernet cable:
1

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

Attach ThinWire cable to one side of the T-connector.

If your system is the first or last system in a single ThinWire segment,
leave the terminator attached to one side of the T-connector.
A segment is a length of cable made up of one or more cable sections
connected with barrel connectors or T-connectors.

If your system is not the first or last system and you want to connect
another system to the ThinWire cable, add another section of cable to the
T-connector. See Figure 5–2.

Figure 5–2

Adding ThinWire Cable

ThinWire
Connector
Cable

T-Connector

MLO-000976

Make sure that a T-connector is attached to the back of your system. Push
the T-connector onto the system unit BNC connector and then turn it
clockwise until it locks in place. See Figure 5–3.

Connecting to a Network 5–5

Figure 5–3

Connecting the T-Connector to the Back of the System Unit

T-Connector

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5.4 Connecting to a Standard Ethernet Network
If you are connecting a work group to an existing network, ask the network
coordinator for the best way to connect your work group to the larger network.
Have the network coordinator make sure that all node names and node
addresses are unique and do not already exist in the larger network.

5.4.1 Setting the Network Select Button for Standard Ethernet
To use standard Ethernet on your system, set the network select button on the
back of the system unit to the out position. When you turn on your system,
the green light beside the standard Ethernet connector comes on and the light
beside the ThinWire Ethernet is off. You are ready to connect to standard
Ethernet.

5–6 Connecting to a Network

5.4.2 Connecting a Transceiver Cable to Your System
A transceiver cable is the physical connection between a standard Ethernet
network interface and a DECsystem 5100. You use a transceiver cable when
you want to connect your system to an H4000 transceiver or DELNI which is
attached to the standard Ethernet cable. To connect a transceiver cable to your
system:
1

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

Attach the 15-pin connector on the standard Ethernet transceiver cable to
the back of the system unit.

Use a screwdriver to move the sliding lock (part of standard Ethernet
connector) and make the standard Ethernet connection secure.
Figure 5–4 shows the correct connection.

Figure 5–4

Connecting a Transceiver Cable

Sliding Lock

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5.5 Creating a Daisy-Chained Work Group
A daisy-chained work group is created by serially connecting several systems
together on the same ThinWire segment. This segment can function as a
standalone network or it can be connected to a larger network.

Connecting to a Network 5–7

The daisy-chain configuration lowers the cost of wiring, but there is a risk that
someone might improperly unplug a system and make the network connections
inoperative between systems on the same ThinWire segment.

5.5.1 Connecting Your System to a DECconnect Faceplate
If your office has been wired with DIGITAL DECconnect products, then connect
your system to the DECconnect faceplate in your office. A faceplate is a wall
receptacle that provides a single network connection for your system.
DECconnect cabling components support network configurations ranging from
simple standalone ThinWire networks to multi-media LANs that connect PCs,
workstations, and other VAX systems. No matter how large or how small your
network, the most visible DECconnect component in your office is the faceplate.
A faceplate may contain a single ThinWire BNC connector which permits
several systems, including DECsystem 5100s, to be daisy-chained one to
the other on the office side of the faceplate.
A faceplate may contain a ThinWire Ethernet daisy-chain connector which
permits behind-the-wall daisy-chaining of multiple faceplates to a single
segment of ThinWire cable. One system can be attached to each faceplate.
Your network coordinator will know which type of DECconnect faceplate
you have in your office.
To connect your system, attach one end of the ThinWire cable to the office side
of the DECconnect faceplate. Attach the other end of the ThinWire cable to the
ThinWire port on the back of your system unit.
Figure 5–5 shows a DECsystem 5100 plugged into a DECconnect office
faceplate.

5–8 Connecting to a Network

Figure 5–5

Connecting Your System to a DECconnect Faceplate

T-Connector

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5.6 Completing Your Ethernet Installation
Once you have connected either your standard Ethernet cable, or your
ThinWire Ethernet cable, ask your system manager or the person responsible
for the work group to include your DECsystem 5100 in that work group.
To include your system in the network, your system manager must know your
system’s Ethernet address. Enter the following command at the console prompt
to view the configuration display, which contains your Ethernet address:
>> conf -b

Look for a line similar to the following in the resulting display:
ethernet hardware address: 08-00-2b-12-7f-58

Connecting to a Network 5–9

In the previous example, the hexadecimal number 08-00-2b-12-7f-58 is the
Ethernet address. The Ethernet address of your system may be different but
has the same format (xx-xx-xx-xx-xx-xx).
Write down this number and give it to your system manager.

5.6.1 If the Network Installation Fails
If you do not succeed in connecting and including your DECsystem 5100 in the
work group, contact your Digital Field Service representative.

5–10 Connecting to a Network

6
Installing Software
This chapter tells you how to:
Gather the information you need to begin installing your DECsystem 5100
ULTRIX operating system
Install your applications software

6.1 Installing Your DECsystem 5100 Software on Hard Disk
6.1.1 Using a Tape Drive
When using a tape drive to install your DECsystem 5100 software on a hard
disk, you need:
A TZ30 tape drive or a TK50Z tape drive expansion box
The ULTRIX TK50 Tape Cartridge Kit
An internal hard disk drive (RZ24), or a disk drive expansion box (RZ55,
RZ56, or RZ57)
Note Your hard disk is formatted (ready to receive information) when you receive it
from the factory.
In addition, you need to know the following:
The unit number of your tape drive
How to use tape cartridges
See the DECsystem 5100 Operator’s Guide or the documentation that came
with your tape drive for instructions on using tape cartridges.

Installing Software 6–1

To find the unit number of your tape drive:
1

Enter the following command at the console prompt (>>) and press Return.
>> conf -b

The system displays its configuration, similar to the following:
hardware: revision 1
firmware: revision 1
ethernet hardware address: 08-00-2b-12-7f-58
option board: Asynch Comm, 8 ports
memory: total size 16MBs
scsi peripherals
unit type
product
removable/fixed
0 disk
RZ56
(C) DEC
fixed
3 tape
TZK50
removable
5 tape
TZ30
removable
7 host adapter
>>

Examine the configuration display for either of the following lines, and
make a note of the unit number associated with it:
5

tape

TZ30

removable

tape

TZK50

removable

or
In the configuration display shown previously, you can see that the TZ30
tape drive has the unit number 5, and the TK50Z tape drive expansion box
has the unit number 3.
To install your ULTRIX-32 software, see Section 6.2.

6.1.2 Using Ethernet
When using Ethernet to install your ULTRIX-32 software on a hard disk, you
need to have the following:
A connection to Ethernet
An internal hard disk drive (RZ24), or a disk drive expansion box (RZ55,
RZ56, or RZ57).
To install your ULTRIX-32 software, see Section 6.2.

6–2 Installing Software

6.2 Where to Go from Here
The ULTRIX Documentation Overview for RISC Processors describes the
documentation kits available for your DECsystem 5100.

6.2.1 Installing the ULTRIX-32 (RISC) Software
Read the release notes and follow the instructions provided in the installation
guides that came with the software product.

6.2.2 Installing Application Software Products
Follow the instructions provided in the installation guides that came with the
software product.

Installing Software 6–3

A
System Specifications

Table A–1

System Specifications

Subject

Description

Processor

KN230 (20MHz)

EPROM

256KB

EEPROM

32KB

Instruction Cache

64KB

Data Cache

64KB

DRAM memory

8MB, expandable to 32MB or 128MB

Hard disk

RZ23 (102MB) or RZ24 (209MB), 5 devices maximum 1

Tape drive

TZ30

Diskette drive

RX231

Terminals

Supports the VT Series

Interfaces

1 SCSI port, 1 ThinWire Ethernet port2 , 1 standard Ethernet port2 , 4 to 12
asynchronous lines (two of which are full modem control lines)

Input voltage

Automatically adjusting AC input. Range: 100-120 VAC to 220-240 VAC

Input current

Typically 3.2 A in a 110 VAC circuit; 1.9 A in a 220 VAC circuit

Power

Typically 230 W

Frequency

47 to 63 Hz

Depends on configuration

Both Ethernet types cannot be used simultaneously

System Specifications A–1

Table A–2

System Unit Metrics

Weight1

Height

Width

Depth

20.5 kg

14.99 cm

46.38 cm

40.00 cm

45 lb

5.90 in

18.26 in

15.75 in

Depends on configuration

Table A–3

System Storage Conditions

Temperature range

5° C to 50° C (41°F to 122° F )

Relative humidity

10% to 95% at 66° C (noncondensing)

Altitude

0 to 2400 m (0 to 8000 ft )

Maximum wet bulb temperature

32° C (90° F)

Minimum dew point

2° C (36° F)

Table A–4

System Operating Conditions and Nonoperating Conditions

Operating Conditions
Temperature range

10° C (50° F) to 32° C (90° F) with TZ30 tape drive;
otherwise 10° C (50° F) to 40° C (104° F)

Temperature change rate

11° C (20° F) degree per hour maximum

Relative humidity

10% to 90% noncondensing

Maximum wet bulb temperature

28° C (82° F)

Minimum dew point

2° C (36° F)

Altitude

2400 m (8000 ft) at 36° C (96° F)

Nonoperating Conditions
Temperature range

–40° C (–40° F) to 66° C (151° F)

Relative humidity

10% to 95% at 66° C (151° F)

Altitude

4900 m (16,000 ft)

Maximum wet bulb temperature

28° C (82° F)

Minimum dew point

2° C (36° F)

A–2 System Specifications

Table A–5

RZ23 and RZ24 Hard Disk Drive Specifications

Formatted Storage Capacity

RZ23

RZ24

Per drive

105MB

209MB

Per surface

13MB

26.2MB

Bytes per track

16,896

19,456

Bytes per block

512

Blocks per track

38 and 1 spare

Blocks per drive

204,864

409,792

Spare blocks per track

Spare tracks

Spare blocks per drive

6,208

10,944

Performance

RZ23

RZ24

Transfer rate to/from media

1.25MB/sec

1.5MB/sec

Transfer rate to/from buffer (asynchronous)

1.5MB/sec

3MB/sec

Transfer rate to/from buffer (synchronous)

1.5MB/sec

4MB/sec

Seek time track to track

8 msec

5 msec

Seek time average

25 msec

16 msec

Seek time maximum (full stroke)

45 msec

Average latency

8.4 msec

Rotational speed

3575 RPM

35 msec

8.6 msec
0.1%

3497 RPM

Start time (maximum)

20 sec

Stop time (maximum)

20 sec

Interleave

1:1

Functional Specifications

RZ23

RZ24

Recording Density (bpi at ID)

23,441

31,800

Flux Density (fci at ID)

15,627

21,200

Track Density (tpi)

1150

1700

Tracks/Surface

776

1348

R/W Heads

Disks

Time to Process ECC (512 Bytes)

<100 msec

0.5%

System Specifications A–3

Table A–6

TZ30 Tape Drive

Subject

Description

Mode of operation

Streaming

Media

12.77 mm (½ in) unformatted magnetic tape

Bit density

2624 B/cm (6667 B/in)

Number of tracks

Transfer rate (at host)

62.5Kb per second

Tape speed

190 cm/s (75 in/s)

Track format

Multiple track serpentine recording

Cartridge capacity

95M bytes, formatted (approx.)

Table A–7

RX23 Diskette Drive Specifications

Subject

Description

Diskette size

9 cm (3.5 in)

Diskettes/diskette drive

Data capacity

1.4MB (RX23K)

Track density

135 TPI

Storage capacity (high density)

600KB

A–4 System Specifications

B
Associated Documentation

Associated Documentation B–1

Table B–1

Documentation

Item

Order Number

DECsystem 5100 Documentation
DECsystem 5100 Installation Guide

EK-420AA-IN.001

DECsystem 5100 Operator’s Guide

EK-421AA-OG.001

DECsystem 5100 Maintenance Guide

EK-422AA-MG.001

ULTRIX Software
The ULTRIX Worksystem User Kit

QA-VV1AD-GZ

The ULTRIX Worksystem Programming Kit

QA-VV1AE-GZ

The ULTRIX Worksystem Full Kit

QA-VV1AA-GZ

Release Notes for RISC Processors

AA-ML77A-TE

Technical Summary for RISC Processors

AA-MM35A-TE

Documentation Overview for RISC Processors

AA-MMO5A-TE

Guide to Server Kit Installation for RISC Processors

AA-ML74A-TE

The Little Gray Book: An ULTRIX Primer

AA-MG64A-TE

DECconnect and Standard Ethernet
DECconnect System General Description

EK-DECSY-GD

DECconnect System Requirements Evaluation Workbook

EK-DECSY-EG

DECconnect System Installation and Verification Guide

EK-DECSY-VG

DECconnect System Standalone ThinWire Networks:
Planning and Installation Guide

EK-DECSY-TG

DECconnect System Planning and Configuration Guide

EK-DECSY-CG

Remote System manager Server Documentation Kit

QLB13-GZ

Remote System manager Client Documentation Kit

QLB14-GZ

Ethernet ThinWire Repeaters (DEMPR/DESPR) Installation
and User’s Guide

EK-THNRP-UG

B–2 Associated Documentation

Index
A

Air vents
See ventilation
Associated documentation, B–1

Daisy-chaining
defined, 4–7
expansion boxes, 4–7
Daisy-chain work group
creating, 5–7
DECconnect cabling components, 5–8
DECconnect faceplate
connecting to, 5–8
DECnet software
defined, 5–2
DECnet–ULTRIX
defined, 5–2
Dimensions
system unit, A–1
Documentation
asssociated, B–1

B
Barrel connector, 5–5
Baud rate
terminal, 2–5

C
Cables
expansion box, 4–5
SCSI, 4–6
transceiver, 5–7
Connecting
expansion box, 4–6 to 4–9
expansion boxes, 4–2
power cord, 2–6
terminals, 2–5
transceiver cable, 5–7
two expansion boxes, 4–7
Connecting to
standard Ethernet networks, 5–7
Conventions
used in this guide, viii

E
Environmental requirements, 1–1
Ethernet
defined, 5–2
Expansion box
cables, 4–5
power cord, 4–5, 4–6
signal cables, 4–5
terminator, 4–5
Expansion boxes

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Expansion boxes (Cont.)
connecting one, 4–6
Connection guidelines, 4–2
daisy-chaining (connecting two), 4–7
unpacking, 4–5

nonoperating conditions
System specifications, A–2

Faceplate, DECconnect
connecting to, 5–8

On/off switch
on ( | ) position, 3–1
Operating conditions
system specifications, A–2
Outlets, grounded, 1–1

Grounding power strip, 1–1

Power cord
connecting, 2–6
expansion box, 4–5, 4–6
Power cords
expansion boxes, 4–8
Power strip, 1–1
Power-up display, 3–2

H
H4000 transceiver, 5–7
Hard disks
protecting, 1–4
Hardware specifications
RX23 diskette drive, A–4
RZ23 hard disk drive, A–2
RZ24 hard disk drive, A–2
system unit, A–1
TZ30 tape drive, A–4
Humidity requirements, 1–1

L
LAN
defined, 5–2
See Local area network, 5–2
Lights
standard Ethernet, 5–6
ThinWire Ethernet, 5–3
Local area network (LAN)
defined, 5–2

N
Networks, 5–1 to 5–10
defined, 5–2
introduction, 5–2
Network select button
setting for standard Ethernet, 5–6
setting for ThinWire Ethernet, 5–3

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R
RX23 diskette drive
hardware specifications, A–4
RZ23 hard disk drive
hardware specifications, A–2
RZ24 hard disk drive
hardware specifications, A–2

S
SCSI terminator, 4–2
SCSI Terminator, 4–6
Settings
terminal, 2–5
Shipping cartons
unpacking, 1–2
Signal cables
expansion box, 4–5
Standard Ethernet
transceiver cable, 5–7
Standard Ethernet cable
optimum uses, 5–2
Standard Ethernet networks
connecting to, 5–7

Standard Ethernet networks (Cont.)
setting network select button for, 5–6
Starting up, 3–1
Storage Conditions
system unit, A–2
Suitable locations, 1–1
Surge protector, 1–1
System
connecting power cord to, 2–6
connecting terminals to, 2–5
System specifications
nonoperating conditions, A–2
operating conditions, A–2
System unit
connecting transceiver cable, 5–7
dimensions, A–1
hardware specifications, A–1
positioning, 1–1
storage conditions, A–2
turning on, 3–1
unpacking, 1–2

ThinWire Ethernet network (Cont.)
setting network select button for, 5–3
ThinWire Ethernet segment
defined, 5–5
Transceiver Cable, 5–7
Transmission Control Protocol/Internet
Protocols, 5–3
Turning on the system, 3–1
TZ30 tape drive
hardware specifications, A–4

Work group
creating daisy-chained, 5–7
defined, 5–3

T-connector
connecting ThinWire Ethernet cable
to, 5–5
connecting to system unit, 5–5
TCP/IP, 5–3
Temperature requirements, 1–1
Terminal
baud rate, 2–5
settings, 2–5
turning on, 3–1
Terminals
connecting, 2–5
Terminator
expansion box, 4–5
ThinWire Ethernet, 5–5
Thin Wire Ethernet cable
connecting to, 5–5
optimum uses, 5–2
to create a daisy-chain work group,
5–7
ThinWire Ethernet network

U
Unpacking
expansion box, 4–5
system, 1–2

V
Ventilation, 1–1

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