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Document:	Rack-Mountable VAX 4000 Model 100A Installation Information
Order Number:	EK-465RA-IN
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Rackmount VAX 4000
Model 100/100A/105A/106A
Installation Information
Order Number: EK–465RA–IN. D01

Digital Equipment Corporation
Maynard, Massachusetts

June 1995
The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be
construed as a commitment by Digital Equipment Corporation. Digital Equipment Corporation
assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document.
Restricted Rights: Use, duplication, or disclosure by the U.S. Government is subject to
restrictions set forth in subparagraph (c)(1)(ii) of the Rights in Technical Data and Computer
Software Clause at DFARS 252.227-7013.
FCC NOTICE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in
a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
Any changes or modifications made to this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate
this equipment.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference in which case the user
at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be required to correct the
interference.

© Digital Equipment Corporation 1994, 1995. All Rights Reserved.
Printed in U.S.A.
The postpaid Reader’s Comments form at the end of this document requests your critical
evaluation to assist in preparing future documentation.
The following are trademarks of Digital Equipment Corporation: DEC, Digital, MicroVAX,
Q–bus, ThinWire, VAX, VAX DOCUMENT, VMS, VT, and the DIGITAL logo.
All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
S2884

This document was prepared using VAX DOCUMENT Version 2.1.

EC:
Warning! This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Achtung! Dieses ist ein Gerät der Funkstörgrenzwerklasse A. In Wohnbereichen können
bei Betrieb dieses Gerätes Rundfunkstörungen auftreten, in welchen Fällen der Benutzer für
entsprechende Gegenmaßnahmen verantwortlich ist.
Attention! Ceci est un produit de Classe A. Dans un environnement domestique, ce produit
risque de créer des interférences radioeléctriques, il appartiendra alors à l’utilisateur de prendre
les mesures spécifiques appropriées.
ACOUSTICS: Preliminary declared values per ISO 9296 and ISO 7779/DIN EN27779:

Idle
Operating

Sound Power Level
LwAd , B

Sound Pressure Level
LpAm , dBA (Bystander Positions)

4.9
4.9

33
33

Current values for specific configurations are available from Digital representatives. 1 B = 10
dBA.
SCHALLEMISSIONSWERTE: Verläufige Werteangaben nach ISO 9296 und ISO 7779/DIN
EN27779:

Leerlauf
Betrieb

Schalleistungspegel
LwAd , B

Schalldruckpegel
LpAm , dBA (Zuschauerpositionen)

4,9
4,9

33
33

Aktuelle Werte für spezielle Ausrüstungsstufen sind über die Digital Equipment Vertretungen
erhältlich. 1 B = 10 dBA.

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

1 Installation Procedure
1.1
1.2

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1–1
1–2

2 Operator Access and Control Procedure
3 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
4 Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.6
4.7
4.8
4.9

Accessing the RM 4000-10xx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing and Installing the Shipping Strap and Bracket . . . . . .
Removing the Rackmount Enclosure Cover (P/N 70-30948-01) . .
Removing and Replacing the Internal Q–bus Cables
(P/N 17-03545-01) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing and Replacing the DSSI Bus 0 Cable
(P/N 17-03544-01 or 17-04189-01) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing and Replacing the DSSI Bus 1 Cable
(P/N 17-03778-01) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing and Replacing the Internal SCSI Cable
(P/N 17-02944-01 or 17-02542-01) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing and Replacing the DSSI Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing and Replacing the CPU Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4–2
4–2
4–6
4–11
4–12
4–13
4–18
4–19
4–26

A Shelf Assembly
B Connecting Peripheral Device Cables
B.1
B.2
B.3
B.4
B.5
B.6
B.7
B.8
B.8.1
B.8.2

Connecting a Peripheral Cable to MMJ Port 0 and 1 . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting a Peripheral Cable to Asynchronous Port A . . . . . . .
Connecting a Peripheral Cable to Asynchronous Port A
(DHW42-CA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting a Peripheral Cable to Synchronous Port 0 and 1, and
to the Modem Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting a Peripheral Cable to the Asynchronous Modem
Control Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting Cables to SCSI Cable Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting External DSSI Bus Cables to Internal DSSI Bus
Cable Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting Cables to Top Cover Cable Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting Q–bus Cable Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting External Bus DSSI Cables to External Bus DSSI
Cable Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

B–2
B–3
B–4
B–5
B–6
B–7
B–8
B–9
B–9
B–10

C Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure
D Hardware Specifications
D.1
D.2

System Unit Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Internal DSSI Device Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

D–2
D–5

E Upgrade and Return Forms
Examples
1–1
1–2

Successful Power-Up Test Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unsuccessful Power-Up Test Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1–45
1–46

Figures
1–1
1–2
1–3
1–4
1–5
1–6
1–7
1–8
1–9
1–10
1–11
1–12
1–13
1–14
1–15
1–16
1–17
1–18
1–19
1–20
1–21
1–22
1–23
1–24
1–25
2–1
4–1
4–2
4–3
4–4
4–5

RM 4000-10xx System Kit Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RM 4000-10xx Shelf Kit Contents (P/N 70-30949-01) . . . . . .
2T-RAK41-AA/AB/AC Kit Contents (For Desktop to
Rackmount System Conversion) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2T-KFDDA-DF Desktop to Rackmount / Single to Dual DSSI
Field Installable Upgrade Kit Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2T-KFDDA-AF Single to Dual DSSI Field Installable
Upgrade Kit Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the Desktop Enclosure Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the Bustle Frame from the Enclosure . . . . . . . . . .
VAX 4000-10xx Port Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing DSSI Plate Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attaching the Internal Q–bus Cables to Rackmount Top
Cover Bustle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disconnecting the Internal Power Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disconnecting Internal DSSI Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disconnecting the Internal SCSI Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the Single DSSI Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Dual DSSI Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing New Rackmount Top Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Placing the VAX 4000-10xx Medallion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front and Rear Mounting Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Shelf in the Cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RETMA Spacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the VAX 4000-10xx System on the Shelf . . . . . . . .
Installing the Cable Management Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Making Console Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Cable Barrier on the Shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Front Bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing and Installing the Shipping Bracket . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the Shipping Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the Rackmount Enclosure Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing and Installing the Two DSSI External Bus
Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Internal Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1–4
1–6
1–10
1–12
1–14
1–16
1–18
1–19
1–21
1–22
1–23
1–24
1–25
1–26
1–28
1–30
1–31
1–33
1–34
1–35
1–37
1–39
1–41
1–43
1–48
2–2
4–3
4–5
4–7
4–9
4–10

vii

4–6
4–7
4–8
4–9
4–10
4–11
4–12
4–13
4–14
4–15
4–16
4–17
4–18
4–19
A–1
A–2
B–1
B–2
B–3
B–4
B–5
B–6
B–7
B–8
C–1
C–2
C–3
C–4
C–5
C–6
C–7

viii

Removing Internal Q–bus Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the Internal DSSI Bus 0 Cable Connectors from
Rear Bulkhead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disconnecting the Internal Power Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disconnecting Internal DSSI Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disconnecting the Internal SCSI Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disconnecting DSSI Cable from DSSI Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the Internal SCSI Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disconnecting the Internal Power Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disconnecting Internal DSSI Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disconnecting the Internal SCSI Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the Dual DSSI Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Dual DSSI Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing a SIMM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the CPU Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attaching Slides to the Shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assembling the Shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting a Peripheral Cable to MMJ Port 0 and 1 . . . . . . .
Connecting a Peripheral Cable to Asynchronous Port A . . . .
Connecting a Peripheral Cable to Asynchronous Port A
(DHW42-CA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting a Peripheral Cable to Synchronous Port 0 and 1,
and to the Modem Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SCSI Cable Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DSSI Cable Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Q–bus Cable Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DSSI Cable Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2T-KFDDA-CF Single-to-Dual DSSI Field Installable
Upgrade Kit Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2T-KFDDA-AF Single-to-Dual DSSI Field Installable
Upgrade Kit Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disconnecting the Internal Power Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disconnecting Internal DSSI Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disconnecting the Internal SCSI Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the Single DSSI Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Dual DSSI Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4–11
4–12
4–14
4–15
4–16
4–17
4–18
4–20
4–21
4–22
4–23
4–25
4–27
4–29
A–2
A–3
B–2
B–3
B–4
B–5
B–7
B–8
B–9
B–10
C–2
C–4
C–6
C–7
C–8
C–9
C–11

Tables
D–1
D–2
D–3
D–4
D–5
D–6
D–7
D–8
D–9
D–10
D–11
D–12

System Specifications: RM 4000-10xx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Unit Metrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Storage Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Operating Conditions and Nonoperating
Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hard Disk Drive Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TZ30 Tape Drive Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TZK10 QIC Tape Drive Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TZK11 QIC Tape Drive Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TLZ06 Cassette Tape Drive Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TLZ07 Cassette Tape Drive Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RRD42 Compact Disc Drive Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RRD43 Compact Disc Drive Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

D–2
D–3
D–3
D–4
D–5
D–6
D–6
D–7
D–8
D–8
D–9
D–9

Preface
Overview
This manual describes how to install, upgrade, and test the rackmount
VAX 4000 Model 100/100A/105A/106A system. This manual also refers to
information on connecting the system to a network, connecting external options
to the system, and booting the operating system.
Unless specifically stated, the term RM 4000-10xx refers to the rackmount VAX
4000 Models 100, 100A, 105A, and 106A. The term VAX 4000-10xx refers to
the desktop VAX 4000 Models 100, 100A, 105A, and 106A.

Audience
This manual is intended for persons experienced in installing computer
equipment.

Structure of This Manual
This manual is organized as follows:
Chapter 1, Installation Procedure – Contains the steps necessary to unpack
and install the RM 4000-10xx, and if necessary, to convert a VAX 4000-10xx to
an RM 4000-10xx.
Chapter 2, Operator Access – Contains the procedure to access the RM
4000-10xx for control switches and to load media.
Chapter 3, Troubleshooting and Diagnostics – Contains troubleshooting
and diagnostic information for the RM 4000-10xx.
Chapter 4, Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures – Provides
procedures specific to the RM 4000-10xx.
Appendix A, Shelf Assembly – Provides instructions to assemble the shelf
that is used to mount the RM 4000-10xx in a cabinet.

Appendix B, Connecting Peripheral Device Cables – Provides cabling
instructions to connect peripheral devices to the system.
Appendix C, Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure – Contains the procedure to
upgrade the RM 4000-10xx containing a single DSSI to a dual DSSI.
Appendix D, Hardware Specifications – Describes the hardware
specifications for the RM 4000-10xx.
Appendix E, Upgrade and Return Forms – Contains the forms and
procedure to return the required items to Digital.

Additional Information

xii

•

VAX 4000 Model 100 Operator Information Manual (EK-466AA-OP)

•

VMS Factory Installed Software User Guide

•

VAX 4000 Model 100 Customer Technical Information Manual
(EK-467AA-TI)

•

VAX 4000 BA42B Enclosure Maintenance Manual (EK-472AA-MG)

•

VAX 4000 Model 100 KA52 CPU Maintenance Manual (EK-473AA-MG)

•

VAX 4000 BA42 Enclosure System Options Manual (EK-474AA-MG)

•

VAX 4000 Model 100A Installation Information (EK-502AA-IN)

•

VAX 4000 Model 100A Operator Information (EK-503AA-OP)

•

VAX 4000 Model 100A Customer Technical Information (EK-504AA-TI)

•

VAX 4000 Model 100A Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Information
(EK-505AA-TS)

•

VAX 4000-10xA or MicroVAX 3100-9x CPU Firmware From Tape
(EK-VX4FW-UP)

•

VAX 4000 Model 105A/106A Installation Information (EK-512AA-IN)

•

VAX 4000 Model 105A/106A Operator Information (EK-513AA-OP)

•

VAX 4000 Model 105A/106 Customer Technical Information (EK-514AA-TI)

•

VAX 4000 Model 105A/106A Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Information
(EK-515AA-TS)

Conventions
The following conventions are used in this manual:
Convention

MONOSPACE

Description

Text displayed on the screen is shown in monospaced type.

italic type

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

Note

A note contains information that is of special importance to the user.

Caution

Contains information to prevent damage to equipment.

Warning

Contains information to prevent personal injury.

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1
Installation Procedure
This chapter describes, step-by-step, how to install the RM 4000-10xx. The
procedure to convert a VAX 4000-10xx to an RM 4000-10xx is also described.

1.1 Introduction
Installing the RM 4000-10xx requires:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.

Preparing the site
Unpacking the kit
Converting the desktop unit to a rackmount unit if required
Installing the shelf assembly
Installing the VAX 4000-10xx on the shelf
Installing the cable management bracket
Installing I/O terminators and/or option cables
Installing the cable barrier
Checking the power-up test results
Installing the front bezel
Connecting the system to a network
Connecting external options to the system
Booting the operating system

Installation Procedure 1–1

Installation Procedure

1.2 Installation Procedure
Follow each step sequentially in the following procedure to unpack and install
the RM 4000-10xx system.
Step 1: Prepare the Site
Site preparation involves choosing a suitable location for the system cabinet.
Follow these guidelines when choosing the location:
•

The system unit should be placed where the room temperature is between
10°C and 35°C (50°F and 95°F) and the humidity is between 20% and 80%
noncondensing.

•

The system unit should be placed at least 1 m (3 ft) away from heaters,
photocopying machines or other operating equipment.

•

The system unit should be placed in a well-ventilated location with at least
1 m (3 ft) of clear space in the front, rear, and sides to allow for proper
airflow and servicing.
Note
The system is mounted sideways on a slide shelf. Removable
media is accessed on the left side; the power switch and cable
ports are accessed on the right side.

•

The system unit should not be exposed to direct sunlight or abrasive
particles.

•

The system should be placed within 4.57 m (15 ft) of the console terminal.
(The console terminal is not supplied with the system kit.)
Note
Digital recommends that you DO NOT install the shelf in the
lowest position in the cabinet. Installing and aligning the
system with the bumpers and holes in the shelf is extremely
difficult if the shelf is installed in the lowest cabinet position.

1–2 Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure

You must also select the location within the cabinet for the RM 4000-10xx. The
system requires:
•

22.2 cm (8.75 in) of vertical cabinet mounting space

•

48.3 cm (19 in) of cabinet width mounting space

•

73.66 cm (29 in) minimum of cabinet depth mounting space:
63.5 cm (25 in) for the system
10.6 cm (4 in) for the cables

•

Location of within 2 m (6 ft) of ac power source

The system unit must be mounted within cable routing distances. The RM
4000-10xx is shipped with a 7.58 m (25 ft) MMJ cable for connection to a
console terminal. Refer to the appropriate documentation for other external
option cable length requirements.
Note
The console terminal is not supplied with the system.

Installation Procedure 1–3

Installation Procedure

Step 2: Unpack the System and Identify the Parts
Note
If your system has already been installed in a cabinet, refer
to Section 4.2 to remove the shipping strap and bracket, then
proceed to Step 9: Check the Power-Up Test Results.

Make sure that you have all the parts listed on the packing slip(s).
1. Unpack the carton containing the RM 4000-10xx system. Ensure that
all parts listed in Figure 1–1 and Figure 1–2 have been received and are
undamaged.
Figure 1–1 RM 4000-10xx System Kit Contents

1–4 Installation Procedure
10
11 VAX 4000 Model 100A

cs–10111

Installation Procedure

! VAX 4000-10xx System Unit
" DEC423 Terminal Cable (P/N 17-00811-03 / BC16E-25)
# One ThinWire Ethernet Connector (H8223) and Two Terminators
(H8225)

$ Power Cord (P/N 17-00606-16)
% Documentation and Software Licenses
& DSSI Terminator (P/N 12-29258-01)
' SCSI Terminator H8574-A (P/N 12-30552-01)
( Standard Ethernet Loopback Connector (P/N 12-22196-01)
) 25-Pin Adapter, D Sub to MMJ (P/N 17-32442-01 / H8575-A)
+> Screw Lock Assembly (Qty 2) (P/N 90-08451-00)
+? VAX 4000 Model 100/100A/105A/106A Medallion
(P/N 74-37642-28/31/32/34)

+@ Shelf Kit (P/N 70-30949-01) (See Figure 1–2)

Installation Procedure 1–5

Installation Procedure

Figure 1–2 RM 4000-10xx Shelf Kit Contents (P/N 70-30949-01)

MLO-011697

1–6 Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure

! Shelf Assembly
(The shelf comes partially assembled. See Appendix A if shelf is
not assembled.)

" Chassis Slide Nut Bar, (Qty 4) (P/N 12-32830-01)
# Screw, Thread, 10-32 x 1/2, (Qty 22) (P/N 90-00063-39)
$ Rackmount VAX 4000 Mounting Screws, (Qty 4) (P/N 90-009984-00)
% Bumper, Rubber, (Qty 4) (P/N 90-09538-01)
& Cable Barrier Kit, (Qty 1) (P/N 70-30960-01)
' Bezel, Vented Installation Kit, (Qty 1) (P/N 70-30934-01):
•

U-nut, 10-32, (Qty 4) (P/N 90-07786-01)

•

Ball Studs, (Qty 4) (P/N 90-11337-01)

( Shipping Bracket, (Qty 1) (P/N 74-46848-01)
) Shipping Strap, (Qty 1) (P/N 74-46849-01)
+> Mounting Bracket, Long Rear, Both Left and Right (P/N 12-32829-01)
+? Screw, 8-32 x 3/8, (Qty 10) (P/N 90-00063-22)
+@ Nut, kep 8-32 x .344E, (Qty 8) (P/N 90-06563-00)
+A U-nut, 10-32, (Qty 8) (P/N 90-07786-01)
+B Interlock Bracket, (Qty 1) (P/N 74-46988-01)
+C Cable Management Bracket, (Qty 1) (P/N 74-40319-01)
+D Tie Wrap, 7 inches, (Qty 2) (P/N 90-07880-00)
+E Tie Wrap, 11 inches, (Qty 2) (P/N 90-09617-00)
+F Door Restraining Kit, (Qty 1) (P/N 70-32585-01)

Installation Procedure 1–7

Installation Procedure

Field Installable Upgrade Kits
2. If you are converting a desktop system to an RM 4000-10xx system, ensure
that you have the appropriate kits as described below:
•

•

To convert a VAX 4000 Model 100 to a rackmount VAX 4000 Model
100A with a single DSSI, you need the following items:
–

2T-RAK41-AA Hardware Rackmount Kit (see Figure 1–3 for kit
contents)

–

QZ-004AA-FW Firmware Upgrade Kit (refer to packing slip for kit
contents)

–

QA-001AA-UW VMS Version 5.5.2H4 (refer to packing slip for kit
contents)

–

74-37642-31 Medallion, VAX 4000 Model 100A

To convert a VAX 4000 Model 100 to a rackmount VAX 4000 Model
100A with a dual DSSI, you need the following kit:
–

•

To convert a VAX 4000 Model 100A/105A single/dual DSSI to a
rackmount VAX 4000 Model 100A/105A single/dual DSSI respectively,
you need the following kit:
–

•

2T-RAK41-AA Hardware Rackmount Kit (see Figure 1–3 for kit
contents)

To convert a VAX 4000-10xx single/dual DSSI to an RM 4000-106A
single/dual DSSI respectively, you need the following kit:
–

•

2T-KFDDA-DF Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade and Rackmount Kit
(see Figure 1–4 for kit contents)

2T-RAK41-AB Hardware Rackmount Kit (see Figure 1–3 for kit
contents)

To convert a VAX 4000-106A single/dual DSSI to an RM 4000-106A
single/dual DSSI respectively, you need the following kit:
–

2T-RAK41-AC Hardware Rackmount Kit (see Figure 1–3 for kit
contents)

1–8 Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure

•

To convert a VAX 4000 Model 100A/105A single DSSI to a rackmount
VAX 4000 Model 100A/105A dual DSSI, you need the following kits:
–

2T-RAK41-AA Hardware Rackmount Kit (see Figure 1–3 for kit
contents)

–

2T-KFDDA-AF Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Kit (see Figure 1–5
for kit contents)

To convert a VAX 4000 Model 100/100A single/dual DSSI to a
rackmount VAX 4000 Model 105A single/dual DSSI you need the
following kits:
–

53XR-AA VAX 4000 Model 105A Upgrade Kit (See packing slip for
kit contents)

–

2T-RAK41-AA Hardware Rackmount Kit (See Figure 1–3 for kit
contents)

Installation Procedure 1–9

Installation Procedure

Figure 1–3 2T-RAK41-AA/AB/AC Kit Contents (For Desktop to Rackmount
System Conversion)

VAX 4000 Model 10xx

9
10

11
MLO-011698

1–10 Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure

! VAX 4000 Model 10xx Medallion (P/N 74-37642-31/32/34)
" Bar Nut (P/N 74-46919-01)
# DSSI Plate Connector (P/N 74-46668-01)
$ DSSI Plate Screws (Qty 2) (P/N 90-06001-02)
% Rackmount Cover Assembly (P/N 70-30948-01)
& Caution Label (Qty 1) (P/N 36-24385-01)
' Installation Manual (Qty 1) (P/N EK-465RA-IN)
( Shelf Assembly (Qty 1) (P/N 70-30949-01) (See Figure 1–2)
) 106A CPU Module (Qty 1) (P/N 54-21797-03) (2T-RAK41-AB only)
+> Internal SCSI Cable (Qty 1) (P/N 17-02542-01) (2T-RAK41-AB/AC only)
+? DSSI Bus 0 Cable (Qty 1) (P/N 17-04189-01) (2T-RAK41-AB/AC only)

Installation Procedure 1–11

Installation Procedure

Figure 1–4 2T-KFDDA-DF Desktop to Rackmount / Single to Dual DSSI Field
Installable Upgrade Kit Contents

5
6

VAX 4000 Model 100A

QZ–004AA–FW

QA–001AA–UW

1–12 Installation Procedure
9

CS–10112

Installation Procedure

! Dual DSSI Card (Qty 1) (P/N 54-22444-01)
" Remote DSSI Bus Cable (Qty 1) (P/N 17-03778-01)
# Machine Screw 2.5 m (Qty 4) (P/N 90-10917-01)
$ DSSI Terminator (Qty 2) (P/N 12-29258-01)
% Alignment Pin (Qty 4) (P/N 12-30363-01)
& Washer (Qty 4) (P/N 90-08877-00)
' Medallion, VAX 4000-10xx (Qty 1) (P/N 74-37642-31)
( Firmware Upgrade Kit (Qty 1) (P/N QZ-004AA-FW) (refer to packing slip
for kit contents)

) VMS Version 5.5.2H4 Kit (Qty 1) (P/N QA-001AA-UW) (refer to packing
slip for kit contents)

+> VAX 4000-10xx Documentation Kit (Qty 1) (P/N QA-00HAA-GZ) (refer to
packing slip for kit contents)

+? Hardware Rackmount Kit (Qty 1) (P/N 2T-RAK41-AA) (refer to Figure 1–3
for kit contents).

Installation Procedure 1–13

Installation Procedure

Figure 1–5 2T-KFDDA-AF Single to Dual DSSI Field Installable Upgrade Kit
Contents

! Dual DSSI Card (Qty 1) 4(P/N 54-22444-01)
" Remote DSSI Bus Cable (Qty 1) (P/N 17-03778-01)
# Machine Screw 2.5 m (Qty 4) (P/N 90-10917-01)
$ DSSI Terminator (Qty 2) (P/N 12-29258-01)
% Alignment Pin (Qty 4)5 (P/N 12-30363-01)
& Washer (Qty 4) (P/N 90-08877-00)
2
6
3

1–14 Installation Procedure

CS–10090

Installation Procedure

Step 3: Convert the VAX 4000-10xx to an RM 4000-10xx with Dual or
Single DSSI
If you do not need to convert your desktop system to a rackmount system,
proceed to Step 4: Install the Shelf Assembly.
To convert a desktop VAX 4000 Model 100 or 100A to a rackmount VAX 4000
Model 100A, perform the following procedure:
1. Ensure that the customer has backed up all data and shut down the
system.
2. If upgrading from a Model 100 to Model 100A, perform the following steps.
Otherwise, go to step 3.
a. Install the VAX 4000-10xx Firmware Version 2.3 Upgrade Kit (P/N
QZ-004AA-FW) if necessary. Use the instructions provided with the kit.
b. Install VMS Upgrade Version 5.5.2H4 (P/N QA-001AA-UW) if
necessary. Use the instructions provided with the kit.
3. If upgrading from a Model 100 or 100A to Model 105A, install the upgrade
kit (P/N 53XR-AA) according to the directions provided with the kit.
Otherwise, proceed to step 4.
4. Turn the power ON/OFF switch, located on the rear of the unit, to the OFF
(O) position.
5. Disconnect the power cable from the unit.
6. Refer to Figure 1–6 and remove the external cables:
a. Remove the external Q–bus cables:
•

Slide clip to the left.

•

Remove cable.

•

Slide clip to the right.

b. Remove the external SCSI cable or terminator.
c.

Remove the external DSSI cable or terminator.

d. Remove the Ethernet cable if necessary.
7. Remove the desktop enclosure cover (see Figure 1–6):
a. Loosen (do not remove) the two captive screws
the rear of the unit holding the cover in place.

! (P/N 12-30338-05) on

Installation Procedure 1–15

Installation Procedure

b. Remove the cover by sliding it forward and off of the unit.
Figure 1–6 Removing the Desktop Enclosure Cover

8
9
10

! Top cover screws (P/N 12-30338-05)
" Q–bus mounting hardware
# Locking/release tabs (one each side of bustle)
$ Q–bus connectors
% DSSI connector
& SCSI connector
2
' Rear external bustle cover 3
( DSSI alignment pins (P/N 12-30363-01)
4
) DSSI connector screws (P/N 90-10917-01)
5
+> SCSI connector screws (P/N 90-09643-00)
6

1
1–16 Installation Procedure
CS–10056

Installation Procedure

8. If you are upgrading a VAX 4000 Model 100A/105A/106A, proceed to
step 9 of this procedure. If you are upgrading a VAX 4000 Model 100,
remove the external bustle cover as follows (refer to Figure 1–6):
a. Remove the two internal Q–bus cables (P/N 17-03545-01) from the rear
of the unit by removing the mounting hardware
(P/N 12-18672-01)
holding the two Q–bus connectors
to the bustle cover. Save the
mounting hardware.

b. Remove the DSSI internal I/O cable (P/N 17-03544-01) from the rear of
on the DSSI connector
the unit by removing the two cable screws
and then pulling the cable straight back. Save the cable screws.

)

Remove the internal SCSI cable (P/N 17-02944-01) from the rear of the
unit by removing the two screws
on the SCSI connector
and then
pulling the cable straight back. Save the screws.

d. Remove the rear external bustle assembly

•

Push in the tabs
on each side of the bustle
and then remove
the bustle by pulling the bustle to the rear and up off the frame.

•

attaching
Refer to Figure 1–7 and slide the metal grommeting
the frame
to the enclosure I/O openings and pull the frame off
the enclosure.

Refer to Figure 1–6 and remove the two DSSI alignment pins
the bustle box.

Proceed to step 10.

( from

Installation Procedure 1–17

Installation Procedure

Figure 1–7 Removing the Bustle Frame from the Enclosure

Frame

Metal grommeting

9. If you are upgrading a VAX 4000 Model 100A/105A/106A, refer to
Figure 1–8 and remove the port cover
as follows:

on each side of the port cover, and pull the cover to
a. Push on the tabs
the rear and then up.
b. Remove the alignment pins
alignment pins.
c.

' with a flat-blade screwdriver. Save the
(

Remove the four Q–bus locking posts
with a nut driver, and slide the
Q–bus cable
back into the enclosure. Save the locking posts.

d. Remove the Phillips screws
attaching the DSSI bus 0 and 1 cable
connectors to the port cover . Slide the cable(s) back into the
enclosure. Save the Phillips screws.

É
É
É
É

)

Remove
the two screws
from the internal SCSI cable
connector,
1
and slide the cable back into the enclosure. Save the screws.

1–18 Installation Procedure

ÉÉ
ÉÉ
ÉÉ
ÉÉ
ÉÉ
2

CS–10060

Installation Procedure

Figure 1–8 VAX 4000-10xx Port Cover
8

3
2

7
6

9
MLO-011678

! DSSI bus 0 cable (P/N 17-03544-01 or 17-04189-01)
" Q–bus cable (P/N 17-03545-01)
# DSSI bus 1 cable (P/N 17-03778-01)
$ SCSI cable (P/N 17-02944-01)
% Tabs
& Port cover
' Alignment pins (P/N 12-30363-01)
( Q–bus locking posts (P/N 12-18672-00)
) SCSI connector screws (P/N 90-09643-00)
+> Phillips screws (DSSI connector) (P/N 90-10917-01)

Installation Procedure 1–19

Installation Procedure

10. Reinstall the cables and the new top cover from the 2T-RAK41-AA/AB/AC
kit:
a. If upgrading a Model 100/100A/105A, refer to Figure 1–9 and reinstall
by
the internal SCSI cable (P/N 17-02944-01) in the lower I/O cutout
reversing step 8c if you are upgrading a Model 100, or step 9e if you
are upgrading a Model 100A/105A.

If upgrading a Model 106A, refer to Figure B–5 and reinstall the
internal SCSI cable (P/N 17-02542-01) in the new top cover provided
with the 2T-RAK41-AA/AB/AC kit using the screws saved in step 8c or
9e.
b. If upgrading a Model 100/100A/105A, reinstall the DSSI bus 0 cable
(P/N 17-03544-01) in the upper I/O cutout . If upgrading a Model
106A, reinstall the DSSI bus 0 cable (P/N 17-04189-01) in the lower I/O
cutout
and the upper I/O cutout . Refer to Figure 1–9 and install
as follows:

•

Install the bar nut assembly
and DSSI plate connector
using
the screws
(bar nut assembly, DSSI plate connector, and screws
are provided with the 2T-RAK41-AA/AB/AC kits).

•

Install the DSSI cable by inserting the cable and tightening the two
cable screws saved in step 8b if you are upgrading a Model 100, or
step 9d if you are upgrading a Model 10xx.

1–20 Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure

Figure 1–9 Installing DSSI Plate Assembly

! SCSI (Lower) I/O cutout
" DSSI (Upper I/O cutout
# Bar nut assembly (P/N 74-46919-01)
$ DSSI plate connector (P/N 74-46668-01)
% Screws (Qty 2) (P/N 90-06001-02)
c.

Refer to Figure 1–10. Attach the internal Q–bus cables
to the new
rackmount top cover bustle
by reinstalling the mounting hardware
saved in step 8a if you are upgrading a Model 100, or step 9c if you are
upgrading a Model 10oA/105A/106A.

d. Attach the caution label
from the 2T-RAK41-AA kit to the new top
cover bustle . Position the label so that it can be read when facing
the rear of the unit.

Installation Procedure 1–21

5
1
CS–10061

Installation Procedure

Figure 1–10 Attaching the Internal Q–bus Cables to Rackmount Top Cover
Bustle

! Internal Q–bus cables (P/N 17-03545-01)
" Rackmount top cover (P/N 70-30948-01) bustle
# Screws (P/N 12-30338-05)
$ Caution label (P/N 36-24385-01)
11. If you are converting a VAX 4000-10xx single DSSI to an RM 4000-10xx
dual DSSI, or if you are upgrading a VAX 4000 Model 100/100A/105A
to a 106A, perform the following steps. If you are not making these
conversions, proceed to step 12 of this procedure.
a. Refer to Figure 1–11. Remove the upper and lower drive mounting
shelves together as a single unit (it is not necessary to disassemble the
shelves themselves). Unscrew all six screws from the shelves; leave
the captive screws
in position and save the Phillips screws
for
reinstallation of the shelves. Remove the internal power cables .

"
#

3
4

2
1–22 Installation Procedure
1
CS–10121

Installation Procedure

Figure 1–11 Disconnecting the Internal Power Cables

2
1

! Captive Screws (5)
" Phillips Screws (2)
# Internal Power Cables

MLO-011681

Installation Procedure 1–23

Installation Procedure

b. Disconnect the internal DSSI bus connectors from all drives mounted
on the shelves. It is not necessary to disconnect the power cable from
each drive. Figure 1–12 shows one drive as an example.
Figure 1–12 Disconnecting Internal DSSI Connectors

MLO-010804

Disconnect the internal SCSI cable from the backplane (see
Figure 1–13:
•

Release the memory module nearest the internal SCSI connector by
pressing the tabs on each end, and tip it backward .

•

Disconnect the internal SCSI cable
backplane.

" from its connector on the
#

d. Remove the shelves by sliding them forward
and lifting them up
and away from the enclosure (see Figure 1–13). Leave the memory
module tipped backward until the shelves are reinstalled.

1–24 Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure

Figure 1–13 Disconnecting the Internal SCSI Cable

MLO-011680

! Releasing the memory module and tipping it backward
" Internal SCSI cable
# Sliding the shelf forward
$ Lifting the shelf up

Installation Procedure 1–25

Installation Procedure

Refer to Figure 1–14. Disconnect the DSSI cable from the DSSI
connector .

Remove the single DSSI card
by gently prying it loose from the
to compress the post so
backplane connector . Use a standoff tool
that the corner of the card can be lifted off of the standoff . Lift the
card out and place it on an antistatic mat.

Figure 1–14 Removing the Single DSSI Card

4
3

MLO-010808

! DSSI Connector
" Standoff removal tool
# Standoff
$ Backplane connector
% Single DSSI Card (P/N 54-21837-01)
1–26 Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure

g. If you are upgrading a VAX 4000 Model 100/100A/105A to a 106A,
replace the CPU module with the CPU module that is provided in
the 2T-RAK41-AB/53XRA-BW kit. Refer to Section 4.9 for the CPU
removal and replacement procedures.

(provided with the
h. Refer to Figure 1–15. Install the dual DSSI card
2T-KFDDA-AF/DF kit) onto the backplane. Align the new card on the
so that it is positioned above the backplane connector, then
standoffs
gently seat it onto the connector and the standoffs.

Connect the DSSI bus 1 cable
(provided with the 2T-KFDDA-AF/DF
kit) into the DSSI card connector that is closest to the front of the
system (see Figure 1–15).

Reconnect the DSSI bus 0 cable
into the DSSI card connector that is
closest to the rear of the system (see Figure 1–15).

k. Replace the shelves by reversing step 11d.
l.

Connect the internal SCSI connector by reversing step 11c.

m. Connect the internal DSSI bus connectors to all drives mounted on the
shelves by reversing step 11b.
n. Connect the power cables by reversing step 11a.

Installation Procedure 1–27

Installation Procedure

Figure 1–15 Installing the Dual DSSI Card
4
5

2
MLO-011695

! Dual DSSI Card (P/N 54-22444-01)
" Standoff
# Backplane Connector
$ DSSI Bus 0 Cable (P/N 17-03544-01 or 17-04189-01)
% DSSI Bus 1 Cable (P/N 17-03778-01)

1–28 Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure

12. Refer to Figure 1–16 and partially install the new rackmount top cover

13. If present, reinstall the DSSI connector for the DSSI bus 1 cable (P/N
17-03778-01) (provided with the 2T-KFDDA-AF/DF kit) on the top cover
using the screws saved in step 8b if you are upgrading a Model 100, or step
9d if you are upgrading a Model 100A/105A/106A.
14. Connect the Q–bus and SCSI cables to the CPU module (refer to Figure 4–5
for module locations).
15. Fully install the cover by tightening the two captive screws
of the unit to hold the cover in place.

# in the rear

Installation Procedure 1–29

Installation Procedure

Figure 1–16 Installing New Rackmount Top Cover
1
2

3
2

3
MLO-011682

! DSSI/Q–bus cable connector ports
" Rackmount top cover (P/N 70-30948-01)
# Top cover screws (P/N 12-30338-05)
$ Caution label (P/N 36-24385-01)

1–30 Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure

16. Refer to Figure 1–17 and place the VAX 4000-10xx Medallion
on the
if it is not already present. The medallion is provided
new top cover
with the 2T-KFDDA-DF or 2T-RAK41-AA/AB/AC kits.

Figure 1–17 Placing the VAX 4000-10xx Medallion

! VAX 4000 Model 100A/105A/106A Medallion (P/N 74-37642-31/32/34)
" Rackmount top cover (P/N 70-30948-01)

Installation Procedure 1–31
CS–10116

Installation Procedure

Step 4: Install the Shelf Assembly
Warning
The VAX 4000-10xx system when mounted on the shelf weighs
27 kg (60 lbs) depending on the configuration. Ensure that you
use the appropriate number of personnel when installing the
shelf.

Note
If shelf is not assembled, see Appendix A for instructions.

To install the shelf assembly, refer to Figure 1–18 and proceed as follows:
1. Lift the slide locking arms and the slide shelf out far enough to reach the
screws
and nuts
holding the front mounting brackets
to the slides
.

and nuts
holding the front mounting brackets
2. Ensure that the screws
are tight. The front mounting bracket comes attached to the slide.

3. Install the rear mounting bracket
to the slides
Figure 1–18. Do not tighten the screws .
4. Return the slides

1–32 Installation Procedure

$ to the locked position.

$ as shown in

Installation Procedure

Figure 1–18 Front and Rear Mounting Brackets

Note
Figure shows setup for standard cabinet depth (25 in). Slots
used may differ depending on cabinet depth.
2

! Screws (P/N 90-00063-22)
" 5Kep Nuts (P/N 90-06563-00)
# Rear Mounting Bracket (P/N

12-32829-01)

$ Locking Slides
(P/N 12-39896-01)
% Front Mounting Bracket (P/N 12-3283101)
& Locking Slide Mechanism
1

Installation Procedure 1–33

3
4

1
cs–9094

Installation Procedure

Figure 1–19 Installing the Shelf in the Cabinet

3
5
2

1
1–34 Installation Procedure
3

CS–10095

Installation Procedure

! Rear Mounting Bracket (P/N 12-3282901)
" Nut Bar (P/N 12-14406-00)
# 10-32 Screw (P/N 90-00063-39)

$ Cabinet Rail
% Front Mounting Bracket (P/N
12-32831-01)

5. Install the shelf in the cabinet as shown in Figure 1–19 using the nut bars
and 10-32 screws . Figure 1–20 shows the RETMA spacing.

6. Refer to Figure 1–18. With the shelf extended, tighten the two screws
and nuts
holding the rear mounting brackets
to the slides . Then
return the slides to the locked position.

Figure 1–20 RETMA Spacing

ÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇ
ÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇ
ÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇ
Other System

Hole 13

Ball Studs

22.2 cm
(8.75 in)

Ball Studs
Hole 3

ÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇ
ÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇ
Hole 1

Slides
Slides

Installation Procedure 1–35

Other System

CS–10013

Installation Procedure

Step 5: Install the VAX 4000-10xx System on the Shelf

Warning
The VAX 4000 Model 10xx system when mounted on the shelf weighs
27 kg (60 lbs) depending on the configuration. Ensure that you use
the appropriate number of personnel when installing the system on
the shelf.

Note
Digital recommends that you do not install the shelf in the
lowest position in the cabinet. Installing and aligning the
system with the bumpers and holes in the shelf is extremely
difficult if the shelf is installed in the lowest cabinet position.

To install the system on the shelf, refer to Figure 1–21 and perform the
following steps:

1. Lift the slide locking arms
and fully extend the shelf
the slide locks latch the shelf in place.

#. Ensure that

Caution
Only use the hardware provided with the shelf assembly kit. Never
use mounting screws longer than 5/16 inch to prevent damage to
internal components. Always use bumpers between the shelf and the
system unit.

2. Install the self-sticking bumpers
Figure 1–21.

% (P/N 90-09538-01) on shelf as shown in

3. Position the system on the shelf with the I/O port facing the right side of
the cabinet as viewed from the front.

1–36 Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure

4. Align the four mount holes on the system with the inner shelf mounting
holes and secure using the four system mounting screws .

Figure 1–21 Installing the VAX 4000-10xx System on the Shelf

! Slides
" Latch
# Shelf

$ Screws (4) (P/N 90-09984-00)
% Bumpers (4) (P/N 90-09538-01)
Use of bumpers is mandatory.

1
3
4

Installation Procedure 1–37

2
cs–10097

Installation Procedure

Step 6: Install Cable Management Bracket

Install the Cable Management Bracket in the rear of the cabinet (see
Figure 1–22:

! on cabinet rail.
2. Install cable management bracket # to rails by inserting screws " through
1. Install four U-nuts

the cable management bracket, then through the rail, then through the
U-nuts.

Note
Due to the large variety of available cabinets, it is beyond the
scope of this manual to cover installation and dressing of cables
within the cabinet, or placement of the cable management
bracket. Refer to your system cabinet documentation or
cabinet vendor for cabinet cabling instructions.

1–38 Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure

Figure 1–22 Installing the Cable Management Bracket

! U-nuts (P/N 90-07785-01)
" Screws (P/N 90-00063-39)
# Cable Management Bracket (P/N 74-40319-01)

1
2
3

Installation Procedure 1–39
CS–10096

Installation Procedure

Step 7: Install I/O Terminators and/or Option Cables
To install I/O terminators, console cable and power cord refer to Figure 1–23
and perform the following steps:
1. Connect the Console Terminal:

a. Connect one end of the terminal cable
to the modified modular jack
(MMJ) port 3. The system is shipped with a label covering ports 0 and
1. After port 3 is properly identified as the console port, the OPA0
arrow label may be removed.
b. Connect the other end of the terminal cable

! to the console terminal.

2. Connect the ThinWire Terminator:
a. Assemble the T-connector and the two terminators to form a ThinWire
terminator .

b. Connect the ThinWire terminator
3. Connect the SCSI Terminator:
a. Connect the SCSI terminator
b. Close the bail lock loops.
4. Connect the DSSI terminators

# to the SCSI port.

$ to the DSSI ports.

5. Connect the Power Cord:
a. Ensure that the ON/OFF switch
b. Connect the power cord
c.

" to the ThinWire Ethernet port.

& is in the OFF (O) position.

% to the system unit.

Connect the other end of the power cord to an ac power source.

6. Use four tie wraps (P/N 90-07880-00 Qty 2, and P/N 90-09617-00 Qty 2) to
secure the console terminal cable and power cord to the cable management
bracket.

1–40 Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure

Figure 1–23 Making Console Connections

3
2

6
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!
"
#

Terminal cable
ThinWire terminator
SCSI terminator

$
%
&

DSSI terminators
Power cord
ON/OFF switch

Installation Procedure 1–41

Installation Procedure

Refer to Appendix B and the VAX 4000 Model 10xx Operator Information
Manual for information on connecting cables to the system for the following
options:
•

Connect the I/O MMJ ports 0 through 1.

•

Connect the I/O asynchronous connectors.

•

Connect the I/O synchronous connectors.

•

Connect the I/O RS232 full modem port.

•

Connect the external DSSI cables.

•

Connect the external SCSI cables.

•

Connect the I/O Q–bus connectors.
Note
Due to the large variety of available cabinets, it is beyond the
scope of this manual to cover installation and dressing of cables
within the cabinet, or placement of the cable management
bracket. Refer to your system cabinet documentation or
cabinet vendor for cabinet cabling instructions.

1–42 Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure

Step 8: Install the Cable Barrier
To install the cable barrier, refer to Figure 1–24 and:
1. Install three U-nuts (P/N 90-10434-01, not shown in figure) on cable barrier
tabs
if they are not already installed. The U-nuts come with the barrier
kit.

(

on the shelf
and align the mounting screws
2. Place the cable barrier
rubber washer
and metal washer
with the shelf mounting holes.

3. Tighten the screws.
Figure 1–24 Installing the Cable Barrier on the Shelf

! Cabinet rails
" Tabs (3)
# Cable barrier (P/N 74-47072-01)
$ Screws (3) (P/N 90-00026-03)

% Rubber
washer (3) (P/N 90-10837-01)
2
& Metal washer (3) (P/N 90-08200-00)
' Slides
( Shelf

8
6
7

Installation Procedure 1–43

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Installation Procedure

Step 9: Check the Power-Up Test Results
The power-up test can take several minutes to complete, depending on the
number of options installed and the default console terminal settings you use.
To check the power-up test results:
1. Turn on the console terminal. Wait until the power-up test is complete.
Refer to the terminal documentation for more information.
2. Check the terminal settings. Refer to the VAX 4000 Model 10xx Operator
Information Manual for the list of correct settings.
3. Refer to Figure 1–23 and turn on the system unit by setting the ON/OFF
to the ON ( | ) position.
switch

4. If the power-up test results on the screen are similar to the results in
Example 1–1, the system has passed the power-up test. Go to step 10.
5. If the power-up test results on the screen are not similar to the results
in Example 1–1, the system has not passed the power-up test. See
Example 1–2 for a typical failure.
Note
If a failure occurs, refer to VAX 4000 Model 10xx Troubleshooting
and Diagnostics Information Manual.

1–44 Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure

Example 1–1 Successful Power-Up Test Screen

KA52-A V1.1, VMB 2.14
Performing normal system tests.
72..71..70..69..68..67..66..65..64..63..62..61..60..59..58..57..
56..55..54..53..52..51..50..49..48..47..46..45..44..43..42..41..
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.
>>>

! Central Processing Unit (CPU) Name, Firmware Version Number, and
Virtual Memory Boot (VMB) Version Number

" Read-Only Memory (ROM) based diagnostics countdown
# Status Message
$ Console Prompt

Installation Procedure 1–45

Installation Procedure

If SIMM_OD is not present or not plugged in correctly, the system responds
with a display similar to the following example:
Example 1–2 Unsuccessful Power-Up Test Screen
KA52-A V1.1, VMB 2.14
Performing normal system tests.
72..71..70..69..68..67..66..65..64..63..62..

? Test_Subtest_DC_88 Loop_Subtest=05 Err_Type=FF DE_NO_Memory_present.lis
Vec=0000 Prev_Errs=0000 P1=E04EE04E P2=00000000 P3=00000000 P4=00001006
P5=00000000 P6=7F337F7F P7=00000000 P8=00000000 P9=FFFF0000 P10=2006270C
r0=00000008 r1=21018000 r2=E04EE04E r3=80000000 r4=01000000 r5=04000000
r6=00000002 r7=00000000 r8=00000000 r9=20140758 r10=FFFFFFFE r11=FFFFFFFF
dser=0000 cesr=00000000 icsr=01 pcsts=F800 pcctl=FC00 cctl=00000006
bcetsts=03E0 bcedsts=0400 cefsts=00007E80 nests=00 mmcdsr=01FFFE40
mesr=00000000
Error: SIMM Set 0 (0A,0B,0C,0D), SSR = E04E
SIMM_0A = 16MB
SIMM_0B = 16MB
SIMM_0C = 16MB

Total of 0MB, 0 good pages, 0 bad pages, 0 reserved pages
Normal operation not possible.
>>>

! Error Message
" Error Summary showing SIMM "0D" is missing
# Status Message

1–46 Installation Procedure

SIMM_0D = 00MB ??

Installation Procedure

Step 10: Install the Front Bezel
To install the front bezel:
1. Install four U-nuts
in Figure 1–25.

! and ball studs " onto the cabinet rails $ as shown
Note

If the system is to be shipped in the cabinet, install the shipping
strap and bracket (see Section 4.2).

2. Lift the locks on the slides and slide the system into the cabinet.

on the cabinet by aligning the mounting holes
3. Install the front bezel
with the ball studs. Press the bezel against the ball studs.

4. If necessary, affix the self-adhesive medallion
(provided with the system
or with the 2T-KFDDA-DF or 2T-RAK41-AA/AB/AC kits) to the lower left
corner of the bezel.

Installation Procedure 1–47

Installation Procedure

Figure 1–25 Installing the Front Bezel

!
"
#

$
%
&

U-nuts (P/N 90-07786-01)
Ball studs (P/N 90-11337-01)
Bezel (P/N 74-30961-01)

Cabinet rails
Bezel hand grips
VAX 4000 Model 10xx medallion (P/N
74-37642-31/32/34)

Front View of
Cabinet Rail

Side View

13th Hole

5th Hole
1st Hole

6
1–48 Installation Procedure
5

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Installation Procedure

Step 11: Connecting the System to a Network
For more information on connecting the system to a network, see the VAX 4000
Model 10xx Operator Information Manual.
Step 12: Connecting External Options to the System
For more information on connecting external options to the system, see the
VAX 4000 Model 10xx Operator Information Manual.
Step 13: Booting the Operating System
If the hard disks are factory installed, then the system is supplied with
factory installed software (FIS) on the system disk. Boot the operating system
following the procedures in the VMS Factory Installed Software User Guide.

Installation Procedure 1–49

2
Operator Access and Control Procedure
The RM 4000-10xx is designed to be mounted in a cabinet enclosure. To access
the operation and control switches, or to load media devices, the unit must be
extended outside the cabinet by performing the following two steps:
1. Remove the front bezel by pulling on the bezel hand grips
Figure 2–1).

! (see

2. Lift both slide locks and fully extend the slides.
For identification and description of all switches, indicators, operation of load
media, and system setup for networks and external options, see the VAX 4000
Model 10xx Operator Information Manual supplied with your system.
For a description of the RM 4000-10xx console and boot device commands, as
well as special system security features, refer to the VAX 4000 Model 10xx
Customer Technical Information Manual supplied with your system.

Operator Access and Control Procedure 2–1

Operator Access and Control Procedure

Figure 2–1 Front Bezel

2–2 Operator Access and Control Procedure
1
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3
Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

Note
Before performing any troubleshooting or diagnostic tests,
ensure that the end user has backed up all disks to their
satisfaction and has shutdown the system software. It is the
end user’s responsibility to ensure all system software and data
is backed up and the system is shutdown properly.

Remove the cable barrier before installing any loopback or test cables. Refer to
Figure 1–24.
For all troubleshooting and diagnostic information, refer to the VAX 4000
Model 10xx Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Information Manual.

Troubleshooting and Diagnostics 3–1

4
Maintenance and FRU Replacement
Procedures
Note
Before performing any maintenance or FRU replacement
procedures, ensure that the end user has backed up all disks to
their satisfaction, and has shutdown the system software. It is
the end user’s responsibility to ensure that all system software
and data has been backed up and the system is shutdown
properly.

This chapter provides procedures for:
•

Accessing the RM 4000-10xx

•

Removing and installing the shipping strap and bracket

•

Removing the enclosure cover

•

Removing and replacing the internal Q–bus cables

•

Removing and replacing the DSSI bus 0 cable (P/N 17-03544-01 or
17-04189-01)

•

Removing and replacing the DSSI bus 1 cable (P/N 17-03778-01)

•

Removing and replacing the internal SCSI cable (P/N 17-02944-01 or
17-02542-01)

•

Removing and replacing the DSSI card (single or dual)

•

Removing and replacing the CPU module

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures 4–1

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

4.1 Accessing the RM 4000-10xx
The RM 4000-10xx is designed to be mounted in a cabinet enclosure. To access
the unit, the unit must be extended outside the cabinet by performing the
procedure described in Chapter 2.

4.2 Removing and Installing the Shipping Strap and Bracket
To remove the shipping strap and bracket, perform the following steps:
Note
The shipping bracket should be removed before removing the
shipping strap, and the shipping strap should be installed
before installing the shipping bracket.

Shipping Bracket
•

To install or remove the rear shipping bracket you must first access the
rear of the cabinet (refer to your system cabinet documentation for the
access procedure).

•

To install the rear shipping bracket:

to the cabinet rails on the right side of the
a. Install four U-nuts ,
cabinet, directly behind and above the system. See Figure 4–1 for hole
locations.
b. Install the rear shipping bracket
Phillips head screws .

c.
•

Attach the rear shipping bracket
Phillips screws .

To remove the rear shipping bracket:

! to the cabinet rails using two

! to the shelf assembly using two
!

a. Locate the rear shipping bracket
on the right side of the cabinet,
directly behind the system unit (see Figure 4–1).

b. Remove two Phillips head screws
attaching the rear shipping bracket
to the shelf assembly. Install the screws into the empty U-nuts
on
the cabinet rail.

4–2 Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

Figure 4–1 Removing and Installing the Shipping Bracket

! Rear shipping bracket (P/N 74-46848-01)
" U-nuts (P/N 90-07786-00)
# Phillips screws (P/N 90-00063-39)
System
$ Other
Phillips screws (P/N 90-00063-39)
% U-nuts (P/N 90-07786-00)

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ÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇ
3
2
1

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4

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures 4–3
CS–10122

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

Shipping Strap
The shipping strap is held in place by a single screw (P/N 90-00063-39) located
on top of the shelf. To remove the shipping strap, refer to Figure 4–2 and:
1. Remove the front bezel.
2. Pull the shelf out.
3. Remove the screw holding the strap in place.
4. Lift the strap from the end with the screw until it clears the top of the
unit.
5. Push down on the strap at the front of the shelf to free the strap.
6. If present, cut the tie wrap restraining the Q–bus cables to the cable
bundle and install the Q–bus cables in the top cover bustle. Refer to
Section B.8 for Q–bus cable installation instructions.
To install the shipping strap perform steps 1 through 6 in reverse order.

4–4 Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

Figure 4–2 Removing the Shipping Strap

Screw

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures 4–5
CS–10012

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

4.3 Removing the Rackmount Enclosure Cover
(P/N 70-30948-01)
To remove the rackmount enclosure cover:
1. Fully extend the shelf containing the RM 4000-10xx to be serviced from the
cabinet. Observe the cables as the unit is being pulled out to ensure that
they do not get pinched or caught in the cabinet.
2. Remove the cable barrier by loosening the three captive screws (see
Figure 1–24.
3. Turn the power ON/OFF switch, located in the rear of the unit, to the OFF
(O) position. Figure 1–23 shows the location of the ON/OFF switch.
4. Disconnect any cables that are connected to the enclosure cover I/O ports
attached to the top cover . Remove the ac power cord.
or any cables

5. Loosen (do not remove) the two captive screws
holding the cover in place (see Figure 4–3).

4–6 Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

# in the rear of the unit

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

Figure 4–3 Removing the Rackmount Enclosure Cover
1
2

3
2

3
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! Internal Q–bus cables and DSSI cables (two each, front and rear of bustle)
" Rackmount top cover (P/N 70-30948-01)
# Captive screws (P/N 12-30338-05)
$ Caution label (P/N 36-24385-01)

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures 4–7

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

Caution
To prevent damage to internal cables and components, do not remove
cover more than 4.4 cm (2 in) without disconnecting the internal
Q-bus cable from the CPU board.

6. Slide the top cover forward 4.4 cm (2 in.) maximum, and disconnect the
internal Q–bus and SCSI cables from the CPU module inside the enclosure.
Figure 4–5 shows the location of the internal Q–bus cable and SCSI cable.
7. If present, remove the two DSSI connectors from the top cover by removing
the four screws and pulling the cable straight back. See Figure 4–4.
8. Slide the cover completely off by pushing forward and upward. Ensure that
the internal Q–bus and DSSI cables do not get caught on any modules or
disk drives located inside of the enclosure.
To reinstall the cover:
1. Partially install the top cover.
2. If present, connect the two DSSI connectors by inserting them into the top
cover bustle ports and installing the four screws that were removed in step
7 of the removal procedure (see Figure 4–4).
3. Install the top cover to within 4.4 cm (2 in) of the system unit.
4. Connect the internal Q–bus and SCSI cables to the CPU module inside of
the enclosure (see Figure 4–5 for module location).
5. Fully install the cover and tighten the two captive screws
the unit (see Figure 4–3).

4–8 Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

# in the rear of

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

Figure 4–4 Removing and Installing the Two DSSI External Bus Connectors

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Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures 4–9

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

Figure 4–5 Internal Connectors

4
7
5
2
1

6
3

PUSH

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!
" SCSI Cable Connector
# CPU Module
$ Synchronous Cable Connector

Q–bus Input/Output Cable
Connector

% Asynchronous Cable Connector
& DSSI Connector
' CPU Power Connector

4–10 Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

4.4 Removing and Replacing the Internal Q–bus Cables
(P/N 17-03545-01)
1. Remove the enclosure cover from the RM 4000-10xx. Refer to Section 4.3.

2. Refer to Figure 4–6, and remove the mounting hardware
(P/N 12-1867201) holding the two Q–bus connectors
to the cover. Save the mounting
hardware.

3. Install the replacement internal Q–bus cable by reversing steps 1 and 2.
Figure 4–6 Removing Internal Q–bus Connectors

! Q–bus connectors (P/N 17-03545-01)
" Q–bus mounting hardware (P/N 12-18672-01)

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures 4–11
1
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Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

4.5 Removing and Replacing the DSSI Bus 0 Cable
(P/N 17-03544-01 or 17-04189-01)
1. Access the unit according to the procedure in Section 4.1.
2. Remove the enclosure cover according to the procedure in Section 4.3.
3. Remove the DSSI external I/O cable by loosening the two cable screws and
then pulling the cable straight back.
4. Remove the internal DSSI bus 0 cable connectors from the rear bulkhead
by removing the screws (see Figure 4–7) and pulling the cables straight
back.
5. Disconnect the internal DSSI bus 0 cable connectors from all internal
drives and/or the DSSI card.
Caution
Use the strain relief tabs on the cables when removing the
cables. Failure to do so causes damage to the cables.

6. Reinstall replacement cable by reversing steps 1 through 5.
Figure 4–7 Removing the Internal DSSI Bus 0 Cable Connectors from Rear
Bulkhead

4–12 Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures
Screws

CS–10009

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

4.6 Removing and Replacing the DSSI Bus 1 Cable
(P/N 17-03778-01)
To remove and replace the DSSI bus 1 cable (P/N 17-03778-01), perform the
following procedure:
1. Access the unit according to the procedure in Section 4.1.
2. Remove the enclosure cover according to the procedure in Section 4.3.
3. Refer to Figure 4–8. Remove the upper and lower drive mounting shelves
together as a single unit (it is not necessary to disassemble the shelves
themselves). Unscrew all six screws from the shelves; leave the captive
in position and save the Phillips screws
for reinstallation of
screws
the shelves. Remove the internal power cables .

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures 4–13

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

Figure 4–8 Disconnecting the Internal Power Cables

2
1

! Captive Screws (5)
" Phillips Screws (2)
# Internal Power Cables

4–14 Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

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Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

4. Disconnect the internal DSSI connectors from all drives mounted on the
shelves. It is not necessary to disconnect the power cable from each drive.
Figure 4–9 shows one drive as an example.
Figure 4–9 Disconnecting Internal DSSI Connectors

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5. Disconnect the internal SCSI cable from the backplane (see Figure 4–10):
a. Release the memory module nearest the internal SCSI connector by
pressing the tabs on each end, and tip it backward .

b. Disconnect the internal SCSI cable
backplane.

" from its connector on the
#

6. Remove the shelves by sliding them forward
and lifting them up
and
away from the enclosure (see Figure 4–10). Leave the memory module
tipped backward until the shelves are reinstalled.

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures 4–15

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

Figure 4–10 Disconnecting the Internal SCSI Cable

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! Releasing the memory module and tipping it backward
" Internal SCSI cable
# Sliding shelves forward
$ Lifting shelves up

4–16 Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

7. Refer to Figure 4–11. Disconnect the DSSI cable
connector .

! from the DSSI

8. To install the new cable, reverse this procedure.
Figure 4–11 Disconnecting DSSI Cable from DSSI Card

! DSSI cable
" Removing DSSI cable from DSSI connector

1
Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures 4–17
CS–10118

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

4.7 Removing and Replacing the Internal SCSI Cable
(P/N 17-02944-01 or 17-02542-01)
1. Access the unit according to the procedure in Section 4.1.
2. Remove the SCSI external I/O cable by opening the bail loops and then
pulling the cable straight back.
3. Remove the enclosure cover according to the procedure in Section 4.3.
4. Remove the internal SCSI cable by removing the two screws (see
Figure 4–12) and then pulling the cable straight back.
5. Reinstall the replacement cable by reversing steps 1 through 4.
Figure 4–12 Removing the Internal SCSI Cable

Screws

CS–10010

4–18 Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

4.8 Removing and Replacing the DSSI Card
To remove and replace a DSSI card, either single or dual, follow this general
procedure:
1. Access the unit according to the procedure in Section 4.1.
2. Remove the enclosure cover according to the procedure in Section 4.3.
3. Refer to Figure 4–13. Remove the upper and lower drive mounting shelves
together as a single unit (it is not necessary to disassemble the shelves
themselves). Unscrew all screws from the shelves; leave the captive screws
in position and save the Phillips screws
for reinstallation of the
shelves. Remove the internal power cables .

"
#

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures 4–19

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

Figure 4–13 Disconnecting the Internal Power Cables

2
1

! Captive Screws (5)
" Phillips Screws (2)
# Internal Power Cables

4–20 Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

MLO-011681

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

4. Disconnect the internal DSSI connectors from all drives mounted on the
shelves. It is not necessary to disconnect the power cable from each drive.
Figure 4–14 shows one drive as an example.
Figure 4–14 Disconnecting Internal DSSI Connectors

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5. Disconnect the internal SCSI cable from the backplane (see Figure 4–15):
a. Release the memory module nearest the internal SCSI connector by
pressing the tabs on each end, and tip it backward .

b. Disconnect the internal SCSI cable
backplane.

" from its connector on the
#

6. Remove the shelves by sliding them forward
and lifting them up
and
away from the enclosure (see Figure 4–15). Leave the memory module
tipped backward until the shelves are reinstalled.

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures 4–21

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

Figure 4–15 Disconnecting the Internal SCSI Cable

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! Releasing the memory module and tipping it backward
" Internal SCSI cable
# Sliding shelves forward
$ Lifting shelves up

4–22 Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

7. Refer to Figure 4–16. Disconnect the DSSI cable(s) from the DSSI
connector .

8. Remove the DSSI card
by gently prying it loose from the backplane
to compress the post so that the corner
connector . Use a standoff tool
of the card can be lifted off of the standoff . Lift the card out and place it
on an antistatic mat. Figure 4–16 shows the removal of a dual DSSI card.

Figure 4–16 Removing the Dual DSSI Card

! DSSI Connector
" Standoff removal tool
# Standoff

$ Backplane connector
% Dual DSSI Card

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures 4–23
CS–10115

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

9. Install the replacement DSSI card
onto the backplane. Figure 4–17
shows installing a dual DSSI card. Align the new card on the standoffs
so that it is positioned above the backplane connector, then gently seat it
onto the connector and the standoffs.

10. Install the DSSI cables into the new DSSI card:

a. Connect the DSSI bus 1 cable , if present, into the DSSI connector
that is closest to the front of the system. Figure 4–17 shows the
installation of a dual DSSI card.

into the DSSI connector that is
b. Reconnect the DSSI bus 0 cable
closest to the rear of the system (see Figure 4–17).
11. Replace the shelves by reversing step 6.
12. Connect the internal SCSI connector by reversing step 5.
13. Connect the internal DSSI connectors to all drives mounted on the shelves
by reversing step 4.
14. Connect the power cables by reversing step 3.
15. Reinstall the top cover by reversing the procedure in Section 4.3.

4–24 Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

Figure 4–17 Installing the Dual DSSI Card
4
5

2
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! Dual DSSI Card (P/N 54-22444-01)
" Standoff
# Backplane Connector
$ DSSI Cable (P/N 17-03544-01 or 17-04189-01)
% DSSI Cable (P/N 17-03778-01)

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures 4–25

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

4.9 Removing and Replacing the CPU Module
To remove and replace the CPU module, use the following procedure:
1. Refer to Section 4.8 and remove the DSSI card.
2. Remove all SIMMs from the CPU module (see Figure 4–18).
Caution
Static electricity can damage integrated circuits. Wear a wriststrap
and place an antistatic mat under the system unit when working with
the internal parts of the system unit.

Caution
Carefully note the position of each memory module that you remove;
they must be reinstalled later into the same slots.

Beginning with the SIMMs closest to the front of the enclosure, remove
each as follows:
a. Release the memory module by pressing the metal board clips on the
memory module connector away from the center.
b. Tip the memory module toward the rear.
c.

Lift the memory module up and out of the enclosure, and place it on an
antistatic mat.

4–26 Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

Figure 4–18 Removing a SIMM

Metal Board Clip

MS44 Memory Modules

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Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures 4–27

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

3. Remove all remaining cables from the CPU module (see Figure 4–5).
a. Disconnect any internal communications options cables that are
present in your system from the CPU module.
b. Disconnect the CPU power cable from the CPU module.
4. To remove the CPU module, follow these steps:
Caution
Ensure that you do not damage any of the CPU module components by
exerting too much force on them.

a. Press the two spring clips (marked by arrows in Figure 4–19) that
secure the CPU module in position. The CPU module moves forward
under the tension of the connector gaskets. If necessary, slide the CPU
module back until it disengages from the ten keyhole cutouts (refer to
Figure 4–19).
b. Use your finger, in the semicircular cutout on the front edge of the
CPU module, to lift up the front edge of the CPU module (refer to
Figure 4–19).
c.

While supporting the front of the CPU module with one hand, guide
the connectors on the back of the CPU module out of the corresponding
cutouts on the back of the enclosure.

d. Remove the CPU module from the enclosure.

4–28 Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

Figure 4–19 Removing the CPU Module

PUSH

! Spring clips
" Semicircular cutout
# Keyhole cutouts (10)

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Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures 4–29

Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

5. To install the new CPU module, follow these steps:
a. Place the CPU module in the enclosure so that the connectors on the
CPU module align with the corresponding cutouts in the back panel of
the enclosure. Use the ThinWire Ethernet port as an anchor point to
correctly adjust the position of the CPU module.
b. Align the keyhole cutouts in the CPU module with the corresponding
standoff pillars in the base of the enclosure.
Caution
Ensure that you do not damage any of the CPU module components by
exerting too much force on them.

Press the CPU module at the two positions marked PUSH. The spring
clips push the standoff pillars into the keyhole cutouts that secure the
CPU module in position (see Figure 4–19).

6. To complete reassembly, reverse steps 1 through 3.

To remove and replace all other FRUs in the RM 4000-10xx, refer to the
following manuals:
•

VAX 4000 BA42B Enclosure Maintenance Manual

•

VAX 4000 Model 10xx KA52 CPU Maintenance Manual

•

VAX 4000 BA42B Enclosure System Options Manual

4–30 Maintenance and FRU Replacement Procedures

A
Shelf Assembly
This appendix describes how to assemble the shelf and slides that will be used
to mount the RM 4000-10xx in a cabinet.
The shelf assembly contains the following parts:
Item

!
"
#
$
%
&
'
(
)
+>

Description

Part Number

Shelf

74-46669-01

Slides

12-39896-01

Mounting Brackets (Rear)

12-32829-01

Mounting Brackets (Front)

12-32831-01

Screws, #8, Qty 18

90-00063-22

Kep nuts, #8, Qty 8
Interlock bracket, Qty 1

90-06563-00
1

Caution label, Qty 2

74-46988-01
36-24385-01

Caution label, weight, Qty 1

36-32445-01

Part number label, Qty 1

36-13209-02

1 All systems are shipped with an interlock bracket. The interlock bracket only functions

in systems containing a shelf interlock system.

Shelf Assembly A–1

Shelf Assembly

Use the procedure in this appendix to assemble the shelf.

# and %) using

to the front and rear mounting brackets (
1. Attach slides
screws
and kep nuts
(see Figure A–1).

2. Lift the slide locking mechanism

& and extend the slides $ fully.

Figure A–1 Attaching Slides to the Shelf

!
"
#

$
%
&

Screws (P/N 90-00063-22)
Kep nuts (P/N 90-06563-00)

5
Rear Mounting
Bracket
(P/N 12-32829-01)

Locking Slides (P/N 12-39896-01)
Front Mounting Bracket
(P/N 12-32831-01)
Slide Locking Mechanism

A–2 Shelf
3 Assembly
4

1
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Shelf Assembly

" to shelf ! using the screws % (see Figure A–2).
4. Attach labels (, ), +> as shown in Figure A–2.

3. Attach slides

To install the shelf assembly in the cabinet, proceed with Step 4: Install the
Shelf Assembly in Chapter 1.
Figure A–2 Assembling the Shelf

!
"
#
$
%

&
'
(
)
+>

Shelf (P/N 74-46669-01)
Slides
Locking Latch
Locking mechanism handle
Screws
(P/N 90-00063-22) (four
9
each side)

Shipping bracket mounting holes

8
Interlock
bracket mounting holes
Caution labels (Qty 2) (P/N 36-24385-01)

4
Caution label (P/N 36-32445-01)
Part number label (P/N 36-13209-02)

10
6

3
Shelf Assembly A–3

2
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B
Connecting Peripheral Device Cables
This appendix describes the following procedures to connect cables for
peripheral devices to the RM 4000-10xx system:
•

Connecting a peripheral cable to MMJ port 0 and 1

•

Connecting a peripheral cable to asynchronous port A

•

Connecting a peripheral cable to asynchronous port A (DHW42-CA)

•

Connecting a peripheral cable to synchronous port 0 and 1, and to the
modem port

•

Connecting a peripheral cable to the asynchronous modem control port

•

Connecting cables to external SCSI ports

•

Connecting cables to external DSSI ports

•

Connecting cables to top cover cable ports:
–

Q–bus cable ports

–

DSSI cable ports

Connecting Peripheral Device Cables B–1

Connecting Peripheral Device Cables

B.1 Connecting a Peripheral Cable to MMJ Port 0 and 1
To connect a peripheral cable to MMJ port 0 and 1, insert the cable as shown
in Figure B–1.
Figure B–1 Connecting a Peripheral Cable to MMJ Port 0 and 1

3
2

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B–2 Connecting Peripheral Device Cables

Connecting Peripheral Device Cables

B.2 Connecting a Peripheral Cable to Asynchronous Port A
To connect a peripheral cable to asynchronous port A, refer to Figure B–2 and
perform the following steps:
1. Insert cable.
2. Close bail loops.
Figure B–2 Connecting a Peripheral Cable to Asynchronous Port A

3
2

1
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Connecting Peripheral Device Cables B–3

Connecting Peripheral Device Cables

B.3 Connecting a Peripheral Cable to Asynchronous Port A
(DHW42-CA)
To connect a peripheral cable to asynchronous port A (DHW42-CA), refer to
Figure B–3 and perform the following steps:

" to the left.
2. Insert cable !.
3. Slide clip " to the right.
1. Slide clip

Figure B–3 Connecting a Peripheral Cable to Asynchronous Port A
(DHW42-CA)

2
A

3
2

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B–4 Connecting Peripheral Device Cables

Connecting Peripheral Device Cables

B.4 Connecting a Peripheral Cable to Synchronous Port 0
and 1, and to the Modem Port
To connect a peripheral cable to synchronous port 0 and 1, and to the modem
port, refer to Figure B–4 and perform the following steps:
1. Insert cable.
2. Screw clamping screws.
Figure B–4 Connecting a Peripheral Cable to Synchronous Port 0 and 1, and
to the Modem Port

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2

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Connecting Peripheral Device Cables B–5

Connecting Peripheral Device Cables

B.5 Connecting a Peripheral Cable to the Asynchronous
Modem Control Port
You can connect peripherals that use EIA-232 connectors to the asynchronous
modem control port (port 2) on the back of the system unit. Alternatively,
the supplied EIA-232 to DEC423 adapter (H8575-A) allows you to connect
peripherals that use DEC423 connectors. To connect a peripheral to the
asynchronous modem control port, refer to the following steps:
1. If you are connecting a peripheral using EIA-232 cables:
a. Set the ON/OFF switch on the peripheral to the OFF (O) position.
b. Connect the 25-pin D-sub connector of the peripheral cable to the
asynchronous modem control port.
c.

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

d. Connect the other end of the peripheral cable to the correct port on the
peripheral.
e.

Set the ON/OFF switch on the peripheral to the ON ( | ) position.

2. If you are connecting a peripheral using DEC423 cables:
a. Set the ON/OFF switch to the OFF (O) position.
b. Connect the 25-pin D-sub connector of the peripheral cable to the
asynchronous modem control port.
c.

Tighten the screws on each side of the adapter using a small
screwdriver.

d. Connect the EIA-232 to DEC423 adapter to the asynchronous cable.
e.

Connect the DEC423 cable to the the MMJ port on the adapter.

Connect the other end of the DEC423 cable to the correct port on the
peripheral.

g. Set the ON/OFF switch on the peripheral to the ON ( | ) position.
The following EIA-232 cable is available: 2T-BC22F-10. The peripheral you
are using may require a null-modem extension cable. See the peripheral
documentation or contact your local Digital Sales Representative for
information on the correct null-modem cable you would use.

B–6 Connecting Peripheral Device Cables

Connecting Peripheral Device Cables

B.6 Connecting Cables to SCSI Cable Ports
To connect the SCSI cable ports, refer to Figure B–5 and perform the following
steps:
1. Remove the SCSI terminator from the SCSI port
2. Insert cable

To disconnect the SCSI cables, reverse the steps in this procedure.
Figure B–5 SCSI Cable Ports

3
2

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Connecting Peripheral Device Cables B–7

Connecting Peripheral Device Cables

B.7 Connecting External DSSI Bus Cables to Internal DSSI
Bus Cable Ports
To connect the DSSI cable ports, refer to Figure B–6 and perform the following
steps:
1. Remove the DSSI terminators from the DSSI ports
2. Insert cable

" and tighten screws.

To disconnect the DSSI cables, reverse the steps in this procedure.
Figure B–6 DSSI Cable Ports

3
2

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B–8 Connecting Peripheral Device Cables

Connecting Peripheral Device Cables

B.8 Connecting Cables to Top Cover Cable Ports
The following sections describe connecting cables to the top cover Q–bus and
DSSI cable ports.

B.8.1 Connecting Q–bus Cable Ports
To connect the Q–bus cable ports, refer to Figure B–7 and perform the following
steps:

" to the left.
2. Insert cable !.
3. Slide clip " to the right.
1. Slide clip

To disconnect the Q–bus cables, reverse the steps in this procedure.
Figure B–7 Q–bus Cable Ports

Connecting Peripheral Device Cables B–9
1

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Connecting Peripheral Device Cables

B.8.2 Connecting External Bus DSSI Cables to External Bus DSSI
Cable Ports
To connect the DSSI cable ports, refer to Figure B–8 and perform the following
steps:
1. Remove the DSSI terminator from the DSSI port(s)
2. Insert cable(s)

" and tighten screws.

To disconnect the DSSI cables, reverse the steps in this procedure.
Figure B–8 DSSI Cable Ports

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B–10 Connecting Peripheral Device Cables

C
Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure
To upgrade the rackmount VAX 4000 Model 100 or 10xx single DSSI to an
RM 4000-10xx dual DSSI follow the procedure in this appendix. If you are
upgrading a VAX 4000-10xx model to an RM 4000-10xx, you must make
the conversion by following the procedure described in Chapter 1,
Step 3: Convert the VAX 4000-10xx to a RM 4000-10xx.
To upgrade a rackmount VAX 4000 Model 100 single DSSI to an RM 4000-100A
dual DSSI, you need the following kit:
•

2T-KFDDA-CF Single-to-Dual DSSI Upgrade Kit (see Figure C–1 for kit
contents)

To upgrade a rackmount VAX 4000 Model 100A/105A/106A single DSSI to
a rackmount VAX 4000 Model 100A/105A/106A dual DSSI, you need the
following kit:
•

2T-KFDDA-AF Single-to-Dual DSSI Upgrade Kit (see Figure C–2 for kit
contents)

Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure C–1

Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure

Figure C–1 2T-KFDDA-CF Single-to-Dual DSSI Field Installable Upgrade Kit
Contents

5
6

VAX 4000 Model 100A

QZ–004AA–FW

8
QA–001AA–UW

9
12

11
13
C–2 Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure
CS–10120

Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure

! Dual DSSI Card (Qty 1) (P/N 54-22444-01)
" Remote DSSI Bus Cable (Qty 1) (P/N 17-03778-01)
# Machine Screw 2.5 m (Qty 4) (P/N 90-10917-01)
$ DSSI Terminator (Qty 2) (P/N 12-29258-01)
% Alignment Pin (Qty 4) (P/N 12-30363-01)
& Washer (Qty 4) (P/N 90-08877-00)
' Medallion, VAX 4000-100A (Qty 1) (P/N 74-37642-31)
( Firmware Version 2.3 Upgrade Kit (Qty 1) (P/N QZ-004AA-FW) (refer to
packing slip for kit contents)

) VMS Upgrade Version 5.5.2H4 Kit (Qty 1) (P/N QA-001AA-UW) (refer to
packing slip for kit contents)

+> VAX 4000-10xx Documentation Kit (Qty 1) (P/N QA-00HAA-GZ) (refer to
packing slip for kit contents)

+? Rackmount Cover Assembly (P/N 70-30948-01)
+@ Caution Label (Qty 1) (P/N 36-24385-01)
+A Installation manual (Qty 1) (P/N EK-465RA-IN)

Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure C–3

Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure

Figure C–2 2T-KFDDA-AF Single-to-Dual DSSI Field Installable Upgrade Kit
Contents

! Dual DSSI Card (Qty 1) (P/N 54-22444-01)
" Remote DSSI Bus Cable4(Qty 1) (P/N 17-03778-01)
# Machine Screw 2.5 m (Qty 4) (P/N 90-10917-01)
$ DSSI Terminator (Qty 2) (P/N 12-29258-01)
% Alignment Pin (Qty 4) (P/N 12-30363-01)
5
& Washer (Qty 4) (P/N 90-08877-00)

2
6
3

C–4 Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure

CS–10090

Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure

1. Unpack and inspect all upgrade kits, and report any missing or damaged
items to your local Digital sales representative.
2. Ensure the customer has backed up all data and shut down the system.
3. If required, install Firmware Version 2.3 Upgrade Kit (P/N QZ-004AA-FW)
or a higher version per instructions included with the kit.
4. If required, install VMS Upgrade Version 5.5.2H4 (P/N QZ-001AA-UW) per
instructions included with the kit.
5. Access the unit by extending the system outside the cabinet as described in
Section 4.1.
6. Remove the enclosure cover as described in Section 4.3.
7. Refer to Figure C–3. Remove the upper and lower drive mounting shelves
together as a single unit (it is not necessary to disassemble the shelves
themselves). Unscrew all screws from the shelves; leave the captive screws
in position and save the Phillips screws
for reinstallation of the
shelves. Remove the internal power cables .

"
#

Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure C–5

Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure

Figure C–3 Disconnecting the Internal Power Cables

2
1

! Captive Screws (5)
" Phillips Screws (2)
# Internal Power Cables

C–6 Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure

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Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure

8. Disconnect the internal DSSI connectors from all drives mounted on the
shelves. It is not necessary to disconnect the power cable from each drive.
Figure C–4 shows one drive as an example.
Figure C–4 Disconnecting Internal DSSI Connectors

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9. Disconnect the internal SCSI cable from the backplane (see Figure C–5):
•

Release the memory module nearest the internal SCSI connector by
pressing the tabs on each end, and tip it backward .

•

Disconnect the internal SCSI cable
backplane.

" from its connector on the
#

10. Remove the shelves by sliding them forward
and lifting them up
and
away from the enclosure (see Figure C–5). Leave the memory module
tipped backward until the shelves are reinstalled.

Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure C–7

Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure

Figure C–5 Disconnecting the Internal SCSI Cable

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! Releasing the memory module and tipping it backward
" Internal SCSI cable
# Sliding shelves forward
$ Lifting shelves up

C–8 Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure

Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure

11. Refer to Figure C–6. Disconnect the DSSI cable from the DSSI connector
.

12. Remove the single DSSI card
by gently prying it loose from the
to compress the post so that
backplane connector . Use a standoff tool
the corner of the card can be lifted off of the standoff . Lift the card out
and place it on an antistatic mat.

Figure C–6 Removing the Single DSSI Card

4
3

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! DSSI Connector (P/N 17-03544-01 or 17-04189-01)
" Standoff removal tool
# Standoff
$ Backplane connector
% Single DSSI Card (P/N 54-21837-01)
Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure C–9

Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure

!
"

13. Refer to Figure C–7. Install the dual DSSI card
onto the backplane
so that it is positioned
connector . Align the new card on the standoffs
above the backplane connector, then gently seat it onto the connector and
the standoffs.

into the DSSI connector that is closest to
14. Connect the DSSI bus 1 cable
the front of the system (see Figure C–7).

15. Reconnect the DSSI bus 0 cable
into the DSSI connector that is closest
to the rear of the system (see Figure C–7).
16. Replace the shelves by reversing step 11d.
17. Connect the internal SCSI connector by reversing step 11c.
18. Connect the internal DSSI connectors from all drives mounted on the
shelves.
19. Connect the dc power cables by reversing step 11a.
20. Reinstall the enclosure cover by reversing the procedure in Section 4.3.
21. If necessary, install the caution label (P/N 36-24385-01) on the center of
new top cover bustle so that it can be read when facing the rear of the unit.

C–10 Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure

Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure

Figure C–7 Installing the Dual DSSI Card
4
5

2
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! Dual DSSI Card (P/N 54-22444-01)
" Standoff
# Backplane Connector
$ DSSI Connector (P/N 17-03544-01 or 17-04189-01)
% DSSI Connector (P/N 17-03778-01)

Single to Dual DSSI Upgrade Procedure C–11

D
Hardware Specifications
This appendix lists the hardware specifications of the following devices:
•

System unit

•

Internal SCSI device

•

KA52-AA CPU

•

KA53-AA CPU

•

KA54-AA CPU

•

Internal DSSI device

Hardware Specifications D–1

Hardware Specifications

D.1 System Unit Specifications
The following tables list the specifications for the rackmount VAX 4000 Model
100/100A/105A/106A.
Table D–1 System Specifications: RM 4000-10xx
Subject

Description

Processor

KA52 (NVAX) Model 100/100A
KA53 (NVAX) Model 105A
KA54 (NVAX) Model 106A

Boot and diagnostic firmware
ROM

512 KB.

DRAM memory

Expandable from 16 MB using one set of four 4 MB
SIMMs to a maximum of 128 MB using two sets
of four 16 MB SIMMs. These are MS44 memory
options.

Hard disk

RF35, RF36 and RF31T (the system supports a
maximum of three disk devices in the enclosure.)

Tape drive

TZ30, TZK10, TZK11, TLZ06, TLZ07.

Compact disc drive

RRD42/RRD43.

Terminals

Supports the VT series.

Interfaces

One or two DSSI buses, one synchronous SCSI
bus, one ThinWire Ethernet port1 , one standard
Ethernet port1 (thickwire), three MMJ ports,
one modem port. Optional: 8 or 16 additional
asynchronous DEC423 MMJ ports or 8 additional
synchronous modem ports, 2 synchronous ports.

Input voltage

Automatically adjusting ac input. Range: 100 Vac
to 120 Vac or 220 Vac to 240 Vac.

Maximum inrush current

2.0 amperes (A) at 220 Vac.

Maximum running current

2.2 A at 110 Vac, 1.1 A at 220 Vac.

Steady state current

2.2 A at 100 Vac, 1.1 A at 220 Vac.

Maximum power consumption

200 watts (W).

Frequency

49 Hz to 61 Hz.

1 Both Ethernet types cannot be used simultaneously.

D–2 Hardware Specifications

Hardware Specifications

Table D–2 System Unit Metrics
System Unit

Weight1
kg (lb)

Height
cm (in)

Width
cm (in)

Depth
cm (in)

System

18.0 (40.0)

17.78 (7.0)

46.35 (18.26)

38.74
(15.25)

System with
shelf

27 (60)

22.2 (8.75)

48.3 (19.0)

63.5 (25.0)

1 Depends on configuration

Table D–3 System Storage Conditions
Storage Condition

Range or Value

Temperature range

5°C to 50°C (41°F to 122°F)

Relative humidity

10% to 95% at 66°C (noncondensing)

Altitude

0 m to 2400 m (0 ft to 8000 ft)

Maximum wet bulb temperature

32°C (90°F)

Minimum dew point

2°C (36°F)

Hardware Specifications D–3

Hardware Specifications

Table D–4 System Operating Conditions and Nonoperating Conditions
Operating Conditions

Range or Value

Temperature range

10°C to 32°C (50°F to 90°F) with TZ30 tape drive;
otherwise 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 97°F)

Temperature change rate

11°C (20°F) per hour maximum

Relative humidity

10% to 90% noncondensing (20% to 80% if tape
device installed)

Altitude

2400 m (8000 ft) at 36°C (96°F)

Maximum wet bulb temperature

28°C (82°F)

Minimum dew point

2°C (36°F)

Nonoperating Conditions

Range or Value

Temperature range

-40°C to 66°C (-40°F to 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)

D–4 Hardware Specifications

Hardware Specifications

D.2 Internal DSSI Device Specifications
The following tables list the specifications for the internal DSSI devices.
Table D–5 Hard Disk Drive Specifications
Formatted Storage
Capacity

RF31T

RF35

RF36

Per Drive (MB)

381

852

1600

Blocks per track

54-108

Blocks per drive

744 534

1 664 628

3 125 408

Buffer size (KB)

512

Performance

RF31T

RF35

RF36

Transfer rate to or from
media (MB/second)

3.3

Data transfer rate (MB
/second)

4.0

5.0

Average seek time
(milliseconds)

5.5

9.5

9.7

Maximum seek time, full
stroke (milliseconds)

–

Average latency (milliseconds)

5.6

Average access (milliseconds)

11.1

15.1

15.3

Hardware Specifications D–5

Hardware Specifications

Table D–6 TZ30 Tape Drive Specifications
Subject

Description

Mode of operation

Streaming

Media

12.77 mm (0.5 in) unformatted magnetic tape

Bit density

2624 bits/cm (6667 bits/in)

Number of tracks

Transfer rate (at host)

62.5 Kb/s

Tape speed

190 cm/s (75 in/s)

Track format

Multiple track serpentine recording

Cartridge capacity

95 MB, formatted (approximate)

Table D–7 TZK10 QIC Tape Drive Specifications
Subject

Description

Mode of operation

Streaming

Media

DC6320, DC6525, or Digital approved equivalent.
See the VAX 4000 Model 10xx Operator Information
Manual

Track width: write

0.1778 mm +0.0000, -0.0127 mm (0.0070 in +0.000,
-0.0005 in)

Track width: read

0.1270 mm +0.0127, -0.0000 mm (0.0050 in +0.0005,
-0.0000 in)

Bit density

16 Kb/in

Number of tracks

Transfer rate

200 KB/s at average streaming mode, 1.5 MB/s at
SCSI maximum

Tape speed

305 cm/s (120 in/s)

Track format

Multiple track serpentine recording

Cartridge capacity

320 MB or 525 MB, formatted (approximate),
depending on the QIC tape used.

D–6 Hardware Specifications

Hardware Specifications

Table D–8 TZK11 QIC Tape Drive Specifications
Subject

Description

Mode of operation

Streaming

Media

DC9200, DC9200XL, or Digital approved
equivalent. See the VAX 4000 Model 105A/106A
Operator Information Manual

Track width: write

0.1778 mm ± 0.00038 mm (0.0070 in ± 0.00015 in)

Track width: read

0.0762 mm ± 0.00038mm (0.0030 in ± 0.00015 in)

Bit density

40,640 bits/in

Number of tracks

Transfer rate

300 KB/s at average streaming mode, 3 MB/s at
SCSI maximum

Tape speed

70.9 inches/sec with QIC-2GB cartridge

Track format

Multiple track serpentine recording

Cartridge capacity

2 GB or 2.5 GB, formatted (approximate),
depending on the QIC tape used.

Hardware Specifications D–7

Hardware Specifications

Table D–9 TLZ06 Cassette Tape Drive Specifications
Subject

Description

Mode of operation

Streaming and start/stop

Media

TLZ04-CA, TLZ06-CA, or Digital approved
equivalent. See the VAX 4000 Model 10xx Operator
Information Manual

Bit density

114 Mb/in

Transfer rate (sustained)

183 KB/s noncompression

Recording format

Digital Data Storage (DDS, DC)

Table D–10 TLZ07 Cassette Tape Drive Specifications
Subject

Description

Mode of operation

Streaming and start/stop

Media

TLZ04-CA, TLZ06-CA, TLZ07-CA, or Digital
approved equivalent. See the VAX 4000 Model
10xx Operator Information Manual

Bit density

114 Mb/in

Transfer rate (sustained)

400 KB/s noncompression

Recording format

Digital Data Storage (DDS, DC)

D–8 Hardware Specifications

Hardware Specifications

Table D–11 RRD42 Compact Disc Drive Specifications
Subject

Description

Acceptable discs

CD-ROM mode-1 data discs
CD-ROM mode-2 data discs

Disc capacity

600 MB

Rotation speed: innermost track

530 r/min at CLV = 1.4 m/s

Rotation speed: outermost track

200 r/min at CLV = 1.2 m/s

Sustained data transfer rate

150 KB/s

Burst data transfer rate

1.5 MB/s

Access time: full stroke

650 ms

Access time: average

380 ms

Table D–12 RRD43 Compact Disc Drive Specifications
Subject

Description

Acceptable discs

CD-ROM mode-1 data discs
CD-ROM mode-2 data discs

Disc capacity

600 MB

Rotation speed: innermost track

530 r/min at CLV = 1.4 m/s (Audio)
1060 r/min at CLV - 1.4 m/s (Data)

Rotation speed: outermost track

200 r/min at CLV = 1.2 m/s (Audio)
400 r/min at CLV = 1.2 m/s (Data)

Sustained data transfer rate

150 KB/s (Audio)
300 KB/s (Data)

Burst data transfer rate

1.5 MB/s (Audio)
4.2 MB/s (Data)

Access time: full stroke

650 ms (Audio)
1000 ms (Data)

Access time: average

380 ms (Audio)
250 ms (Data)

Hardware Specifications D–9

Hardware Specifications

KA52-AA CPU Specifications
The Model 10xx system uses the timesharing KA52-AA CPU (54-21797-01).
Central Processing Unit
Addressing modes

General register: 8
Program counter: 4
Index: 9

Clock rate

286 MHz (14 ns cycle)

Data path width

64 bits

Number of data types

Hardware: 9
Software emulated: 7

Number of instructions

Hardware: 242
Microcode assisted: 21
Software emulated: 41

General purpose registers

16 (32-bit wide)
Interval timer: 1 (programmable)
Programmable timers: 2

I/O bus interface

One Q22–bus interface with 8192 entry scatter
/gather map

Q–bus backplane termination

123 ohms

Memory Management and
Control
Page size

512 bytes

Virtual address space

4 GB

Physical memory space

128 MB

Number of memory sets

2 sets

Architecture
Instruction prefetch buffer size

16 bytes

Primary Cache
Data stored

Instruction and data

Write algorithm

Write-through

Size

8 KB

D–10 Hardware Specifications

Hardware Specifications

Architecture
Speed

14 nanoseconds (READ)

Associativity

Two-way

Backup Cache
Data stored

Instruction stream and data

Write algorithm

Write-back

Size

128 KB

Speed

42 nanoseconds

Associativity

Direct mapped

Translation buffer
Size

96 entry

Associativity

Fully associative

Q22–bus address translation
Q22–bus map cache
Size

16 entry

Associativity

Fully associative

Q22–bus I/O bus buffer size
Input

32 bytes

Output

4 bytes

Q22–bus Maximum I/O
bandwidth
Block mode DMA read

2.4 MB/second

Block mode DMA write

3.3 MB/second

Ethernet Port
Supported protocols

Ethernet V2.0 (IEEE 802.3)

Supported media types

Standard or ThinWire

Data path width

1 bit

Data rate

10 Mb/second

Buffer size
Transmit buffer

128 bytes

Receiver buffer

128 bytes

Hardware Specifications D–11

Hardware Specifications

Digital Storage System
Interconnect (DSSI)
Number of DSSI interfaces

1 (or 2 with KFDDA option)

Maximum number of supported
devices

7 (or 14 with KFDDA option)

Data path width

8 bits

Maximum bandwidth

4 MB/second

Maximum queue I/O rate

1200/second

Buffer size
Transmit buffer

256 bytes

Reciever buffer

256 bytes

Console Serial Lines
Interface standards

EIA RS-423-A/CCITT V.10 X.25
EIA RS-232-C/CCITT V.28
DEC-423

Data format

1 start bit, 8 data bits, 0 parity bits, 1 stop bit

Baud rates

300; 600; 1200; 2400; 4800; 9600; 19 200; 38 400

Ordering Information
Included as part of base system.
Operating System Support
VMS

Version 5.5.2H4

Diagnostic Support
MicroVAX Diagnostic Monitor

Release 137A and later

Self-tests

Yes