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MicroVAX 31 00
Model 85/95
Operator Information
Order Number: EK-A0717-OP. 801

June 1994

This guide describes how to operate the MicroVAX 3100 Model 85 and
Model 95 systems.

Revision Information:

Digital Equipment Corporation
Maynard, Massachusetts

This manual supersedes EK-A0717-0P. A01

June 1994
Digital Equipment Corporation makes no representations that the use of its products in the
manner described in this publication will not infringe on existing or future patent rights, nor do
the descriptions contained in this publication imply the granting of licenses to make, use, or sell
equipment or software in accordance with the description.
Possession, .use, or copying of the software described in this publication is authorized only pursuant
to a valid written license from Digital or an authorized sublicensor.

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.

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

1 MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95 Hardware
1.1

1.2
1.3

System Unit Description ......................... .
Terminal Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Unit Icons .............................. .

1-1

1-3
1-4

2 Internal System Devices
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.3.1
2.3.2
2.3.3
2.3.4
2.4
2.4.1
2.4.2
2.5
2.6
2.6.1
2.6.2
2.6.3
2.6.4

2.7
2.7.1

2.7.2
2.7.3

Accessing the Removable Media System Devices ....... .
KZDDA Adapter ................................ .
RRD43 Compact Disc Drive ....................... .
RRD43 Controls and LEDs .................... .
Inserting a Compact Disc into the RRD43 Disc
Drive ..................................... .
Removing the Disc from the RRD43 .............. .
Removing a Disc Manually .................... .
RX26 Diskette Drive ............................ .
Inserting a Diskette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing a Diskette ......................... .
RZ-Series Disk Drives ........................... .
TLZ06 and TLZ07 Cassette Tape Drive .............. .
Cassette Tape ............................... ' .
TLZ06 and TLZ07 Controls and LEDs ............ .
Inserting a Cassette Tape into the TLZ06 and
TLZ07 .................................... .
Removing a Cassette Tape from the TLZ06 and
TLZ07 .................................... .
TZ30 Tape Drive ............................... .
TZ30 Controls and LEDs ...................... .
Inserting and Using a Tape Cartridge ............ .
Removing a Tape Cartridge from the Drive ........ .

2-2
2-3
2-3
2-3
2-5
2-7
2-9
2-10
2-10
2-12
2-13

2-14
2-14
2-14

2-17

2-18
2-20
2-20
2-23
2-25
iii

2.8
TZKI0/ll QIC Tape Drive ........................ .
2.8.1
TZKI0/ll Controls and LEDs .................. .
2.8.2
QIC Tape ............... : .................. .
2.8.3
Inserting a QIC Tape into the TZKI0/ll .......... .
2.8.4
Removing a QIC Tape from the TZKI0/l1 ......... .
2.9
Cleaning Device Drive Heads ...................... .
2.10 System Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.11
SCSI Drive Utilities ........................ ; .... .
2.11.1
U sing the SCSI Drive Utilities .................. .
2.11.1.1
SCSI Drive Utilities Error Messages .......... .

2-27
2-27
2-27
2-29
2-31
2-33
2-34
2-34
2-34
2-36

3 Network Information
3.1
Selecting the Ethernet Type ....................... .
3.2
Connecting the System Unit to a Thin Wire Ethernet

3-2

3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
3.6.1
3.7
3.7.1
3.7.2

Network ...................................... .
Connecting the System Unit to a DECconnect
Faceplate ..................................... .
Connecting the System Unit to a Standard Ethernet
Network ...................................... .
Testing the Ethernet Installation ................... .
Completing the Ethernet Installation ............... .
If the Network Installation Fails ................ .
Removing the System Unit from a Network ........... .
Removing the System Unit from a ThinWire Ethernet
Cable ..................................... .
Removing the System Unit from a Standard Ethernet
Transceiver Cable ........................... .

4 Hardware Options
4.1
Internal Hardware Options ....................... .
4.2
External Hardware Options ....................... .
4.3
Connecting a SCSI Expansion Box .................. .
4.3.1
Guidelines for Connecting Expansion Boxes ....... .
4.3.2
Selecting Available SCSI IDs on the System ....... .
4.3.3
Setting the SCSI ID of Devices in the Expansion
4.3.4
4.3.5
4.3.6
4.4
4.4.1
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Box ....................................... .
Preparing the System Unit for an Expansion Box ... .
Connecting the SCSI Expansion Box ............. .
Checking Expansion Box Connections ............ .
Connecting Peripherals .......................... .
Connecting Peripherals to a DEC423 MMJ Port .... .

3-4

3-6
3-8

3-10
3-11
3-11
3-12
3-12
3-14

4-2
4-6
4-6

4-7
4-8

4-9
4-10
4-12
4-14
4-15
4-16

4.4.2
4.4.3
4.4.4

Connecting a Peripheral to the Asynchronous Modem
Control Port ................................ .
Connecting Peripherals to an Optional Asynchronous
Port ...................................... .
Connecting Peripherals to an Optional Synchronous
Port ...................................... .

4-18
4-22
4-26

A Related Documents
B Removable Storage Media
B.1
B.1.1
B.1.2
B.1.3
B.2
B.2.1
B.2.2
B.3
B.3.1
B.3.2
B.4
B.4.1

B.5

Tape Cartridges ................................ .
Labeling a Tape Cartridge ..................... .
Writing to and Write-Protecting Tape Cartridges .... .
Handling and Storing Tape Cartridges ........... .
Quarter-Inch Cartridge (QIC) Tapes ................ .
Guidelines for Using QIC Tapes ................. .
Setting the QIC Tape Write-Protect Switch ........ .
Cassette Tapes (DAT) ............................ .
Guidelines for Using Cassette Tapes ............. .
Setting the Cassette Tape Write-Protect Switch ..... .
Diskettes . . . . . ; . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..
Writing to and Write-Protecting Diskettes ......... .
Compact Discs ................................. .

B-1
B-2
B-3
B-4
B-6

B-7
B-8

B-9
B-1 0
8-10
8-12
8-12
8-14

Glossary
Index
Figures
1-1
1-2

2-1
2-2

2-3
2-4

2-5
2-6

MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95 Ports, Controls, and
LEDs ..................................... .
System Unit Icon s ........................... .
Opening Media Access Cover ................... .
RRD43 Compact Disc Drive Front Panel .......... .
Inserting a Disc in to the RRD43 ................ .
Removing a Disc from the RRD43 ............... .
Removing a Disc Manually .................... .
Inserting a Diskette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .

1-2
1-4
2-2
2-4
2-6
2--8

2-9
2-11
v

2-7
2-8
2-9
2-10
2-11
2-12
2-13
2-14
2-15
2-16
3-1
3-2
3-3
3-4

3-5
3-6

3-7
4-1
4-2
4-3
4-4

4-5
4-6

4-7
4-8

4-9
8-1
vi

Removing a Diskette from an RX26 Drive ......... .
TLZ06 and TLZ07 Unload Button and LEDs ....... .
Inserting a Cassette Tape into the TLZ06 and TLZ07
Tape Drive ................................. .
Removing a Cassette Tape from the TLZ06 and TLZ07
Tape Drive ................................. .
TZ30 Tape Drive Controls and LEDs ............. .
Inserting a Tape Cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ~ .
Removing a Tape Cartridge .................... .
TZKI0/ll Eject Button and LED ................ .
Inserting a QIC Tape ......................... .
Removing a QIC Tape ........................ .
Network Select Switch Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting the Thin Wire Ethernet Cable to the
T-Connector ................................ .
Connecting the Thin Wire Ethernet Cable to the
System Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting the System Unit to a DECconnect
Faceplate .................................. .
Connecting a Transceiver Cable ................. .
Disconnecting the System Unit from a ThinWire
Ethernet Cable .............................. .
Disconnecting the System Unit from a Transceiver
Cable ..................................... .
Placement of Memory Module Sets in the Memory
Backplane ................................. .
Removing the SCSI Terminator (Port A Shown) .... .
Connecting the SCSI Cable (Port A Shown) ........ .
Connecting a Peripheral to MMJ Port 1 .......... .
Connecting a Peripheral to the Asynchronous Modern
Control Port ................................ .
Connecting a Peripheral to the Asynchronous
Modem Control Port Using an EIA-232 to DEC423
Adapter ................................... .
Connecting a Peripheral to Asynchronous Port A ... .
Connecting a Peripheral to Asynchronous Port A
(DHW42-CA) ............................... .
Connecting a Peripheral to Synchronous Port O..... .
CompacTape Cartridge ........................ .

2-12
2-16
2-17
2-19
2-21
2-24
2-26
2-28
2-30
2-32
3-3
3-4

3-5
3-7
3-9
3-13
3-15
4-3
4-11
4-13
4-17
4-19
4-21
4-23
4-25.
4-27
B-2

B-2
B-3
B-4

B-5
B-6

Write-Protect Switch Positions .................. .
QIC Tape .................................. .
Cassette Tape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cassette Tape Write-Protect Switch Positions ...... .
Write-Protect Switch Positions .................. .

B-5
B-7
B-9
B-11
B-13

Tables
1-1
2-1
2-2
2-3
2-4
2-5
4-1
4-2
4-3

B-1
B-2
B-3

Terminal Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RZ-Series Drives ......................... ... .
TLZ06 and TLZ07 LED Functions ............... .
TZ30 Controls .............................. .
TZ30 LEDs ................................. .
TZKI0/ll Eject Button and LED Functions ........ .
Capacity of Memory Modules ................... .
Interface Standards and Cable Part Numbers ...... .
Devices and Priorities Associated with SCSI IDs .... .
Initialized Cartridge Compatibility .............. .
QIC Tape Cartridges ......................... .
Cartridge Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

1-4

2-13
2-14
2-22
2-22
2-27
4-2
4-4
4-9
8-2

B-6
B-9

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Preface
This manual describes how to operate the MicroVAXTM 3100 Model 85 and Model
95. It also contains information on using software storage devices, connecting the
system to a network, and connecting hardware options to the system.

Audience
This manual is intended for anyone using a MicroVAX 3100 Model 85 or Model
95. It is written for both experienced and inexperienced users.

Structure of This Manual
This manual is divided into four chapters, two appendixes, a glossary, and an
index:
•

Chapter 1 describes the Model 85/95 system unit.

•

Chapter 2 describes how to use the software storage and loading devices that
are internal to the system.

•

Chapter 3 describes how to connect the system to a network.

•

Chapter 4 describes how to connect hardware options to the system.

•

Appendix A gives the list of associated and related documents.

•

Appendix B describes how to handle and care for removable software storage
media.

•

The glossary defines some of the technical terms used in this manual.

Additional Information
See Appendix A for the list of related documents.

Conventions
The following conventions are used in this manual:
Convention

Description

MONOSPACE type

'!ext displayed on the screen is shown in monospace type.

italic type

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

nr: nnn. nnr. nn

A space character separates digits in numerals with 5 or more
digits. For example, 10 000 equals ten thousand.

n.nn

A period in numerals signals the decimal point indicator. For
example, 1.75 equals one and three-fourths.

UPPERCASE

Words in uppercase indicate a command.

A lowercase italic n indicates the generic use of a number. For
example, 19nn indicates a 4-digit number in which the last 2
digits are unknown.

Note

A note contains information of special importance to the reader.

Caution

A caution contains information to prevent damage to the
equipment.

1
MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95 Hardware
This chapter describes the MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95 system unit. It describes
the following:
•

Model 85/95 system unit

•

Terminal settings

•

System unit icons

1.1 System Unit Description
Figure 1-1 shows the MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95 ports, controls, and LEDs.

MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95 Hardware 1-1

Figure 1-1 MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95 pons, Controls, and LEOs

MLO-012036

o Peel-off' label covering Modified Modular Jack (MMJ) Ports 0 and 1. These
are the ports to which you can connect a user terminal, printer or other device
that uses asynchronous DEC423 data-line-only ports .
•

MMJ port 3; the only console port.

e Asynchronous Modem Control Port (Port 2)-This is the port at which you
can connect a modern, terminal, printer, or other devices that use EIA-232
ports to the system unit.

e Halt Button-This button halts the operating system and returns the system
to console mode.
•

BreaklEnable Switch and LED-When the break/enable switch is in the up
position, you can halt the system by pressing the break key on the console
terminal keyboard. When the break/enable switch is in the down position,
you must use the halt button to halt the system.

1-2 MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95 Hardware

The LED indicates the position of the switch as follows:
On when the break/enable switch is in the up position.
Off when the break/enable switch is in the down position.
•

Diagnostic LEDs-The diagnostic LEDs (status LED display) indicate system
and test status, and error conditions.

•

Standard Ethernet Port-This is the port to which standard Ethernet
connects to the system unit.

e Network Select Switch-This switch selects either ThinWire™ or standard
Ethernet connection.
The system uses standard Ethernet when the network select switch is in the
left position. The system uses ThinWire Ethernet when the network select
switch is in the right position.

eD ThinWire Ethernet Port-This is the port to which ThinWire Ethernet
connects to the system unit.
•

System ac Power Cable and Port-This is the port through which ac power
from the power source reaches the system unit.

•

On/Off Switch-This switch turns the system unit on or off. To turn the
system on, set the on/off switch to the on ( I ) position. To turn the system off,
set the on/off switch to the off (0) position.

•

SCSI Ports-These are the ports to which external small computer system
interface (SCSI) storage devices connect to the system unit. A SCSI
terminator is installed in these ports during shipment. A single SCSI
port is standard in the MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95 system; the second
(upper) port is optional.

1.2 Terminal Settings
Terminals must have the following settings to communicate with the system unit.
See the terminal documentation for more information on setting up the terminal.

Micro VAX 3100 Model 85/95 Hardware 1-3

Table 1-1 Terminal Settings
Feature

Setting

Tenninal

VTnnn

Transmi t speed

9600 baud

Receive speed

receive = transmit

Character format

8 bits, no parity

Stop bits

Comml port

DEC-423 (data-Ieads-only)

1.3 System Unit Icons
Figure 1-2 shows the icons used on the system unit. A description of each icon
follows the figure.
Figure 1-2 System Unit Icons

---+
.-

+--

I1+

---+
.0

1-4 MicroVAX 3100 Model 85195 Hardware

GA_ENOO191A_92A

o This icon indicates optional asynchronous communications port A A similar
icon indicates the optional asynchronous communications port B.
•

This icon indicates optional synchronous communications port O. A similar
icon indicates the optional asynchronous communications port l.

e This icon identifies the SCSI port~
•

This icon identifies a DEC423 MMJ port o. Similar icons indicate MMJ ports
1 and 3.

., This icon identifies the asynchronous modern control port (port 2).
•

This icon identifies the halt button.

•

This icon identifies the status LED display.

•

This icon identifies the standard Ethernet port, the network select switch,
and the ThinWire Ethernet port.

o This icon identifies controls and terminals intended for mainly monochrome
video signals.

MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95 Hardware 1-5

2
Internal System Devices
This chapter describes how to access and operate the internal devices that are
options of the system. The system can contain the following optional devices:
•

KZDDA adapter for second SCSI bus

•

RRD43 compact disc drive

•

RX26 diskette drive

•

RZ-series hard disk drives

•

TLZ06 and TLZ07 cassette tape drives

•

TZ30 tape drive

•

TZKI0/ll quarter-inch cartridge (QIC) tape drive

This chapter also gives information on the following:
•

Accessing removable media devices

•

Cleaning device drive heads

•

System disk

•

SCSI drive utilities
Note __________________________

Appendix B contains information on the care and handling of the media
types for each of the removable media devices. It also gives information
on setting the write-protect switches on the diskettes and tapes.

Internal System Devices 2-1

2.1 Accessing the Removable Media System Devices
To access the system devices, follow these steps:
1.

Position the system unit so that the front of it is facing you.

Open the cover by pushing it and then releasing it (Figure 2-1).

Close the cover when you are not using the system devices.

Figure 2-1 Opening Media Access COver

2-2 Internal System Devices

2.2 KZDDA Adapter
The KZDDA adapter is an option that allows you to add a second SCSI bus to the
system. It provides support for seven mass storage devices that are installed in
an expansion box. Chapter 4 contains information about connecting an expansion
box to the system.

2.3 RRD43 Compact Disc Drive
The RRD43 compact disc drive is a read-only device that can read information
from industry standard 600 Mbyte compact discs. The compact disc inserts
directly into the drive.

2.3.1 RR043 Controls and LEOs
The front panel of the RRD43 compact disc drive contains the disc tray and has
an eject button, a busy LED, and a manual eject hole. Figure 2-2 shows the front
panel of the RRD43 compact disc drive.

Internal System Devices 2-3

Figure 2-2 RRD43 Compact Disc Drive Front Panel

i
!

{

i'--i

!~I

.. ~

o Disc tray.
•

1~1'f

..•
\

MLO-012261

Volume control and headphone socket-not used .

.. Busy LED-This LED turns on when data is read from the disc. It flashes
during seek operations.
•

Eject button-Press this button to eject the disc tray from the RRD43 .

., Manual eject hole-Use the manual eject hole to manually eject the disc tray
if a power failure occurs (see Section 2.3.4).

2-4 Internal System Devices

2.3.2 Inserting a Compact Disc into the RRD43 Disc Drive
To insert a disc in the RRD43, see Figure 2-3 and follow these steps:
1.

Press the eject button to release the disc tray.

2. The tray ejects part way out; pull the tray out to its full extension.
3. Pick up the disc by the edges, taking care not to touch the bottom (unlabeled)
part of the disc. Set the disc into the tray with the disc label facing upward.
4.

Push the disc tray back into the RRD43 until it is completely inserted and
latched.

The busy LED stays on for a few seconds. When the busy LED goes off, the
RRD43 can receive commands and you can read data from the compact disc.
If the disc is upside-down, improperly inserted in the tray, or if other conditions
prevent the RRD43 from reading the disc, the busy LED blinks, then stays on
steadily.

Internal System Devices 2-5

Figure 2-3 Insening a Disc into the RRD43

•

8 Eject button
•

Disc (hold by the side edge and set into place in the disc tray)

•

Disc tray (push in)

•

Busy LED

2-6 Internal System Devices

MLD-012262

2.3.3 Removing the Disc from the RRD43
To remove a disc from the RRD43, see Figure 2-4 and follow these steps:
1.

Press the eject button to release the disc tray.

2. The tray ejects part way out; pull the tray out to its full extension.
3. Remove the disc from the tray; pick up the disc by the edges, taking care not
to touch the bottom (unlabeled) part of the disc.
4.

Push the disc tray back into the RRD43 until it is completely inserted and
latched.

Internal System Devices 2-7

Figure 2-4 Removing a Disc from the RRD43

•

MLO-012263

•

Eject button

Disc (hold by the side edge and remove from the disc tray)

8) Disc tray (push in)

Internal System Devices

2.3.4 Removing a Disc Manually
To remove a disc manually from the RRD43, in the event of a power failure for
example, set the on/off switch on the system unit to the off (0) position, then see
Figure 2-5 and follow these steps:
1. Insert a straightened large paper clip or metal rod, 1.2 millimeters (0.047
inches) in diameter and not less than 35 mm (1.38 in.) long, into the
emergency eject hole and push the clip or rod in until the disc tray disengages.
2. Pull the tray out to its full extension.
3. Remove the disc from the tray; pick up the disc by the edges, taking care not
to touch the bottom (unlabeled) part of the disc.
4. Push the disc tray back into the RRD43 until it is completely inserted and
latched.
Figure 2-5 Removing a Disc Manually

MLO-012264

•

Large paper clip-Insert the paper clip 35 mm (1.38 in.) into the manual
eject hole.

Internal System Devices 2-9

2.4 RX26 Diskette Drive
The RX26 diskette drive allows you to read information from and write
information to 3.5-inch removable diskettes. You can use high-density (HD)
or extra-density (ED) diskettes.
The RX26 diskette drive can read from and write data to HD diskettes that have
been formatted by an RX23 diskette drive. However, the ED diskettes used by
the RX26 diskette drive cannot be used by the RX23 diskette drive. Appendix B
contains information about both types of diskette.

____________________________________________________________ Cam ion _______________________
N ever remove a diskette while the diskette drive is performing a function.
When the diskette drive is performing a function, the activity LED either
stays on or flashes, depending on the function.

2.4.1 Inserting a Diskette
To insert a diskette into the RX26 diskette drive, slide the diskette into the drive
(see Figure 2-6). The diskette slides in and drops down to its load position.

2-10 Internal System Devices

Figure 2-6 Inserting a Diskette

•

Diskette

Internal Syste m Devices 2-11

2.4.2 Removing a Diskette
You must dismount the diskette drive before removing a diskette. For information
on dismounting a diskette, see the software documentation.
To remove a diskette from the diskette drive, press the eject button on the front
of the diskette drive (Figure 2-7). Remove the diskette when it extends slightly
from the diskette slot.
Figure 2-7 Removing a Diskette from an RX26 Drive

e----~~
e---~~-~~

•

Activity LED

.. Eject Button

2-12 Internal System Devices

2.5 RZ-Series Disk Drives
The RZ-series disk drives are 3.5-inch high performance devices that store data
on thin-film rigid media disks. The storage medium in the disk drive is fixed (not
operator removable).
Table 2-11ists the drives that can be installed in the MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95
system.
Table 2-1 RZ-Serles Drives
Drive

Capacity

RZ23L

121 Mbyte

RZ24

209 Mbyte

RZ24L

245 Mbyte

RZ25
RZ25L

426 Mbyte

RZ26

1.05 Gbyte

RZ26B

1.05 Gbyte

RZ26L

1.05 Gbyte

RZ28

2.10 Gbyte

RZ28B

2.15 Gbyte

535 Mbyte

See MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95 Customer Technical Information or MicroVAX
3100 Platform Options for more information about the RZ-series disk drives.

Internal System Devices 2-13

2.6 TLZ06 and TLZ07 Cassette Tape Drive
The TLZ06 and TLZ07 cassette tape drive is a streaming tape drive that uses 4
millimeter (mm) tape. You can use it for archival, data storage and retrieval, and
data collection purposes. The TLZ06 and TLZ07 tape drive design incorporates
both digital data storage (DDS) and digital audio tape (DAT) technologies.

2.6.1 Cassette Tape
You can use several types of cassette tape with the TLZ06 and TLZ07 cassette
tape drive. Appendix B lists the types of tape that you can use. It also includes
information on the care and handling of these tapes.

2.6.2 TLZ06 and TLZ07 Controls and LEOs
The TLZ06 and TLZ07 cassette tape drive has two LEDs (amber and green) and
an unload button. Figure 2-8 shows the positions of the LEDs and the unload
button. The unload button ejects the cassette tape from the TLZ06 and TLZ07
cassette tape drive. Table 2-2 lists the functions of the LEDs.
Table 2-2 TLZ06 and TlZ07 LED Functions
Status

Write-Protect LED

Tapel Activity LED

No tape loaded

Off

Tape loaded and write
enabled

Off

Tape loaded and write
protected

No drive activity

Signals the cassette's
write-protect status

Dri ve activity

Signals the cassette's
write-protect status

Blinks

Loading a tape

Off at first, then signals
the cassette's write-protect
status

Flashes dimly, then stays on

Unloading a tape

Signals the cassette's
write-protect status, then
goes off

Flashes dimly, then goes off. It
then signals the drive activity.
(continued on next page)

2-14 Internal System Devices

Table 2-2 (Cont.) TLZ06 and TLZ07 LED Functions
Status

Write-Protect LED

Tape/Activity LED

Reset sequence

Flashes synchronously
with the tape/activity
LED, then signals the
cassette's write-protect
status

Flashes synchronously with the
write-protect LED, then signals
the drive activity

Power-up tests and selftests

Flashes, then signals the
cassette's write-protect
status

Flashes, then signals the drive
activity

Extended self-tests

Signals the cassette's
write-protect status

Flashes (1 to 4 minutes), then
signals the drive activity

Test fail ures

Flashes

Internal System Devices 2-15

Figure 2-8 TLZ06 and TLZ07 Unload Button and LEOs

•

Write-Protect LED

.. Tape!Activity LED
•

Unload Button

2-16 Internal System Devices

2.6.3 Inserting a Cassette Tape into the TLZ06 and TLZ07
To insert a cassette tape into the TLZ06 and TLZ07, slide the tape in until the
TLZ06 or TLZ07 draws the tape inside. Figure 2-9 shows the correct orientation
of the tape as you insert it.
When you insert the tape correctly, the tape/activity LED flashes dimly and then
stays on. You can now send operating system commands to the TLZ06 or TLZ07
cassette tape drive. If both LEDs continue to flash, see the MicroVAX 3100 Model
85/95 Troubleshooting and Diagnostic Information manual.
Figure 2-9 Inserting a Cassette Tape into the TLZ06 and TLZ07 Tape Drive

Internal System Devices 2-17

2.6.4 Removing a Cassette Tape from the TLZ06 and TLZ07
To remove a cassette tape from the TLZ06 or TLZ07, follow these steps:
1.

Dismount the cassette tape by entering the commands from the operating
system.
Before you go to step 2, wait until the tape/activity LED stops flashing and
stays on.

Press the eject button (see Figure 2-10).

3. Remove the cassette tape.

2-18 Internal System Devices

Figure 2-10 Removing a

cassette Tape from the TLZ06 and TLZ07 Tape Drive

Internal System 0 eVlces
.
2-19

2.7 TZ30 Tape Drive
The TZ30 uses CompacTape™ or CompacTape II cartridges that contain magnetic
tape on a single reel. When you insert the tape cartridge into the drive and load
it, the tape is automatically threaded onto a take-up reel inside the drive.

2.7.1 TZ30 Controls and LEOs
Figure 2-11 shows the location of the controls and LEDs on the TZ30 tape drive.
Table 2-3 explains the functions of the TZ30 controls. Table 2-4 explains the
functions of the TZ30 LEDs and beeper.

2-20 Internal System Devices

Figure 2-11 TZ30 Tape Drive Controls and LEOs

e
e

•

Operate Lever

nte-Prote t L
4&
c ED (Red)
• Ta'
W'

.. 0 pe-ln-Use LED (Yellow)
perate-Lever LE
• Unload B
D (Green)
utton

Internal System 0 eVlces
.
2-21

Table 2-3 TZ30 Controls
Control

Function

Unload button

The unload button rewinds and disengages the tape from the
take-up reel inside the TZ30. The tape must be completely
rewound and unloaded into the tape cartridge before you can
remove the tape cartridge from the drive. The tape is fully
unloaded when the operate lever LED is on.

Operate lever l

Use the operate lever to lock or unlock a tape cartridge. 1b
insert a tape cartridge, the operate lever must be in the unlock
position. Once you insert a tape cartridge and the green LED
is on, move the operate lever to the lock position. 1b eject the
tape cartridge from the drive, (only when the green LED is on
or flashing, and after the beeper sounds momentarily), move
the operate lever to the unlock position.

1 When using the operate lever, slide it completely to the lock or unlock position before beginning the
next operation.

Table 2-4 TZ30 LEOs
LED

State

Condition

Operate-lever LED

Safe to use the operate lever.

Off

Do not use the operate lever.

Flashing

The drive has detected a tape
cartridge or calibration error.

Flashing

Tape in use.

Tape loaded and ready to use.

Write-protect LED

Tape is write-protected.

Off

Tape is write-enabled.

All three LEDs

The power-up diagnostic test is in
progress.

All three LEDs

Flashing

Drive fault.

Beeper

One beep

The TZ30 beeps once when you
turn on the system unit.

'!\vo beeps

Indicate that the tape is unloaded
and you can remove it from the
drive.

Tape-in-use LED

2-22 Internal System Devices

2.7.2 Inserting and Using a Tape Cartridge
To insert a tape cartridge, follow these steps:
1. Slide the operate lever to the unlock position.
2. Insert the tape cartridge following these rules:
•

If you insert the tape cartridge more than half-way into the drive, you
must insert the tape cartridge fully.

•

If you want to use another tape cartridge, insert the tape cartridge fully,
unload the tape cartridge, and then remove it.

•

If you cannot insert the tape cartridge into the TZ30, move the operate
lever to the lock position. Then move the operate lever to the unlock
position and reinsert the tape cartridge.

•

Do not push the tape cartridge into the TZ30 while moving the operate
lever between the lock and unlock positions. If you do so, the TZ30
interprets this action as an insertion of the tape cartridge.
The green LED turns on.
3. Move the operate lever to the lock position to lock the tape cartridge in the
drive.
The green LED turns off, and the yellow LED starts to flash, indicating that
the tape is loading. When you load the tape and it is ready for use, the yellow
LED stays on. When the yellow LED stays on and the green LED stays off,
the tape is ready to use.
See the MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95 Troubleshooting and Diagnostic Information
manual if errors occur while you are using the TZ30 tape drive.

Internal System Devices 2-23

Figure 2-12 Insertmg
a Tape cartridge
·

8----1!7"'.::::

o Operate Lever

2-24 Internal System Devices

2.7.3 Removing a Tape Cartridge from the Drive
To remove a tape cartridge, follow these steps:

caution ____________

•

The tape must fully rewind before you can remove the tape cartridge
from the tape drive.

•

Remove the tape cartridge from the drive before setting the on/off
switch on the system unit to the off (0) position.

Press the unload button (see Figure 2-13) or enter the appropriate system
software command.
The yellow LED flashes as the tape rewinds. Once the tape rewinds
completely, the beeper sounds twice and the green LED turns on.

2. Move the operate lever to the unlock position.
3. Remove the tape cartridge from the tape drive after it ejects.

Internal System Devices 2-25

Figure 2-13 Removing a Tape cartridge

o Unload Button

2-26 Internal System Devices

2.8 TZK10/11 Qle Tape Drive
The TZKI0 and TZKll QIC tape drives are a quarter-inch cartridge, streaming
tape drives. They can be used for archival, data storage and retrieval, and data
collection purposes.

2.8.1 lZK10/11 Controls and LEOs
The TZKI0/ll QIC tape drive has one dual-color LED (green and amber) and an
eject button. Figure 2-14 shows the positions of the LED and the eject button.
Table 2-5 lists the functions of the LED and the eject button.
Table 2-5 TZK10/11 Eject Button and LED Functions
Item

State

Unlocks the door and partially ejects the QIC tape
from the drive.

Eject button

LED

Function

Off

'fupe is not present or the tape is present, but it has
been dismounted by the software.

Stays green

'fupe is loaded.

Flashes green

'fupe is in motion.

Stays amber

A fault has occurred.

2.8.2 QIC Tape
You can use several types of QIC tape with the TZK10/11 QIC tape drive.
Appendix B lists the types of tape that you can use. It also includes information
on the care and handling of these tapes.

Internal System Devices 2-27

Figure 2-14 TZK10/11 Eject Button and LED

•

Dual-Color LED

.. Eject Button

2-28 Internal System Devices

2.8.3 Inserting a Qle Tape into the TZK10/11
To insert a QIC tape into the TZK10/11 drive, follow these steps:

1. Press the eject button to open the door on the front of the TZK10111 (see
Figure 2-15). The door partially opens.
2.

Open the door fully.

3. Insert the QIC tape into the TZK10/11. Figure 2-15 shows the correct
orientation of the tape as you insert it. Slide the tape in until you feel
resistance.
4.

Close the door.

When you insert the tape correctly, the LED turns green, then flashes green while
the TZK10/11 makes several whirring sounds. When the sounds stop, the LED
stays green. Operating system commands can now be sent to the TZK10/11 QIC
tape drive.
If the LED turns amber, see the MicroVAX 3100 Model 85195 Troubleshooting
and Diagnostic Information manual.

Internal System Devices 2-29

Figure 2-15 Inserting a QIC Tape

2-30 Internal System Devices

2.8.4 Removing a Qle Tape from the TZK10/11
To remove a QIC tape from the TZK10111, follow these steps:
1. Dismount the QIC tape from the operating system.

Before you go to step 2, wait until the tape stops moving (the TZK10/11 stops
whirring) and the LED stops flashing green and stays green.
2. Press the eject button (see Figure 2-16).
3. Open the door fully and remove the tape.
4. Close the door.

Internal System Devices 2-31

Figure 2-16 Removing a Qle Tape

2-32 Internal System Devices

2.9 Cleaning Device Drive Heads
This section describes the cleaning recommendations for the drive heads of the
following deVices:
•

TZ30 tape drive

•

TZKI0 QIC tape drive

•

TLZ06 and TLZ07 cassette tape drives

•

RX26 diskette drive

The heads are the components of the drives that read data from and write data
to the media. Digital recommends that, when cleaning the heads, you use the
following Digital-supplied cleaning kits:
•

TZ30-U se the TKXX-HC head cleaning kit.

•

TZKI0/II-U se the TZKlX-HA head cleaning kit.

•

TLZ06/07 -Use the TLZ04-HA head cleaning kit.

•

RX26-U se the RXA3K-HC head cleaning kit.

To clean the heads, follow the instructions supplied with the cleaning kit.
Digital recommends that you clean the heads of the RX26, TZ30, and TZKI0/ll
drives after approximately 8 hours of use. Digital recommends that you clean the
heads of the TLZ06/07 drive every 2 weeks, or after 50 hours of use. You should
also clean the drive heads if you encounter problems reading or writing data. The'
following factors affect the cleaning interval:
•

Frequency of use

•

Quality of the tape

•

Quality of the environment

Internal System Devices 2-33

2.10 System Disk
The system unit contains at least one hard disk. You cannot physically access
the hard disk. This hard disk, called the system disk, holds the factory installed
software (FIS). FIS is an OpenVMSTM operating system, which is installed before
the system is shipped. However, you can use an operating system stored in a
different location if you prefer. See the Open VMS Factory Installed Software User
Information document for more information on using OpenVMS FIS.

2.11 SCSI Drive Utilities
The MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95 firmware provides SCSI drive utilities that you
can use to perform the following:
•

Write a diagnostic key to a diskette
This utility is only for the use of Digital services.

•

Write a diagnostic key to a tape
This utility is only for the use of Digital services.

•

Erase the data contained on a hard disk
This utility enables you to erase all the data contained on a hard disk. Use
this utility with caution because you cannot recover data when you erase it.

•

Format a diskette
This utility enables you to format a diskette from the system console. Usually,
you use operating system commands to format a diskette.

•

Verify the data contained on a hard disk
This utility allows you to verify the integrity of the data contained on a hard
disk. It does not destroy the data on the hard disk.

2.11.1 Using the SCSI Drive Utilities
You can use the same procedure to run all the utilities. This section uses the disk
erase utility as an example. To run a SCSI drive utility, follow these steps:
1.

Enter either of the following commands to display the SCSI Drive Utilities
menu:
>>> TEST El

For SCSI port A

or
»> TEST Fl

For SCSI port B

2-34 Internal System Devices

The system displays the following menu:
1 - SCSI-flp key
2 - SCSI-tP Kev
3 S:S:-h~-ds~ eras
4 - S:S:-::p :m:
5 - SCS:-dsk=vfy
SCSI utL»>

Enter the number of the utility that you want to run, as follows:
SCSI u:':"l»> 3

Entering the number 3 runs the disk erase utility.
3.

Enter the SCSI ID of the device on which you want to run the utility in
response to the following prompt:
SCS:_id(O-7»» 1

SCSI ID 1 represents a user disk.
4.

Enter the logical unit number of the SCSI bus in response to the following
prompt:

On MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95 systems, the logical unit number is always o.
The system displays a message similar to the following when it is working
successfully:
~:3:

~:.

- DS::- ERJ..5 - UT~~

The system prompts you to confirm that the disk is online and that you want
to erase the contents of your hard disk. The following question is displayed:
DK.:.1 CJ C~; ?

Enter OK to erase the contents of your hard disk.

Internal System Devices 2-35

When the contents of your hard disk have been erased, a message similar to the
following is displayed:
#############¥###########
SCSI_bb_rep~

scs: utL S1..:CC
»>
2.11.1.1 SCSI Drive Utilities Error Messages

If the system displays an error message, follow these steps:
1.

If you are running the utility on a removable media device, for example, a
diskette or a tape drive, check that the media is loaded correctly into the
drive.

2. Repeat the procedure in Section 2.11.1 to run a SCSI drive utility making
sure that you are using the correct SCSI ID and logical unit number.
3. If the utility continues to fail, see the MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95
Troubleshooting and Diagnostic Information manual.

2-36 Internal System Devices

3
Network Information
This chapter describes how to connect the system unit to a network and how to
disconnect it from a network. It includes information on the following:
•

Selecting the Ethernet type

•

Connecting the system unit to a ThinWire Ethernet network

•

Connecting the system unit to a standard Ethernet network

•

Connecting the system unit to a DECconnect™ faceplate

•

Testing the Ethernet installation

•

Completing the Ethernet installation

•

Removing the system unit from a network

This chapter may contain some terms that are unfamiliar to you. These terms
are defined in the glossary.
If you have never connected a computer to an Ethernet network, you may need
help from a system manager or a network coordinator. If a system manager or
network coordinator is not available, contact your Digital Services representative;
caution ____________

Disconnecting Ethernet cables and terminators from the T-connectors on
active Ethernet networks disrupts local network communications.

Network Information 3-1

3.1 Selecting the Ethernet Type
You can connect the system unit to either a Thin Wire Ethernet or a standard
Ethernet network. Before starting to connect the system unit to the network, ask
the network coordinator to tell you which network type to use with the system.
The system unit has a network select switch that you must set depending on
which Ethernet type you want to use. When you know which Ethernet type you
want to use, set the network select switch as follows:
1.

Shut down the operating system using the procedure outlined in the operating
system documentation.

2. Set the system unit on/off switch to the off (0) position.
3. Set the network select switch to the correct position:
•

If you are using ThinWire Ethernet, slide the network select switch to the
right-hand position (see Figure 3-1).

•

If you are using standard Ethernet, slide the network select switch to the
left-hand position (see Figure 3-1).

Go to Section 3.4 if you are connecting the system to a standard Ethernet
network.

3-2 Network Information

o Standa.1"d Etbe-rnet position
•

'l'binVl\1"e Etbe1"net position

3.2 Connecting the System Unit to a ThinWire Ethernet
Network
To connect the system unit to a ThinWire Ethernet cable, follow these steps:
1.

If the ThinWire Ethernet cable is already assembled, remove the Thin Wire
Ethernet T-connector and terminators from the system and connect the cable
(see Figure 3-3). Go to Section 3.5 if you are not connecting the system to a
DECconnect faceplate.

2. If the system unit is the first or last system on the ThinWire Ethernet cable,
remove one terminator from the T-connector on the back of the system unit.
If the system unit is not the first or last system on the ThinWire Ethernet
cable, remove both terminators.
3. Attach the Thin Wire Ethernet cable to one side of the T-connector if you
are connecting the system to the end of the ThinWire Ethernet cable (see
Figure 3-2 A). Attach the ThinWire Ethernet cables to both sides of the
T-connector if you are connecting the system to the middle of the ThinWire
Ethernet cable (Figure 3-2 B).
Figure 3-2 Connecting the ThinWire Ethernet Cable to the T-Connector

~ ~

•

Terminator

•

T-Connector

•

Thin Wire Ethernet Cable Connector

3-4 Network Information

•

Te-rroinatoT
ectoT
• T·COnn
., 'thinW",re "Ethernet Cable

3.3 Connecting the System Unit to a DECconnect
Faceplate
If DECconnect products are installed, a DECconnect faceplate may be on the
wall. You can connect VAXTM systems to DEC connect faceplates using different
methods. You can connect either a single VAX system or connect several VAX
systems in series. Ask the network coordinator for advice on how to connect the
system to the DECconnect faceplate.
If you want to connect only one system to the faceplate, follow these steps:
1. Remove the ThinWire Ethernet terminator from one side of the T-connector.
2. Attach the Thin Wire Ethernet cable to one side of the T-connector.
3. Attach the other end of the Thin Wire Ethernet cable to the DECconnect
faceplate.
Go to Section 3.5 for information on how to test the network installation.

3-6 Network Information

•

DEC connect Facet>late
• 'fb\P.\'flr e Ethernet Cable

3.4 Connecting the System Unit to a Standard Ethernet
Network
To connect the system unit to a standard Ethernet network, follow these steps:
1.

Unlock the standard Ethernet loopback connector by moving the sliding lock
to the right.

2. Remove the standard Ethernet loopback connector from the standard
Ethernet port.
3. Attach the I5-pin connector on the standard Ethernet transceiver cable to the
back of the system unit.
4.

Move the sliding lock on the standard Ethernet connector to the left, securing
the standard Ethernet connection.

3-8 Network Information

•

Standard 'Etbernet Transceiver Cable

•

Sliding Lock

3.5 Testing the Ethernet Installation
When you complete the network installation procedure, follow these steps:
1.

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

2. Enter the following command to test the Ethernet cables and terminators:
»> TEST SF 3

Test 5F tests the Ethernet device. Specifying 3 as the first parameter tests
the external cables, terminators, or both. If the test is successful, the system
displays the console prompt. If the test is unsuccessful, the system displays
an error message similar to the following:
? Test Subtest 5: 18 Loop Subtest=OE Er: Type=FF
DE SGEC.1is
Vec=CIO: Prev-E:rs=OOC2 -P:=OOCCOOCl ?~=OOCJ8COO P3=827DFF03 P4=00000000
P5=OOODOOOO P~=OCOOOOOO P7=OOOOOOOO
P8=OCDJCOCl
P9=OOOOOOOO PIO=OOOOOOOO
:0=00000054 r1=000082E2
:2=00000001
r3=000082FA
r4=01008230 r5=00000040
:6=000082E2 r7=20008000 .::8=00008000
r9=20140758 r10=1300000: :11=2014044B
E?:=2005721A dser=OCCC cesr=OOOOOOOO icsr=Cl pcsts=:8CO pcctl=FC13
cc:1=00000007 bcetsts=03AC bcedsts=07CO cefsts=COOl922C nests=OD
::u.:cds:=CS3IdACD mes.::=OC'OOEJOC

If the device fails, see the MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95 Troubleshooting and
Diagnostic Information manual.

3-10 Network Information

3.6 Completing the Ethernet Installation
The network coordinator must complete the installation. You must give the
following information to the network coordinator:
•

A unique node name consisting of a maximum of six alphanumeric characters
Choose any node name and ask the network coordinator to make sure that
the node name is unique on the network.

•

The system's Ethernet address
To determine the system's Ethernet address, follow these steps:
1.

Enter the following command at the console prompt:
>>> SHOW ETHERNET

The system displays a response similar to the following:
Etne=net Adapte=
-EZAO (08-00-2B-IA-OB-BBI

The alphanumeric string, shown in the form nn-nn-nn-nn-nn-nn, is the
Ethernet address.
2. Write down the Ethernet address and give it to the network coordinator.

3.6.1 If the Network Installation Fails
If the network installation fails, contact your Digital Services representative.

Network Information 3-11

3.7 Removing the System Unit from a Network
The following subsections describe how to remove the system unit from a
network.
Note _________________________

Before removing the system unit from a network:
•

Get the approval of the network coordinator.

•

See the operating system documentation for information on the
shutdown procedures before stopping or turning off the system.

•

If the system is the server in a network, do not turn off, halt or
restart the system without notifying the other network members.

3.7.1 Removing the System Unit from a ThinWire Ethernet Cable
To remove the system unit from a ThinWire Ethernet cable, follow these steps:
1.

Shut down the operating system using the procedure outlined in the operating
system documentation.

2. Set the on/off switch on the back of the system unit to the off (0) position.
Caution _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __

Disconnecting the Thin Wire Ethernet terminator or the ThinWire
Ethernet cable connectors from the T-connector causes disruptions to
network communications.

3. Disconnect the center of the T-connector from the ThinWire Ethernet
connector on the back of the system unit (see Figure 3-6).

3-12 Network Information

•

rr_connectoT

.. '\'hinWiye Etheynet cable

3.7.2 Removing the System Unit from a Standard Ethernet
Transceiver Cable
To remove the system unit from a standard Ethernet transceiver cable, follow
these steps:
1.

Shut down the operating system using the procedure outlined in the operating
system documentation.

2. Set the on/off switch on the back of the system unit to the off (0) position.
_______________________

Ca~ion

_______________________

Disconnecting the Standard Ethernet connector may cause disruptions to
network communications.

3. Push the sliding lock to the righ~ (see Figure 3-7).
4. Disconnect the transceiver cable from the standard Ethernet connector on the
back of the system unit (see Figure 3-7).

3-14 Network Information

•.. Sliding
Lock
Standard
Etbe-rnet 'rranseeh'el' Cab1e

I
I

4
Hardware Options
This chapter describes the hardware options of the MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95.
It also describes how to connect the external hardware options to the system. It
includes information on the following:
•

Internal hardware options

•

External hardware options

•

Connecting a SCSI expansion box; single or dual port

•

Connecting peripherals

Hardware Options 4-1

4.1 Internal Hardware Options
The system supports the following internal hardware options:
•

MS44 or MS44L memory modules-The Model 85/95 system does not have
any memory on the system board; it uses MS44 or MS44L memory modules.
The modules must be installed in 4-module sets. Each module in the set must
be the same type. Table 4-1 shows the capacity of the modules.

Table 4-1 capacity of Memory Modules
Module

Capacity of Memory Modules

capacity of the 4-Module Set

MS44-CA

16 Mbyte

64 Mbyte (4 x MS44-CA = MS44-DC)

MS44L-AA

4 Mbyte

16 Mbyte (4 x MS44L-AA = MS44L-BC)

Figure 4-1 shows the placement of the module sets. The first set of memory
modules are installed in the slots labeled 0, and the second set of memory
modules are installed in the slots labeled 8.

4-2 Hardware Options

Figure 4-1 Placement of Memory Module Sets In the Memory Backplane

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•

Second set of memory modules

Hardware Options 4-3

•

Synchronous communications options-The system supports the DSW42-AA
synchronous communications option. The DSW42-AA provides two
synchronous communications ports and allows you to connect the system to a
peripheral that uses an EIA-232 (V.24) 25-pin connector. You can use other
interface standards with this option if you order different cables. Table 4-2
lists each interface standard and the part number of the corresponding cable.

Table 4-2 Interface Standards and cable Part Numbers
Interface Standard

cable Part Number

Extension Cable Part Number

ElA-2321V.24

BC19D-02 1

BC22F-nn3

ElA-423N.I0

BC19E-02 2

BC55D-nn 4

ElA-4221V.ll

BC55D-nn 4

BC19B-02

lSupplied with the DSW42-AA option.
20 ptional cable, order separately.
30ptional cable, order separately. The value of nn represents the cable length in feet (10, 25, or 50).
40 ptional cable, order separately. The value of nn represents the cable length in feet (25 or 50).

The BCI9x-02 cables listed in Table 4-2 are 2-foot cables. Extension cables
are also available, but you must order them separately. Contact your Digital
sales representative for infonnation on ordering any of the other cables that
support these interface standards.
•

Asynchronous communications options-The system supports three different
asynchronous communications options. These options are as follows:
DHW42-AA-This asynchronous option provides eight asynchronous
DEC423 data-line-only communications lines through one system port.
You can connect up to eight peripherals using the MMJ ports on the
harmonica (H3104) that connects to the option cable (BCI6C-IO).
DHW42-BA-This option is the same as the DHW42-AA, but provides 16
asynchronous DEC423 data-line-only communications lines through two
system ports. You can connect up to 16 peripherals using the MMJ ports
on two harmonicas (H3104) that connect to the option cables (BCI6C-I0).

4-4 Hardware Options

Use the following cables instead of the BC16C-10 cable if you require longer
than 10-foot cable lengths: BC16C-25 (25-foot), BC16C-50 (50-foot), BC16CAO (100-foot), or BC16C-B5 (250-foot). Use the following cables between the
harmonica (H3104) and the DEC423 peripheral: BC16E-10, BC16E-25, or
BC16E-50.
DHW42-CA-This asynchronous option provides eight asynchronous EIA232 modem control lines through two system ports using two breakout
cables (BC29J-06).
DHW42-UP-This upgrade option converts a DHW42-AA asynchronous
option to a DHW42-BA option.
Attach one of the following cables to a connector on the breakout cable if
you require longer cable lengths: BC22F-10, BC22F-25, or BC22F-50. The
peripheral you are using may require a null-modem extension cable. See
the peripheral documentation or contact your Digital sales representative for
information on the correct null-modem cable to use.
•

KZDDA-This optional SCSI bus adapter provides the system with the ability
to support seven SCSI devices external to the system box. These devices can
be installed in addition to the the seven devices supported by the standard
system.

•

SCSI storage devices-The system supports the following internal SCSI
devices:
RRD43 compact disc drive
RX26 diskette drive
RZ23L,RZ24,RZ24L,RZ25,RZ25L,RZ26,RZ26B,RZ26L,RZ28and
RZ28B hard disk drives
TLZ06 and TLZ07 cassette tape drives
-

TZK10 and TZK11 (QIC) tape drives
TZ30 tape drive

Contact your Digital sales representative for information on how to order any of
these internal options. Your Digital services representative installs the internal
options for you.

Hardware Options 4-5

4.2 External Hardware Options
The following sections contain information on connecting the external hardware
options to the system unit. The external hardware options for the MicroVAX 3100
Model 85/95 include the following:
•

SCSI expansion boxes

•

Printers, terminals, modems, and other devices that use asynchronous or
synchronous connectors

Your Digital sales representative can give you information on how to order a full
range of Digital SCSI expansion boxes, printers, terminals, moderns, and other
devices that are compatible with the MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95 system.

4.3 Connecting a SCSI Expansion Box
The following subsections contain information on:
•

Guidelines for connecting expansion boxes

•

Selecting available SCSI IDs on the system

•

Setting the SCSI ID of devices in the expansion box

•

Preparing the system unit for an expansion box

•

Connecting the SCSI cable

•

Checking the expansion box connections

4-6 Hardware Options

4.3.1 Guidelines for Connecting Expansion Boxes
Use the following guidelines when connecting expansion boxes:
•

In the standard system, you can connect two SCSI devices in an expansion
box (in addition to connecting five devices internally).
If the KZDDA controller is installed, you can connect up to seven SCSI
devices on the second SCSI bus.

•

The maximum length of the SCSI cables must not exceed 6 meters (19.6 feet).
This maximum length includes a maximum of 2 meters inside the system unit
and a maximum of 4 meters outside the system unit. Therefore the external
SCSI cable length, including the length of the SCSI cables that are inside the
expansion boxes, must not exceed 4 meters (13.1 feet).

•

Each device connected to a SCSI bus must have a unique SCSI ID.

•

Terminate the SCSI bus as described in the expansion box documentation.

•

Plug the expansion boxes into the same grounded power strip or electrical
circuit as the system unit.

•

Do not connect more than two tape drive devices.

caution
Some expansion boxes are restricted to either 110 V ac or 220
V ac operation. Make sure that the voltage requirement of the
expansion box used is compatible with the supply voltage.
Tum on the expansion boxes before you tum on the system unit.
This procedure ensures that the device in each expansion box is
ready for use and that the system firmware includes the device in
the configuration display.
Do not connect or disconnect SCSI expansion boxes while the
system is turned on. Doing so can cause damage to the equipment
or corrupt data.
Digital cannot guarantee the correct operation of any SCSI
bus that uses cable assemblies not supplied by Digital or not
configured in accordance with these guidelines.

Hardware Options 4-7

4.3.2 Selecting Available SCSI IDs on the System
You must identify which SCSI IDs are available before connecting an expansion
box. Use the configuration display to determine this information. To see the
configuration display, enter the following command:
»> SHOW CONFIG

The system displays information similar to the following:
KA55-A or K~51-A V2.3, VMB 2.14
08-00-23-3~-CF-C3

80MB
TstNbr

DevNan

Info

OK
OK
OK
OK 0
3-E\Z24l-

N:::

0"'-

f',

\.:

AS
E~

..,~

S':S:

0-;'223:"

~'3~')S

::8

:::O~M

0:-

;'•.3~-!\C

7-RRD43.

6-Adao:er

a}: •

6-.~ciao:er

DSW41/42 2 CHANNEL V~.:O-7b
OK
DHW411:2 Vl. 6

o This line shows the status of the first SCSI device. The letters OK indicate
that it is functioning correctly_
•

This line shows the SCSI IDs that are occupied by devices on the first SCSI
bus. For example, the RZ24L disk drive occupies SCSI ID 3.

I) This line shows the status of the second SCSI device.

•

This line shows the SCSI IDs that are occupied by devices on the second SCSI
bus. For example, the RZ23L disk drive occupies SCSI ID O.
SCSI ID 6 is the default ID for the SCSI bus adapter.

There are eight SCSI IDs, numbered from 0 to 7. Select any SCSI ID that is not
occupied by another device including the SCSI bus adapter.

Hardware Options

4.3.3 Setting the SCSI 10 of Devices in the Expansion Box
The expansion box devices have default SCSI IDs set at the factory before
they are shipped. If the default ID of a device is being used by another device
on the same SCSI bus, you must reset the SCSI ID of the new device to an
unused ID. See Section 4.3.2 for information on selecting SCSI IDs. See the
documentation supplied with the expansion box for information on setting the
SCSI IDs. Table 4-3 shows the SCSI IDs that Digital usually assigns to devices.
Table 4-3 Devices and Priorities Associated with SCSI IDs
SCSIID

Priority

Devices

Lowest

Disk drive

1to3

Disk drive (SCSI ID 3 is normally the system disk)

CDROM or optical drive

Tape drive

SCSI controller

Highest

Not used, but available

Hardware Options 4-9

4.3.4 Preparing the System Unit for an Expansion Box
To prepare the system unit for an expansion box, follow these steps:
1.

Shut down the operating system using the procedure outlined in the operating
system documentation.

2. Set the on/off switch on the system unit to the off (0) position.
3. Determine which SCSI bus to connect to the expansion box.
4.

Remove the appropriate SCSI terminator (Figure 4-2); the lower port
connects to the first SCSI bus (SCSI port A), and the upper port connects to
the second SCSI bus (SCSI port B).

5. Keep the SCSI terminator. You must reattach it if you disconnect the
expansion boxes from the system unit.

4-10 Hardware Options

4.3.5 Connecting the SCSI Expansion Box

________________________ caw ion

You must complete the procedures outlined in the following sections before
you start the procedure in this section:
•

Section 4.3.1, Guidelines for Connecting Expansion Boxes

•

Section 4.3.2, Selecting Available SCSI IDs on the System

•

Section 4.3.3, Setting the SCSI ID of Devices in the Expansion Box

•

Section 4.3.4, Preparing the System Unit for an Expansion Box

The following procedure is applicable when connecting an expansion box to either
SCSI port. Connect the SCSI cable to the system unit and to the expansion box
as follows:
1.

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

2. Set the correct SCSI ID for each device in the expansion box. See
Section 4.3.2 for information on selecting the available SCSI IDs. See
the expansion box documentation for information on setting the SCSI IDs.
3. Connect one end of the 50-pin to 50-pin cable that was supplied with the
expansion box to the appropriate SCSI port on the system unit. Close the bail
lock loops. See Figure 4-3.
4. Connect the other end of the 50-pin to 50-pin cable to the expansion box as
described in the expansion box documentation. Close the bail lock loops.
5. Connect the SCSI terminator as described in the expansion box
documentation.
6. Connect the power cord to the expansion box.
7. Connect the other end of the power cord to the same grounded power strip or
electrical circuit as the system unit.
8. Set the on/off switch on the expansion box to the on ( I ) position.
9. Set the on/off switch on the system unit to the on ( I ) position.
10. Check the system to ensure that it recognizes the connection. See
Section 4.3.6 for information on checking expansion box connections.

4-12 Hardware Options

•
•

SCSI Cable
Ban Lock Loo-P

4.3.6 Checking Expansion Box Connections
Enter the following command to check the expansion box connections:
»> SHOW CONFIG

The system responds with a display similar to the following:

KP.55-A or KA5~-A V2.3, VMB 2.1~
08-00-2B-33-CF-C9
8et"3

TstNbr

DevNam
-------CPU BD
0
AS
Ma':
£4
DZ
E2
SCSI
5~

SCSI - 3

Info
OK
OK
OK
OK
2-RZ28 3-RZ24~
=-R=~3~

6-Adapte:

7-RRD~3

c-Adapter

QBoE

COME

ASYKC

DSW41/4~ ~ :~ANNEL

V4.:0-7b

or:
DHW41/2 V:. 6

tt If the system recognizes the expansion box that you have connected, this line
contains the IDs and names of the expansion box devices that you connected.
For example, an RZ28 occupies SCSI ID 2.
If you do not see the names and SCSI IDs of the devices, see the MicroVAX 3100
Model 85/95 Troubleshooting and Diagnostic Information manual.

4-14 Hardware Options

4.4 Connecting Peripherals
The following subsections contain information on the following:
•

Connecting peripherals to a DEC423 MMJ port

•

Connecting a peripheral to the asynchronous modem control port (port 2)

•

Connecting peripherals to an optional asynchronous port

•

Connecting peripherals to an optional synchronous port

Hardware Options 4-15

4.4.1 Connecting Peripherals to a DEC423 MMJ Port
To connect peripherals that use DEC423 cables (BCI6E) to MMJ ports 0, 1, or 3,
follow these steps:
1. If you are connecting a peripheral device to MMJ port 0 or MMJ port 1,
you must first peel back the removable label that points out the console
port (MMJ3). This label is marked OPAO, and covers ports 0 and 1 (see
Figure 4-4).
2. Set the on/off switch on the system unit to the off (0) position.
3. Set the on/off switch on the peripheral to the off (0) position.
4. Connect one end of the DEC423 cable to either MMJ port 0, 1, or 3.
Note

MMJ port 3 must be connected to the console.
In some countries, the peripheral cable has an earth drain wire. Connect
this earth drain wire to the grounding pillar above MMJ port 1 using the
screw provided with the cable.

5. Connect the other end of the DEC423 cable to the correct port on the
peripheral.
6. Set the on/off switch on the peripheral to the on ( I ) position.
7. Set the on/off switch on the system unit to the on ( I ) position.
BC16E cables are available in the following lengths: 10 feet (BCI6E-I0), 25 feet
(BCI6E-25), or 50 feet (BCI6E-50).

4-16 Hardware Options

•

R,etnOvab\e Labe\

•

DEC423 peripheral Cable

4.4.2 Connecting a Peripheral 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 modern
control port, follow these steps:
1. If you are connecting a peripheral using EIA-232 cables, follow these steps:

a. Set the on/off switch on the system unit to the off (0) position.
b. Set the on/off switch on the peripheral to the off (0) position.
c.

Connect the 25-pin D-sub connector of the peripheral cable to the
asynchronous modem control port (see Figure 4-5).

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

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

Set the on/off switch on the peripheral to the on ( I ) position.

g. Set the on/off switch on the system unit to the on ( I ) position.
EIA-232 cables are available in the following lengths: 10 feet (BC22F-10), 25
feet (BC22F-25), or 50 feet (BC22F-50). The peripheral you are using may
require a null-modem extension cable. See the peripheral documentation
or contact your Digital sales representative for information on the correct
null-modem cable to use.

4-18 Hardware Options

2. If you are connecting a peripheral using DEC423 cables, follow these steps:
a. Set the on/off switch on the system unit to the off (0) position.
b. Set the on/off switch on the peripheral to the off (0) position.
c.

Connect the EIA-232 to DEC423 adapter to the asynchronous modem
control port (see Figure 4-6).

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

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

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

Set the on/off switch on the peripheral to the on ( I ) position.

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

4-20 Hardware Options

•

S575
£1/>.-232 to p£C423 Adapter tll
-A.)

•

P£C 423 ~ connector

4.4.3 Connecting Peripherals to an Optional Asynchronous Port
There are three asynchronous communications options for the MicroVAX 3100
Model 85/95:
•

DHW42-AA-Provides one eight-line data-line-only asynchronous port

•

DHW42-BA-Provides two eight-line data-line-only asynchronous ports

•

DHW42-CA-Provides two four-line asynchronous ports with modem control

Connecting Peripherals to a DHW42·AA or DHW42·BA Option
If the system has the DHW42-AA or DHW42-BA asynchronous communications
option installed, the system has one or two eight-line data-only asynchronous
ports. You can connect up to eight peripherals to each of these ports using the
H3104 harmonica. Section 4.1 gives more information on the DHW42-AA and
DHW42-BA asynchronous communications options. To connect a peripheral to an
asynchronous port, follow these steps:

Set the on/off switch on the system unit to the off (0) position.

2. Set the on/off switch on the peripheral to the off (0) position.
3. Connect the straight connector of the BC16C-10 cable to one of the
asynchronous ports on the back of the system unit (see Figure 4-7).
4. Close the bail lock loops on each side of the connector.
5. Connect the angled connector of the BC16C-10 cable to the H3104 harmonica.
6. Close the bail lock loops on each side of the connector.
7. Connect one end of a DEC423 cable to one of the eight MMJ ports on the
harmonica.
8. Connect the other end of the DEC423 cable to a DEC423 port on the
peripheral.
9. Set the on/off switch on the peripheral to the on ( I ) position.
10. Set the on/off switch on the system unit to the on ( I ) position.

4-22 Hardware Options

•

6C
J\S)'1\ChTonoUS Option Cable (BC1. -1.0)

•

Bai\ LOc,," Loo-Ps

•

'Ha.rmonica

Connecting Peripherals to a DHW42·CA Option

If the system has the DHW42-CA asynchronous communications option installed,
the system has two four-line asynchronous ports with modem control. You can
connect up to four peripherals to each of these ports using the breakout cable
(BC29J-06) supplied with the option. Section 4.1 gives more information on the
DHW42-CA asynchronous communications option. To connect a peripheral to an
asynchronous port, follow these steps:
1.

Set the on/off switch on the system unit to the off (0) position.

-2. Set the on/off switch on the peripheral to the off (0) position.
3. Hold in the connector clips on either side of the 50-pin connector of the
breakout cable and connect it to one of the asynchronous ports on the back of
the system unit (see Figure 4-8).
4. Release the clips. The hooks on the port secure the connector in place.
5. Connect one of the four EIA-232 connectors on the breakout cable to the
peripheral.
6. Set the on/off switch on the peripheral to the on ( I ) position.
7.

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

4-24 Hardware Options

•

06
t
AsynchronoUS Option Brea1<ou Cable (BCZ9J- )

•

ConnectoT C\ill

•

Rook

4.4.4 Connecting Peripherals to an Optional Synchronous Port
If the system has the DSW42-AA synchronous communications option installed,
the system has two synchronous modern ports. Section 4.1 gives more information
on the DSW42-AA synchronous communications option. Table 4-2 lists the cables
that you can use with the option. The EIA-232N.24 cables (BC 19D-02) are
the standard cables shipped with the option. If you are using a synchronous
interface standard other than EIA-232IV.24, use one of the optional cables listed
in Table 4-2. To connect a peripheral to a synchronous port, follow these steps:
1.

Set the on/off switch on the system unit to the off (0) position.

Set the on/off switch on the peripheral to the off (0) position.

Connect both the 50-pin connectors of the option cables to the synchronous
ports on the back of the system unit (see Figure 4-9).

Connect the other connectors of the option cables to the communications ports
on the peripherals.

If the option cable connectors are fitted with screws, secure the connectors to
the ports by tightening them on each side.

Set the on/off switch on the peripheral to the on ( I ) position.

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

4-26 Hardware Options

•

syncb~onoUS option Cable

•

Fastening lla~dwaTe

A
Related Documents
This appendix lists the related documents. Some of the following documents may
not be available in every country. Contact your Digital sales representative for
information on the availability of particular documents.
MicroVAX 3100 Documentation

The following documents contain information on the MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95:
•

Micro VAX 3100 Model 85/95 Customer Letter (EK-A0715-CL)

•

MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95 Installation Information (EK-A0716-IN)

•

MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95 Customer Technical Information (EK-A0718-TI)

•

MicroVAX 3100 Model 85/95 Troubleshooting and Diagnostic Information
(EK-A0719-TM)

•

Micro VAX 3100 Model 40 to Model 95 Upgrade Guide (EK-A0720-UP)

•

MicroVAX 3100 ModelBO to Model 95 Upgrade Guide (EK-A0721-UP)

•

MicroVAX 3100 Model 90 to Model 95 Upgrade Guide (EK-A0722-UP)

•

MicroVAX 3100 Model 90 and Model 95 SCSI Upgrade Manual
(EK-510AA-UP)

•

MicroVAX 3100 Model 40/80 to ModelB5 CPU Upgrade Guide
(EK-M3185-UP)

VMS Factory Installed Software (FIS) Documentation

The following document contains information on VMS FIS:
•

Open VMS Factory Installed Software User Information (EK-A0377-UG)

Related Documents A-1

The following documents contain information related to the system:
Internal Device Documentation

•

RRD43 Disc Drive Owner's Manual (EK-RRD43-0M)

•

RX26 Diskette Drive Owner's Reference Card (EK-RX26D-RC)

•

RZ Series Disk Drive Reference Manual (EK-RZXXD-RM)

•

TLZ06 Cassette Tape Drive Owner's Manual (EK-TLZ06-0M)

•

TLZ07 Cassette Tape Drive Owner's Manual (EK-TLZ07-OM)

•

TZ30 Cartridge Tape Drive Subsystem Owner's Manual (EK-OTZ30-0M)

•

TZK10 Cartridge Tape Drive Owner's Guide (EK-TZKI0-0G)

•

TZK11 Tape Backup System User Guide (EK-TZKII-UG)

•

Micro VAX 3100 Platform Options (EK-A0519-MG)

VAX Handbook Series

•

VAX Architecture Handbook (EB-19580-20)

•

VAX Software Handbook (EB-21812-20)

DECconnect System Documentation

•

DECconnect System General Description (EK-DECSY-GD)

•

DECconnect System Requirements Evaluation Workbook (EK-DECSY-EG)

•

DECconnect System Installation and Verification Guide (EK-DECSY-VG)

•

DECconnect System Standalone Thin Wire Networks: Planning and
Installation Guide (EK....:DECSY-TG)

•

DECconnect System Planning and Configuration Guide (EK-DECSY-CG)

•

Workstations Network Guide (EK-VS315-GD)

A-2 Related Documents

B
Removable Storage Media
This appendix contains information on the use and storage of the following media
types that are used by the optional removable media storage devices:
•

Tape cartridges

•

QIC tapes

•

Cassette tapes (DAT)

•

Diskettes

•

Compact discs

B.1 Tape Cartridges
The CompacTape cartridge (see Figure B-1) is a 10 cm by 10 cm (4 in by 4 in)
plastic tape cartridge that can be used by TZ30 tape drives. The TZ30 tape drive
is supplied with a CompacTape cartridge.
The CompacTape II is the successor to the CompacTape cartridge. The
CompacTape II supports higher recording densities because it has tighter
tolerances than the CompacTape. The CompacTape and the CompacTape II
(when used with TZ30 tape drive) have a capacity of 95M bytes. The TZ30 tape
drive does not support CompacTape III cartridges.
Tapes that were originally written by a different type of tape drive may not be
compatible with the TZ30 tape drive. If the tape is not compatible, the TZ30
automatically unloads the tape cartridge and the green LED flashes to indicate
a tape error. Table B-1 shows the compatibility of the tape cartridges with the
TZ30 tape drive.

Removable Storage Media B-1

Figure B-1 CompacTape cartridge

Table 8-1 Initialized Can ridge Compatibility
If the tape was
initialized in a ...

the 1230 drive is •..

TZ30

able to read or write to it.

TK50

able to read or write to it.

TK70

unable to read or write to itl.

TZ85

unable to read or write to itl.

1 Not compatible

8.1.1 Labeling a Tape Cartridge
Always label tape cartridges. There is a slot for the label on the front of the
cartridge. The label is visible when the cartridge is in the drive. Labels or
markings on any other part of the cartridge can interfere with the proper
operation of the drive. Do not write on the cartridge with a pen, pencil, or other
marking instrument.
The labels supplied with the CompacTape II cartridges have spaces that mark the
capacity of the tape cartridge. Mark the 95M-byte block on the label when using
the TZ30 to write data to the tape cartridge.

B-2 Removable Storage Media

•

Label Slot

8.1.2 Writing to and Write-Protecting Tape Cartridges
CompacTape and CompacTape II cartridges have a write-protect switch that
prevents an accidental overwrite of data. The system can read information on the
tape regardless of the position of the write-protect switch. However, the system
cannot write data to a write-protected tape.
Write-Protecting a Tape

When you use a tape to install software, set the write-protect switch on the front
of the cartridge to the write-protect position.
To write-protect a tape, set the write-protect switch to the write-protect position
by sliding it left towards the label until it locks in place (see Figure B-2). An
orange rectangle appears when the write-protect switch locks in the write-protect
position.
Writing to a Tape

When you use a tape to make a backup copy or to write data, set the write-protect
switch to the write-enable position. To set the switch to the write-enable position,
slide it to the right, away from the label, until the switch locks in place.

Removable Storage Media B-3

8.1.3 Handling and Storing Tape Cartridges
Inside the cartridge, a BOO-foot single reel of magnetic tape stores data. A plastic
tape leader is at the beginning of the tape. Take the following precautions when
handling and storing tapes:
•

Do not touch the exposed surface of the tape.

•

Do not drop the tape cartridge.

•

Allow tape cartridges to reach room temperature before using them.

•

Store the tape where the room temperature is between 10°C and 40°C (50°F
and 104°F) and the humidity is between 20% and 80%.

•

Place the identification label in the slot provided on the tape cartridge.

•

Store the tape cartridge in its plastic cover.

•

Do not expose the tape to direct sunlight, heat, magnetic fields, or X-rays.

B-4 Removable Storage Media

Figure B-2 Write-Protect Switch Positions

o Write-Protect Switch
.. Write-Enable Position
•

Write-Protect Position

Removable Storage Media 8-5

B.2 Quarter-Inch Cartridge (Qle) Tapes
The TZKI0 cartridge tape drive is shipped with a DC6320 QIC tape. The
TZKll cartridge tape drive is shipped with a DC9200 QIC tape. Table B-2 lists
supported the QIC tape cartridges.
Table B-2 Qle Tape cartridges
Cartridge

Capacity

Format

TZK10
Support

TZK11
Support

DC9200XL

Up to 2.5 GB

QIC-2GB

DC9200

Up to 2.0 GB

QIC-2GB

DC9100L

Up to 1.2 GB

QIC-1GB

DC9100

Up to 1.0 GB

QIC-1GB

DC6525

Up to 525 MB

QIC-525

DC6320

Up to 320 MB

QIC-525

DC6250

Up to 250 MB

QIC-150

DC6150IDC600XTD

Up to 150 MB

QIC-150

DC615IDC600A

Up to 120 MB

QIC-120

QIC-24

DC300IDC300XLP

Up to 45 MB

Figure B-3 shows a QIC tape.

B-6 Removable Storage Media

Figure B-3 Qle Tape

•

Write-Protect Switch

8.2.1 Guidelines for Using Qle Tapes
Use the following guidelines when using QIC tapes:
•

Do not drop the tape.

•

Store the tape where the room temperature is between IO°C and 40°C (50°F
and 104°F) and the humidity is between 20% and 80%.

•

Do not expose the tape to direct sunlight, abrasive particles, or
electromagnetic fields.

•

Store the QIC tape in its protective container, placed on its edge, or stacked.
Do not stack QIC tapes more than five high.

•

Place the identification label in the space provided on the top of the QIC tape.

•

Allow QIC tape cartridges to reach room temperature before using them.

Removable Storage Media B-7

8.2.2 Setting the Qle Tape Write-Protect Switch
There is a write-protect switch on one corner of the QIC tape. This switch allows
you to write-protect the data on the tape. After writing data to the QIC tape,
write-protect the tape to prevent accidental erasure or overwriting of that data.
Use the write-protect switch as follows:
•

Turn the write-protect switch to the safe (write-protect) position when you
want to protect the data on the tape, or when you want to read or copy data
from the tape.

•

Tum the write-protect switch to the write-enable position when you want to
write data to the tape.

:I SAFEi

I SAFE:

------------------------------~/
•

Write-Protect Switch

•

Write-Enable Position

•

Write-Protect Position

B-8 Removable Storage Media

B.3 Cassette Tapes (OAT)
The TLZ06 cassette tape drive is shipped with a 90-meter TLZ06-CA 4-mm
tape. You can also use the TLZ06 with the 60-meter TLZ04-CA tape. The TLZ07
cassette tape drive is shipped with a 120-meter TLZ07-CA 4-mm tape. You can
also use the TLZ07 with the GO-meter TLZ04-CA tape in noncompression mode
only. The TLZ07 can also use GO-meter or SO-meter TLZOG-CA tapes.
Table B-3 describes the three cassette tapes and gives their capacity in
noncompression and compression mode.
Table B-3 canridge Compatibility
capacity (Gbytes)
Not Compressed

Compressed

TLZ04-CA

1.3

2.6

TLZ06-CA

2.0

4.0

TLZ07-CA

4.0

B.O

cassette

Figure B-4 identifies the parts of a cassette tape.
Figure 8-4 cassette Tape

":----.
•

Write-Protect Switch

Removable Storage Media 8-9

8.3.1 Guidelines for Using Cassette Tapes
Use the following guidelines when using cassette tapes:
•

Do not drop the tape.

•

Store the tape where the room temperature is between 5°C and 32°C (40°F
and 90°F) and the humidity is between 20% and 60%.

•

Do not expose the tape to direct sunlight, abrasive particles, or
electromagnetic fields.

•

Allow tape cartridges to reach room temperature before using them.

•

Store the cassette tape in its protective container, placed on its edge, or
stacked. Do not stack cassette tapes more than five high.

8.3.2 Setting the Cassette Tape Write-Protect Switch
There is a write-protect switch on one comer of the cassette tape. This switch
allows you to write-protect the data on the tape. After writing data to the cassette
tape, write-protect the tape to prevent accidental erasure or overwriting of that
data. Use the write-protect switch as follows:
•

Use a pen to slide the write-protect switch to the left (write-protect) position
when you want to protect the data on the tape, or when you want to read or
copy data from the tape.

•

Use a pen to slide the write-protect switch to the right (write-enable) position
when you want to write data to the tape.
Ca~ion

________________________

Do not use a pencil to slide the write-protect switch. Graphite dust can
damage the cassette tape.

8-10 Removable Storage Media

Figure 8-5 cassette Tape Write-Protect Switch Positions

•

Write-Protect Switch

.. Write-Protect Position
.. Write-Enable Position

Removable Storage Media 8-11

8.4 Diskettes
Diskettes are magnetic disks that store information. Digital recommends that
you use either high-density (HD) or extra-density (ED) diskettes. ED diskettes
have a capacity of 2.88M bytes and HD diskettes have a capacity of 1.44M bytes.
Keep the diskettes dry, out of extreme temperatures and direct sunlight, and
away from devices that contain magnets, such as telephones.

8.4.1 Writing to and Write-Protecting Diskettes
Write-protecting a diskette prevents accidental erasure of information. The
RX26 diskette drive can read information on the diskette regardless of the
position of the write-protect switch. However, the system cannot write data to a
write-protected diskette.

8-12 Removable Storage Media

Write-Protecting a Diskette

When you use a diskette to install application software on the system or to
protect information on the diskette, set the write-protect switch on the back of
the diskette to the write-protect position by moving the switch toward the edge of
the diskette until it locks in place (see Figure B-6-8).
Writing to a Diskette

When you use a diskette to make a backup copy of a file or to write data to a
diskette, set the write-protect switch to enable writing to the diskette. To enable
writing, set the switch to the write-enable position by moving it away from the
edge of the diskette until it locks in place (see Figure B-6-8).
Figure B-6 Write-Protect Switch Positions

o Write-Protect Switch
•

Write-Protect Position

.. Write-Enable Position

Removable Storage Media 8-13

8.5 Compact Discs
When you use the RRD43 compact disc drive, the compact disc inserts directly
into the drive. You must take the following precautions when handling discs:
•

Do not drop the disc.

•

Remove the disc from the RRD43 before moving the system.

•

Do not expose the compact disc to high humidity, high temperature, excessive
dust, or direct sunlight.

•

Hold the compact disc by its edges; never touch the surface.

•

Use a proper compact disc cleaner to wipe the compact disc if it gets dirty.

8-14 Removable Storage Media

Glossary
The glossary defines some of the technical terms used in this manual.
802.3
An Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) standard describing

the physical and data link layers of a local area network based on bus topology
and Carrier Sense Multiple Access/Collision Detect (CSMAlCD).

backup copy
A copy of data stored on a disk.
backup process
The process of making copies of the data stored on a disk so that you can recover
that data after an accidental loss. You make backup copies on tape cartridges or
on another disk.
binary
A number system that uses two digits: 0 and 1. They are represented in system
circuitry by two voltage levels, and programs are executed in binary form.
bit
A binary digit; the smallest unit of information in a binary system of notation,
designated as a 0 or a 1.
bus
A channel (a set of wires) along which communication signals in a computer
system travel.
byte

A group of 8 binary digits (bits). A byte is one-quarter of a VAX system longword.

central processing unit
See CPU.
Glossary-1

communications line
A cable along which electrical signals are transmitted. Devices or systems that
are connected by a communications line can share information and resources.
console mode
The state in which the computer is controlled from the console terminal. You
can put the system in console mode by pressing the halt button on the back of
the system unit. Console mode is indicated by the console prompt (> >» on the
monitor screen.
console prompt
A prompt used for communication between the system manager and the computer
when the computer is in console mode.
controller
A system component, usually a printed circuit board, that regulates the operation
of one or more peripheral devices.
CPU

Central processing unit. The part of the system that controls the interpretation
and execution of instructions.
daisy-chain
A group of systems linked together sequentially.
data
A formal representation of information suitable for communication,
interpretation, and processing by humans or computers.
DECconnect
Digital's simple, cost-effective cabling system for extending Ethernet and terminal
interconnections into offices and work areas.
DECconnect faceplate
See faceplate.
default
A value or setting that in most cases is normal or expected.

Glossary-2

DEMPR
A multi port repeater that provides eight Thin Wire Ethernet drops from a single
standard Ethernet connection.
device

The general name for any unit connected to the system that is capable of
receiving, storing, or transmitting data.
device name

The name by which a device or controller is identified in the system.
diagnostics

Programs, located in read-only memory, that detect and identify abnormal system
hardware operation. (See ROM.)
diSk

A flat circular plate with a coating on which data is magnetically stored in
concentric circles (tracks). A disk resides permanently inside a disk drive, while
a diskette is removable.
disk drive

A device that holds a disk. The drive contains mechanical components that spin
the disk and move the read/write heads that store and re,ad information on the
surface of the disk.
Ethernet

A type of local area network based on Carrier Sense Multiple Access with
Collision Detection (CSMAlCD).
faceplate

A wall receptacle that provides a single network connection for the system.
file

A collection of related information treated by the system as a single unit.
format

To prepare a disk, diskette, or tape to accept data.
formatted data

Data that is structured in a particular pattern to be understood by the system
software.
Glossary-3

ground

A voltage reference point in a system that has a zero voltage potential.
hard disk
A hard disk resides permanently inside a disk drive.
hardware
The physical components-mechanical and electrical-that make up a system.
(Compare with software.)
head
The part of a fixed disk drive, diskette drive, or tape drive that reads, records,
and erases data. Also called read/write head.
IEEE

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.
LAN

Local area network. A high-speed communications network that covers a limited
geographical area, such as a section of a building, an entire building, or a cluster
of buildings. It is a privately owned communications network whose speed is
upward of 1M bits/second.
LED

Light-emitting diode. LEDs are used as indicators on the system enclosure.
load

To copy software (usually from a peripheral device) to memory. To physically
place a disk in a disk drive or a tape in a tape drive.
Local Area Network
See LAN.
Longword
A group of four bytes.
magnetic tape

A tape used for storing data that is made of plastic and coated with magnetic
oxide. Also called magtape.

Glossary-4

memory
The area of the system that electrically stores instructions and data, often
temporarily.
memory module
A printed circuit board that contains additional memory for the system.
module
A printed circuit board that contains electrical components and electrically
conductive pathways between components. A module stores data or memory or
controls the functions of a device.
multipon repeater
A repeater used to connect two or more cable segments. The repeater lets
you extend Ethernet networks beyond the limits imposed by a single segment.
Repeaters perform the basic actions of restoring signal amplitude, waveform, and
timing amplitude to normal data and collision signals.
network
A group of individual computer systems that are connected by communications
lines to share information and resources.
network coordinator
The network coordinator manages the network, assigns unique node names and
addresses for each system on the network, and provides administrative assistance
to network users.
node
An individual information-processing unit, such as a computer, workstation, or
peripheral device, that is connected to a network. A node is an end point to any
branch of a network or a junction common to two or more branches.
operating system
A collection of system programs that control the operation of the system and
allow the user to access data files, input/output devices, and applications
programs. The operating system software performs such tasks as assigning
memory to programs and data, processing requests, and scheduling jobs.

Glossary-5

peripheral
A device that provides the CPU with additional memory storage or
communication capability. Examples are disk and diskette drives, video
terminals, and printers.

pon
The name of the socket or connector at the back of the computer to which a
terminal, printer, or other communication devices are connected.
printer
A peripheral device that provides paper copies of information stored on the
system.
prompt
Words or characters that the system displays to indicate that it is waiting for you
to enter a command.
RAM

Random-access memory. Memory that can be both read and written to and can
randomly access any location during normal operations. The type of memory
that the system uses to store the instructions of programs currently being run.
Compare with ROM.
random-access memory
See RAM.
read-only memory
See ROM.
ROM

Read-only memory. A memory whose contents cannot be modified. The system
can use the data contained in a ROM but cannot change it. Compare with RAM.
SCSI
Small computer system interface. It is an interface designed for connecting
disks and other peripheral devices to computer systems. SCSI is defined by an
American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standard and is used by many
computer and peripheral vendors throughout the industry.
Small computer system Interface
See SCSI.
Glossary-6

software

Programs executed by the system to perform a chosen or required function.
(Compare with hardware.)
standard Ethernet
IEEE standard 802.3 compliant Ethernet network composed of standard Ethernet
cable as opposed to Thin Wire Ethernet cable.
storage medium
Any device capable of recording information; for example, a diskette.
store
To enter data into a storage device, such as a disk, or into memory.
system
A combination of system hardware, software, and peripheral devices that perform
specific processing operations.
tape drive
A device that contains mechanical components and holds, turns, reads, and writes
on magnetic tape.
tape leader
A plastic leader at the beginning of magnetic tape.
tape lever
This lever sets internal TZ30 mechanisms to accept or eject the tape cartridge.
Move the lever to the left to insert a tape, move to the right so the tape can be
used, and move to the left again to eject the cartridge after the tape has been
completely rewound.
T-connector
Connector used to join Thin Wire Ethernet cable sections. The connector also has
a connector that is attached directly to a system.
tennlnal

An inputioutput device that lets you communicate with the system. Terminals
are divided into two categories: video and hard-copy.

Glossary-7

terminator
A connector used on one or both ends of an Ethernet segment that provides the
50-ohm termination resistance needed for the cable.
ThinWire
A Digital trademark used to describe its 10 base 2 (IEEE standard 802.3
compliant) Ethernet products used for local distribution of data.
ThinWire connector
The connector on the back of the system unit to which the ThinWire Ethernet
cable is attached.
transceiver
A device that provides a single physical connection between standard Ethernet
and Ethernet communication equipment.
unload switch
A switch on the front of the TZ30 tape drive that rewinds and unloads the tape.
VMS

Digital's proprietary operating system.
write-protect
To protect a disk, diskette, or other storage medium from the addition, revision,
or deletion of information.
write-protect switch
The switch that you set on tapes, cartridges, or diskettes to prevent loss of data
by accidental overwriting.

Glossary-8

Index
A

Activity LED
location on RX26, 2-12
use with RX26, 2-12
Adapter
EIA-232 to DEC423 (H8575-A), 4-18,
4-20
Address
Ethernet, 3-11
Asynchronous communications options
connecting to, 4-22, 4-24
DEC423 data-line-only ports, 4-22
DHW42-AA, 4-4,4-22
DHW42-BA, 4-4,4-24
DHW42-CA, 4-4
DHW42-UP, 4-4
Asynchronous communications port A
optional port icon, 1-5
optional port location, 1-3
optional port use, 1-3
Asynchronous communications port B
optional port icon, 1-5
optional port location, 1-3
optional port use, 1-3
Asynchronous communications ports
DEC423 data-line-only, 4-4
Asynchronous DEC423 data-line-only
ports, 1-2
Asynchronous modem control port
connecting to, 4-18,4-20
icon, 1-5
location, 1-2
use, 1-2

Backups
with tape cartridges, B-3
Bail lock loops, 4-12
Beeper
TZ30 beeper meaning, 2-22
Break/enable LED
location, 1-3
use, 1-3
Break/enable switch
location, 1-3
use, 1-3
Breakout cable
BC29J-06, 4-4,4-24
Busy LED
location on RRD43, 2--4
use with RRD43, 2--4

c
Cables
See also Extension cables
associated synchronous interface
standards, 4-4
BC16C-IO, 4-4, 4-22
BCI6E, 4-16
BCI6E-nn, 4-16
BC19B-02, 4-4
BC19D-02, 4-4, 4-26
BC19E·02, 4-4
BC22F-nn, 4-18
BC29J-06, 4-4,4-24
breakout, 4-4, 4-24

Index-1

Cables (cont'd)
connecting ThinWire cable to system
unit, 3-4
DEC423, 4-20, 4-22
DEC423 cables, 4-16
SCSI cable connection, 4-12
SCSI cables maximum length, 4-7
transceiver, 3-8
Capacity
memory, 4-2
Cassette tape drive
TLZ06, 2-14
TLZ07, 2-14
Cassette tapes
guidelines, B-I0
inserting into TLZ06, 2-17
inserting into TLZ07, 2-17
removing from TLZ06, 2-18
removing from TLZ07, 2-18
TLZ04-CA, B-9
TLZ06 compatible, B-9
TLZ06-CA, B-9
TLZ07 compatible, B-9
TLZ07-CA, B-9
use and care of, B-9
wri te enabling, B-I0
write-protect switch, B-9, B-I0
write-protecting, B-I0
writing to, B-I0
Cleaning
RX26 heads, 2-33
TLZ06 heads, 2-33
TLZ07 heads, 2-33
TZ30 heads, 2-33
TZKI0 heads, 2-33
Cleaning kit
RX26, 2-33
TLZ06, 2-33
TLZ07, 2-33
TZ30, 2-33
TZKI0/ll, 2-33
Compact disc drive
RRD43 compact disc drive, 2-3

Index-2

Compact discs, 2-3
care and handling, B-14
cleaning, B-14
inserting, 2-5
inserting into RRD43, 2-5
removing from RRD43, 2-7
removing manually from RRD43, 2-9
CompacTape, 2-20
description, B-1
guidelines, B-4
inserting into TZ30, 2-23
removing from TZ30, 2-25
CompacTape II, 2-20
description, B-1
guidelines, B-4
inserting into TZ30, 2-23
removing from TZ30, 2-25
Configuration
memory, 4-2
Configuration display, 4-8,4-14
Connectors
DEC423, 4-18,4-20
EIA-232, 4-18
Console mode
returning to, 1-2
Console port, 1-3
MMJ port 3, 1-3
Console terminal, 1-2
Controls
locations, 1-2
TZ30, 2-20
Cover
system unit, 2-2

D
Data
verifying on disk drives, 2-34
DEC423
asynchronous data-line-only
communications, 4-4, 4-22
connecting to MMJ ports, 4-16
earth drain wire, 4-16
grounding pillar, 4-16
MMJ ports, 4-4, 4-22

DEC423 (cont'd)
peripherals, 4-16
to EIA-232 adapter (H8575-A), 4-18,
4-20
DECconnect
connecting to faceplate, 3-6
products, 3-6
DHW42-AA, 4-4, 4-22
DHW42-BA, 4-4,4-24
DHW42-CA, 4-4
DHW42-UP, 4-4
Diagnostic keys
on diskettes, 2-34
on tapes, 2-34
Diagnostic LEDs
icon, 1-5
location, 1-3
use, 1-3
Diagnostics
TZ30, 2-22
Digital sales, 4-4,4-5, 4-6
Digital services, 4-5
Digital Services, 3-1
Discs
cleaning compact discs, B-14
compact disc care and handling, B-14
Disk drives
erasing, 2-34
RZ-series disk drives, 2-13
verifying data, 2-34
Diskette dri ves
RX26 diskette drive, 2-10
Diskettes
caring for, B-12
description, 2-10
extra-density (ED), 2-10
fonnatting, 2-34
high-density (HD), 2-10
inserting into RX26, 2-10
installing software with, B-13
removing from RX26, 2-12
use and storage of, B-12
write-protect switch, B-13
write-protecting, B-12 to B-13
writing to, B-12, B-13

Documents
related, A-I, A-2
DSW42-AA, 4-4, 4-26
Dual-color LED
location on TZKI0/11, 2-27
use with TZKI0/11, 2-27

E
Earth drain wire
MMJ ports, 4-16
EIA-232
asynchronous, 4-4,4-24
synchronous, 4-4, 4-26
to DEC423 adapter (H8575-A), 4-18,
4-20
V.24 , 4-4, 4-24, 4-26
EIA-2321V.24, 4-4
EIA-4221V.ll, 4-4
EIA-423N.I0, 4-4
Eject button
location on RRD43, 2-4
location on RX26, 2-12
location on TZK10/11, 2-27
use with RRD43, 2-4
use with RX26, 2-12
use with TZK10/11, 2-27
Ethernet
completing the installation, 3-11
connecting standard Ethernet, 3-8
connecting Thinwire Ethernet, 3-4
connecting to DECconnect faceplate,
3-6
disconnecting T-connector, 3-12
disconnecting transceiver cable, 3-14
icon, 1-5
installation failure, 3-11
network select switch, 3-2
network select switch location, 1-3
network select switch use, 1-3
node name, 3-11
removing system from Standard, 3-14
removing system from ThinWire, 3-12
selecting type, 3-2
SHOW ETHERNET command, 3-11

Index-3

Ethernet (cont'd)
standard Ethernet port location, 1-3
standard Ethernet port use, 1-3
TEST SF failure, 3-10
TEST SF success, 3-10
testing installation, 3-10
ThinWire Ethernet port location, 1-3
ThinWire Ethernet port use, 1-3
Ethernet address, 3-11
Expansion boxes
checking connections, 4-14
connecting, 4-6 to 4-14
connecting cables, 4-12
connection guidelines, 4-7
preparing system unit for, 4-10
setting SCSI IDs, 4-9
SZI2.series, 4-7
Extension cables
BCI6C·nn, 4-4
BC16E·nn, 4-4
BC22F·nn, 4-4
BC55D·nn, 4-4
null·rnodem, 4-4, 4-18
External options, 4-6

Hard disk drive
RZ·series, 2-13
Hard disks
erasing, 2-34
verifying data, 2-34
Hardware options, 4-1 to 4-27
Harmonica (H3104), 4-4,4-22
Headphone socket
location on RRD43, 2-4
use with RRD43, 2-4

Faceplate
connecting to DECconnect, 3-6
Factory Installed Software
See FIS
FIS, 2-34
Formatting
diskettes, 2-34

Key

G
Grounding pillar, 4-16

H
Halt button
icon, 1-5
location, 1-2
use, 1-2

Index-4

Icons
on system unit, 1-4
Installation guidelines
expansion boxes, 4-7
Interface standards
EIA·232N.24, 4-4, 4-24
EIA·422N.11, 4-4
EIA·423N.I0, 4-4
synchronous, 4-4
Internal options
installation, 4-5

diagnostic, 2-34

L
LEDs
break/enable LED, 1-3
diagnostic, 1-3
locations, 1-2
RRD43, 2-3
RX26, 2-10
status LED display, 1-3
TLZ06, 2-14
TLZ07, 2-14
TZ30, 2-20
TZ30 LED·locations, 2-21
TZ30 LED meanings, 2-22
TZKI0/11, 2-27

M
Magnets
keeping media away from, B-12
Manual eject hole
location on RRD43, 2-4
use with RRD43, 2-4
Memory
capacity, 4-2
optional, 4-2
system unit, 4-2
Memory modules
MS44, 4-2
MS44L, 4-2
MMJ port 3
console port, 1-3
MMJ ports
connecting to, 4-16
DEC423, 4-4, 4-22
earth drain wire, 4-16
grounding pillar, 4-16
icons, 1-5
location, 1-2
on hannonica, 4-4, 4-22
use, 1-2
Modem
Null-modem extension cables, 4-4,
4-18
Modem ports
See also Asynchronous communications
options
See Asynchronous modem control port
optional asynchronous modem control
ports, 4-24
MS44 memory module, 4-2
MS44L memory module, 4-2

Network select switch (cont'd)
setting for standard Ethernet, 3-2
setting for ThinWire Ethernet, 3-2
use, 1-3
Networks, 3-1 to 3-15
installation failure, 3-11
Node name
Ethernet, 3-11
Null modem
extension cables, 4-4, 4-18

o
On/off switch
location, 1-2
use, 1-2
Operate lever
location on TZ30, 2-21
use with TZ30, 2-22
Operating system
shutting down, 3-12
Optional asynchronous communications
portA
icon, 1-5
location, 1-3
use, 1-3
Optional asynchronous communications
port B
icon, 1-5
location, 1-3
use, 1-3
Optional synchronous communications
portO
location, 1-3
use, 1-3
Optional synchronous communications
port 1
location, 1-3
use, 1-3

Network coordinator, 3-1, 3-2, 3-6, 3-11,
3-12
Network select switch
icon, 1-5
location, 1-3

Index-5

Peripherals, ~
connecting, 4-15 to 4-27
DEC423, 4-16
Ports
asynchronous modem control port,
4-18,4-20
DEC423 MMJ data-line-only, 4-22
EIA-232, 4-26
locations, 1-2
MMJ DEC423 data-line-only, 4-16
modem port, 4-18,4-20
optional asynchronous communications
ports, 4-22
optional asynchronous modem control
ports, 4-24
optional data-line-only asynchronous
ports,4-22
optional synchronous modem port,
4-26
Power-up tests
TZ30, 2-22

Related documents, A-I, A-2
Removable media devices
accessing, 2-2
cover, 2-2
RRD43 , 2-3 to 2-9
busy LED location, 2-4
busy LED use, 2--4
compact disc drive, 2-3
eject button location, 2--4
eject button use, 2--4
headphone socket location, 2-4
headphone socket use, 2-4
inserting com pact discs, 2-5
manual eject hole location, 2--4
manual eject hole use, 2-4
manually removing compact discs, 2-9
removing disc, 2-7
volume control location, 2-4
volume control use, 2--4
RX23
compatibility with RX26, 2-10
RX26, 2-10 to 2-12
accessing, 2-2
activity LED location, 2-12
activity LED use, 2-12
cleaning kit, 2-33
cleaning the heads, 2-33
compatibility with RX23, 2-10
diskette drive, 2-10
eject button location, 2-12
eject button use, 2-12
inserting diskettes, 2-10
removing diskettes, 2-12
RZ-series disk drives, 2-13

Q
QIC tape drive
TZKIO/11, 2-27
QIC tapes, B-6
guidelines, B-7
inserting into TZK10/11, 2-29
removing from TZK10/11, 2-31
TZKI0 compatible, B-6
use and care of, B-6
write enabling, B-8
write-protect switch, B-6, B-8
write-protecting, B-8
writing to, B-8
Quarter-inch cartridge tape
See Cassette tapes
See QIC tapes

Index~

s
SCSI
supported storage devices, 4-5
SCSI cables
bail lock loops, 4-12
connection, 4-12

SCSI cables (cont'd)
maximum length, 4-7
SCSI controller
ID, 4-8
SCSI drive utilities, 2-34
using, 2-34
SCSI expansion boxes
checking connections, 4-14
connecting, 4-6 to 4-14
connecting cables, 4-12
connection guidelines, 4-7
preparing system unit for, 4-10
setting IDs, 4-9
SZI2-series, 4-7
SCSI IDs
controller ID, 4-8
Digital recommendations, 4-9
factory-set defaults, 4-9
priorities, 4-9
selecting available IDs, 4-8
setting on expansion boxes, 4-9
SCSI port
icon, 1-5
locations, 1-2
use, 1-2
SCSI terminator, 1-2, 4-7
connecting, 4-12
removal, 4-10
SHOW CONFIG command, 4-8,4-14
SHOW ETHERNET command, 3--11
Software
installing with diskettes, B-13
installing with tape cartridges, B-3
Standard Ethernet
connecting to, 3-8 to 3--9
disconnecting transceiver cable, 3--14
removing system from, 3--14
setting network select switch for, 3--2
transceiver cable, 3-8
Standard Ethernet port
icon, 1-5
location, 1-3
use, 1-3

Status LED display
icon, 1-5
location, 1-3
use, 1-3
Switches
network select, 3-2
Synchronous communications options
connecting to, 4-26
DSW42-AA, 4-4, 4-26
Synchronous communications port 0
optional port location, 1-3
optional port use, 1-3
Synchronous communications port 1
optional port location, 1-3
optional port use, 1-3
Synchronous communications ports, 4-4,
4-26
Synchronous interface standards, 4--4
System ac power
location, 1-2
use, 1-2
System disk, 2-34
System manager, 3--1
System unit
configuration display, 4-8
connecting Thinwire Ethernet, 3-4
connecting to DECconnect faceplate,
3-6
connecting transceiver cable to, 3-8
controls, 1-2
cover, 2-2
icons, 1-4
LEDs, 1-2
memory, 4-2
ports, 1-2
preparing for expansion box, 4-10
setting network select switch, 3--2
system board memory, 4-2
testing Ethernet installation, 3--10
SZl2-series
expansion boxes, 4-7

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T
T-connector
connecting ThinWire Ethernet cable to,
3-4

disconnecting, 3-12
Tape cartridges
caring for, B-4
CompacTape, 2-20
CompacTape II, 2-20
inserting into TZ30, 2-23
installing software with, B-3
labeling, B-2
making backups with, B-3
removing from TZ30, 2-25
use and storage of, B-1
write-protect switch, B-3
write-protecting, B-3
writing to, B-3
Tape drives
TLZ06 cassette tape drive, 2-14
TLZ07 cassette tape drive, 2-14
TZ30 tape drive, 2-20
TZKI0/11 QIC tape drive, 2-27
Tape/activity LED
location on TLZ06, 2-14
location on TLZ07, 2-14
use with TLZ06, 2-14
use with TLZ07, 2-14
Termi na1 settings, 1-3
Terminator
connecting the SCSI terminator, 4-12
SCSI, 4-7
SCSI terminator remova1, 4-10
Thin Wire Ethernet, 3-4
TEST5F
failure, 3-10
success, 3-10
ThinWire Ethernet
cab1e, 3-4
connecting to, 3-4 to 3-7
connecting to DECconnect faceplate,
~

disconnecting T-connector, 3-12

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ThinWire Ethernet (cont'd)
removing system from, 3-12
setting network select switch for, 3-2
T-connector and terminators, 3-4
ThinWire Ethernet port
icon, 1-5
location, 1-3
use, 1-3
TLZ06, 2-14 to 2-19
accessing, 2-2
cassette tape drive, 2-14
cleaning kit, 2-33
cleaning the heads, 2-33
inserting cassette tapes, 2-17
removing cassette tapes, 2-18
tape/activity LED location, 2-14
tape/activity LED use, 2-14
unload button location, 2-14
unload button use, 2-14
write-protect LED location, 2-14
write-protect LED use, 2-14
TLZ07, 2-14 to 2-19
accessing, 2-2
cassette tape drive, 2-14
c1eaning kit, 2-33
cleaning the heads, 2-33
inserting cassette tapes, 2-17
removing cassette tapes, 2-18
tape/activity LED location, 2-14
tape/activity LED use, 2-14
unload button location, 2-14
unload button use, 2-14
write-protect LED location, 2-14
write-protect LED use, 2-14
Transceiver cable
connecting to system, 3-8
disconnecting, 3-14
TZ30, 2-20 to 2-26
accessing, 2-2
beeper, 2-22
beeper meaning, 2-22
cleaning kit, 2-33
cleaning the heads, 2-33
controls and LEDs, 2-20
inserting tape cartridges, 2-23

TZ30 (cont'd)
LED locations, 2-21
LED meanings, 2-22
operate lever location, 2-21
operate lever use, 2-22
operation, 2-20
power-up test, 2-22
removing tape cartridges, 2-25
tape drive, 2-20
unload button location, 2-21
unload button use, 2-22
TZK10
accessing, 2-2
cleaning the heads, 2-33
TZK10/11 , 2-27 to 2-32
cleaning kit, 2-33
dual-color LED location, 2-27
dual-color LED use, 2-27
eject button location, 2-27
eject button use, 2-27
inserting QIC tapes, 2-29
QIC tape drive, 2-27
removing QIC tapes, 2-31

u
Unload button
location on TLZ06, 2-14
location on TLZ07, 2-14
location on TZ30, 2-21
use with TLZ06, 2-14
use with TLZ07, 2-14
use with TZ30, 2-22

Utilities
SCSI, 2-34
using SCSI drive utilities, 2-34

v
Volume control
location on RRD43, 2-4
use with RRD43, 2-4

w
Write-enable
write enabling cassette tapes, B-10
write enabling QIC tapes, B-8
Write-protect
cassette tape switch, B-10
diskette switch, B-13
protecting cassette tapes, B-10
protecting diskettes, B-12 to B-13
protecting QIC tapes, B-8
protecting tape cartridges, B-3
QIC tape switch, B-8
tape cartridge switch, B-3
Write-protect LED
location <m TLZ06, 2-14
location on TLZ07, 2-14
use with TLZ06, 2-14
use with TLZ07, 2-14
Write-protect switch
cassette tapes, B-9
QIC tapes, B-6

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