Page 1 AlphaServer DS20E AlphaStation DS20E Reference Guide Order Number: ER–K8F6W–UA. B01 This manual is for anyone who manages, operates, or services the Compaq AlphaServer DS20E or AlphaStation DS20E system. It covers operation, firmware, initial troubleshooting, and component installation. Compaq Computer Corporation...
Page 2 WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, GOOD TITLE AND AGAINST INFRINGEMENT. This publication contains information protected by copyright. No part of this publication may be photocopied or reproduced in any form without prior written consent from Compaq Computer Corporation. © 1999 Compaq Computer Corporation.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Hard Disk Drive Storage..................1-18 Power Supplies ...................... 1-19 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Jill Hackett Stevens / Bob Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA. B01 File Name: a-frnt.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 4 Shipment Box....................3-2 Power Requirements ..................3-3 Marking the Installation Area in the Rack ............3-4 Preparing the Rackmount System for the Compaq Rack ........3-5 Installing the System..................3-7 Installing the Cable Management Bracket ............3-9 Connecting the Cables ..................3-10 Preparing the Rackmount System for the Rack..........
Page 5 Hot Swap ......................... 7-9 Drive Carriers ......................7-10 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Jill Hackett Stevens / Bob Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA. B01 File Name: a-frnt.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 6 Boot Problems......................9-6 PCI Bus Problems ....................9-8 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Jill Hackett Stevens / Bob Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA. B01 File Name: a-frnt.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 7 Finding Help ......................11-50 Environment Variable Summary ................. 11-51 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Jill Hackett Stevens / Bob Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA. B01 File Name: a-frnt.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 8 Electrical Specifications..................D-4 Acoustical Data ....................... D-6 Index Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Jill Hackett Stevens / Bob Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA. B01 File Name: a-frnt.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 9 Example 4-4 Booting OpenVMS from the Local CD-ROM Drive...... 4-15 Example 4-5 InfoServer Boot................4-17 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Jill Hackett Stevens / Bob Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA. B01 File Name: a-frnt.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 10 Example 10-2. Sample Remote Dial-In Dialog............. 10-4 Example 10-3. Invoking and Leaving RMC Locally ..........10-6 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Jill Hackett Stevens / Bob Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA. B01 File Name: a-frnt.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 11 Table 1-8 Rear Panel....................1-25 Table 1-9 LED Status..................... 1-27 Table 2-1 System Cable Connections ..............2-6 Table 3-1 Compaq AlphaServer DS20E Documentation........3-11 Table 3-2 Accessories List..................3-13 Table 4-1 OpenVMS Boot Flag Settings ..............4-6 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Jill Hackett Stevens / Bob Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA.
Page 12 Table D-3 Electrical Specifications................. D-4 Table D-2 DS20E Acoustical Data ................. D-6 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Jill Hackett Stevens / Bob Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA. B01 File Name: a-frnt.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 13: About This Guide
About This Guide Intended Audience This guide is for the person who installs, administers, and repairs servers or workstations. Compaq assumes you are qualified in the servicing of computer equipment and trained in recognizing hazards in products with hazardous energy levels.
Page 14: Symbols In Text
Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Jill Hackett Stevens / Bob Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA. B01 File Name: a-frnt.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 15: Rack Stability
A technical support specialist will help you diagnose the problem or guide you to the next step in the warranty process. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Jill Hackett Stevens / Bob Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments:...
Page 16: Compaq Website
Outside North America, call the nearest Compaq Technical Support Phone Center. Telephone numbers for world wide Technical Support Centers are listed on the Compaq website. Access the Compaq website by logging on to the Internet at http://www.compaq.com. Be sure to have the following information available before you call Compaq:...
Page 17: System Overview
Rear panel Storage device LEDs Combination drive and removable bay Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 18: System Introduction
Operate in a commercial application due to remote management features. Operate as a workstation. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 19: Figure 1–1. Rackmount And Pedestal System
The rackmount and pedestal systems are shown in Figure 1–1. Rackmount Pedestal CAT0039 Figure 1–1. Rackmount and Pedestal System Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 20: System Architecture
8 D-chips Banks B-cache B-cache PKW1400-99 Figure 1– 2. System Architecture Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 21: Figure 1–3. Basic System Board
Figure 1–3 shows the basic system board. CAT0030 Figure 1– 3. Basic System Board Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 22: System Features
Operating system Tru64 UNIX, OpenVMS, or Linux (boot support). continued Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 23 Key lock (pedestal only) Limits access to system components. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 24: System Components
Figure 1-4 identifies the main components of the system in a pedestal version. MR0300A Figure 1-4. System Parts Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 25: Table 1-2 System Parts
Power supplies (2 minimum). System features module. SymBios Adapter 895 SCSI Card Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 26: System Features Module
1-5 shows the SFM key features. PK1216A Figure 1-5. System Features Module Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 27: Table 1-3 Sfm Key Features
DP264 system board connector, 20-pin Control panel connector, 10-pin Unused, 10-pin 22V10 PAL chip Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 28: Sfm Switch Pack
LOAD PIC DEFAULTS when on (closed), forces the PIC to its default settings, acting like a reset or refresh to the PIC. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 29: Sfm Status Leds
TEMP OK Indicates the system temperature is below 55 ºC. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 30: System Fan Configuration
The cover connector is found on the SFM at J2, and in Figure 1-5. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 31: Processor Modules
Refer to Chapter 8, “Installing Components,” for instructions on installing additional processors. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 32: Memory
256MB x 4 256MB x 4 256MB x 4 256MB x 4 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 33: Peripheral Component Interconnect (Pci) Backplane
(Enet and Video). Information for installing PCI options is provided in Chapter 8. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 34: Hard Disk Drive Storage
See Figure 1-8. DVA00047 Figure 1-8. 4-slot and 6-slot Storage Subsystems Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 35: Power Supplies
NOTE: With two power supplies, a power supply blank is needed to maintain the proper air flow. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 36: 2-Way Combination Module
82558 chip. Figure 1-10 shows the combination module installed in the system. CAT0042 Figure 1-10. Combination Module Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 37: Operator Control Panel
HALT LED, and four LED indicators for diagnostic faults. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 38: Table 1-6 Control Panel Functions
The system is not powered On. System is powered On. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 39: Figure 1-12. Diagnostic Leds
LED4 = On, = Off 36-49413-03.B01 Figure 1-12. Diagnostic LEDs Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 40: Rear Panel
CAT0019 Figure 1-13. Rear Panel Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 41: Table 1-8 Rear Panel
System fan. Universal Serial Bus Not supported at this time. (USB) Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 42: Storage Device Leds
ROM/FDD shown in Figure 1-15 provides activity LEDs. SC0116 Figure 1-14. Hard Disk Drive Status LED Location Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 43: Table 1-9 Led Status
Green indicates activity. Green indicates power on. Amber indicates fault. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 44: Combination Drive And Removable Bay
FDD drive CAT0050 Figure 1-15. Removable Media Bay and Combination Drive Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 45: User Interface
The operator selects an item from the menu displayed on a screen. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 46: Console Terminal
When a VGA monitor is connected, a keyboard and mouse must also be connected. CAT0053 Figure 1-16. Console Terminal Connections Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 47: System Options
RAID controller Networking and communication Graphics Memory 200-pin, 3.3 volt DIMM Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 48: External Options
If you are an Internet participant, you can obtain information related to the system through the Compaq Web site: http://www.compaq.com Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: b-ch1 System Overview.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:23 PM...
Page 49: Installing The Pedestal
A single person should NOT attempt to install the system. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: c-ch2 Installing The Proliant Alpha 2P Server.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 3:58 PM...
Page 50: Selecting A System Location
Figure 2-1. System Dimensions and Service Area NOTE: See Appendix D for information on environmental conditions. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: c-ch2 Installing The Proliant Alpha 2P Server.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 3:58 PM...
Page 51: Power Requirements
2. See Appendix D for information on specific power supply ratings. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: c-ch2 Installing The Proliant Alpha 2P Server.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 3:58 PM...
Page 52: Shipment Box
CAT0044 Figure 2-3. Unpacking a System Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: c-ch2 Installing The Proliant Alpha 2P Server.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 3:58 PM...
Page 53: Installing The System
CAT0017 Figure 2-4. System Cable Connections Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: c-ch2 Installing The Proliant Alpha 2P Server.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 3:58 PM...
Page 54: Table 2-1 System Cable Connections
10/100Base-T Ethernet networks as used in this connection example. With appropriate options, you can also connect to ThinWire, FDDI, AUI Ethernet, and token ring networks. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments:...
Page 55: Locking Your System
CAT0024 Figure 2-5. System Lock and Key Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: c-ch2 Installing The Proliant Alpha 2P Server.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 3:58 PM...
Page 56 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: DS20E Reference Guide Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: c-ch2 Installing The Proliant Alpha 2P Server.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 3:58 PM...
Page 57: Installing The Rackmount Server
Chapter Installing the Rackmount Server Introduction There are two rack types that the AlphaServer DS20E may be installed into: the H9A10 or H9A15 rack. This chapter discusses both racks. This chapter provides installation procedures for setting up your rack mountable server. The following is an overview of the contents of this chapter.
Page 58: Shipment Box
CAT0011 Figure 3-1. Rackmount Server Shipment Box Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 59: Power Requirements
2. See Appendix D for information on specific power supply ratings. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 60: Marking The Installation Area In The Rack
2. Mark the corresponding hole on the other three rails. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 61: Preparing The Rackmount System For The Compaq Rack
3. Repeat the step for the other chassis slide. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 62: Figure 3-5. Installing Chassis Slides (Rittal Vr Rack)
M6 screw on the front and back of the rack Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 63: Installing The System
CAT0020 Figure 3-6. Installing the System Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 64 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 65: Installing The Cable Management Bracket
4. Attach the cable management bracket to the rack with two M6 screws Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 66: Connecting The Cables
2. Plug in the following connectors: Keyboard Mouse Video Enet Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 67: Preparing The Rackmount System For The Rack
B-IB-H9A15-3-DBM H9A15 M-Series Illustrated Parts EK-H9A15-IP Breakdown Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 68: Figure 3-9. M-Series Rack Accessories
3-12 DS20E Reference Guide CAT0159 Figure 3-9. M-series Rack Accessories Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 69: Table 3-2 Accessories List
Screw, sems, phillips, pan head, square cone washer, M3x6 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 70: Figure 3-10. Attaching Mounting Brackets And Slides
CAUTION: The slides are lightly greased. Handle them carefully to avoid soiling your clothing. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 71 4. Repeat the procedure for the other slide. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 72: Figure 3-11 Attaching Slide Brackets To Slides
Figure 3-11 Attaching Slide Brackets to Slides. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 73 Repeat the entire procedure for the other slide. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 74: Preparing The Rack
Front CAT0161A Figure 3-12. Attaching Slide Brackets Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 75: Attaching Slides Brackets
3. Repeat the procedure for the other rail. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 76: Stabilizing The Rack
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Page 77: Installing The System
2. Depress the green release button on each side and slide the system completely into the rack. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 78: Figure 3-15. Attaching The System To The Rack
4. Install 6-32 hex head shipping screws and tighten. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 79: Installing The Interlock System
CAT0154 Figure 3-16. Installing the Interlock System Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 80 7. Tighten the Allen screws on the actuator latch. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 81: Installing The Cable Management Arm
2. Attach the cable management bracket to the rack with two M6 screws. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 82: Dressing The Cables
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Page 83: Attaching The Front Bezel
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Page 84 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: d-ch3 Installing a Rack System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:25 PM...
Page 85: Booting And Installing An Operating System
FIS documentation included with your system to boot your operating system for the first time. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: e-ch4 Operating the System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 86: Setting Boot Options For Tru64 Unix Or Openvms
Enter the show device command for a list of all devices in the system. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: e-ch4 Operating the System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 87 (ISL) boot program. P00>>> set boot_file apb_0712 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: e-ch4 Operating the System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 88 Specifying “D” forces a full dump at system crash. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: e-ch4 Operating the System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 89 10080 executes both the 80 and 10000 flag settings. See Table 4-1. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: e-ch4 Operating the System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 90: Table 4-1 Openvms Boot Flag Settings
P00>>> set boot_osflags 0,80 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: e-ch4 Operating the System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 91 Example P00>>> set ewa0_inet_init bootp Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: e-ch4 Operating the System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 92 P00>>> set ewa0_protocols bootp P00>>> show ewa0_protocols ewa0_protocols bootp Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: e-ch4 Operating the System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 93: Booting Tru64 Unix
= 1045600 = 1603520 Starting at 0xfffffc00005671e0 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: e-ch4 Operating the System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 94 In Example 4-1, boot flags have already been set. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: e-ch4 Operating the System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 95: Example 4-2 Ris Boot
P00>>> set ewa0_inet_init bootp P00>>> boot ewa0 Da Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: e-ch4 Operating the System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 96 6. For complete instructions on booting Tru64 UNIX over the network, see the Tru64 UNIX Installation Guide. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: e-ch4 Operating the System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 97: Starting A Tru64 Unix Installation
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Page 98 See the Tru64 UNIX Installation Guide for complete installation instructions. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: e-ch4 Operating the System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 99: Booting Openvms
OpenVMS (TM) Alpha Operating System, Version V7.1-2 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: e-ch4 Operating the System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 100 [SYS0.EXE] on device DKA0. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: e-ch4 Operating the System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 101: Example 4-5 Infoserver Boot
Display menu Help Choose service Select options Stop Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: e-ch4 Operating the System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 102 7. For complete instructions on booting OpenVMS from the InfoServer, see the OpenVMS installation document. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: e-ch4 Operating the System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 103: Starting An Openvms Installation
2. Choose option 1 (Install or upgrade OpenVMS Alpha). To create the system disk, see the OpenVMS installation document. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: e-ch4 Operating the System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 104: Powering Off The System
Next, unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: e-ch4 Operating the System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 105: Booting Linux
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Page 106 Red Hat Linux release 6.0 (Hedwig) Kernel 2.2.12 on an alpha peng1 login: Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: e-ch4 Operating the System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 107: Switching Between Operating Systems
Otherwise, you risk corrupting data on the system disk. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: e-ch4 Operating the System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 108 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: e-ch4 Operating the System.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 109: Reconfiguring The System
PCI option cards Determining SCSI storage device IDs Updating firmware Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: f-ch5 Reconfiguring the System.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 4:20 PM...
Page 110: Alphabios Console Configuration Options
Refer to Chapter 6 for further details on “Displaying the System Configuration.” Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: f-ch5 Reconfiguring the System.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 4:20 PM...
Page 111: Memory Configuration
WARNING: Before installing a memory module, turn off all power to the system. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: f-ch5 Reconfiguring the System.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 4:20 PM...
Page 112: Table 5-1 Memory Bank And Connector Numbering
Memory Bank and Connector Numbering Reference Number Connector Number Bank Number Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: f-ch5 Reconfiguring the System.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 4:20 PM...
Page 113: Network Configuration
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Page 114: Isa Options
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Page 115: Figure 5-5. Isa And Pci Option Slots
WARNING: Before installing ISA bus options, turn off all power to the system. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: f-ch5 Reconfiguring the System.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 4:20 PM...
Page 116: Verifying The System Configuration
All ISA network cards are displayed. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: f-ch5 Reconfiguring the System.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 4:20 PM...
Page 117: Pci Option Modules
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Page 118: Determining The Scsi Storage Device Id
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Page 119: Updating The Firmware
To update the firmware using the network, refer to the Read Me instructions on the Web server. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: f-ch5 Reconfiguring the System.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 4:20 PM...
Page 120 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: FR-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: f-ch5 Reconfiguring the System.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 4:20 PM...
Page 121: Using The Alphabios
Upgrading AlphaBIOS (updating firmware) Utilities - Running a configuration utility Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: g-ch6 Using the AlphaBIOS.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 4:37 PM...
Page 122: Starting Alphabios
Press <F2> to enter SETUP CAT0100 Figure 6-1. AlphaBIOS Boot Screen Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: g-ch6 Using the AlphaBIOS.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 4:37 PM...
Page 123: Figure 6-2. Alphabios Setup Screen
Press ENTER to partition or format hard disks. ESC=Exit PK-0916-96 Figure 6-2. AlphaBIOS Setup Screen Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: g-ch6 Using the AlphaBIOS.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 4:37 PM...
Page 124: Keyboard Conventions And Help
Discard changes and/or backup to previous screen. ENTER=Continue PK-0725-96 Figure 6-3. Second-Level Help Screen Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: g-ch6 Using the AlphaBIOS.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 4:37 PM...
Page 125: Running Alphabios From A Serial Terminal
Ctrl + W Backspace Ctrl + H Ctrl + [ Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: g-ch6 Using the AlphaBIOS.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 4:37 PM...
Page 126: Upgrading Alphabios (Updating Firmware)
ENTER=Select ESC=Exit PK0916a Figure 6-4. Loading Dialogue Box Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: g-ch6 Using the AlphaBIOS.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 4:37 PM...
Page 127: Figure 6-5. Upgrading Srm Console Dialogue Box
4. Press F10 to Continue or ESC. to Abort. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: g-ch6 Using the AlphaBIOS.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 4:37 PM...
Page 128: Figure 6-6. Upgrading Status Dialogue Box
ESC=Abort PK0916c Figure 6-6. Upgrading Status Dialogue Box Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: g-ch6 Using the AlphaBIOS.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 4:37 PM...
Page 129: Figure 6-7. Upgrade Complete Dialogue Box
5. Press Enter to Continue or ESC to Abort. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: g-ch6 Using the AlphaBIOS.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 4:37 PM...
Page 130: Utilities
Configuration utilities (also called maintenance programs) are run directly from the AlphaBIOS Utility menu. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: g-ch6 Using the AlphaBIOS.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 4:37 PM...
Page 131 Location field. Use Alt+Down arrow when a list box is selected to open the list. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: g-ch6 Using the AlphaBIOS.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 4:37 PM...
Page 132 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: g-ch6 Using the AlphaBIOS.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 4:37 PM...
Page 133: Using The Storage Subsystems
Multimode SCSI termination Combination CD-ROM and floppy dirve Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: h-ch7 Using the Storage Subsystem.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:13 AM...
Page 134: Storage Subsystem Overview
Figure 7-1. 4-Slot and 6-Slot Storage Subsystems Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: h-ch7 Using the Storage Subsystem.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:13 AM...
Page 135: Table 7–1 Storage Subsystem Specification Overview
NOTE: LVD is only implemented through a plug-in SCSI LVD controller option card. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: h-ch7 Using the Storage Subsystem.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:13 AM...
Page 136: Comparing The Two Storage Subsystems
Subsystem-to-Subsystem Two 68-pin connectors (In/Out) SCSI connection Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: h-ch7 Using the Storage Subsystem.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:13 AM...
Page 137: Scsi Bus Controller
CAT0150 Figure 7-2. SCSI Cable Connections Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: h-ch7 Using the Storage Subsystem.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:13 AM...
Page 138: Disk Drive Configuration
IDs for a vertically installed storage cage for the storage subsystems. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: h-ch7 Using the Storage Subsystem.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:13 AM...
Page 139: Figure 7-3. 4-Slot Backplane Drive Connectors
Using the Storage Subsystems SC0118 Figure 7-3 4-Slot Backplane Drive Connectors Table 7-2 4-Slot SCSI ID Orientation Backplane Connector Slot No. SCSI ID...
Page 140: Figure 7-4. 6-Slot Backplane Drive Connectors
7-8 DS20E Reference Guide SC0119 Figure 7-4 6-Slot Backplane Drive Connectors Table 7-3 6-Slot SCSI ID Orientation Backplane Connector Slot No. SCSI ID...
Page 141: Hot Swap
A drive should only be removed when the Activity LED is off. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: h-ch7 Using the Storage Subsystem.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:13 AM...
Page 142: Drive Carriers
Figure 7-5. 1.0 and 1.6-Inch Drive Carriers Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: h-ch7 Using the Storage Subsystem.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:13 AM...
Page 143: Removing The Drive Carriers
Figure 7-6. Removing a Drive from a Carrier Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: h-ch7 Using the Storage Subsystem.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:13 AM...
Page 144: Drive Status Leds
SC0116 Figure 7-7. Drive Status LED Location Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: h-ch7 Using the Storage Subsystem.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:13 AM...
Page 145: Table 7-5 Led Status
Green indicates drive state. Amber indicates drive state fault. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: h-ch7 Using the Storage Subsystem.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:13 AM...
Page 146: Installing Drive Carriers
CAT0054 Figure 7-8. Installing the Drive Carrier Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: h-ch7 Using the Storage Subsystem.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:13 AM...
Page 147: Figure 7-9. Removing The Drive Carrier
SC0114 Figure 7-9. Removing the Drive Carrier Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: h-ch7 Using the Storage Subsystem.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:13 AM...
Page 148: Configuring And Expanding Your Storage System
SCSI system board connection Single 4-slot subsystem Single 6-slot subsystem Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: h-ch7 Using the Storage Subsystem.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:13 AM...
Page 149: Connecting A Single 4-Slot Subsystem
Figure 7-10. Connections for a Single 4-Slot Subsystem Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: h-ch7 Using the Storage Subsystem.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:13 AM...
Page 150: Connecting A Single 6-Slot Subsystem
Figure 7-11. Connections for a Single 6-Slot Subsystem Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: h-ch7 Using the Storage Subsystem.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:13 AM...
Page 151: Multimode Scsi Termination
CAT0016 Figure 7-12. Combination Drive LED Locations Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: h-ch7 Using the Storage Subsystem.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:13 AM...
Page 152: Removing And Replacing A Combination Drive
CAT0041 Figure 7-13. Removing the Combination Drive Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: h-ch7 Using the Storage Subsystem.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:13 AM...
Page 153: Spare Removable Media Bay
CAT0127 Figure 7-14. Spare Removable Media Bay Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: h-ch7 Using the Storage Subsystem.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:13 AM...
Page 154: Installing A Drive In The Spare Removable Media Bay
Figure 7-15. Installing a Drive in the Removable Media Bay Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: h-ch7 Using the Storage Subsystem.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:13 AM...
Page 155: External Scsi Expansion
For best performance, wide devices should be operated in wide SCSI mode. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: h-ch7 Using the Storage Subsystem.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:13 AM...
Page 156 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: h-ch7 Using the Storage Subsystem.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:13 AM...
Page 157: Installing Components
Other Components” should be handled by qualified service personnel only. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: i-ch8 Installing Components.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 158: Preparing To Install Or Remove Components
Antistatic wrist strap Option board kit or device kit, if necessary Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: i-ch8 Installing Components.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 159: Before You Begin Removal
2. Slide the panel forward. 3. Replace the screw. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: i-ch8 Installing Components.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 160: To Remove The Top Cover On A Rackmount
8-4 DS20E Reference Guide CAT0028 Figure 8-2. Attaching the Antistatic Wrist Strap To Remove the Top Cover on a Rackmount 1. Remove the bezel. 2. Remove the top cover from the chassis by turning the thumb screw. 3. Remove the panel. 4.
Page 161: To Replace The Top Cover On A Rackmount
Figure 8-3. Removing/Replacing the Top Cover on a Rackmount Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: i-ch8 Installing Components.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 162: Removing And Installing Processor Modules
Use an anti-static wrist strap when servicing any part of the system. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: i-ch8 Installing Components.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 163: Installing A Processor Module
6. Remove the processor from its shipping container. 7. Insert the processor into the empty socket. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: i-ch8 Installing Components.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 164: Figure 8-4. Installing The Second Processor
8-8 DS20E Reference Guide CAT0040 Figure 8-4. Installing the Second Processor 1. Screw down the retainer screws. 2. Replace the side panel cover (top cover for rack system). See Figure 8-1 for replacing the system cover. 3. Push server back in the rack. If you need more information see Chapter 3 for the installation procedure.
Page 165 If a rapid cycle occurs, check that both processors are present. If they are not present, press the Reset button. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: i-ch8 Installing Components.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 166: Removing And Installing Memory Dimms
NOTE: A maximum of 4 GB of memory may be used with the system. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: i-ch8 Installing Components.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 167: Table 8-1 Memory Bank Location
Memory Bank Location Reference Number Connector Number Bank Number Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: i-ch8 Installing Components.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 168: To Remove A Memory Dimm
2. Pull the memory DIMM out. CAT0125 Figure 8-6. Removing a Memory DIMM Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: i-ch8 Installing Components.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 169: To Install A Memory Dimm
The system will test memory during initialization. CAT0124 Figure 8-7. Installing a Memory DIMM Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: i-ch8 Installing Components.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 170: Removing And Installing Option Modules
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Page 171: Installing And Removing An Option Module
PCI (slot 6) and ISA slot. CAT0046 Figure 8-8. System Board with Numbered Slots Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: i-ch8 Installing Components.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 172: Figure 8-9. Pci Module Cable Connection
“Preparing to Install or Remove Components.” CAT0035 Figure 8-9. PCI Module Cable Connection Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: i-ch8 Installing Components.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 173: Figure 8-10. Installing Or Removing An Option Module
CAT0037 Figure 8-10. Installing or Removing an Option Module Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: i-ch8 Installing Components.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 174: Installing Storage Devices
4. Plug in the other end of the SCSI cable to the SCSI connection on the rear of the storage backplane. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: i-ch8 Installing Components.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:40 PM...
Page 175: Removing And Replacing Other Components
Installing Components 8-19 CAT0055 Figure 8-11 Installing a Tape Drive In to the Removable Media Bay Removing and Replacing Other Components You may require assistance for the removal and replacement of the following components: Œ System board Œ System management board Œ...
Page 176: Figure 8-12. Wide Scsi Dual Connector Cable For Standard Bulkhead Connector
8-20 DS20E Reference Guide CAT0036 Figure 8-12. Wide SCSI Dual Connector Cable for Standard Bulkhead Connector...
Page 177: Troubleshooting
Monitor and terminal problems Keyboard and mouse problems Printer problems Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: j-ch9 Troubleshooting.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:06 PM...
Page 178: Troubleshooting Overview
The system repeatedly shuts down after 10 seconds. Overheating problems. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: j-ch9 Troubleshooting.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:06 PM...
Page 179: System Error Beep Codes
3-3-3 Failure of onboard SCSI Call your service representative. controller. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: j-ch9 Troubleshooting.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:06 PM...
Page 180: Power Problems
A failure of the fan causes the system to shut down after a few seconds. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: j-ch9 Troubleshooting.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:06 PM...
Page 181: Overheating Problems
Refer to Table 9-3, “Troubleshooting Power Problems” to troubleshoot power supply problems and fan failure. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: j-ch9 Troubleshooting.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:06 PM...
Page 182: Boot Problems
Verify that you have the correct firmware revision for your system. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: j-ch9 Troubleshooting.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:06 PM...
Page 183: Table 9-5 Hot-Swap Drive Status Leds
NOTE: The highest number priority is displayed when multiple conditions exist. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: j-ch9 Troubleshooting.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:06 PM...
Page 184: Pci Bus Problems
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Page 185: Monitor And Terminal Problems
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Page 186: Keyboard And Mouse Problems
Verify that the printer is correctly cabled to the system and refer to the printer’s documentation if necessary. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: j-ch9 Troubleshooting.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:06 PM...
Page 187: Managing The System Remotely
Using the RMC switch pack Troubleshooting guide Modem dialog details Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: k-ch10 Managing the System Remotely.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:33 PM...
Page 188: Rmc Overview
You can, however, use the RMC halt command during power-up to force a halt assertion. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: k-ch10 Managing the System Remotely.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:33 PM...
Page 189: First-Time Setup
ENET CAT0017 Figure 10-1. RMC Connections Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: k-ch10 Managing the System Remotely.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:33 PM...
Page 190: Dialing In And Invoking Rmc
RMC escape sequence. The local terminal displays any SRM console output entered remotely. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: k-ch10 Managing the System Remotely.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:33 PM...
Page 191 NOTE: Auto hangup can take a minute or more, and the local terminal is locked out until the auto hangup is completed. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: k-ch10 Managing the System Remotely.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:33 PM...
Page 192: Using Rmc Locally Or With A Modem On Com1
Focus returned to COM port Example 10-3. Invoking and Leaving RMC Locally Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: k-ch10 Managing the System Remotely.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:33 PM...
Page 193: Rmc Commands
Displays system status and sensors. status Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: k-ch10 Managing the System Remotely.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:33 PM...
Page 194 The halt command can be used to force a halt assertion. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: k-ch10 Managing the System Remotely.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:33 PM...
Page 195 2. Reconnect the power cord and press the On/Off button to the on position. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: k-ch10 Managing the System Remotely.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:33 PM...
Page 196 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: k-ch10 Managing the System Remotely.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:33 PM...
Page 197 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: k-ch10 Managing the System Remotely.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:33 PM...
Page 198 The following is an example of the display. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: k-ch10 Managing the System Remotely.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:33 PM...
Page 199: Table 10-2 Rmc Status Command Fields
Indicates whether power to the system is on or off. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: k-ch10 Managing the System Remotely.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:33 PM...
Page 200: Using The Rmc Switch Pack
, and again in Figure 10-5 below. The default position Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: k-ch10 Managing the System Remotely.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:33 PM...
Page 201: Uses Of The Switch Pack
RMC altogether. The following are conditions when you might want to change the factory settings. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: k-ch10 Managing the System Remotely.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:33 PM...
Page 202: Changing A Switch Setting
RMC command mode, if desired. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: k-ch10 Managing the System Remotely.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:33 PM...
Page 203: Resetting The Rmc To Factory Defaults
RMC command mode: ^]^]RMC Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: k-ch10 Managing the System Remotely.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:33 PM...
Page 204: Troubleshooting Guide
“new line” is not carriage return by itself. carriage return. selected. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: k-ch10 Managing the System Remotely.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:33 PM...
Page 205: Modem Dialog Details
NOTE: All modem commands must be terminated with a <cr> character (0x0d hex). Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: k-ch10 Managing the System Remotely.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:33 PM...
Page 206 AT&T Dataport 14.4/FAX at&fe0v0x0s0=2 Hayes Smartmodem Optima 288 V-34/V.FC + Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: k-ch10 Managing the System Remotely.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 1:33 PM...
Page 207: Using The Srm Console
Chapter Using the SRM Console The SRM console is the command line interface that supports the Compaq Tru64 UNIX and OpenVMS operating systems. The SRM console is used to bootstrap the operating system, configure and test the system hardware, examine system options for errors, and set or change environment variables.
Page 208 Initializing the system Finding help Environment variable summary Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 209: Invoking The Srm Console
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Page 210: Command Summary
Displays or modifies parameters for ISA devices. Runs the Loadable Firmware Update Utility. continued Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 211 Halts the specified processor. (Same as halt.) Runs firmware diagnostics for the system. test Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 212: Table 11-2 Syntax For Srm Console Commands
The console program ignores leading and trailing spaces. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 213: Table 11-3 Special Characters For Srm Console
Resumes output to the console terminal that was suspended by Ctrl/S. continued Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 214 Control characters are not considered part of a comment. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 215: Displaying The System Configuration
Total Good Memory = 128 MBytes PCI Hose 00 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 216 Device Name Type Enabled BaseAddr MOUSE Embedded Embedded Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 217: Example 11-1. Show Config Command
The show cpu command displays the status of each CPU. The syntax is: show cpu Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 218: Example 11-3. Show Device Command
An example of a device name is dka200.2.0.7.1. Table 11-4 shows the interpretation of this device name. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 219: Table 11-4 Device Naming Convention
PCI device PCI device PCI device PCI device Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 220: Example 11-4. Show Memory Command
Alpha processors. It implements architecturally defined processor behavior. The syntax is: show pal Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 221: Example 11-6. Show Power Command
(If it cannot, use the RMC status command. See Chapter 6.) Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 222: Example 11-7. Show Version Command
The syntax is: show version Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 223: Creating A Power-Up Script
To clear the script, enter line numbers without any text. This deletes the lines. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 224 Halt button while the system is powering up. You can then edit the script to delete the offending command. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 225: Booting The Operating System
Welcome to OpenVMS (TM) Alpha Operating System, Version 7.1-2 Username: Example 11-10. Boot Command Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 226 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 227: Configuring The System
P00>>> set host -dup dua101 starting DIRECT on pua0.3.0.8.0 (RF0700) Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 228: Example 11-11. Set Host Command
DSSI device. The syntax is: Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 229 The device to attach to the console program. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 230: Configuring The Isa Bus
80000000 irq3: 80000000 ================================================================= handle: KBD dev: 1 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 231 LPT1 dev: 4 iobase0: 3bc iobase1: 8000000000000000 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 232: Example 11-12. Isacfg Command
The name of the field followed by the value to be deposited in it. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 233: Testing The System
System test complete P00>>> Example 11-13. Test Command Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 234 Sets the environment variable d_verbose to zero. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 235: Making The System Secure
The password length must be between 15 and 30 alphanumeric characters. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 236: Example 11-15. Set Secure Command
The console boots using the environment variables stored in NVRAM Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 237 This prevents an intruder from accessing the system. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 238: Example 11-16. Login Command
See RMC Commands for information on halt assertion. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 239: Example 11-17. Clear Password Command
Console is secure P00>>> Example 11-17. Clear Password Command Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 240 Halt button or RMC halt command, as described in the section on the login command. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 241: Stopping And Starting Cpus
CPU 1 Example 11-18. Halt and Continue Commands Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 242 NOTE: Other commands that alter machine state are lfu, show device, and test. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 243: Updating Firmware
? or Help Scrolls this function table. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 244: Example 11-19. Lfu Command
LFU. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 245: Forcing A System Crash Dump
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Page 246: Using Environment Variables
Environment Variable Summary describes the environment variables in detail. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 247 The name of the environment variable to be displayed. The wildcard * displays all environment variables. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 248: Example 11-22. Creating A User-Defined Environment Variable
This speeds up MOP booting on networks with MOP V3 software. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 249: Depositing And Examining Data
28 ( R5) 000000000FFFE000 grp: 30 ( R6) 00000003F8000C00 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 250: Example 11-24. Examine Command
For data lengths longer than a longword, each longword of data should be separated by a space. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 251 Virtual memory. data Data to be deposited. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 252 The location addressed by the last location referenced in a deposit or examine command. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 253: Reading A File
NOTE: If you misspell the word more, the console hangs. Enter Ctrl/x to remove the hang condition. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 254: Initializing The System
SROM Revision: V1.82 Rev 4.14 Arbiter Rev 2.10 (0x1) Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 255: Example 11-26. Initialize Command
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Page 256: Finding Help
Displays information about all commands that begin “sh”) with that string. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 257: Environment Variable Summary
Specifies the default console keyboard type. type continued Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 258 Enables or disables login to the SRM console firmware on tt_allow_login other console ports. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 259 Enter the command show device for a list of all devices in the system. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 260 (logical OR). See Table 11-7. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 261: Table 11-7 Settings For Boot_Osflags Bootflags (Openvms)
(for example, set com2_baud xxx). Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 262 The options for hex_digit are 0 and 1 (hexadecimal). Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 263 If not successful, it then attempts the bootp protocol. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 264 Reset button or issuing the initialize command. The syntax is: set language language_code Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 265 The variable message can be up to 16 characters and must be enclosed in quotation marks. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 266 OpenVMS is the default operating system, and the SRM firmware is started during power-up or reset. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 267 Enables PCI parity checking. Disables PCI parity checking. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 268 The value for scsi_node_id is the bus node ID, a number from 0 to 7. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 269 Enables login through the COM2 port or a graphics monitor. 1 (default) Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 270 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: l-ch11 Using the SRM Console.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 2:05 PM...
Page 271: Regulatory Compliance Notices
FCC logo or ID on the label. Once the class of the device is determined, refer to the following corresponding statement. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Youngng Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E Systemem Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA. A0101 File Name: m-appa.dococ Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:26...
Page 272: Class A Equipment
être demandé à l'utilisateur de prendre les mesures appropriées. [BCIQ]: [VCCI]: Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA. A01 File Name: m-appa.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:26 AM...
Page 273: Declaration Of Conformity For Products Marked With Fcc Logo, United States Only
To identify this product, refer to the Series number found on the product. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA. A01 File Name: m-appa.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:26 AM...
Page 274: Modifications
A-4 DS20E Reference Guide Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Compaq Computer Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Cables...
Page 275: European Union Notice
EN50082-1 (IEC801-2, IEC801-3, IEC801-4) - Electromagnetic Immunity EN60950 (IEC950) - Product Safety Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA. A01 File Name: m-appa.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:26 AM...
Page 276: Safety Interlocks
Laser Devices The CD-ROM drive contains a laser device. All Compaq systems equipped with a laser device comply with safety standards, including International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 825. With specific regard to the laser, the equipment complies with laser product performance standards set by government agencies as a Class 1 laser product.
Page 277: Laser Safety Warnings
Do not operate controls, make adjustments, or perform procedures to a laser device other than those specified herein or in the CD-ROM drive installation guide. Allow only Compaq Authorized Service Technicians to repair the laser equipment. Compliance with CDRH Regulations The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S.
Page 278: Laser Information
Your computer is provided with a battery powered Real-Time Clock circuit. There is a danger of explosion and risk of personal injury if the battery is incorrectly replaced or mistreated. Replacement is to be done by a Compaq Authorized Service Provider using the Compaq spare designated for this product.
Page 279: Mouse Compliance Statement
Batteries, battery packs, and accumulators should not be disposed of together with the general household waste. In order to forward them to recycling or proper disposal, please use the public collection system or return them to Compaq, your authorized Compaq Partners, or their agents. Mouse Compliance Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 280 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Youngng Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E Systemem Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA. A0101 File Name: m-appa.dococ Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:26...
Page 281: Electrostatic Discharge Information
Always be properly grounded when touching a static-sensitive component or assembly. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA. A01 File Name: n-appb.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:26 AM...
Page 282: Grounding Methods
NOTE: For more information on static electricity, or assistance with product installation, contact your Authorized Compaq Reseller. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA. A01 File Name: n-appb.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:26 AM...
Page 283: Power Cord Requirements
The power cord set meets the requirements for use in the country where you purchased your equipment. Power cord sets for use in other countries must meet the requirements of the country where you use the system. For more information on power cord set requirements, contact your Authorized Compaq Dealer. General Requirements The requirements listed below are applicable to all countries: The length of the power cord must be at least 6.0 feet (1.8 m) and a...
Page 284: Country-Specific Requirements
Italy Japan Norway NEMKO Sweden SEMKO Switzerland United Kingdom United States Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA. A01 File Name: o-appc.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:26 AM...
Page 285 Japanese Industrial Standard C8303 (7A, 125V) configuration. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA. A01 File Name: o-appc.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:26 AM...
Page 286 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA. A01 File Name: o-appc.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:26 AM...
Page 287: Appendix D System Specifications
Left Side None None Right Side None None (continued) Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: p-appd System Specifications.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:26 AM...
Page 288 1,000 lbs 1,408 lbs / 640 kg (maximum)) Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: p-appd System Specifications.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:26 AM...
Page 289: Environmental Specifications
7.5 G, 1 0+/- 3 ms 5.0 G, 10 +/- 3 ms Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: p-appd System Specifications.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:26 AM...
Page 290: Electrical Specifications
120V non-removable NEMA Cabinet L5-30P or 200-240V non-removable IEC 309 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: p-appd System Specifications.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:26 AM...
Page 291 Note: Power supplies are universal, PFC, auto ranging, 100/240 Vac Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: p-appd System Specifications.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:26 AM...
Page 292: Acoustical Data
Leerlauf Betrieb mit 0xHDD mit 1xHDD Aktuelle Werte für speziele Ausrüstungsstufen sind uber die Compaq Computer Vertretungen erhältelich. 1 B = 10 dBA. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: p-appd System Specifications.doc Last Saved On: 10/4/99 11:26 AM...
Page 293 SRM 11-51, 11-54 SRM 11-51, 11-53 OpenVMS 11-54 Tru64 UNIX 11-54 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Guide Title Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: x-index.doc Last Saved On: 10/1/99 3:00 PM...
Page 294 5-3 Device ID network 5-5 SCSI storage 5-10 Configuration Utility Disk Drive Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Guide Title Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: x-index.doc Last Saved On: 10/1/99 3:00 PM...
Page 295 SRM 11-4, 11-50 SRM 11-51, 11-57 Hot Plug ew*0_protocols environment description 7-9 variable 4-8 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Guide Title Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: x-index.doc Last Saved On: 10/1/99 3:00 PM...
Page 296 SRM 11-4, 11-36, specifying default 11-60 11-37 Operating System Locking booting 11-19 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Guide Title Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: x-index.doc Last Saved On: 10/1/99 3:00 PM...
Page 297 Power Cord C defaults 10-17 Power Problems troubleshooting 10-18 troubleshooting 9-4 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Guide Title Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: x-index.doc Last Saved On: 10/1/99 3:00 PM...
Page 298 11-3 removable bay 8-18 SRM console 11-1–11-63 SCSI Expansion invoking 11-3 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Guide Title Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: x-index.doc Last Saved On: 10/1/99 3:00 PM...
Page 299 OpenVMS 11-54 features 1-6 boot_osflags, Tru64 initializing 11-48 UNIX 11-54 installing the rackmount 3-7 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Guide Title Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: x-index.doc Last Saved On: 10/1/99 3:00 PM...
Page 300 1-29 Testing the system 11-1, 11-27 Testing the system (all operating systems) 11-27 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Robert Young Project: Guide Title Comments: Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: x-index.doc Last Saved On: 10/1/99 3:00 PM...

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Compaq AlphaServer DS20E Reference Manual

About this Guide

Chapter 1 System Overview

Chapter 2 Installing the Pedestal

Chapter 3 Installing the Rackmount Server

Chapter 4 Booting and Installing an Operating System

Chapter 5 Reconfiguring the System

Chapter 6 Using the Alphabios

Chapter 7 Using the Storage Subsystems

Chapter 8 Installing Components

Chapter 9 Troubleshooting

Chapter 10 Managing the System Remotely

Chapter 11 Using the SRM Console

Appendix A Regulatory Compliance Notices

Appendix B Electrostatic Discharge Information

Appendix C Power Cord Requirements

Appendix D System Specifications

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