StorageWorks FamilySF200 DECarray Installation GuideOrder Number: EK–SF2XX–IG. D01This manual describes installing and configuring the SF200 DECarrayca
6–6 Installing the Weldment Brackets . . ... 6–176–7 Chassis Retainers ... 6–186–8 Securing the SF7x to
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray CabinetTable 5–1 SF3x Required Tool ListDescription Part NumberLifting device FC–10117–AC#0 Philli
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.1 Unpacking the SF3x Storage EnclosureTable 5–2 SF35 Kit ContentsDescription Quantity Par
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.2 Where to Install the SF3x Storage Enclosure5.2 Where to Install the SF3x Storage Enclos
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.2 Where to Install the SF3x Storage EnclosureFigure 5–1 DECarray Storage Enclosure Locati
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.3 Checking the System Configuration Sheet5.3 Checking the System Configuration SheetLocate
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.3 Checking the System Configuration SheetFigure 5–2 Single-System Configuration SheetDevice
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.3 Checking the System Configuration SheetFigure 5–3 DSSI VAXcluster Configuration Sheet (Tw
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.3 Checking the System Configuration SheetFigure 5–4 DSSI VAXcluster Configuration Sheet (Th
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.4 Installation Procedure5.4 Installation ProcedureThis section describes the step-by-step
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.4 Installation ProcedureFigure 5–5 Removing a Filler PanelSTORAGEENCLOSUREFILLER PANELMAG
8–12 Installing the DSSI Cables... 8–288–13 Installing the 42-Inch DSSI Cable (Position 5) . ... 8–318–14 Installing th
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.4 Installation Procedure5.4.2 Hardware Installation ProceduresPerform the following steps
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.4 Installation ProcedureFigure 5–6 AC Power Cord RetainerSCALED .70 FROM IGS-CLAMP-ASSY.D
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.4 Installation Procedure2. Install the slide mount and associated hardware (Figure 5–7).T
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.4 Installation Procedureh. While facing the rear of the cabinet, install two 7/16-inch sh
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.4 Installation Procedurel. From the front of the cabinet, install the upper and lower wel
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.4 Installation ProcedureFigure 5–8 Installing the Weldment BracketsNOTE:This illustration
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.4 Installation Procedure3. Install the SF3x storage enclosure.a. Install both chassis ret
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.4 Installation Procedureb. At the front of the cabinet, hoist the SF3x assembly by using
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.4 Installation ProcedureFigure 5–10 Securing the SF3x to the Weldment BracketsSHR-X0132A-
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.4 Installation Procedure4. Adjust the SF3x OCP mount (Figure 5–11) to the LEFT for positi
D–10 Fully Configured DSSI VAXcluster DECarray . . ... D–24D–11 DSSI VAXcluster Bus Configurations ... D–25D–12 DSSI VAXcluster C
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.4 Installation Procedure5. Make sure the DSSI node ID assignments are correct. The DSSI n
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.4 Installation ProcedureFigure 5–12 SF3x Transition Module DSSI Node ID SwitchesON ADF04S
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.4 Installation ProcedureTable 5–4 DSSI Node ID Switch Settings for SF3x Storage Enclosure
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.4 Installation ProcedureTable 5–4 (Cont.) DSSI Node ID Switch Settings for SF3x Storage E
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.4 Installation ProcedureCAUTIONObserve all ESD precautions and procedures. An antistatic
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.4 Installation ProcedureFigure 5–13 SF3x Enclosure Front View with Front Cover RemovedABC
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.4 Installation ProcedureFigure 5–14 SF3x Storage Enclosure Rear View with Rear Cover Remo
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.5 Cabling the SF3x in the DECarray Cabinet5.5 Cabling the SF3x in the DECarray CabinetThi
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.5 Cabling the SF3x in the DECarray CabinetFigure 5–16 DSSI VAXcluster Bus ConfigurationsMA
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.5 Cabling the SF3x in the DECarray Cabinet5.5.1 Through-Bus ConfigurationUse the following
6–3 DSSI ID Switch Settings (SF7x Only) ... 6–246–4 DECarray I/O Ports for DSSI VAXcluster Configurations . . . 6–486–5 SF7x Factory-Set
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.5 Cabling the SF3x in the DECarray Cabinet5. Find the next KFMSA module installed in the
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.5 Cabling the SF3x in the DECarray Cabinet6. Route the DSSI cable under the cable retaine
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.5 Cabling the SF3x in the DECarray CabinetFigure 5–18 Cabling an SF3x in Through-Bus Mode
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.5 Cabling the SF3x in the DECarray Cabinet4. Install a 70-inch DSSI cable (PN BC21R–5L) i
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.5 Cabling the SF3x in the DECarray Cabinet5.5.2 Split-Bus ConfigurationPerform the followi
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.5 Cabling the SF3x in the DECarray Cabinet13. Replace the cable tray.14. Replace the rear
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.5 Cabling the SF3x in the DECarray CabinetFigure 5–20 Cabling an SF3x in Split-Bus ModeMA
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.6 Powering Up the SF3x Enclosure5.6 Powering Up the SF3x EnclosureFollow these steps to a
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.6 Powering Up the SF3x Enclosure5.6.1 Updating the System Configuration SheetOnce the encl
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.7 Labeling the DSSI Cables5.7.1 Filling Out the LabelsFollow the steps on the inside of t
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.8 DSSI Subsystem Final Verification5.8 DSSI Subsystem Final VerificationOnce the hardware i
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.9 Installing a SF36-xx Storage Enclosure in a SF2xx CabinetTable 5–5 SF3x Factory-Set DSS
Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet5.9 Installing a SF36-xx Storage Enclosure in a SF2xx CabinetFigure 5–22 Chassis Retainers
6Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in aDECarray CabinetThis chapter describes the add-on installation of the SF7x storage enclosureinto a DECarray
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray CabinetTable 6–1 lists the tools required to install the SF7x enclosure into theDECarray cabinet.T
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.1 Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure6.1 Installing the SF7x Storage EnclosureThis sect
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.1 Installing the SF7x Storage EnclosureWhen the DECarray will operate in a single-system
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.2 Unpacking the SF7x Storage EnclosureTable 6–2 SF7x Kit ContentsDescription Quantity Par
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.3 Where to Install the SF7x Storage Enclosure6.3 Where to Install the SF7x Storage Enclos
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.4 Checking the System Configuration Sheet6.4 Checking the System Configuration SheetLocate
PrefaceThis guide provides the information you will need to install and configure SF20DECarray cabinet, and SF-series storage enclosures and magazine t
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.4 Checking the System Configuration SheetFigure 6–1 System Configuration Sheet (Single-Syst
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.4 Checking the System Configuration SheetFigure 6–2 System Configuration Sheet (DSSI VAXclu
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.5 Installation Procedure6.5 Installation ProcedureThis section describes the step-by-step
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.5 Installation ProcedureFigure 6–3 Removing a Filler PanelSTORAGEENCLOSUREFILLER PANELMAG
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.5 Installation Procedure6.5.2 Hardware Installation ProceduresPerform the following steps
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.5 Installation ProcedureFigure 6–4 AC Power Cord RetainerSCALED .70 FROM IGS-CLAMP-ASSY.D
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.5 Installation Procedure2. Install the slide mount and associated hardware (Figure 6–5).T
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.5 Installation Procedureh. While facing the rear of the cabinet, install two 7/16-inch sh
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.5 Installation Procedurel. From the front of the cabinet, install the upper and lower wel
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.5 Installation ProcedureFigure 6–6 Installing the Weldment BracketsNOTE:This illustration
Related DocumentationTable 1 lists reference documentation that supplements this guide.Table 1 Related DocumentationTitle Order NumberKFMSA Module Ins
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.5 Installation Procedure3. Install the SF7x.a. Install both chassis retainers on the fron
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.5 Installation Procedureb. At the front of the cabinet, hoist the SF7x assembly by using
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.5 Installation ProcedureFigure 6–8 Securing the SF7x to the Weldment BracketsSHR-X0132A-9
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.5 Installation Procedure4. Do the following if you are installing an SF7x in position 3 o
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.5 Installation ProcedureFigure 6–9 Changing an SF7x to Split-Bus ModeTHRUTO OCPJ11J4J3J2S
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.5 Installation Procedure5. Position the OCP.a. Adjust the SF7x OCP mount (Figure 6–10) to
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.5 Installation Procedure6. Check the DSSI ID switches on the OCP.Open the door on the fro
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.5 Installation ProcedureFigure 6–11 DSSI ID Switch SettingsWriteProtectReady FaultDSSIIDW
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.5 Installation ProcedureCAUTIONObserve all ESD precautions and procedures. An antistatic
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.5 Installation ProcedureFigure 6–12 Installing the OCP on the SF7x EnclosureTTM CLIP
1IntroductionThis chapter provides an overview of the DECarray cabinet, and the SF3x andSF7x series storage enclosures.1.1 DECarray OverviewThe DECarr
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.5 Installation Procedure8. At the front of the SF7x enclosure, make sure that all four dr
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.5 Installation ProcedureFigure 6–13 Drive DC Power SwitchesWriteProtectFaultDSSIIDWritePr
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.5 Installation ProcedureFigure 6–14 AC Power Switch, Voltage Selections, and Power Cord23
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.6 Cabling the SF7x in a DECarray Cabinet6.6 Cabling the SF7x in a DECarray CabinetThis se
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.6 Cabling the SF7x in a DECarray CabinetFigure 6–15 Single-System Bus ConfigurationsSYSA10
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.6 Cabling the SF7x in a DECarray CabinetFigure 6–16 DSSI VAXcluster Bus ConfigurationsSYSA
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.6 Cabling the SF7x in a DECarray Cabinet6.6.1 Single-System ConfigurationUse the following
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.6 Cabling the SF7x in a DECarray Cabinet5. Find the next KFMSA module installed in the XM
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.6 Cabling the SF7x in a DECarray Cabinet5. Pull the inner assembly of the magazine tape I
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.6 Cabling the SF7x in a DECarray Cabinet6.6.1.3 Cabling Position 2 without a Magazine Tap
Introduction1.1 DECarray OverviewViewing the DECarray from the front, note that the SF-series storageenclosures and magazine tape ISEs are arranged in
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.6 Cabling the SF7x in a DECarray CabinetFigure 6–18 Installing the 70- and 108-Inch DSSI
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.6 Cabling the SF7x in a DECarray CabinetFigure 6–19 SF7x Storage Enclosure (rear view)230
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.6 Cabling the SF7x in a DECarray CabinetNoteThe following step assumes that no storage en
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.6 Cabling the SF7x in a DECarray Cabinet6.6.1.4 Cabling Position 4 or 7 (through bus)CAUT
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.6 Cabling the SF7x in a DECarray CabinetNoteThe following step assumes that no storage en
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.6 Cabling the SF7x in a DECarray Cabinet6.6.1.5 Cabling Position 3 or 8 (Split-Bus)CAUTIO
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.6 Cabling the SF7x in a DECarray Cabinet6.6.2 DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationUse the followi
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.6 Cabling the SF7x in a DECarray Cabinet5. Find the next KFMSA module installed in the XM
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.6 Cabling the SF7x in a DECarray Cabinet6.6.2.2 Cabling Position 1 or 2 with a Magazine T
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.6 Cabling the SF7x in a DECarray Cabinet9. Push the magazine tape ISE back into the extru
Introduction1.1 DECarray OverviewFigure 1–1 Front View of the DECarrayDECarraySHR-X1101A_91-DG12345601234560LEVEL 4LEVEL 3LEVEL 2LEVEL 1Introduction 1
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.6 Cabling the SF7x in a DECarray Cabinet6.6.2.3 Cabling Positions 2 through 8WARNINGBefor
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.6 Cabling the SF7x in a DECarray Cabinet6. Plug the other end of the 70-inch DSSI cable f
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.6 Cabling the SF7x in a DECarray Cabinet6.6.3 Stripeset ConfigurationsStripeset configurati
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.6 Cabling the SF7x in a DECarray CabinetFigure 6–20 Changing an SF7x to Split-Bus ModeTHR
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.7 Powering Up the SF7x6.7 Powering Up the SF7xFollow these steps to apply power to a newl
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.7 Powering Up the SF7x6.7.1 Updating the System Configuration SheetOnce the enclosure has
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.8 Labeling the DSSI Cables and OCP6.8.1 Filling Out the LabelsRefer to the inside cover o
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.8 Labeling the DSSI Cables and OCP6.8.3 Labeling the OCPFor each OCP on each SF7x install
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.9 Final Verification6.9 Final VerificationOnce the hardware installation, cabling and label
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.10 Installation of SF74-xx Storage Enclosure in SF2xx CabinetTable 6–5 SF7x Factory-Set D
Second Edition, May 1992Third Edition, June 1993Fourth Edition, November 1993Possession, use, or copying of the software described in this documentati
Introduction1.1 DECarray OverviewTable 1–2 DECarray SpecificationsCharacteristic SpecificationNumber of disk ISEs Minimum: 2, maximum: 24Formatted stora
Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.10 Installation of SF74-xx Storage Enclosure in SF2xx CabinetFigure 6–23 Chassis Retainer
7Field Add-On with Universal Mounting KitH229-AB/ACThis chapter describes how to install the chassis rails of the UniversalMounting Kit H229-AB/AC int
Field Add-On with Universal Mounting Kit H229-AB/AC7.1 Chassis Rail Installation4. Install the beveled nut bars on the chassis rail and rail bracket,
Field Add-On with Universal Mounting Kit H229-AB/AC7.1 Chassis Rail InstallationFigure 7–1 Cabinet Frame Mounting Hole Locations for Round StandoffsRE
Field Add-On with Universal Mounting Kit H229-AB/AC7.1 Chassis Rail InstallationFigure 7–2 Chassis Rail AssemblyRAIL BRACKETCHASSISRAILSCREW, 10-32FH(
Field Add-On with Universal Mounting Kit H229-AB/AC7.1 Chassis Rail Installation1. Turn the cabinet power off.WARNINGWhile working in the cabinet inte
Field Add-On with Universal Mounting Kit H229-AB/AC7.1 Chassis Rail InstallationWARNINGUse care in supporting the chassis rail assembly. It is heavy a
Field Add-On with Universal Mounting Kit H229-AB/AC7.1 Chassis Rail InstallationFigure 7–3 Right Position Chassis Rail InstallationUPINNERFLANGEFRONT
Field Add-On with Universal Mounting Kit H229-AB/AC7.1 Chassis Rail Installation7.1.3 Left Position Chassis Rail Assembly InstallationNoteInstall the
Field Add-On with Universal Mounting Kit H229-AB/AC7.1 Chassis Rail InstallationWARNINGUse care in supporting the chassis rail assembly. It is heavy a
Introduction1.1 DECarray OverviewTable 1–2 (Cont.) DECarray SpecificationsCharacteristic SpecificationRecommended Environmental Limits1Altitude 4900 met
Field Add-On with Universal Mounting Kit H229-AB/AC7.1 Chassis Rail InstallationFigure 7–4 Left Position Chassis Rail Assembly InstallationUPFRONT VER
Field Add-On with Universal Mounting Kit H229-AB/AC7.2 Mounting the Storage Enclosure7.2 Mounting the Storage EnclosureOnce the chassis rail is instal
Field Add-On with Universal Mounting Kit H229-AB/AC7.2 Mounting the Storage EnclosureFigure 7–5 Right Position Enclosure MountingCXO-3987A-MCFRONT VER
Field Add-On with Universal Mounting Kit H229-AB/AC7.2 Mounting the Storage EnclosureFigure 7–6 Left Position Enclosure MountingCXO-3988A-MCFRONT VERT
8Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in aDECarray CabinetThis chapter describes how to install the magazine tape ISE in a DECarraycabinet. The following
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray CabinetTable 8–1 lists the tools required to install the magazine tape ISE into theDECarray cabinet.Tab
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.1 Installing the TF8x7 Storage Enclosure8.1 Installing the TF8x7 Storage EnclosureThe magazine
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.1 Installing the TF8x7 Storage Enclosure8.1.1 Unpacking the Magazine Tape ISEThe magazine tape
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.1 Installing the TF8x7 Storage EnclosureTable 8–2 Magazine Tape ISE Kit ContentsDescription Qu
Introduction1.2 Storage Enclosure Overview1.2 Storage Enclosure OverviewThe SF-series storage enclosures come in two series: the SF3x enclosure thatco
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.1 Installing the TF8x7 Storage Enclosure8.1.2 Where to Install the Magazine Tape ISEThe third
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.1 Installing the TF8x7 Storage EnclosureFigure 8–1 System Configuration Sheet (Single-System)De
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.1 Installing the TF8x7 Storage EnclosureFigure 8–2 System Configuration Sheet (Dual-System)KFMS
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.1 Installing the TF8x7 Storage Enclosure8.1.4 Installation ProcedureThis section describes the
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.1 Installing the TF8x7 Storage Enclosure8.1.4.1 Preparing the DECarray CabinetThe following pr
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.1 Installing the TF8x7 Storage EnclosureFigure 8–3 Removing a Filler PanelSTORAGEENCLOSUREFILL
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.1 Installing the TF8x7 Storage Enclosure8.1.4.2 Hardware Installation ProceduresPerform the fo
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.1 Installing the TF8x7 Storage EnclosureFigure 8–4 AC Power Cord RetainerSCALED .70 FROM IGS-C
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.1 Installing the TF8x7 Storage Enclosure2. Install the slide mount and associated hardware (Fi
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.1 Installing the TF8x7 Storage Enclosurei. While facing the front of the cabinet, install two
Introduction1.2 Storage Enclosure OverviewFigure 1–2 SF3x Series Storage Enclosure with Front Cover RemovedA BCDEFFrontA BC DEFRearReadyWriteProtectFa
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.1 Installing the TF8x7 Storage EnclosureNoteDo NOT tighten the screws at this time.Figure 8–6
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.1 Installing the TF8x7 Storage Enclosure3. Install the magazine tape ISE.a. Loosen the shippin
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.1 Installing the TF8x7 Storage EnclosureFigure 8–7 Chassis RetainersCHASSISRETAINERSSHR_X1123B
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.1 Installing the TF8x7 Storage Enclosured. At the front of the cabinet, lift the extrusion tub
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.1 Installing the TF8x7 Storage Enclosure4. While the inner assembly is out of the extrusion tu
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.1 Installing the TF8x7 Storage EnclosureFigure 8–9 AC Power Switch, Voltage Selections, and Po
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.2 Cabling the Magazine Tape ISE8.2 Cabling the Magazine Tape ISEThis section describes the ste
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.2 Cabling the Magazine Tape ISE3. Pull the inner assembly out to the head cleaning position (fi
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.2 Cabling the Magazine Tape ISEFigure 8–10 Installing the 42- and 70-Inch DSSI Cable (Position
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.2 Cabling the Magazine Tape ISE8.2.1.2 Cabling Position 6CAUTIONBefore performing the followin
Introduction1.2 Storage Enclosure OverviewFigure 1–3 SF7x Series Storage EnclosureSHR_X1123C_891–8 Introduction
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.2 Cabling the Magazine Tape ISEFigure 8–11 Installing the 70-Inch DSSI Cable (Position 6)SHR-X
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.2 Cabling the Magazine Tape ISE6. Connect a 42-inch DSSI cable (PN BC21Q–3F) to the rightmost
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.2 Cabling the Magazine Tape ISEFigure 8–12 Installing the DSSI CablesSHR-X0122-9070 INCHDSSI C
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.2 Cabling the Magazine Tape ISE16. Plug the other end of this cable into the appropriate port
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.2 Cabling the Magazine Tape ISE8.2.2 DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationUse the following procedures
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.2 Cabling the Magazine Tape ISEFigure 8–13 Installing the 42-Inch DSSI Cable (Position 5)SHR-X
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.2 Cabling the Magazine Tape ISE8.2.2.2 Cabling Position 6CAUTIONBefore performing the followin
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.2 Cabling the Magazine Tape ISEFigure 8–14 Installing the 42-Inch DSSI Cable (Position 6)SHR-X
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.2 Cabling the Magazine Tape ISE8. If there is no TF8x7 storage enclosure installed in position
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.3 Powering Up the Magazine Tape ISE8.3 Powering Up the Magazine Tape ISEFollow these steps to
Introduction1.2 Storage Enclosure OverviewTable 1–3 SF3x Storage Enclosure SpecificationsCharacteristicSF35SpecificationSF36SpecificationFormatted storag
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.4 Labeling the DSSI Cables and Magazine Tape ISE8.4 Labeling the DSSI Cables and Magazine Tape
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.4 Labeling the DSSI Cables and Magazine Tape ISE8.4.1 Filling Out the LabelsRefer to the insid
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.4 Labeling the DSSI Cables and Magazine Tape ISEFigure 8–16 Placing a Label on the Magazine Ta
Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.5 Final Verification8.5 Final VerificationOnce the hardware installation, cabling and labeling,
9Installation TroubleshootingThis chapter explains what to do if you detect problems with one or moreSF-series storage enclosure(s) during the install
Installation Troubleshooting9.1 Troubleshooting the Storage Enclosure9.1 Troubleshooting the Storage EnclosureThis section presents symptoms of a fail
Installation Troubleshooting9.1 Troubleshooting the Storage EnclosureUse Table 9–1 to isolate a failure in a storage enclosure.Table 9–1 Troubleshooti
Installation Troubleshooting9.1 Troubleshooting the Storage EnclosureTable 9–1 (Cont.) Troubleshooting ChartSymptom(s) Probable Cause(s) Corrective Ac
Installation Troubleshooting9.1 Troubleshooting the Storage EnclosureTable 9–1 (Cont.) Troubleshooting ChartSymptom(s) Probable Cause(s) Corrective Ac
Introduction1.2 Storage Enclosure OverviewTable 1–3 (Cont.) SF3x Storage Enclosure SpecificationsCharacteristicSF35SpecificationSF36SpecificationRecommen
Installation Troubleshooting9.1 Troubleshooting the Storage EnclosureTable 9–1 (Cont.) Troubleshooting ChartSymptom(s) Probable Cause(s) Corrective Ac
Installation Troubleshooting9.2 Removing an RF Disk ISE from an SF3x Storage Enclosure9.2 Removing an RF Disk ISE from an SF3x StorageEnclosureThis se
Installation Troubleshooting9.2 Removing an RF Disk ISE from an SF3x Storage EnclosureFigure 9–1 Disk ISE Removal (shown with cover removed)CXO-3952A-
Installation Troubleshooting9.2 Removing an RF Disk ISE from an SF3x Storage Enclosure3. Unpack the replacement RF disk ISE:a. Open the shipping carto
Installation Troubleshooting9.2 Removing an RF Disk ISE from an SF3x Storage EnclosureFigure 9–2 Disk ISE InstallationAMA-0478-92.DGPowerCableDSSICabl
Installation Troubleshooting9.3 Removing an RF Disk ISE from an SF7x Storage Enclosure9.3 Removing an RF Disk ISE from an SF7x StorageEnclosureThis se
Installation Troubleshooting9.3 Removing an RF Disk ISE from an SF7x Storage EnclosureFigure 9–3 SF7x Front Cover RemovalSHR-X0126A-90WriteProtectFaul
Installation Troubleshooting9.3 Removing an RF Disk ISE from an SF7x Storage Enclosurec. Disconnect all cables to the disk ISE as shown in Figure 9–4.
Installation Troubleshooting9.3 Removing an RF Disk ISE from an SF7x Storage Enclosured. Remove the disk ISE as shown in Figure 9–5. Slide out the dis
Installation Troubleshooting9.3 Removing an RF Disk ISE from an SF7x Storage Enclosure3. Unpack the replacement RF disk ISE:a. Open the shipping carto
Introduction1.2 Storage Enclosure OverviewTable 1–4 SF7x Storage Enclosure SpecificationsCharacteristic SpecificationNumber of disk ISE positions 4 (RF
Installation Troubleshooting9.3 Removing an RF Disk ISE from an SF7x Storage Enclosure5. Position the RF disk ISE as shown in Figure 9–5 and install t
Installation Troubleshooting9.3 Removing an RF Disk ISE from an SF7x Storage Enclosure8. Replace the front cover on the SF7x enclosure (Figure 9–8).Pr
Installation Troubleshooting9.4 Bringing the RF Disk ISE On-Line9.4 Bringing the RF Disk ISE On-LineThis section describes the procedure for bringing
ADECarray Cabling InformationThis appendix consists of tables containing cabling information for theDECarray variations.A.1 Single-System Configuration
DECarray Cabling InformationA.1 Single-System Configurations for DECarray with SF7x EnclosuresTable A–1 Cabling SF7x in DECarray Single-System Configura
DECarray Cabling InformationA.1 Single-System Configurations for DECarray with SF7x EnclosuresTable A–1 (Cont.) Cabling SF7x in DECarray Single-System
DECarray Cabling InformationA.1 Single-System Configurations for DECarray with SF7x EnclosuresTable A–1 (Cont.) Cabling SF7x in DECarray Single-System
DECarray Cabling InformationA.1 Single-System Configurations for DECarray with SF7x EnclosuresTable A–1 (Cont.) Cabling SF7x in DECarray Single-System
DECarray Cabling InformationA.1 Single-System Configurations for DECarray with SF7x EnclosuresTable A–1 (Cont.) Cabling SF7x in DECarray Single-System
DECarray Cabling InformationA.1 Single-System Configurations for DECarray with SF7x EnclosuresTable A–1 (Cont.) Cabling SF7x in DECarray Single-System
Introduction1.2 Storage Enclosure OverviewTable 1–4 (Cont.) SF7x Storage Enclosure SpecificationsCharacteristic SpecificationRecommended Environmental L
DECarray Cabling InformationA.1 Single-System Configurations for DECarray with SF7x EnclosuresTable A–1 (Cont.) Cabling SF7x in DECarray Single-System
DECarray Cabling InformationA.1 Single-System Configurations for DECarray with SF7x EnclosuresTable A–1 (Cont.) Cabling SF7x in DECarray Single-System
DECarray Cabling InformationA.1 Single-System Configurations for DECarray with SF7x EnclosuresTable A–1 (Cont.) Cabling SF7x in DECarray Single-System
DECarray Cabling InformationA.1 Single-System Configurations for DECarray with SF7x EnclosuresTable A–1 (Cont.) Cabling SF7x in DECarray Single-System
DECarray Cabling InformationA.2 DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationsA.2 DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationsTable A–2 contains cabling information for DECarray vari
DECarray Cabling InformationA.2 DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationsTable A–2 Cabling SF7x in DECarray DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationsDECarrayVariantPositionNu
DECarray Cabling InformationA.2 DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationsTable A–2 (Cont.) Cabling SF7x in DECarray DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationsDECarrayVariantPo
DECarray Cabling InformationA.2 DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationsTable A–2 (Cont.) Cabling SF7x in DECarray DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationsDECarrayVariantPo
DECarray Cabling InformationA.2 DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationsTable A–2 (Cont.) Cabling SF7x in DECarray DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationsDECarrayVariantPo
DECarray Cabling InformationA.2 DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationsTable A–2 (Cont.) Cabling SF7x in DECarray DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationsDECarrayVariantPo
Introduction1.2 Storage Enclosure OverviewTable 1–4 (Cont.) SF7x Storage Enclosure SpecificationsCharacteristic SpecificationRecommended Environmental L
DECarray Cabling InformationA.2 DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationsTable A–2 (Cont.) Cabling SF7x in DECarray DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationsDECarrayVariantPo
DECarray Cabling InformationA.2 DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationsTable A–2 (Cont.) Cabling SF7x in DECarray DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationsDECarrayVariantPo
DECarray Cabling InformationA.2 DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationsTable A–2 (Cont.) Cabling SF7x in DECarray DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationsDECarrayVariantPo
DECarray Cabling InformationA.3 Stripeset Configurations with SF7x EnclosuresA.3 Stripeset Configurations with SF7x EnclosuresTable A–3 contains cabling
DECarray Cabling InformationA.4 DECarray Configurations with SF3x Enclosures in Through–Bus ModeA.4 DECarray Configurations with SF3x Enclosures inThrou
DECarray Cabling InformationA.4 DECarray Configurations with SF3x Enclosures in Through–Bus ModeTable A–4 (Cont.) Cabling SF3x in DECarray Through-Bus
DECarray Cabling InformationA.4 DECarray Configurations with SF3x Enclosures in Through–Bus ModeTable A–4 (Cont.) Cabling SF3x in DECarray Through-Bus
DECarray Cabling InformationA.4 DECarray Configurations with SF3x Enclosures in Through–Bus ModeTable A–4 (Cont.) Cabling SF3x in DECarray Through-Bus
DECarray Cabling InformationA.4 DECarray Configurations with SF3x Enclosures in Through–Bus ModeTable A–4 (Cont.) Cabling SF3x in DECarray Through-Bus
DECarray Cabling InformationA.4 DECarray Configurations with SF3x Enclosures in Through–Bus ModeTable A–4 (Cont.) Cabling SF3x in DECarray Through-Bus
ContentsPreface ... xv1 Introduction1.1 DECarray Overview ... 1–11.2
DECarray Cabling InformationA.4 DECarray Configurations with SF3x Enclosures in Through–Bus ModeTable A–4 (Cont.) Cabling SF3x in DECarray Through-Bus
DECarray Cabling InformationA.5 DECarray Configurations with SF3x Enclosures in Split-Bus ModeA.5 DECarray Configurations with SF3x Enclosures inSplit-B
BInstalling an SF3x-HK and SF7x-UKUpgrade KitThis appendix describes how to install the SF7x-UK and SF3x-UK upgradekits while the host system and the
Installing an SF3x-HK and SF7x-UK Upgrade KitB.1 Securing the Array for the UpgradeB.1 Securing the Array for the UpgradeOnce the host systems have be
Installing an SF3x-HK and SF7x-UK Upgrade KitB.2 Installing an RF3x ISE into an SF3x-HK Storage EnclosureB.2 Installing an RF3x ISE into an SF3x-HK St
Installing an SF3x-HK and SF7x-UK Upgrade KitB.2 Installing an RF3x ISE into an SF3x-HK Storage Enclosure2. Install the disk ISEs.CAUTIONTake all poss
Installing an SF3x-HK and SF7x-UK Upgrade KitB.2 Installing an RF3x ISE into an SF3x-HK Storage EnclosureFigure B–1 RF3x Disk ISE OrientationA B C D E
Installing an SF3x-HK and SF7x-UK Upgrade KitB.3 Installing an RF7x ISE into an SF7x-HK Storage EnclosureB.3 Installing an RF7x ISE into an SF7x-HK St
Installing an SF3x-HK and SF7x-UK Upgrade KitB.3 Installing an RF7x ISE into an SF7x-HK Storage Enclosure2. Install the disk ISEs.CAUTIONTake all poss
2DECarray Site PreparationThe DECarray cabinet is intended for installation in a Class A computerroom environment. Before installing the DECarray, mak
Installing an SF3x-HK and SF7x-UK Upgrade KitB.3 Installing an RF7x ISE into an SF7x-HK Storage EnclosureFigure B–2 SF7x Front Cover RemovalSHR-X0126A
Installing an SF3x-HK and SF7x-UK Upgrade KitB.3 Installing an RF7x ISE into an SF7x-HK Storage Enclosureb. Position the disk ISE as shown in Figure B
Installing an SF3x-HK and SF7x-UK Upgrade KitB.3 Installing an RF7x ISE into an SF7x-HK Storage Enclosurec. Make sure that the disk ISE is locked into
Installing an SF3x-HK and SF7x-UK Upgrade KitB.3 Installing an RF7x ISE into an SF7x-HK Storage Enclosuree. Replace the front cover on the SF7x storag
Installing an SF3x-HK and SF7x-UK Upgrade KitB.4 Powering Up the ISEsB.4 Powering Up the ISEsOnce all of the previous steps have been performed, use t
CConverting a Single-System Configurationto a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationThis appendix describes how to convert a DECarray, SF7x storage enclosure, or
Converting a Single-System Configuration to a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationCAUTIONThe following procedure assumes that the DECarray, and the SF7xstorage
Converting a Single-System Configuration to a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationFigure C–1 Example of a Single-System Configuration SheetDevice TypeDSSI ID #N
Converting a Single-System Configuration to a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationC.1 Securing the DECarray for ConversionC.1 Securing the DECarray for Convers
Converting a Single-System Configuration to a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationC.2 Conversion ProcedureC.2 Conversion ProcedureThis section contains the ste
DECarray Site PreparationFigure 2–1 NEMA Plugs (for 881 and 887 Power Controllers)120/240V 47-63HZ10A/6APOWER CORDDEC NO. A-PS-1700442-18 ORA-PS-17004
Converting a Single-System Configuration to a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationC.2 Conversion ProcedureC.2.1 Split-Bus to Through-Bus ConversionUse the foll
Converting a Single-System Configuration to a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationC.2 Conversion ProcedureFigure C–2 Changing an SF7x to Through-Bus ModeTHRUTO
Converting a Single-System Configuration to a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationC.2 Conversion ProcedureC.2.2 Single-System to DSSI VAXcluster Cabling Conver
Converting a Single-System Configuration to a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationC.2 Conversion ProcedureFigure C–3 Possible Single-System Bus ConfigurationsSY
Converting a Single-System Configuration to a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationC.2 Conversion ProcedureFigure C–4 Possible DSSI VAXcluster Bus Configurations
Converting a Single-System Configuration to a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationC.2 Conversion ProcedureCAUTIONDo not disturb any existing DSSI cables unless
Converting a Single-System Configuration to a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationC.2 Conversion ProcedureFigure C–5 Connecting DSSI Cables on the DECarray I/O
Converting a Single-System Configuration to a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationC.2 Conversion ProcedureC.2.3 Labeling the CablesThis section describes how t
Converting a Single-System Configuration to a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationC.2 Conversion ProcedureFigure C–6 Blank DSSI VAXcluster System Configuration
Converting a Single-System Configuration to a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationC.2 Conversion ProcedureC.2.3.2 Filling Out the LabelsThe labels are availabl
DECarray Site PreparationProper grounding between the DECarray and any enclosures connectedthrough a common DSSI bus is required.WARNINGIf the enclosu
Converting a Single-System Configuration to a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationC.2 Conversion ProcedureC.2.3.3 Placing the LabelsOnce the labels have been fi
Converting a Single-System Configuration to a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationC.2 Conversion ProcedurePlace the SF7x OCP label as shown in Figure C–8 and t
Converting a Single-System Configuration to a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationC.2 Conversion ProcedureFigure C–9 Placing a Label on the Magazine Tape ISE40
Converting a Single-System Configuration to a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationC.2 Conversion ProcedureC.2.4 Powering Up the DECarrayOnce the DECarray has b
Converting a Single-System Configuration to a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationC.2 Conversion ProcedureFigure C–10 OCP Indicators and ControlsWriteProtectRe
Converting a Single-System Configuration to a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationC.2 Conversion ProcedureC.2.6 Final VerificationOnce the DECarray conversion,
DInstalling a DECarray with a VAX 4000SystemThis appendix describes how to install the DECarray correctly and safely withVAX 4000 systems in two config
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.1 Single-System Installation of a DECarrayD.1 Single-System Installation of a DECarrayAs many as four si
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.1 Single-System Installation of a DECarrayFigure D–1 Possible Single-System DSSI Bus ConfigurationsSYSA10
DECarray Site Preparation5. Are any devices that are not UL or IEC approved connected to the samebreaker as any of the DSSI computer equipment?If the
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.1 Single-System Installation of a DECarrayNoteA single-system DSSI bus can only be connected from a VAX
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.1 Single-System Installation of a DECarrayD.1.1 Inspecting the DECarray (Single-System)This procedure de
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.1 Single-System Installation of a DECarrayFigure D–2 Verifying the SF7x DSSI ID Switch SettingsWriteProt
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.1 Single-System Installation of a DECarrayD.1.2 Cabling the DECarray (Single-System)Start at the rear of
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.1 Single-System Installation of a DECarrayFigure D–3 VAX 4000 DSSI Connectorsslot #2 slot #1 slot #0Mass
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.1 Single-System Installation of a DECarrayc. Install the terminator or terminators (PN 12–31281–01) to t
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.1 Single-System Installation of a DECarrayD.1.2.1 Example of a Fully Configured Single-System DECarrayThe
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.1 Single-System Installation of a DECarrayFigure D–4 Fully Configured Single-System DECarray86423571I/O P
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.1 Single-System Installation of a DECarrayFigure D–5 Single-System Bus ConfigurationsTDDDDDD108− inch70−i
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.1 Single-System Installation of a DECarrayD.1.2.2 Completing the System Configuration Sheet (Single-Syste
3Unpacking the DECarrayBefore unpacking the DECarray cabinet, make sure that the site is ready toreceive it. Refer to Chapter 2 for site preparation i
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.1 Single-System Installation of a DECarrayFigure D–6 Single-System Configuration SheetDSSI Single−System
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.1 Single-System Installation of a DECarrayD.1.3 Single-System Final VerificationOnce the hardware install
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.2 DSSI VAXcluster Installation of a DECarrayD.2 DSSI VAXcluster Installation of a DECarrayAs many as two
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.2 DSSI VAXcluster Installation of a DECarrayFigure D–7 Possible DSSI VAXcluster DSSI Bus ConfigurationsSY
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.2 DSSI VAXcluster Installation of a DECarrayNoteA DSSI VAXcluster bus can only be connected from a VAX 4
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.2 DSSI VAXcluster Installation of a DECarrayD.2.1 Inspecting the DECarray (DSSI VAXcluster)This procedur
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.2 DSSI VAXcluster Installation of a DECarrayFigure D–8 Verifying the SF7x DSSI ID Switch SettingsWritePr
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.2 DSSI VAXcluster Installation of a DECarrayD.2.2 Cabling the DECarray (DSSI VAXcluster)Start at the rea
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.2 DSSI VAXcluster Installation of a DECarray3. Connect the ground strap (provided with the cable kit). A
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.2 DSSI VAXcluster Installation of a DECarrayD.2.2.1 Example of a Fully Configured DSSI VAXcluster SystemT
Unpacking the DECarray3.1 Unpacking3.1 UnpackingThe DECarray cabinet is packed in a cardboard carton attached to a woodenshipping pallet and covered w
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.2 DSSI VAXcluster Installation of a DECarrayFigure D–10 Fully Configured DSSI VAXcluster DECarraySF200−HE
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.2 DSSI VAXcluster Installation of a DECarrayFigure D–11 DSSI VAXcluster Bus ConfigurationsDDDD70−inchBC21
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.2 DSSI VAXcluster Installation of a DECarrayD.2.2.2 Completing the System Configuration Sheet (DSSI VAXcl
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.2 DSSI VAXcluster Installation of a DECarrayFigure D–12 DSSI VAXcluster Configuration SheetDSSI VAXcluste
Installing a DECarray with a VAX 4000 SystemD.2 DSSI VAXcluster Installation of a DECarrayD.2.3 DSSI VAXcluster Final VerificationOnce the hardware ins
EDECarray Configuration SheetsThis appendix contains blank configuration sheets.Figure E–1, E–2, and E–3 are to be used with systems containing variants
DECarray Configuration SheetsFigure E–1 Single-System Configuration Sheet (Dual Port)config_shr−x0109.rags[for VAX 6000 and 9000 systems]Device TypeDSSI
DECarray Configuration SheetsFigure E–2 Two-Host DSSI VAXcluster Configuration Sheet (Dual Port)KFMSA XMI Node #BusDSSI ID #BusDSSI ID #KFMSA/DSSI VAXcl
DECarray Configuration SheetsFigure E–3 Three-Host DSSI VAXcluster Configuration Sheet (Dual Port)KFMSA XMI Node #DSSI ID # DSSI ID #KFMSA XMI Node #DSS
DECarray Configuration SheetsFigure E–4 Single-System Configuration Sheet (Single Port)DSSI Single−System Configuration SheetDSSI ADAPTERBusDSSI ID #Dev
Unpacking the DECarray3.2 Removing the DECarray from the Pallet3.2 Removing the DECarray from the PalletThis section describes the procedure for remov
DECarray Configuration SheetsFigure E–5 DSSI VAXcluster Configuration Sheet (Single Port)DSSI VAXcluster Configuration SheetDevice TypeDSSI ID #Node Nam
GlossaryadapterA module that connects one or more device controllers to the system bus andhides many of the system bus requirements from the controlle
DSSIDigital Storage System Interconnect. A DSA-based storage interconnect usedby the KFMSA adapter and the RF- and TF-series integrated storage elemen
node nameA 6-character (maximum) value that is assigned to each DSSI ISE. The nodename of each ISE must be unique across the system topology.OCPOperat
split-busA mode of operation where the ISEs in the one side of a storage enclosure areconnected to a different DSSI bus than those on the other side.s
IndexBBringing on-linedisk ISE, 9–18, B–12DSSI VAXcluster conversion, C–20CCablingsplit-bus, 6–43through-bus, 6–41Cabling diagrams, DECarray, A–1DSSI
DECarrayinstallation of (cont’d)DSSI VAXcluster configuration, 4–28,D–16SF3x storage enclosure in, 5–1SF7x storage enclosure in, 6–1single-system config
Installation (cont’d)of SF7x-UK upgrade kit, B–1troubleshooting, 9–1Installation with a VAX 4000of DECarray, D–1KKFMSA bulkhead connectorfor DSSI VAXc
RF disk ISE (cont’d)removal from SF7x storage enclosure,9–11SSafety precautionsdisconnecting power source, 4–1, D–1unloading storage array, 3–3using E
System configuration sheet (cont’d)completing for DSSI VAXclusterconversion, C–13completing for single-system configuration,4–20, D–13completing for str
Unpacking the DECarray3.2 Removing the DECarray from the PalletUse the following procedure to remove the DECarray cabinet from the shippingpallet (Fig
Unpacking the DECarray3.2 Removing the DECarray from the Pallet5. Remove the shipping brackets from the cabinet levelers.6. Extend the ramp to its ful
4.3.5 Single-System Final Verification . . . ... 4–274.4 Installing a DECarray Cabinet in a DSSI VAXclusterConfiguration ...
Unpacking the DECarray3.2 Removing the DECarray from the Pallet7. Position the unloading ramps on the pallet by fitting the grooved end ofeach ramp ove
Unpacking the DECarray3.3 Positioning the DECarray Cabinet3.3 Positioning the DECarray CabinetMove the array to its final position, a distance not to e
Unpacking the DECarray3.3 Positioning the DECarray CabinetFigure 3–5 DECarray with a VAX 9000 Model 200 SystemVAX 9000SF200I/OCPUSCUUPCLJ-00832-TI03–8
Unpacking the DECarray3.3 Positioning the DECarray CabinetFigure 3–6 DECarray with a VAX 6000 SystemSF20012345601234560SF20012345601234560SHR-X0123-90
Unpacking the DECarray3.4 Leveling the DECarray Cabinet3.4 Leveling the DECarray CabinetOnce the array is in its final position:1. Loosen the locknuts
Unpacking the DECarray3.5 Inspecting the DECarray Cabinet3.5 Inspecting the DECarray CabinetInspect the DECarray cabinet first from the front, then fro
Unpacking the DECarray3.5 Inspecting the DECarray CabinetFigure 3–8 Power ControllerJ10J11 J12 J13ICBO FUSELABELCIRCUITBREAKERPOWER CORDSTRAIN RELIEFG
Unpacking the DECarray3.5 Inspecting the DECarray CabinetFigure 3–9 SF3x Storage Enclosure Power Connection and Voltage Selectionwith Rear Cover Remov
Unpacking the DECarray3.5 Inspecting the DECarray CabinetFigure 3–10 SF7x Storage Enclosure Power Connection and VoltageSelection230115FAULTFAULTFAULT
Unpacking the DECarray3.5 Inspecting the DECarray CabinetFigure 3–11 Magazine Tape Power Connection and Voltage SelectionSHR-X0141B-90-CPGDSSICONNECTO
6 Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure in a DECarray Cabinet6.1 Installing the SF7x Storage Enclosure . ... 6–36.2 Unpacking the SF7x
4Installing a DECarray CabinetThis chapter describes how to install the DECarray cabinet in a single-systemor DSSI VAXcluster configuration.Digital Ser
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.1 Configuration Overview4.1 Configuration OverviewThe DECarray cabinet is offered in a number of variants to provide stor
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.1 Configuration OverviewTable 4–1 Single-System Configurations using SF3x EnclosuresTo support: Your configuration must in
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.1 Configuration OverviewTable 4–2 Single-System Configurations using SF7x EnclosuresTosupport:Your configuration must incl
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.1 Configuration Overview4.1.2 DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationsA DSSI VAXcluster configuration is one where the ISEs in the D
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.1 Configuration OverviewTable 4–4 DSSI VAXcluster Configurations Using SF3x Enclosures (three-host)To support: Your config
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.1 Configuration OverviewTable 4–5 DSSI VAXcluster Configurations Using SF7x Enclosures (two-host)To support: Your configur
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.1 Configuration OverviewTable 4–6 DSSI VAXcluster Configurations Using SF7x Enclosures (three-host)To support: Your config
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.1 Configuration Overview4.1.3 Stripeset ConfigurationsA stripeset configuration is one where the DSSI ISEs are configured t
8 Installing the Magazine Tape ISE in a DECarray Cabinet8.1 Installing the TF8x7 Storage Enclosure ... 8–38.1.1 Unpacking the Magazine
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.1 Configuration OverviewTable 4–8 Stripeset Configurations Using SF7x EnclosuresTo support: Your configuration must includ
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.2 Inspecting the DECarray Cabinet4.2 Inspecting the DECarray CabinetBefore beginning the configuration, inspect the DECa
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.2 Inspecting the DECarray CabinetFor SF7x Enclosures:a. Open the door in the center of each OCP and verify the correct
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.2 Inspecting the DECarray CabinetFigure 4–2 SF7x Operator Control PanelWriteProtectReady FaultDSSIIDWriteProtectReady F
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.2 Inspecting the DECarray Cabinet3. Make sure that the DSSI node ID numbers of each magazine tape ISEinstalled in the a
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.2 Inspecting the DECarray CabinetFigure 4–3 Power ControllerJ10J11 J12 J13ICBO FUSELABELCIRCUITBREAKERPOWER CORDSTRAIN
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.3 Installing the DECarray Cabinet in a Single-System Configuration4.3 Installing the DECarray Cabinet in a Single-System
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.3 Installing the DECarray Cabinet in a Single-System Configurationb. To determine which of the two DSSI connectors on th
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.3 Installing the DECarray Cabinet in a Single-System ConfigurationFigure 4–4 Removing Terminators and Connecting DSSI Ca
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.3 Installing the DECarray Cabinet in a Single-System Configuration3. Install the terminator or terminators (PN 12–31281–
B Installing an SF3x-HK and SF7x-UK Upgrade KitB.1 Securing the Array for the Upgrade ... B–2B.2 Installing an RF3x ISE into an SF
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.3 Installing the DECarray Cabinet in a Single-System Configuration4.3.2 Completing the System Configuration SheetFill out
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.3 Installing the DECarray Cabinet in a Single-System Configuration4.3.3.1 Filling Out the LabelsThe labels are available
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.3 Installing the DECarray Cabinet in a Single-System Configuration4.3.3.2 Positioning the LabelsOnce the labels have bee
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.3 Installing the DECarray Cabinet in a Single-System ConfigurationPlace the SF7x OCP label as shown in Figure 4–6. The S
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.3 Installing the DECarray Cabinet in a Single-System ConfigurationFigure 4–7 Placing a Label on the Magazine Tape ISE40%
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.3 Installing the DECarray Cabinet in a Single-System Configuration4.3.4 Powering Up the DECarray CabinetOnce the DECarra
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.3 Installing the DECarray Cabinet in a Single-System Configuration2. Apply power to each magazine tape ISE installed. Po
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.3 Installing the DECarray Cabinet in a Single-System Configuration4.3.5 Single-System Final VerificationOnce the hardware
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.4 Installing a DECarray Cabinet in a DSSI VAXcluster Configuration4.4 Installing a DECarray Cabinet in a DSSI VAXcluster
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.4 Installing a DECarray Cabinet in a DSSI VAXcluster Configuration4.4.1 Cabling the DECarray CabinetStart at the rear of
E DECarray Configuration SheetsGlossaryIndexFigures1–1 Front View of the DECarray ... 1–31–2 SF3x Series Storage Enclosure with F
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.4 Installing a DECarray Cabinet in a DSSI VAXcluster Configurationc. Install one end of the 108-inch DSSI cable (PN BC21
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.4 Installing a DECarray Cabinet in a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationFigure 4–9 Removing Terminators and Connecting DSSI Ca
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.4 Installing a DECarray Cabinet in a DSSI VAXcluster Configuration4.4.2 Labeling the CablesThis section describes how to
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.4 Installing a DECarray Cabinet in a DSSI VAXcluster Configuration4.4.2.2 Filling Out the LabelsThe labels are available
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.4 Installing a DECarray Cabinet in a DSSI VAXcluster Configuration4.4.2.3 Positioning the LabelsOnce the labels have bee
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.4 Installing a DECarray Cabinet in a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationPlace the SF7x OCP label as shown in Figure 4–11 and t
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.4 Installing a DECarray Cabinet in a DSSI VAXcluster ConfigurationFigure 4–12 Placing a Label on the Magazine Tape ISE40
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.4 Installing a DECarray Cabinet in a DSSI VAXcluster Configuration4.4.3 Powering Up the DECarrayOnce the DECarray has be
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.4 Installing a DECarray Cabinet in a DSSI VAXcluster Configuration2. Apply power to the magazine tape ISE installed in p
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.4 Installing a DECarray Cabinet in a DSSI VAXcluster Configuration4.4.4 DSSI VAXcluster Final VerificationOnce the hardwa
4–10 Placing a Label on a DSSI Cable . . . ... 4–344–11 Placing a Label on the OCP Door. . . ... 4–354–12 Placing a La
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.5 Installing the DECarray Cabinet in a Stripeset Configuration4.5.1 Cabling the DECarray CabinetStart at the rear of the
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.5 Installing the DECarray Cabinet in a Stripeset Configuration• Repeat this process for every KFMSA in the card cage, se
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.5 Installing the DECarray Cabinet in a Stripeset Configuration4.5.2.2 Filling Out the LabelsThe labels are available in
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.5 Installing the DECarray Cabinet in a Stripeset Configuration4.5.2.3 Positioning the LabelsOnce the labels have been fil
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.5 Installing the DECarray Cabinet in a Stripeset ConfigurationPlace the SF7x OCP label as shown in Figure 4–15 and the m
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.5 Installing the DECarray Cabinet in a Stripeset ConfigurationFigure 4–16 Placing a Label on the Magazine Tape ISE40% RE
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.5 Installing the DECarray Cabinet in a Stripeset Configuration4.5.3 Powering Up the DECarrayOnce the DECarray has been i
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.5 Installing the DECarray Cabinet in a Stripeset Configuration2. Apply power to the magazine tape ISE installed in posit
Installing a DECarray Cabinet4.5 Installing the DECarray Cabinet in a Stripeset Configuration4.5.4 Stripeset Final VerificationOnce the hardware install
5Installing the SF3x Storage Enclosure in aDECarray CabinetThis chapter describes the add-on installation of the SF3x storage enclosureinto a DECarray
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