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FT
Subsystems
Chapter 5 - Installation & Operation
Preinstallation Inspection
Installation
Connecting a VGA Monitor, Keyboard, and Mouse to a Fault Tolerant Subsystem
Installation - Power Cord Retainer
Installation - Drawer Retainer Latch
Expansion Subsystem Specific Instructions
Expansion Subsystem Limitations
In addition to the FT Subsystem, the following items should be included in the FT Subsystem shipping container:
Item Cubix Part Number Qty Description
1 DOC 767B 1 Fault Tolerant
Subsystem User's
Manual
2 *222-SLIDES-HDWR 1 Slide Mounting
Hardware (Refer to
Slide Installation
Diagram)
3 *300-S06020 1 Retainer Bracket
(Refer to page 5-6)
4 *300-S03710 2 Bracket, Slide
Extension, for 30"
deep cabinet. (To be
installed on each
outer slide member on
site.)
5 *403-A0159-115VAC 2 ERS/FT 115V or 240V
AC Input Cord
-A0160-240VAC Assembly (Cord
Retainer Bracket is
tie-wrapped to AC
Cord, refer to page
5-6). 240VAC cord is
for connection to
Cubix System 1010
Cabinet only.
6 2 Keyswitch Keys (taped
to Power Cord).
7 300-S06710 1 PCB Insulating
Barrier - Resource
Subsystem Only
(stored on left hand
side, inside
subsystem - Refer to
page 7-1).
* Preinstalled in Cubix Cabinet at factory
If any of these items are missing please contact Cubix Technical Support at (800) 829-0551, 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Pacific Time, Saturday.
Upon receiving the Cubix Fault Tolerant Subsystem, perform the following inspection:
Single Rack Mount or Desktop Stand-Alone
Subsystem
1. Remove the subsystem from its shipping box and place it on a workbench or table.
2. Remove the top cover(s).
3. Perform a visual inspection of the subsystem. Verify that all drives and boards are properly seated and all cables are securely connected.
4. Verify power supplies are properly seated and power supply safety latch is tightened (located on the top of the power supply case).
5. Verify labels on top of power supply cases specify the proper input voltage (115 VAC or 230 VAC).
If the input voltage label is incorrect DO NOT power up the subsystem. Refer to Chapter 7 - Field Replaceable Units for instructions to remove the power supply.
Subsystem mounted into a Cubix Cabinet
1. Remove the cabinet from its shipping box and place it in an upright position.
2. Release the thumb screws from the retainer bracket at the rear of each FT Subsystem.
3. Extend each subsystem - one at a time - on its slides.
4. Refer to #2 above to continue the pre-installation inspection on each drawer.
1. Connect the Cubix supplied DB-25 cable on the rear of the Fault Tolerant Subsystem to the plug labeled "VIDEO OUT". Connect the other end to the free standing or to the FT Cabinet mounted video, keyboard, mouse interface module #400-A0154.
2. Connect a VGA monitor, keyboard, and mouse to the Video/Keyboard/Mouse Interface Module. (See next section for detailed explanation.)
3. Connect the power cords to the subsystem and apply power.
4. Enable the Multiplexor and select the first BC Series processor using switch on front panel.
5. The BC Series processor will boot, perform a memory test, and then display a prompt to enter the BIOS Setup program. Enter the setup program, and enter the necessary information such as time, date, hard drive type, etc.
(For detailed information on the BIOS Setup program refer to the BC Series Installation Guide provided with the BC Series processor installed.)
6. Insert a bootable DOS diskette into the "Multiplexed Drive".
7. Reset the processor using the reset button on the front panel.
8. The BC Series processor will reboot and load DOS.
9. Select next BC Series processor.
10. Repeat steps 5 to 9 for each group containing a BC Series processor.
11. If a hard disk is installed in the subsystem, format and sys the drive to make it DOS bootable. Then run the BIOS setup program, and change the "System Boot up Sequence" under ADVANCED CMOS SETUP to C: , A:. This will allow each BC processor to boot from its hard disk. Repeat this step for each group with a hard disk.
12. Power off the subsystem.
13. Proceed with the network operating installation.
14. Install the LAN Adapters into each group to be used in the subsystem.
15. Install any other devices such as I/O boards, fax or internal modems at this time.
16. Power on the system.
17. Insure that the BC processor in each group boots properly.
18. Copy the necessary LAN Adapter drivers and network shell files to the hard disks or floppies.
19. Reset each group and verify they successfully attach to the network.
20. When all groups are working properly, power down the system and insure that all of the boards are properly secured. Reinstall the cover.
21. Install the system software.
If installation is for a desktop or single non-rackmounted unit, leave at least 4" of air space along the right fan grills and the top fan grills for proper airflow.
Subsystem Installed in Cubix Cabinet
1. Connect the Cubix supplied DB-25 male-to-male cable to the "VIDEO OUT" connector on the bottom drawer. Connect other end to the "VIDEO IN" connector in the next subsystem. See Figure 5-1.
Connector Panel
2. Continue the daisy chain connections to the top drawer.
3. Connect top drawer "VIDEO OUT" to the Video/Keyboard/Mouse interface module at top rear of the Cubix cabinet.
4. From the top of the cabinet, route VGA video, keyboard, and mouse cables into the cabinet via a 1.75" access hole in the top cover and connect cables to the video, keyboard, mouse interface module outputs.
SUBSYSTEM NOT INSTALLED IN A CUBIX CABINET
1. Connect the Cubix supplied DB-25 male to male cable on the rear of the FT Subsystem to the plug labeled "VIDEO OUT". Connect the other end to the FT mux video/keyboard/mouse interface module. Refer to Figure Figure 5-2.
2. Connect a VGA monitor, keyboard, and mouse to the FT video/ keyboard/mouse interface module's appropriate plugs.
(Cubix Engineering Part No. 300-S06460).
1. Loosen the screw, located at the rear left hand area of the drawer, which is securing the lower flange of the AC power receptacle and on/off switch.
2. Slip the slotted flange of cord retainer under the head of the loosened screw. Push up on the retainer to bottom screw against the end of the slot and tighten screw.
(Cubix Engineering Part No. 300-S06020). Refer to Figure Figure 5-3.
1. Loosen the two screws located at the rear lower corner of the drawer and install the latch backup plate (Cubix Engineering Part No. 300-S06180).
2. Slip the slotted flange end of the drawer retainer latch between the surface of the drawer and the backup plate. Push until the screws bottom out against the end of the slots and tighten screws.
To connect the Cubix Expansion Subsystem to the host computer:
1. Turn off the power to both the Expansion Subsystem and the host computer. Unplug the power cables from the receptacles.
2. Remove the covers from the Expansion Subsystem and the host computer.
Observe all normal precautions associated with handling electronic equipment.
3. Set the switch settings on the interface boards. See Chapter 4.
4. Install the Expansion Subsystem interface board (A3480) in the ninth expansion slot of the subsystem. Secure the board with the screw provided.
5. Install the host computer interface board (A3470) into a 16-bit slot in the host computer. Select a slot not designed specifically for a memory expansion or special I/O board. Secure the board with a mounting screw.
6. Connect the two units with the provided cable. Secure the connectors on each end with the screws in the connector housing. Avoid any sharp bends in the cable and insure that the cable is not stretched.
7. Install the other boards in the Expansion Subsystem.
Caution: Do not apply power until all boards are installed and the cover is replaced. Never turn on an empty Expansion Subsystem. The power supply requires a minimum of two boards installed in addition to the interface board for proper operation.
The user must ensure that the boards installed in the Expansion Subsystem do not exceed its power rating (See Appendix B -- Load Considerations).
8. Install the covers on the Expansion Subsystem and host computer.
9. Connect the power cords. Apply power to the units.
Important Notes
* To ensure proper ground continuity, the interface boards and
the cables must be secured with mounting screws.
* Do not put any strain or pressure on the connecting cable.
Arrange the hardware so the cable is not pulled tight.
* Never apply power to an empty Expansion Subsystem. It
must contain at least two boards in addition to the interface
board before power is applied.
* If special software is written by the user, the Expansion Subsystem
may be isolated from the host bus (or other Expansion Subsystems).
This allows the Expansion Subsystem to be powered up or down
independently of the host. (Refer to Chapter 4 for software information.)
The Expansion Subsystem and interface boards have been tested with many non-Cubix 8- and 16-bit I/O boards and several manufacturer's computers. However, no guarantee of compatibility is implied with boards or computers not manufactured by Cubix.
Cubix's 16 slot Expansion Chassis is designed primarily to house Cubix manufactured QL Series processor boards. However, some non-Cubix manufactured boards have been successfully installed. This information points out the known specific limitations that prevent using certain categories of boards in the Cubix Expansion Chassis.
The following are known NOT to work in the Cubix Expansion Chassis:
* 16 bit memory controller boards. MEMCS16- signal cannot be
returned to the host processor in sufficient time to permit 16
bit memory boards to work properly.
* The floppy DMA 2 line does not exist. Therefore, a floppy drive
controller cannot be installed.
* The zero wait state line is not available.
* A DMA Busmaster controller cannot operate properly in the Expansion
Chassis.
* Any controller that delays activation or deactivation of IOCS16
from stable address lines SA [19 ...0] by more than 30ns will
not operate properly.
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by Cubix Corp., Carson City, NV, USA.