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AlphaServer GS80
Upgrade Manual
Order Number: EK-GSR80-UP. C01
This manual is for service providers of HP AlphaServer GS80
systems. It discusses system expansion and upgrade of an
original system with faster CPUs.
Hewlett-Packard Company

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  • Page 1 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual Order Number: EK-GSR80-UP. C01 This manual is for service providers of HP AlphaServer GS80 systems. It discusses system expansion and upgrade of an original system with faster CPUs. Hewlett-Packard Company...
  • Page 2 Group in the United States and other countries. All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. The information in this document is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind and is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 3 Japanese Notice Canadian Notice This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Avis Canadien Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. European Union Notice Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface Chapter 1 Overview The System.................... 1-2 GS80 Block Diagram................1-3 GS80 Physical Diagram ................ 1-4 Cabinets ....................1-5 Chapter 2 System Upgrade Installing a Power Subrack..............2-2 Installing the Second Drawer ............... 2-4 2.2.1 Installing the Distribution Board Assembly ......... 2-6 2.2.2 Global Port, Clock, and Ground Connections........
  • Page 6 4.4.3 Reviewing Results of the Q-VET Run ..........4-20 4.4.4 De-Installing Q-VET ................4-22 Appendix A GS80 Interconnection Diagram Appendix B Upgrades Using B4166 and B4168CPUs Upgrades Retaining Older CPUs ............B-2 Upgrades Replacing Older CPUs ............B-5 Changing the Clock Module Switch Settings........B-7 B4168 Compatibility Switch ...............B-11 Verification..................B-12 Replacing the System Cosmetics............B-13...
  • Page 7 3–6 Configurations Based on the StorageWorks Storage Shelf....3-11 3–7 Mounting Locations for the Starlight Storage Shelves....... 3-12 3–8 Mounting Locations for the StorageWorks Storage Shelves....3-13 3–9 Mounting Locations for the PCI Box........... 3-14 3–10 Mounting Locations for the Memory Channel ........3-15 4–1 Operator Control Panel.................

  • Page 9: Preface

    Preface Intended Audience This manual is for service providers of HP AlphaServer GS80 systems. Document Structure This manual uses a structured documentation design. Topics are organized into small sections, usually consisting of two facing pages. Most topics begin with an abstract that provides an overview of the section, followed by an illustration or example.
  • Page 10 Installation and User Guide EK–GS320–UP AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual EK–GSR80–UP AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual EK–GS320–SP AlphaServer GS80/160/320 Site Preparation Information on the Internet Visit the HP Web site at www.compaq.com/alphaserver for service tools and more information about the system. AlphaServer GS80...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Overview

    Chapter 1 Overview The AlphaServer GS80 systems form the low end of the family of high- performance server platforms GS80/160/320 designed for enterprise-level applications. Like the GS160/320 systems, the GS80 systems are distinguished by their versatility and high degree of expandability.

  • Page 12: 1.1 The System

    (QBB) that is housed in a drawer. Thus the systems are also designated as one-drawer and two-drawer. Figure 1–1 A GS80 System AlphaServer GS80 LA75 Companion Printer d i g i t a l PK-0635-99 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 13 This manual details the procedures for the addition of a second drawer to the system cabinet as well as the installation of a PCI box. The addition of an expander cabinet is discussed in the AlphaServer GS80 Installation Guide (EK-GSR80-IN).

  • Page 14: 1.2 Gs80 Block Diagram

    (QBBs) through their global ports. Figure 1– 2 GS80 Block Diagram (Two-Drawer System) System Drawer 1 PCI Box Switch PCI Box Distribution Board System Drawer 2 PCI Box Switch PCI Box PK-0630-99 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 15: 1.3 Gs80 Physical Diagram

    1.3 GS80 Physical Diagram Figure 1–3 shows the physical diagram of a two-drawer GS80 system with a PCI box and an optional storage unit. Figure 1– 3 GS80 Physical Diagram (Two-Drawer System) Operator Control Panel Storage (optional) PCI Box System Drawer 1 System Drawer 2 Power Supplies AC Input Boxes...

  • Page 16: 1.4 Cabinets

    Table 1– 1 Cabinet Models and Power Requirements Cabinet Model Power Requirement System Cabinet H9A20-CA 115-127V (U.S./Canada) System Cabinet H9A20-CB 200-240V (Europe) System Cabinet H9A20-CC 200-240V (U.S./Canada/Japan) Expander Cabinet H9A20-AA 115-127V (U.S./Canada) Expander Cabinet H9A20-AB 200-240V (Europe) Expander Cabinet H9A20-AC 200-240V (U.S./Canada/Japan) AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 17: Chapter 2 System Upgrade

    Chapter 2 System Upgrade To upgrade a one-drawer system to a two-drawer system, you must: Install the power subrack for the second drawer Install the second drawer System Upgrade...

  • Page 18: Installing A Power Subrack

    Installing a Power Subrack Install the power subrack first, then install the second drawer. Figure 2–1 shows how to install the power subrack. Figure 2–1 Installing the Power Subrack PK-0543-99 2-2 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 19 The shipping box of the power subrack assembly contains the following items: Subrack power supply assembly Two base support brackets, right-hand and left-hand Mounting kit hardware consisting of two M6 screws, six M5 screws, and four M6 nuts Refer to Figure 2–1 and install the power subrack into the cabinet as follows: 1.

  • Page 20: Installing The Second Drawer

    Figure 2–2 shows a system with two drawers. To install the second drawer you must first prepare the system cabinet. Insert the drawer referring to Figures 2-2 to 2-7. Figure 2–2 Installing Second Drawer Left Right Bracket Bracket PK3219 2-4 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 21 Refer to Figure 2–2 and install the second drawer as follows: 1. Install the front mounting brackets and rear brackets to the slides. Leave rear brackets slightly loose. Locate hole 28 on the left rail and hole 29 on the right rail. Ensure that the holes have U-nuts and fasten the left and right mounting brackets for the slides.

  • Page 22: Installing The Distribution Board Assembly

    Remove the placeholder bracket and insert the distribution board assembly from the rear of the cabinet. Fasten it to the upper and lower drawers. See Figure 2–3. Figure 2–3 Installing the Distribution Board Assembly PK3220 2-6 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 23 Refer to Figure 2–3 and install the distribution board assembly as follows: 1. Pull the top drawer out of the cabinet and remove the placeholder bracket Push the drawer back in. 2. Repeat step 1 on the lower drawer. Discard the placeholder brackets. 3.

  • Page 24: Global Port, Clock, And Ground Connections

    2.2.2 Global Port, Clock, and Ground Connections Refer to Figure 2–4 to Figure 2–7 in making the global port, clock, and ground connections. Figure 2–4 Cable Connections-1 (FRONT VIEW) PK3221 2-8 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 25 Refer to Figures 2-4 to 2-7 and make cable connections from the drawers to the distribution board assembly. Do the lower drawer first. 1. Loosen captive fasteners on the distribution board assembly and extend the lower drawer. 2. Remove drawer cover to assemble and route cables. 3.
  • Page 26 Coil excess cable into no less than a 3-inch diameter loop through the clamp in the distribution board assembly Install shield and clock compartment cover with screws. 2-10 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 27: Cable Connections-2

    Figure 2– 5 Cable Connections-2 PK3222 12. Connect the global port cables of the upper and lower drawers to the distribution board. Attach the plastic shield to cable B0 before plugging in its connector. Then, fold the shield up to protect the global port cables from the metal flanges.

  • Page 28: Cable Connections-3

    15. Install the ground strap to tie the drawers together . Attach one end of the ground strap to the power connector block on each drawer using one of the existing mounting screws. Figure 2– 6 Cable Connections-3 PK3223 2-12 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 29: Cable Connections-4

    Figure 2– 7 Cable Connections-4 FOLD PK3224 System Upgrade 2-13...

  • Page 30: Power, Signal, And Csb Connections

    CSB (console serial bus). See Figure 2– 8. Figure 2– 8 Power, Signal, and CSB Connections CSB Junction Block Power Signals CSB Connection 48V/48RTN VAUX/VAUXRTN Fan Power /Signals CSB Connection CSB Junction Block To Main AC Power Source PK3217A 2-14 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 31 Make the following cable connections to complete the installation of the second drawer: Connections from the power subrack to the AC input box (if not made already) Power signals to the drawer 48V/48RTN; Vaux/VauxRTN connections to the drawer Fan power/signals to the drawer CSB connections Refer to Appendix A for a wiring diagram illustrating the above connections.

  • Page 33: Chapter 3 Pci Box Installation

    Chapter 3 PCI Box Installation This chapter gives the procedures for the installation of a PCI box. Procedures are applicable for the installation of the component in any location. PCI Box Installation...

  • Page 34: Installing A Pci Box

    Installing a PCI Box Unpack the shipping box and note its contents. Figure 3–1 shows the PCI box. Figure 3–1 PCI Box Rear View Front View J-15 J-14 J-13 J-12 J-11 J-10 PK-0517-99 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 35: Pci Box Mounting Hardware

    The shipping box contains the following items: PCI box (BA54A-AA) Mounting hardware kit (CK-BA54A-AA) Table 3–1 lists the items in the PCI box mounting hardware (CK-BA54A-AA). Table 3–1 PCI Box Mounting Hardware Part Number Description CK-BA54A-AA 70-33596-01 Latch assembly 74-53016-01 Plate, strike 74-52544-01 Through cable...

  • Page 36: Preparing The Pci Box For Installation

    3.1.1 Preparing the PCI Box for Installation Figure 3–2 shows how to prepare the PCI box for installation. Figure 3–2 Preparing the PCI Box for Installation PK-0558-99 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 37: Pci Box

    Prepare the PCI box for installation as follows: 1. Slide the outer track of the mounting rail assembly of the PCI box all the way out. Press on the retaining lever to release the outer track from the assembly. 2. Repeat step 1 on the other side of the PCI box. The next step is to mount the outer tracks to the cabinet rails.

  • Page 38: Preparing The Cabinet For Pci Box Installation

    3.1.2 Preparing the Cabinet for PCI Box Installation Figure 3–3 shows how to prepare the cabinet for the PCI box installation. Figure 3–3 Preparing the Cabinet for Installation Rear Front Shipping Bracket PK-0559-99 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 39 Prepare the cabinet for installation as follows: 1. Select the location in the system cabinet or expander cabinet where the PCI box is to be installed. Refer to the configuration rules given in Section 3.2. 2. Attach the two track mounting brackets (P/N 7452428-01) to the two ends of the outer track bracket with two M4 x 6 truss head screws for each bracket...

  • Page 40: Installing The Pci Box And Making Cable Connections

    Installing the PCI Box and Making Cable Connections Install the PCI box and make the cable connections. Figure 3– 4 shows how to connect the PCI box power cable and module cables. Figure 3– 4 Cable Connections of the PCI Box PK-0560-99 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 41 CAUTION: Proper alignment during the insertion of the PCI box in the cabinet is critical. Two people are needed to lift the PCI box and slide it gently onto the ball bearing track. Any mishandling or misalignment at this stage could damage the hardware and result in jamming.

  • Page 42: Expander Cabinet Configurations

    BA54A PCI (1) BA54A PCI (1) BA54A PCI (1) Mem. Ch. (2) Mem. Ch. (2) Mem. Ch. (2) Mem. Ch. (2) Mem. Ch. (1) Mem. Ch. (1) Mem. Ch. (1) Mem. Ch. (1) Default Configuration PK0547-00 3-10 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 43: Configurations Based On The Storageworks Storage Shelf

    The expander cabinet is used for additional PCI boxes and storage devices. In addition, the expander cabinet holds two memory channel adapters for the PCI boxes. The expander cabinet is shipped with a default configuration but can be built to order as shown by other configurations. Figure 3–5, Figure 3–6, and Figure 3–7 show the various configurations available for the expander cabinet and the placement order of the I/O devices.

  • Page 44: Mounting Locations For The Starlight Storage Shelves

    ("U" 9) ("U" 8) Use DS-SE2UK-RM Use DS-SE2UK-RM Starlight ("U" 7) Mounting Hardw are Mounting Hardw to Mount Units in to Mount Units in ("U" 6) Designated "U" Designated "U" ("U" 5) Locations Locations PK0549-00 3-12 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 45: Mounting Locations For The Storageworks Storage Shelves

    Figure 3– 8 Mounting Locations for the StorageWorks Storage Shelves BA356 - Hole Locations Front Rails BA356 BA356 BA356 BA356 BA356 BA356 BA356 BA356 (Use BA35X-RK (Use BA35X-RK Mounting Hardw are) Mounting Hardw PK0550-00 PCI Box Installation 3-13...

  • Page 46: Mounting Locations For The Pci Box

    (35) (35) PCI Box (34) (33) (32 ) (32) (Location for single unit) (30) (29) (27) (26) CSB Mounting Holes CSB Mounting Holes . (Mounts on Rear/Right Rail Only). (Mounts on Rear/Right Rail Only). PK0552-00 3-14 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 47: Mounting Locations For The Memory Channel

    Figure 3– 10 Mounting Locations for the Memory Channel Memory Channel - Hole Locations Front Rails Rear Rails Memory Channel (29) (27) (27) (26) (26) (25) (25) Memory Channel (14) (12) (12) (11) (11) (10) (10) Use Memor Use Memor y Channel 2 y Channel 2 Rac kmount Kit 2T kmount Kit 2T -MA...

  • Page 49: Chapter 4 System Power-Up

    Chapter 4 System Power-Up This chapter tells how to power up the system and what happens upon power-up. Sections include: Control Panel Keyswitch Installing the System Management Console Powering Up the System Q-VET Installation Verification System Power-Up...

  • Page 50: Control Panel Keyswitch

    Control Panel Keyswitch The operator control panel (OCP) keyswitch has three positions: Off, On, and Secure. Figure 4–1 shows the OCP keyswitch. Figure 4–1 Operator Control Panel Secure PK-0621A-99 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 51: Keyswitch Functions On The Control Panel

    Secure System is powered on and cannot be remotely powered on or off. Refer to the AlphaServer GS80/160/320 User’s Guide or the AlphaServer GS80/160/320 Service Manual for functional descriptions of all control panel components. System Power-Up...

  • Page 52: Installing The System Management Console

    Before you power up the system, you must install the system manage- ment console (SMC). Steps to be followed in installing the SMC are listed below. The procedures to install the SMC are fully detailed in the AlphaServer GS80/160/320 System Management Console Installation Guide. Steps to Install the SMC 1.

  • Page 53: Powering Up The System

    OCP to the On position. Example 4– 1 shows a sample console display on power-up. See the AlphaServer GS80/160/320 Service Manual or the AlphaServer GS80/160/320 User’s Guide for explanations of the power-up display. Example 4– 1 Power-Up Display SCM_E0>...
  • Page 54 QBB1 now Testing Step-3 QBB2 now Testing Step-3 QBB3 now Testing Step-3.. QBB0 now Testing Step-5 QBB1 now Testing Step-5 QBB2 now Testing Step-4 QBB3 now Testing Step-4 QBB2 Step(s)-4 5 Tested QBB3 Step(s)-4 5 Tested Phase 1 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 55 QBB0 IO_MAP0: 0000A0C001333333 QBB1 IO_MAP1: 0000A1C101333333 QBB2 IO_MAP2: 0000000000000003 QBB3 IO_MAP3: 0000000000000003 ~I~ QbbConf(gp/io/c/m)=0000bbff Assign=0f SQbb0=00 PQbb=00 SoftQbbId=0000ba98 ~I~ SysConfig: 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 07 1f 07 9f 37 3f 37 9f SCM_E0> . QBB0 now Testing Step-7 QBB1 Step(s)-5 6 Tested QBB2 Step(s)-5 6...
  • Page 56 System Primary QBB0 : 0 System Primary CPU : 0 on QBB0 Par hrd/csb CPU IOR3 IOR2 IOR1 IOR0 Dir PS Temp QBB# 3210 3210 (pci_box.rio) Mod BP Mod 321 (:C) 0/30 PPPP P--P --.- --.- P0.1 P0.0 28.0 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 57 1/31 PPPP --PP --.- --.- P1.1 P1.0 32.0 2/32 PPPP P--P --.- --.- --.- --.- 29.0 3/33 PPPP ---P --.- --.- --.- --.- 30.0 HSwitch Type Cables 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 Temp(:C) HPM40 4-port - - - - P P P P 32.0 PCI Rise1-1 Rise1-0...
  • Page 58 PID lowering IPL CPU 1 speed is 731 MHz create powerup starting console on CPU 2 initialized idle PCB initializing idle process PID lowering IPL CPU 2 speed is 731 MHz create powerup 4-10 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 59 starting console on CPU 3 initialized idle PCB initializing idle process PID lowering IPL CPU 3 speed is 731 MHz create powerup starting console on CPU 4 initialized idle PCB initializing idle process PID lowering IPL CPU 4 speed is 731 MHz create powerup starting console on CPU 5 initialized idle PCB...
  • Page 60 CPU 15 speed is 731 MHz create powerup initializing GCT/FRU at 1fc000 initializing pka pkb pkc ewa dqa dqb environment variable mopv3_boot created version V5.8-4667 May 4 2000 02:24:27 AlphaServer Console V5.8-4667, built on May 4 2000 at 02:24:27 P00>>> 4-12 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 61 The SRM console prompt (P00>>>) is displayed at the end of power-up. This completes the power-up initialization/testing sequence. The operating system can be booted and installed from the SRM console prompt. Follow instructions given in the AlphaServer GS80/160/320 User’s Guide to: Set boot options Boot and install Tru64 UNIX Boot and install OpenVMS You can now run Q-VET to verify the system installation (Section 4.4).

  • Page 62: Q-Vet Installation Verification

    Q-VET should be used to verify a new system installation prior to configuring the system into a cluster or connecting any shared storage devices containing customer data. Q-VET is to be used by Q-VET knowledgeable HP Service Personnel only. 4-14 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 63 Q-VET must be de-installed upon completion of system installation verification. Do not leave this software at a customer site; misuse may result in loss of customer data. Swap or Pagefile Space The system must have adequate swap space (on Tru64 UNIX) or PageFile space (on OpenVMS) for proper Q-VET operation.

  • Page 64: Installing Q-Vet

    7. The Q-VET installation will size your system for devices and memory. It also runs qvet_tune. You should answer 'y' to the questions that are asked about setting parameters. If you do not, you may have trouble running Q- 4-16 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 65 VET. After the installation completes, you should delete the output directory with rm -r output. You can also delete the kit tar file. 8. You must reboot the system before starting Q-VET. 9. On reboot you can start Q-Vet GUI via vet& or you can run non GUI (Command Line) via vet -nw OpenVMS 1.

  • Page 66: Running Q-Vet

    2. Click the Start All button to begin IVP testing. > vet -nw Command-Line Q-Vet_setup> execute .Ivp.scp Interface Q-Vet_setup> start Note that there is a "." in front of the script name, and that commands are case sensitive. 4-18 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 67 OpenVMS Graphical Interface 1. From the Main Menu, select IVP, Load Script and select Long IVP (the IVP tests will then load into the Q-VET process window). 2. Click the Start All button to begin IVP testing. $ vet /int=char Command-Line Q-Vet_setup>...

  • Page 68: Reviewing Results Of The Q-Vet Run

    If the number is greater than 0, they must be reviewed for errors. If there are no Q-VET errors, no system event appendages, and testing ran to the specified completion time, the following message will be displayed. "Q-VET Tests Complete: Passed" 4-20 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 69 For automatic test run completions, there are two more possible outcomes: If there were no exerciser errors, but there were other errors or significant events in the Summary Log that must be reviewed, the following message appears: "Q-VET Tests Complete: Warning" If one or more exercisers had errors, this message appears: "Q-VET Tests Complete: Fail"...

  • Page 70: De-Installing Q-Vet

    2. Delete QVETAXP0xx.A and QVETAXPxxx.EXE if they are still on the system. 3. Execute the program @sys$manager:qvet_uninstall.com 4. Note: log files are retained in sys$specific:[sysmgr.tool_logs] 5. Reboot the system. You MUST reboot in any case, even if Q-VET is to be reinstalled. 4-22 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 71: Gs80 Interconnection Diagram

    Appendix A GS80 Interconnection Diagram Figure A–1 shows the interconnection diagram of the GS80 system. Use this diagram as a guide for cabling when doing system upgrades. GS80 Interconnection Diagram...

  • Page 72: Gs80 Interconnection Diagram

    17-04936-01 17-04844-01 17-04848-02 17-04846-01 17-04811-01 J-12 H7504 17-04846-01 Power Subshelf 17-04848-02 J-10 17-04844-01 No. 2 J-12 H7504 17-04846-01 Power Subshelf 17-04848-02 J-10 17-04844-01 No. 1 J-14 J-15 J-16 AC inlet J-12 J-11 No. 1 J-10 PK1298 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 73: Upgrades Using B4166 And B4168Cpus

    Appendix B Upgrades Using B4166 and B4168 CPUs Upgrading original systems depends upon whether the customer decides to retain the older, slightly slower CPUs or not. There are three types of upgrades: Adding CPUs to a (black) system that always had B4166 CPUs. Replacing B4125 CPUs in a (blue) system with B4166 or B4168 CPUs.

  • Page 74: Upgrades Retaining Older Cpus

    Module Color to Frame Color, as Shown Replacement Catch Detail CORRECT INCORRECT PK2225 The unoccupied slot is covered with a filler. First remove the filler from the selected slot, then proceed to install the module as follows: B-2 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 75 1. Check the firmware revisions and update, if necessary. 2. Ensure that the color code of the CPU module matches the color code of the slot. 3. Push the retainers on the module latches with your thumbs in the direction of the arrows and release the latch.
  • Page 76 16 Mbytes of B-cache. If CPUs are mixed, B4125, B4166, or B4168 on the same backplane, all are configured for the B-cache size of the processor that supports the smallest size (4 or 8 Mbytes). B-4 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 77 From outside the drawer, there is no easy way to visually distinguish between the two system drawers; to see the components that differ requires looking inside the drawer. The best way to determine which drawer is in the system is to use the show fru command.

  • Page 78: Upgrades Replacing Older Cpus

    Up To 4 MB Caches DTag revs 1/1/1/1 P00>>> <esc><esc> scm SCM_E0> set hp_count 0 SCM_E0> reset P00>>> boot dqb0 UPD> update srm* UPD> update micro P00>>> power off Powering off Hard_partition_0 consisting of: QBB0 QBB1 QBB-0 Powering OFF QBB-1 Powering OFF B-6 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 79 Issue the SRM show config command. Note the version of the SRM console. The B4166 requires V6.0-514 or higher, and the B4168 requires V6.3 or higher. Note the firmware revision of the microprocessors. The B4166 requires V6.0-514 or higher, and the B4168 requires V6.3 or higher. Issue the <esc><esc>SCM command to get to the SCM monitor.

  • Page 80: Changing The Clock Module Switch Settings

    Two switch packs on the clock module control the clock frequency. If no B4125 CPUs are in the system, the clock can run at the faster speed (9.0 ns). Figure B– 2 System Clock Switch Packs 52.2 MHz/9.6 ns 55.6 MHz/9.0 ns PK3247 B-8 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 81: Accessing The Clock Module

    The switch packs on the master clock control the speed of the system. When B4125 CPUs are in the system, the clock runs at 9.6 ns. To set the system speed to 9.0 ns, access the clock module and change the switches. Figure B–...
  • Page 82 6. Unscrew the four Phillips head screws holding the module to the side of the drawer and remove the module. 7. Check the bit settings on the two switches. See Figure B-2 for switch orientation and bit settings. B-10 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 83: B4168 Compatibility Switch

    B4168 Compatibility Switch The B4168 CPU module has a switch that must be set if the module is to be used with B4125 modules in the same QBB. Figure B– 4 Setting the B4168 Switch For use with B4168 or B4166 CPUs For use with B4125 CPUs S1 Switch Power...

  • Page 84: Verification

    Verification When you power up the system, check that the SCM correctly maps the QBBs in the system. Execute the SRM set sys_serial_num command. Run Q-Vet (see Section 4.4.2). B-12 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 85: Replacing The System Cosmetics

    Replacing the System Cosmetics After a system is completely upgraded, new cabinet doors, sides, and top may be installed. Figure B– 5 GS80 Cabinet PK3249 Upgrades Using B4166 and B4168 CPUs B-13...
  • Page 86 Pull the bottom of the panel free from the side members of the frame and lift it off the top frame member. Side Panel Replacement Reverse the removal procedure. Door Replacement Replace the doors after you have replaced the side panels and covers. Reverse the removal procedure. B-14 AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 87: Index

    Index Block diagram, 1-3 Installation distribution board assembly, 2-6 PCI box, 3-2 Cabinet preparation, 3-6 power subrack, 2-2 Cabinets, 1-5 second drawer, 2-4 Clock connections, 2-8 Installing Q-VET, 4-16 Configurations, expander cabinet, 3-10 Connections clock, 2-8 CSB, 2-14 Keyswitch, 4-1, 4-2 global port, 2-8 Keyswitch functions, 4-3 ground, 2-8...
  • Page 88 Signal connections, 2-14 SMC, 4-4 QBB, 1-2 System management console, 4-4 Q-VET installation verification, 4-14 System upgrades, 1-3 Q-VET results review, 4-20 Upgrades Running Q-VET, 4-18 CPU, 1-3, B-1 system, 1-3 Second drawer installation, 2-4 Index-2...

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