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Step 1???AlphaServer 800 Pedestal and Rackmount Package Systems

Configuration menus require the mandatory selection of:

Note: See Step 7 for M-series Cabinet Enclosure configuration rules

1. Service upgrades are available. See Step 10.

Note: Rackmount packaged systems must be installed in a cabinet. System can be installed in an existing cabinet or select a cabinet from Step 7.

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Step 1a???DIGITAL UNIX Packaged Systems

Note: Rackmount packaged systems must be installed in a cabinet. System can be installed in an existing cabinet or select a cabinet from Step 7.

DIGITAL UNIX Pedestal Packaged Systems

Key: Mandatory items must be on purchase order at initial order acceptance.

Recommended items enhance system functionality.

Step 1b???OpenVMS Packaged Systems

Note: Rackmount packaged systems must be installed in a cabinet. System can be installed in an existing cabinet or select a cabinet from Step 7.

OpenVMS Pedestal Packaged Systems

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Key: Mandatory items must be on purchase order at initial order acceptance.

Recommended items enhance system functionality.

Step 1c???Mandatory Options

Selection of a System Disk drive and a Network Adapter is mandatory. Additional disks and network adapters are supported, select as required.

Select one System Disk Drive???Mandatory

4.3 GB disk drive is recommended as System Disk. If more than one size of disk is ordered the Operating System will be factory installed on the smallest disk.

1.KZPAC RAID Array 230/Plus Controller supports 9 GB drives???for configuration information on getting around the 32 GB Logical Drive Limit of the KZPAC, see the Systems and Option Catalog file for Storage RAID Controllers dated 10 September 1998 and Customer Update dated 15 August 1997 at: http://webir.das.dec.com/info/CU5911/CU5911HM.HTM

2.Not supported on KZPAC-xx PCI-based RAID controllers.

Select one Network Adapter???Mandatory

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Step 2???Memory

Step 3???Storage

Select additional storage devices as required. See Storage Devices section for more information.

Step 3a???Internal Storage

???An onboard UltraSCSI adapter is included in each system to support a maximum of seven internal devices, four SCA-2 disk drives plus three removable devices.

???Internal Storage included

-One 600 MB 12X CD-ROM drive

-One 1.44 MB diskette drive in dedicated slot

???Additional Internal Storage supported

-Three hard disk drive bays

-Two removable 5.25-inch half-height removable media bays, or One removable 5.25-inch full-height removable media bay

Internal Disk Drives

1. Not supported on KZPAC-xx PCI-based RAID controllers.

Internal Removable Media Devices

???All Pedestal and Rackmount packaged systems include one 600 MB CD-ROM drive.

???System supports two additional 5.25-inch half-height removable media devices, or one additional 5.25-inch full-height removable media device.

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Step 3b???Storage Adapters/Controllers

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Step 3b???Storage Adapters/Controllers (continued)

1.DIGITAL UNIX and OpenVMS operating systems currently support the KZPBA-CB adapter via direct attachment in existing environments. Multi-host shared SCSI bus configurations using the KZPBA-CB adapter are supported on OpenVMS systems. Multi-host configurations are not currently supported on DIGITAL UNIX systems. For a complete list of restrictions, refer to Supported Options List at: http://www.digital.com/alphaserver/tech_docs/alphasrv800/docs/supported_options.html

2.18.2 GB disk drives are not supported on KZPAC-xx PCI-based RAID controllers.

3.KZPAC RAID Array 230/Plus Controller supports 9 GB drives???for configuration information on getting around the 32 GB Logical drive Limit of the KZPAC, see the Systems and Option Catalog file for Storage RAID Controllers dated 10 September 1998 and Customer Update dated 15 August 1997 at: http://webir.das.dec.com/info/CU5911/CU5911HM.HTM

4.KZPSC-UB is recommended for KZPAC RAID controllers.

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Step 3b???Storage Adapters/Controllers (continued)

KZPAC-CA/CB

KZPAC-CA/CB

KZPAC-SB

(.5 METER)

DSSI Controllers

Step 3c???External Tape Expansion

???External tape drives are also supported on optional PCI-based SCSI adapters.

-KZPAA-AA???maximum bus length including cable and tape device cannot exceed 3.0 meters.

-KZPSA-BB???maximum bus length including cable and tape device cannot exceed 25.0 meters.

???External tape drives are not supported on KZPAC-xx UltraSCSI RAID controllers on systems running DIGITAL UNIX or OpenVMS.

External Tapes

Minimum level of operating system required: DIGITAL UNIX V4.0B, OpenVMS V7.1-1H1.

1.Includes four cartridge loader. Larger magazines are supported.

2.Base operating systems support sequential backup mode only; additional software is required for random access backup. See Storage Devices section for details.

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Step 4???Monitors

???Graphics monitors other than those listed below can be used if compatible with SVGA graphics ordered with a system.

???Higher resolutions are available with optional PCI graphics adapters. See Step 5.

Note: Selection of a video extension cable and a country specific power cord is mandatory for all monitor variants. See Step 4a for video extension cable.

See Step 4b for country specific power cords.

SN-VRQV5-24/23 15" (13.8" viewable image size) Corporate Series auto-scan color monitor, flat square Invar CRT, 0.28 mm dot pitch, VGA to 1024 x 768 @ 75 Hz, TCO 95, MPRII, Energy Star, attached 1.8 meter video cable. Requires mandatory selection of video extension cable and country specific power cord for all variants.

???24 = Northern Hemisphere without power cord ???23 = Southern Hemisphere without power cord

SN-VRQP7-24/23 17??? (16.0??? viewable image size) professional series auto-scanning color monitor, Trinitron CRT, 0.25 mm aperture grill pitch, VGA to 1280 x 1024 at 75 Hz, TCO 95, MPR-II, Energy Star, attached 1.8 meter video cable. Requires mandatory selection of video extension cable and country specific power cord for all variants.

???24 = Northern Hemisphere without power cord. ???23 = Southern Hemisphere without power cord..

SN-VRQP1-24/23 21" (19.6" viewable image size) auto-scanning color monitor, Trinitron CRT, 0.25 mm aperture grill pitch, VGA to 1600 x 1200 at 75 Hz NI, TCO 95, Energy Star, includes a 1.8 meter video cable. Requires mandatory selection of video extension cable and country specific power cord for all variants.

???24 = Northern Hemisphere without power cord. ???23 = Southern Hemisphere without power cord.

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Step 5???Graphics Adapters

???Select only if additional graphics card is required.

???All systems include onboard SVGA with 1 MB video RAM. Onboard SVGA must be disabled when using multi-head graphics options.

???Maximum of one PB2GA-JD supported per system. Onboard SVGA must be disabled.

Step 6???Networks and Communications

Refer to the Supported Options List for O/S support, restrictions, and maximum number of options supported per system at http://www.digital.com/alphaserver/tech_docs/alphasrv800/docs/supported_options.html

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Step 7???Cabinet Enclosures and Accessories

???Rackmount Packaged Systems must be installed in a cabinet.

???System can be installed in an existing cabinet or select an M-series Cabinet Enclosure.

???Select Cabinet Enclosure based on number of Systems and StorageWorks Shelves supported.

M-series Top Gun Blue Cabinet Enclosures are available in three sizes:

Cabinet Configuration Chart

1. 79??? H9A15 Cabinet supports a minimum of two AlphaServer 800 systems, installation of one system is not supported.

M-series Cabinet Enclosure Options

M-series Cabinet Enclosures require the mandatory selection of:

Includes rear door, top fan tray, and 2 H7600-DB power distribution units

For custom integration of systems, options, and additional Compaq and third party devices, or for other cabinets, doors, and trim kits of a different color, contact Compaq CustomSystems at 1-800-DIGITAL, or contact your local authorized Compaq Certified Integration Partner.

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1. Selection of front door for H9A11 cabinet is optional, cabinet includes front trim kit and filler bezel kit.

Shelves supported in M-series Cabinets with front doors (H9A10/M9A15)

Shelves supported in M-series Cabinets with trim kit (H9A11)

Factory Integration

YS-ASCAA-AA Factory Integration of systems and storage devices assembled and configured in cabinet enclosure in pre-defined locations

Ballast Kit

Ballast is dead weight that is added to a cabinet at specific locations for specific configurations to meet safety regulations for installation, operation, and service. See Cabinet Configuration Chart for ballast kit requirements.

For additional information on M-series Cabinet Enclosures visit www.digital.com/alphaserver/products/m-series.html

Compaq CustomSystems Support

Cabinets containing systems and storage must be assembled by qualified assemblers: Compaq Manufacturing, Compaq???s Customs Systems Group, or an authorized Compaq Certified Integration Partner.

For custom integration of systems, options, and additional Compaq and third party devices, or for other cabinets, doors, and trim kits of a different color, contact Compaq CustomSystems at 1-800-DIGITAL, or contact your local authorized Compaq Certified Integration Partner.

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Step 8???Keyboards and Power Cords

Keyboards

System ordered in the Americas and Asia Pacific includes keyboard and power cords. Select country-specific keyboard for all non North American Pedestal and Cabinet system orders. All keyboards are opal gray.

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Step 8???Keyboards and Power Cords (continued)

Pedestal Power Cords

???North American variants include (North American, Japan) power cord. If another power cord is selected, both power cords ship with system.

???Selection of a power cord is mandatory for all non North American orders.

Rackmount Power Cords

???North American variants include BN20Z-4E 120 V (North American, Japan) power cord. If another power cord is selected, both power cords ship with system.

???Selection of a power cord is mandatory for all non North American orders.

Note: AlphaServer 800 Pedestal system power cords are less then 15 feet long and are not supported in cabinet enclosures.

Step 9???Software

DIGITAL UNIX

Software Processor Code = E

???DIGITAL UNIX packaged systems include DIGITAL UNIX base license, Server Extension , Internet AlphaServer Software kit and Unlimited User license.

???DIGITAL UNIX packaged systems require operating system media and documentation for first system on site.

DIGITAL UNIX Media and Documentation???required for first system on site

QA-MT4AA-H8 DIGITAL UNIX media and online documentation on CD-ROM

QA-MT4AA-GZ DIGITAL UNIX full hardcopy documentation

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Step 9???Software (continued)

StorageWorks Software Packages for DIGITAL UNIX

QB-5RXAE-AA StorageWorks Software Package (includes licenses for Logical Storage Manager and AdvFS Utilities).

QB-5RYAE-AA StorageWorks Software Package (includes licenses for Logical Storage Manager and AdvFS Utilities plus Networker Save and Restore).

TruCluster Available Server License

QL-05SAE-AA TruCluster Available Server License

DIGITAL UNIX Software Layered Products Library CD-ROM

QA-054AA-H8 Layered products media and documentation for DIGITAL UNIX on CD-ROM

DECnet for DIGITAL UNIX

QL-MTJAE-AA DECnet/OSI end-system license for DIGITAL UNIX

QL-MTKAE-AA DECnet/OSI extended function license for DIGITAL UNIX

OpenVMS

Software Processor Code = E

???OpenVMS Concurrent Use Licenses are not specific to a single system and can be moved between systems at user discretion.

???OpenVMS Concurrent Use Licenses can also be shared in a mixed OpenVMS VAX and OpenVMS Alpha Cluster.

OpenVMS Concurrent Use Licenses

OpenVMS layered products

QL-MUZAE-AA OpenVMS Cluster License

QL-2A1AE-AA Volume Shadowing License

OpenVMS media and documentation???required for first system on site

QA-MT1AA-H8 OpenVMS media and online documentation CD-ROM (V7.1)

QA-MT1AG-H8 OpenVMS media and online documentation CD-ROM (V6.2-1H3))2

QA-MT1AD-H8 OpenVMS media and online documentation CD-ROM (V7.1-1H1)1

QA-001AA-GZ OpenVMS hardcopy documentation

1.Required to run UltraSCSI.

2.UltraSCSI is not currently supported on OpenVMS V6.2-1H3. OpenVMS V6.2-1H3 runs in Fast10 SCSI Mode.

OpenVMS Layered Products CD-ROM

1. Includes DIGITAL Enterprise Integration Package for OpenVMS media and documentation.

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Step 9???Software (continued)

DECnet for OpenVMS

QL-MTGAE-AA DECnet extended function license for OpenVMS

QL-MTHAE-AA DECnet end-system to extended function upgrade license for OpenVMS

DSSI Information

EK-410AB-MG DSSI VMScluster Installation Guide

EK-D4AXP-TS DSSI VMScluster Troubleshooting Guide

Step 10???Hardware and Software Supplemental Support Services

Hardware???Americas and Asia Pacific only

???Systems include three-year hardware warranty, onsite with 5 x 9, 24 hour response time.

???Select optional Hardware Supplemental Support Services if required.

???Select optional Hardware Installation.

Software???Americas and Asia Pacific only

DIGITAL UNIX and OpenVMS systems include 90-day Conformance to SPD and Telephone Advisory Support. Select optional Software Supplemental Support Services, if required.

Step 10a???Hardware and Software Supplemental Support Services (Europe only)

Europe does not have specific part numbers for Hardware and Software Supplemental Support Services. Prices can be quoted using the Excelerator tool; contact MCS Sales in your country for information on Hardware and Software Supplemental Support Services.

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Step 11???CPU Upgrades

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AlphaServer 800 System Diagram???Side View

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AlphaServer 800 System Diagram ??? Rear of Enclosure

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AlphaServer 800 Pedestal Specifications

Shipping Dimension

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AlphaServer 800 Pedestal Specifications (continued)

Regulatory

1.Maximum operating temperature at Sea Level. Reduce by 1 C (1.8 F) for each 600 m (2000 ft) above Sea Level.

2.Higher altitudes are possible if maximum operating temperature is reduced (see Temperature, above); other restrictions may apply, such as maximum permissible altitude for hard drives.

AlphaServer 800 Rackmount Specifications

Electrical???Power Supplies are universal 120/240 V ac

Same as Pedestal

Regulatory

Same as Pedestal

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Uninterruptable Power Supplies

Prestige 1250EXT

UPS offerings include EIA232 port for local or network monitoring and plug-in battery extension provisions to increase run time up to two hours. For complete protection, UPS products should be used with data line surge protectors and UPS monitoring software.

Solutions for Pedestal Systems

4N-AEABF-AA Prestige 1250EXT, 1250 VA/900W, 1 phase, 50/60 Hz, 120V 6-foot cord with 5-15P plug, (4) 5-15R receptacle, 9 minutes battery at full UPS load.

4N-AEABF-BF Prestige 1250EXT, 1250 VA/900W, 1 phase, 50/60 Hz, 200-240V in/out selectable. Uses system power cord for detachable IEC320 input connection at UPS. Includes (3) IEC320 10A output receptacles, (2) output jumpers with IEC320 connectors to system.

4N-AEABF-BB Extension pack for 120V 60 Hz models, up to four packs at 30 minutes per pack supported

4N-AEABF-BD Extension pack for 240V 50 Hz models, up to four packs at 30 minutes per pack supported

4N-AEAEO-PA Hot-swap Power-Pass Module for 60 Hz UPS with (7) 5-15R Surge Protected outlets.

4N-AEAEO-PB Hot-swap Power-Pass Module for 50 Hz UPS with (6) IEC320, 10A surge protected outlets.

4N-AEWAR-G1 Prestige 5 year on-site exchange warranty upgrade (US only).

Rackmount UPS

1.Factory installation must be specified at time of order. Up to two UPS systems, one UPS for up to 5 fully configured systems. Recommended UPS distribution option combines multiple UPS input plugs into a single L6-30P plug-in connection to simplify future UPS add-on. Order 4NAEAAH-FF 60 Hz; 4N-AEAAH-FG 50 Hz).

2.Includes six IEC receptacle strips for connection to IEC plugs in cabinet.

3.208-120/208V shown; order 4N-AEAAJ-CT for 240-120/240V models

4.Optional mobile stacker with seismic mounting provision for 6kVA Prestige (4N-AEACH-HD)

4N-AEAAJ-CL Prestige 6 kVA (4 kW), single phase, 60Hz, 208-120/208V, 6 ft. cord with L6-30P and (2) L6-30R,

(8) 5-15R receptacle. Modular hot-swap design with 7 minute battery at full UPS load, extendible plug and play batteries and receptacle provisions. Substitute -CT for 240V 240/120V operation.

4N-AEAAJ-CU Prestige 6 kVA (4 kW) 50Hz package, single phase, 50Hz, 200-240V in/out selectable, hardwired input/output.

4N-AEWAR-G3/G4 Prestige 5 year on-site exchange warranty upgrade for 4N-AEAAH-CM/CT. G4 provides on-site remedial and start-up service.

UPS Monitoring and Unattended Shutdown Software (for above UPS systems only) is included in ServerWORKS Kits shipping with all AlphaServers. Order Cable Kit separately.

4N-ONLIN-NT Cable Kit for DIGITAL UNIX

4N-ONLIS-FE Cable Kit for OpenVMS

Network Management or multi system shutdown (via SNMP or ServerWORKS Manager) for DIGITAL UNIX and OpenVMS requires Network Adapter option.

Note: Multiple system shutdown via OpenVMS requires multi-port hardware option (RN-JMIU4-AB). Ports can be daisy chained.

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