OCTANE® Workstation Owner’s Guide Document Number 007-3435-003
CONTRIBUTORS Written by Charmaine Moyer Production by Linda Rae Sande Illustrated by Kwong Liew Engineering contributions by Jim Bergman, Brian Bolich, Bob Cook, Mark Glusker, John Hahn, Steve Manzi, Ted Marsh, Donna McMaster, Jim Pagura, Michael Poimboeuf, Brad Reger, Jose Reinoso, Bob Sanders, Chris Wheaton, Michael Wright, and many others on the OCTANE engineering and business team. St. Peter’s Basilica image courtesy of ENEL SpA and InfoByte SpA.
Contents List of Figures xi List of Tables xix Introduction xxi Audience xxi Hardware Options xxii Software and System Administration Information Product Support xxii 1.
Contents Shutting Down and Powering Off the OCTANE Workstation 29 Using the Power Button to Shut Down and Power Off the OCTANE Workstation 29 Using the Toolchest to Shut Down the OCTANE Workstation 32 2. 3. 4.
Contents Removing a PCI Board 109 Installing the PCI Module 119 Powering On the OCTANE Workstation 126 Verifying the PCI Board Installation 127 5.
Contents Powering On the OCTANE Workstation 197 Testing the External Device 198 Formatting an External Floppy Disk Drive 201 Installing Serial Devices 201 About Serial Ports 202 Attaching the Device 202 Configuring the Device 204 Installing Audio Devices 204 Installing the Microphone 206 Installing the Speakers and Headphones 207 About Analog Line Level Audio 211 About Coaxial Digital Audio 211 About the Optical Digital Port and Cable 211 Replacing the Keyboard or Mouse 212 Powering On the OCTANE Workstati
Contents Removing and Installing the Frontplane Module and System Identification Module 237 Attaching the Wrist Strap 238 Task Information 239 Preparing the Workstation to Remove the Frontplane Module 239 Removing the Frontplane Module 241 Removing the System Identification Module 243 Installing the Frontplane Module 244 Removing and Installing the System Fan 245 Preparing the Workstation to Replace the System Fan 245 Removing and Installing the Plastics: Top and Base 250 Removing and Installing the Plasti
Contents OCTANE/SSI Graphics Board 283 OCTANE/MXI Graphics Board 284 B. C.
Contents D. Creating a System Disk From the PROM Monitor 317 Installing a New Version of the Operating System 321 E.
List of Figures Figure 1-1 Figure 1-2 Figure 1-3 Figure 1-4 Figure 1-5 Figure 1-6 Figure 1-7 Figure 1-8 Figure 1-9 Figure 1-10 Figure 1-11 Figure 1-12 Figure 1-13 Figure 1-14 Figure 1-15 Figure 1-16 Figure 1-17 Figure 1-18 Figure 1-19 Figure 1-20 Figure 1-21 Figure 1-22 Figure 1-23 Figure 1-24 Figure 1-25 Figure 1-26 Figure 1-27 Front View of the OCTANE Workstation 5 Back View of the OCTANE Workstation 6 OCTANE Shipment Components 7 Lifting the OCTANE Workstation 8 Attaching the Keyboard and Mouse Cables
List of Figures Figure 1-28 Figure 1-29 Figure 1-30 Figure 1-31 Figure 1-32 Figure 2-1 Figure 2-2 Figure 2-3 Figure 2-4 Figure 2-5 Figure 2-6 Figure 2-7 Figure 2-8 Figure 2-9 Figure 2-10 Figure 2-11 Figure 2-12 Figure 2-13 Figure 2-14 Figure 2-15 Figure 2-16 Figure 2-17 Figure 2-18 Figure 2-19 Figure 2-20 Figure 2-21 Figure 2-22 Figure 2-23 Figure 2-24 Figure 2-25 Figure 2-26 Figure 2-27 Figure 2-28 xii Shutting Down the System Notifier 33 Shutting Down the System Caution Notifier 33 System Shutdown Noti
List of Figures Figure 3-1 Figure 3-2 Figure 3-3 Figure 3-4 Figure 3-5 Figure 3-6 Figure 3-7 Figure 3-8 Figure 4-1 Figure 4-2 Figure 4-3 Figure 4-4 Figure 4-5 Figure 4-6 Figure 4-7 Figure 4-8 Figure 4-9 Figure 4-10 Figure 4-11 Figure 4-12 Figure 4-13 Figure 4-14 Figure 4-15 Figure 4-16 Figure 4-17 Figure 4-18 Figure 4-19 Figure 4-20 Figure 4-21 Figure 4-22 Figure 4-23 Figure 4-24 Figure 4-25 Powering Off the OCTANE Workstation 72 Removing the Screws That Hold the Power Supply to the Chassis 74 Removing th
List of Figures Figure 4-26 Figure 4-27 Figure 4-28 Figure 4-29 Figure 4-30 Figure 4-31 Figure 4-32 Figure 4-33 Figure 4-34 Figure 4-35 Figure 4-36 Figure 4-37 Figure 4-38 Figure 4-39 Figure 4-40 Figure 4-41 Figure 4-42 Figure 4-43 Figure 4-44 Figure 4-45 Figure 4-46 Figure 4-47 Figure 4-48 Figure 5-1 Figure 5-2 Figure 5-3 Figure 5-4 Figure 5-5 Figure 5-6 Figure 5-7 Figure 5-8 Figure 5-9 xiv Replacing the I/O Panel Screw 106 Reconnecting the PCI Module Door 107 Tightening the Screws of the PCI Module Doo
List of Figures Figure 5-10 Figure 5-11 Figure 5-12 Figure 5-13 Figure 5-14 Figure 5-15 Figure 5-16 Figure 5-17 Figure 5-18 Figure 5-19 Figure 5-20 Figure 5-21 Figure 5-22 Figure 5-23 Figure 5-24 Figure 5-25 Figure 5-26 Figure 5-27 Figure 5-28 Figure 5-29 Figure 5-30 Figure 5-31 Figure 5-32 Figure 5-33 Figure 5-34 Figure 5-35 Figure 5-36 Figure 5-37 Figure 5-38 Placing a Cap on the XIO Compression Connector 142 Identifying the Slots Used by an XIO Board 143 Placing the Cap on the XIO Compression Connector
List of Figures Figure 5-39 Figure 5-40 Figure 5-41 Figure 5-42 Figure 5-43 Figure 5-44 Figure 6-1 Figure 6-2 Figure 6-3 Figure 6-4 Figure 6-5 Figure 6-6 Figure 6-7 Figure 6-8 Figure 6-9 Figure 6-10 Figure 6-11 Figure 6-12 Figure 6-13 Figure 6-14 Figure 6-15 Figure 6-16 Figure 6-17 Figure 6-18 Figure 6-19 Figure 6-20 Figure 7-1 Figure 7-2 Figure 7-3 Figure 7-4 xvi Installing Slots A and D of the XIO Module Toward the Interior of the OCTANE Workstation 173 Replacing the XIO Module 174 Inserting the XIO Mo
List of Figures Figure 7-5 Figure 7-6 Figure 7-7 Figure 7-8 Figure 7-9 Figure 7-10 Figure 7-11 Figure 7-12 Figure 7-13 Figure 7-14 Figure 7-15 Figure 7-16 Figure 7-17 Figure 7-18 Figure 7-19 Figure 7-20 Figure 7-21 Figure 7-22 Figure 7-23 Figure 7-24 Figure 7-25 Figure 7-26 Figure 7-27 Figure 7-28 Figure 7-29 Figure 7-30 Figure 7-31 Figure 7-32 Figure 7-33 Figure 7-34 Figure 7-35 Figure 7-36 Figure 7-37 Removing the Bezel 222 Identifying the Option Drive Bays 223 Sliding In an Optional Drive 224 Locking t
List of Figures Figure 7-38 Figure 8-1 Figure 8-2 Figure 8-3 Figure 8-4 Figure 8-5 Figure 8-6 Figure 8-7 Figure 8-8 Figure 8-9 Figure 8-10 Figure 8-11 Figure 8-12 Figure 8-13 Figure 8-14 Figure 8-15 Figure 8-16 Figure A-1 Figure A-2 Figure A-3 Figure A-4 Figure B-1 Figure B-2 xviii Powering on the OCTANE Workstation 258 Lightbar LEDs - Front of OCTANE, Diagnostic Chart #1 262 Lightbar LEDs - Front of OCTANE, Diagnostic Chart #2 263 Lightbar LEDs - Front of OCTANE, Diagnostic Chart #3 264 Locating the NMI
List of Tables Table 6-1 Table 6-2 Table 6-3 Table 6-4 Table 6-5 Table C-1 Table C-2 Table C-3 Table C-4 Table C-5 Table C-6 Table C-7 Table C-8 Table C-9 Table C-10 Table C-11 Table C-12 Table C-13 Table C-14 Table C-15 Table C-16 Table C-17 Table C-18 Table C-19 Table C-20 Table C-21 Table C-22 Comparison of Ultra and Fast, Wide and Narrow SCSI Rates 184 Bus Rate + Operating Mode = Data Burst Rates 184 Maximum Combined SCSI Cable Length For Daisy-Chaining Devices 189 Additional Information on External S
Introduction Welcome to the OCTANE workstation! The OCTANE Workstation Owner’s Guide is your complete guide to installing, diagnosing, and repairing your OCTANE workstation.
Introduction Hardware Options A listing of available OCTANE hardware configurations (upgrades and options) is available on the Web. In the location window, type http://www.sgi.com/octane/. Software and System Administration Information For complete information on installing software, see the online Personal System Administration Guide. It is located on your desktop in the Toolchest > Help> Online Books. For more advanced information, see the online IRIX Admin: Software Installation & Licensing Guide.
Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter explains how to set up your OCTANE workstation and attach it to a network, turn the system on, and log in. It also explains how to use the IRIX Interactive Desktop environment.
Chapter 1 1. Getting Started This chapter tells you how to set up your OCTANE workstation.
Chapter 1: Getting Started If this reference guide is no longer installed on your system disk, follow these instructions to install it: Go to the Toolchest > System > Software Manager. Place the IRIX Foundation CD in a CD-ROM or access it over the network. From the Toolchest > System choose Software Manager. Press and hold the Lookup button and select IRIX Foundation CD. Click Custom Installation. Select “IRIX Executive Foundation 6.4 for Origin, Onyx2 and OCTANE.
Front View Front View Bezel release buttons Bezel with door Option drive bays Power button Ventilation grid Reset button Light Figure 1-1 Front View of the OCTANE Workstation 5
Chapter 1: Getting Started Back View Fan Lockbar System label System module Microphone XIO module Speakers/headphone XIO boards (graphics and communications Speaker power Analog line level audio R L Monitor Coaxial digital audio in/out In Out Optical digital audio - in Serial number Optical digital audio - out StereoView 1 2 SCSI 3 PCI module Ethernet Parallel Mouse Keyboard 2 1 Power supply Serial ports Power cord Figure 1-2 6 Back View of the OCTANE Workstation
Checking Your Shipment Checking Your Shipment Documentation Compression connector caps OCTANE Monitor CDs Mouse Wriststrap Microphone Keyboard Lockbar Speakers Power cables - 10 ft.
Chapter 1: Getting Started Lifting the OCTANE Workstation Figure 1-4 Lifting the OCTANE Workstation Lifting the OCTANE workstation is a two-person job. Lift the workstation by the air vents at the top of the chassis, as shown in figure Figure 1-4.
Organizing Your Setup Process Organizing Your Setup Process If you have no additional parts, memory, or peripherals to install, use the setup poster or the setup steps in this chapter to set up the OCTANE workstation. Install optional parts or peripherals before you follow the setup steps so that you will not have to remove and reinstall cables. Installing Optional Parts • To install additional memory, see Chapter 2, “Installing and Removing the CPU and Memory.
Chapter 1: Getting Started Setting Up the OCTANE Workstation Human factors guidelines for setting up your OCTANE workstation are in Octane Hardware Central, found online through the Toolchest > Help > Online Books > SGI End User. To set up the OCTANE workstation, follow these steps: Mouse Keyboard Figure 1-5 1. 10 Attaching the Keyboard and Mouse Cables Attach the keyboard and mouse to the OCTANE workstation.
Setting Up the OCTANE Workstation Ethernet Figure 1-6 Attaching the Ethernet Cable 2. Attach the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the OCTANE workstation.
Chapter 1: Getting Started Left (passive) speaker Right (active) speaker Power Figure 1-7 Attaching the Speaker-to-Speaker Cable 3. Place the speakers on either side of the monitor as shown in Figure 1-7. 4. Connect the left (passive) speaker to the right (active) speaker. Use the port labeled L.
Setting Up the OCTANE Workstation Speakers Power Power Right (active) speaker To left speaker To speaker port on workstation Figure 1-8 Attaching the Speaker and Power Cable to the Active Speaker 5. Connect the speaker/workstation cables (the cable with two connectors on each end) to the active speaker. The connectors cannot be installed incorrectly because they are different sizes; male/male on one end, female/male on the other.
Chapter 1: Getting Started speaker power Figure 1-9 Connecting the Speaker and Power Cables 6. Connect the active speaker to the OCTANE workstation, using the cable with two male connectors on the end. 14 ■ Connect the smaller male connector to the speaker power port. ■ Attach the larger male connector to the speaker port.
Setting Up the OCTANE Workstation Microphone Figure 1-10 Attaching the Microphone 7. Set up the microphone. ■ Place the microphone cord through the slot in the base. ■ Slide the microphone back until it is firmly connected to the base. ■ Place the microphone in the center of the top of the monitor. ■ Place the cable over the back of the monitor. ■ Attach the cable to the microphone port on the OCTANE workstation.
Chapter 1: Getting Started B D C A Figure 1-11 Connecting the Monitor and Power Cables 8. Connect the monitor and power cables. 16 ■ Connect the monitor-to-graphics cable to the monitor. (Step A) ■ Connect the monitor-to-graphics cable to the I/O connector on the back of the OCTANE workstation. (Step B) ■ Connect the monitor power cord to the monitor. (Step C) ■ Connect the OCTANE power cord to the back of the OCTANE workstation.
Setting Up the OCTANE Workstation Figure 1-12 Connecting the Monitor and Power Cables to an Electrical Outlet 9. Connect the power cords from the OCTANE workstation and the monitor to an electrical outlet.
Chapter 1: Getting Started Figure 1-13 Powering On the Monitor 10. Press the power button on the monitor.
Setting Up the OCTANE Workstation Figure 1-14 Powering On the Speakers 11. Press the power button on the active speaker.
Chapter 1: Getting Started Power button Figure 1-15 Powering On the OCTANE Workstation If you are installing the lockbar, go to “Locking the OCTANE Workstation” on page 21. If you are not installing the lockbar, go to step 12. 12. Press the power button on the OCTANE workstation. You have just finished setting up the OCTANE workstation and are ready to login. See “Logging Into the OCTANE Workstation” on page 24.
Locking the OCTANE Workstation Locking the OCTANE Workstation Using the lockbar locks the bezel and system module to the chassis. Locking the bezel prevents the option and system drives from being removed. Locking the system module prevents the memory (DIMMs) and processor (CPU) from being removed. The lockbar slot is found behind the door on the front of the OCTANE workstation. Lockbar slot Figure 1-16 1. Locating the Lockbar Slot Open the door of the OCTANE workstation. 2.
Chapter 1: Getting Started B A Figure 1-17 Inserting the Lockbar 3. Slide in the lockbar. (Step A) 4. Secure it with a lock. (Step B) 5. Close the door.
Locking the OCTANE Workstation Power button Figure 1-18 Powering On the OCTANE Workstation 6. Power on the OCTANE workstation. 7. You have finished setting up the OCTANE workstation and are ready to log in.
Chapter 1: Getting Started Logging Into the OCTANE Workstation Once you create a user login account for yourself and set up networking software, your system is ready to create a personal work area for you and let you communicate with other systems and people on your network. If this is the first time your system is being booted, you see a login screen similar to the one shown in Figure 1-19. Figure 1-19 Login Screen If you already have a login account, you see an icon with your login name.
Using the IRIX Interactive Desktop Using the IRIX Interactive Desktop Now you are ready to use the desktop management system called the IRIX Interactive Desktop. The IRIX Interactive Desktop and Its Icons By default, several icons appear on the desktop: a folder icon representing your home directory, a dumpster icon, and icons for peripherals you have installed. See Figure 1-20. The peripheral icons show the current state of the devices they represent.
Chapter 1: Getting Started The Toolchest The toolchest in the top left-hand corner of the screen (shown in Figure 1-21) provides access to system functions, applications, and documentation. Figure 1-21 Toolchest Icon • Under the Toolchest > System is the System Manager, which provides hardware and software information about your workstation. • From the Toolchest > Help, you can access the library of online documentation.
Using the IRIX Interactive Desktop For IRIX 6.4 users, it is also found online through the Toolchest > Selected > File QuickFind. Type insight in the window that appears. When the InSight bookshelf appears, choose SGI End User > OCTANE Hardware Central, or you can open Netscape and enter the following URL in the location window: file:/usr/share/Insight/library/SGI_bookshelves/SGI_EndUser/books/ Octane_HWCntl/index.
Chapter 1: Getting Started IRIX 6.5 Users: InfoSearch From the Toolchest > Help > InfoSearch, type the name of the book or topic for which you need information. InfoSearch searches online books, man pages, and release notes covering end user, developer, and system administrator information. Technical Publications Library If you have access to the Internet, you can view most manuals, man pages, and release notes on the Technical Publications Library. The URL is: http://techpubs.sgi.
Shutting Down and Powering Off the OCTANE Workstation Shutting Down and Powering Off the OCTANE Workstation There are two ways to shut down and power off your OCTANE workstation: • Use the power button to shut down the system software and power off. • Use the Toolchest > System > Shut Down System to shut down the system software and return to the System Maintenance menu or power off.
Chapter 1: Getting Started Figure 1-24 System Shutdown Notifier 4. Turn off the monitor by pressing the monitor power button. If the system does not power off, either it never came up all the way or the operating system is hung. If you do not see any activity for several minutes, follow the steps below. Power button Reset button Figure 1-25 1. Pressing the Reset Button Press the power button again.
Shutting Down and Powering Off the OCTANE Workstation Power button Reset button Figure 1-26 Pressing the Power Button 2. If pressing the power button a second time does not work, use a pencil or pen to press the reset button. 3. If the system still fails to power off, unplug the power cord from the back of the workstation and contact your service provider.
Chapter 1: Getting Started Using the Toolchest to Shut Down the OCTANE Workstation Figure 1-27 System Shutdown Caution Message You can use the System menu in the Toolchest to shut down the system. You can also choose to power off the system by pressing the power button. 1. From the Toolchest > System, choose System Shutdown. After a few seconds you see the notifier shown in Figure 1-27.
Shutting Down and Powering Off the OCTANE Workstation Figure 1-28 Shutting Down the System Notifier You can also shut down and restart the system. 1. To shut down the system and get the System Maintenance Menu (allowing you to restart your system), from Toolchest > System, choose System Shutdown. After a few seconds you see the notifier shown in Figure 1-29. Figure 1-29 Shutting Down the System Caution Notifier 2. Click OK at the notifier shown in Figure 1-29.
Chapter 1: Getting Started Figure 1-30 System Shutdown Notifier Next you see the message shown in Figure 1-31. Figure 1-31 Okay to Power Off Notifier 3. Click Restart. You see the system startup message shown in Figure 1-32. Figure 1-32 Starting Up the System Notifier You are finished shutting down, powering off, or restarting your system.
Chapter 2 Installing and Removing the CPU and Memory This chapter provides information about installing and removing CPUs and memory (DIMM)s in the OCTANE workstation. It also provides information about verification procedures.
Chapter 2 2. Installing and Removing the CPU and Memory Since both memory and the processor reside in the same area of the workstation, this chapter provides information on installing and removing a processor (CPU) or memory (DIMMs).
Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and Memory Preparing the Workstation to Remove and Install a CPU and Memory A B Power button Power cord C Figure 2-1 Power switch Powering Off the OCTANE Workstation To prepare the workstation to install or remove a CPU or memory, follow these steps: 1. Open the cover and push the power button to power off the OCTANE workstation. (Step A) 2. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet and from the OCTANE workstation. (Step B) 3.
Preparing the Workstation to Remove and Install a CPU and Memory A B Figure 2-2 Removing the Lockbar 5. Remove the lockbar which locks the system module and bezel to the chassis. ■ Unlock the lock at the back of the OCTANE workstation. (Step A) ■ Pull the lockbar out of the OCTANE workstation. (Step B) 6. Face the rear of the workstation.
Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and Memory System module Figure 2-3 Removing the Cables From the System Module 7. Remove the cables attached to the system module.
Attaching the Wrist Strap Attaching the Wrist Strap Caution: The components inside the OCTANE workstation are extremely sensitive to static electricity; you must wear the wrist strap while replacing parts inside the workstation. A Unroll B C Figure 2-4 1. Attaching the Wrist Strap to the Chassis Unwrap the first two folds of the band and wrap the exposed adhesive side firmly around your wrist. (Step A) 2. Unroll the rest of the band and peel the liner from the copper foil at the opposite end.
Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and Memory Removing the System Module Figure 2-5 Removing the System Module Screws Warning: The heat sinks on the CPU and system module become very hot. Wait 5 minutes after powering off the OCTANE workstation before you remove the system module. Test before touching the CPU or heat sinks. 1.
Removing the System Module 2. Loosen the captive screws that hold the sliding handles to the OCTANE workstation. See Figure 2-5. Bristled pad Figure 2-6 Locating the Compression Connectors Look for the two compression connectors when you take the system module out of the chassis, and do not touch them. They are on the back of the system module, and connect to the chassis when the system module is installed in the workstation.
Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and Memory Figure 2-7 Releasing the System Module From the Frontplane 3. Pull both sliding handles simultaneously until they are completely extended. This action releases the system module from the workstation.
Removing the System Module Figure 2-8 Removing the System Module From the Chassis 4. Pull the system module from the chassis by grasping the module handle with your left hand and bracing your right hand against the top of the workstation. Support the bottom of the module as you pull it out. 5. Place it on a dry, antistatic surface with the CPU and DIMMs facing up. Your desktop works well.
Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and Memory Caution - do not touch Figure 2-9 Locating the Compression Connectors Caution: Do not touch the compression connectors as you remove the system module. The side of the compression connector that connects to the workstation is extremely delicate. See Appendix B for information and care of the compression connectors.
Removing the System Module Caution - do not touch Figure 2-10 Placing the Compression Cap on the Compression Connector 6. Place a cap on each compression connector on the back of the system module. (Compression connector caps come with the workstation.) Warning: The heat sinks on the CPU and system module become very hot. Wait 5 minutes before touching them, and then test before touching them.
Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and Memory Installing and Removing a CPU/Processor Your OCTANE workstation uses either a single or a dual CPU (processor). The installation procedure is the same for a single or dual processor of any speed. Removing a CPU Single processor Figure 2-11 Removing the Single Processor To remove a CPU, you must first power off the workstation, wait 5 minutes to allow the heat sinks to cool, attach the wriststrap, and remove the system module.
Installing and Removing a CPU/Processor Single processor Figure 2-12 Lifting the Single Processor From the System Module Caution: Do not remove the four inner screws (not Phillips) holding the heatsink to the CPU. 2. Slide your fingers under the edge of the single processor closest to the back of the module, and push up to release it. You may need to use two hands to lift it out. 3. Go to step 4 for instructions on lifting the dual processor from the system module.
Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and Memory Dual processor Figure 2-13 Lifting the Dual Processor From the System Module 4. Slide your fingers under the side bar of the system module and under the dual processor and push up to release it. After releasing it, lift it out of the system module.
Installing and Removing a CPU/Processor Installing a CPU/Processor Connectors Dual processor Figure 2-14 Single processor Viewing the Connectors on the Underside of the CPUs To install a CPU, you must first power off the workstation, wait 5 minutes after powering off the workstation to allow the heat sinks to cool, attach the wriststrap, remove the system module, and remove a CPU.
Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and Memory Single processor Connectors Figure 2-15 Installing a Single Processor 3. Lower the CPU onto the standoffs and connectors as shown in Figure 2-15. (See Figure 2-16 for an illustration of the dual processor installation.) 4. Tighten the four captive screws to the standoffs. (The dual processor has six captive screws.
Installing and Removing a CPU/Processor Dual processor Figure 2-16 Installing the Dual Processor You have finished installing the CPU and are ready to replace the system module. Go to “Replacing the System Module” on page 59.
Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and Memory Installing and Removing Memory To install or remove memory, you must power off the workstation, wait 5 minutes after powering off the workstation to allow the heat sinks to cool, attach the wriststrap, and remove the system module. Follow the instructions for preparing the workstation and removing the system module, “Preparing the Workstation to Remove and Install a CPU and Memory” on page 38 through, “Removing the System Module.
Installing and Removing Memory • SGI DIMMs have color coded labels with a part number in the middle of the label: – the 32 MB DIMM has a yellow label – the 64 MB stacked DIMM has a blue label – the 64 MB DIMM (not stacked) has a green label – the 128 MB DIMM has a brown label – the 256 MB stacked DIMM has a red label • Minimum memory capacity in the OCTANE workstation is 64 MB. (2 x 32 MB DIMMs) • Maximum memory capacity in the OCTANE workstation is 2 GB.
Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and Memory Removing Memory If you have not already done so, power off the workstation, wait 5 minutes after powering off the workstation to allow the heat sinks to cool, attach the wriststrap, and remove the system module from the chassis. See “Preparing the Workstation to Remove and Install a CPU and Memory” on page 38 and follow the instructions through removing the system module. Then return to this page.
Installing and Removing Memory 1. With the system module lying on a flat, dry, antistatic surface, locate the DIMM banks and sockets as shown in Figure 2-17 and Figure 2-18. 2. Locate the DIMMs you want to remove. Caution: Do not touch the connector near the DIMM removal levers. A B DIMM sockets Figure 2-19 Removing a DIMM 3. Remove the DIMMs. ■ Press down on the latch at the end of the DIMM socket. The DIMM partially ejects from the socket. (Step A) ■ Remove the DIMM.
Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and Memory Installing Memory Notches Figure 2-20 Locating the Notches on a DIMM Before installing memory, see “About Memory” on page 54. If you have not already done so, power off the workstation, wait 5 minutes after powering off the workstation to allow the heat sinks to cool, attach the wriststrap, and remove the system module to install memory.
Replacing the System Module Replacing the System Module Caution - do not touch Figure 2-21 1. Removing the Compression Connector Cap Remove the caps on the compression connectors on the back of the system module. Do not touch the system module compression connectors as you lift the module into the workstation. Caution: Do not insert the system module into the workstation unless the power cord is unplugged from the electrical socket.
Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and Memory Figure 2-22 Supporting the System Module 2. Grasp the system module by its immovable handle and support it with one hand as you slide it into the chassis. 3. Push the module completely into the chassis using the immovable handle. (Both sliding handles protrude.) The system module stops when it is slightly out of the chassis.
Replacing the System Module Figure 2-23 Replacing the System Module in the OCTANE Workstation 4. Push the sliding handles simultaneously to connect the system module to the workstation.
Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and Memory Figure 2-24 Locking the System Module to the Frontplane 5. Push firmly on the handles to completely lock the system module to the workstation. The handles are completely recessed and the system module is flush with the chassis when it is fully seated and locked to the workstation.
Replacing the System Module Figure 2-25 Replacing the System Module Screws 6. Tighten the captive screws in the sliding handles until the system module is attached to the chassis. 7. Remove the wrist strap.
Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and Memory Figure 2-26 Replacing Cables to the System Module 8. Replace any cables you removed.
Powering On the OCTANE Workstation Powering On the OCTANE Workstation A B Power button Power cord C Figure 2-27 1. Power switch Powering On the OCTANE Workstation Plug in the power cord. (Step A) 2. Push the power button on the workstation. (Step B) 3. Press the power switch on the monitor.
Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and Memory B A Figure 2-28 Push in Installing the Lockbar 4. Replace the lockbar. ■ Open the cover on the front of the OCTANE workstation. ■ Slide the lockbar into the lockbar slot. (Step A) ■ Insert the lock through the lockbar at the back of the workstation. (Step B) Verifying Memory Installation 1.
Verifying Memory Installation 2. If the amount of memory is incorrect, follow the directions at the beginning of this chapter to power off your system and check the installation or removal procedure. ■ Check the angle of the DIMMs. They should be upright and completely seated. ■ Check that each bank is populated with two DIMMS, and that they are the same type. You must have an even number of DIMMS installed. ■ Check the color of the label on the DIMM.
Chapter 3 Installing and Removing the Power Supply This chapter provides information about installing and removing the power supply in the OCTANE workstation.
Chapter 3 3. Installing and Removing the Power Supply You rarely need to remove and install a power supply. Because the power supply is located at the bottom of the OCTANE workstation and you do not have to open the chassis, it is easily removed. This chapter provides information on installing or removing a power supply.
Chapter 3: Installing and Removing the Power Supply Preparing the Workstation to Remove or Install the Power Supply A B Power button Power cord C Figure 3-1 Power switch Powering Off the OCTANE Workstation Before removing the power supply, you must power off the OCTANE workstation. 1. Open the cover and push the power button to power off the OCTANE workstation. (Step A) 2. Unplug the power cable from the electrical socket. (Step B) 3. Press the monitor power switch to power off the monitor.
Removing the PCI Module Removing the PCI Module If you do not have a PCI module installed, go to the next section. If you have a PCI module installed, you need to remove it before removing the power supply. Go to Chapter 4, “Removing the PCI Module” on page 89 for instructions on removing the PCI module. Then return here and follow the instructions below to remove the power supply.
Chapter 3: Installing and Removing the Power Supply Figure 3-2 Removing the Screws That Hold the Power Supply to the Chassis Warning: Be sure you have removed the power cable from the electrical socket before beginning this procedure. 1. Locate the two captive screws near the bottom of the power supply that secure it to the chassis. 2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screws until they release from the chassis.
Removing the Power Supply Figure 3-3 Removing the Power Supply From the OCTANE Workstation 3. Grasp the handle and pull the power supply from the chassis.
Chapter 3: Installing and Removing the Power Supply Figure 3-4 Removing the Power Supply Cable 4. Tilt the power supply up, and unplug the power cable.
Installing the Power Supply Installing the Power Supply Figure 3-5 Installing the Power Supply Cable Follow the steps below to install the power supply. 1. Tilt the power supply upward and plug the power cable in the power supply.
Chapter 3: Installing and Removing the Power Supply Figure 3-6 Sliding In the Power Supply 2. Slide in the new power supply. 3. Push on the power supply to firmly connect it to the frontplane. Note: Be sure the tabs (holding the screws) on the power supply are flush with the chassis.
Installing the Power Supply Figure 3-7 Inserting and Tightening the Screws 4. Tighten the screws that attach the power supply to the workstation. You have finished installing the power supply. To reinstall the PCI module, turn to Chapter 4, “Installing the PCI Module” on page 119 and follow the instructions through powering on the OCTANE workstation. If you are not installing a PCI module, you are ready to power on the OCTANE workstation. Go to the next section.
Chapter 3: Installing and Removing the Power Supply Powering On the OCTANE Workstation A B Power button Power cord C Figure 3-8 1. Power switch Powering On the OCTANE Workstation Plug the power cable into an electrical outlet. (Step A) 2. Press the power button on the OCTANE workstation. (Step B) 3. Press the power switch on the monitor.
Chapter 4 Installing and Removing PCI Boards This chapter provides information about installing and removing PCI boards and the PCI module in the OCTANE workstation.
Chapter 4 4. Installing and Removing PCI Boards PCI boards in the OCTANE workstation install into a container that slides into the workstation. The container, the PCI module, is small and lightweight, and you can install PCI boards away from the chassis loction. This chapter contains information on installing and removing PCI boards and the PCI module.
Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI Boards PCI blank panel Figure 4-1 Workstation Without the Optional PCI Module The PCI module is an optional module of the OCTANE workstation. If your OCTANE workstation does not have a PCI module, a blank panel covers the opening for the PCI module.
About the PCI Module and Boards PCI module Figure 4-2 Workstation With the Optional PCI Module If your OCTANE workstation has a PCI module installed, it protrudes from the rear of the workstation. See Figure 4-2. About the PCI Module and Boards Total power for the PCI module (the sum of power for all boards from all power supply rails) must not exceed 45.0W (average 15.0W per board). The OCTANE PCI module is a 5V system environment.
Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI Boards The PCI module supports full- or half-size boards. A maximum of three boards can be installed in the PCI module. The PCI module allows installation of PCI boards that have extra long I/O connectors. Possible board combinations are • two full-size boards and one half-size board. • one full-size board and two half-size boards. • three half-size boards.
Preparing the Workstation to Install or Remove PCI Boards 1. Open the cover and push the power button to power off the OCTANE workstation. (Step A) 2. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. (Step B) 3. Press the monitor power switch to turn off the monitor. (Step C) 4. Face the rear of the workstation. Figure 4-4 Removing the Cables From the PCI Module 5. Remove any cables from the PCI module.
Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI Boards Attaching the Wrist Strap Caution: The components inside the OCTANE workstation are extremely sensitive to static electricity; you must wear the wrist strap while replacing parts. A Unroll B C Figure 4-5 1. Attaching the Wrist Strap to the Chassis Unwrap the first two folds of the band and wrap the exposed adhesive side firmly around your wrist. (Step A) 2. Unroll the rest of the band and peel the liner from the copper foil at the opposite end.
Removing the PCI Module Removing the PCI Module Caution - do not touch Figure 4-6 Identifying the Compression Connector on the PCI Module Installing or removing PCI boards requires removing the PCI module from the workstation. Caution: The compression connector on the back of the PCI module is delicate and easily damaged. Do not touch or bump the gold area of the compression connector. See Appendix B, for information about and care of the compression connectors.
Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI Boards Figure 4-7 1. 90 Removing the Screws From the PCI Module Loosen the two captive screws that secure the PCI module to the OCTANE workstation until they are disconnected from the chassis.
Removing the PCI Module Release lever Figure 4-8 Opening the Release Lever 2. Pull the release lever toward you and to the right.
Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI Boards Figure 4-9 Sliding the PCI Module From the Chassis 3. Slide the PCI module from the chassis. Place it on a dry, antistatic surface. Your desktop works well.
Removing the PCI Module Caution: Do not touch Figure 4-10 Installing a Cap on the Compression Connector 4. Place a cap on the compression connector on the back of the PCI module. (Extra compression connector caps came with the workstation.
Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI Boards Opening the PCI Module Figure 4-11 Loosening the Screws on the PCI Module If the PCI module is out of the workstation, go to step 1. If your PCI module is still in the workstation, go to “Preparing the Workstation to Install or Remove PCI Boards” on page 86 and follow the instructions through removing the PCI module. 1. Turn the PCI module as shown in Figure 4-11. 2. Loosen the screws holding the PCI module door closed, but do not remove them.
Opening the PCI Module Release hinge Figure 4-12 Opening and Removing the PCI Module Door 3. Pull the PCI module door up and off. The release hinge allows the module door to slide up and off.
Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI Boards Identifying a PCI Slot PCI ID #1 PCI ID #2 PCI ID #3 Figure 4-13 Identifying PCI Slots PCI physical slots and slots identified in software have the same designation. See Figure 4-13. • The top slot is PCI ID #1. • The middle slot is PCI ID #2. • The bottom (half-sized) slot is PCI ID #3.
Installing a PCI Board Figure 4-14 Removing the Blank I/O Panel Screw Caution: PCI boards are extremely sensitive to static electricity: You must wear the wrist strap while removing or installing PCI boards. The wrist strap prevents the flow of static electricity, which could damage the PCI board. 1. Remove the screw from the blank I/O panel that is in the slot in which you wish to install the PCI board.
Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI Boards Figure 4-15 Removing the Blank I/O Panel 2. Remove the blank I/O panel by pulling it up. Use the metal knob on the side of the blank panel to help lift it out of the PCI module. 3. Keep the I/O blank panel. If you later remove a PCI board and do not replace it, you must reinstall the blank panel.
Installing a PCI Board Figure 4-16 Inserting a PCI Board Into the PCI Module 4. Insert the PCI board into the connector in the PCI module. Push gently but firmly until the PCI board snaps into place. If you have a board with an extra-long connector which prevents you from inserting the board, skip to step 6.
Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI Boards Figure 4-17 Inserting the Board Screw 5. Insert and tighten the screw that holds the PCI board to the PCI module.
Installing a PCI Board Release hinge Figure 4-18 Placing the Door on the PCI Module 6. Fit the hinged door to the PCI module.
Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI Boards Figure 4-19 Tightening the PCI Module Door Screws 7. Tighten the I/O door screws. Go to “Installing the PCI Module” on page 119.
Opening the I/O Door for Extra-Long Connectors Opening the I/O Door for Extra-Long Connectors Figure 4-20 1. Removing the Screws Holding Other Boards to the I/O Door If there are boards installed in the PCI module, and you want to open the I/O door, remove the screws holding the boards to the I/O to allow the door to open. Do not remove any blank I/O panels. They are directly attached to the door and open with it.
Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI Boards Figure 4-21 Removing the PCI Module Door Screws 2. If you have a board with an extra-long connector, completely remove the screws that hold the door to the PCI module. I/O door expansion device Figure 4-22 Opening the I/O Door 3. Slide the I/O expansion door open.
Opening the I/O Door for Extra-Long Connectors Figure 4-23 Inserting a PCI Board With an Extra-long Connector 4. Insert the PCI board into the connector in the PCI module. Press gently but firmly until the board snaps into place. Figure 4-24 Closing the I/O Door 5. Close the I/O door.
Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI Boards Figure 4-25 Inserting and Tightening the I/O Door Screws 6. Insert the screws that hold closed the I/O panel door. Figure 4-26 Replacing the I/O Panel Screw 7. Insert the screws that holds all PCI boards to the I/O panel door.
Opening the I/O Door for Extra-Long Connectors Release hinge Figure 4-27 Reconnecting the PCI Module Door 8. Fit the hinged door to the PCI module.
Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI Boards Figure 4-28 Tightening the Screws of the PCI Module Door 9. Tighten the module door screws. Go to “Installing the PCI Module” on page 119.
Removing a PCI Board Removing a PCI Board Figure 4-29 Removing the Screw If you have not already done so, go to “Preparing the Workstation to Install or Remove PCI Boards” on page 86 and follow the instructions from powering off the workstation through opening the PCI module. Then return here for instructions on removing the PCI board. 1. Remove the screw holding the PCI board to the module. 2. If you have a board with an extra-long connector, skip to step 5. Otherwise, go to step 3.
Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI Boards Figure 4-30 Extracting the PCI Board 3. Grasp the PCI board on the top edge to extract it. 4. Pull up until the board releases. The board may be difficult to remove because it fits snugly into the connector in the PCI module. If it is very difficult to remove, go to step 5, open the I/O door expansion device, and grasp the PCI board on the top and edge of the card and pull it up and out.
Removing a PCI Board Figure 4-31 Opening the I/O Door 5. Remove the screws holding any other PCI boards to the module so that the I/O door can swing open. Figure 4-32 Removing the I/O Door Screws 6. Remove the screws holding the I/O to the PCI module.
Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI Boards I/O door expansion device Extra-long connector Figure 4-33 Opening the I/O Door 7. Slide the I/O door open. Opening the I/O door allows the I/O connector at the end of the PCI board clearance so that the board can be easily removed and provides space for gripping the edges of the two boards that are close to the sides of the PCI module.
Removing a PCI Board Figure 4-34 Removing a PCI Board 8. Grasp the PCI board on the top edge to extract it. 9. Pull up until the board releases. The board may be difficult to remove because it fits snugly into the connector in the PCI module. To install a PCI board, go to “Installing a PCI Board” on page 96. If you are not installing another PCI board in the same slot, insert an I/O blank panel. Go to the next step.
Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI Boards Figure 4-35 Closing the I/O Door 10. Close the I/O door. Figure 4-36 Inserting the I/O Door Screws 11. Insert, but do not tighten, the screws holding the I/O door to the PCI module.
Removing a PCI Board Figure 4-37 Inserting the I/O Blank Panel 12. Install an I/O blank panel in the I/O door in place of the PCI board. Use the knobs on the back of the blank panel to position it. Note: Be sure to place the tip of the I/O blank panel inside the groove at the bottom of the PCI module. Do not position the tip outside the groove.
Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI Boards Figure 4-38 Attaching the Blank Panel to the I/O Door 13. Attach the blank panel to the I/O door with a screw.
Removing a PCI Board Release hinge Figure 4-39 Reconnecting the PCI Module Door 14. Fit the hinged door to the PCI module.
Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI Boards Figure 4-40 Replacing the Screws of the PCI Module Door 15. Tighten the door screws. Go to “Installing the PCI Module” on page 119.
Installing the PCI Module Installing the PCI Module Figure 4-41 Removing the Screws From the Blank Panel If you are installing a PCI module for the first time, you need to remove the blank panel. 1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screws from the blank panel.
Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI Boards PCI blank panel Figure 4-42 Removing the Blank Panel 2. Using a flathead screwdriver, place the tip of the screwdriver in the slot at the top and middle of the blank panel. 3. Pull the panel outward and lift it up and out. Note: Save the blank panel for reuse, should you ever need to remove the PCI cage. Either the PCI cage or the blank panel must be in place at all times.
Installing the PCI Module Caution - do not touch Figure 4-43 Removing the Cap From the Compression Connector 4. Remove the cap from the compression connector on the back of the PCI module, and save it for future use.
Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI Boards Tab Figure 4-44 Replacing the PCI Module 5. Place the PCI module in the chassis and push it until the tabs are flush with the chassis.
Installing the PCI Module Release lever Figure 4-45 Closing the Release Lever 6. Close the release lever by pushing it to the left until it is parallel with the PCI module.
Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI Boards Figure 4-46 Replacing the PCI Screws 7. Tighten the captive screws that hold the PCI module to the chassis.
Installing the PCI Module Figure 4-47 Replacing the PCI Cables 8. Connect any PCI cables to the PCI connectors. 9. Remove the wrist strap. You have finished replacing the PCI module and are ready to power on the OCTANE workstation. Go to “Powering On the OCTANE Workstation” on page 126.
Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI Boards Powering On the OCTANE Workstation A B Power button Power cord C Figure 4-48 1. Power switch Replacing the Power Cord and Turning On the OCTANE Workstation Face the front of the workstation. 2. Connect the workstation’s power cord to an electrical outlet. (Step A) 3. Press the power button to power on the OCTANE workstation. (Step B) 4. Press the monitor power switch to power on the monitor.
Verifying the PCI Board Installation Verifying the PCI Board Installation You can verify your PCI board installation. See the OCTANE PCI Module Installation Guide for specific instructions on checking the installation. 1. If your PCI board does not appear to be functioning, repeat the installation procedure. 2. If the PCI board still appears to not function, call your authorized service representative.
Chapter 5 Installing and Removing XIO Boards This chapter provides information about installing and removing XIO boards in the OCTANE workstation. It also provides information about the XIO module.
Chapter 5 5. Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards Several XIO graphics and option board configurations are possible in the OCTANE workstation. Depending on the size of the graphics board, you may install either two or three option boards, such as the OCTANE Personal Video option board, the Ultra SCSI option board, or a second graphics board to create a Dual Head configuration. Option board configuration information is included in the documentation that ships with the option board.
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards • “Installing the XIO Module” on page 173 • “Powering On the OCTANE Workstation” on page 178 • “Verifying the Graphics or Option Board Installation” on page 178 I/O panel XIO module Figure 5-1 Locating the XIO Module The XIO module in the OCTANE workstation is on the right side as you face the back of the chassis.
About the XIO Module and XIO Boards About the XIO Module and XIO Boards The XIO module is the holding mechanism for XIO graphics or XIO option boards and holds up to four boards. It can be thought of as a tray to which boards are attached. The four quadrants of the XIO module are Slots A, B, C and D. Slots D and A are on one side, Slots B and C on the other. A graphics board, option boards, or blank panel attaches to each slot on the XIO module.
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards Preparing the Workstation to Install or Remove XIO Boards A B Power button Power cord C Figure 5-2 1. Power switch Powering Off the OCTANE Workstation Open the cover and push the power button to power off the OCTANE workstation. (Step A) 2. Unplug the power cord. (Step B) 3. Power off the monitor by pressing the power switch. (Step C) 4. Wait 5 minutes before removing the XIO module.
Preparing the Workstation to Install or Remove XIO Boards To monitor Figure 5-3 Removing the Monitor Cable 5. Remove all the cables from the XIO module (only one is shown here).
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards Attaching the Wrist Strap Caution: The components inside the OCTANE workstation are extremely sensitive to static electricity; you must wear the wrist strap while replacing parts inside the workstation. To attach the wrist strap, follow these steps: A Unroll B C Figure 5-4 1. Attaching the Wrist Strap Unwrap the first two folds of the band and wrap the exposed adhesive side firmly around your wrist. (Step A) 2.
Removing the XIO Module Compression Connector Caution Bristled pad Figure 5-5 Identifying the Compression Connector Caution: The compression connectors on all XIO graphics boards and most option boards are very delicate and easily damaged. Do not touch or bump the gold bristled pad. The connectors are on the side opposite the handle. Do not grab the back of the XIO module when you remove it, or the compression connectors may be damaged.
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards Figure 5-6 Removing the XIO Module Screws Warning: The heat sinks on the XIO boards become very hot. Wait 5 minutes after powering off the OCTANE workstation before you remove the XIO module. Test before touching any of the XIO boards. 1. 138 Loosen the two captive screws in the XIO module handles with the supplied Phillips screwdriver until the screws are disconnected from the chassis.
Removing the XIO Module Figure 5-7 Releasing the XIO Module 2. Grasp the handles and pull until the XIO module protrudes about an inch from the chassis. The handles and XIO module move out about one inch before the I/O panels move.
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards XIO module Figure 5-8 Removing the XIO Module 3. Grasp the XIO module along its length, and support the base of the module as you remove it from the chassis.
Removing the XIO Module Blank panel Graphics board Cap Slot D UP XIO module Slot A I/O panel Figure 5-9 Placing the XIO Module on Its Side The handle area protrudes when the XIO module is out of the chassis. When the handle protrudes, the identification slots for the XIO boards, (D and A on one side, B and C on the other), are visible. See Figure 5-9. Note: Do not push on the handle area after you have removed the XIO module.
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards Caution - do not touch Figure 5-10 Placing a Cap on the XIO Compression Connector 5. Place a cap on the XIO graphics board compression connector. Spare caps come with the workstation. See Figure 5-10. Caution: Do not touch or bump the gold (front) surface of the XIO compression connector to prevent damaging the connector. Place a protective cap on XIO compression connector to prevent damage when the XIO boards are removed from OCTANE.
Removing a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank Panel With No Baffle Before you install a graphics or option board, you need to remove a protective blank panel or other graphics or option board. The processes for removing a standalone graphics board, option board, and blank panel are the same. The process for removing an option board attached by flex cables to the graphics board involves extra steps.
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards Caution - do not touch Figure 5-12 Placing the Cap on the XIO Compression Connector Caution: Do not touch the gold XIO compression connector. 1. Before you remove a graphics board or option board, place a cap on the XIO compression connector to prevent accidental damage when removing the board. For this task... Go to... Removing the cable guard and flex cables Step 2 in this section. from the graphics board.
Removing a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank Panel With No Baffle Graphics board Screw UP Option board with flex cables A Cable guard Figure 5-13 Removing the Standoff Screw To remove the cable guard and flex cables, follow these steps: 2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screw from the standoff. See Figure 5-13.
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards Graphics board Option board with flex cables Spacer A Cable guard I/O panels Figure 5-14 Sliding the Cable Guard Beneath the I/O Panel 3. Slide the cable guard toward the I/O panels. This action releases the cable guard from the option board.
Removing a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank Panel With No Baffle Graphics board Option board with flex cables A A Cable guard Figure 5-15 B Removing the Cable Guard 4. Swing the cable guard away from the graphics and option board. (Step A) 5. Slide the cable guard from beneath the I/O panels. (Step B) You are finished removing the cable guard.
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards Graphics board Option board with flex cables UP Screw A Flex cables Figure 5-16 Replacing the Graphics Board Screw 6. Replace the screw in the graphics board standoff.
Removing a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank Panel With No Baffle Push levers down to release connectors A Board B C Cable connector Figure 5-17 B A Releasing the Flex Cables From the Graphics Board 7. Detach the flex cables from the graphics board beginning with the cable labeled C. ■ Press down on one release lever on the end of the flex cable (Step A), then on the other (Step B). Note: Pressing both release levers at the same time usually results in the connector remaining seated.
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards Graphics or option board C BA I/O panel Figure 5-18 150 Removing the Flex Cables From the Graphics Board ■ Pull up on the connector until it releases. ■ Remove flex cable B, then flex cable A, following the procedure for flex cable C.
Removing a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank Panel With No Baffle Screws UP Graphics board Figure 5-19 Removing the Screws From the XIO Board 8. Using the supplied Phillips screwdriver, remove the screws from the graphics board, option board, or blank panel. Use the list below to determine the number and type of screws to remove. Different board types require different numbers and types of screws.
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards Blank panel Slot D UP Slot A Graphics board I/O panel Figure 5-20 Removing the Graphics Board 9. Grasp the graphics board, blank panel, or option board on the I/O panel and on the side of the board with no connectors and lift. 10. With the same side facing up, place the board on a clean, antistatic surface. It is a good idea to save the blank panel to reinstall in the workstation should you need to remove an option board.
Removing a Blank Panel With Baffle Removing a Blank Panel With Baffle Blank panel B Slot B C Slot C Figure 5-21 1. Baffle Removing the Baffle If you are removing a blank panel next to another blank panel, first remove the baffle. ■ Remove the four screws from the baffle. ■ Lift the baffle off the blank panels and keep it for possible future use. ■ Replace two screws into the blank panel you are not removing 2. Remove the final two screws from the blank panel you are removing. 3.
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards Installing a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank Panel Before installing a graphics board, option board, or blank panel, you must power off the OCTANE workstation, wait 5 minutes for the heat sinks to cool, attach a wrist strap, and remove the XIO module. If you have not already done so, see “Preparing the Workstation to Install or Remove XIO Boards” on page 134 and follow the instructions through removing the XIO module.
Installing a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank Panel Screws Cap on XIO compression connector Graphics board Blank panel Slot D UP Slot A Figure 5-22 Standoff Replacing the Screws 3. Place the graphics board, option board, or blank panel on the standoffs. Some option boards must be placed in designated slots. Always check your option board installation manual for information about board placement or other pertinent information.
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards 5. Remove the caps from all XIO compression connectors. Keep the caps to protect the compression connector should you ever remove any XIO board. Note: Be sure all the slots are filled, with a graphics board, option boards, or blank panels. The system does not cool properly if any of the slots are empty. If you are installing Go To An option board (without flex cables) “Installing the XIO Module”.
Installing a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank Panel C B A Graphics board UP C BA Release levers Figure 5-23 1. Attaching the Option Board Flex Cables to the Graphics Board Turn the XIO module so that the graphics board in slot A or D and A is facing you. 2. Attach the connector with the shortest flex cables to connector A on the graphics board. Press down on the middle of the connector to ensure proper seating. 3.
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards C B A Graphics board UP C BA Release levers Figure 5-24 Attaching the Flex Cables to the Graphics Board 4. Lay the longest flex cable through the release levers of connectors A and B. Connect the connector and press down on it to fully seat it. Go to the next section, “Installing the Cable Guard” on page 159.
Installing a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank Panel Installing the Cable Guard This section describes how to install the cable guard. Graphics board UP C Option board with flex cables B A Spacer or standoff Flex cables I/O panels Figure 5-25 Identifying Parts for the Cable Guard Installation The cable guard protects the flex cables from being scratched or caught when the XIO module is inserted or removed from the workstation.
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards Graphics board Option board with flex cables UP Screw A Flex cables Figure 5-26 1. 160 Removing the Screw From the Graphics Board Remove the screw from the graphics board, as shown in Figure 5-26.
Installing a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank Panel Graphics board Option board with flex cables A B Cable guard Figure 5-27 A Sliding the Cable Guard Under the I/O Panels 2. Slide the two prongs under the I/O panels. (Step A) 3. Push the cable guard toward the flex cables, laying the top hook on the top of the graphics board. (Step B) Continue placing pressure on the flex cables.
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards Graphics board Option board with flex cables Top of graphics board A Spacer Cable guard Figure 5-28 Sliding the Cable Guard Behind the Standoff 4. Press down on the center hole of the cable guard and slide it toward the back of the XIO module until its half-hook rests behind the spacer or standoff on the option board.
Installing a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank Panel Graphics board Screw UP Option board with flex cables A Cable guard Figure 5-29 Attaching the Screw to Anchor the Cable Guard 5. Place the screw from the graphics board through the hook on the cable guard and the graphics board, and into the standoff on the XIO module. Then tighten it. If you received a screw with the cable guard, use this longer screw instead of the screw you just removed from the graphics board. 6.
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards Installing the Baffle Baffle Blank panel B Slot B C Slot C Figure 5-30 Installing the Baffle on Two Side-by-Side Blank Panels Install the baffle when you have two side-by-side blank panels. 1. Lay the blank panel over the empty slot. 2. Place the baffle over the two blank panels. 3. Insert and tighten the four screws. 4. Insert the remaining two screws into the remaining holes on the blank panel you are installing.
Installing a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank Panel Caution - do not touch Figure 5-31 Removing the Cap From the XIO Compression Connector 5. Remove the cap from the XIO compression connector. 6. Keep the caps from the XIO compression connectors to place them on the XIO boards, the system module, or PCI module whenever you remove it from the OCTANE workstation. 7. Go to “Installing the XIO Module” on page 173.
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards Placing a Texture Memory Option Board on the Graphics Board Texture memory option board connectors Graphics board Slot D UP Slot A I/O panel XIO module Figure 5-32 Locating the Connectors for the Texture Memory Option Board If you have not already done so, see “Preparing the Workstation to Install or Remove XIO Boards” on page 134 and follow the instructions through removing the XIO module.
Placing a Texture Memory Option Board on the Graphics Board Connectors for texture memory boards Slot D UP Slot A Figure 5-33 Locating the Connectors for the Texture Memory Option Board on the OCTANE/SSI Graphics Board Two texture memory option boards install, side by side, on the OCTANE/SSI graphics board. See Figure 5-33. If you are installing two texture memory option boards on the OCTANE/SSI graphics board, begin with the set of connectors near the D slot designation, as shown in Figure 5-33.
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards Connectors beneath texture memory board UP Figure 5-34 1. Installing the Texture Memory Option Board on the OCTANE/SI Graphics Board Align the texture memory option board above the graphics board as shown in Figure 5-34. 2. Lower the texture memory option board and slide the front edge under the I/O panel. 3. Align the two long connectors on the underside of the texture memory option board with the two connectors on the graphics board.
Placing a Texture Memory Option Board on the Graphics Board Connectors on the underside of the texture memory board UP Figure 5-35 Inserting the Nylon Screw 5. Place and tighten the nylon screw that came with the texture memory board through the hole in the I/O panel and into the hole on the texture memory option board as shown in Figure 5-35. Caution: Do not use a metal screw; your board does not perform properly.
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards Removing a Texture Memory Option Board From the Graphics Board If you have not already done so, see “Preparing the Workstation to Install or Remove XIO Boards” on page 134 and follow the instructions through removing the XIO module. A single texture memory option board is installed on the OCTANE/SI graphics board. Two texture memory option boards are installed on the OCTANE/MXI graphics board.
Removing a Texture Memory Option Board From the Graphics Board UP Figure 5-37 Releasing the Texture Memory Option Board From the Graphics Board 2. Push up on the ends of the texture memory option board farthest from the I/O panel to release the two connectors beneath.
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards Connectors on the underside of the texture memory board UP Figure 5-38 Removing the Texture Memory Option Board 3. Lift up and back to remove the texture memory option board from beneath the edge of the I/O panel. Caution: If you are removing texture memory option boards from the OCTANE/MXI graphics board, be sure to remove both texture memory option boards. Follow the instructions in this section.
Installing the XIO Module Installing the XIO Module XIO module R Slot A (OCTANE/SI or OCTANE/SSI or MXI in Slots A and D) L In Out Slot B (option boards with flex cables to graphics; standalone option board) Slot C (option boards) 2 1 Figure 5-39 Slot D (OCTANE/SSI or MXI in Slots D and A; option board ) Installing Slots A and D of the XIO Module Toward the Interior of the OCTANE Workstation Caution: Replace the XIO module with the graphics boards toward the inside of the workstation.
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards Graphics A board, upper left B Upper right Lower D left C Lower right XIO module Figure 5-40 Replacing the XIO Module Follow these instructions to install the XIO module: 1. Replace the XIO module in the OCTANE workstation by sliding the XIO module into guides on the top and bottom of the workstation. 2.
Installing the XIO Module XIO module Figure 5-41 Inserting the XIO Module 3. Grasp the handle area with one hand while supporting the XIO module with the other, and slide the module into the chassis. 4. Use the handles to push the XIO module into a locked position. (The I/O panels are nearly flush with the workstation when properly inserted, however, there is a slight variation in the depth of the boards.
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards Figure 5-42 Replacing the XIO Module Screws 5. Tighten the captive screws in the handles. 6. Remove the wrist strap.
Installing the XIO Module To monitor Figure 5-43 Replacing the Monitor Cable 7. Reconnect all XIO cables to the XIO module. 8. Connect any new cables to the XIO module. You have finished installing an XIO board. Go to “Powering On the OCTANE Workstation” on page 178.
Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards Powering On the OCTANE Workstation A B Power button Power cord C Figure 5-44 1. Power switch Powering On the OCTANE Workstation Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. (Step A) 2. Push the power button on the front of the OCTANE workstation. (Step B) 3. Push the power switch on your monitor.
Verifying the Graphics or Option Board Installation 3. Look for a line similar to this: Graphics board: MXI and Graphics board: SI or the name of the option board. 4. If your graphics or option board is not recognized, repeat the installation procedure. 5. If the graphics or option board is still not recognized, see Chapter 8, Troubleshooting, or the option board manual. 6. If the graphics board or option board is still not recognized, contact your authorized service representative.
Chapter 6 Installing and Removing External Devices This chapter provides information about installing and removing external devices from the OCTANE workstation.
Chapter 6 6. Installing and Removing External Devices This chapter provides basic information about SCSI bus bandwidths and rates, information about SCSI and serial device cabling, rules for daisy-chaining peripherals, pointers to configuration documentation, and instructions for installing and removing external devices. (For information on internal SCSI devices, see Chapter 7, “Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts.
Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External Devices About SCSI Buses and Devices SCSI devices continue to evolve with higher bus bandwidths, faster data transfer rates, and channels with longer cables and more devices. The OCTANE workstation contains two wide buses, one for internal devices and one for external devices. Table 6-1 compares Ultra and Fast, wide and narrow SCSI rates.
Cleaning DAT or DLT Drives Here are some tips to keep in mind when attaching SCSI devices to the OCTANE workstation. • You can mix Ultra and Fast devices on the same bus. You can also mix 16-bit and 8-bit devices on the same bus. The overall performance of a mixed bus can vary widely. • To daisy-chain a mix of wide and narrow devices, place the wide devices (as a group) closest to the OCTANE workstation where the bus is wide, and place the narrow devices (as a group) at the end of the daisy chain.
Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External Devices Follow these steps to clean your DAT or DLT drive: 1. Insert a DAT or DLT cleaning cassette tape. Note: Be sure to use a cleaning tape authorized by the DAT drive manufacturer. The drive loads the tape and cleans the heads automatically. The DAT or DLT drive ejects the cleaning tape when the cleaning is complete. 2.
Installing External SCSI Devices Assigning a SCSI Address to the External Device You must shut down your system to install an external device, but before doing so you must assign an address to the device. Note: Set addresses manually only on external SCSI devices. Bus 1 (the external bus) has addresses such as 1-1, 1-2, 1-3. The second number is the number the user sets.
Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External Devices Setting the SCSI Address on the External Device To set the SCSI address on the external device, locate a switch, button, dial, or jumpers and manually set the address. Use the address you chose in step 4 of the previous section. If the device has a push button, switch, or dial on the back, follow the steps below. If there is no switch or dial on the device, see the instructions included with the device. Figure 6-1 1.
Installing External SCSI Devices About Cables You can attach one or more external devices to the SCSI port on the back of your workstation. Connecting more than one device is called daisy-chaining. The devices are connected in a chain, with the first device attached to the SCSI port on the workstation. The combined length of SCSI cables determines the number of devices that can be daisy-chained. See Table 6-3 for information on the types of devices and combined cable lengths you may use.
Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External Devices Shutting Down and Powering Off the System A B Power button Power cord C Figure 6-2 Power switch Powering Off the OCTANE Workstation Shut down and power off the system. 1. Open the door on the front of the OCTANE workstation. (Step A) 2. Press and release the power button to shut down the software and power off the system. (Step B) 3. The system powers off automatically. 4. Press the monitor power switch to turn off your monitor.
Installing External SCSI Devices Preparing the SCSI Device for Cabling 1. If you are daisy-chaining a new device to a connected device, remove the terminator from the connector on the last device in the current chain by squeezing the clips on both sides of the terminator and pulling it off. See Figure 6-3. 2. If this is the only device to be attached to the OCTANE workstation, leave its terminator in place.
Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External Devices Cabling the Devices Caution: Ultra and Fast SCSI devices require higher quality cables than earlier SCSI devices. Use the cable and active terminator that came with the device. Using other types of cables or terminators can result in your system malfunctioning. 1. Choose the appropriate SCSI cable to connect the external SCSI device. Caution: Exceeding the maximum 1.
Installing External SCSI Devices 3. Use the following cables between the OCTANE workstation and the device, or between devices: ■ If you are attaching the device to the workstation, use the high-density 68-pin to Centronics® 50-pin Fast SCSI cable. See Figure 6-4. ■ To daisy-chain an Ultra SCSI device to another Ultra SCSI device, use a 68-pin to 68-pin cable. ■ To daisy-chain an Ultra SCSI device to a Fast SCSI device, use a 68-pin to 50-pin Centronics Fast SCSI cable.
Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External Devices Connecting the SCSI Devices SCSI Figure 6-6 1. Connect the single device, or first of several devices. ■ 194 Connecting an External SCSI Device to the OCTANE Workstation Connect one end of the cable to the OCTANE workstation or the back of another device.
Installing External SCSI Devices ■ Connect the other end of the SCSI cable to one of the SCSI connectors on the back of the device and secure the clips on each side of the connector. Figure 6-7 Daisy-Chaining an External SCSI Device to Another External SCSI Device ■ Connect one end of the cable to the open connector on the first device, as shown in Figure 6-7. ■ Attach the other end to one of the connectors on the device you are adding.
Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External Devices B Power cable A Figure 6-8 Connecting the Terminator and Power Cable to an External Device 2. Connect the terminator to the last device in the daisy chain. (Step A) Be sure to secure the clips on each side of the terminator. The terminator is designed to fit only one way. 3. Connect power cables to each device and to an electrical outlet.
Powering On the OCTANE Workstation Powering On the OCTANE Workstation A B Power button Power cord C Figure 6-9 1. Power switch Powering On the OCTANE Workstation Plug in the power cord. (Step A) 2. Replace the lockbar (if one was removed). ■ Open the cover on the front of the OCTANE workstation. ■ Slide the lockbar into the lockbar slot. ■ Insert the lock through the lockbar at the back of the workstation. 3. Push the power button on the workstation. (Step B) 4.
Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External Devices Testing the External Device After you’ve attached the device to your workstation, check to make sure your system recognizes the device. The system automatically sets up the system software for most external devices you install and places an icon on the desktop. To check the system configuration, follow these steps: B C Power button Power cord A Switch D Figure 6-10 1.
Powering On the OCTANE Workstation 2. If your workstation is powered off, turn on the system power. (Step B) ■ Open the door on the front of the OCTANE workstation. ■ Press and release the power button to turn on the system. (Step C) ■ Press and release the power switch on your monitor. (Step D) After a few moments, the system starts up. 3. When you see the login screen, log in to your account. For more information on logging in, go to Chapter 1, “Logging Into the OCTANE Workstation” on page 24.
Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External Devices 4. If the device is the last SCSI device on the daisy chain, make sure it has a terminator installed on it. 5. Restart the system and check the System Manager listing or hinv listing again. The software automatically recognizes any device you install. Use Table 6-4 for more information on various SCSI external devices.
Installing Serial Devices Formatting an External Floppy Disk Drive If you are using the drive as an IRIX device, follow these steps to format a floppy disk, if necessary: 1. From the Toolchest choose System > System Manager > Hardware and Devices > Removable Media Manager. A window appears with icons of the recognized devices. 2. Select your device by clicking on it. 3. Click the Format button. Floppy disks take about 2 minutes to format.
Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External Devices About Serial Ports The OCTANE workstation has two PC-compatible serial ports. Each port can also be configured to operate in other modes and adapter cables are available to simplify interconnection for those modes. For more information, see Appendix C or OCTANE Hardware Central. 2 1 Serial ports Figure 6-12 Locating the Serial Ports on the System Module Attaching the Device To install a serial device, follow these steps: 1.
Installing Serial Devices Table 6-5 Serial Port Assignment If you are installing: Use: A console terminal Serial port 1 Any other serial device Either serial port Serial device Power cord Figure 6-13 Plugging In the Serial Cable 203
Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External Devices 3. Attach the serial device cable. ■ See the instructions that came with the serial device for detailed instructions on how to connect the cable to the device. ■ Plug the other end of the cable to the serial connector on the back of the OCTANE workstation. 4. Plug in the serial device’s power cable (if any). ■ Plug the socket end of the power cable into the power connector on the back of the serial device.
Installing Audio Devices Microphone Speakers/headphones Speaker power R L Analog line level In/Out Coaxial digital In/Out In Out ut In O Optical digital In Optical digital Out Figure 6-14 Audio Ports on the System Module To connect an audio device, plug the device cable into the appropriate port. Use the Audio Panel found in the Toolchest > Desktop > Control Audio to make adjustments to audio.
Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External Devices Installing the Microphone Microphone Figure 6-15 Installing the Microphone Attach the microphone to the OCTANE workstation. 1. Place the microphone cord through the slot in the microphone base. 2. Slide the microphone into the base. See Figure 6-15. 3. Place the microphone on the monitor in the center and to the front.
Installing Audio Devices 4. Drape the cord over the back of the monitor. Draping the cord over the side of the monitor causes the microphone to point away from the user, reducing the quality of the sound. 5. Attach the microphone cable to the microphone port on the OCTANE workstation. For pinout and technical specification information, see Appendix C. Installing the Speakers and Headphones The speakers connect to the OCTANE workstation on the system module.
Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External Devices Left (passive) speaker Right (active) speaker Power Figure 6-16 1. Setting Up the Speakers Place the left (passive) speaker on the left side of the monitor and the right (active) speaker on the right side of the monitor. (The left [passive] speaker has a cord permanently attached to it.) 2. Run the cord from the left (passive) speaker behind the monitor. 3. Attach the left (passive) speaker cord to the right (active) speaker. Use the port marked L.
Installing Audio Devices Speakers Power Power Right (active) speaker To left speaker To speaker port on workstation Figure 6-17 Attaching the Speaker Cables to the Active Speaker 4. On the cable with double connectors on each end, locate the end with one female connector and one male connector. 5. Attach the female power connector to the middle port on the right (active) speaker. 6. Attach the male connector to the port labeled R on the right (active) speaker.
Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External Devices speaker power Figure 6-18 Attaching the Speaker Cables to the OCTANE Workstation 7. Attach the other end of the speaker power and audio cable to the OCTANE workstation. ■ Attach the smaller tipped power connector to the OCTANE speaker power port. ■ Attach the larger tipped connector to the OCTANE speaker port. 8. Press the power button on the front of the active speaker. 9. Power on the OCTANE workstation.
Installing Audio Devices About Analog Line Level Audio The analog line level audio ports are color-coded. Red is right. White is left. Input is upper. Output is lower. These ports are compatible with consumer devices such as stereo receivers and VCRs, as well as with professional audio equipment. For more pinout and technical information, see Appendix C, “Technical Specifications.” About Coaxial Digital Audio The coaxial digital audio ports are color-coded. Output is white. Input is red.
Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External Devices Replacing the Keyboard or Mouse To keyboard To mouse Figure 6-19 1. Disconnecting the Mouse and Keyboard See “Shutting Down and Powering Off the System” on page 190 to shut down the system. It is recommended that you connect the keyboard to the keyboard port, and the mouse to the mouse port. However, both work in the either port. You must power off the workstation to switch the ports.
Powering On the OCTANE Workstation Powering On the OCTANE Workstation A B Power button Power cord C Figure 6-20 1. Power switch Powering On the OCTANE Workstation Plug in the power cord to an electrical outlet. (Step A) 2. Press the power button on the OCTANE workstation. (Step B) 3. Press the power switch on the monitor.
Chapter 7 Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts This chapter provides instructions on installing and removing system and option drives, the light module, the system fan, frontplane assembly, and plastic cover of the OCTANE workstation.
Chapter 7 7. Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts This chapter provides information on installing and removing drives and parts on the front of the OCTANE workstation, behind the bezel. Installing a hard drive is an easy task requiring no tools or screws. It is unlikely that you will need to replace the light module, frontplane, system fan, or external plastics.
Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts About Internal Drives • Unsupported devices may not work with the OCTANE workstation, and may cause problems with supported products. • All internal devices have a 3.5-inch form factor. • Set addresses manually only on external SCSI devices; internal SCSI devices (drives) are on a separate bus and are automatically given an address when they are inserted.
Installing and Removing Internal Drives To shut down and power off the system, follow these steps: 1. Open the front cover. 2. Press and release the power button to shut down the software and power off the system. The system powers off automatically. (Step A) 3. Press the monitor power switch to turn off your monitor. (Step B) 4. Disconnect the power cable from the back of the workstation.
Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts To remove the bezel, you first shut down and power off the system. If you have not already done so, go to “Shutting Down and Powering Off the System” on page 218. Then return here and follow these steps: 1. Locate the lockbar. If no lockbar is in place, skip to step 4. A B Figure 7-3 Unlocking and Removing the Lockbar 2. Unlock and remove the lockbar, if it is in place. (Step A) 3. Close the door on the front of the OCTANE workstation.
Installing and Removing Internal Drives Figure 7-4 Pressing the Bezel Release Buttons 4. Press both bezel release buttons.
Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts Figure 7-5 Removing the Bezel 5. Remove the bezel by tilting it forward, then lifting it from its release hooks at the bottom.
Installing and Removing Internal Drives Installing an Internal Option Drive Option drive bays System drive Light module Figure 7-6 Identifying the Option Drive Bays To prepare the OCTANE workstation before installing an internal drive, see “Shutting Down and Powering Off the System” on page 218 and follow the directions through removing the bezel. The option drive bays are the two top drive bays. Install an option drive in either one.
Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts Handle Option drive bays Figure 7-7 1. Sliding In an Optional Drive Lift the handle on the drive to a horizontal position, and slide the drive into the drive bay. The drive handle is the same color as the drive. See Figure 7-7. 2. Slide the drive in gently until you feel solid resistance. The drive is connected to the frontplane when the front of the drive is flush with the chassis.
Installing and Removing Internal Drives Drive handle Figure 7-8 Locking the Drive 3. With the drive completely inserted, rotate the handle downward to lock the drive in the workstation. You have completed installing an option drive and are ready to remove the blank panel on the bezel.
Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts Removing the Blank Panel Vent Blanking panels Figure 7-9 Opening the Door on the Bezel After installing a new option drive, you remove a blank panel from the bezel before replacing the bezel. 1. Place the bezel on a flat surface so that the door is facing up. 2. Open the door. 3. Locate the blank panel for the drive bay in which you installed the option drive.
Installing and Removing Internal Drives Vent Blanking panels Figure 7-10 Pushing the Blank Panel Free 4. Press down on the blank panel. It pops out the back of the bezel. 5. Keep the blank panel. You must replace it if you ever remove the drive. Caution: To prevent damage to your OCTANE workstation, you must place a blank panel in the bezel if you have removed a drive. The blank panel ensures proper airflow through the workstation. 6. Go to “Replacing the Bezel” on page 256.
Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts Removing Internal Option Drives Option drive Figure 7-11 Lifting the Drive Handle to Unlock the Drive To remove an internal option drive, go to “Shutting Down and Powering Off the System” on page 218 and follow the instructions through removing the bezel. Then return here. 1. 228 Lift the drive handle to unlock the drive.
Installing and Removing Internal Drives Option drive Figure 7-12 Sliding Out the Option Drive 2. Pull the drive directly toward you to remove it from the drive bay. To install a drive in the option drive bay, go to “Installing an Internal Option Drive” on page 223. To leave the drive bay empty, replace the blank panel before replacing the bezel, go to the next section.
Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts Figure 7-13 Pushing the Blank Panel Free 4. Press the blank panel until both sides snap firmly into place. For more information, from the Toolchest > Help > Online Books > End User bookshelf, choose the Personal System Administration Guide and search for “Removing a Disk.
Installing and Removing Internal Drives Replacing the System Drive Option drive bays System drive Light module Figure 7-14 Locating the System Drive To replace the system drive, you must shut down the OCTANE workstation and remove the bezel. If you have not completed these steps, go to “Shutting Down and Powering Off the System” on page 218 and follow the instructions through removing the bezel. Caution: Do not remove the system drive unless you have a new drive to replace it.
Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts Option drive bays System drive Light module Figure 7-15 1. Unlocking the System Drive Locate the system drive. 2. Raise the handle to a horizontal position. Option drive bays System drive Figure 7-16 Removing the System Drive 3. Pull the system drive out of the OCTANE workstation.
Installing and Removing Internal Drives Option drive bays System drive Figure 7-17 Inserting the New Drive 4. Replace the system drive. ■ Lift the handle. ■ With the handle fully extended, gently slide the drive into the drive bay. The drive is connected to the frontplane when the front edge of the drive is flush with the chassis. Caution: Pushing the system drive in with force can damage the drive.
Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts Handle down Figure 7-18 Locking the System Drive 5. Rotate the handle down to lock the system drive to the workstation. Go to “Replacing the Bezel” on page 256 and follow the instructions through powering on the OCTANE workstation. When you see the login screen, you are ready to log in. Return to this section to test the internal drive.
Replacing the Light Module 3. You can also use the System Manager to check that the drive is shown correctly. ■ From the Toolchest > System > System Manager > Hardware and Devices, choose Disk Manager. You see a list of installed drives. ■ Choose the drive, and click the Get Info button. If the drive you installed does not appear, power off the system and make sure the drive is completely seated in the slot. Then restart the system and check the System Manager listing again.
Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts To replace the light module, go to “Shutting Down and Powering Off the System” on page 218 and follow the instructions through removing the bezel. Then return to this section and follow the instructions below. The light module is directly under the system drive. Light module Figure 7-20 1. Removing the Light Module Squeeze both top and bottom wings together at both ends of the light module and gently pull straight back. 2.
Removing and Installing the Frontplane Module and System Identification Module Light module Figure 7-21 Inserting the Light Module 4. Insert the new light module. ■ Align the two hollow plastic pins on the module with the two solid metal pins on the sheet metal cap. ■ Slide the module onto the sheet-metal face until the module snaps into place. Make sure both sides snap firmly into place. You have finished the light module installation and are ready to replace the bezel.
Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts Attaching the Wrist Strap A Unroll B C Figure 7-22 Attaching the Wrist Strap Caution: The components inside the OCTANE workstation are extremely sensitive to static electricity; you must wear the wrist strap while replacing parts inside the workstation. 1. Unwrap the first two folds of the band and wrap the exposed adhesive side firmly around your wrist. (Step A) 2.
Removing and Installing the Frontplane Module and System Identification Module Task Information Replacing the frontplane module requires a number of steps from preparing the workstation to removing modules. Before you begin, find some bookmarks to help you organize your task. Also see the diagrams of the workstation in the front of Chapter 1 of this guide to learn the workstation’s part names. Be sure to have the replacement part beside you before removing the frontplane module.
Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts ■ Disconnect the power supply from the chassis by unscrewing the captive screws and pulling the power supply an inch or two from the chassis, or remove it. (See Chapter 3 for help disconnecting or removing this module.) Then return to this section. ■ Disconnect the XIO module from the chassis by unscrewing the captive screws and pulling the XIO module an inch or two from the chassis, or remove it.
Removing and Installing the Frontplane Module and System Identification Module Removing the Frontplane Module Figure 7-23 1. Locating the Screws Holding the Frontplane Module to the Chassis If you have not already done so, go to “Removing and Installing the Frontplane Module and System Identification Module” on page 237 and follow the instructions before you begin with this section. 2. Place an antistatic bag on a clean, antistatic surface. Your desktop works well. 3.
Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts System fan Drive bays Metal frame System identification module Figure 7-24 Placing the Frontplane Module Face Down on a Clean Surface 5. Gently place it face down, on a clean, antistatic surface. 6. To adjust the position of the frontplane module, handle it by the metal frame to avoid damaging components. If you are replacing the frontplane module with a new frontplane module, go to the next section.
Removing and Installing the Frontplane Module and System Identification Module Removing the System Identification Module Figure 7-25 Sliding Out the System Identification Module Remove the system identification module only when replacing the frontplane module. 1. Remove the system identification module. ■ Lift up on the metal retaining clip. ■ Slide the system identification module to the side and out. 2. Place the system identification module on the new frontplane.
Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts Installing the Frontplane Module Figure 7-26 Tightening the Captive Screws on the Frontplane Module If you have not already done so, go to “Removing and Installing the Frontplane Module and System Identification Module” on page 237 and follow the steps through removing the frontplane module and system identification module. Then return here. You are ready to install the new frontplane module in the OCTANE workstation. 1.
Removing and Installing the System Fan 6. On the back of the OCTANE workstation, insert or connect to the frontplane: • the XIO module (see Chapter 5 for help replacing this module) • the power supply (see Chapter 3 for help replacing this module) • the system module (see Chapter 2 for help replacing this module) • the PCI module (see Chapter 4 for help replacing this module) You have finished replacing the frontplane module and system identification module and are ready to replace the bezel.
Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts • Remove and the system fan. • Reinstall everything and start the system. Follow the instructions below to replace the system fan. 1. Go to “Shutting Down and Powering Off the System” on page 218 and follow the instructions through removing the bezel. Then return to this section, step 2. 2.
Preparing the Workstation to Replace the System Fan Figure 7-27 Releasing the System Fan From the Back of the Drive Bay 5. Locate the system fan. It is attached to the back of the drive bay. 6. Using a flatsided screwdriver, slide the tip of the screwdriver between the tab and fan. 7. Tilt the screwdriver to release the fan from the pressure of the tab. 8. Partially lift the fan from the back of the drive bays.
Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts Figure 7-28 Removing the Fan From the Back of the Drive Bay 9. Gently pull up on the cable connector. 10. Discard the old fan.
Preparing the Workstation to Replace the System Fan Figure 7-29 Placing the Fan on the Back of the Drive Bay 11. Gently slide the new cable connector onto the connector on the back of the drive bay. 12. Place the new fan on the back of the drive bay. The fan snaps into place when properly aligned. 13. To replace the frontplane module in the chassis, go to “Installing the Frontplane Module” on page 244.
Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts Removing and Installing the Plastics: Top and Base To remove the plastics, top or base, you must shut down the system and remove the bezel. Go to “Shutting Down and Powering Off the System” on page 218 and follow the instructions through removing the bezel. Then return to this section for instructions on removing the plastics. Figure 7-30 1. Releasing the Plastic Top Cover Locate the two areas to press to release the top cover. 2.
Removing and Installing the Plastics: Top and Base Figure 7-31 Sliding the Front Cover Forward 4. After the cover is forward, lift it straight up and off the chassis. 5. Replace the new plastic cover. ■ Slide the cover straight down over the chassis. ■ Slide the cover back until it snaps into place.The cover snaps into place when it is correctly aligned.
Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts Removing and Installing the Plastic Base To remove the plastic base, you need to shut down the system, remove the bezel, and remove the top plastic cover. To shut down the system, go to “Shutting Down and Powering Off the System” on page 218 and follow the steps through removing the bezel.
Removing and Installing the Plastics: Top and Base Metal tab Plastic release tab Figure 7-33 Releasing the Plastic Base 2. Use a flat-sided screwdriver to press down on the plastic release tab.
Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts Figure 7-34 Sliding the Chassis Backward 3. While pressing down on the tab, slide the chassis back about one and one half inches, until it stops. See Figure 7-34.
Removing and Installing the Plastics: Top and Base Figure 7-35 Lifting the OCTANE Workstation off the Plastic Base Warning: Do not attempt to lift the OCTANE workstation by yourself. It is heavy and requires two people to safely lift. 4. Lift the chassis straight up and off the plastic base. 5. Place the new plastic base on a clean surface. 6. Align the first four tabs on each side of the chassis with the slots in the base and lower the chassis onto the base. 7.
Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts You are finished replacing the plastic base and are ready to replace the bezel. Replacing the Bezel Figure 7-36 1. Replacing the Bezel Replace the bezel. ■ Lower the bezel into the lower edge of the chassis. ■ Hook the bezel in place. ■ Rotate the bezel back and into closed position. You can hear the latches snap into place when the bezel is fully installed. To replace the lockbar, go to the next step.
Removing and Installing the Plastics: Top and Base B A Figure 7-37 Push in Replacing the Lockbar 2. Open the door on the front of the OCTANE workstation. 3. Insert the lockbar into the front of the workstation with the angled end up. (Step A) 4. Insert and close the lock at the back of the OCTANE workstation. (Step B) You are now ready to power on the OCTANE workstation.
Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts Powering On the OCTANE Workstation A B Power button Power cord C Figure 7-38 1. Power switch Powering on the OCTANE Workstation Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. (Step A) 2. Power on the OCTANE workstation. (Step B) ■ Press the power button. ■ Close the door. 3. Press the monitor power switch to turn on your monitor.
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting This chapter describes how to diagnose hardware problems on the OCTANE workstation. It also explains how to run diagnostic tests.
Chapter 8 8. Troubleshooting This chapter provides information about diagnosing a variety of hardware problems using the blinking and colored LEDs on the front of the system. It also provides you with information on how to access and run diagnostics, how to use the non-maskable interrupt (NMI) button, how to recover from a system crash, and what to do when you have lost or forgotten the system password.
Chapter 8: Troubleshooting POSSIBLE SOLUTION POSSIBLE CAUSE SYMPTOM Using the LEDs on the Lightbar No LED, no fan sound No No LED, fan sound No Solid red LED Solid red LED, no system drive No Yes Yes Yes Yes • No power to system • Power supply failure • System module not seated • CPU failure • Frontplane failure • XIO module not seated • Graphics board not seated • Graphics board failure • Monitor cable unseated • System drive not inserted all the way • System drive failure • Check power
POSSIBLE SOLUTION POSSIBLE CAUSE SYMPTOM Using the LEDs on the Lightbar No boot tune No Solid white LED No Solid white LED, no display White LED > 2 seconds red LED flashing ~ 10 sec, white LED flashing ~10 seconds No Yes Yes Yes • Headphones plugged in • Speakers unplugged • Speaker failure • System diagnostics successful • Disconnect headphones • Connect speakers • Message provides information about which part to replace No Yes • Monitor not connected • Monitor not turned on • Monitor
Chapter 8: Troubleshooting No Solid white LED No • System drive not inserted all the way • System drive failure • System diagnostics successful • Check that system drive handle is locked in down position • Message provides information about which part to replace Solid white LED, no mouse - Mouse prompt on display No Yes Yes • Monitor not connected • Monitor not turned on • Monitor in power saving mode • Monitor brightness too low • Cable failure • Monitor failure • System board failure • Graphic
Using the NMI Button Using the NMI Button The OCTANE workstation has the ability to force a non-maskable interrupt (NMI) to the system. This can be used when the system is experiencing problems that do not report any error information. Using the NMI button causes the system to record to a file the activity of the system when the button is pushed and the system powers down. Caution: Use of the NMI button results in the loss of any work in progress at the moment the button is pushed.
Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Accessing the System Maintenance Menu You may wish to access to System Maintenance Menu for some specialized tasks, including installing system software, running diagnostics, recovering the sytem, entering the command monitor, or selecting your keyboard layout. You can access the system maintenance menu by shutting down the system and powering off using the Toolchest, or by pressing the power button. Accessing the System Maintenance Menu From the Toolchest 1.
Accessing the System Maintenance Menu Figure 8-7 Stop for Maintenance Notifier 5. Click the Stop for Maintenance button. 6. Choose the option you wish to complete your task. Accessing the System Maintenance Menu Using the Power Button To access the System Maintenance menu by using the power button, follow these steps. 1. Press the power button on the front of the OCTANE workstation and power off. 2. After a few seconds, press the power button and power on. 3.
Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Running Diagnostic Tests Three types of software diagnostics tests are provided on the OCTANE workstation. Each is described below: • “Power-On Tests” • “Confidence Tests” • “IDE Tests” Power-On Tests These tests run automatically on the major hardware components of the workstation each time it is turned on. If the tests find a faulty part, the LED in the lightbar on the front of the workstation is red and there will probably be an error message.
Recovering From a System Crash Figure 8-9 Starting Up the System Notifier 3. When you see the System Maintenance menu, choose Run Diagnostics, or type 3 on the keyboard. Tip: You can stop the tests at any time by pressing Esc. Note: If you cannot reach the System Maintenance menu, your system is faulty. If you cannot run the diagnostics, you may have a faulty disk drive or other problem. Contact your service provider. 4. At the end of the tests you see a message with the results of the tests.
Chapter 8: Troubleshooting 1. Use a pen tip or an unwound paper clip to press the Reset button located on the front panel. Power button Reset button Figure 8-10 Pressing the Reset Button 2. When you see the System Startup notifier (Figure 8-11), click Stop for Maintenance or press Esc. Figure 8-11 System Startup Notifier 3. From the System Maintenance menu, choose Recover System, or type 4 on the keyboard. The System Recovery Menu appears (Figure 8-12).
Recovering From a System Crash Figure 8-12 System Recovery Menu 4. If you have a CD-ROM drive connected to your system and the IRIX CD, click Local CD-ROM. Then click Accept to start. Insert the CD when prompted. The system takes five minutes or more to copy the information. If you don’t have a CD-ROM drive, use a drive that is connected to another system on the network. Click Remote Directory. 5.
Chapter 8: Troubleshooting 7. If you have a remote (network) tape device, when no tape device is found, or when you answered “No” to the question in the previous step, you see this message: Remote or local restore ([r]emote, [l]ocal): • If you answer “remote,” you have chosen to restore from the network, and you must know the hostname, tape device name, and IP address of the remote system. You also need to know the IP address of your system. The IP address, such as 192.0.2.
Disabling the System Maintenance Password After the first tape set (full backup) is completed, you are prompted for any incremental or additional tapes to be restored. When all tapes have been restored, you are asked whether you are ready to restart the system. When the recovery is complete, you see this message: Recovery complete, restarting system.
Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Caution - do not touch Figure 8-13 Removing the Jumper for Disabling the Password Follow these steps: 1. Locate the white rectangle printed on the system board at the base of the jumper. The rectangle has “Disable passwd” beside it. The white rectangle surrounds the jumper and one pin to the left of the jumper. The jumper is on the middle and right pins. 2. Pull up on the jumper and remove it.
Enabling the System Maintenance Password 3. Place the jumper on the left and middle pins within the rectangle. The password is now disabled. 4. Return to Chapter 2, “Replacing the System Module” on page 59 and follow the instructions through powering on the OCTANE workstation. Enabling the System Maintenance Password After you have powered on the OCTANE workstation, you can choose another system maintenance password. 1. Power on the OCTANE workstation, if you have not already done so. 2.
Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Caution - do not touch Figure 8-14 Removing the Jumper to Enable the Password 4. Locate the white rectangle printed on the system board at the base of the jumper. The rectangle has “Disable passwd” beside it. The white rectangle surrounds the jumper and one pin to the left of the jumper. The jumper is now disabled, and sits on the on the left and middle pins. 5. Pull up on the jumper and remove it.
System Does Not Power Off 6. Place the jumper on the middle and right pins (within the rectangle). The password is now enabled. You have finished enabling the password and are ready to replace the system module. 7. Return to Chapter 2, “Replacing the System Module” on page 59 and follow the instructions through powering on the OCTANE workstation. System Does Not Power Off If the system does not power off, either it never came up all the way or the operating system is hung.
Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Power button Reset button Figure 8-16 Pressing the Reset Button 2. If pressing the power button a second time does not work, use a pencil or pen to press the reset button. 3. If the system still fails to power off, unplug the power cord from the back of the workstation and contact your service provider. Returning Parts To return any part, use the packaging materials and box that came with your replacement part.
Appendix A Identifying Graphics Boards This appendix provides illustrations of XIO graphics boards that are available for the OCTANE workstation.
Appendix A A. Identifying Graphics Boards This appendix provides illustrations of the OCTANE/SI graphics board, OCTANE/SI graphics board with texture memory option board, OCTANE/SSI graphics board, and OCTANE/MXI graphics board.
Appendix A: Identifying Graphics Boards OCTANE/SI Graphics Board With the Texture Memory Option Board Cap on XIO compression connector Connectors beneath texture memory board Texture memory board Figure A-2 282 Flex cable connectors OCTANE/SI Board With the Texture Memory Option Board
OCTANE/SSI Graphics Board OCTANE/SSI Graphics Board Connectors for texture memory boards Cap on XIO compression connector Flex cable connectors Figure A-3 OCTANE/SSI Graphics Board 283
Appendix A: Identifying Graphics Boards OCTANE/MXI Graphics Board Connectors for texture memory boards Cap on XIO compression connector Texture memory boards Flex cable connectors Figure A-4 284 OCTANE/MXI Graphics Board
Appendix B Care and Cleaning of the Compression Connector This chapter provides information about the care and cleaning of the compression connectors found on the system module, PCI module, all XIO graphics boards, and most XIO option boards.
Appendix B B. Care and Cleaning of the Compression Connector The OCTANE workstation uses compression connectors to connect several modules and boards to the frontplane. A single compression connector is used in the OCTANE workstation: • on the back of the PCI module • on each XIO board on the XIO module Two compression connectors are used on the system module.
Appendix B: Care and Cleaning of the Compression Connector Guidelines for Storing and Handling the Compression Connector To avoid damaging a compression connector and to keep it in optimal working condition, follow these guidelines whenever the board is not installed. Caution: Failure to follow these instructions can result in irreparable damage to the surface of the connector’s pads, which may result in intermittent or complete failure of the product.
Guidelines for Cleaning the Compression Connector To remove pollutants, follow these instructions: 1. Obtain a can of dry compressed air or inert gas. The Envi-ro-tech Duster 1671 product manufactured by TECHSPRAY (In the USA, telephone 806-372-8523) works extremely well for this application. Caution: Do not use a cleaning product that contains any of the following ingredients: halogenated hydrocarbons, aromatic hydrocarbons, ethers, sulfur, ketones, or solvents of any kind.
Appendix B: Care and Cleaning of the Compression Connector 3. Hold the can in a vertical position. 4. Place or hold the XIO board so that the rounded edge of the compression connector faces up. Note that the rounded edge is completely closed, so that air cannot flow into the connector, whereas the squared edge has an opening. Caution: Spraying into the squared (open) edge of the connector can destroy it. 5.
Appendix C Technical Specifications This chapter provides port pinout assignments for the external ports on the OCTANE workstation. It also provides physical environment specifications for the OCTANE workstation.
Appendix C C. Technical Specifications To see the information in this appendix in a Web browser, enter the following URL in the location window: file:/usr/share/Insight/library/SGI_bookshelves/SGI_EndUser/books/ Octane_HWCntl/index.html Or, from the Toolchest, choose Help > Online Books > SGI EndUser > OCTANE Hardware Central.
Appendix C: Technical Specifications Audio Ports Microphone Port Ground (-) Signal (+) Table C-1 shows the port pinout information for the microphone.
Port Pinout Assignments Speaker Port Pinout Ground (-) R Signal (+) L Above is the port and plug pinout for the speaker/headphone port. Table C-2 Speaker/Headphone Port Pinout Speaker/Headphone Signal Tip Ring Sleeve Left Right Ground Ground (-) + Above is the speaker power port and plug pinout. Table C-3 shows the port pinout assignments for the speaker power port.
Appendix C: Technical Specifications Analog Line Level Port Pinout Ground/return Ground/return Signal Signal Right Left Red White IN OUT The pinouts for the analog audio ports and plugs are shown above. Coaxial Digital Port Pinout Ground/return Signal Ground/return Signal IN OUT Red White The port (jack) pinout for the coaxial digital ports and plugs are shown above. Coaxial digital 296 • Supports the AES3id professional format.
Port Pinout Assignments Optical Digital Port Pinout An optical digital port is shown above. • Supports ADAT 8-channel, 24-bit connections. • Compatible with consumer formats including CP340, IEC958, and S/PDIF.
Appendix C: Technical Specifications SCSI Port Table C-4 shows the cable pinout assignments for the SCSI port.
Port Pinout Assignments Table C-4 (continued) SCSI Port Pinout Pin Assignment Pin Assignment 16 Ground 50 Ground 17 Termpwr 51 Termpwr 18 Termpwr 52 Termpwr 19 Open 53 Open 20 Ground 54 Ground 21 Ground 55 ATN 22 Ground 56 Ground 23 Ground 57 BSY 24 Ground 58 ACK 25 Ground 59 RST 26 Ground 60 MSG 27 Ground 61 SEL 28 Ground 62 C/D 29 Ground 63 REQ 30 Ground 64 I/O 31 Ground 65 DB(8) 32 Ground 66 DB(9) 33 Ground 67 DB(10) 34 Groun
Appendix C: Technical Specifications Ethernet 10-Base-T/100-Base-T Port 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 The OCTANE workstation autoselects the speed and type (duplex vs. half duplex) at bootup, based on what it is connected to. Table C-5 shows the cable pinout assignments for the Ethernet 10-Base-T/100-Base-T port.
Port Pinout Assignments Parallel Port Table C-6 shows the cable pinout assignments for the IEEE 1284-C parallel port.
Appendix C: Technical Specifications Table C-6 (continued) Parallel Port Pinout Pin Assignment Pin Assignment 17 nAUTOFD 35 Signal Ground (nAUTOFD) 18 HOST LOGIC HIGH 36 view PERIPHERAL LOGIC HIGH Keyboard and Mouse Ports 3 5 1 2 6 4 This is a standard pinout for PC PS/2 keyboards and mice. The mouse and keyboard are electrically PS/2 compatible. They also use the same protocol as the PC PS/2 keyboards and mice. Table C-7 shows the cable pinout assignments for the keyboard and mouse ports.
Port Pinout Assignments Serial Ports The OCTANE workstation serial ports can operate in one of several modes: • RS-232 electrical levels with a standard PC pinout. • Macintosh style electrical levels and a Macintosh-compatible pinout. (This mode requires an additional adapter cable. See “Serial Port Adapter Cables” on page 307.) • ANSI/SMPTE 207M electrical levels and pinout. (This mode requires an additional adapter cable. See “Serial Port Adapter Cables” on page 307.
Appendix C: Technical Specifications Table C-8 (continued) Serial Port Pinout - PC-Compatible Pin Assignment Description 8 CTS Clear to Send 9 RI Ring Indicator This is the Macintosh-compatible pinout. Table C-9 shows cable pinout assignments for the serial ports.
Serial Cables and Adapters Printer/Dumb Terminal Serial Cable For serial printers and dumb terminals, use a 3-wire standard PC cable. Table C-10 shows the cable connector pinout assignments for this cable. Note: For a 3-wire cable and no hardware flow control modem, you must use the /dev/ttyd* command devices in the configuration files. For more detailed information, see the serial man page. To access the man page, from the Toolchest, choose Help > InfoSearch > Man pages.
Appendix C: Technical Specifications You can use this cable for all serial devices except those that do not need RTS flow control. Devices like serial printers and dumb terminals that do not need RTS flow control can still be used with this cable provided that a null modem adapter is added to one end of the cable. You can purchase the full-handshake PC modem serial cable from Silicon Graphics or your local service provider.
Serial Cables and Adapters Serial Port Adapter Cables The OCTANE workstation’s serial ports conform to the PC standard pinout for EIA standard RS-232 signals. The purpose of the adapter cable is to allow the OCTANE workstation to use standard PC or Macintosh serial devices. Table C-12 shows the adapter cable pinout for a standard PC or Macintosh serial port.
Appendix C: Technical Specifications Table C-13 shows the pinout for a female DB9 to female DB9 adapter cable. Table C-13 Female DB9 to Female DB9 Adapter Cable Pinout Female DB9 Connected to OCTANE Female DB9 Connected to Peripheral 1 unused 2 to DB9 -2 (RxD-) 3 to DB9-8 (TxD-) 4 unused 5 to DB9-6and DB9-4 (GND) 6 to DB9-7 (RxD+) 7 to DB9-3 (TxD+) 8 unused 9 unused Note: For more detailed information, see the serial man page.
Serial Cables and Adapters Ports on XIO Graphics Boards Monitor Port A1 1 2 6 4 3 7 8 5 A2 A3 9 10 Table C-14 shows the port pinout assignments for the OCTANE 20 inch monitor. Table C-15 shows the port pinout assignments for an OCTANE DDC enabled monitor.
Appendix C: Technical Specifications DDC Enabled Monitor Pinout Table C-15 Pin Assignment - DDC Enabled A1 Red A2 Green A3 Blue 1 Data Clock (SCL) 2 Bi-directional Data (SDA) 3 Composite Sync 4 Horizontal Sync 5 Vertical Sync 6 DDC (+5VInput) 7 DDC Ground 8 Chassis Ground 9 Chassis Ground 10 Chassis Ground StereoView Port 9 8 7 6 310 5 4 3 2 1
Physical Environment Specifications Table C-16 shows the cable pinout assignments for the StereoView port on the graphics boards.
Appendix C: Technical Specifications Table C-17 Physical Environment Specifications Workstation dimensions 16.25” (41.3 cm) H x 11.0” (28 cm) W x 13.25” (33.7 cm) D 14.75” D (37.5 cm) (depth in localized area of power supply) 16.25” D (41.3 cm) (depth in localized area of optional PCI module) Relative Humidity 10% to 80% operating (no condensation) 10% to 95% non-operating (no condensation) Heat Dissipation 700 watts, 2400 Btu/hr Altitude 10,000 ft. (3,049 m) operating; 40,000 ft.
Physical Environment Specifications Speaker Specifications Table C-19 shows speaker specifications. Table C-19 Speaker Specifications Speakers Rated power 3 W(average) per channel Frequency range 180 Hz - 15K Hz Magnetic flux leakage <50 mGauss @2 cm Input impedance 150 ohms Signal connector 3.5 mm stereo mini Power connector 2.5 mm mono micro Headphone Specifications Table C-20 shows headphone specifications.
Appendix C: Technical Specifications PCI Module Power Specification Total power for the PCI module (the sum of power for all boards from all power supply rails) must not exceed 45.0W (average 15.0W per board). The OCTANE PCI module is a 5V system environment. Table C-22 PCI Module Power Specifications Power Supply Rail Maximum Current Maximum Power 3.3V 10.0A 33.0W 5.0V 9.0A 45.0W 12.0V 1.5A 12.0W -12.0V 0.3A 3.6W Note: For additional information see Section 4.3.4.
Appendix D Creating a System Disk From the PROM Monitor This appendix provides instructions for creating a system disk using the PROM monitor.
Appendix D D. Creating a System Disk From the PROM Monitor This appendix describes how to create a system disk from an option disk and install an operating system. It describes how to install a system disk on a system that does not currently have a working system disk. It is used in these situations: • The new disk has no formatting or partitioning information on it at all or the partitioning is incorrect. • It is an option disk that you must turn into a system disk.
Appendix D: Creating a System Disk From the PROM Monitor 5. If you are installing over a network connection, get the IP address and host name of the workstation with the CD-ROM drive, then skip to step 8. If you are not installing over a network connection, go to the next step. 6. Insert the CD containing the IRIX system software release into the CD-ROM drive. 7. Give a Command Monitor command to boot fx. For this example the command is: >> boot -f dksc(1,4,8)sash64 dksc(1,4,7)stand/fx.
9. After fx is invoked, messages, prompts, and menus appear. A sample session is shown. In this sample session, the default system disk device name, controller number, and drive number chosen by fx (dksc, 0, and 1, respectively) are used. Unless your workstation is configured in a non-standard way, the defaults chosen by fx will be correct and you can respond with Enter to the prompts. 10. Respond to the prompts by pressing the Enter key.
Appendix D: Creating a System Disk From the PROM Monitor 12. Choose a standard system disk partition layout. Follow these directions: Choose rootdrive. ----- please choose one (? for help, ..
Installing a New Version of the Operating System Installing a New Version of the Operating System After creating a new system disk, you must install a new version of the operating system. For instructions, see the Installation Instructions booklet that came with your operating system CDs.
Appendix E Regulatory Information This chapter provides regulatory statements, including the FCC Declaration of Conformance, for the OCTANE workstation.
Appendix E E. Regulatory Information Manufacturer’s Regulatory Declarations The OCTANE workstation conforms to several national and international specifications and European Directives listed on the “Manufacturer’s Declaration of Conformity.” The CE insignia displayed on each device is an indication of conformity to the European requirements. Caution: Your workstation has several governmental and third-party approvals, licenses, permits.
Appendix E: Regulatory Information Manufacturer’s Declaration of Conformity A “Manufacturer’s Declaration of Conformity” is available on the World Wide Web. Look on your system (regulatory) label on the rear of your workstation to determine your CMN (model) number, which you need to identify your Declaration of Conformity. See “Back View” on page 6 for the location of your system label. To locate the information on the World Wide Web, enter the following in your Web browser location window: http://www.sgi.
Class A Class A This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Appendix E: Regulatory Information This device complies with the Class A limits of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Class A Korean Statement Radio and Television Interference The equipment described in this guide generates and uses radio frequency energy. If it is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions in this guide, it can cause radio and television interference. This equipment has been tested and complies with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Part 15 of FCC rules.
Appendix E: Regulatory Information Shielded Cables The OCTANE workstation is FCC-compliant under test conditions that include the use of shielded cables between OCTANE and its peripherals. Your OCTANE workstation and any peripherals you purchase from Silicon Graphics have shielded cables. Shielded cables reduce the possibility of interference with radio, television, and other devices. If you use any cables that are not from Silicon Graphics, make sure they are shielded.
Class B Class B FCC Declaration of Conformance Trade Name Silicon Graphics, Inc. Product Computer Graphics Workstation Model Number CMNB015B Date of Conformance 1/97 Responsible Party Silicon Graphics, Inc. Address 2011 North Shoreline Boulevard Mountain View, California 94043-1389 Telephone (650) 933-1071 This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Appendix E: Regulatory Information Caution: The user is cautioned that changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Electromagnetic Emissions The following information applies to the workstation base configuration. Refer to the Manufacturer’s Declaration of Conformity for your workstation’s specific classification, which may be different from the base configuration.
Class B Japanese Statement Korean Statement Shielded Cables The OCTANE workstation is FCC-compliant under test conditions that include the use of shielded cables between OCTANE and its peripherals. Your OCTANE workstation and any peripherals you purchase from Silicon Graphics have shielded cables. Shielded cables reduce the possibility of interference with radio, television, and other devices. If you use any cables that are not from Silicon Graphics, make sure they are shielded.
Appendix E: Regulatory Information The monitor cable supplied with your system uses additional filtering molded into the cable jacket to reduce radio frequency interference. Always use the cable supplied with your system. If your monitor cable becomes damaged, a replacement cable should be obtained from Silicon Graphics. Electrostatic Discharge Silicon Graphics designs and tests its products to be immune to the effects of electrostatic discharge (ESD).
Glossary account See login account. active window The only window that recognizes input (activity) from the keyboard and mouse; only one window is active at a time. ADAT optical interface The ADAT optical interface provides a unidirectional point-to-point connection of 8 tracks of 24-bit digital audio, with subcodes, at professional sampling rates, on a single consumer-grade optical fiber. A typical use is for a data connection between multiple ADAT tape decks, for bouncing tracks between decks.
Glossary backup tape A tape that contains a copy of files and directories that are on your hard disk. A full backup tape contains a copy of all files and directories, including IRIX, that are on your hard disk. baud rate The speed (calculated as bits per second) at which the computer sends information to a serial device, such as a modem or terminal. bezel The frame that holds the front cover. It attaches to the front of the chassis. blank panel A piece of plastic or metal covering openings in the chassis.
Glossary click Hold the mouse still, then press and immediately release a mouse button. compression connector A specialized connector with two halves. One half of each connector resides on the frontplane. The other half resides on the module or XIO board to which it is attached: the system module, the PCI module, or the XIO graphics or option boards.The connector on the frontplane has pads, the connector on the module or board side has bristles.
Glossary current working directory The directory within the filesystem in which you are located when you are working in a shell window. cursor The small arrow or other shape on the screen that follows the movements of the mouse. It may change shape depending on its location on the screen. DAT Digital Audio Tape. A magnetic tape from which you can read and to which you can copy audio and digital media. dBV Decibels relative to 1Vrms. To calculate the dBV value for “x” Vrms, use 20log10(x/1Vrms).
Glossary disk resource Any disk (hard, tape, CD-ROM, or floppy) that you can access either because it is physically attached to your workstation with a cable or because it is available over the network using NFS. disk use The percentage of space on your disk that contains information. double-click Hold the mouse still, then press and release a button twice, very rapidly. When you double-click an icon, it opens into a window; when you double-click the window Menu button, the window closes.
Glossary file A set of disk blocks in which you store information such as text, programs, or images that you created using an application. filesystem A hierarchy of directories and files. Directories contain other directories and files; files cannot contain directories. The root (/) directory is at the top of the hierarchy. form A window containing buttons that you must click and/or editable fields in which you must enter text.
Glossary host Any system connected to the network. hostname The name that uniquely identifies each host (system) on the network. human factors guidelines A set of standards and suggestions for making your physical working environment more comfortable and healthy. icon A small picture that represents a stowed or closed file, directory, application, or IRIX process. InfoSearch The Silicon Graphics online search tool that finds information by keyword, topic, or task.
Glossary KB (kilobyte) The abbreviation for a standard unit for measuring the information storage capacity of disks and memory (RAM and ROM); 1024 bytes make one kilobyte, in most uses. launch To start up an application, often by double-clicking an icon. LED Light-Emitting Diode. A light on a piece of hardware that indicates status or error conditions.
Glossary male connector A connector that has raised edges, pins, or other protruding parts that you plug into a female connector. An example of a male connector is an electrical plug that you plug into a wall outlet. man (manual) page An online document that describes how to use a particular IRIX command. Also called reference page.
Glossary mouse A hardware device that you use to communicate with windows and icons. You move the mouse to move the cursor on the screen, and you press its buttons to initiate operations. mouse pad For an optical mouse, this is the rectangular, metallic surface that reads the movements of the mouse. For a mechanical mouse, this is a clean, smooth, rectangular surface that makes the mouse’s track ball roll efficiently. NEdit NEdit is a graphical user interface (GUI) text editor.
Glossary password A combination of letters and/or numbers that only you know; it is analogous to a key and prevents unauthorized access to your system. It is an optional element of your login account. If you specify a password for your account, you must type it after you type your login name before the system lets you access files and directories. pathname The list of directories that leads you from the root (/) directory to a specific file or directory in the filesystem.
Glossary power supply The piece of hardware in the OCTANE chassis that directs power from an electrical outlet to the chassis, monitor, and internal SCSI devices. Printer Manager A tool that you access through either the System toolchest or the System Manager. Use it to set up printer software and monitor jobs that you send to the printer. PROM monitor The interface that you use to communicate with the system after it is powered on, but before it is booted and running IRIX.
Glossary root account The standard IRIX login account reserved for use by the system administrator. This account’s home directory is the root (/) directory of the filesystem; the user of the root account has full access to the entire filesystem (that is, that user can change and delete any file or directory). The user of this account is sometimes referred to as the superuser. root (/) directory The directory at the top of the filesystem hierarchy.
Glossary SCSI terminator An electronics device, often an external plug, that is required at the end of each SCSI bus. The OCTANE workstation uses active terminators only on an external SCSI or Ultra-SCSI device, not on the workstation itself. select To position the cursor over an icon, then click the left mouse button. Once an icon is highlighted, it is the object of whatever operation you select from a menu.
Glossary static electricity Whenever your body comes in physical contact with metal parts (including printed circuit boards) of computer equipment, there is the potential for you to feel an electrical shock (electrostatic discharge, or ESD), which could damage the equipment. To prevent this, you must always wear a wrist strap when working with the internal parts of a workstation.
Glossary system software The standard IRIX operating system software and Silicon Graphics tools. These come on the system disk and on the CD that you use in the event of a system crash. System toolchest The toolchest in the upper left-hand corner of the screen labeled “System.” You start system tools, such as System Manager, using this menu. TCP/IP A standard networking protocol that is included in the system software. thumbscrew The ridged knob attached to a screw in a cable connector.
Glossary workstation An assembly of hardware that includes a system board, graphics board, CPU, memory, system disk, and power supply. A workstation can include multiples of these components and optional boards that add functionality. The hardware is enclosed in a chassis with a cover. The addition of a monitor, keyboard, mouse, and software makes it a working system.
Index A accessing System Maintenance menu, 266, 268 active speaker, 208 adapters and serial cables, 304 addresses for external drives, 187 analog line level specifications, 296, 313 audio analog line level, 211 coaxial digital, 211 optical digital, 211 audio devices,installing, 204 audio ports, 205 B backups, 271 back view of workstation, 6 baffle installing, 164 removing, 153 banks, DIMM, 55 bezel removing, 219 replacing, 256 blank panel drive bay, removing, 226 internal drive, installing, 229 PCI module
Index compression connector cap, 47 care and cleaning, 287 description, 287 handling instructions, 288 PCI module, 89 system module, 46 confidence test, 268 configuring, serial devices, 204 connect, SCSI device, 194 console window, 28 cover, top plastic, removing and replacing, 250 CPU, installing, 51 creating system disk, 317 D daisy-chaining SCSI devices, 189 DAT drive, 185 Declaration of Conformity, 326 desktop, 25 diagnostic tests, 268 dial and button boxes, 201 digitizer tablets, 201 dimensions of wo
Index floppy or floptical disks, formatting, 201 formatting, external floppy drive, 201 frontplane module installing, 237, 244 removing, 237 front view of workstation, 5 G graphics board OCTANE/MXI, 284 OCTANE/SI, 281 OCTANE/SSI, 283 graphics board screws, 133 H handling instructions, compression connector, 288 headphone specifications, 313 I IDE tests, 268 InfoSearch, 27 InSight, 27 Installing texture memory option board, 166 installing audio devices, 204 baffle, 164 blank panel, internal drive, 229 ca
Index J jumper, disabling system maintenance password, 274 K keyboard, replacing, 212 keyboard specifications, 302 L label, regulatory, 326 LEDs, lightbar, 261 lifting the chassis, 255 lifting the workstation, 8 lightbar LEDs, 261 light module installing, 235 removing, 235 lockbar, 21 installing, 257 location, 220 removing, 220 lockbar slot, 21 locking the workstation, 21 logging in, 24 login, 24 M maintenance menu, system, 269 memory installing, 58 removing, 57 356 memory installation, verifying, 66
Index P R parallel port specifications, 301 parts, returning, 278 passive speaker, 208 PCI board installing, 96 removing, 109 PCI module, 85 blank panel, 84, 119 information, 85 installing, 119 I/O blank panel, 115 opening, 94 removing, 89 removing cables, 87 PCI slot, 96 PC modem serial cable specificications, 305 peripherals, serial devices, 201 physical environment specifications, 311 plastic base, removing and installing, 252 power cables, SCSI devices, 198 powering off, 38 powering on, 20 power off
Index S screws for XIO graphics boards, 133 SCSI, address for drives, 187 SCSI address assigning to external device, 187 setting on external device, 188 SCSI addresses, assigning, 185 SCSI bus speed, 193 SCSI cables, 189 SCSI device, external, assinging an address, 187 SCSI devices cables, daisy-chaining, 193 combining, 189 connecting, 194 daisy-chaining, 189 installing external, 186 terminator, 191 SCSI devices daisy-chained, speed, 193 SCSI port specifications, 298 serial cables, 204 installing devices,
Index system fan installing, 245 removing, 245 system identification module installing, 237 removing, 237 system maintenance menu, 268 System Maintenance Menu, accessing, 266 system maintenance password disabling, 273 enabling, 275 system module exterior, 42 removing, 42 replacing, 59 T Technical Publications Library, 28 technical specifications, 293 television interference, 329 terminator installing on SCSI device, 196 SCSI device, 191 testing installation external SCSI device, 198 internal drive, 234 te
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