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VAXserver/MicroVAX 3600/3900 Conversion
3.1 Summary of Conversion
3.1 Summary of Conversion
The tasks required to convert from a VAXserver 3600/3900 system to a
VAXserver 4000-200 system and from a MicroVAX 3600/3900 system to a VAX
4000-200 system, are summarized as follows. To begin the actual conversion,
go to Section 3.2.
1. Have the customer back up the system software.
2. Run diagnostics to verify system operation.
3. Unpack and verify the contents of the conversion kit.
4. Open the system cabinet door.
5. Disconnect the CPU I/O panel cables.
6. Remove the CPU I/O panel.
7. Remove the module covers from the remaining memory slots, if memory
needs to be upgraded.
8. Disconnect the CPU memory cable, and remove the old CPU module.
9. Install the new KA660 CPU module.
10. Upgrade the old memory modules to MS650-BA/BB, if necessary.
11. Reconnect the CPU memory cable.
12. Install the grant card kit, if applicable, and the DSSI handle.
13. Install the DSSI external terminator.
14. Install the new H3602 CPU I/O panel, and reconnect the CPU I/O panel
cables.
15. Reinstall the memory module covers.
16. Install the module cover labels.
17. Close the cabinet door.
18. Run diagnostics to verify system operation.
19. Install the new labels and medallion.
20. Have the customer verify that the system boots and operates correctly.
21. Fill out the forms in Appendix A.
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