Compaq PowerStorm 1000 Owner's Manual

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• Compaq PowerStorm 1000, vii Preface Introduction This document provides information for installing, troubleshooting, servicing, and upgrading the DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystem and installing optional texture memory on the Image Rendering Module. Audience This document is for service personnel who are responsible for installing, servicing, and upgrading the PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystems. Organization Chapter 1 provides a general description of the PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystem. Chapter 2 provides information on unpacking, installing, and confirming proper install

• Compaq PowerStorm 1000, Installation DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner's Guide 2–3 3. Remove the filler panel screw and the blank filler panel from the PCI slot selected for installing the Workstation Interface Board. Save the filler panel screw for securing the Workstation Interface Board in place. 4. Put on an antistatic wriststrap. _________________________Caution ___________________________ An antistatic wriststrap must be worn when handling any board or module to prevent damage to the board or module. ____________________________________________________________ 5. Slide the Workstation Interface Board into the selected PCI slot and apply firm pre

• Compaq PowerStorm 1000, Event Log Messages DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner’s Guide D–5 Table D-1 (cont.) Windows NT Event Log Messages Message Parameters Description SAM ASIC has detected an error or PixLink Memory is exhausted. Dbus Status Register 0 Dbus Status Register 1 The SAM ASIC has detected a bad SAM command or PixLink memory is used up. Parameter values are the contents of Dbus status registers 0 and 1 SSLD ASIC has detected an error. Dbus Status Register 0 Dbus Status Register 1 The SAM ASIC has detected a bad SAM command. Para

• Installation DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner's Guide 2–5 2.5 Confirming Proper Installation After connecting the PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystem to the AlphaStation system, perform the following procedure to confirm proper installation: __________________________ Note _____________________________ The PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystem

• Compaq PowerStorm 1000, Troubleshooting DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner's Guide 3–5 3.6 Verify Display Properties Verify the display properties and that the device drivers are registered as described below. Verify that the PowerStorm 1000 subsystem has started. Enter the Display Applet by right clicking on the Desktop and then going through the Properties, Settings, and Display Type Menus. • Adapter Type should be: Entry, Full, or High Resolution • Manufacturer should be: DIGITAL • Current Files should be: rw.sys,rw.dll Verify that the PowerStorm 1000 device drivers ar

• Compaq PowerStorm 1000, Removal and Replacement 5–20 DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner's Guide 5.13 Standard or High Resolution Module Perform the following procedure to remove the Standard or High Resolution Module from the PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystem deskside chassis: 1. Perform a normal system power down (see Section 5.2). 2. For the entry or full PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystem, disconnect the VGA cable and the monitor cable from the input and output connectors on the rear of the Standard Resolution Module. For the high resolution PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystem, disconnect the high resolution monitor cable from the c

• Compaq PowerStorm 1000, Installation 2–2 DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner's Guide 2.2 Unpacking the Subsystem The PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystem shipment may include more than one carton. Check the packing list to ensure that all items listed have been received. If the equipment is damaged or if any items are missing, notify the delivery agent and contact the DIGITAL sales representative. Save all shipping cartons in case the equipment needs to be moved to a new location, or needs to be returned for repair. _______________________ WARNING__________________________ Th

• Compaq PowerStorm 1000, Troubleshooting 3–6 DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner's Guide 3.7 Run Diagnostics Run the short version diagnostics. If these pass, then run the long version diagnostics. Refer to Section 3.9 for information on running the diagnostics and corrective actions. 3.8 Re-Install Software Re-install the software following the instructions ????? elsewhere in this manual??????. Ensure that the installer has the correct privileges and that there is adequate disk space. 3.9 Diagnostics 3.10 Troubleshooting DIGITAL UNIX

• Compaq PowerStorm 1000, Introduction DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner's Guide 1–7 Figure 1-3 Motherboard 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ML014203 1 2 3 4 Slot 1 for Graphics Interface Module Slot 8 for 2nd Video Memory Module Slot 2 for Vertex Module Slot 9 for Standard / High Resolution Module Slot 3 for 1st Image Rendering Module Power supply control cable connector Slot 4 for 2nd Image Rendering Module Ground bus bar for black power cable harnesses Slot 5 for 3rd Image Rendering Module 3.3 V bus bar for orange power cable harnesses Slot 6 for 4th Image Rendering Module 5 V bus bar fo

• Technical Description 6–12 DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner's Guide 6.3.7 Video Generation The following sections describe video generation. 6.3.7.1 Window Attribute Mixer (WAM) ASIC The WAM ASIC is responsible for video timing generation, window attribute processing, and the controlling of the frame buffer data to the RAMDAC. The WAM ASIC processes RGB data two pix

• Compaq PowerStorm 1000, Removal and Replacement 5–2 DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner's Guide Tools Required The following tools are required for servicing the PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystem deskside chassis: • Phillips-head and flat-head screwdrivers • 7/16-inch nutdriver 5.2 Normal System Power Down _______________________ WARNING__________________________ Before servicing the PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystem, ensure that the power On/Off switch on the front of the deskside chassis is in the OFF position and disconnect the deskside chassis power cord from

• Compaq PowerStorm 1000, Technical Description DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner's Guide 6–5 6.3.3 Graphics Interface Module (GIM) The Graphics Interface Module contains the circuitry to interface between the workstation cable and the Dbus, and thereby the rest of the PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystem. The Graphics Interface Module is capable of operating as a master on the Dbus. In addition to its host interface function, the Graphics Interface Module contains various ancillary peripherals and control logic necessary for the rest of the system. The design allows access from the HBus at a peak bandwidth of 130 MB/second. Creating t

• Installation 2–8 DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner's Guide ________________________ Caution___________________________ An antistatic wriststrap must be worn when handling any board or module to prevent damage to the board or module. ___________________________________________________________ 5. Remove all of the Image Rendering Modules from the graphics subsyst

• Compaq PowerStorm 1000, Introduction 1–6 DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner's Guide 1.3.2 Motherboard/Backplane (RMB) The motherboard is installed in the PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystem deskside chassis. It provides the interconnect and power distribution between the various modules that are installed in the PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystem chassis. All three PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystem configurations require a motherboard. The motherboard contains nine slots to support the following modules: • One G

• Technical Description 6–4 DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner's Guide 6.3 Module Descriptions The following sections contain technical descriptions of the boards and modules that make up the DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystem. 6.3.1 Workstation Interface Board (WIB_P1) The Workstation Interface Board is implemented in the form factor of t

• Compaq PowerStorm 1000, Installation 2–4 DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner's Guide 2.4 Connecting the Subsystem to the Workstation To connect the PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystem to the AlphaStation system, the graphics subsystem deskside chassis must be placed along side or near the AlphaStation system. Perform the following procedure to connect the PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystem deskside chassis to the AlphaStation system. 1. Connect the Hbus cable from the Workstation Interface Board in the AlphaStation system to the Hbus connector on the Graphics Interface Module bulkhead located at the top rear of the deskside chass

• Upgrading the Subsystem 4–4 DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner's Guide 12. Align the Video Memory Module with slot 8 and slide it into the deskside chassis. 13. Push firmly on the Video Memory Module until it is seated in the connector and the locking levers are locked. 14. Reinstall the module hold-down bracket (see Section 5.5). 15. Reinstall the

• Compaq PowerStorm 1000, v 6.3.2 Motherboard/Backplane (RMB) .............................................................. 6–4 6.3.3 Graphics Interface Module (GIM) ........................................................... 6–5 6.3.4 Vertex Module (VXM)............................................................................ 6–6 6.3.5 Image Rendering Module (IRM) ............................................................. 6–6 6.3.6 Video Memory Module (VMM) .............................................................. 6–8 6.3.6.1 Raster Con

• Compaq PowerStorm 1000, Removal and Replacement 5–4 DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner's Guide 5.3 Front Bezel Perform the following procedure to remove the front bezel from the PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystem deskside chassis: 1. Grasp the top of the front bezel on each side and pull out until the top of the bezel unsnaps from the catches. 2. Tilt the top of the front bezel out and lift up to remove the front bezel from the chassis (see Figure 5-1). To replace the front bezel, align the tabs at the bottom of the front bezel with the slots at the bottom front of the chassis, then swing t

• Compaq PowerStorm 1000, Installation 2–10 DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner's Guide 5. Remove the 1st Image Rendering Module from the antistatic protective bag. 6. Align the 1st Image Rendering Module with slot 5 and slide it into the deskside chassis. 7. Push firmly on the Image Rendering Module until it is seated in the connector and the locking levers are locked. 8. Remove the 2nd Image Rendering Module from the antistatic protective bag. 9. Align the 2nd Image Rendering Module with slot 6 and slide it into the chassis. 10. Push firmly on the Image Rendering Module until it is seated in the connector and the locki

• Compaq PowerStorm 1000, Removal and Replacement 5–24 DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner's Guide 5.15 Power Control Module Perform the following procedure to remove the Power Control Module from the PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystem deskside chassis: 1. Perform a normal system power down (see Section 5.2). 2. Remove the left side panel (see Section 5.4). 3. Remove the module hold-down bracket (see Section 5.5). 4. Disconnect the four connectors from the Power Control Module (see Figure 5-13). 5. Carefully pull the Power Control Module off of the four standoff retaining posts that secure the Power Control Module to the chassis and rem

• Compaq PowerStorm 1000, Specifications A–2 DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner's Guide Table A-2 contains the environmental specifications for the PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystem deskside chassis. Table A-2 Environmental Specifications Environmental Requirements Operating temperature range 10°C to 40°C (50°F to 104°F) Operating humidity range 20% to 80% (non-condensing) Operating altitude 2,438 m (8,000 ft.) maximum Non-operating temperature range -20°C to 65°C (-4°F to 149°F) Non-operating humidity range 10% to 90% (non-condensing) Non-operating altitude 4,876 m (16,000 ft.) maximu

• Compaq PowerStorm 1000, Removal and Replacement 5–14 DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner's Guide 5.10 Vertex Module Perform the following procedure to remove the Vertex Module from the PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystem deskside chassis: 1. Perform a normal system power down (see Section 5.2). 2. Remove the left side panel (see Section 5.4). 3. Remove the module hold-down bracket (see Section 5.5). 4. Put on an antistatic wriststrap. ________________________ Caution___________________________ An antistatic wriststrap must be worn when handling any board or module to prevent damage to the board or module. ___________________________________________________

• Compaq PowerStorm 1000, Supported Monitors and Resolutions B–2 DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner’s Guide Table B-2 lists the resolutions and refresh rates for the monitors supported by the Standard Resolution Module. Table B-2 Monitor Resolutions and Refresh Rates DIGITAL 19” Monitor DIGITAL 21” Monitor DIGITAL 24” Monitor Resolution Refresh Rate (Hz) 640 x 480 100 hor/150 vert 100 hor/150 vert 100 hor/150 vert 800 x 600 (SVGA) 60, 85 75, 85 1024 x 768 (XGA) 60, 75, 85 70, 85 85 1152 x 864 75 1280 x 1024 60, 75 75, 85 85 1600 x 1200 65, 75 65, 75 75 1600 x 1280 70 1920

• Compaq PowerStorm 1000, Introduction DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner's Guide 1–3 1.2 Subsystem Configurations The PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystem is available in three configurations. These configurations are listed in Table 1-1 along with their part numbers. A description of the three configurations is contained in the following sections. Table 1-1 PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Configurations Part Number Configuration SN-PBXGM-AA Entry PowerStorm 1000 SN-PBXGM-AB Full PowerStorm 1000 SN

• Compaq PowerStorm 1000, DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner’s Guide B–1 B Supported Monitors and Resolutions The PowerStorm 1000 graphics subsystem supports the DIGITAL auto-scanning color monitors listed in Table B-1. Table B-1 Supported Monitors Monitor Model 19 inch Mitsubishi Diamondtron, PCXAV-CZ/CY 21 inch Mitsubishi Diamondtron CRT, PCXAV-WZ/WY 24 inch Sony Trinitron CRT, PCXAV-AZ The Sony GDM-1934 monitor, as well as other monitors that meet the specifications listed in Table B-2, are supported. The Sony Trinitron DDM-2801C and DDM-2802C monitors support the 2K x 2K resolution required by the High Resolutio

• Compaq PowerStorm 1000, Installation DIGITAL PowerStorm 1000 Graphics Subsystem Owner's Guide 2–7 ________________________ACHTUNG __________________________ Die Komponenten des Graphiksubsystems der PowerStorm 1000- Produktreihe dürfen nur von erfahrenem und dazu qualifiziertem Wartungspersonal entfernt und ersetzt werden. Qualifiziertes Personal sollte entsprechend technisch geschult sein und über die nötige Erfahrung verfügen, um die möglichen Gefahren zu kennen, denen sie bei der Ausführung der notwendigen Wartungsarbeiten ausgesetzt sein könnten, und um die entsprechenden Schritte zur Minimierung dieser Gefahren für das Wartung

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