SGI Octane III Spezifikationen

OCTANE® WorkstationOwner’s GuideDocument Number 007-3435-003

78Chapter 3: Installing and Removing the Power SupplyFigure 3-6 Sliding In the Power Supply2. Slide in the new power supply.3. Push on the power suppl

Installing the Power Supply79Figure 3-7 Inserting and Tightening the Screws4. Tighten the screws that attach the power supply to the workstation.You h

80Chapter 3: Installing and Removing the Power SupplyPowering On the OCTANE WorkstationFigure 3-8 Powering On the OCTANE Workstation1. Plug the power

This chapter provides information about installing and removing PCI boardsand the PCI module in the OCTANE workstation.Installing and Removing PCI Boa

83Chapter 44. Installing and Removing PCI BoardsPCI boards in the OCTANE workstation install into a container that slides into theworkstation.Theconta

84Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI BoardsFigure 4-1 Workstation Without the Optional PCI ModuleThe PCI module is an optional module of the OCTAN

About the PCI Module and Boards85Figure 4-2 Workstation With the Optional PCI ModuleIf your OCTANE workstation has a PCI module installed, it protrude

86Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI BoardsThe PCI module supports full- or half-size boards. A maximum of three boards can beinstalled in the PCI

Preparing the Workstation to Install or Remove PCI Boards871. Open the cover and push the power button to power off the OCTANE workstation.(Step A)2.

xiList of FiguresFigure 1-1 Front View of the OCTANE Workstation 5Figure 1-2 Back View of the OCTANE Workstation 6Figure 1-3 OCTANE Shipment Com

88Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI BoardsAttaching the Wrist StrapCaution: The components inside the OCTANE workstation are extremely sensitive

Removing the PCI Module89Removing the PCI ModuleFigure 4-6 Identifying the Compression Connector on the PCI ModuleInstalling or removing PCI boards re

90Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI BoardsFigure 4-7 Removing the Screws From the PCI Module1. Loosen the two captive screws that secure the PCI

Removing the PCI Module91Figure 4-8 Opening the Release Lever2. Pull the release lever toward you and to the right.Release lever

92Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI BoardsFigure 4-9 Sliding the PCI Module From the Chassis3. Slide the PCI module from the chassis. Place it on

Removing the PCI Module93Figure 4-10 Installing a Cap on the Compression Connector4. Place a cap on the compression connector on the back of the PCI m

94Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI BoardsOpening the PCI ModuleFigure 4-11 Loosening the Screws on the PCI ModuleIf the PCImodule is out ofthe w

Opening the PCI Module95Figure 4-12 Opening and Removing the PCI Module Door3. Pull the PCI module door up and off. The release hinge allows the modul

96Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI BoardsIdentifying a PCI SlotFigure 4-13 Identifying PCI SlotsPCI physical slots and slots identified in softwa

Installing a PCI Board97Figure 4-14 Removing the Blank I/O Panel ScrewCaution: PCIboardsareextremelysensitivetostaticelectricity:Youmustwearthewristst

xiiList of FiguresFigure 1-28 Shutting Down the System Notifier 33Figure 1-29 Shutting Down the System Caution Notifier 33Figure 1-30 System Shu

98Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI BoardsFigure 4-15 Removing the Blank I/O Panel2. Remove the blank I/O panel by pulling it up. Use the metal k

Installing a PCI Board99Figure 4-16 Inserting a PCI Board Into the PCI Module4. Insert the PCI board into the connector in the PCI module. Push gently

100Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI BoardsFigure 4-17 Inserting the Board Screw5. Insert and tighten the screw that holds the PCI board to the P

Installing a PCI Board101Figure 4-18 Placing the Door on the PCI Module6. Fit the hinged door to the PCI module.Release hinge

102Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI BoardsFigure 4-19 Tightening the PCI Module Door Screws7. Tighten the I/O door screws.Go to “Installing the

Opening the I/O Door for Extra-Long Connectors103Opening the I/O Door for Extra-Long ConnectorsFigure 4-20 Removing the Screws Holding Other Boards to

104Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI BoardsFigure 4-21 Removing the PCI Module Door Screws2. If you have a board with an extra-long connector, co

Opening the I/O Door for Extra-Long Connectors105Figure 4-23 Inserting a PCI Board With an Extra-long Connector4. Insert the PCI board into the connec

106Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI BoardsFigure 4-25 Inserting and Tightening the I/O Door Screws6. Insert the screws that hold closed the I/O

Opening the I/O Door for Extra-Long Connectors107Figure 4-27 Reconnecting the PCI Module Door8. Fit the hinged door to the PCI module.Release hinge

List of FiguresxiiiFigure 3-1 Powering Off the OCTANE Workstation 72Figure 3-2 Removing the Screws That Hold the Power Supply to the Chassis 74F

108Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI BoardsFigure 4-28 Tightening the Screws of the PCI Module Door9. Tighten the module door screws.Go to “Insta

Removing a PCI Board109Removing a PCI BoardFigure 4-29 Removing the ScrewIf you have not already done so, go to “Preparing the Workstation to Install

110Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI BoardsFigure 4-30 Extracting the PCI Board3. Grasp the PCI board on the top edge to extract it.4. Pull up un

Removing a PCI Board111Figure 4-31 Opening the I/O Door5. Remove the screws holding any other PCI boards to the module so that the I/Odoor can swing o

112Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI BoardsFigure 4-33 Opening the I/O Door7. Slide the I/O door open.Opening the I/O door allows the I/O connect

Removing a PCI Board113Figure 4-34 Removing a PCI Board8. Grasp the PCI board on the top edge to extract it.9. Pull up until the board releases. The b

114Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI BoardsFigure 4-35 Closing the I/O Door10. Close the I/O door.Figure 4-36 Inserting the I/O Door Screws11. In

Removing a PCI Board115Figure 4-37 Inserting the I/O Blank Panel12. Install an I/O blank panel in the I/O door in place of the PCI board. Use the knob

116Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI BoardsFigure 4-38 Attaching the Blank Panel to the I/O Door13. Attach the blank panel to the I/O door with a

Removing a PCI Board117Figure 4-39 Reconnecting the PCI Module Door14. Fit the hinged door to the PCI module.Release hinge

xivList of FiguresFigure 4-26 Replacing the I/O Panel Screw 106Figure 4-27 Reconnecting the PCI Module Door 107Figure 4-28 Tightening the Screws

118Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI BoardsFigure 4-40 Replacing the Screws of the PCI Module Door15. Tighten the door screws.Go to “Installing t

Installing the PCI Module119Installing the PCI ModuleFigure 4-41 Removing the Screws From the Blank PanelIf you are installing aPCI module for the firs

120Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI BoardsFigure 4-42 Removing the Blank Panel2. Using a flathead screwdriver, place the tip of the screwdriver i

Installing the PCI Module121Figure 4-43 Removing the Cap From the Compression Connector4. Remove the cap from the compression connector on the back of

122Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI BoardsFigure 4-44 Replacing the PCI Module5. Place the PCI module in the chassis and push it until the tabs

Installing the PCI Module123Figure 4-45 Closing the Release Lever6. Close the release lever by pushing it to the left until it is parallel with the PC

124Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI BoardsFigure 4-46 Replacing the PCI Screws7. Tighten the captive screws that hold the PCI module to the chas

Installing the PCI Module125Figure 4-47 Replacing the PCI Cables8. Connect any PCI cables to the PCI connectors.9. Remove the wrist strap.You have fini

126Chapter 4: Installing and Removing PCI BoardsPowering On the OCTANE WorkstationFigure 4-48 Replacing the Power Cord and Turning On the OCTANE Works

Verifying the PCI Board Installation127Verifying the PCI Board InstallationYoucanverifyyourPCIboardinstallation.SeetheOCTANEPCIModuleInstallationGuide

List of FiguresxvFigure 5-10 Placing a Cap on the XIO Compression Connector 142Figure 5-11 Identifying the Slots Used by an XIO Board 143Figure

This chapter provides information about installing and removing XIO boardsin the OCTANE workstation. It also provides information about the XIOmodule.

131Chapter 55. Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and OptionBoardsSeveral XIO graphics and option board configurations are possible in the OCTANEwork

132Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards• “Installing the XIO Module” on page 173• “Powering On the OCTANE Workstation” on

About the XIO Module and XIO Boards133About the XIO Module and XIO BoardsThe XIO module is the holding mechanism for XIO graphics or XIO option boards

134Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option BoardsPreparing the Workstation to Install or Remove XIO BoardsFigure 5-2 Powering Off t

Preparing the Workstation to Install or Remove XIO Boards135Figure 5-3 Removing the Monitor Cable5. Remove all the cables from the XIO module (only on

136Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option BoardsAttaching the Wrist StrapCaution: The components inside the OCTANE workstation are

Removing the XIO Module137Compression Connector CautionFigure 5-5 Identifying the Compression ConnectorCaution: The compression connectors on all XIO

xviList of FiguresFigure 5-39 Installing Slots A and D of the XIO Module Toward the Interior of theOCTANE Workstation 173Figure 5-40 Replacing the

138Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option BoardsFigure 5-6 Removing the XIO Module ScrewsWarning:The heat sinks on the XIO boards

Removing the XIO Module139Figure 5-7 Releasing the XIO Module2. Grasp the handles and pull until the XIO module protrudes about an inch from thechassi

140Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option BoardsFigure 5-8 Removing the XIO Module3. Grasp the XIO module along its length, and su

Removing the XIO Module141Figure 5-9 Placing the XIO Module on Its SideThe handle area protrudes when the XIO module is out of the chassis. When theha

142Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option BoardsFigure 5-10 Placing a Cap on the XIO Compression Connector5. Place a capon the XIO

Removing a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank Panel With No Baffle143Before you install a graphics or option board, you need to remove a protectiv

144Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option BoardsFigure 5-12 Placing the Cap on the XIO Compression ConnectorCaution: Do not touch

Removing a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank Panel With No Baffle145Figure 5-13 Removing the Standoff ScrewTo remove the cable guard and flex cabl

146Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option BoardsFigure 5-14 Sliding the Cable Guard Beneath the I/O Panel3. Slide the cable guard

Removing a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank Panel With No Baffle147Figure 5-15 Removing the Cable Guard4. Swing the cable guard away from the gr

List of FiguresxviiFigure 7-5 Removing the Bezel 222Figure 7-6 Identifying the Option Drive Bays 223Figure 7-7 Sliding In an Optional Drive 2

148Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option BoardsFigure 5-16 Replacing the Graphics Board Screw6. Replace the screw in the graphics

Removing a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank Panel With No Baffle149Figure 5-17 Releasing the Flex Cables From the Graphics Board7. Detach the fl

150Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option BoardsFigure 5-18 Removing the Flex Cables From the Graphics Board Pull up on the conne

Removing a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank Panel With No Baffle151Figure 5-19 Removing the Screws From the XIO Board8. Using the supplied Phill

152Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option BoardsFigure 5-20 Removing the Graphics Board9. Grasp the graphics board, blank panel, o

Removing a Blank Panel With Baffle153Removing a Blank Panel With BaffleFigure 5-21 Removing the Baffle1. If you are removing a blank panel next to anoth

154Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option BoardsInstalling a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank PanelBeforeinstalling agraphic

Installing a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank Panel155Figure 5-22 Replacing the Screws3. Place the graphics board, option board, or blank panel

156Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option Boards5. Remove the caps from all XIO compression connectors. Keep the caps to protect t

Installing a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank Panel157Figure 5-23 Attaching the Option Board Flex Cables to the Graphics Board1. Turn the XIO mo

xviiiList of FiguresFigure 7-38 Powering on the OCTANE Workstation 258Figure 8-1 Lightbar LEDs - Front of OCTANE, Diagnostic Chart #1 262Figure

158Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option BoardsFigure 5-24 Attaching the Flex Cables to the Graphics Board4. Lay the longest flex

Installing a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank Panel159Installing the Cable GuardThis section describes how to install the cable guard.Figure 5-2

160Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option BoardsFigure 5-26 Removing the Screw From the Graphics Board1. Remove the screw from the

Installing a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank Panel161Figure 5-27 Sliding the Cable Guard Under the I/O Panels2. Slide the two prongs under the

162Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option BoardsFigure 5-28 Sliding the Cable Guard Behind the Standoff4. Press down on the center

Installing a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank Panel163Figure 5-29 Attaching the Screw to Anchor the Cable Guard5. Place the screw from the graph

164Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option BoardsInstalling the BaffleFigure 5-30 Installing the Baffle on Two Side-by-Side Blank Pan

Installing a Graphics Board, Option Board, or Blank Panel165Figure 5-31 Removing the Cap From the XIO Compression Connector5. Remove the cap from the

166Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option BoardsPlacing a Texture Memory Option Board on the Graphics BoardFigure 5-32 Locating th

Placing a Texture Memory Option Board on the Graphics Board167Figure 5-33 Locating the Connectors for the Texture Memory Option Board on theOCTANE/SSI

xixList of TablesTable 6-1 Comparison of Ultra and Fast, Wide and Narrow SCSI Rates 184Table 6-2 Bus Rate + Operating Mode = Data Burst Rates 18

168Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option BoardsFigure 5-34 Installing the Texture Memory Option Board on the OCTANE/SI Graphics B

Placing a Texture Memory Option Board on the Graphics Board169Figure 5-35 Inserting the Nylon Screw5. Place and tighten the nylon screw that came with

170Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option BoardsRemoving a Texture Memory Option Board From the Graphics BoardIfyouhavenotalreadyd

Removing a Texture Memory Option Board From the Graphics Board171Figure 5-37 Releasing the Texture Memory Option Board From the Graphics Board2. Push

172Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option BoardsFigure 5-38 Removing the Texture Memory Option Board3. Lift up and back to removet

Installing the XIO Module173Installing the XIO ModuleFigure 5-39 Installing Slots A and D of the XIO Module Toward the Interior of the OCTANEWorkstati

174Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option BoardsFigure 5-40 Replacing the XIO ModuleFollow these instructions to install the XIO m

Installing the XIO Module175Figure 5-41 Inserting the XIO Module3. Grasp the handle area with one hand while supporting the XIO module with theother,

176Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option BoardsFigure 5-42 Replacing the XIO Module Screws5. Tighten the captive screws in the ha

Installing the XIO Module177Figure 5-43 Replacing the Monitor Cable7. Reconnect all XIO cables to the XIO module.8. Connect any new cables to the XIO

OCTANE® Workstation Owner’s GuideDocument Number 007-3435-003CONTRIBUTORSWritten by Charmaine MoyerProduction by Linda Rae SandeIllustrated by Kwong

178Chapter 5: Installing and Removing XIO Graphics and Option BoardsPowering On the OCTANE WorkstationFigure 5-44 Powering On the OCTANE Workstation1.

Verifying the Graphics or Option Board Installation1793. Look for a line similar to this:Graphics board: MXI and Graphics board: SI or the name of the

This chapter provides information about installing and removing externaldevices from the OCTANE workstation.Installing and Removing External DevicesCh

183Chapter 66. Installing and Removing External DevicesThis chapter provides basic information about SCSI bus bandwidths and rates,information about S

184Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External DevicesAbout SCSI Buses and DevicesSCSI devices continue to evolve with higher bus bandwidths, faster d

Cleaning DAT or DLT Drives185Here are some tips to keep in mind when attaching SCSI devices to the OCTANEworkstation.• You can mix Ultra and Fast devi

186Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External DevicesFollow these steps to clean your DAT or DLT drive:1. Insert a DAT or DLT cleaning cassette tape.

Installing External SCSI Devices187Assigning a SCSI Address to the External DeviceYou must shut down your system to install an external device, but be

xxiIntroductionWelcome to the OCTANE workstation! The OCTANE Workstation Owner’s Guide is yourcomplete guide to installing, diagnosing, and repairing

188Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External DevicesSetting the SCSI Address on the External DeviceTo set the SCSI address on the external device, l

Installing External SCSI Devices189About CablesYou can attach one or more external devices to the SCSI port on the back of yourworkstation. Connecting

190Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External DevicesShutting Down and Powering Off the SystemFigure 6-2 Powering Off the OCTANE WorkstationShut down

Installing External SCSI Devices191Preparing the SCSI Device for Cabling1. Ifyou are daisy-chaining anew deviceto aconnected device,removethe terminat

192Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External DevicesCabling the DevicesCaution: Ultra and Fast SCSI devices require higher quality cables than earli

Installing External SCSI Devices1933. Use the following cables between the OCTANE workstation and the device, orbetween devices: If you are attaching

194Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External DevicesConnecting the SCSI DevicesFigure 6-6 Connecting an External SCSI Device to the OCTANE Workstati

Installing External SCSI Devices195 Connect the other end of the SCSI cable to one of the SCSI connectors on theback of the device and secure the cli

196Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External DevicesFigure 6-8 Connecting the Terminator and Power Cable to an External Device2. Connect the termina

Powering On the OCTANE Workstation197Powering On the OCTANE WorkstationFigure 6-9 Powering On the OCTANE Workstation1. Plug in the power cord. (Step A

xxiiIntroductionHardware OptionsA listing of available OCTANE hardware configurations (upgrades and options) isavailable on the Web. In the location wi

198Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External DevicesTesting the External DeviceAfter you’ve attached the device to your workstation, check to make s

Powering On the OCTANE Workstation1992. If your workstation is powered off, turn on the system power. (Step B) Open the door on the front of the OCTA

200Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External Devices4. If the device is the last SCSI device on the daisy chain, make sure it has a terminatorinstal

Installing Serial Devices201Formatting an External Floppy Disk DriveIf you areusing thedrive asan IRIXdevice, followthese stepsto format afloppy disk,

202Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External DevicesAbout Serial PortsThe OCTANE workstation has two PC-compatible serial ports. Each port can also

Installing Serial Devices203Figure 6-13 Plugging In the Serial CableTable 6-5 Serial Port AssignmentIf you are installing: Use:A console terminal Seri

204Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External Devices3. Attach the serial device cable. See the instructions that came with the serial device for de

Installing Audio Devices205Figure 6-14 Audio Ports on the System ModuleTo connect an audio device, plug the device cable into the appropriate port.Use

206Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External DevicesInstalling the MicrophoneFigure 6-15 Installing the MicrophoneAttach the microphone to the OCTAN

Installing Audio Devices2074. Drape the cord over the back of the monitor. Draping the cord over the side of themonitor causesthe microphone to point

This chapter explains how to set up your OCTANE workstation and attach itto a network, turn the system on, and log in. It also explains how to use the

208Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External DevicesFigure 6-16 Setting Up the Speakers1. Place the left (passive) speaker on the left side of the m

Installing Audio Devices209Figure 6-17 Attaching the Speaker Cables to the Active Speaker4. On the cable with double connectors on each end, locate th

210Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External DevicesFigure 6-18 Attaching the Speaker Cables to the OCTANE Workstation7. Attach the other end of the

Installing Audio Devices211About Analog Line Level AudioThe analog line level audio ports are color-coded. Red is right. White is left. Input isupper.

212Chapter 6: Installing and Removing External DevicesReplacing the Keyboard or MouseFigure 6-19 Disconnecting the Mouse and Keyboard1. See “Shutting

Powering On the OCTANE Workstation213Powering On the OCTANE WorkstationFigure 6-20 Powering On the OCTANE Workstation1. Plug in the power cord to an e

This chapter provides instructions on installing and removing system andoption drives, the light module, the system fan, frontplane assembly, andplast

217Chapter 77. Installing and Removing Drives and Front ModulePartsThis chapter provides information on installing and removing drives and parts on th

218Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module PartsAbout Internal Drives• Unsupported devices maynot work withthe OCTANE workstation,

Installing and Removing Internal Drives219To shut down and power off the system, follow these steps:1. Open the front cover.2. Press and release the p

220Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module PartsTo remove the bezel, you first shut down and power off the system. If you have notal

Installing and Removing Internal Drives221Figure 7-4 Pressing the Bezel Release Buttons4. Press both bezel release buttons.

222Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module PartsFigure 7-5 Removing the Bezel5. Remove the bezel by tilting it forward, then liftin

Installing and Removing Internal Drives223Installing an Internal Option DriveFigure 7-6 Identifying the Option Drive BaysTo prepare the OCTANE worksta

224Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module PartsFigure 7-7 Sliding In an Optional Drive1. Lift the handle on the drive to a horizon

Installing and Removing Internal Drives225Figure 7-8 Locking the Drive3. With the drivecompletely inserted,rotate the handle downward to lockthe drive

226Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module PartsRemoving the Blank PanelFigure 7-9 Opening the Door on the BezelAfter installing a

Installing and Removing Internal Drives227Figure 7-10 Pushing the Blank Panel Free4. Press down on the blank panel. It pops out the back of the bezel.

3Chapter 11. Getting StartedThischaptertellsyouhowtosetupyourOCTANEworkstation.Thefollowingtopicsarecovered• “Getting Acquainted” on page 3• “Lifting

228Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module PartsRemoving Internal Option DrivesFigure 7-11 Lifting the Drive Handle to Unlock the D

Installing and Removing Internal Drives229Figure 7-12 Sliding Out the Option Drive2. Pull the drive directly toward you to remove it from the drive ba

230Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module PartsFigure 7-13 Pushing the Blank Panel Free4. Press the blank panel until both sides s

Installing and Removing Internal Drives231Replacing the System DriveFigure 7-14 Locating the System DriveToreplacethe system drive,you mustshut downth

232Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module PartsFigure 7-15 Unlocking the System Drive1. Locate the system drive.2. Raise the handl

Installing and Removing Internal Drives233Figure 7-17 Inserting the New Drive4. Replace the system drive. Lift the handle. With the handle fully ext

234Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module PartsFigure 7-18 Locking the System Drive5. Rotate the handle down to lock the system dr

Replacing the Light Module2353. You can also use the System Manager to check that the drive is shown correctly. From the Toolchest > System > S

236Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module PartsTo replace the light module, go to “Shutting Down and Powering Off the System” onpa

Removing and Installing the Frontplane Module and System Identification Module237Figure 7-21 Inserting the Light Module4. Insert the new light module.

4Chapter 1: Getting StartedIf this reference guide is no longer installed on your system disk, follow theseinstructions to install it:Go to the Toolch

238Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module PartsAttaching the Wrist StrapFigure 7-22 Attaching the Wrist StrapCaution: The componen

Removing and Installing the Frontplane Module and System Identification Module239Task InformationReplacing the frontplane module requires a number of

240Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts Disconnect the power supply from the chassis by unscrewing the captivescrews and

Removing and Installing the Frontplane Module and System Identification Module241Removing the Frontplane ModuleFigure 7-23 Locating the Screws Holding

242Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module PartsFigure 7-24 Placing the Frontplane Module Face Down on a Clean Surface5. Gently pla

Removing and Installing the Frontplane Module and System Identification Module243Removing the System Identification ModuleFigure 7-25 Sliding Out the S

244Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module PartsInstalling the Frontplane ModuleFigure 7-26 Tightening the Captive Screws on the Fr

Removing and Installing the System Fan2456. On the back of the OCTANE workstation, insert or connect to the frontplane:• the XIO module (see Chapter 5

246Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module Parts• Remove and the system fan.• Reinstall everything and start the system.Follow the

Preparing the Workstation to Replace the System Fan247Figure 7-27 Releasing the System Fan From the Back of the Drive Bay5. Locate the system fan. It

Front View5Front ViewFigure 1-1 Front View of the OCTANE WorkstationBezel releasebuttonsOption drivebaysVentilationgridReset buttonPower buttonLightBe

248Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module PartsFigure 7-28 Removing the Fan From the Back of the Drive Bay9. Gently pull up on the

Preparing the Workstation to Replace the System Fan249Figure 7-29 Placing the Fan on the Back of the Drive Bay11. Gently slide the new cable connector

250Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module PartsRemoving and Installing the Plastics: Top and BaseTo remove the plastics, top or ba

Removing and Installing the Plastics: Top and Base251Figure 7-31 Sliding the Front Cover Forward4. After the cover is forward, lift it straight up and

252Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module PartsRemoving and Installing the Plastic BaseTo remove the plastic base, you need to shu

Removing and Installing the Plastics: Top and Base253Figure 7-33 Releasing the Plastic Base2. Use a flat-sided screwdriver to press down on the plastic

254Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module PartsFigure 7-34 Sliding the Chassis Backward3. While pressing down on the tab, slide th

Removing and Installing the Plastics: Top and Base255Figure 7-35 Lifting the OCTANE Workstation off the Plastic BaseWarning: Do not attempt to lift th

256Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module PartsYou are finished replacing the plastic base and are ready to replace the bezel.Repla

Removing and Installing the Plastics: Top and Base257Figure 7-37 Replacing the Lockbar2. Open the door on the front of the OCTANE workstation.3. Inser

6Chapter 1: Getting StartedBack ViewFigure 1-2 Back View of the OCTANE WorkstationXIO moduleFanLockbar MicrophoneSpeakers/headphoneSpeaker powerAnalog

258Chapter 7: Installing and Removing Drives and Front Module PartsPowering On the OCTANE WorkstationFigure 7-38 Powering on the OCTANE Workstation1.

This chapter describes how to diagnose hardware problems on the OCTANEworkstation. It also explains how to run diagnostic tests.TroubleshootingChapter

261Chapter 88. TroubleshootingThis chapter provides information about diagnosing a variety of hardware problemsusingtheblinkingandcoloredLEDs on thefr

262Chapter 8: TroubleshootingUsing the LEDs on the LightbarFigure 8-1 Lightbar LEDs - Front of OCTANE, Diagnostic Chart #1Contact your local Silicon G

Using the LEDs on the Lightbar263Figure 8-2 Lightbar LEDs - Front of OCTANE, Diagnostic Chart #2Contact your local Silicon Graphics service provider.

264Chapter 8: TroubleshootingFigure 8-3 Lightbar LEDs - Front of OCTANE, Diagnostic Chart #3Contact your local Silicon Graphics service provider. Hav

Using the NMI Button265Using the NMI ButtonTheOCTANE workstation hasthe abilityto forcea non-maskableinterrupt (NMI)to thesystem. This can be used whe

266Chapter 8: TroubleshootingAccessing the System Maintenance MenuYou may wish to access to System Maintenance Menu for some specialized tasks,includi

Accessing the System Maintenance Menu267Figure 8-7 Stop for Maintenance Notifier5. Click the Stop for Maintenance button.6. Choose the option you wish

Checking Your Shipment7Checking Your ShipmentFigure 1-3 OCTANE Shipment ComponentsPower cables - 10 ft.Monitor cable - 10 ftDocumentationCDsMonitorKey

268Chapter 8: TroubleshootingRunning Diagnostic TestsThree types of software diagnostics tests are provided on the OCTANE workstation.Each is describe

Recovering From a System Crash269Figure 8-9 Starting Up the System Notifier3. When you see the System Maintenance menu, choose Run Diagnostics, or type

270Chapter 8: Troubleshooting1. Use a pen tip or an unwound paper clip to press the Reset button located on thefront panel.Figure 8-10 Pressing the Re

Recovering From a System Crash271Figure 8-12 System Recovery Menu4. If you have a CD-ROM drive connected to your system and the IRIX CD, click LocalCD

272Chapter 8: Troubleshooting7. If you have a remote (network) tape device, when no tape device is found, or whenyou answered “No” to the question in

Disabling the System Maintenance Password273After the first tape set (full backup) is completed, you are prompted for anyincremental or additional tape

274Chapter 8: TroubleshootingFigure 8-13 Removing the Jumper for Disabling the PasswordFollow these steps:1. Locate the white rectangle printed on the

Enabling the System Maintenance Password2753. Place the jumper on the left and middle pins within the rectangle. The password isnow disabled.4. Return

276Chapter 8: TroubleshootingFigure 8-14 Removing the Jumper to Enable the Password4. Locate the white rectangle printed on the system board at the ba

System Does Not Power Off2776. Place the jumper on the middle and right pins (within the rectangle). The passwordis now enabled.You have finished enabl

iiiContentsList of Figures xiList of Tables xixIntroduction xxiAudience xxiHardware Options xxiiSoftware and System Administration Info

8Chapter 1: Getting StartedLifting the OCTANE WorkstationFigure 1-4 Lifting the OCTANE WorkstationLifting the OCTANE workstation is a two-person job.

278Chapter 8: TroubleshootingFigure 8-16 Pressing the Reset Button2. If pressing the power button a second time does not work, use a pencil or pen top

This appendix provides illustrationsof XIOgraphics boards that are availablefor the OCTANE workstation.Identifying Graphics BoardsAppendix A

281Appendix AA. Identifying Graphics BoardsThis appendix provides illustrations of the OCTANE/SI graphics board, OCTANE/SIgraphics board with texture

282Appendix A: Identifying Graphics BoardsOCTANE/SI Graphics Board With the Texture Memory Option BoardFigure A-2 OCTANE/SI Board With the Texture Mem

OCTANE/SSI Graphics Board283OCTANE/SSI Graphics BoardFigure A-3 OCTANE/SSI Graphics BoardFlex cable connectorsCap onXIO compressionconnectorConnectors

284Appendix A: Identifying Graphics BoardsOCTANE/MXI Graphics BoardFigure A-4 OCTANE/MXI Graphics BoardFlex cable connectorsConnectors for texturememo

This chapter provides information about the care and cleaning of thecompression connectors found on the system module, PCI module, all XIOgraphics boa

287Appendix BB. Care and Cleaning of the Compression ConnectorTheOCTANE workstation usescompressionconnectors to connectseveralmodulesandboards to the

Organizing Your Setup Process9Organizing Your Setup ProcessIfyou have noadditional parts, memory, orperipherals to install,use the setupposter orthe s

288Appendix B: Care and Cleaning of the Compression ConnectorGuidelines for Storing and Handling the Compression ConnectorTo avoid damaging a compress

Guidelines for Cleaning the Compression Connector289To remove pollutants, follow these instructions:1. Obtain a can of dry compressed air or inert gas

290Appendix B: Care and Cleaning of the Compression Connector3. Hold the can in a vertical position.4. Place or hold the XIO board so that the rounded

This chapter provides port pinout assignments for the external ports on theOCTANE workstation. It also provides physical environment specificationsfor

293Appendix CC. Technical SpecificationsTosee theinformation inthis appendixin aWeb browser,enter thefollowing URLin thelocation window:file:/usr/share

294Appendix C: Technical SpecificationsAudio PortsMicrophone PortTable C-1 shows the port pinout information for the microphone.Table C-1 Microphone P

Port Pinout Assignments295Speaker Port PinoutAbove is the port and plug pinout for the speaker/headphone port.Above is the speaker power port and plug

296Appendix C: Technical SpecificationsAnalog Line Level Port PinoutThe pinouts for the analog audio ports and plugs are shown above.Coaxial Digital P

Port Pinout Assignments297Optical Digital Port PinoutAn optical digital port is shown above.• Supports ADAT 8-channel, 24-bit connections.• Compatible

10Chapter 1: Getting StartedSetting Up the OCTANE WorkstationHuman factors guidelines for setting up your OCTANE workstation are in OctaneHardware Cen

298Appendix C: Technical SpecificationsSCSI PortTable C-4 shows the cable pinout assignments for the SCSI port.Table C-4 SCSI Port PinoutPin Assignmen

Port Pinout Assignments29916 Ground 50 Ground17 Termpwr 51 Termpwr18 Termpwr 52 Termpwr19 Open 53 Open20 Ground 54 Ground21 Ground 55 ATN22 Ground 56

300Appendix C: Technical SpecificationsEthernet 10-Base-T/100-Base-T PortThe OCTANE workstation autoselects the speed and type (duplex vs. half duplex

Port Pinout Assignments301Parallel PortTable C-6 shows the cable pinout assignments for the IEEE 1284-C parallel port.Table C-6 Parallel Port PinoutPi

302Appendix C: Technical SpecificationsKeyboard and Mouse PortsThis is astandard pinout forPC PS/2keyboards and mice.The mouseand keyboardareelectrica

Port Pinout Assignments303Serial PortsThe OCTANE workstation serial ports can operate in one of several modes:• RS-232 electrical levels with a standa

304Appendix C: Technical SpecificationsThis is the Macintosh-compatible pinout.Table C-9 shows cable pinout assignments for the serial ports.Serial Ca

Serial Cables and Adapters305Printer/Dumb Terminal Serial CableForserialprintersanddumbterminals,usea3-wirestandardPCcable.Table C-10showsthe cable co

306Appendix C: Technical SpecificationsYoucanusethiscableforallserialdevicesexceptthosethatdonotneedRTSflowcontrol.Devices like serial printers and dum

Serial Cables and Adapters307Serial Port Adapter CablesThe OCTANE workstation’s serial ports conform to the PC standard pinout for EIAstandard RS-232

Setting Up the OCTANE Workstation11Figure 1-6 Attaching the Ethernet Cable2. Attach the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the OCTANE workstation.

308Appendix C: Technical SpecificationsTable C-13 shows the pinout for a female DB9 to female DB9 adapter cable.Note: For more detailed information, s

Serial Cables and Adapters309Ports on XIO Graphics BoardsMonitor PortTable C-14 shows the port pinout assignments for the OCTANE 20 inch monitor.Table

310Appendix C: Technical SpecificationsStereoView PortTable C-15 DDC Enabled Monitor PinoutPin Assignment - DDC EnabledA1 RedA2 GreenA3 Blue1 Data Clo

Physical Environment Specifications311Table C-16 shows the cable pinout assignments for the StereoView port on the graphicsboards.Physical Environment

312Appendix C: Technical SpecificationsMicrophone SpecificationsTable C-18 shows microphone specifications.Relative Humidity 10% to 80% operating (no co

Physical Environment Specifications313Speaker SpecificationsTable C-19 shows speaker specifications.Headphone SpecificationsTable C-20 shows headphone sp

314Appendix C: Technical SpecificationsPCI Module Power SpecificationTotal power for the PCI module (the sum of power for all boards from all power sup

This appendix provides instructions for creating a system disk using thePROM monitor.Creating a System DiskFrom the PROM MonitorAppendix D

317Appendix DD. Creating a System Disk From the PROM MonitorThis appendix describes how to create a system disk from an option disk and install anoper

12Chapter 1: Getting StartedFigure 1-7 Attaching the Speaker-to-Speaker Cable3. Place the speakers on either side of the monitor as shown in Figure 1-

318Appendix D: Creating a System Disk From the PROM Monitor5. If you are installing over a network connection, get the IP address and host name ofthe

3199. After fx is invoked, messages, prompts, and menus appear. A sample session isshown. In this sample session, the default system disk device name,

320Appendix D: Creating a System Disk From the PROM Monitor12. Choose a standard system disk partition layout. Follow these directions:Choose rootdriv

Installing a New Version of the Operating System321Installing a New Version of the Operating SystemAftercreatinganewsystemdisk,youmustinstallanewversi

Thischapterprovidesregulatorystatements,includingtheFCCDeclarationofConformance, for the OCTANE workstation.Regulatory InformationAppendix E

325Appendix EE. Regulatory InformationManufacturer’s Regulatory DeclarationsThe OCTANE workstation conforms to several national and international spec

326Appendix E: Regulatory InformationManufacturer’s Declaration of ConformityA “Manufacturer’s Declaration of Conformity” is available on the World Wi

Class A327Class AThis equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevicemaynotcauseharm

Setting Up the OCTANE Workstation13Figure 1-8 Attaching the Speaker and Power Cable to the Active Speaker5. Connect the speaker/workstation cables (th

328Appendix E: Regulatory InformationThis device complies with the Class A limits of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation issubject to the following tw

Class A329Korean StatementRadio and Television InterferenceTheequipment described inthis guidegenerates anduses radio frequency energy. Ifit isnotinst

330Appendix E: Regulatory InformationShielded CablesThe OCTANE workstation is FCC-compliant under test conditions that include the useof shielded cabl

Class B331Class BThis equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevicemaynotcauseharm

332Appendix E: Regulatory InformationCaution: The user is cautioned that changes or modifications to the equipment notexpressly approved by the party r

Class B333Japanese StatementKorean StatementShielded CablesThe OCTANE workstation is FCC-compliant under test conditions that include the useof shield

334Appendix E: Regulatory InformationThe monitor cable supplied with your system uses additional filtering molded into thecable jacket to reduce radio

335GlossaryaccountSee login account.active windowThe only window that recognizes input (activity) from the keyboard and mouse; onlyone window is activ

336Glossarybackup tapeA tape that contains a copy of files and directories that are on your hard disk. A fullbackup tape contains a copy of all files an

Glossary337clickHold the mouse still, then press and immediately release a mouse button.compression connectorA specialized connector with two halves.

14Chapter 1: Getting StartedFigure 1-9 Connecting the Speaker and Power Cables6. Connect the active speaker to the OCTANE workstation, using the cable

338Glossarycurrent working directoryThe directory within the filesystem in which you are located when you are working in ashell window.cursorThe small

Glossary339disk resourceAny disk (hard, tape, CD-ROM, or floppy) that you can access either because it isphysically attached to your workstation with a

340GlossaryfileAsetofdiskblocksinwhichyoustoreinformationsuchastext,programs,orimagesthatyou created using an application.filesystemA hierarchy of direc

Glossary341hostAny system connected to the network.hostnameThe name that uniquely identifies each host (system) on the network.human factors guidelines

342GlossaryKB (kilobyte)The abbreviation for a standard unit for measuring the information storage capacity ofdisks and memory (RAM and ROM); 1024 byt

Glossary343male connectorA connector that has raised edges, pins, or other protruding parts that you plug into afemaleconnector. An exampleofamaleconn

344GlossarymouseAhardwaredevice that you use tocommunicatewith windows and icons. You move themouse to move the cursor on the screen, and you press it

Glossary345passwordA combination of letters and/or numbers that only you know; it is analogous to a keyand prevents unauthorized accesstoyour system.I

346Glossarypower supplyThepieceofhardwareintheOCTANEchassisthatdirectspowerfromanelectricaloutletto the chassis, monitor, and internal SCSI devices.Pr

Glossary347root accountThe standard IRIX login account reserved for use by the system administrator. Thisaccount’s home directory is the root (/) dire

Setting Up the OCTANE Workstation15Figure 1-10 Attaching the Microphone7. Set up the microphone. Place the microphone cord through the slot in the ba

348GlossarySCSI terminatorAnelectronicsdevice, often an external plug, that isrequiredatthe end of each SCSI bus.TheOCTANEworkstationusesactivetermina

Glossary349static electricityWhenever your body comes in physical contact with metal parts (including printedcircuit boards) of computer equipment, th

350Glossarysystem softwareThe standard IRIX operatingsystem software and SiliconGraphics tools. Thesecome onthe system disk and on the CD that you use

Glossary351workstationAn assembly of hardware that includes a system board, graphics board, CPU, memory,system disk, and power supply. A workstation c

353IndexAaccessing System Maintenance menu, 266, 268active speaker, 208adapters and serial cables, 304addresses for external drives, 187analog lin

354Indexcompression connectorcap, 47care and cleaning, 287description, 287handling instructions, 288PCI module, 89system module, 46confidence tes

355Indexfloppy or floptical disks, formatting, 201formatting, external floppy drive, 201frontplane moduleinstalling, 237, 244removing, 237front view

356IndexJjumper, disabling system maintenance password,274Kkeyboard, replacing, 212keyboard specifications, 302Llabel, regulatory, 326LEDs, lightbar

357IndexPparallel port specifications, 301parts, returning, 278passive speaker, 208PCI boardinstalling, 96removing, 109PCI module, 85blank panel,

16Chapter 1: Getting StartedFigure 1-11 Connecting the Monitor and Power Cables8. Connect the monitor and power cables. Connect the monitor-to-graphi

358IndexSscrews for XIO graphics boards, 133SCSI, address for drives, 187SCSI addressassigning to external device, 187setting on external device,

359Indexsystem faninstalling, 245removing, 245system identification moduleinstalling, 237removing, 237system maintenance menu, 268System Maintenan

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Setting Up the OCTANE Workstation17Figure 1-12 Connecting the Monitor and Power Cables to an Electrical Outlet9. Connect the power cords from the OCTA

ivContentsShutting Down and Powering Off the OCTANE Workstation 29UsingthePowerButtontoShutDownandPowerOfftheOCTANEWorkstation 29Using the Toolches

18Chapter 1: Getting StartedFigure 1-13 Powering On the Monitor10. Press the power button on the monitor.

Setting Up the OCTANE Workstation19Figure 1-14 Powering On the Speakers11. Press the power button on the active speaker.

20Chapter 1: Getting StartedFigure 1-15 Powering On the OCTANE WorkstationIf you are installing the lockbar, go to “Locking the OCTANE Workstation” on

Locking the OCTANE Workstation21Locking the OCTANE WorkstationUsing the lockbar locks the bezel and system module to the chassis. Locking the bezelpre

22Chapter 1: Getting StartedFigure 1-17 Inserting the Lockbar3. Slide in the lockbar. (Step A)4. Secure it with a lock. (Step B)5. Close the door.Push

Locking the OCTANE Workstation23Figure 1-18 Powering On the OCTANE Workstation6. Power on the OCTANE workstation.7. You have finished setting up the OC

24Chapter 1: Getting StartedLogging Into the OCTANE WorkstationOnce you create a user login account for yourself and set up networking software, yours

Using the IRIX Interactive Desktop25Using the IRIX Interactive DesktopNow you are ready to use the desktop management system called the IRIX Interacti

26Chapter 1: Getting StartedThe ToolchestThe toolchest in the top left-hand corner of the screen (shown in Figure 1-21) providesaccess to system funct

Using the IRIX Interactive Desktop27For IRIX 6.4 users, it is also found online through the Toolchest > Selected > FileQuickFind. Type insight i

ContentsvRemoving a PCI Board 109Installing the PCI Module 119Powering On the OCTANE Workstation 126Verifying the PCI Board Installation 1

28Chapter 1: Getting StartedIRIX 6.5 Users: InfoSearchFromtheToolchest>Help>InfoSearch,typethenameofthebookortopicforwhichyouneed information. I

Shutting Down and Powering Off the OCTANE Workstation29Shutting Down and Powering Off the OCTANE WorkstationThere are two ways to shut down and power

30Chapter 1: Getting StartedFigure 1-24 System Shutdown Notifier4. Turn off the monitor by pressing the monitor power button.If the system does not pow

Shutting Down and Powering Off the OCTANE Workstation31Figure 1-26 Pressing the Power Button2. If pressing the power button a second time does not wor

32Chapter 1: Getting StartedUsing the Toolchest to Shut Down the OCTANE WorkstationFigure 1-27 System Shutdown Caution MessageYou can use the System m

Shutting Down and Powering Off the OCTANE Workstation33Figure 1-28 Shutting Down the System NotifierYou can also shut down and restart the system.1. To

34Chapter 1: Getting StartedFigure 1-30 System Shutdown NotifierNext you see the message shown in Figure 1-31.Figure 1-31 Okay to Power Off Notifier3. C

This chapter provides information about installing and removing CPUs andmemory (DIMM)s in the OCTANE workstation. It also provides informationabout ve

37Chapter 22. Installing and Removing the CPU and MemorySince both memory and the processor reside in the same area of the workstation, thischapter pr

viContentsPowering On the OCTANE Workstation 197Testing the External Device 198Formatting an External Floppy Disk Drive 201Installing Serial

38Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and MemoryPreparing the Workstation to Remove and Install a CPU and MemoryFigure 2-1 Powering Off the OCT

Preparing the Workstation to Remove and Install a CPU and Memory39Figure 2-2 Removing the Lockbar5. Remove the lockbar which locks the system module a

40Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and MemoryFigure 2-3 Removing the Cables From the System Module7. Remove the cables attached to the syste

Attaching the Wrist Strap41Attaching the Wrist StrapCaution: The components inside the OCTANE workstation are extremely sensitive tostatic electricity

42Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and MemoryRemoving the System ModuleFigure 2-5 Removing the System Module ScrewsWarning:The heat sinks on

Removing the System Module432. Loosen the captive screws that hold the sliding handles to the OCTANEworkstation. See Figure 2-5.Figure 2-6 Locating th

44Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and MemoryFigure 2-7 Releasing the System Module From the Frontplane3. Pull both sliding handles simultan

Removing the System Module45Figure 2-8 Removing the System Module From the Chassis4. Pull the system module from the chassis by grasping the module ha

46Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and MemoryFigure 2-9 Locating the Compression ConnectorsCaution: Do not touch the compression connectors

Removing the System Module47Figure 2-10 Placing the Compression Cap on the Compression Connector6. Place a cap on each compression connector on the ba

ContentsviiRemovingand Installingthe Frontplane ModuleandSystem Identification Module 237Attaching the Wrist Strap 238Task Information 239Prepar

48Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and MemoryInstalling and Removing a CPU/ProcessorYour OCTANE workstation uses either a single or a dual C

Installing and Removing a CPU/Processor49Figure 2-12 Lifting the Single Processor From the System ModuleCaution: Donot remove the fourinner screws (no

50Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and MemoryFigure 2-13 Lifting the Dual Processor From the System Module4. Slide your fingers under the sid

Installing and Removing a CPU/Processor51Installing a CPU/ProcessorFigure 2-14 Viewing the Connectors on the Underside of the CPUsToinstallaCPU,youmus

52Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and MemoryFigure 2-15 Installing a Single Processor3. Lower the CPU onto the standoffs and connectors as

Installing and Removing a CPU/Processor53Figure 2-16 Installing the Dual ProcessorYou have finished installing the CPU and are ready to replace the sys

54Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and MemoryInstalling and Removing MemoryTo install or remove memory, you must power off the workstation,

Installing and Removing Memory55• SGI DIMMs have color coded labels with a part number in the middle of the label:– the 32 MB DIMM has a yellow label–

56Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and MemoryRemoving MemoryIf you have not already done so, power off the workstation, wait 5 minutes after

Installing and Removing Memory571. With the system module lying on a flat, dry, antistatic surface, locate the DIMMbanks and sockets as shown in Figure

viiiContentsOCTANE/SSI Graphics Board 283OCTANE/MXI Graphics Board 284B. Care and Cleaning of the Compression Connector 287Guidelines for Sto

58Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and MemoryInstalling MemoryFigure 2-20 Locating the Notches on a DIMMBeforeinstallingmemory,see“AboutMemo

Replacing the System Module59Replacing the System ModuleFigure 2-21 Removing the Compression Connector Cap1. Remove the caps on the compression connec

60Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and MemoryFigure 2-22 Supporting the System Module2. Grasp the system module by its immovable handle and

Replacing the System Module61Figure 2-23 Replacing the System Module in the OCTANE Workstation4. Push the sliding handles simultaneously to connect th

62Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and MemoryFigure 2-24 Locking the System Module to the Frontplane5. Push firmly on the handles to complete

Replacing the System Module63Figure 2-25 Replacing the System Module Screws6. Tighten the captive screws in the sliding handles until the system modul

64Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and MemoryFigure 2-26 Replacing Cables to the System Module8. Replace any cables you removed.

Powering On the OCTANE Workstation65Powering On the OCTANE WorkstationFigure 2-27 Powering On the OCTANE Workstation1. Plug in the power cord. (Step A

66Chapter 2: Installing and Removing the CPU and MemoryFigure 2-28 Installing the Lockbar4. Replace the lockbar. Open the cover on the front of the O

Verifying Memory Installation672. If the amount of memory is incorrect, follow the directions at the beginning of thischapter to power off your system

ContentsixD. Creating a System Disk From the PROM Monitor 317Installing a New Version of the Operating System 321E. Regulatory Information 32

This chapter provides information about installing and removing the powersupply in the OCTANE workstation.Installing and Removing the Power SupplyChap

71Chapter 33. Installing and Removing the Power SupplyYou rarely need to remove and install a power supply. Because the power supply islocated at the

72Chapter 3: Installing and Removing the Power SupplyPreparing the Workstation to Remove or Install the Power SupplyFigure 3-1 Powering Off the OCTANE

Removing the PCI Module73Removing the PCI ModuleIf you do not have a PCI module installed, go to the next section.If you have a PCI module installed,

74Chapter 3: Installing and Removing the Power SupplyFigure 3-2 Removing the Screws That Hold the Power Supply to the ChassisWarning: Be sure you have

Removing the Power Supply75Figure 3-3 Removing the Power Supply From the OCTANE Workstation3. Grasp the handle and pull the power supply from the chas

76Chapter 3: Installing and Removing the Power SupplyFigure 3-4 Removing the Power Supply Cable4. Tilt the power supply up, and unplug the power cable

Installing the Power Supply77Installing the Power SupplyFigure 3-5 Installing the Power Supply CableFollow the steps below to install the power supply