Hardware Installation and Maintainance: MAXserver(TM) 1600 and 1608 Terminal Servers [Large Print]

Bys: Idiege, Peter Ohobu and Inc, Xyplex

This guide explains how to place a MAXserver model 1600 or 1608 terminal server into operation. The guide covers hardware installation, cabling, configuration, and a description of basic server commands.
Organization
This guide is organized as follows:
Chapter 1 (Introduction) -- Describes the functions and capabilities of the MAXserver 1600 and
1608 terminal servers. This chapter also describes software requirements, and explains how the MAXserver 1600 or 1608 stores its configuration data (parameters).
Chapter 2 (Getting Started) -- Describes the hardware installation procedures and explains how to initialize connected devices. By following the instructions in this chapter, you should be able to place a MAXserver 1600 or 1608 terminal server into operation without making a service call.
Chapter 3 (Troubleshooting) -- Describes what to do if you encounter a problem during the MAXserver 1600 or 1608 installation or while the server is in operation. This chapter explains how the MAXserver 1600/1608 indicates errors and how to reset the unit.
Chapter 4 (Configuratinterface (BNC connector). (See Figure B-1 for AUI connector signal assignments.)
TCP/IP and LAT Protocol Support -- The MAXserver 1600 and 1608 provide concurrent support for the DEC Local Area Transport (LAT(R)) and TCP/IP protocols.
Memory Card -- An optional Memory card, from which the unit can load its operating software. Two memory card types are currently available from Xyplex:
"Flash" cards, which are readable/writeable and can be upgraded to a newer software version
"ROM" (or "OTP") cards, which are read-only and cannot be updated
The MAXserver 1600 and 1608 can also load software from the Memory card, over the network, to MAXserver 1100/1120, 1500/1520, 1600/1608, and 1800/1820 terminal server units.
Network Software Loading -- If you order a MAXserver 1600 or 1608 without a Memory card, the unit loads its operating software from a network host called a load server. The load server is typically a UNIXTM or VAX/VMSTM system. Alternatively, a Xyplex MAXserver Manager card (MAXman) or MAXserver 1800/1820 terminal server can be used. The load server downloads a software image to the MAXserver 1600/1608, over the network, whenever the terminal server is powered on or reinitialized. The load server can support other devices as well.
Expandable Memory -- The MAXserver 1600 and 1608 are shipped with either 1 MB or 3 MB of factory installed memory. The memory can be expanded in 2 MB increments, up to 5 MB, using SIMM memory modules. SIMMs should be installed by qualified personnel only. To upgrade your MAXserver 1600 or 1608, contact your Xyplex sales representative. The order code for a 2 MByte SIMM memory upgrade kit is MX-500-5744. (If you only need installation instructions, the order code is MX-420-0608.)
Concurrent Flow Control and Modem Control Support -- The MAXserver 1600 and 1608 provide concurrent support for RTS/CTS flow control signals and modem control signals on all 16 ports. New adaptors are available to support cabling to MAXserver 1600/1608 ports when these signals are used. In most cases, the MAXserver 1600/1608 can also use existing MAXserver 1000-series cabling, if support for the new signals is not required.

• Format: Paperback
• Large Print: Yes
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0BHKTDQGC
• ISBN13: 9798356595158
• Release Date: October 2022
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 54 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"