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7012-390 IBM RS/6000 Model 390

7012-390 IBM RS/6000 Model 390

IBM United States Sales Manual
Revised:  July 13, 2010.

Table of contents
TOC Link Product Life Cycle Dates TOC Link Publications
TOC Link Abstract TOC Link Features -- Specify/Special/Exchange
TOC Link Highlights TOC Link Accessories
TOC Link Description TOC Link Machine Elements
TOC Link Model TOC Link Supplies
TOC Link Technical Description  

 
Product Life Cycle Dates
Type Model Announced Available Marketing Withdrawn Service Discontinued
7012-390 1994/05/241994/06/10 1997/07/18 -

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Abstract

IBM UNIX systems consist of the IBM eServer pSeries and IBM RS/6000 product lines. Providing unprecedented value, these innovative systems feature IBM's leading-edge technology and run the top-rated UNIX operating system, AIX. This broad product line ranges from powerful workstations ideal for mechanical design; to mission-critical symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) servers for ERP, SCM, CRM, transaction processing, and Web serving; up to parallel RS/6000 SP systems that can handle demanding scientific and technical computing and business intelligence tasks. These platforms provide the power to create change and the flexibility to manage it, with thousands of applications that provide real value. More than 1,000,000 systems have shipped to over 135,000 businesses worldwide.

Model Abstract 7012-390

The IBM* RS/6000 Model 390 dramatically extends the performance range of the RS/6000 series desktop systems.

The RS/6000 Model 390 offers enhanced performance and introduces POWER2 technology in desktop servers. For the first time in this series, two 5.25-inch half-high removable media bays and the new SCSI-2 Fast/Wide controller are offered, providing far greater performance and capability on the desktop. Outstanding integer, floating-point, and transaction processing levels exceed the performance of previously announced models. This model is a natural for:

The Model 390 with a 67MHz processor, establishes a new standard in performance for IBM's high-end desktop systems. It includes 32MB of memory, 2GB of SCSI-2 internal disk, a CD-ROM-2 drive, and one available 5.25-inch half-high removable media bay. Also available as an option is 512KB or 1MB of level 2 (L2) cache. With the use of a disk drive mounting kit to install a third internal disk in the available media bay, storage for the Model 380 and 390 is increased up to 13.5MB.

The standard features include an 80MB/sec Micro Channel* with four expansion slots, one integrated dual-ported SCSI-2 Fast/Wide controller (one for internal and one for external devices), and an integrated Ethernet** interface to provide additional function capabilities.

Memory capacity of up to 512MB and internal disk capacity of up to 13.5GB, coupled with the current wide variety of input/output devices and communications features, allow these systems to be configured as powerful servers.
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Highlights

See Model Highlights.

Model Highlights 7012-390


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Description

The RS/6000 7012 Series is a set of powerful multiuser, multitasking, desktop workstations or servers based on IBM's Performance Optimization With Enhanced RISC (POWER) and PowerPC Architecture. They are designed for balanced system performance providing a high-speed floating-point processor with concurrent instruction execution. These workstations or servers are compatible with AIX for RS/6000 operating system. The 300 series models are the desktop members of the IBM RS/6000 family and can be installed in either a vertical or horizontal position. The G series models are mini towers.

Standard Features include:

Additional internal media devices may be attached. For a detailed description of these products reference the "Devices Supported" section of this text.

The Operator Panel contains a Mode Switch, Reset Pushbutton, and three 7-segment LED indicators. The LED indicators can be rotated by 90 degrees to provide the proper orientation for the vertical or horizontal position. An optional Nonlocking switch is available on the initial plant order in place of the standard keylock. The nonlocking, three position, MODE switch provides logic security without the need of a key.
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Model

Model Summary Matrix

        CPU In                     Internal       Micro     SCSI
Model   MHz        Memory            Disk         Channel   Controller
-----   ------  ---------------  ---------------  -------   ----------
 390     67     64 MB to 512 MB  2 GB to 13.5 GB  4 Slots    Yes
 

                                Std Dev
        Ethernet     Diskette   Ports 1      Graphics   Color
Model   Interface    Drive      Connection    Adapter    Display
-----   ---------    --------  -----------    --------   -------
 390      Yes         Yes         Yes         Gt3i       Yes
 

Customer Setup (CSU)

Yes.

IBM provides customers an installation option on the RS/6000 300 series. Customers can initially install their own machines or choose to have IBM perform this service for an additional fee. IBM continues to install and service all MES features and model conversions.

Devices Supported

RS/6000 System Rack:

Attachment of the 7015-R00 rack is supported for mounting rack drawers that are supported by this system. The R00 System Rack provides mounting space and power for those drawers. The 1.6 meter rack meets the requirements of the Electronics Industries Standards (EIA) EIA-310C standard. An EIA is a unit measure of vertical mounting space that equals 44.45 mm (1.75 inches). The R00 System Rack has 32 EIA units of vertical mounting space. Each drawer installed in the R00 rack requires a placement code to designate assignment to a particular rack.

This machine is rack mounted:

External I/O

Note: The attaching system must provide 4 EIA units of rack space for the 7133 in the system rack or an expansion rack. It must also provide an attachment to an SSA loop via FC 6214, the SSA adapter.

Note: The attaching system must provide an attachment to an SSA loop via FC 6214, the SSA adapter.

ASCII Terminals

Note: (1) National language support is provided through the use of Cartridge 8859/1.2 inserted in the terminal and appropriate keyboard.

X Stations

Displays

Supported IBM Monitors Complying to ISO 9241 Part 3.

Graphic Processors

Dials

Digitizers

Lighted Program Function Keyboard

Note: If either standard serial port is configured for attachment of Dials or a Lighted Programmable Function Keyboard, the remaining standard serial port is unavailable for use by devices other than Dials or Lighted Programmable Function Keyboard.

Tablets

Plotters

Modems

Modem support is provided to allow communication through common carrier telephone networks using dial-up or leased lines with asynchronous protocols or the synchronous half-duplexed SDLC protocols. Not all of the features supported by the listed modems are supported by AIX Version 3.2 for RS/6000. 

Modems                      Protocols           Standards
--------------------------  ------------------  --------------------
IBM 5822 DSU up to 56K bps         SYNC         CCITT V.35
IBM 5841 1200bps            ASYNC  SYNC         EIA-232D
IBM 5853 2400bps            ASYNC  SYNC         EIA-232D, CCITT V.24
IBM 5865 9600bps                   SYNC         EIA-232D, CCITT V.24
IBM 7855 up to 19.2 Kbps           ASYNC        CCITT v.32, V.22 bis
                                    Bell 103, 212
IBM 7861 up to 19.2KBps     ASYNC  SYNC         EIA-232D, CCITT V.24
IBM 7868 up to 19.2KBps     ASYNC  SYNC         EIA-232D, CCITT V.24
Hayes Smartmodem 1200**     ASYNC               EIA-232D
Hayes Smartmodem 2400       ASYNC  SDLC         EIA-232D, CCITT V.24
Hayes V-Series 9600         ASYNC  SDLC         EIA-232D, CCITT V.24
Racal-Vadic 1200PA**        ASYNC               EIA-232D
Racal-Vadic 1200VP          ASYNC               EIA-232D
Racal-Vadic VI2422          ASYNC               EIA-232D
Racal-Vadic 2400PA          ASYNC               EIA-232D
Racal-Vadic 2400VP          ASYNC               EIA-232D
Racal-Vadic VI2222VP        ASYNC               EIA-232D
Telebit Trailblazer Plus    ASYNC               EIA-232D
 

Printers

The following non-IBM printers are also supported:

PRINTER PERIPHERALS

Printer notes:

  1. Feature code #3155 for the IBM 3812 printer is required for attachment to the RS/6000 system.

  2. Feature code #7652 for the IBM 3816 printer is required for attachment to the RS/6000 system.

  3. When using the serial ports, the IBM 4019 requires feature code #9143 (System serial interface adapter) for attachment to the RS/6000 system.

  4. The IBM RS/6000 system supports Code Page 850. The Code Page 850 cartridge must be installed on the IBM 5202 printer to fully utilize the full characters sets of the system. For details on available cartridges, refer to the IBM 5202 Sales Manual. Other IBM printers have Code Page 850 resident.

  5. For optimum system performance, high-speed serial printers should be attached to the native ports or the 128-Port Async Controller.

  6. The parallel printer port is provided for the convenience character printer. High-speed printers or applications requiring a large amount of data transfer per page (e.g., high-density graphics) should use the serial interface for optimum system performance.

  7. Impactwriter A models emulate the IBM 4202-3 printer for traditional line printing of simple text and numbers. Graphics, all points addressable, and large characters cannot be printed.

  8. For assistance with these printers and for the latest AIX virtual printer files (colon files), call Lexmark Customer Support. Virtual printer files (colon files) for the 4037 and 4076 printers are available from Lexmark. Colon files for these printers are distributed via:
    • Lexmark Customer support line: (606) 232-3000
    • Dial-in BBS: (606) 232-5238
    • VM request machine DRIVERS at LEXCJN1 (for IBM customers, marketing reps, SEs)
    • Lexmark Internet file server: ftp.lexmark.com
    • Reader response card for the 4037 and 4076

  9. Use the virtual printer files available from Lexmark for the PCL emulation mode of the 4076 printer. For PPDS (IBM ASCII), select emulation of the 2390 Personal Printer.

  10. AIX support software for the LaserPrinter Integrated Network Option is provided with the Network Option cards (Features 5495, 5496, 5497 on the IBM 4039 LaserPrinter.)

  11. AIX support software for the HP JetDirect Ethernet Card

Printer Peripherals

Model Conversions

Model conversions will be available to upgrade the 340, 34H, 350, 360, 370 and 380 models as follows: 

      From      To
      ----      ---
      340       380
      340       390
      34H       380
      34H       390
      350       380
      350       390
      360       380
      360       390
      370       390
      380       390
 

Descriptive/Ordering Information:

All upgrades from a Model 340, 34H, 350, 360 and 370 to a Model 380/390 will be shipped using a new "chassis exchange" process. The upgrade provides a model conversion for customers with these installed systems and want the RS/6000 Model 380/390 processor capability. This field installable model conversion will help provide increased system performance and contribute to the protection of customers' initial investment in the Model 300 series systems. The resultant model conversion will retain the serial number of the system prior to the upgrade. Model conversion offers a high degree of flexibility in increasing the performance level of the system and helping the customers with computation-intensive applications to take advantage of the performance of the new processor while protecting their investment in disks and features.

Compatibility:

The RS/6000 Model 380/390 uses a new SCSI-2 fast/wide interface. All other external interfaces are the same as on the Model 340, 34H, 350, 360 and 370. The following cables will be required for externally attached devices after the model conversion: 

 

 FEATURE      DESCRIPTION
 -------   ------------------------------------------------------------
 2439      8-bit IBM SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Adapter/A to Single-Ported Device
 2437      8-bit IBM SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Adapter/A to Dual-Ported Device
 2435      16-bit IBM SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Adapter/A to Dual-Ported Device
 

All Micro Channel adapters, external and internal devices currently supported by the RS/6000 Model 380/390 and announced later as supported by the RS/6000 Model 380/390 will also be supported by the newly converted 380/390. The SCSI-2 fast/wide interface does NOT support the following devices:

Note: Features displaced remain with the customer. A minimum of 32 MB of memory is required prior to the upgrade. Customers who do not meet the memory minimum must order additional memory features or SIMM kits. This is not included in the price of the model conversion. The upgrade kit will provide a one-for-one replacement of the customer's installed memory cards. The existing memory SIMMs are reused on the replacement cards. For upgraded machines, it may be necessary for 8-MB or 16-MB memory to be replaced or for SIMM kits to be installed to meet the above requirements. A machine being upgraded must have a minimum of 2 GB of SCSI-2 disks installed or on order. These can be any one or combination of the following: 

 FEATURE        DESCRIPTION
 -------        -----------
 2555           1-GB SCSI-2 DRIVE
 2556           400-MB to 1-GB SCSI-2 DRIVE SELECT
 2580           2-GB SCSI-2 DRIVE
 2582           400-MB to 2-GB SCSI-2 DRIVE SELECT
 

Current machine configuration (product topology information) will be requested by the plant prior to scheduling the shipment of this upgrade.

Programming Requirements:

AIX Version 3.2.5 for RS/6000 with additional PTFs. These PTFs are included on all 3.2.5 orders shipped after 6/10/94 (labeled AIX/6000 Version 3.2.5.1). Refer to memo to users on installing these PTFs or call the IBM support center and request the PTFs referenced in APAR number IX42623. This level of AIX/6000 be installed and operational PRIOR to beginning the upgrade. This is not included in the price of the model conversion. AIX/6000* applications written for POWER-based RS/6000s will run on the new POWER2*-based models without recompilation and will run significantly faster. Additional performance can be achieved by recompiling with the latest versions of the IBM XL compilers to further exploit the POWER2 technology. Applications compiled using a compiler option to exploit POWER2 technology may not function properly on systems that do not employ the new POWER2 technology. Customers with any combination of POWER-, PowerPC 601*-, and POWER2-based systems may continue to run their applications unmodified. New applications and recompilation of existing applications for use in a mixed processor environment should be compiled using the POWER or common mode options available in the new XL compilers or any other compilers that support those options. The 340, 34H, 350, 360, 370 to 380/390 upgrade kit will contain some or all of the following:

This upgrade is accomplished by transferring the customer's existing media, disks, adapters, and memory SIMMs to the new chassis. The chassis will contain the same serial number as the customer's existing machine. The new chassis will include a CD-ROM (#9218).

Ordering Information:

When ordering this model conversion, you must specify the model conversion on the MES order.

Supported Features Information:

All features announced as supported on the 380/390 are also available on this model conversion. The following features presently supported on the Model 340, 34H, 350, 360, and 370 will NOT be supported on the newly- converted system: 

 

 FEATURE
  CODE      ADDITIONAL/SELECTABLE FEATURES
 -------   ---------------------------------------------------
  2780     High-Performance 8-bit 3D Color Graphics Processor
  2781     High-Performance 24-bit 3D Color Graphics Processor
  2782     24-bit Z-Buffer Solid Rendering Option
  2783     24-bit Color Graphics Frame Buffer Upgrade
 
 

Note: Features displaced remain with the customer.

Supported but not Orderable Features:

The following features presently supported on the Model 340, 34H, 350 360 and 370 will be supported but are not orderable on the newly- converted system. 

 FEATURE
  CODE      ADDITIONAL/SELECTABLE FEATURES
 -------   --------------------------------
  2121     160-MB SCSI Disk Drive
(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 6, 1995)
  2390     540-MB SCSI-2 Disk Drive
(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of October 25, 1996)
  2391     400-MB to 540-MB SCSI-2 Disk Drive Select
  2392     160-MB to 540-MB SCSI-2 Disk Drive Select
  2550     1-GB SCSI Disk Drive
  2553     160-MB to 1-GB SCSI Disk Drive Select
  2556     400-MB to 1-GB SCSI-2 Disk Drive Select
  2558     160-MB to 1-GB SCSI-2 Disk Drive Select
  2560     400-MB SCSI Disk Drive
  2563     160-MB to 400-MB SCSI Disk Drive Select
  2581     160-MB to 2-GB SCSI-2 Disk Drive Select
  2582     400-MB to 2-GB SCSI-2 Disk Drive Select
  2720     Fiber Distributed Data Interface Single-Ring Adapter
  2722     Fiber Distributed Data Interface Dual-Ring Upgrade Kit
  2777     POWER Gt3
  2790     POWER Gt4x 8-bit Feature
  2791     POWER Gt4x 24-bit Feature
  2792     POWER Gt4 8-bit to 24-bit Upgrade
  2794     POWER Gt4 Performance Upgrade
  2795     POWER Gt4 8-bit Feature
  2796     POWER Gt4 24-bit Feature
  2801     5086 Attachment Adapter
  2802     5085 Attachment Adapter
  2914     SCSI-2 Passthrough Terminator Cable (50-Pin)
  2915     SCSI Controller Passthrough Terminator Cable (60-Pin)
  3600     POWERdisplay 16
  3601     POWERdisplay 19
  4063     8-MB HD3 Memory Card
  4066     16-MB HD3 Memory Card
  4068     16-MB to 32-MB HD3 Memory Select
  4074     16-MB to 64-MB HD3 Memory Select
  4091     16-MB to 128-MB Memory Select
  4099     16-MB to 256-MB Memory Select
  6210     High-Performance Disk Drive Subsystem Adapter (40 MB/Sec)
  6211     High-Performance Disk Drive Subsystem Adapter (80 MB/Sec)
  6306     IBM Speech Accelerator 1
(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 6, 1995)
  6307     IBM Speech Accelerator 2
(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 6, 1995)
  6400     64-Port Asynchronous Controller
  9234     16-MB HD3 Memory Specify
  9244     400-MB SCSI Disk Drive Specify
 

Note: The displaced chassis and all associated parts removed become the property of IBM. All other previously announced features, if installed on the Model 340, 34H, 350, 360 or 370 can be included in the upgrade to the Model 380/390. However, after the upgrade, only those features announced as orderable on the 380/390 will be available with the exception of features 6401, 6402, 9115, 9116, 9117 and 9118 which can be ordered provided that feature 6400 is already installed on the previous 300 series model.

Prerequisites/Limitations:

Hardware Prerequisites:

In order to achieve the improved performance of the SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Disk Drives these should not be mixed with SCSI-2 drives.

Software Prerequisites:

AIX Version 3.2.5 for RS/6000 with additional PTFs. These PTFs are included on all 3.2.5 orders shipped after 6/10/94 (labeled AIX/6000 Version 3.2.5.1). Refer to memo to users on installing these PTFs or call the IBM support center and request the PTFs referenced in APAR number IX42623. This level of AIX/6000 be installed and operational PRIOR to beginning the upgrade.

Terms and Conditions:

Warranty Period: The warranty for the original machine (Model 340, 34H, 350, 360, 370) controls the warranty period of the converted machine (Model 380/390) so that any time remaining from the original one year warranty on the model 300 is applied to the Model 380/390 conversion. Replacement parts assume the remaining warranty of the parts they replaced. Additional new parts, if any, have a one-year warranty.

All 380 to 390 (MES) model conversions will be a processor upgrade.

The model conversion MESs contain some or all of the following items and are ordered through the configurator:

Note: Parts removed become the property of IBM.

Limitations: The RS/6000 Model 380/390 uses a new integrated SCSI-2 Fast/Wide interface. All other external interfaces are the same as on the Models 340, 34H, 350, 360, 370.

"Target mode" is not supported by the integrated SCSI-2 Fast/Wide interface. The SCSI-2 integrated Fast/Wide interface DOES NOT support the following devices:

Cables used for attaching existing SCSI devices are NOT compatible with the new SCSI-2 integrated interface. The following cable(s) are required with the integrated SCSI-2 fast/wide interface: 

 

 FEATURE    DESCRIPTION
 -------   ------------------------------------------------------------
 2439      8-bit IBM SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Adapter/A to Single-Ported Device
 2437      8-bit IBM SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Adapter/A to Dual-Ported Device
 2435      16-bit IBM SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Adapter/A to Dual-Ported Device
 

National Language Support

The IBM RS/6000 7012 Models support US English and the following National Languages:


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Technical Description
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TOC Link Hardware Requirements TOC Link Software Requirements


Physical Specifications

Operating Environment

Environmental Impact Assessment Number 617P-3.

The RS/6000 Model 380/390 were developed in compliance with corporate policy letter number 139 (Environmental Affairs).

Compliance with Corporate Standard C-S 3-0527-002 (1991-06) Control of Chemicals in IBM Facilities, Requirements and Responsibilities.

Product Safety/Country Testing/Certification:

Telecom Environmental Testing (Safety and EMC):

IBM RS/6000 models and applicable features meet the environmental testing requirements of the country Telecom. The testing and approval process is ongoing. 

                      Environmental  Test
    Country           Safety         EMC
    ----------------  -------------  -------
    Canada            CSA
    Chile             Telecom
    Finland           EIF
    France            LCIE           LCIE
    Hong Kong         Telecom
    Ireland           Telecom
    Italy             Telecom
    Japan             Telecom
    Korea             Telecom
    Malaysia          SIRIM
    Mexico            Telecom
    Netherlands       Telecom
    New Zealand       Telecom        Telecom
    Spain             Ministry of
                      Industry
    Switzerland       SEV
    U.K.              BABT
 

ISO 9000 Certification, IBM Locations:

Austin, Texas
Santa Palomba, Italy
Havant, England

Limitations

The RS/6000 Model 380/390 uses a new SCSI-2 integrated fast/wide interface. All other external interfaces are the same as on the Models 340, 34H, 350, 360, and 370.

Cables used for attaching existing SCSI devices are NOT compatible with the new SCSI-2 integrated interface. The following cable(s) are required with the integrated SCSI-2 fast/wide interface: 

 Feature    Description
 -------    -------------------------------------------------------------
 2439        8-bit IBM SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Adapter/A to Single-Ported Device
 2437        8-bit IBM SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Adapter/A to Dual-Ported Device
 2435       16-bit IBM SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Adapter/A to Dual-Ported Device
 

Limits for Disk Storage Adapters and Subsystems Models 380/390 

ASSUMPTIONS:
 

    9334-SE:  1x2 GB + 3x2.41 GB = 9.23 GB
    9334-DIFF(1st):  4x2 GB = 8 GB
    9334-DIFF(2nd):  3x2 GB = 6 GB
       (CALCULATE AS 7GB / 9334)
    RAID7135:  30x2 GB > 48 GB (ASSUME PROTECTED MODE)
    9333:  4x2 GB = 8 GB
 

DESCRIPTION:                    LIMIT VALUES:
 
 INTEG SCSI - INT DISK             2 - SCSI-2 DIFF CONTROLLERS
 INTEG ETHERNET                    2 - SERIAL CONTROLLERS
 4 I/O SLOTS                       4 - SCSI-2 SE CONTROLLERS
                                   4 - SCSI-2 SE + SCSI-2 DIFF
                                   4 - RAID7135 SUBSYSTEMS
 
 
      CALCULATED STORAGE LIMITS:
 
        MAX W/O RAID        73 GB*
        MAX W/RAID         237 GB*
      -------------------    --------------------
      CONFIGURATIONS:
        #     CONTROLLERS    INTERNAL RAID7135    9333 9334 DRAWERS
      -------------------    -------------------    --------------------
      BASE + SCSI                           TOTAL CONFIG >> 50.46 GB
        2     SCSI-2 SE         INTERNAL @  4 GB    2 -9334 @  9.23 GB
        2     SCSI-2 DIFF    0 -RAID7135 @ 48 GB    4 -9334 @  7.00 GB
        0     SERIAL                                0 -9333 @  8.00 GB
 

      BASE + SCSI-SE                        TOTAL CONFIG >> 40.92 GB
        4     SCSI-2 SE         INTERNAL @  4 GB    4 -9334 @  9.23 GB
        0     SCSI-2 DIFF    0 -RAID7135 @ 48 GB    0 -9334 @  7.00 GB
        0     SERIAL                                0 -9333 @  8.00 GB
 

      BASE + SCSI-DIFF                      TOTAL CONFIG >> 32.00 GB
        0     SCSI-2 SE         INTERNAL @  4 GB    0 -9334 @  9.23 GB
        2     SCSI-2 DIFF    0 -RAID7135 @ 48 GB    4 -9334 @  7.00 GB
        0     SERIAL                                0 -9333 @  8.00 GB
 

      BASE + SERIAL                         TOTAL CONFIG >> 68.00 GB
        0     SCSI-2 SE         INTERNAL @  4 GB    0 -9334 @  9.23 GB
        0     SCSI-2 DIFF    0 -RAID7135 @ 48 GB    0 -9334 @  7.00 GB
        2     SERIAL                                8 -9333 @  8.00 GB
 

      BASE + SCSI + SERIAL                  TOTAL CONFIG >> 73.23 GB*
        1     SCSI-2 SE         INTERNAL @  4 GB    1 -9334 @  9.23 GB
        2     SCSI-2 DIFF    0 -RAID7135 @ 48 GB    4 -9334 @  7.00 GB
        1     SERIAL                                4 -9333 @  8.00 GB
 

      BASE + RAID                           TOTAL CONFIG >> 196.00 GB
        0     SCSI-2 SE         INTERNAL @  4 GB    0 -9334 @  9.23 GB
        2     SCSI-2 DIFF    4 -RAID7135 @ 48 GB    0 -9334 @  7.00 GB
        0     SERIAL                                0 -9333 @  8.00 GB
 

      BASE + RAID + SCSI                    TOTAL CONFIG >>  214.46 GB
        2     SCSI-2 SE         INTERNAL @  4 GB    2 -9334 @  9.23 GB
        2     SCSI-2 DIFF    4 -RAID7135 @ 48 GB    0 -9334 @  7.00 GB
        0     SERIAL                                0 -9333 @  8.00 GB
 

      BASE + RAID + SERIAL                  TOTAL CONFIG >> 237.23 GB*
        1     SCSI-2 SE         INTERNAL @  4 GB    1 -9334 @  9.23 GB
        2     SCSI-2 DIFF    4 -RAID7135 @ 48 GB    0 -9334 @  7.00 GB
        1     SERIAL                                4 -9333 @  8.00 GB
 

Hardware Requirements

Software Requirements

AIX Version 3.2.5 for RS/6000 with additional PTFs. These PTFs are included on all 3.2.5 orders shipped after 6/3/94 (labeled AIX/6000 Version 3.2.5.1). Refer to memo to users on installing these PTFs or call the IBM support center and request the PTFs referenced in APAR number IX42623.
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Publications

The following publications are shipped with the product. Additional copies are available. Additional copies are available for a fee. 

          Title                               Order Number
---------------------------------             ------------
7012
  Operator Guide                               SA23-2623
7012
  Installation and Service Guide               SA23-2624
7012 Models 380, 390 Hardware
  Setup Guide                                  SA23-2731
Documentation Overview                         SC23-2456
System Unit Safety Information                 SA23-2652
 

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Features -- Specify/Special/Exchange
TOC Link No Charge Specify Codes TOC Link Special Feature Codes -- Chargeable TOC Link Feature Exchanges


No Charge Specify Codes

(#0986) CCS Custom Services Specify

This feature designates that the machine requires Custom Services prior to shipment from the plant.

(#9800) Standard Power Cord

(#9986) Chicago Power Cord

(No Longer Available as of October 29, 2010)

Language Group

Ordering Country                    Default Option
                                    Feature Code
 
C/C   Country              Group         Code
----  -------------------  -----         ----
DOM   United States         DOM          9800
Note:  Chicago, #9986
       PDU (for #6532)   #9892
 

IBM RS/6000 7012 Supported Keyboards:

(No Longer Available as of February 6, 1998) 

Keyboard Type       Country                   Feature Code
------------------  ------------------------  ------------
101                 United States of America      6010
102                 United Kingdom (English)      6023
                    France                        6015
                    Italy                         6017
                    Germany                       6016
                    Sweden/Finland                6014
                    Portugal                      6020
                    Denmark                       6013
                    Norway                        6019
                    Spain                         6021
                    Switzerland (French/German)   6022
                    Belgium (Dutch/French)        6011
                    Canadian French               6012
                    Iceland (Icelandic)           6024
                    Turkey                        6025
                    Greece                        6026
                    Dutch                         6034
                    Turkish                       6035
104                 Brazil (Portuguese)           6018
106                 Japan (Kanji)                 6030
106                 Korean                        6031
106                 Chinese Traditional-Taiwan    6033
 

IBM RS/6000 7012 Language Groups: 

Language Group                    Feature Code
--------------------------------  ------------
US English                           9300
Dutch                                9700
French                               9703
German                               9704
Norwegian                            9706
Spanish                              9708
Italian                              9711
Canadian French                      9712
French Belgian                       9713
Japanese                             9714
 

Special Feature Codes -- Chargeable

Special Features - Initial Orders

Special Features - Plant and/or Field Installable

Feature Descriptions

The following is a list of all feature codes in numeric order for the IBM RS/6000 7013 machine type.

Attributes, as defined in the following feature descriptions, state the interaction of requirements among features.

Minimums and maximums are the absolute limits for a single feature without regard to interaction with other features. The maximum valid quantity for MES orders may be different than for initial orders. The maximums listed below refer to the largest quantity of these two possibilities.

The order type defines if a feature is orderable only on initial orders, only on MES orders, on both initial and MES orders, or if a feature is supported on a model due to a model conversion. Supported features cannot be ordered on the converted model, only left on or removed from the converted model.

(#2756) ESCON Control Unit Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

This adapter provides the ability to attach the RS/6000 systems to the IBM Enterprise Systems Connection (ESCON) channels of the System/390 mainframe. The ESCON Control Unit adapter attaches directly to an ESCON channel providing fiber optical links using LED technology, and also attaches to ESCON Directors (fiber optic switches) to allow for large numbers of connections. Host operating systems supported includes VM/ESA, MVS/ESA, and AIX/ESA.

This adapter requires two slots, and a maximum of two adapters are supported per system.

Characteristics:

The following are not supported: 

Attributes provided: 1 ESCON channel
Attributes required: 2 Micro Channel slot
 

(#2934) Asynchronous Terminal/Printer Cable EIA-232

The Asynchronous Printer/Terminal Cable is used for attaching printers, plotters, and terminals that support the EIA-232 standard to any asynchronous adapter. This cable is the equivalent of the combination of FC 2936 (modem cable) and FC 2937 (printer/terminal interposer) and replaces this method of printer/terminal attachment.

This cable is 3m (9.8 feet) long, uses DB25 connectors and is supported on all RS/6000 systems using any asynchronous ports. It is used in conjunction with: 

Attributes provided: EIA232 device attachment capability
Attributes required: Any RS/6000 Asynchronous port
 

For 7012-390:
  Minimum required:  0
  Maximum allowed:   No maximum
  AIX level required:
  Initial Order/MES/Both/Supported:  both
 

(#3124) Serial to Serial Port Cable for Drawer/Drawer

This cable is available to provide a null-modem connection between the serial ports of two CPU drawers that are mounted within the same rack. 

Attributes provided: None
Attributes required: None
 

For 7012-390:
  Minimum required:  0
  Maximum allowed:  1
  AIX level required:  AIX 4.1.3, AIX 3.2.5 with all PTFs installed
  Initial Order/MES/Both/Supported:  both
 

(#3125) Serial to Serial Port Cable for Rack/Rack

This cable is available to provide a null-modem connection between the serial ports of two CPU drawers that are mounted in separate racks. 

Attributes provided: None
Attributes required: None
 

For 7012-390:
  Minimum required:  0
  Maximum allowed:  1
  AIX level required:  AIX 4.1.3, AIX 3.2.5 with all PTFs installed
  Initial Order/MES/Both/Supported:  both
 

(#3041) 1.1-GB SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Disk Drive Select

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of October 25, 1996)

(Must order quantity of two.)

See feature 3032.

(#2412) Enhanced SCSI-2 Differential Fast/Wide Adapter/A

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of November 16, 1999)

The IBM Enhanced SCSI-2 Differential Fast/Wide Adapter/A is a dual- ported fast (10 MHz) and wide (2 bytes wide) SCSI Micro Channel Adapter that can provide synchronous SCSI bus data rates of up to 20 megabytes per second. The Enhanced SCSI-2 Differential Fast/Wide Adapter/A provides high performance attachment to Differential SCSI disks, disk subsystems, tape devices and read/write optical subsystems. The maximum data rate depends on system and application configurations. The IBM Enhanced SCSI-2 Differential Fast/Wide Adapter/A has one internal single- ended port and one external Differential port. The internal port is capable of attaching up to six single-ended devices; the external port is capable of addressing up to fifteen differential devices. The number of physical devices attached to each port is limited by SCSI bus cabling restrictions. The internal port of this adapter supports either 8-bit or 16-bit devices via an 8-bit or a 16-bit connector. Only one of these two connectors may be used at one time. (Devices of different bus attachment widths cannot be connected/used at the same time.) The external Differential SCSI bus is capable of supporting cable lengths of 25 meters (82 feet).

Additional system, subsystem and high availability connections are also available with the differential system-to-system and Y-cable features.

Characteristics: 

Attributes provided:  1 SCSI-2 external Differential 16-bit fast/wide
                      port AND 1 SCSI-2 internal SE fast/wide port
Attributes required:  1 Micro Channel slot
 

For 7012-390:
  Minimum required:  0
  Maximum allowed:  2
  AIX level required:  AIX 4.1.3, 3.2.5 with all PTFs installed
  Initial Order/MES/Both/Supported:  both
 

(#2616) Quad-Speed SCSI-2 CD-ROM Drive

The Quad Speed SCSI-2 CD-ROM Drive has a capacity of 600 MB. It provides a 4X data transfer rate and offers the convenience of tray loading. It can be operated in either the horizontal or vertical orientation. 

Attributes provided:  600 MB of quad speed SCSI-2 CD-ROM
Attributes required:  1 half-high media bay and
                      1 SCSI-2 8 bit address
 

For 7012-390:
  Minimum required:  0
  Maximum allowed:  2
  AIX level required:  AIX 4.1.3, 3.2.5 with all PTFs installed
  Initial Order/MES/Both/Supported:  both
 

(#2617) 8X Speed Tray Loading CD-ROM Select

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 8, 1998)

The 8X Speed Tray Loading CD-ROM is a 600MB SCSI-2 CD-ROM drive that provides 8X speed performance with the convenience of loading a CD without a caddy.

(#2618) 8X Speed Tray Loading CD-ROM

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 8, 1998)

The 8X Speed Tray Loading CD-ROM is a SCSI-2 SE 8-bit, multi-session capable, 5.25-inch half-high CD-ROM drive.

Characteristics:

(#2619) 20X (Max) SCSI-2 CD-ROM Drive

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 3, 2001)

The 20X (Max) SCSI-2 Internal CD-ROM Drive is a tray loading CD-ROM drive providing up to 3000KB/sec maximum media data transfer rate. It is a 5.25 inch half-high form factor, single ended, 8 bit, multi-session capable, CD-ROM drive which provides state of the art performance and supports existing 600MB CD-ROM discs.

Characteristics:

(#6154) 20/40GB 16-Bit 8mm Internal Tape Drive

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 6, 2002)

This feature consists of a 5.25-inch half-high, single-ended, 16-bit tape drive. This drive provides a high capacity tape drive for save/restore and archiving functions. This tape drive uses IBM 8mm data cartridges and is compression capable, providing a capacity of up to 40 GB -- a 400% increase over the previous 5/10 GB 8mm internal tape drive.

Characteristics:

(#3032) 1.1-GB SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Disk Drive

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of August 11, 1997)

The 1.1-GB SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Disk Drive is a high-performance 3.5-inch form-factor disk drive that attaches via an ANSI-SCSI-2 interface. This compact drive provides additional price performance and growth options for most of the RS/6000 family of systems.

Note: (1) Average seek times and maximum media data transfer rate are equal to or better than noted. 

Attributes provided: 1.1 GB of disk storage
Attributes required: 1 half-high disk bay and
                     1 SCSI-2 internal SE 16-bit address
 

(#1101) Nonlocking Switch

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

An optional nonlocking switch is available on the initial plant order in place of the standard keylock. The nonlocking, three position, MODE switch provides logic security without the need of a key.

(#2587) 2-GB to 2-GB SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Disk Drive Select

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of October 25, 1996)

This feature replaces the standard 2-GB SCSI-2 disk drive with the 2-GB SCSI-2 Fast/Wide disk drive on the initial plant order. It has the same characteristics as feature 2586. 

Attributes provided:  2.0-GB disk capacity
Attributes required:  1 half-high disk bay AND
                      1 SCSI-2 internal SE 16-bit address
 

For the 7012-390:
     Minimum required:  0
     Maximum allowed:  1
     AIX level required:  3.2 or 4.1
     Initial Order/MES/Both/Supported:  I
 

(#2631) 1.2-GB 1/4-inch Internal Tape Drive Select

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 10, 1997)

This feature may be ordered in place of the standard CD-ROM-2 on the initial plant order. Refer to feature #2630 for detailed feature description.

(#6145) 4.0-GB 4-mm Internal Tape Drive Select

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 30, 1998)

This feature may be ordered in place of the standard CD-ROM-2 on the initial plant order. Refer to feature #6142 for detailed feature description.

(#6141) 8-mm 5/10-GB Internal Tape Drive Select

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 30, 1998)

This feature may be ordered in place of the standard CD-ROM-2 on the initial plant order. Refer to feature #6147 for detailed feature description.

(#4071) 64-MB Memory Select Feature

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 30, 1998)

This select feature replaces the standard 32-MB memory with 64MB memory on the initial plant order.

(#4092) 128-MB Memory Select Feature

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 30, 1998)

This select feature replaces the standard 32-MB memory with 128MB memory on the initial plant order.

(#4096) 256-MB Memory Select Feature

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 30, 1998)

This select feature replaces the standard 32-MB memory with 256MB memory on the initial plant order.

The following features may be ordered for plant or field installation.

Memory Options

(#4040) 0.5-MB L2 Cache Memory

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 8, 1998)

Provides a 512-KB L2 Cache memory card. Only one 4040 or 4041 can be installed on a Model 390.

(#4041) 1-MB L2 Cache Memory

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

Provides a 1-MB L2 Cache memory card. Only one 4040 or 4041 can be installed on a Model 390.

(#4067) 32-MB Memory Card

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 30, 1998)

Provides additional memory in 32-MB increments. Each addition of this feature requires one memory card slot on the system board.

(#4069) 64-MB Memory Card

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 31, 1999)

Provides additional memory in 64-MB increments. Each addition of this feature requires one memory card slot on the system board.

(#4090) 128-MB Memory Card

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

Provides additional memory in 128-MB increments. Each addition of this feature requires one memory card slot on the system board.

(#4095) 256-MB Memory Card

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

Provides additional memory in 256-MB increments. Each addition of this feature requires one memory card slot on the system board.

Memory SIMM Kits

These features are for field installation (MES) only and are not available for plant installation.

Parts removed become the property of IBM and must be returned to IBM except in EMEA.

AIX/6000 Version 3.2.5 or later is required for the installation of 128-MB memory.

(#5032) 32-MB Memory SIMM Kit

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 8, 1998)

This provides 32-MB memory on installed boards.

(#5064) 64-MB Memory SIMM Kit

This provides 64-MB memory on installed boards.

(#5128) 128-MB Memory SIMM Kit

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

This provides 128-MB memory on installed boards.

Disk Storage

(#2555) 1-GB SCSI-2 Disk Drive

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of May 12, 1997)

Provides 1 GB of SCSI-2 disk drive storage.

Characteristics: 

 Attributes provided:  1.0-GB disk capacity
Attributes required:  1 half-high disk bay AND
                       1 SCSI-2 internal SE 8-bit address
 

 For 7012-390:
   Minimum required:  0
   Maximum allowed:  3
   AIX level required:  3.2 or 4.1
   Initial Order/MES/Both/Supported:  B
 

(#2580) 2-GB SCSI-2 Disk Drive

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of May 12, 1997)

This feature provides an additional 2 GB of disk drive storage.

Characteristics: 

 Attributes provided:  2.0 GB disk capacity
Attributes required:  1 half-high disk bay AND
                       1 SCSI-2 internal SE 8-bit address
 

 For 7012-390:
   Minimum required:  0
   Maximum allowed:  3
   AIX level required:  3.2 or 4.1
   Initial Order/MES/Both/Supported:  B
 

(#2586) 2-GB SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Disk Drive

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of May 12, 1997)

This is a 2-GB SCSI-2 disk drive for attachment to the SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Adapter/A and cables which feature a 16-bit interface.

Characteristics: 

 Attributes provided:  2.0 GB disk capacity
Attributes required:  1 half-high disk bay AND
                       1 SCSI-2 internal SE 16-bit address
 

 For 7012-390:
   Minimum required:  0
   Maximum allowed:  3
   AIX level required:  3.2 or 4.1
   Initial Order/MES/Both/Supported:  B
 

(#2908) 9.1GB Ultra-SCSI 16-bit 1-inch (25mm) High Disk Drive

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of May 21, 2001)

The 9.1GB Ultra-SCSI 16-bit 1-inch (25mm) High Disk Drive offers high- performance that provides 9.1GB of storage capacity and supports the industry Ultra-SCSI interface speed of 40MBps.

Note: Requires Ultra-SCSI adapter (#6206) to operate at 40 MBps.

Characteristics:

Note: These APARs can be obtained through FixDist or from the IBM Support Center. For information on Fix Dist, refer to the following URL on the World Wide Web: 

http://aix.boulder.ibm.com/aix.us/fixes
 

(#3010) 9.1GB SCSI-2 F/W Disk Drive

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of July 24, 1998)

The 9.1GB SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Disk Drive is a high-performance 3.5-inch form-factor disk drive that attaches via an ANSI/SCSI-2 interface. This compact drive provides additional price performance and growth options for most of the RS/6000 family of systems.

Limitation These disks are supported by AIX Version 4.1.3 or later, and AIX Version 4.2 or later.

These APARs can be obtained through FixDist or from the IBM Support Center. For information on FixDist, refer to the following URL on the World Wide Web:

http://aix.boulder.ibm.com/aix.us/fixes

Media Devices

(#2603) Internal CD-ROM-2

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of May 20, 1996)

The Internal CD-ROM-2 is an 5.25-inch half-high internal, compact read-only optical disc drive that attaches via SCSI bus. The CD-ROM-2 delivers a sustained data transfer rate of 300 KB/second.

The CD-ROM-2 utilizes a standard CD-ROM disc (in caddy) to support random access on-line files.

One Media Kit is included with the CD-ROM-2. The Media Kit contains one test disc and one disc caddy.

Characteristics:

(#2630) 1.2-GB Internal 1/4-Inch Cartridge Tape Drive

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of September 24, 1997)

This features consists of 5.25-inch, half-high, 1/4-inch streaming tape drive for providing data migration, program distribution, and save/restore functions. This feature provides up to 1.2 GB of data storage per cartridge, and supports up to 300 KBps (KB per second) sustained data transfer rate. A test data cartridge is included.

Characteristics:

(#6142) 4.0-GB 4-mm Internal Tape Drive

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of July 6, 1999)

The 4.0-GB 4-mm Internal Tape Drive features up to 8.0 GB (typical) of storage capacity with compression in a 5.25-inch half-high enclosure that attaches via the SCSI interface.

One Media Kit is included which consists of a data cartridge, diagnostic cartridge and a cleaning cartridge.

Characteristics:

(#6147) 5.0-GB 8-mm Internal Tape Drive

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of September 25, 1998)

Provides a high-capacity tape drive for save/restore and archiving functions. This tape drive is compression capable, effectively doubling capacity and data throughput. This tape drive uses the IBM 8-mm data cartridges. One media kit, which contains a test cartridge, a blank data cartridge, and a cleaning cartridge, is included.

Characteristics:

I/O Adapters

For detailed information on adapters and devices, reference the publication: "Hardware Technical Information Options and Devices" (SA23-2646).

(#2404, #2405) IBM Ultimedia Video I/O Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 8, 1998)

The Ultimedia Video I/O adapter for the RS/6000 provides a broad based solution for video enablement on the RS/6000. The Video I/O adapter is comprised of two cards: a base Micro Channel feature card which provides video in and video out (#2404) and a guest card which provides hardware assisted video data compression or decompression (#2405). Each card is separately orderable; however, it is required to have the base card installed as a prerequisite to the guest card. The Video I/O adapter requires only one Micro Channel slot of space with either the base card or the base and guest card installed.

The Ultimedia Video I/O adapter provides support for numerous multimedia applications requiring video. Support is provided for these application requirements: still or full-motion video, NTSC, PAL or S-video standards and YUV or RGB color spaces. A variety of image sizes are supported in the video capture mode and one busmaster DMA channel is offered to enhanced system thruput. A further benefit is the savings obtained through the use of the compression and decompression algorithm provided on the guest card which provides considerable assistance with regards to transporting video data internally in the system or across the network, as only the compressed data need be sent.. The compression algorithm supported in hardware is M-JPEG, a universal video compression/decompression format. The compression/ decompression hardware is fully programmable to allow the user to select the compression level desired.

The Ultimedia Video I/O adapter provides the required support for applications such as multimedia enabled training, authoring, desktop publishing, video collaboration (still or live), and video distribution.

Details of Supported Functions

Video Formats Supported

Base Card Functions (FC2404)

The Ultimedia Video I/O base Adapter directly supports several programmable functions and in addition provides the system level interface for the guest compression/decompression card. The functions provided on the base card include: analog to digital conversion with video capture support, digital to analog conversion with video out support, selectable color space conversion for video in, monitoring of incoming video images with a supported IBM graphics adapter and/or an external video monitor, scaling the size of the incoming video image, and DMA transfer of the digital image data to and from the card. 

8-BIT DITHERED MODE SELECTED ON GRAPHICS ADAPTER AND VIDEO I/O
 

     NTSC SOURCE                   PAL SOURCE
 

           640 X 480     FULL SIZE      768 X 576
           320 X 240     CIF SIZE       384 X 288
           160 X 120     QCIF SIZE      192 X 144
 

24-BIT RGB MODE SELECTED ON GRAPHICS ADAPTER AND VIDEO I/O
 

     NTSC SOURCE                   PAL SOURCE
 
           320 X 240     CIF SIZE       384 X 288
           160 X 120     QSIF SIZE      192 X 144
 

Table #1 Video Monitoring with a supported graphics adapter
 

Compression/Decompression Guest Card (FC2405)

The compression/decompression of video is supported with the M-JPEG algorithm in either the compression or decompression mode. This card supports full-motion video capture and video out utilizing the enablements provided by the base video card mentioned previously. Video monitoring concurrent with M-JPEG compression is supported.

When compression is required, the quality or compression information is provided by the user through a software interface whereas the decompression file sent to the adapter contains the necessary information for software to automatically interpret the necessary command and control information for the user.

Video out images may be accepted as either full-size NTSC or PAL or CIF size NTSC or PAL from the system. Scaling of the CIF size images to full-size NTSC, PAL or S-video images for video out is featured through support on the base card.

The Video I/O adapter supports M-JPEG compression and capture of video in to CIF or full-size frames with concurrent monitoring of the video. The video may be viewed in an X-window in 8-bit dithered or 24-bit RGB on a supported graphics adapter at CIF size (320 x 240 NTSC. 384 x 288 PAL).

External Connections

Four external connectors are provided for video:

System Interface

The Video I/O adapter card functions as a 32-bit Micro Channel bus master accepting streaming data and address in 32-bit widths. Parity checking is enabled on both address and data lines. Programmable Option Select (POS) is provided for software initialization.

Cabling

No cabling is supplied with the Video I/O adapter.

Programming Interface

Ultimedia Services for AIX 1.2 or later supplies the necessary device driver API and support GUI interfaces.

Hardware Requirements

IBM Ultimedia Video I/O Adapter

POWER GXT155L

One 601 slot is required for the GXT155L Graphics Adapter.

IBM Ultimedia Audio Adapter

One-half length Micro Channel slot is required for the IBM Ultimedia Audio Adapter.

Programming Requirements

IBM Ultimedia Video I/O Adapter

or

IBM Ultimedia Audio Adapter Select

or

POWER GXT155L

Physical Interface Specifications

(#2707) Eicon ISDN DIVA MCA Adapter for PowerPC Systems

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

This adapter provides RS/6000 systems with connectivity to worldwide ISDN networks. The adapter comes from Eicon Technology, an industry leader in ISDN technology, as a fully supported IBM feature.

Note: Limit 1 adapter per system

Note: AIX drivers are shipped on diskette with the hardware feature. Systems ordered with AIX preinstalled will have the device drivers installed on the hard disk drive.

Features:

Connection requirements:

(#2835) SCSI High-Performance External I/O Controller

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of July 6, 1999)

Provides high-performance attachment of single-ended SCSI disk drives, CD-ROM and tape devices. This feature and the appropriate cables provides for the attachment of up to seven SCSI devices external to the system unit (6 meters, 19.6 feet maximum). Up to four Controllers (#2835) are supported.

Characteristics:

(#2410) SCSI-2 High-Performance External I/O Controller

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 10, 1997)

Provides high-performance attachment of external single-ended SCSI and SCSI-2 devices. The SCSI-2 Controller allows up to 10 MB per second data rate for SCSI-2 devices and supports Command Tagged Queuing. This feature provides for the attachment of one IBM 9334 Expansion Unit or up to four external IBM supported SCSI devices with IBM supported cables. Maximum SCSI bus length of 3.75 meters (12.3 feet) with IBM supported cables (#2836 and #3130) or 3.0 meters (9.8 feet) with non-IBM supported cables. Maximum cable length for the attachment of the IBM 9334 Expansion Unit is approximately 6 meters (19.6 feet) with the IBM supported cables. Up to four Controllers (#2410) are supported.

Characteristics:

(#2415) IBM SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Adapter/A

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of November 16, 1999)

The IBM SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Adapter/A is a dual-ported fast (10 MHz) and wide (2 bytes wide) SCSI-2 Micro Channel Adapter that can provide synchronous SCSI bus data rates of up to 20 megabytes per second. It provides high-performance attachment to single-ended (SE) SCSI disks, CD-ROMs, tape devices, read/write (R/W) optical devices, and storage subsystems. The maximum data rate is dependent on the maximum data rate of the devices.

The IBM SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Adapter/A has one internal SE port and one external SE port. Each SE port is capable of addressing up to seven SE SCSI devices. The number of physical devices attached to each port is limited by SCSI bus cabling restrictions. The internal port of this adapter supports either 8-bit or 16-bit devices via a 8-bit or 16-bit connector. Only one of these two connectors may be used at one time. (Devices of different bus attachment widths cannot be connected/used at the same time.) External cabling may be up to 6 meters (19.6 feet) when attached to the 9334-010 or 9334-500, 3 meters when attached to anything else and is supplied by the attaching device.

Characteristics:

(#2416) IBM SCSI-2 Differential Fast/Wide Adapter/A

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 30, 1998)

The IBM SCSI-2 Differential Fast/Wide Adapter/A is a dual-ported fast (10 MHz) and wide (2 bytes wide) SCSI Micro Channel Adapter that can provide synchronous SCSI bus data rates of up to 20 megabytes per second. The SCSI-2 Differential Fast/Wide Adapter/A provides high performance attachment to Differential SCSI disks, disk subsystems, tape devices, and read/write optical subsystems. The maximum data rate is dependent on the maximum data rate of the device. The IBM SCSI-2 Differential Fast/Wide Adapter/A has one internal single-ended port and one external Differential port. The internal port is capable of addressing up to seven single-ended devices, the external port is capable of addressing up to seven differential devices. The number of physical devices attached to each port is limited by SCSI bus cabling restrictions. The internal port of this adapter supports either 8-bit or 16-bit devices via a 8-bit or 16-bit connector. Only one of these two connectors may be used at one time. (Devices of different bus attachment widths cannot be connected/used at the same time.) The external Differential SCSI bus is capable of supporting cable lengths of 25 meters (82 feet).

Additional system, subsystem, and high-availability connections are also now available with the differential system-to-system and Y-cable features.

Characteristics: 

 Attributes provided:
          If AIX 4.1 installed -
             15 SCSI-2 external Differential 16-bit addresses AND
             1 internal fast/wide port
          If AIX 4.1 not installed -
             7 SCSI-2 external Differential 16-bit addresses AND
             1 internal fast/wide port
 Attributes required:  1 Micro Channel slot
 

 For 7012-390:
   Minimum required:  0
   Maximum allowed:  4
   AIX level required:  3.2 or 4.1
   Initial Order/MES/Both/Supported:  B
 

(#2420) SCSI-2 Differential High-Performance External I/O Controller

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 10, 1997)

The SCSI-2 Differential High-Performance External I/O Controller provides attachment of external SCSI-2 differential devices and is the recommended SCSI controller for increased availability configurations. The SCSI-2 differential controller improves SCSI bus signal quality over the current SCSI controllers FC #2410 and #2835, thus permitting a maximum SCSI bus length of up to 19 meters (62.3 feet). Up to two Controllers (#2420) are supported.

The SCSI-2 Differential Controller supports up to a 10 MB per second data rate for SCSI-2 differential devices and supports Command Tagged Queuing.

Cabling is ordered with the IBM 9334, the IBM 7135 and by also ordering the SCSI-2 Differential Y-Cable (#2422) and SCSI-2 Differential System to System Cable (#2423).

Characteristics: 

 Attributes provided:  7 total SCSI-2 internal SE 8-bit OR
                       SCSI-2 external differential 8-bit addresses
                         in any combination
 Attributes required:  1 Micro Channel slot
 

 For 7012-390:
   Minimum required:  0
   Maximum allowed:  4
   AIX level required:  3.2 or 4.1
   Initial Order/MES/Both/Supported:  B
 

(#2426) 16-bit Y-Cable for IBM SCSI-2 Differential Fast/Wide Adapter/A

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 3, 2001)

This Y-Cable provides attachment and termination of an IBM 16-bit SCSI-2 Differential device/subsystem to two separate RS/6000 systems which each have a SCSI-2 Differential Fast/Wide Adapter/A (#2416) installed. This is particularly desirable in increased availability environments. Each system requires a Y-cable. The Y-cable is attached to the cabling that comes with the 16-bit SCSI-2 Differential device/subsystem. A SCSI-2 Differential Terminator is included. The Y-cable is .940 meters (37 inches) in length.

(#2427) 8-bit Y-Cable for IBM SCSI-2 Differential Fast/Wide Adapter/A

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 30, 1998)

This Y-Cable provides attachment and termination of an IBM 8-bit SCSI-2 differential device/subsystem to two separate RS/6000 systems which each have a SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Differential Adapter/A (#2416) installed. This is particularly desirable in increased availability environments. Each system requires a Y-cable. The Y-cable is attached to the cabling that comes with the 8-bit SCSI-2 Differential device/subsystem. A SCSI-2 Differential Terminator is included. The Y-cable is .765 meters (30 inches) in length.

(#2964) IBM 10/100 Mbps Ethernet MC Adapter / UNI

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 8, 1998)

This adapter provides connectivity to 10/100BaseTX Ethernet LANs for RS/6000 uniprocessor systems that support the MCA bus. This adapter provides 10Mb/sec or 100Mb/sec connectivity to 10 or 100BaseTX Ethernet LANs, including the ability to automatically sense the speed provided at the hub port. The adapter is fully 802.3u Fast Ethernet standard- compatible. The product allows RS/6000 customers to migrate effortlessly from 10Mb/sec LANs to 100Mb/sec LANs using this same adapter.

Note: AIX Version 4.1.5 device driver is shipped on diskette. Systems ordered with AIX Version 4.1.5 preinstalled will have the device driver installed on the hard disk drive.

Note: AIX Version 4.2.1 device driver is included on the Base Operating System.

Features:

Connection requirements:

(#2992) Ethernet/FDX 10 Mbps TP/AUI MC Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

The Ethernet/FDX 10 Mbps TP/AUI MC Adapter is designed to allow the RS/6000 to attach the system to 10Mbps Ethernet networks. Its parallel processing design reduces adapter latency and increases data throughput. It is Ethernet Version 2 and IEEE 802.3 compatible. The adapter has 2 ports (only one active): 10BaseT (Twisted Pair) and 10Base5 (AUI).

Characteristics:

(#2993) Ethernet 10 Mbps BNC MC Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

The Ethernet 10Mbps BNC MC Adapter is designed to allow the RS/6000 to attach the system to 10Mbps Ethernet networks. Its parallel processing design reduces adapter latency and increases data throughput. It is Ethernet Version 2 and IEEE 802.3 compatible. The adapter has 1 port: 10Base2 (Coaxial).

Characteristics:

(#2994) IBM 10/100 Mbps Ethernet MC Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of October 17, 2001)

This adapter provides connectivity to 10/100BaseTX Ethernet LANs for select RS/6000 systems that support the MCA bus. This adapter provides 10Mb/sec or 100Mb/sec connectivity to 10BaseT or 100BaseTX Ethernet LANs, including the ability to automatically sense the speed provided at the hub port. The adapter is fully 802.3u Fast Ethernet standard-compatible. The product allows RS/6000 customers to migrate effortlessly from 10Mb/sec LANs to 100Mb/sec LANs using this same adapter.

Note: AIX Version 4.1.5 device driver is shipped on diskette. Systems ordered with AIX Version 4.1.5 preinstalled will have the device driver installed on the hard disk drive.

Note: AIX v 4.2.1 and 4.3 device driver is included on the Base Operating System.

Note: When using up to four 10/100Mbps Ethernet MC Adapters on a system with dual Micro Channel busses, it is recommended the adapters be distributed two per Micro Channel bus.

Features:

Connection requirements:

(#6212) High-Performance Subsystem Adapter (40/80 MB/sec)

The High-Performance Subsystem Adapter (40/80 MB/sec) allows attachment of four (per adapter) IBM 9333 High-Performance Disk Drive Subsystems to a RS/6000. Up to one adapter (#6212) is supported.

The High-Performance Subsystem Adapter (40/80) supports mixed configurations of new and current models of the IBM 9333 High-Performance Disk Drive Subsystem.

This adapter has been designed to minimize data and command processing times. Up to four subsystems may be attached to each system adapter without degrading the subsystem performance.

(#6214) SSA 4-Port Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of July 18, 1997)

Feature Code 6214 provides Serial Storage Architecture (SSA) connections that can be configured to provide two SSA loops. Each loop will support the attachment of up to 48 devices (96 devices per adapter) for a total disk drive capacity of 432 GB, using 4.5 GB disk drives.

The SSA 4-Port Adapter supports mixing of 7133 SSA disk subsystems and 7131 Multi-Storage Towers model 405 on the same loop with AIX Version 4.1.4 software. This adapter (FC 6214) also supports multiple 7131 Multi-Storage Towers model 405 up to a maximum of 48 disks per loop with AIX Version 4.1.4 software.

Note: The 7131 model 405 is not supported on any model of RS/6000 type 7015.

Characteristics:

Note: Actual performance levels are dependent on system and application configurations.

Limitation: The SSA 4-Port Adapter only supports boot capability with AIX 4.1.4 on certain RS/6000 systems (models 591 and R21). For all other systems, the SSA 4-Port Adapter (FC 6214) does not provide AIX boot support for an attached SSA disk(s) and as a result, rootvg information cannot be stored on an SSA disk for proper operation. 

 

Attributes provided:  2 SSA loops
Attributes required:  1 Micro Channel Slot
 

For 7012-390:
 Minimum required: 0
  Maximum allowed: 2
  AIX level required: AIX 3.2.5
  Initial Order/MES/Both/Supported: Supported
 

(#6216) Enhanced Serial Storage Architecture (SSA) 4-Port Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of October 6, 1999)

Feature Code 6216 provides Serial Storage Architecture (SSA) connections that can be configured to provide two SSA loops. Each loop will support the attachment of up to 8 initiators and up to 48 devices (96 devices per adapter) for a total disk drive capacity of 432GB, using 4.5GB disk drives.

Characteristics:

Note: Actual performance levels are dependent on system and application configurations.

(#6217) IBM SSA 4-Port RAID Adapter

The IBM SSA 4-Port RAID Adapter (#6217) is a high-performance RAID 5 Array adapter. The SSA 4-Port RAID adapter offers RAID 5 function (which provides protection to the customer's data in the unlikely event of a disk drive failure) as well as non-RAID SSA (JBOD) attachment to both the 7133 and 7131 SSA disk drive subsystems.

(#6219) Micro Channel SSA Multi-Initiator/RAID EL Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of October 17, 2001)

The Micro Channel SSA Multi-Initiator/RAID EL Adapter, FC #6219, can be configured as either a two initiator non-RAID, or one initiator RAID adapter. After July 31, 1998, new microcode will allow FC #6219 to be configured as either a eight initiator non-RAID, or two initiator RAID adapter. It also has been enabled to support an optional 4 MByte Fast-Write Cache card that improves write performance in both RAID 5 or Non-RAID (one initiator configurations) operations. The Micro Channel SSA Multi-Initiator/RAID EL Adapter, FC #6219, has four ports, two SSA loops, and a supported configuration of 48 SSA disk drives per loop or 96 SSA disk drives per FC #6219. The adapter supports target mode operations and HACMP.

The Micro Channel SSA Multi-Initiator/RAID EL Adapter, FC #6219, when operated in a RAID 5 configuration will support (2+P) to (15+P) arrays and up to 6 (15+P) arrays. The adapter also supports Hot Spares in RAID 5 mode.

All models of the 7133 are supported as well as the 7131-405 and internal RS/6000 SSA disk drive configurations. The SSA Fiber-Optic Extender is also supported.

Note: After July 31, 1998, all current customers with a PCI or the Micro Channel SSA Multi-Initiator/RAID EL Adapter may obtain the enhancement upgrade microcode by downloading the code from the following Internet URL:

http://www.rs6000.ibm.com/support/micro/download.html

If downloading from the Web is not convenient or available, upgrade microcode on CD-ROM can be obtained after July 31, 1998 by ordering RPQ 8A1096.

When performing SSA device or subsystem planning, installation, upgrades, or preventive maintenance, refer to the following Web support pages. They provide access to the latest SSA publications and support code for the system, SSA adapters, and SSA subsystems.

These sites should also be considered during system hardware and/or operating system upgrades if SSA devices are included in the system.

http://www.hursley.ibm.com/ssa/

Contains links to SSA publications and other SSA Web sites, including the one below.

http://www.hursley.ibm.com/ssa/rs6k/

Contains lists of the latest SSA support code and provides code download capability for the RS/6000 and AIX environments.

(#6222) SSA Fast-Write Cache Option Card

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of October 17, 2001)

The SSA Fast-Write Cache Option Card, FC #6222, is a 4 MByte fast- write optional feature that will plug into either SSA Multi-Initiator/RAID EL Adapter (FC #6215 or FC #6219). It utilizes non- volatile RAM and has a data memory retention of over seven years. During the unlikely event of an SSA Multi-Initiator/RAID EL Adapter failure, a new SSA Multi-Initiator/RAID EL Adapter be installed and the SSA Fast-Write Cache Option Card (FC #6222) can be removed from the failing adapter and installed in the new SSA Multi-Initiator/RAID EL Adapter insuring data integrity.

The SSA Fast-Write Cache Option Card (#6222) can provide as much as as 10-times improvement of data throughput and response time during certain sequence write operations compared to SSA RAID adapters without the SSA Fast-Write Cache. The response time and data transfer improvement using the option card (#6222), will vary depending upon the data block sizes, the percentage of sequential writes, machine type/model and application parameters.

The SSA Fast-Write Cache Option Card (#6222) plugged into either SSA Multi-Initiator/RAID EL Adapter (#6215 or #6219) will operate in either Non-RAID or RAID 5 mode, in a one initiator configuration.

(#2604) 600-MB SCSI-2 Double-Speed Tray-loading CD-ROM Select

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of May 20, 1996)

The new Double-Speed Tray-Loading CD-ROM is a 600-MB SCSI-2 CD-ROM drive that provides double-speed performance with the convenience of loading a CD without a caddy.

Provides: 600 MB of SCSI-2 Tray-Loading CD-ROM Requires: 1 half-high 5.25-inch media bay and 1 SCSI-2 8-bit address Minimum required: 0 Maximum allowed: 2 AIX level required: 4.1 or 3.2.5 with PTFs Initial Order/MES/Both: Both

(#2614) 600-MB SCSI-2 Double-Speed Tray-Loading CD-ROM Select

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of May 20, 1996)

The new Double-Speed Tray-Loading CD-ROM is a 600-MB SCSI-2 CD-ROM drive that provides double-speed performance with the convenience of loading a CD without a caddy.

Provides: 600 MB of SCSI-2 Tray-Loading CD-ROM Requires: 1 half-high 5.25-inch media bay and 1 SCSI-2 8-bit address Minimum required: 0 Maximum allowed: 1 AIX level required: 4.1 or 3.2.5 with PTFs Initial Order/MES/Both: Initial

(#3033) 2.2-GB SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Disk Drive

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of September 25, 1998)

The 2.2-GB SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Disk Drive is a high-performance 3.5-inch form-factor disk drive which attach via an ANSI-SCSI-2 interface. This compact drive provides additional price performance and growth options for most of the RS/6000 family of systems.

Note: (1) Average seek times and maximum media data transfer rate are equal to or better than noted. 

Attributes provided: 2.2 GB of disk storage
Attributes required: 1 half-high disk bay and
                     1 SCSI-2 internal SE 16-bit address
 

(#3034) 4.5-GB SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Disk Drive Select

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of September 25, 1998)

The 4.5-GB SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Disk Drive is a high-performance 3.5-inch form-factor disk drive which attach via an ANSI-SCSI-2 interface. This compact drive provides additional price performance and growth options for most of the RS/6000 family of systems.

Note: (1) Average seek times and maximum media data transfer rate are equal to or better than noted. 

Attributes provided: 4.5 GB of disk storage
Attributes required: 1 half-high disk bay and
                     1 SCSI-2 internal SE 16-bit address
 

(#3044) 2.2-GB SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Disk Drive

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 30, 1998)

The 2.2-GB SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Disk Drive is a high-performance 3.5-inch form-factor disk drive which attach via an ANSI-SCSI-2 interface. This compact drive provides additional price performance and growth options for most of the RS/6000 family of systems.

Note: (1) Average seek times and maximum media data transfer rate are equal to or better than noted. 

Attributes provided: 2.2 GB of disk storage
Attributes required: 1 half-high disk bay and
                     1 SCSI-2 internal SE 16-bit address
 

(#3048) 4.5-GB SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Disk Drive Select

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 30, 1998)

The 4.5-GB SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Disk Drive is a high-performance 3.5-inch form-factor disk drive which attach via an ANSI-SCSI-2 interface. This compact drive provides additional price performance and growth options for most of the RS/6000 family of systems.

Note: (1) Average seek times and maximum media data transfer rate are equal to or better than noted. 

Attributes provided: 4.5 GB of disk storage
Attributes required: 1 half-high disk bay and
                     1 SCSI-2 internal SE 16-bit address
 

(#6509) Media Bay Disk Drive Mounting Kit

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of June 25, 2004)

An additional internal disk drive may now be installed in the available media bay with the use of this disk mounting kit. Any valid 1 GB, 1.1 GB, 2 GB, 2.2 GB, or 4.5 GB Disk Drive can be installed. This feature is automatically selected by the configurator when the disk drive quantity is greater than two. 

 Attributes provided:  Disk storage
 Attributes required:  Half-high media bay
 

 For 7012-390:
  Minimum required:  0
  Maximum allowed:  1
  AIX level required:  3.2 or 4.1
  Initial Order/MES/Both/Supported:  B
 

Note: This is not available as an independently ordered feature.

Cables

(#2422) SCSI-2 Differential Y-Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 30, 1998)

The SCSI-2 Differential Y-Cable provides attachment and termination of an IBM 9334 SCSI Expansion Unit Model 501 to two separate RS/6000 7012 series systems. This is particularly desirable in high availability environments. Each system requires a Y-Cable. The Y-Cable is attached to the cabling that comes with the IBM 9334 Unit. One end of the 50-pin Y-Cable must be terminated with a SCSI-2 Differential Terminator which is included with the SCSI-2 Differential Y-Cable feature. The Y-Cable is .765 meters (30 inches) in length.

(#2423) SCSI-2 Differential System To System Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 30, 1998)

The SCSI-2 Differential System to System Cable provides for the connection between two or more RS/6000 processors that each have a SCSI-2 Differential High-Performance External I/O Controller (#2420) and a SCSI-2 Differential Y-Cable (#2422) installed. This cable can be used in conjunction with the target mode function of the adapter to enable system to system communication across the SCSI bus at up to 10 MB. This 50-pin cable is 2.5 meters (8.2 feet) in length.

(#2424) 0.6-m 16-bit SCSI-2 Differential System to System Cable

(No Longer Available as of December 10, 2004)

The 0.6-m 16-bit SCSI-2 Differential System to System Cable provides for the connection between two or more RS/6000 processors that each have a SCSI-2 Differential Fast/Wide Adapter/A (#2416) and a SCSI-2 Differential Fast/Wide Y-Cable (#2426) (16-bit). This 68-pin cable is 0.6 meters (22.7 inches) in length.

(#2425) 2.5-m 16-bit SCSI-2 Differential System to System Cable

(No Longer Available as of June 23, 2006)

This cable provides for the connection between two or more RS/6000 processors that each have a SCSI-2 Differential Fast/Wide Adapter/A (#2416) and a SCSI-2 Differential Fast/Wide Y-Cable (#2426) (16-bit) installed. This 68-pin cable is 2.5 meters (8.2 feet) in length.

(#2435) 16-bit IBM SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Adapter/A to Dual-Ported Device Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 3, 2001)

The 16-bit IBM SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Adapter/A to Dual-Ported Device Cable provides attachment from the IBM SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Adapter/A (#2414, #2415) to the first 16-bit single-ended dual-ported device on the SCSI bus. The cable is 1.5 meters (59 inches) in length.

(#2436) 16-bit IBM SCSI-2 Differential Fast/Wide Adapter/A to Dual-Ported Device Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 3, 2001)

The 16-bit IBM SCSI-2 Differential Fast/Wide Adapter/A to Dual-Ported Device Cable provides attachment from the IBM SCSI-2 Differential Fast/Wide Adapter/A (#2413, #2416) to the first 16-bit differential dual ported device on the SCSI bus. The cable is 1.5 meters (59 inches) in length.

(#2437) 8-bit IBM SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Adapter/A to Dual-Ported Device Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 3, 2001)

The 8-bit IBM SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Adapter/A to Dual-Ported Device Cable provides attachment from the IBM SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Adapter/A (#2414, #2415) to the first 8-bit single-ended dual-ported device on the SCSI bus. The cable is 1.5 meters (59 inches) in length.

(#2438) 8-bit IBM SCSI-2 Differential Fast/Wide Adapter/A to Dual-Ported Device Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 30, 1998)

The 8-bit IBM SCSI-2 Differential Fast/Wide Adapter/A to Dual-Ported Device Cable provides attachment from the IBM SCSI-2 Differential Fast/Wide Adapter/A (#2413, #2416) to the first 8-bit differential dual ported device on the SCSI bus. The cable is 1.5 meters (59 inches) in length.

(#2439) 8-bit IBM SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Adapter/A to Single-Ported Device Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 3, 2001)

The 8-bit IBM SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Adapter/A to single-Ported Device Cable provides attachment from the IBM SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Adapter/A (#2414, #2415) to the first 8-bit single-ended single-ported device on the SCSI bus. The cable is 1.5 meters (59 inches) in length.

(#2832) SCSI Controller Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of July 6, 1999)

Required from the SCSI I/O Controller (#2835) to the first external device. The cable is 1.5 meters (5 feet) in length. Includes terminator.

(#2836) SCSI-2 Controller Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 31, 1999)

Connects the 50-pin high-density SCSI-2 Controller (#2410) connector to the first external SCSI device. The cable is 1.57 meters (5.2 feet) in length and provides two 50-pin industry-standard connectors on the device end for attachment of SCSI devices having one or two industry standard SCSI Signal ports. Includes SE (single-ended) terminator.

(#3130) SCSI Device-to-Device Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

Required from device to device if more than one external device is attached. This cable is 0.66 meter (2.2 feet) in length.

Asynchronous Communications Adapters

(#2930) 8-Port Async Adapter - EIA-232

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

This adapter attaches up to eight EIA-232 asynchronous serial devices (terminals, modems, printers, etc.). Multiples (up to four) of this adapter can be installed. The adapter contains all of the electronics required to support eight asynchronous ports and utilizes one I/O card slot. The eight connectors for device attachment are provided in a Multiport Interface Cable (#2995). The 8-Port Async Adapter - EIA-232 is designed to comply with requirements for EIA-232 D and CCITT Recommendations V.24/V.28 Series 100 (Start-Stop).

Characteristics:

(#2940) 8-Port Async Adapter - EIA-422A

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

This adapter attaches up to eight EIA-422A asynchronous serial devices (terminals, printers, etc.). Multiples (up to four) of this adapter can be installed. The adapter contains all of the electronics required to support eight asynchronous ports and utilizes one I/O card slot. The eight connectors for device attachment are provided in a Multiport Interface Cable (#2995). The 8-Port Async Adapter - EIA-422A is designed to comply with requirements for EIA-422A.

Characteristics:

(#2950) 8-Port Async Adapter - MIL-STD 188

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of May 20, 1996)

This adapter attaches up to eight asynchronous serial devices (terminals, printers, etc.) which meet the requirements of the MIL-STD 188-114 for unbalanced voltage digital interface. Multiples (up to four) of this adapter can be installed. The adapter contains all of the electronics required to support eight asynchronous ports and utilizes one I/O card slot. The eight connectors for device attachment are provided in a Multiport Interface Cable (#2995). The 8-Port Async Adapter - MIL-STD 188 is designed to comply with requirements specified in the military standard MIL-STD 188-114 dated March 24, 1976 (unbalanced voltage digital interface).

Characteristics:

(#2955) 16-Port Async Adapter - EIA-232

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of July 24, 1998)

This adapter attaches up to sixteen EIA-232 asynchronous serial devices. Multiples (up to four) of this adapter can be installed. The adapter contains all of the electronics required to support sixteen asynchronous ports and utilizes one I/O card slot. The sixteen connectors for device attachment are provided in a 16-Port Interface Cable - EIA-232 (#2996). The 16-Port Async Adapter - EIA-232 is designed to comply with the electrical characteristics requirements for EIA-232 D.

Characteristics:

(#2957) 16-Port Async Adapter - EIA-422A

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

This adapter attaches up to 16 EIA-422A asynchronous serial devices (terminals, printers, etc.). Multiples (up to four) of this adapter can be installed. The adapter contains all of the electronics required to support sixteen asynchronous ports and utilizes one I/O card slot. The sixteen connectors for device attachment are provided in a 16-Port Interface Cable - EIA-422A (#2997). The 16-Port Async Adapter - EIA-422A is designed to comply with requirements for EIA-422A.

Characteristics:

(#8128) 128-Port Async Controller

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

(#8130) Remote Async Node 16-Port EIA232

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of September 25, 1998)

The 128-Port Async Controller subsystem provides attachment for a high concentration of asynchronous lines (up to 128) from a single Micro Channel slot. Two synchronous channels link the adapter to a maximum of eight 16-Port Remote Async Nodes (#8130) ; up to four 16-Port Remote Async Nodes can be linked to each synchronous channel. This configuration provides the ability to attach up to 128 EIA-232 devices per adapter.

One 4.5-meter (15-feet) cable (#8131 or customer-supplied cables) is available to connect the adapter to the first Remote Async Node on each synchronous channel. Additional Remote Async Nodes may be connected to each synchronous channel in a "daisy chain" configuration, using either the 4.5-meter (15-feet) cable (#8131) or the 23-cm (9-inch) cable (#8132), the shorter cable being recommended when stacking Remote Async Nodes. Customer-supplied cables may also be substituted.

The RJ-45 to DB-25 Converter Cable (#8133--quantity four per order) can be used to attach devices having a DB-25 connector to the Remote Async Nodes. One RJ-45 wrap plug and two Controller Line Terminator plugs are included with each adapter order. Each Remote Async Node order (#8130 or #8134) includes a power supply; power supplies are not separately orderable in this product.

Characteristics:

(#7002) IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Multiport/2 Adapter (0.5 MB)

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of May 20, 1996)

The IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Multiport/2 adapter has been designed to function as a subsystem to offload tasks such as communications control, data/protocol conversions, and optional device interfaces from the RS/6000. The adapter features 512 Kb of user storage, seven selectable interrupt levels, nine programmable hardware timers, watchdog timer, and watchdog timer status-indicator.

With attachment of the appropriate Interface Board, ports 0 and 1 can operate at speeds up to 38,400 bps using Direct Memory Access (DMA). One port can operate at 38,400 bps full duplex while a second is operating at a maximum of 19,200 bps full duplex. All eight ports may be operated concurrently at 9.6 Kbps. The first two ports can be programmed for asynchronous, bit synchronous, and character synchronous protocols, using either DMA or interrupt mode, whereas the remaining ports are asynchronous using interrupt mode.

The Co-Processor's memory is dual-ported. Communications between the Co-Processor and the RS/6000 are done via I/O ports and shared memory. Communications are synchronized by interrupts between the Co-Processor and the system unit (interrupt levels are selectable).

Timer support is also provided. There may be up to 255 software timers set within increments ranging from 5 milliseconds to 327 seconds. The watchdog timer is used to signal an error condition should the Co-Processor fail.

The microcode for the IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor is included with the Co-Processor feature and is shipped on 3.5-inch program media.

Characteristics:

Related Features:

(#7004) IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Multiport/2 Adapter (1 MB)

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of May 20, 1996)

This adapter provides increased memory capacity of 1 megabyte on the IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Multiport/2 adapter. The 1-MB memory is dual-ported with parity for error detection.

Related Features:

(#7022) IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Multiport/2 Four-Port RS-232 Interface Board

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of May 20, 1996)

This interface board provides four EIA RS-232/CCITT V.24 serial I/O ports for the IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor family of adapters. The Interface Board attaches to the Co-Processor card and includes a 78-pin connector. Only those pins associated with ports 0 through 3 are electrically connected. Only one 4-Port RS-232 Interface Board can be attached to a Co-Processor card.

Related Features: 

Attributes provided: 4 EIA-232/CCIT V.24 ports
Attributes required: 1 Multiport/2 adapter EIB slot
 

(#7024) IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Multiport/2 Six-Port RS-232C Synchronous Interface Board

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of May 20, 1996)

This board provides six synchronous EIA RS-232-C/CCITT V.24 serial I/O ports for the IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Multiport/2 adapters. The interface board attaches to the Co-Processor adapter and includes a 78-pin connector. Asynchronous, bit synchronous and character synchronous protocol hardware support is provided on all six ports. The interface board can support 38,400-bps full-duplex HDLC/SDLC protocols on one of the first two ports. A second port supports speeds up to 19,200-bps full duplex. All six ports can be operated concurrently at 4,800 bps full duplex for HDLC/S DLC protocols or at 9,600 bps full duplex for asynchronous protocols.

Related Features: 

Attributes provided: 6 EIA-232-C/CCIT V.24 ports
Attributes required: 1 Multiport/2 adapter EIB slot
 

(#7026) IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Multiport/2 Eight-Port RS-232 Interface Board

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of May 20, 1996)

This board provides eight EIA RS-232/CCITT V.24 serial I/O ports for the IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Multiport/2 adapters. The Interface Board attaches to the Co-Processor card and includes a 78-pin connector.

Related Features: 

Attributes provided: 8 EIA RS-232/CCIT V.24 ports
Attributes required: 1 Multiport/2 adapter EIB slot
 

(#7028) IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Multiport/2 Eight-Port RS-422A Interface Board

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of May 20, 1996)

This interface board provides the hardware facilities for the Realtime Interface Co-Processor Multiport/2 adapter to support eight RS-422-A serial input/output ports. The board attaches to the Co-Processor adapter and includes a 78-pin connector. The interface board provides asynchronous, bit synchronous, and character synchronous protocol hardware support on the first port. Asynchronous hardware support is provided on the remaining ports. The first port can operate at 64,000 bps full duplex. Line speeds in excess of 64,000 bps can be achieved with appropriate adapter resident communication programs. All eight ports may be operated concurrently at 9,600 bps full duplex.

Related Features: 

Attributes provided: 8 RS-422-A ports
Attributes required: 1 Multiport/2 adapter EIB slot
 

(#7030) IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Multiport/2 RS-232/RS-422 Interface Board

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of May 20, 1996)

This board provides support for four EIA RS-232/CCITT V.24 serial I/O ports, ports 0 through 3, and four EIA RS-422 serial I/O ports, ports 4 through 7. The Interface Board attaches to the Multiport/2 adapter card and includes a 78-pin connector.

Related Features: 

Attributes provided: 4 EIA RS-232/CCITT V.24 ports
Attributes required: 1 Multiport/2 adapter EIB slot
 

(#7006) IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Portmaster Adapter/A (1 MB)

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

The IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Portmaster Adapter/A is a full-function Micro Channel bus master that complements and extends the capabilities of the IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor family of adapters. Bus master extensions for the adapter include capabilities and services that address both adapter-to-system and adapter-to-adapter data transfers under Direct Memory Access (DMA) control. The adapter utilizes the multimaster capability of the Micro Channel bus architecture by taking control of the system unit bus and communicating directly with system memory or with other I/O adapters without interrupting the system unit processor.

Throughput speeds vary depending upon the number of ports operating concurrently and the software application. With the selection of the appropriate Interface Board, full-duplex rates of up to 64 Kbps running simultaneously on each of eight ports or up to 2.048 Mbps for a single port can be achieved with the IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Portmaster Adapter/A. High-speed data rates for multiple ports rely on the use of DMA; two channels are provided for each port. All ports can be programmed for asynchronous, bit synchronous, or character synchronous protocols, using either DMA or interrupt mode.

Timer support is also provided. There may be up to 255 software timers set with increments ranging from 5 milliseconds to 327 seconds. A watchdog timer is also provided.

Additional software is required to program the adapter, and must be ordered separately. Software support can be provided by IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor AIX Support for RS/6000 (5696-038).

Cables for connection of I/O devices are also required and are the responsibility of the customer.

Characteristics:

Related Features:

(#7008) IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Portmaster Adapter/A (2 MB)

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of May 20, 1996)

This adapter provides increased memory capacity of 2 MB on the IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Portmaster Adapter/A feature. The 2-MB memory is dynamically-managed in multiples of 16-byte paragraphs.

Related Features:

(#7026) IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Eight-Port RS-232 Interface Board/A

This board provides the appropriate drivers and receivers to support eight serial I/O ports of RS-232-D/CCITT V.24. Protocols for these electrical interfaces are user programmable. The interface board attaches to the Portmaster Adapter/A and includes a 100-pin connector for attachment to the Eight-Port Cable. Asynchronous or synchronous modes may be individually selected for each of the eight ports. All ports are supported at up to 38.4 Kbps full-duplex running concurrently. Actual performance may vary depending on the user's application.

Diagnostics packaged with this board include one 100-pin wrap connector and one copy of "Portmaster Co-Processor Adapters for RS/6000 Installation and Service" (system diagnostics are shipped with AIX/6000 Version 3.2).

Related Features:

(#7028) IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Eight-Port RS-422 Interface Board/A

This interface board provides support for up to eight serial RS-422A ports. Protocols for these electrical interfaces are user programmable. The interface board attaches to the Portmaster Adapter/A and includes a 100-pin connector for attachment to the Eight-Port Cable. Asynchronous or synchronous modes may be selected individually for each of the eight ports.

The following full-duplex data rates are supported by IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Portmaster Adapter/A using this interface board:

Actual performance may vary depending on the user's application.

Diagnostics packaged with this board include one 100-pin wrap connector and one copy of "Portmaster Co-Processor Adapters for RS/6000 Installation and Service" (system diagnostics are shipped with AIX/6000 Version 3.2).

Related Features:

(#7046) IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Six-Port V.35 Interface Board/A

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

This board provides attachment for up to six compatible V.35/V.36 electrical ports in conjunction with the Portmaster Adapter/A base card, and includes a 100-pin connector for attachment to the Six-Port V.35 Cable. The following full-duplex data rates are supported by IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Portmaster Adapter/A using this interface board:

Actual performance may vary depending on the user's application.

Diagnostics packaged with this board include one 100-pin wrap connector and one copy of "Portmaster Co-Processor Adapters for RS/6000 Installation and Service" (system diagnostics are shipped with AIX/6000 Version 3.2).

Related Features:

ARTIC960 Coprocessor

The ARTIC960 coprocessor is a high-speed, high-throughput co-processor adapter with multiple memory options designed to operate in 32-bit Micro Channel* bus compatible systems. The ARTIC960 coprocessor relieves the host from compute-intensive tasks associated with I/O communication applications and protocols. It also provides bus-mastering capabilities for peer to peer transfers across the Micro Channel bus. The ARTIC960 coprocessor's wide bandwidth provides co-processor performance at least 4-6 times that of previously released IBM ARTIC co- processors.

A high-speed, 4-Port multi-interface AIB offers either EIA-232D (asynchronous) or EIA-530 (RS422) or ISO 4903 (X.21) or ISO 4902 (V.36) electrical interfaces for communications applications. The selection of the specific interface is achieved by a matching cable (4 ports of 232 or 4 ports of 422 or 4 ports of X.21 or 4 ports of V.36). The AIB will operate all four ports at up to 2.048 megabits per second full duplex.

The ARTIC960 coprocessor and AIB together comprise a feature. There are three features available depending upon memory option (1 MB, 4 MB, or 8 MB). The ARTIC960 coprocessor is designed to operate in any full-slot 32-bit Micro Channel bus system adhering to the IBM Micro Channel architectural guidelines such as the PS/2 computer, RS/6000 computer and the IBM Industrial Computers. The ARTIC960 realtime kernel and on-card operating system and AIX/6000 Version 3.2.5 Operating System development driver are included with the purchase of the adapter.

The application development driver is intended to provide a level of interface to the adapter for those developing applications using the ARTIC960 and is not a full-function driver. The application development driver is contained in the diagnostic diskette.

A developer's kit is offered that provides AIB design information, sample programs, a programmer's guide/reference, and a hardware technical reference manual. As part of the developer's kit, a Developer's Assistance Program (DAP) is provided for parties who will be developing their own software applications and/or designing their own application interface board. The ARTIC960 DAP is administered by IBM in Boca Raton, Florida.

The DAP, through telephone and E-mail, will provide technical help for software development or additional AIB designs.

The ARTIC960 coprocessor is ideally suited for:

The IBM ARTIC960 coprocessor is a family of high-performance WAN communications adapters with a base card with 3 memory options and daughter cards with different interfaces and cables. Each IBM ARTIC960 coprocessor occupies one Micro Channel slot.

INCREASED PROCESSOR PERFORMANCE and COMMUNICATION SPEEDS

The ARTIC960 coprocessor provides a 4-6 times increase in data throughput across the Micro Channel bus when compared to the existing family of IBM ARTIC co-processors. The 4-Port multi-interface Application Interface Board handles four lines of communications data at 2.048 megabits per second.

Prerequisites: None.

Co-requisites: None.

Compatibility Conflicts: None.

Customer Set-up: Yes.

Field Installable: Yes.

Cable Order:

IBM recommends that one of the following cables be ordered with the 4-Port AIB. The cable choice determines the AIB's electrical interface. Other interface cables can be ordered at published prices. Each cable set is 1.8 meters in length and has four connectors in a fanout fashion terminating in a 100-pin connector that plugs into the AIB. 

      DESCRIPTION                          F/C
  -----------------------------           ------
  Cable Option EIA-232D                    2922
  Cable Option EIA-530 (RS 422)            2924
  Cable Option ISO 4903 (X.21)             2927
  Cable Option ISO 4902 (V.36)             2926
 

(#2921) IBM ARTIC960 Coprocessor (1 MB)

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of May 20, 1996)

This feature includes the following:

The IBM ARTIC960 Coprocessor is a high-speed, high-throughput co- processor adapter with multiple memory options designed to operate in 32-bit Micro Channel compatible systems. The IBM ARTIC960 Coprocessor relieves the host from compute-intensive tasks associated with I/O communication applications and protocols. It also provides bus-mastering capabilities for peer to peer transfers across the Micro Channel. The IBM ARTIC960 Coprocessor's wide bandwidth provides co-processor performance at least 4-6 times that of previously released IBM ARTIC co- processors.

Note: An AIX Developer's Kit, including a daughter card developer's guide, application program information, on line technical assistance, and Q A service is provided by a Developer's Assistance Program which can be reached at artic@vnet.ibm.com (internet) or direct at 1-407-443-7948. Toll free numbers are 1-800-IBM-3333 ext. ARTIC160 (U.S.) or 1-800-465-2222 (Canada). 

Attributes provided: 4 ports selectable EIA530/V.36/X.21
Attributes required: 1 Micro Channel slot
 

(#2922) Cable Option EIA 232

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of May 20, 1996)

This feature provides the following:

(#2923) Cable Option EIA 530 (RS422)

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

This feature provides the following: 

Attributes provided: 4 EIA 530 ports
Attributes required: 4-port AIB from ARTIC960 (2921, 2924, or 2928)
 

(#2924) IBM ARTIC960 Coprocessor (4 MB)

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

This feature provides the following:

The IBM ARTIC960 Coprocessor is a high-speed, high-throughput co- processor adapter with multiple memory options designed to operate in 32-bit Micro Channel compatible systems. The IBM ARTIC960 Coprocessor relieves the host from compute-intensive tasks associated with I/O communication applications and protocols. It also provides bus-mastering capabilities for peer to peer transfers across the Micro Channel. The IBM ARTIC960 Coprocessor's wide bandwidth provides co-processor performance at least 4-6 times that of previously released IBM ARTIC co- processors.

Note: An AIX Developer's Kit, including a daughter card developer's guide, application program information, on line technical assistance, and Q A service is provided by a Developer's Assistance Program which can be reached at artic@vnet.ibm.com (internet) or direct at 1-407-443-7948. Toll free numbers are 1-800-IBM-3333 ext. ARTIC160 (U.S.) or 1-800-465-2222 (Canada). 

Attributes provided: 4 ports selectable - EIA530/V.36/X.21
Attributes required: 1 Microchannel slot
 

(#2926) Cable Option ISO 4902 V.36

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

This feature provides the following: 

Attributes provided: 4 ports of V.36
Attributes required: 4 port AIB from ARTIC960 (2921, 2924, 2928)
 

(#2927) Cable Option ISO 4903 X.21

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

This feature provides the following: 

Attributes provided: None
Attributes required: None
 

(#2928) IBM ARTIC960 Coprocessor (8 MB)

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of May 20, 1996)

This feature includes the following:

The IBM ARTIC960 Coprocessor is a high-speed, high-throughput co- processor adapter with multiple memory options designed to operate in 32-bit Micro Channel bus compatible systems. The IBM ARTIC960 Coprocessor relieves the host from compute-intensive tasks associated with I/O communication applications and protocols. It also provides bus- mastering capabilities for peer to peer transfers across the Micro Channel bus. The IBM ARTIC960 Coprocessor's wide bandwidth provides co- processor performance at least 4-6 times that of previously released IBM ARTIC co-processors.

Note: An AIX Developer's Kit, including a daughter card developer's guide, application program information, on line technical assistance, and Q A service is provided by a Developer's Assistance Program which can be reached at artic@vnet.ibm.com (internet) or direct at 1-407-443-7948. Toll free numbers are 1-800-IBM-3333 ext. ARTIC160 (U.S.) or 1-800-465-2222 (Canada). 

Attributes provided: 4 ports selectable - EIA530/V.36/X.21
Attributes required: 1 Micro Channel slot
 

(#2929) ARTIC960 Coprocessor, 8-port EIA-232

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

The ARTIC960 Co-Processor family of adapters is now expanded beyond the current 4-port Selectable interface with these new features providing increased number of wide area network (WAN) ports at T1/E1 speeds while maintaining the high performance characteristics of the ARTIC960 platform.

The ARTIC960 family supports developers of wide area network (WAN) applications for AIX solutions which offload compute intensive tasks such as protocol processing and network management. The results are WAN communications at link speeds to 2 Mbps while maximizing system performance.

Each feature is made up of a base card (ARTIC960) and associated physical interface (EIA232, V.36, or X.21) on a daughter card and occupies a single Micro Channel slot. Each feature includes 4 MB of memory.

Each cable feature includes a single cable connecting to the daughter card on one side and fanning out to either 6-or 8-ports depending on the physical interface. A wrap plug is provided with each cable.

Note: An AIX Developer's Kit, including a daughter card developer's guide, application program information, on line technical assistance, and Q A service is provided by a Developer's Assistance Program which can be reached at artic@vnet.ibm.com (internet) or direct at 1-407-443-7948. Toll-free numbers are 1-800-IBM-3333 ext. ARTIC160 (U.S.) or 1-800-465-2222 (Canada).

Characteristics: 

Attributes provided: Multiple high-performance WAN ports to 2 Mbps
Attributes required: 1 Micro Channel bus slot
 


For 7012-390:
  Minimum required:  0
  Maximum allowed: _4_   (Initial order maximum: _4_)
  AIX level required: AIX 3.2.5 - AIX 4.1.4
  Initial Order/MES/Both/Supported: Both
 

(#2935) ARTIC960 Coprocessor, 6-port V.36

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

The ARTIC960 Co-Processor family of adapters is now expanded beyond the current 4-port Selectable interface with these new features providing increased number of wide area network (WAN) ports at T1/E1 speeds while maintaining the high performance characteristics of the ARTIC960 platform.

The ARTIC960 family supports developers of wide area network (WAN) applications for AIX solutions which offload compute intensive tasks such as protocol processing and network management. The results are WAN communications at link speeds to 2 Mbps while maximizing system performance.

Each feature is made up of a base card (ARTIC960) and associated physical interface (EIA232, V.36, or X.21) on a daughter card and occupies a single Micro Channel slot. Each feature includes 4 MB of memory.

Each cable feature includes a single cable connecting to the daughter card on one side and fanning out to either 6-or 8-ports depending on the physical interface. A wrap plug is provided with each cable.

Note: An AIX Developer's Kit, including a daughter card developer's guide, application program information, on line technical assistance, and Q A service is provided by a Developer's Assistance Program which can be reached at artic@vnet.ibm.com (internet) or direct at 1-407-443-7948. Toll-free numbers are 1-800-IBM-3333 ext. ARTIC160 (U.S.) or 1-800-465-2222 (Canada).

Note: The V.36 interface is compatible with V.35 interface but requires a connector change (to DB37). For customers who order this feature but need V.35 interface, FC 7106 (6-port V.35 breakout box for Portmaster) can be used.

Characteristics: 

Attributes provided: Multiple high-performance WAN ports to 2 Mbps
Attributes required: 1 Micro Channel bus slot
 


For 7012-390:
  Minimum required:  0
  Maximum allowed: _4_   (Initial order maximum: _4_)
  AIX level required: AIX 3.2.5 - AIX 4.1.4
  Initial Order/MES/Both/Supported: Both
 

(#2938) ARTIC960 Coprocessor, 8-port X.21

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

The ARTIC960 Co-Processor family of adapters is now expanded beyond the current 4-port Selectable interface with these new features providing increased number of wide area network (WAN) ports at T1/E1 speeds while maintaining the high performance characteristics of the ARTIC960 platform.

The ARTIC960 family supports developers of wide area network (WAN) applications for AIX solutions which offload compute intensive tasks such as protocol processing and network management. The results are WAN communications at link speeds to 2 Mbps while maximizing system performance.

Each feature is made up of a base card (ARTIC960) and associated physical interface (EIA232, V.36, or X.21) on a daughter card and occupies a single Micro Channel slot. Each feature includes 4 MB of memory.

Each cable feature includes a single cable connecting to the daughter card on one side and fanning out to either 6-or 8-ports depending on the physical interface. A wrap plug is provided with each cable.

Note: An AIX Developer's Kit, including a daughter card developer's guide, application program information, on line technical assistance, and Q A service is provided by a Developer's Assistance Program which can be reached at artic@vnet.ibm.com (internet) or direct at 1-407-443-7948. Toll-free numbers are 1-800-IBM-3333 ext. ARTIC160 (U.S.) or 1-800-465-2222 (Canada).

Characteristics: 

Attributes provided: Multiple high-performance WAN ports to 2 Mbps
Attributes required: 1 Micro Channel bus slot
 

Cables

(#2936) Async Cable EIA-232/V.24

Used to attach a modem to the standard I/O ports with the 10-pin to 25-pin converter cable (shipped with the system), 8-port Cable Assembly, 16-Port Cable Assembly, 16-Port Asynchronous Concentrator (with RJ-45 to DB-25 Converter Cable feature #6402) or the 16-Port EIA-232 Remote Async Node (with RJ45 to DB25 Converter Cable feature #8133). The cable is 3 meters (9.8 feet) in length.

(#2937) Printer/Terminal Interposer EIA-232

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of September 8, 1999)

The Printer/Terminal Interposer EIA-232 is used in conjunction with the Async Cable EIA-232 (#2936) (shipped with the system) to provide the proper wiring for the attachment of IBM terminals, plotters and printers to the async adapters (8, 16, and 64-port, all versions), the 16-Port Async Concentrator (with RJ-45 to DB-25 Converter Cable #6402) and the standard I/O serial ports with the 10-pin to 25-pin converter cable (shipped with the system).

(#2939) ARTIC960 8-port EIA-232 Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999) See ARTIC960 Coprocessor, 8 Port EIA-232 

Attributes provided: Fan-out cable 8-ports EIA-232
Attributes required: ARTIC960 Coprocessor, 8 Port EIA-232
 


For 7012-390:
  Minimum required:  0
  Maximum allowed: _4_   (Initial order maximum: _4_)
  AIX level required: AIX 3.2.5 - AIX 4.1.4
  Initial Order/MES/Both/Supported: Both
 

(#2941) ARTIC960 6-port V.36 Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999) See ARTIC960 Coprocessor, 6 Port V.36 

Attributes provided: Fan out cable 6 ports V.36
Attributes required: ARTIC960 Coprocessor, 6 Port V.36
 


For 7012-390:
  Minimum required:  0
  Maximum allowed: _4_   (Initial order maximum: _4_)
  AIX level required: AIX 3.2.5 - AIX 4.1.4
  Initial Order/MES/Both/Supported: Both
 

(#2942) ARTIC960 8-port X.21 Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

See ARTIC960 Coprocessor, 8 Port X.21 

Attributes provided: Fan out cable 8 ports X.21
Attributes required: ARTIC960 Coprocessor, 6 Port X.21
 


For 7012-390:
  Minimum required:  0
  Maximum allowed: _4_   (Initial order maximum: _4_)
  AIX level required: AIX 3.2.5 - AIX 4.1.4
  Initial Order/MES/Both/Supported: Both
 

(#2945) Terminal Cable - EIA-422A

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of July 31, 2001)

Provides a 20 meter (66 feet) interface cable for attaching an EIA-422A terminal to the Multiport Interface Cable.

(#2995) Multiport Interface Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

The Multiport Interface Cable allows up to eight devices to attach to the 8-Port Async Adapters (EIA-232, EIA-422A) or (MIL-STD 188 - US only) by providing eight 25-pin D shell connectors. The cable is 3 meters (9.8 feet) in length.

(#2996) 16-Port Interface Cable - EIA-232

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of July 24, 1998)

The 16-Port Interface Cable - EIA-232 allows up to 16 devices to attach to the 16-Port Async Adapter - EIA-232 (#2955) by providing 16 25-pin D shell connectors. The cable is 3 meters (9.8 feet) in length.

(#2997) 16-Port Interface Cable - EIA-422A

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of September 8, 1999)

Allows up to 16 devices to attach to the 16-Port Async Adapter - EIA-422A (#2957) by providing 16 25-pin D shell connectors. The cable is three meters (9.8 feet) in length.

(#3100) PC Parallel Printer Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 3, 2001)

Allows attachment of a 7012 series supported printer to the system parallel printer port. The cable is 3 meters (9.8 feet) in length.

(#7102) Multiport Interface Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of May 20, 1996) Interface Cable

This cable is used to distribute eight electrical interfaces away from the physical constraints of the back panel of the system. One end of the cable provides for a 78-pin connector to join with the IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Multiport/2 adapter card. The other end has eight 25-pin connectors which will connect up to eight EIA RS-232-C/CCITT V.24 devices. A wrap connector is provided to test the cable using the diagnostics supplied with the cable.

Related Features: 

Attributes provided: None
Attributes required: None
 

(#7104) IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Synchronous Interface Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of May 20, 1996)

This cable can be used in conjunction with the 6-Port RS-232-C Synchronous Interface Board. One end of the cable connects to the 78-pin connector of the Interface Board. The other end provides six 25-pin connectors for attachment of up to six EIA RS-232-C/CCITT V.24 devices. A wrap connector is provided to test the cable when using the diagnostics supplied.

Related Features: 

Attributes provided: 6 EIA RS-232-C/CCITT V.24  connections
Attributes required: 1 Multiport/2 6-Port RS-232-C Synchronous
                     Interface Board port
 

(#7106) IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Six-port V.35 Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

This 1.2-meter (4-feet) V.35 cable can be used to connect up to six devices to the Six-Port V.35 Interface Board/A. Additional customer- supplied cables may be required to connect the customer's devices to the distribution block at the end of the V.35 cable. One wrap connector is included for diagnostic testing of the cable.

Related Features:

(#7107) IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor: V.35 Network Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

This cable is used to attach devices supporting the V.35 physical interface standard. It is used in conjunction with the Portmaster base adapters (FC 7006 or 7008) together with a V.35 daughter board (FC 7046) and V.35 breakout cable (FC 7106). The cable uses 25-pin D-shell connector on the daughter board side, and a 34-pin D-shell connector on the device side. It is 2m long. 

Attributes provided: V.35 device attachment capability
Attributes required: 1 V.35 port from FC 7106
 

(#7108) IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor Eight-Port Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

This cable can be used in conjunction with either the Eight-Port RS-232 Interface Board/A or the Eight-Port RS-422 Interface Board/A. The cable connects a 100-pin connector on the interface board to eight 25-pin connectors (RS-232-D/CCITT V.24/ISO 2110 standard) housed in a molded block at the end of this cable. Additional customer-supplied cables may be necessary to connect the devices to the distribution block at the end of the cable. One wrap connector is included for diagnostic testing of the cable.

Related Features:

(#7111) IBM Realtime Interface Co-Processor: X.21 Network Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

This cable is used to attach devices supporting the X.21 physical interface standard. It is used in conjunction with the Portmaster base adapters (FC 7006 or 7008) together with an X.21 daughter board (FC 7048) and breakout cable (FC 7110). The cable uses 25-pin D-shell connector on the daughter board side, and a 15-pin D-shell connector on the device side. It is 2m long. 

Attributes provided: X.21 device attachment capability
Attributes required: 1 port from FC 7110
 

(#8131) 128-Port Async Controller Cable, 4.5 meter (15-feet)

(No Longer Available as of June 23, 2006)

This cable provides adapter-to-Remote Async Node or Remote Async Node-to-Remote Async Node attachment in the 128-Port Async subsystem.

(#8132) 128-Port Async Controller Cable, 23 cm (9 inch)

(No Longer Available as of June 23, 2006)

This cable may be substituted for the 4.5 meter (15 feet) async controller cable whenever a customer configuration requires stacked Remote Async Nodes.

(#8133) RJ-45 to DB-25 Converter Cable

(No Longer Available as of November 26, 2010)

This cable can be used to attach EIA-232 devices to the 16 port EIA 232 Remote Async Node (#8130 or #8134) for the 128-Port Async subsystem. This cable provides a 25-pin D shell connector for device attachment. Four cables are provided per each order.

(#8136) Rack Mountable Remote Asynchronous Node 16-Port EIA-232

(No Longer Available as of March 31, 2006)

The Rack Mountable Remote Asynchronous Node 16-Port EIA-232 (RAN) is a modified version of the existing 16-port Remote Async Node (feature #8130 or #8134) in an industry-standard 19-inch rack mount chassis to allow simpler installation and ease-of-use. Like the existing RAN, it can also be configured as a desktop device.

As an additional benefit, the new metal chassis meets FCC Class B/CISPR B when used with similarly rated RS/6000 host to meet the needs of customers with these requirements.

The RANs provide 16 ports of EIA-232 capability with full modem controls on each port and are connected to the 128-port Async Controller (Micro Channel or ISA versions) residing in the host. RANs are connected in daisy-chain fashion up to 8 RANs per 128-port Async Controller (either version).

The new rack-mountable RAN offers these enhanced features:

The new rack-mountable RAN offers these same features as the existing RAN product: 

Attributes provided: 16 RJ-45 EIA-232 ports
Attributes required: (1) 128-P Async. Controller connection or RAN-to-RAN
                     connection in a daisy chain
 


For 7012-390:
  Minimum required:  0
  Maximum allowed: _32   (Initial order maximum: _32)
  AIX level required: AIX 3.2.5 - AIX 4.1.4
  Initial Order/MES/Both/Supported: Both
 

(#8137) Enhanced Remote Asynchronous Node 16-Port EIA-232

(No Longer Available as of March 31, 2006)

Provides remote connection of up to 16 EIA-232 devices to a 128-Port Asynchronous Controller.

Each port can be individually programmed to provide a asynchronous connection of 230 Kbaud, but a limited number of ports in a maximum configuration (128 ports) can be supported at this baud rate.

(#8138) Enhanced Remote Asynchronous Node 16-Port RS-422

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of July 31, 2001)

Provides remote connection of up to 16 RS-422 devices to a 128-Port Asynchronous Controller.

Each port can be individually programmed to provide a asynchronous connection of 230 Kbaud, but a limited number of ports in a maximum configuration (128 ports) can be supported at this baud rate.

Local Area Network (LAN) Communications Adapters

(#2724) FDDI Fiber Single-Ring Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

Single Attach Stations (SAS) using the RS/6000 FDDI - Fiber Single-Ring Adapter allows customers to attach the workstation directly to a primary ring of a FDDI 100 megabits per second (Mbps) network via FDDI 100 Mbps concentrator. The concentrator option offers additional protection by isolating the network from routine on/off activity and individual workstation failures.

Characteristics:

(#2723) FDDI Fiber Dual-Ring Upgrade

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

Dual-Attach Stations (DAS) using the RS/6000 FDDI - Fiber Single-Ring Adapter and FDDI - Fiber Dual-Ring Upgrade allows customers to attach to both the primary and secondary FDDI ring. In the event of a failure, this type of attachment allows the wrapping of the primary and the secondary ring for high network availability and problem isolation. The dual-ring upgrade can also attach to concentrator ports as a single- attached station or a dual-homing station. A dual-homing station attaches to two different concentrators with the second concentrator acting as a backup or a standby for the station in the event of a concentrator or port failure.

Characteristics:

(#2725) FDDI STP Single-Ring Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 8, 1998)

Single-Attach Stations (SAS) using the RS/6000 FDDI - STP Single-Ring Adapter allows customers to attach the workstation directly to a primary ring of a FDDI 100 megabits per second (Mbps) network via a FDDI 100 Mbps concentrator. The concentrator option offers additional protection by isolating the network from routine on/off activity and individual workstation failures.

Characteristics:

(#2726) FDDI STP Dual-Ring Upgrade

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 8, 1998)

Dual-Attach Stations (DAS) using the RS/6000 FDDI - STP Single-Ring Adapter and FDDI - STP Dual-Ring Upgrade allows customers to attach to both the primary and secondary FDDI ring. In the event of a failure, this type of attachment allows the wrapping of the primary and the secondary ring for high network availability and problem isolation. The dual-ring upgrade can also attach to concentrator ports as a single- attached station or a dual-homing station. A dual-homing station attaches to two different concentrators with the second concentrator acting as a backup or a standby for the station in the event of a concentrator or port failure.

Characteristics:

(#2970) Token-Ring High-Performance Network Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of July 25, 1996)

The Token-Ring High-Performance Network Adapter is designed to allow 7012 Models to attach to 4 Mbps or 16 Mbps Token-Ring local area networks. This Token-Ring adapter is cable and network compatible with PS/2 and other IBM Token-Ring adapters; no new cables or network components are required. The required cable is included with this adapter and is 3 meters (9.8 feet) in length.

Characteristics:

(#2972) IBM Auto Token-Ring LANStreamer 32 MC Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

The IBM Auto Token-Ring LANStreamer MC 32 adapter is designed to allow a RS/6000 system to attach to 4 Mbps or 16 Mbps Token-Ring local area networks. This adapter automatically selects the correct Token-Ring speed (4 or 16 Mbps). It is cable and network compatible with all IBM PS/2 Token-Ring adapters; no new cables or network components are required. The adapter has one connector, RJ-45. The RJ-45 connector is used to attach to UTP cabling. A 10-inch conversion cable is included with the adapter to attach to STP cabling.

Characteristics:

The Auto Token-Ring LANstreamer 32MC Adapter (#2972) also supports data transmissions in full duplex mode with AIX Version 4.1.5, 4.2.1, 4.3.1 or later, on this RS/6000 machine type/model. Check the sales manual pages for feature #2972 on other RS/6000 machine type/models for full duplex support statements. Instructions on how to enable the full duplex function will be provided with feature #2972 or can be obtained by calling IBM Service and asking for RETAIN Tip H162706. For customers who wish to install this function themselves, the package is available on the World Wide Web at: http://www.rs6000.ibm.com/support/micro/download.html under the heading "RS/6000 adapter microcode".

(#2980) Ethernet High-Performance LAN Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 13, 1999)

The Ethernet High-Performance LAN Adapter is a high-performance Micro Channel Architecture Bus Master adapter which attaches the 7012 Models to Ethernet networks. This adapter is designed to provide connection to a 10 Megabit Carrier Sense Multiple Access/Collision Detection (CSMA/CD) Ethernet network and is compatible with IEEE 802.3 and Ethernet external interfaces. To attach the system to the network, the customer must supply the appropriate cable for connection to the standard 50-ohm or RG-58A/U coaxial cables.

Characteristics:

(#4221) Ethernet Thick/Thin Connector Interface

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

Provides a riser card/cable/connector assembly from the integrated Ethernet interface to the rear cover for a standard Thick/Thin cable network. This feature is available as a MES only.

Note: This connector is the standard connector shipped with the system on the initial plant order, unless the Twisted-Pair Connector #9001 is specified. Feature #4221 would be ordered when the user desired to change from the Twisted-Pair Connector to a Thick/Thin Connector.

(#4222) Ethernet Twisted-Pair Connector Interface

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

Provides a riser card/cable/connector assembly from the integrated Ethernet interface to the rear cover for a twisted-pair network. This feature is available as a MES only. This Feature #4222 would be ordered when the user desired to change from the Thick/Thin Connector to a Twisted-Pair Connector.

(#4224) Ethernet 10BaseT Transceiver (twisted pair)

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of July 31, 2001)

The Ethernet 10BaseT Transceiver provides the complete Attachment Unit Interface (AUI) to a twisted pair LAN connection. It is connected to a 15-pin DIX Ethernet connection via a transceiver (AUI) cable and converts the signal to 10BaseT. The medium connection is made through an RJ-45 receptacle.

Features include:

Wide Area Network (WAN) Communications Adapters

(#2959) Multi-Protocol Communications Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of October 25, 1996)

The Multi-Protocol Communications Adapter (MP/A) provides a one port synchronous EIA-232D connection supporting speeds up to 19.2 Kbps for communications networks. The (MP/A) supports modems or direct attachment at speeds up to 19.2 Kbps via one 25-pin D-shell connector. Cables Required: An EIA-232D industry standard cable. IBM cable P/N 1502067 may be used with this adapter.

Characteristics:

(#2700) 4-Port Multiprotocol Communications Controller

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

The 4-Port Multiprotocol Communications Controller attaches the 7012 Model systems to synchronous communications networks using EIA-232C, EIA-422A, V.35 and X.21 physical specifications.

The adapter supports SDLC and BSC protocols, prepares all inbound and outbound data, performs address searches, and in general relieves the system processor of many communications tasks. It is designed to support data rates up to 64 KBps per port with appropriate user provided software.

Support for four interfaces: EIA-232C on Ports 0, 1, 2, and 3, EIA-422A on Ports 0 and 2, CCITT V.35 on Ports 0 and 1, CCITT X.21 on Port 0. Surge protection is provided on EIA-422A interfaces. Devices attach to the adapter via a 4-Port Multiprotocol Interface Cable (#2705).

Characteristics:

(#2705) 4-Port Multiprotocol Interface Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

The 4-Port Multiprotocol Interface cable (#2705) is 3 meters (9.8 ft) in length and allows for connection of the 4-Port Multiprotocol Communications Controller (#2700) to the desired networks via the following cables:

(#2960) X.25 Interface Co-Processor/2

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

The X.25 Interface Co-Processor/2 attaches the 7012 Models to an X.25 Packet Switched network. This X.25 adapter provides a single port that accommodates one of three selectable interfaces: X.21, EIA-232-D/V.24, and V.35. This adapter allows the systems to be attached to an X.25 network, and its on-board software is capable of processing inbound and outbound data streams to off-load communications tasks from the system processor. A wrap plug for diagnostics is included.

Characteristics:

Separate cables of 3 meter (9.8 feet) or 6 meter (19.6 feet) are available for the adapter (two lengths for each interface). A wrap plug is included with each.

(#2965) X.25 Attachment Cable X.21 - 3 meter or 9.8 feet

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 8, 1998)

(#2966) X.25 Attachment Cable V.24 - 3 meter or 9.8 feet

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 8, 1998)

(#2967) X.25 Attachment Cable V.35 - 3 meter or 9.8 feet

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 8, 1998)

(#2976) X.25 Attachment Cable X.21 - 6 meter or 19.6 feet

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

(#2977) X.25 Attachment Cable V.24 - 6 meter or 19.6 feet

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 3, 2001)

(#2978) X.25 Attachment Cable V.35 - 6 meter or 19.6 feet

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

ATM Adapter

(#2984) TURBOWAYS** 100 ATM Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of May 23, 1997)

The TURBOWAYS** 100 ATM Adapter provides high-speed connectivity for RS/6000s to an Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) Local Area Network (LAN). The TURBOWAYS 100 ATM Adapter supports high-bandwidth applications, such as:

Initial market areas are the high-end engineering, scientific computing, education, leading commercial and government market segments. Customer may install ATM because:

Technical Description

The TURBOWAYS 100 ATM Adapter enables TCP/IP applications to work in an ATM environment. One virtual connection is dedicated to each IP address and a transformation of each IP address to the corresponding virtual connection is performed.

The TURBOWAYS 100 ATM Adapter connects to multimode fiber using an SC connector.

The initial release supports AAL-5 adaptation layer interface and support 1024 active virtual connections. It also supports point-to-point and point-to-multipoint switched virtual connections.

Using an Intel i960 processor and specialized ATM silicon, for handling the segmentation and reassembly (SAR) function, the TURBOWAYS 100 ATM Adapter is optimized for maximum system efficiency.

The product functions include:

The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) sub-agent performs the following functions:

The TURBOWAYS 100 adapter supports Permanent Virtual Circuit (PVC) and ATM Forum compliant Switched Virtual Circuit (SVC) UNI 3.0 signalling SVC/PVC interoperability testing has been conducted with the following switches:

Limitations

A maximum of two (2) TURBOWAYS 100 ATM Adapter may be installed in a RS/6000. (A maximum of 4 adapters may be installed in a system with 2 Micro Channels)

Corequisites

The TURBOWAYS 100 ATM Adapter requires AIX/6000 Version 3.2.5 shipped after 6/3/94 (labeled AIX/6000 Version 3.2.5 3250-01-04). The TURBOWAYS 100 ATM Adapter Device Driver/6000 (feature 5063) is required and must be ordered separately. Also order PTFs (UR43902)

The TURBOWAYS 100 ATM Adapter requires AIX/6000 Version 4.1.4 shipped after 10/20/95. The device driver is part of the AIX Base Operating System.

Cables

The adapter provides 100-Mbps full-duplex connection to an ATM switch using 62.5 micron (plenum rated) multimode fiber, terminated with an SC connector (this is an industry standard connector). Cables are ordered separately using part numbers and are ordered using the administrative system GEMS. 

Attributes provided: 1 ATM connection
Attributes required: 1 Micro Channel slot
 

(#2989) TURBOWAYS 155 ATM Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

The TURBOWAYS(TM) 155 ATM Adapter provides high-speed connectivity for RS/6000s to an Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) Local Area Network (LAN). The TURBOWAYS 155 ATM Adapter supports high-bandwidth applications, such as:

Initial market areas are the high-end engineering, scientific computing, education, leading commercial and government market segments. Customer may install ATM because:

Technical Description

The TURBOWAYS 155 ATM Adapter enables TCP/IP applications to work in an ATM environment. One virtual connection is dedicated to each IP address and a transformation of each IP address to the corresponding virtual connection is performed.

The TURBOWAYS 155 ATM Adapter connects to multimode fiber using an SC connector.

The initial release supports AAL-5 adaptation layer interface and support 1024 active virtual connections. It also supports point-to-point and point-to-multipoint switched virtual connections.

Using an Intel i960 processor and specialized ATM silicon, for handling the segmentation and reassembly (SAR) function, the TURBOWAYS 155 ATM Adapter is optimized for maximum system efficiency.

The product functions include:

The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) sub-agent performs the following functions:

The TURBOWAYS 155 ATM Adapter supports Permanent Virtual Circuit (PVC) and ATM Forum compliant Switched Virtual Circuit (SVC) UNI 3.0 signalling. SVC/PVC interoperability testing has been conducted with the following switches:

Limitations

A maximum of two (2) TURBOWAYS 155 ATM Adapter may be installed in a RS/6000. (A maximum of 4 adapters may be installed in a system with 2 Micro Channels)

Corequisites

The TURBOWAYS 155 ATM Adapter requires AIX/6000 Version 4.1.4 shipped after 10/20/95. The device driver is part of the AIX Base Operating System.

Device Driver support for AIX 3.2.5 is shipped on diskette with the adapter.

Cables

The adapter provides 155-Mbps full-duplex connection to an ATM switch using 62.5 micron (plenum rated) multimode fiber, terminated with an SC connector (this is an industry standard connector). Cables are ordered separately using part numbers and are ordered using the administrative system GEMS. 

Attributes provided: 1 ATM connection
Attributes required: 1 Micro Channel slot
 


For 7012-390:
  Minimum required:  0
  Maximum allowed: _2_   (Initial order maximum: _2_)
  AIX level required: AIX 3.2.5 - AIX 4.1.4
  Initial Order/MES/Both/Supported: Both
 

370 Coax Communication Connection Adapters

(#2990) (In EMEA #2991) 3270 Connection Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

(#2991, No Longer Available as of January 8, 1998)

The 3270 Connection Adapter connects the system to a mainframe and allows the system to respond like an IBM 3278 or 3279 Display Terminal. This adapter allows a coaxial connection between an system and an:

No host hardware or host system software modifications are required.

Characteristics:

(#2755) Block Multiplexer Channel Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

This channel connectivity allows the RS/6000 to communicate to a S/370 or S/390 host using the Block Multiplexer Channel. TCP/IP is supported. This enhancement allows the RS/6000 to be used as a gateway between the S/390 host and the downstream networks that consists of LAN or WAN. Therefore, distributed systems can access the resource, such as NFS and the TCP/IP applications resident at the S/370 host.

Highlights:

Wrap plugs are included. One Micro Channel card slot is required per adapter. A maximum of two adapters per system may be installed.

The customer must provide the cabling for the S/370 processor: Channel cable group (#0185).

(#2757) Block Multiplexer Channel Adapter Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

The Block Multiplexer Channel Adapter Cable attaches the Block Multiplexer Channel Adapter (#2755) in the RS/6000 to the Block Multiplexer Channel Cable Assembly (#2758).

(#2758) Block Multiplexer Channel Cable Assembly

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

The Block Multiplexer Channel Cable Assembly provides connection between the Block Multiplexer Channel Adapter Cable (#2757) and the host processor customer supplied channel cables.

(#2759) S/370 Channel Emulator/A

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 1, 2000)

The S/370 Channel Emulator/A adapter provides parallel channel attachment capability via the Block Multiplexer Channel for selected printers and tape devices, allowing customers to offload parallel I/O workloads from their S/370 host systems to selected RS/6000 systems. Supporting a data transfer rate of up to 4.5 MB per second (MBps), the S/370 Channel Emulator/A adapter allows attachment of either channel- attached printer devices and tape drives. The adapter uses one Micro Channel slot, and can support up to four control units (either printer or tape) per Block Multiplexer Channel. A maximum of four adapters may be installed per system.

Designed to support industry specifications for channel devices, the S/370 Channel Emulator adapter conforms to most of the standard Micro Channel specifications, as well as most of the 370 OEMI (Original Equipment Manufacturers' Information) specifications, with the following exceptions:

One 2.4-meter (8-feet) adapter cable, wrap plugs, channel cable terminators, and one diagnostic diskette are included with the hardware adapter. Channel cables are also required and should be ordered separately.

The S/370 Channel Emulator/A adapter supports the following printer or tape devices with appropriate software device drivers installed:

Note: The S/370 Channel Emulator/A adapter supports both printers and tape devices; however, only one type of device (either printer or tape device) can be used with each S/370 Channel Emulator/A adapter. Customers who wish to have support for both tape and printer devices require at least two S/370 Channel Emulator/A adapters.

The S/370 Channel Emulator/A requires the installation of AIX/6000 Version 3.2 (5736-030) or later, as well as the following PTFs applied:

Software support for printers is required and can be obtained via the following separately-orderable software product from the Pennant Systems Company:

Software support for tape devices is also required and can be obtained via the following PRPQ (Programming Request for Price Quotation) product supplied by ADSTAR:

Graphics Adapters

(#2650) GXT150M Graphics Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of September 8, 1999)

This graphics adapter is designed for superior 2D performance in an AIXwindows 2D environment. When used in conjunction with the AIXwindows 3D feature and Softgraphics it provides cost-effective 3D performance.

The IBM POWER GXT150M Graphics Adapter provides 1280 x 1024 resolution support, multiple color palettes, and hardware window support.

The IBM POWER GXT150M Graphics Adapter is an 8-bit single buffer, 256 color graphics adapter that attach directly to the Micro Channel.

Characteristics are:

Prerequisites:

In addition to the POWER GXT150M, a display meeting the ISO 9241 Part 3 requirements is also required to obtain the reduced flicker operation.

Programming Requirements:

(#2713) POWER Gt4i

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of October 25, 1996)

The 24-bit POWER Gt4i graphics adapter provides 3D graphics capability and maximum configuration flexibility. The adapter provides double 24-bit frame buffers that allow the display of approximately 16.7 million simultaneous colors. The POWER Gt4i adapter also includes a standard 24-bit Z-Buffer that assists with hidden-line and surface removal.

The POWER Gt4i supports a display resolution of 1280 x 1024, including monitors that comply with Part 3 of the ISO 9241 ergonomic standard. These ergonomic displays provide users with improved viewing and physical comfort, minimized reflections, and sharper images. The POWER Gt4i requires two Micro Channel slots.

Performance differentiates the functionally equivalent POWER Gt4i from the POWER Gt4xi. The POWER Gt4xi has 4 additional processors that boost its performance to meet the requirements of more demanding graphics applications. The POWER Gt4xi is suitable for a larger range of applications including: 3D mechanical CAD, aerospace applications, reservoir simulations, molecular modeling, and geographical mapping.

The POWER Gt4i is suitable for the same types of applications as the POWER Gt4e, though the POWER Gt4i provides 24-bit color function instead of 8-bit color.
Frame buffer: Double 24-bit (two 24-bit buffers)
Z-Buffer: 24-bit
Overlay planes: 2
Advanced Hardware functions: Dithering (8-bit), depth cueing, antialiased lines, Gouraud shading, local lighting, NURBS
API support: Xlib, GKS, Display PostScript, GL, graPHIGS, PEXlib, OpenGL
Maximum adapters per system: 1

(#2711, #2712) POWER Gt4xi

(For IBM US, #2712 No Longer Available as of January 8, 1998)

(For IBM US, #2711 No Longer Available as of October 25, 1996)

The 8-bit and 24-bit POWER Gt4xi graphics adapters provide mid-range 3D graphics capabilities and maximum configuration flexibility. The POWER Gt4xi adapter (8-bit version) provides double 8-bit frame buffers that allow 256 simultaneous colors from a palette of approximately 16.7 million colors; the POWER Gt4xi adapter (24-bit version) provides double 24-bit frame buffers that allow approximately 16.7 million simultaneous colors. Both adapters also include a standard 24-bit Z-Buffer that assists with hidden-line and surface removal.

The POWER Gt4xi adapters support a display resolution of 1280 x 1024, including monitors that comply with Part 3 of the ISO 9241 ergonomic standard. These ergonomic displays provide users with improved viewing and physical comfort, minimized reflections, and sharper images. The POWER Gt4xi 8-bit and 24-bit adapters require two Micro Channel slots each.

Performance differentiates the functionally equivalent POWER Gt4i from the POWER Gt4xi. The POWER Gt4xi has 4 additional processors that boost its performance to meet the requirements of more demanding graphics applications. The POWER Gt4xi is suitable for a larger range of applications including: 3D mechanical CAD, aerospace applications, reservoir simulations, molecular modeling, and geographical mapping.
Frame buffer: POWER Gt4xi 8-Bit (#2711) - Double 8-bit (two 8-bit buffers)
POWER Gt4xi 24-Bit (#2712) - Double 24-bit (two 24-bit buffers)
Z-Buffer: 24-bit
Overlay planes: 2
Advanced Hardware functions: Dithering (8-bit), depth cueing, antialiased lines, Gouraud shading, local lighting, NURBS
API support: Xlib, GKS, Display PostScript, GL, graPHIGS, PEXlib, OpenGL
Maximum adapters per system: 1

(#2770) Color Graphics Display Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 6, 1995)

The Color Graphics Display Adapter is an entry 2D color graphics adapter for the 7012 models. It supports a single 8-bit frame buffer and allows the display of 256 simultaneous colors from a palette of approximately 16.7 million colors. The Color Graphics Display Adapter supports a display resolution of 1280x1024 and attaches to the RS/6000 system via a single Micro Channel slot. It is suitable for 2D graphics applications such as: business graphics/desktop publishing, 2D geographic mapping, entry 2D mechanical drafting, and entry electrical CAD.
Frame buffer: Single 8-bit (one 8-bit buffer)
API support: Xlib, GKS, Display PostScript, graPHIGS, PEXlib
Maximum adapters per system: 2
Options: None

(#2776) POWER Gt4e

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of October 25, 1996)

The POWER Gt4e is a single card which provides 3D graphics capabilities. It has a double 8-bit frame buffer which allows the display of 256 simultaneous colors from a palette of approximately 16.7 million colors (24-bit color is NOT available on this adapter). The adapter also comes standard with a 24-bit Z-Buffer which assists with hidden line and surface removal. The POWER Gt4e supports monitors with a display resolution of 1280x1024, including monitors that comply with Part 3 of the ISO 9241 ergonomic standard. These ergonomic displays provide users with improved viewing and physical comfort, minimized reflections, and sharper images. The POWER Gt4e attaches to the system via a single Micro Channel slot and is suitable for applications such as: mechanical CAD, engineering analysis, architectural design, and geographical mapping.
Frame buffer: Double 8-bit (two 8-bit buffers)
Z-Buffer: 24-bit
Overlay planes: 2
Advanced Hardware functions: dithering, depth cueing, antialiased lines, Gouraud shading, local lighting, NURBS
API support: Xlib, GKS, Display PostScript, GL, graPHIGS, PEXlib
Maximum adapters per system: 2
Options: None

(#2795, #2796) POWER Gt4

(#2790, #2791) POWER Gt4x

(For IBM US, No Longer Available)

The POWER Gt4 and POWER Gt4x adapters provide low to mid-range 3D graphics capabilities along with maximum configuration flexibility. Both adapters provide the choice of double 8-bit or 24-bit frame buffers that allow 256 or approximately 16.7 million simultaneous colors, respectively, from a palette of approximately 16.7 million colors. These adapters also include a standard 24-bit Z-Buffer that assists with hidden-line and surface removal.

The POWER Gt4 and POWER Gt4x are functionally equivalent, but provide different levels of performance, as the POWER Gt4x has four additional processors that boost its performance to support the requirements of more demanding 3D graphics applications. The POWER Gt4 and POWER Gt4x support displays at a resolution of 1280x1024, including those that comply with Part 3 of the ISO 9241 ergonomic standard. These ergonomic displays provide users with improved viewing and physical comfort, minimized reflections, and sharper images. The POWER Gt4 and POWER Gt4x 8-bit adapters both require two Micro Channel slots while the 24-bit configuration for both requires an additional Micro Channel slot (total of 3 slots). The POWER Gt4 is suitable for applications such as: mechanical CAD, engineering analysis, architectural design, and geographical mapping. The POWER Gt4x is suitable for these areas as well as 3D mechanical CAD, fluid dynamics, reservoir simulations, and molecular modeling.
Frame buffer: POWER Gt4 8-Bit (#2795) - Double 8-bit (two 8-bit buffers)
POWER Gt4 24-Bit (#2796) - Double 24-bit (two 24-bit buffers)
POWER Gt4x 8-Bit (#2790) - Double 8-bit (two 8-bit buffers)
POWER Gt4x 24-Bit (#2791) - Double 24-bit (two 24-bit buffers)
Z-Buffer: 24-bit
Overlay planes: 2
Advanced Hardware functions: dithering (8-bit), depth cueing, antialiased lines, Gouraud shading, local lighting, NURBS
API support: Xlib, GKS, Display PostScript, GL, graPHIGS, PEXlib
Maximum adapters per system: 1
Options: The POWER Gt4 8-Bit to 24-Bit Upgrade (#2792) - Provides an upgrade to a double 24-bit frame buffer for both the 8-bit POWER Gt4 and 8-bit POWER Gt4x. This upgrade requires one additional Micro Channel slot.
POWER Gt4 Performance Upgrade (#2794) - Boosts the performance of the Gt4 to that of the Gt4x and requires no additional Micro Channel slots. This option is a daughter card which attaches to the adapter.

7235 POWER GTO (Models 01i and 02i)

The 7235 POWER GTO subsystem is a high-performance 3D color graphics adapter. The GTO has its own product number (7235) and cannot be ordered as a feature. The POWER GTO is available in two different models, Model 01i which provides a double 8-bit frame buffer and Model 02i which provides a double 24-bit frame buffer. These models allow 256 or approximately 16.7 million simultaneous colors, respectively, from a palette of approximately 16.7 million. Model 02i additionally provides an enhanced shading processor (Model 01i does not have a shading processor) and a standard 24-bit Z-Buffer for the support of hidden line and surface removal. Model 02i also provides subpixel antialiasing of lines in hardware. The POWER GTO models support a display resolution of 1280 x 1024, including monitors that comply with Part 3 of the ISO 9241 ergonomic standard. These ergonomic displays provide users with improved viewing and physical comfort, minimized reflections, and sharper images. The POWER GTO is an external subsystem that attaches to the RS/6000 system via the POWER GTO Accelerator (#4350) card which occupies one Micro Channel slot.

(#4350) POWER GTO Accelerator

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of November 4, 1994)

This card is ordered as a feature of the RS/6000 and is MANDATORY for support of the 7235 POWER GTO product. The POWER GTO is suitable for high-performance applications such as: high-end CAD design and analysis, entertainment graphics, scientific visualization, and aerospace applications.
Frame buffer: Model 01i - Double 8-bit (two 8-bit buffers)
Model 02i - Double 24-bit (two 24-bit buffers)
Z-Buffer: 24-bit (Model 02i)
Overlay planes: 4
Advanced Hardware functions: depth cueing (Model 02i), antialiased lines, Gouraud shading (Model 02i), local lighting (Model 02i), NURBS
API support: Xlib, GKS, Display PostScript, GL, graPHIGS, PEXlib
Maximum adapters per system: 1
Options: Model conversions for all of the POWER GTO Models (001, 002, 01i, 02i) are only available through RPQ.

(#2768) POWER Gt3i

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of September 19, 1995)

The POWER Gt3i feature supports 256 colors per pixel from a palette of 16.7 million colors. Custom IBM technology and two on-board processors are combined to provide the functional and performance characteristics described below. The Gt3i feature is packaged on a single card and requires one Micro Channel slot. The feature serves as a 32-Bit busmaster and supports busmaster data streaming mode. Cabling for monitor attachment is provided with the feature.

Characteristics:

Prerequisites:

In addition to the POWER Gt3i, a display meeting the ISO 9241 Part 3 requirements is also required to obtain the reduced flicker operation.

(#2800) System/370 Host Interface Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 30, 1998)

The System/370 Host Interface Adapter is designed to work as either a high-speed connection to the System/370 host for high speed file transfer or in conjunction with either the 5086 Attachment Adapter or the 5085 Attachment Adapter. The System /370 Host Interface Adapter (HIA) provides high-speed file transfer between the RS/6000 processor and the System/370 through a IBM 5088 Graphics Control Unit. Only one System/370 Host Interface Adapter per system is supported. This feature occupies one Micro Channel card slot.

(#2810) Graphics Input Device Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

The Graphics Input Device Adapter provides attachment of the IBM 6094 Model 010 Dials and the IBM 6094 Model 020 Lighted Program Function Keyboard. This two port card provides control lines as well as DC power to the attached devices. This feature occupies one Micro Channel card slot. Only one Graphics Input Device Adapter is supported per system.

(#2811) Graphics Input Device Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

This cable is made available for users who have previously purchased the IBM 6094 Dials Model 010 or the IBM 6094 Lighted Program Function Keyboard Model 020 or the IBM 5083 Tablet Models 021 and 022 for other IBM systems and who wish to attach these devices on the 7012 series. The cable is 2.1 meters (7 feet) in length.

Displays

(#3607) POWERdisplay 17

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of October 6, 1995)

The POWERdisplay 17 is a 17-inch high-resolution graphics raster scan color monitor. The POWERdisplay 17 (featuring a Trinitron** CRT) has a maximum viewable image size of 16.1 inches/409 mm measured diagonally. The POWERdisplay 17 is intended for high-resolution graphic applications and supports an Analog RGB and separate horizontal and vertical sync. The POWERdisplay provides sharp, bright, realistic colors with minimum distortion. Signal redrive is provided for all input signals. The antireflective CRT surface treatment virtually eliminates screen reflections while optimizing image quality.

The POWERdisplay 17 meets ISO 9241 Part 3 recommendations for Video Display Terminal (VDT) ergonomics and also meets Very Low Frequency Magnetic Field, (VLMF) and Extremely Low Frequency Magnetic Field,(ELMF) emission standards and virtually eliminates static discharge from the front of the screen. Operator controls for power, brightness, contrast, selectable screen formats, horizontal and vertical static convergence, vertical centering, and indicators are included in a front accessible panel. A tilt swivel base is standard.

Voltage/Power Cord: No specify code is required to order the default six feet Power Cord option. High voltage (200-240V 50Hz) and the appropriate power cord is automatically supplied based on the 3 digit country code.

(#3608) POWERdisplay 20

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of September 12, 1995)

The POWERdisplay 20 is a 20-inch high-resolution graphics raster scan color display. The POWERdisplay 20 (featuring a Trinitron** CRT) has a fixed image size of 19.1 inches/486 mm measured diagonally. The POWERdisplay 20 is intended for high-resolution graphics applications and supports an Analog RGB and separate horizontal and vertical sync. The POWERdisplay 20 provides sharp, bright, realistic colors with minimum distortion. It offers a high-contrast antiglare treatment that results in strikingly clear images. The POWERdisplay 20 adheres to the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) display power management signaling (DPMS) process. This function allows the display to reduce power consumption to 10 watts when the workstation power is off, allowing it to meet requirements for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) "Energy Star" program. The POWERdisplay 20 meets ISO 9241 Part 3 recommendations for VDT ergonomics and also meets Very Low Frequency Magnetic Field (VLMF), Extremely Low Frequency Magnetic Field (ELMF), Very Low Electrical Field (VLEF), and Extremely Low Electrical Field (ELEF) emission standards. It virtually eliminates static discharge from the front of the screen. Operator controls for power, brightness, contrast, image tilt, horizontal and vertical static convergence, geometry, vertical and horizontal centering, and indicators are included in a front accessible panel. A tilt swivel base is standard. The display automatically synchronizes with various screen formats.

Voltage/Power Cord: No specify code is required to order the default six foot power cord option. High voltage (200-240V 50Hz) and the appropriate power cord is automatically supplied based on the 3 digit country code.

(#3612) IBM P50 Color Monitor

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of July 18, 1997)

The IBM P50 Color Monitor (featuring a Trinitron** CRT) has a maximum image size of 13.6 inches/346mm measured diagonally. This high-quality premium monitor is designed to support a wide range of attachment platforms and display modes, utilizing microprocessor-controlled, multifrequency operation.

IBM P50 Color Monitors provide:

(#3613) IBM P70 Color Monitor

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of July 21, 1998)

The IBM P70 Color Monitor (featuring a Trinitron** CRT) has a maximum image size of 15.9 inches/403mm measured diagonally. This high-quality premium monitor is designed to support a wide range of attachment platforms and display modes, utilizing microprocessor-controlled, multifrequency operation.

IBM P70 Color Monitors provide:

(#3615) P201 Color Monitor

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of July 21, 1998)

The IBM P201 Color Monitor features a 20-inch Trinitron** CRT with a viewable image size of 19.1 inches (486 mm). This high-quality IBM top- of-the-line premium monitor is designed to support a wide range of attachment platforms and display modes, utilizing microprocessor- controlled, multifrequency operation.

IBM P201 Color Monitors provide: 

Attributes provided:  Color Display
Attributes required:  Graphics adapter and a Display Cable
For 7012-390:
  Minimum required:  0
  Maximum allowed:  1 per graphics adapter (Initial order max: same)
  AIX level required:  Does not apply
  Initial Order/MES/Both/Supported:  Both
 

(#3614) IBM P200 Color Monitor

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of July 21, 1998)

The IBM P200 Color Monitor (featuring a Trinitron** CRT) has a maximum image size of 19.1 inches/486mm measured diagonally. This high-quality premium monitor is designed to support a wide range of attachment platforms and display modes, utilizing microprocessor-controlled, multifrequency operation.

IBM P200 Color Monitors provide:

(#4234) 13W3 to 13W3 Display Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of December 3, 2001)

This cable attaches displays with 13W3 video connectors to graphics adapters with 13W3 connectors, that require '1010' ID Bits presented at the monitor interface.

(#4236) 13W3 to 3W3 Display Cable

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of September 8, 1999)

This cable attaches displays with 13W3 video connectors to graphics adapters with 3W3 connectors.

(#9004) Southern Hemisphere Specify for P50/P70/P200 Color Monitors

Specifies that a southern hemisphere model of the P50, P70, or P200 color monitor is required on the initial plant order.

Ruggedized Features

(#6532) Rack Mount/Environmentally-Hardened Option

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of July 18, 1997)

The Rack Mount/Environmentally-Hardened Option is available only with the initial plant order of the system and provides the additional hardware to allow it to be ruggedized and rack mounted into a standard 19 inch equipment rack.

This feature repackages the standard system operating hardware into a metal chassis and covers to allow it to operate in hostile environments. A card retention system and an advanced disk mounting system have been incorporated into the design to withstand increased vibration and shock. A higher capacity fan is used to enhance cooling. The fold down front bezel of the system contains a built-in foam block which fits over the diskette opening to block dust entry. Space is provided in the front bezel for an air filter.

These are the environmental specifications of a system when used with this feature: 

 VIBRATION/SHOCK:
 
   Random Vibration:  (Operational), all three axes.
   2.0 g's RMS, 10 Hz to 2.0 KHz, with Power Spectral Density (PSD)
        levels of 0.0027 g**2/Hz
   -6 dB/Oct for 1.0 KHz to 2.0 KHz
 
   Sine Vibration:  (Operational), all three axes.
   1.0 g's, 10 Hz to 2.0 KHz
 
   Shock:  (Operational), all three axes.
   12 g's, 1/2 sine, 10 msec.
 
 TEMPERATURE:  +5 to 32 degrees C - Operational
               +1 to 43 degrees C - Nonoperational
 
 HUMIDITY:  8% to 80%, noncondensing.
 
 ALTITUDE:  -1,000 to  7,000 feet - Operational
            -1,000 to 40,000 feet - Nonoperational
 
 EMC/EMI:  FCC CLASS A
 

(#6531) 19-inch Equipment Rack Mounting Hardware

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of July 18, 1997)

This feature provides mounting hardware to install your Rack Mount/Environmentally-Hardened system in an EMCOR Series 10, EMCOR ESQ, EMCOR 1 or equivalent 19-inch equipment rack. This feature is necessary if you plan to use your system under conditions of extreme vibration and shock. However, if you plan to use your system in a more "typical" office environment this hardware or another 19-inch rail may be used.

Prerequisites: This feature can only be ordered in conjunction with the Rack Mount/Environmentally-Hardened Option (#6532). Also, it is available with the initial plant order only.

Other Adapters

(#6300) Digital Trunk Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of July 18, 1997)

The Digital Trunk Adapter attaches one 9291 Single Digital Trunk Processor system or one 9295 Multiple Digital Trunk Processor system to a RS/6000 system. Each Digital Trunk Adapter will allow up to 24 T1 or 30 CEPT telephone channels to be attached to it.

Corequisites: Direct Talk Version 1.6 LPP is required for Device Driver support with AIX 4.1. 

Attributes provided: 24 T1 telephone channels
          OR
          30 CEPT telephone channels
Attributes required: 1 Micro Channel slot
 

(#6301) M-Audio Capture and Playback Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 6, 1995)

The RS/6000 M-Audio Capture and Playback Adapter provides the capability to record and playback high-quality sound. The adapter works with standard audio input devices, including microphone, compact disc and cassette players. The sound can be played back through a variety of devices, including headphones, speakers and amplifiers. A maximum of four adapters per system may be installed. Each adapter requires one Micro Channel card slot.

(#6302) IBM Ultimedia Audio Adapter for the RS/6000

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

The Ultimedia* Audio Adapter for the RS/6000* provides a cost- effective, 16-bit audio adapter suitable for many applications, such as: business audio, multimedia desktop authoring, presentation audio and desktop collaboration.

The Ultimedia Audio Adapter for the RS/6000 is packaged on a single 1/2-length microchannel card and supports 3rd party DMA for data transfer.

A coded chip supports the conversion of data between digital audio formats and analog audio signals. The coded based solution adds to the flexibility of the audio solution in that the RS/6000 RISC based system processor completes the remaining tasks of supporting the audio functionality at a higher level than the more standard hardware intensive audio adapters.

The IBM Ultimedia Audio Adapter for the RS/6000 provides support for standard input/output devices, including audio players, microphones, and speakers through connectors on the card's rear panel.

MACHINE REQUIREMENTS: One Microchannel slot is required (half length).

LIMITATIONS: A maximum of two audio adapters may be installed on R10, R20, and R24 systems. A maximum of one audio adapter may be installed on all other system units.

COMPATIBILITY: This adapter supports audio formats compatible with the M-ACPA, (FC 6301); except IBM ADPCM, 8-bit signed or 2's complement, or 16-bit unsigned.

(#6305) Digital Trunk Dual Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of April 26, 1999)

The Digital Trunk Dual Adapter attaches up to two 9291 Single Digital Trunk Processor systems or 9295 Multiple Digital Trunk Processor systems to a RS/6000 system. Each Digital Trunk Dual Adapter will allow up to 48 T1 or 60 CEPT telephone channels to be attached to it.

Corequisites: Direct Talk Version 1.6 LPP is required for Device Driver support with AIX 4.1. 

Attributes provided: 24 T1 telephone channels
          OR
          30 CEPT telephone channels
Attributes required: 1 Micro Channel slot
 

(#2400) M-Video Capture Adapter

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of January 6, 1995)

The M-Video Capture Adapter provides the capability to capture, display, and digitize high-quality video images for use in presentations and applications.

The adapter accepts video input signals through a multipin connection on the adapter. The on-board processor converts the analog signal to a digital format that can be manipulated, compressed and stored for later use.

The video adapter also contains output connectors, for attachment to a monitor, which allow the user to view captured images during the capturing process. The adapter display capability is not required to run presentations containing captured images.

The video adapter end-bracket contains a 20-pin connector. The associated cable, included with the adapter, supports input/output jacks for connection to RGB (Red-Green-Blue), NTSC (National Television Standard Code, also known as Composite Video) and Y/C (Luminance/Chrominance) devices. The Y/C capability allows the user to capture a significantly higher quality image than those available from NTSC. Y/C devices, such as Super VHS video cameras and VCRs, are now emerging in the video marketplace. The adapter accepts input from devices that meet the following standards/specifications:

The M-Video Capture Adapter outputs to devices with the following output standards/specifications:

Input/Output Connectors

Resolution: 640x480x16

Each adapter requires one Micro Channel card slot. A maximum of two adapters per system is supported.

Due to mechanical interference, the system unit rear cover cannot be attached to the system unit while the M-VCA primary I/O attachment cable is installed.

Cable Orders: All cables sold by IBM for use with this adapter are included with the product. Cables for input/output device connection are the customer's responsibility.

Keyboards and Mouse

(#6010) Keyboard - 101 Keys

(No Longer Available as of February 6, 1998)

Supports 101 keys, speaker, and double-rate typematic default speed for the cursor keys. A detachable 3 meter (9.8 feet) cable is included.

Keyboard - 102 Keys

(No Longer Available as of February 6, 1998)

The 102 keyboard supports 102 keys, speaker, and double-rate typematic default speed for cursor keys. A detachable 3-meter (9.8 feet) cable is included.

Keyboard - 104 Keys

(No Longer Available as of February 6, 1998)

The 104 keyboard supports 104 keys, speaker, and double-rate typematic default speed for cursor keys. A detachable 3 meter (9.8 feet) cable is included.

Keyboard - 106 Keys

(No Longer Available as of February 6, 1998)

The 106 keyboard supports 106 keys, speaker and double-rate typematic default speed for cursor keys. A detachable 3-meter (9.8 feet) cable is included.

(#6599) Optional Keyboard Cable with Speaker

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

(#6600) Quiet Touch Keyboard, US English, #103P

(For IBM, No Longer Available as of March 26, 2004)

(#6601) Quiet Touch Keyboard, French, #189

(For IBM, No Longer Available as of March 26, 2004)

(#6602) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Italian, #142

(For IBM, No Longer Available as of March 26, 2004)

(#6603) Quiet Touch Keyboard, German/Austrian, #129

(For IBM, No Longer Available as of March 26, 2004)

(#6604) Quiet Touch Keyboard, UK English, #166

(For IBM, No Longer Available as of March 26, 2004)

(#6605) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Spanish, #172

(For IBM, No Longer Available as of March 26, 2004)

(#6606) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Japanese, #194

(For IBM, No Longer Available as of March 26, 2004)

(#6607) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Brazilian Portuguese, #275

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

(#6608) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Canadian French, #058

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

(#6609) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Belgian/French, #120

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of April 26, 2002)

(#6610) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Belgian/UK-Flemish, #120

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of April 26, 2002)

(#6611) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Swedish/Finnish, #153

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of April 26, 2002)

(#6612) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Danish, #159

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of April 26, 2002)

(#6613) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Bulgarian, #442

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

(#6614) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Swiss,French/German, #150f/g

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of April 26, 2002)

(#6616) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Norwegian, #155

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of April 26, 2002)

(#6617) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Dutch, #143

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

(#6618) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Portuguese, #163

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

(#6619) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Greek, #319

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of April 26, 2002)

(#6620) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Hebrew, #212

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of April 26, 2002)

(#6621) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Hungarian, #208

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

(#6622) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Icelandic, #197

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

(#6623) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Polish, #214

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

(#6624) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Romanian, #446

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

(#6625) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Slovakian, #245

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

(#6626) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Czech, #243

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

(#6627) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Turkish, #179

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

(#6628) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Turkish, #440

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

(#6629) Quiet Touch Keyboard, LA Spanish, #171

(For IBM, No Longer Available as of March 26, 2004)

(#6630) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Arabic, #238

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of April 26, 2002)

(#6632) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Serbian-Cyrillic, #118

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

(#6633) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Korean, #413

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of April 26, 2002)

(#6634) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Chinese/US, #467

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of April 26, 2002)

(#6635) Quiet Touch Keyboard, French Canadian, #445

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

(#6636) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Thailand, #191

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

(#6638) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Russian, #443

(For IBM, No Longer Available as of March 26, 2004)

(#6639) Quiet Touch Keyboard, Croatian, #105

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

(#6640) Quiet Touch Keyboard, US English ISO9995, #103P(EMEA)

(For IBM, No Longer Available as of March 26, 2004)

Other Features

(#6041) 3-Button Mouse

(For IBM, No Longer Available as of March 26, 2004)

The 3-Button Mouse is a dynamic tracking pointing device which utilizes opto-mechanical technology. Resolution is 320 dpi. A 2.74 meter (8 feet) attachment cord is included.

(#5005) Software Preload

The most current release of the AIX Version 3 for the RS/6000 operating system is preloaded on the disk when defined on the initial plant order.

(#3750) Diagnostic Wrap Plugs

(For IBM US, No Longer Available as of March 19, 1999)

This feature provides diagnostic wrap plugs for testing the Serial, Parallel, and Ethernet ports. A storage container is included.

Feature Exchanges

Not available.
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Accessories

Security Cable (P/N 31F4155)

Assists in the physical security of the IBM RS/6000 system by providing a cable that attaches to the rear cover of the workstation. The Security Cable consists of a 60 inch long, 1/8-inch plastic-coated hardened stainless steel cable with a hardened stainless steel clip that attaches through a slot in the back of the workstation. A loop is provided on the other end of the cable to attach or lock the cable to a secure fixture in the customer location. A metal plate is also provided to reinforce the rear cover where the clip is inserted. Instructions are included.

Customer Replacement Parts

Not available.
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Machine Elements

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Supplies

Supplies can be purchased from LEXMARK International Supplies Dealers.

Supplemental Media

Not available.

Trademarks

(R), (TM), * Trademark or registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.

** Company, product, or service name may be a trademark or service mark of others.

UNIX is a registered trademark in the United States and other countries licensed exclusively through X/Open Company Limited.
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