KZMSA Adapter

This document, the KZMSA Adapter Installation Guide, provides comprehensive instructions for installing the KZMSA (SCSI I/O) adapter into the XMI plug-in unit of DEC 7000 or 10000 AXP systems. It covers:

• Getting Started: An overview of the required kits (KZMSA-AB and CK-KZMSA-LA), additional hardware needs, and an introduction to SCSI concepts, including the "fast synchronous transfer" option.
• Installation: Detailed, step-by-step procedures for safely installing the adapter into the XMI card cage, attaching the SCSI cable connector assembly to the bulkhead, and connecting the cables to the XMI backplane.
• Verification: Procedures for using the power-up self-test to verify correct installation.
• Configuration: Guidance on using the Loadable Firmware Update (LFU) utility to enable the "fast SCSI" (Fast Synchronous Transfer) option for optimized performance based on cable length constraints.
• Grounding: Essential grounding rules for multi-cabinet configurations to ensure safety and prevent data corruption.