VAXft Systems Model 810

This document, the VAXft Model 810 Operating Information, serves as a guide for users, operators, and system managers to operate the VAXft Model 810 fault-tolerant computer system. It outlines the system architecture, which utilizes a dual-zone approach for high availability and fault tolerance, including automatic failover and data redundancy. The document provides detailed procedures for:

• Controls and Indicators: Explains the zone control panels, logic modules, disk drawers, and storage arrays (RF35, SF35, SF73 series).
• Tape Operations: Details the use of the TF85C-BA tape drive, including loading/unloading CompacTape III cartridges and inspecting tape leaders.
• Tape Loader Operations: Describes the TF857-AA tape loader, including its modes of operation, the operator control panel, and magazine management.
• Console Operations: Outlines console operating modes (PIO and CIO), control characters, and the syntax for CIO console commands (such as BOOT, CLEAR, DEPOSIT, EXAMINE, etc.) for system initialization and diagnostics.

The manual is structured for experienced system personnel and includes a documentation map to help locate further information on hardware, software, and services.