TOPS-10 DECnet and PSI

This document, the TOPS-10 DECnet and PSI Installation Guide (AA-P379B-TB), is intended for experienced system operators and software specialists. It provides comprehensive instructions for configuring and generating TOPS-10 networks, including DECnet and the Packetnet Switching Interface (PSI).

Key chapters include: * Network Configurations: Covers hardware and software requirements for KS and KL processors, including DN20 front ends. * Generating TOPS-10: Instructions for configuring the host monitor and GALAXY software. * Installing DN20 Nodes: Procedures for setting up DN20 communication software. * Configuring Network Nodes: Use of the NIPGEN program to define network structure. * Generating PSI Initialization Files: Configuration and setup for X.25/PSI network gateway operations. * Starting and Verifying Network Software: Procedures for loading, starting, and troubleshooting network software, including verifying network connectivity via tools like NIPTST and PSITST.

The manual also includes detailed appendices containing the syntax for the NETGEN and PSITST programs, as well as error message explanations and a glossary of terms.