Power Tools 1993 November - Disc 1/Power Tools Plus (Disc 1 of 2)(November 1993)(HP).iso/3khw/50912473/50912473.txt

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HP 3000 Series 917, 927, 937, 947, 957, 967, 977, 987

Technical Data

HP 3000 Computer Systems

The HP 3000 Series 9x7 systems are high performance entry to mid-range
members of the HP 3000 family of business computers and are available in
three packages-the 9x7LX (two I/O slots) is offered with the 917 through
947, the 9x7RX (four I/O slots) with the 937 through 967, and the 9x7SX
(twelve I/O slots) with the 937 through 987. These systems take
advantage of HP Precision Architecture-RISC (PA-RISC) and powerful VLSI
technology to set new standards for cost effective, high  performance.
Offering a range of processor performance, packaging, and user license
options, the systems allow you to purchase for your needs today yet grow
easily. Your investment is protected by the ability to increase
computing power through simple processor board upgrades, or increase
your I/O capacity via easy chassis upgrades.

Since these systems are compatible with other HP 3000 systems, a
multitude of business solutions are available making them ideal
computing systems for small to medium sized businesses, departments and
remote office locations.

The entire system including CPU, memory, disk, tape backup, and
operating system comes preconfigured from the factory in a compact,
integrated package which fits into an office environment. The system,
along with external peripherals, can also be rack mounted in a compact
1.1 or 1.6 meter cabinet.

By using state of the art technologies, these systems provide a low cost
of ownership.  A high speed, high capacity integrated Digital Data
Storage (DDS) tape drive provides the performance of half-inch magnetic
tape backup at a much lower cost.  The DDS backup unit allows many
system configurations to be backed up on a single cassette, eliminating
the need for an operator to be present during backup operations.  The
fourteen systems also support from 1.0 Gbyte to 6 Gbytes of next
generation high capacity disk drives inside the system package.

Server versions of these systems combine the HP 3000Æs strength in
transaction processing with client-server applications, services and
tools for PC users.  The Server versions run all current HP3000
applications.  They also offer tools to enhance existing V/Plus
applications with Microsoft Windows and New Wave PC graphical user
interfaces.  In addition, the Servers can provide the capabilities to
configure and administer PCs, to backup PCs, and allow PC users to share
files and peripherals.

Features:

o Single-chip CMOS CPU single-board processor
o ECC memory expandable to 192, 384, 512, or 768 Mbytes
o Up to 98 Gbytes of mass storage with external disk drives
o Integrated Digital Data Storage tape backup unit with 2.0 Gbytes
  per cassette
o Battery backup, automatic power fail recovery
o Standard office power and cooling requirements
o The HP 3000 Operating System and HP subsystem software pre-loaded
  on all models

HP Precision Architecture-RISC

All HP 3000 900 Series systems use HP Precision Architecture-RISC (PA-
RISC) to achieve high performance and reliability at a low cost.  PA-
RISC is based on the concept of reduced instruction set computing
(RISC), a design approach that leads to greatly simplified computers
optimized to provide the highest performance for a given integrated
circuit technology.  In addition to offering higher performance, the
inherent simplicity of PA-RISC means lower cost and higher reliability
because machines can be implemented with fewer components.  At the core
of PA-RISC is an instruction set containing 140 carefully selected,
fixed format instructions. Because the instruction set is simple,
instructions are hardwired directly into the central processing unit
(CPU).  This eliminates the need for microcode and the necessity to
decode complex instructions.  PA-RISC utilizes a load/store design to
reduce the number of relatively slow memory accesses, as most operations
are performed register-to-register.  To further enhance performance,
optimizing compilers are used to schedule instructions and manage the
instruction pipeline. With hardwired control, a load/store design, and
optimizing compilers, one instruction is executed with virtually every
clock cycle.  Single-cycle execution provides much of the performance
benefit of PA-RISC over traditional architectures. PA-RISC also
incorporates many other extensions to RISC which greatly enhance its
functionality such as extended addressing and memory-mapped I/O.

System packaging

The systems are available in one of two compact, attractive cabinets.
Series 917LX through 947LX systems use a small cabinet measuring 0.4
meters high and 0.2 meters wide. The cabinet has been uniquely designed
to hold an entire modular system in the space of a desktop personal
computer maximizing the efficiency of office or computer room space. It
is capable of holding the SPU, a digital data storage device, and one
disk drive.

Series 937RX through 987SX systems use a larger package offering more
room for expansion as well as more integrated peripherals. This package
measures .4 meters high and .4 meters wide. It is capable of holding the
SPU, a digital data storage device, and up to four disk drives in a
space smaller than a two drawer filing cabinet.

1.1 and 1.6 meter cabinets are also available in which the system,
additional external disk storage, tape backup, and a Datacommunications
and Terminal Controller (DTC) may be racked to house an entire system
configuration.

Field Upgrades

Simple processor and package upgrades are available to allow you to grow
from one system to another. Through an easy processor board or chassis
swap, you can increase your system performance, expandibility, or both
protecting your initial investment.
Memory subsystem

The memory subsystem uses either 1 Mbit, 4 Mbit, or 16 Mbit fast-page
mode dynamic RAMs and is expandable in 8, 16, 32, 64, or 128 Mbyte
increments.  Refer to the specification table below for specific memory
sizes. Main memory has battery backup to ensure that information is
maintained for a minimum of 15 minutes in the event of an interruption
in AC power.

Digital Data Storage

The Digital Data Storage tape backup unit integrated with each system
provides high capacity storage on a standard audio DAT cassette,
measuring only 73 by 54 by 10.5 mm. With TurboSTORE/XL II data
compression, up to 8 Gbytes can be stored on a single cassette. This
large capacity storage on a single DAT cassette eliminates the need for
operator intervention during backup and offers a convenient and compact
storage medium.

The DDS tape drive offers these features:

o 2.0 Gbyte capacity on a 120-minute (90m) tape
o Typical transfer rate of 11 Mbytes/minute
o A 512 Kbyte data buffer to maintain host transfer rate
o Automatic error detection and correction
o Three levels of Error Correcting Code (ECC)
o Standard 3.5-inch form factor

Disk storage

The systems take advantage of the state-of-the-art disk storage devices
by integrating from one to three 5.25-inch disk drive units into the
system and supporting up to 98 Gbytes with external disk storage
devices. The storage devices offer reliable, high capacity, high
performance, random access mass storage. This is accomplished by the
use of advanced electronics which reduce the component count and improve
reliability. Key features of the integrated disk drives include:
o High reliability (MTBF over 150,000 hours)
o 1.0 or 2.0 Gbyte formatted disk
o Extensive use of HPÆs state-of-the-art VLSI processes

System organization

The processor communicates with I/O via the HP Precision Bus.  The
Precision Bus provides a 32-bit data path and can support data transfer
rates of 20 Mbytes/second average or 32 Mbytes/second peak.  The
Precision Bus supports Programmable Serial Interface (PSI) cards
allowing 900 Series HP 3000 systems to be linked to other computers in a
distributed computing environment. The Precision Bus also supports I/O
interfaces to peripheral devices and local area network links.

System processors

The system processors use a one-board set implemented with advanced VLSI
logic functions. With hardwired control, the systems are capable of
executing one instruction with every clock cycle. Separate instruction
and execution units facilitate pipelining and allow for efficient,
parallel use of processor resources.

The cache is a high-speed buffer for the CPU that minimizes the number
of relatively slow transactions with main memory. The systems use two
high-speed CPU caches, one for data and one for instructions.  Both
caches use a direct mapped scheme. Data modified in the cache is written
to main memory only when the processor requires other data to be in that
cache location, or when a direct memory access operation is performed
within that data area, or upon a power fail.

Instruction Pipelining

These systems are pipelined at the instruction level such that multiple
instructions can be operated on simultaneously. Excluding penalties for
cache misses, and branch instructions, the net effect is that one
instruction is completed with every clock cycle.

Floating Point coprocessor

A floating point coprocessor is available as an option on all Series 9x7
systems except the 987SX where it is integrated onto the CPU.  By
operating in parallel with the CPU the coprocessor increases performance
in applications that utilize floating point.

I/O subsystem

HP Precision Bus

The HP Precision Bus supports I/O expansion cards for interfacing to
peripheral devices and providing data communications functions.  The
Precision Bus runs synchronously with an 8-MHz clock, and can support
data transfer rates of up to 20 Mbytes/second average or 32
Mbytes/second peak.

Peripheral connections

Disks, tapes, and system printers are connected either via an industry
standard Small Computer Systems Interconnect (SCSI) channel card or a
Hewlett-Packard Interface Bus channel card which supports the 8 bit
wide, IEEE-488 standard Hewlett-Packard Interface Bus (HP-IB).  One SCSI
adapter is integrated into the system to provide connection for up to
seven peripheral devices. Each additional SCSI channel card supports up
to seven peripheral devices while HP-IB channel cards support up to six
peripheral devices. External disks can also be connected via HP Fiber
Optic Link interfaces (HP-FL). HP-FL interfaces using the


PB-FL card support up to eight external disks and are supported on all
Series 9x7 systems.

Workstation and serial printer connection

Connections for workstations, serial printers, and other serial devices
are provided via Datacommunications and Terminal Controllers (DTCs) that
are distributed over an IEEE 802.3 standard Local Area Network (LAN).
This flexible connection scheme allows DTCs to be situated in the
department that they service, saving the cost and effort of running
cables from the system processing unit to each workstation. The DTC48
can support up to 48 directly connected ports, or 36 modem ports, or a
combination of the two.  The DTC16 supports 16 directly connected ports,
or 12 modem ports, or a combination of the two.

PCÆs can also be connected to the HP 3000 through HP LAN Manager and
Novell NetWare LANs. Physical connections can be via HP EtherTwist
which is a local area networking scheme using unshielded twisted pair
(or phone wire).

Both workstations that are connected via a DTC, and PCs that are
connected via a LAN can communicate with HP 3000 systems and servers
sharing the same LAN.

Terminal connections are not supported on the standard Server versions.
Instead all PC workstations are connected to the server via a LAN.
Terminal connections can be added to the Servers by purchasing an
additional terminal connection software product.

Open Systems Functionality

The HP 3000 900 Series systems provide OLTP performance and
functionality while supporting industry and de facto standards. The HP
3000 supports X/OpenÆs open systems definition by providing
interoperable networking (ARPA, OSI and IBM SNA services) and
application portability through application programming interfaces
(APIs).  In addition, the HP 3000 supports de facto market standards
such as MicrosoftÆs LAN Manager and NovellÆs NetWare for PC Integration,
as well as SQL Access for interoperable relational databases.

System-to-system datacommunications

HP NS XL Network Services provide virtual terminal, network file
transfer, remote file and data base access, network interprocess
communication, and remote process management between HP 3000s on an IEEE
802.3 Local Area Network using HP LAN Link/XL; or over wide areas using
the HP DTC X.25 Network Link or the HP NS Point-to-Point Link.

HP SNA/SDLC Link/XL and HP BSC Link/XL are provided for HP-to-IBM system
communication in SNA and Bisync environments respectively.  Network
services over these links include HP SNA IMF/XL for SNA 3270 emulation;
HP SNA NRJE/XL for SNA remote job entry; HP LU 6.2 API/XL, an LU 6.2
program-to-program application interface; HP SNA Distributed Host
Command Facility/XL (HP SNA DHCF/XL) for IBM 3270/PC access to the HP
3000; and BSC RJE/XL for Bisync remote job entry.

Information management

The HP 3000 has several database management products for information
storage.  HP ALLBASE/SQL is HPÆs strategic relational database
management system (RDMS) for HP 3000 900 Series systems.  This database
is based on the industry standard, SQL. In addition, leading third party
relational database management solutions are also supported.  HP
IMAGE/SQL is a networked database management system with your choice of
a standard TurboIMAGE or SQL interface that provides the best DBMS
performance on HP 3000 systems. Software developers are provided with a
rich selection of programming languages and CASE tools that support
these databases. Reporting and presentation tools are available to
allow access to the stored data without programming.

Learning Products

Series 917LX through Series 947LX systems ship with a streamlined manual
set covering installation and basic system operation and maintenance.
All other 9x7 systems are shipped with an expanded set of manuals
covering a wider range of system operation and management tasks to aid
in efficient operation of the system.

Additional manual sets covering more advanced system management
functions, administration tasks, HP 3000 programming environments, and
other topics are available and must be ordered separately.

System software and supported peripherals

For a list of supported system software and peripherals, refer to the
"900 Series HP 3000 Supported Products Listing."

Support services

A wide range of hardware and software support services are available
worldwide for all HP3000 products. Contact your HP sales representative
for details on available support services.

Environmental specifications

Regulatory            UL Listed, ETL Listed, CSA Certified, compliant
Compliance            with EN 60950. Contact local HP Sales
                      representative for European Datacom license
                      numbers.

Electromagnetic       Complies with FCC Rules and Regulations, Part 15,
Interference          Subpart J, as a Class A computing device.
                      ManufacturerÆs Declaration to EN55022.  VCC1
                      Registered

AC Power Input        917LX-967LX:                               Rated
Voltage/Frequency     Nominal             Range                  Current
                      --------------------------------------------------
                      100-120V, 50/60Hz   90-132 VAC/47-63 Hz    6.5A
                      220-240V, 50/60Hz   180-264 VAC/47-63 Hz   3.5A

                      937-987:                                   Rated
                      Nominal             Range                  Current
                      --------------------------------------------------
                      100-120V, 50/60Hz   90-132 VAC/47-63 Hz    12A
                      220-240V, 50/60Hz   180-264 VAC/47-63 Hz   6A

Power Dissipation:    917LX-967LX: 1383 BTU/hr
                      937-987: 2766BTU/hr

Physical Dimensions             917LX-967LX            937 - 987
                                ----------------------------------------
                      Height:   430 mm (16.9 in.)      430 mm (16.9 in.)
                      Width:    222 mm (8.7 in.)       444 mm (17.4 in.)
                      Depth:    533 mm (21 in.)        533 mm (21 in.)
                      Weight:   31.8 kg (70 lbs)       50 kg (110 lbs)

Temperature:          Operating: +5 to +40 C (41 to 104 F)
                      Non-operating: -40 to +65 C (-40 to 149 F)
                      Non-operating (with tape media):-40 to +45 C
                                                     (-40 to 113 F)

Relative Humidity:    Operating: 20% to 80%, non-condensing
                      Non-operating: 5% to 80%, non-condensing,
                                     maximum wet bulb = 26 C

Altitude (operating): To 3.0 km (10,000 feet)

Battery Backup Time:  Minimum 15 minutes

Acoustics:            917LX-947LX: 5.5 bels (A) sound power below 30 C
                      937RX-987SX: 5.8 bels (A) sound power below 30 C

Ordering information

These HP 3000 systems include 32 or 64 Mbytes of main memory, one 1.0
Gbyte embedded disk drive, one 2.0 Gbyte DDS embedded tape drive, one HP
700/96 console with cable, one integrated SCSI/LAN/Console interface
card, one blank DDS cassette tape, and one cleaning tape.  Systems are
available with a variety of database choices: Preconfigured (with
IMAGE/SQL and ALLBASE/SQL), IMAGE/SQL only, ALLBASE/SQL only, and the
operating system only.  The HP 3000 operating system and any HP
subsystem software or database management product that is ordered will
be installed on the integrated disk prior to shipment. Return credit
product numbers are available when upgrading from other HP 3000 systems
to these systems.

HP 3000 Server versions include the fundamental operating system without
terminal support, NewWave System Services, server networking software
and MS-Windows-based user interface tools for V/Plus.

Installation is included standard on all 9x7 systems.

Table of Specifications

                      S917LX     S927LX     S937LX     S937RX     S937SX
                      --------------------------------------------------
Processor Type        CMOS       CMOS       CMOS       CMOS       CMOS
Rel. Perf.            1          1          1          1          1
Max logged-on users   8          20         64         64         64
I/O expansion slots   2          2          2          4          12
Floating Pt Co-proc   Opt.       Opt.       Opt.       Opt.       Opt.
Std/Max memory (MB)   32/192     32/192     32/192     32/384     32/384
Cache (KB)            96         96         96         96         96
Std/Max disk (GB)     1.0/40     1.0/40     1.0/40     1.0/68     1.0/98
Max emb disk (GB)     2.0        2.0        2.0        6.0        6.0

                      S947LX     S947RX     S947SX     S957RX     S957SX
                      --------------------------------------------------
Processor Type        CMOS       CMOS       CMOS       CMOS       CMOS
Relative Performance  1          1          1          1.6        1.6
Max logged-on users   530        530        530        850        850
I/O expansion slots   2          4          12         4          12
Floating Pt Co-proc   Opt        Opt        Opt        Opt        Opt
Std/Max memory (MB)   64/192     64/384     64/384     64/384     64/384
Cache (KB)            96         96         96         128        128
Std/Max disk (GB)     1.0/40     1.0/68     1.0/98     1.0/68     1.0/98
Max emb disk (GB)     2.0        6.0        6.0        6.0        6.0

                      S967RX     S967SX     S977SX     S987SX
                      --------------------------------------------------
Processor Type        CMOS       CMOS       CMOS       CMOS
Relative Performance  2.0        2.0        2.6        3.2
Max logged-on users   900        900        1050       1050
I/O expansion slots   4          12         12         12
Floating Pt Co-proc   Opt        Opt        Opt        Opt
Std/Max memory (MB)   64/512     64/512     64/768     64/768
Cache (KB)            512        512        512        512
Std/Max disk (GB)     1.0/68     1.0/98     1.0/98     1.0/98
Max emb disk (GB)     6.0        6.0        6.0        6.0

Technical information in this document is subject to change
without notice.

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