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HP 3000 Series 947, 957, 967, 987, 987/150 Plus

Technical Data

HP 3000 Computer Systems

The HP 3000 Series 9x7 Plus systems are high performance mid-
range members of the HP 3000 family of business computers and are
available in two packages--the 9x7RX (four I/O slots) with the
947 through 987/150, and the 9x7SX (twelve I/O slots) with the
947 through 987/150.  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, windows-based OpenView PC
console, memory, disk, tape backup, and operating system with
selected System Management software and optional Performance
Management software comes preinstalled 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.  These systems also support
from 1.0 Gbyte to 6 Gbytes of next generation high capacity disk
drives inside the system package.

Features:

o  Single-chip CMOS CPU single-board processor
o  ECC memory expandable to    384, 512, or 768 Mbytes
o  Up to 250 Gbytes of mass storage with external disk drives
o  Integrated Digital Data Storage tape backup unit with
   2.0  Gbytes per cassette (uncompressed)
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 an attractive cabinet.  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.

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 (uncompressed)
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 up to two 3.5-inch disk drive units or
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 300,000 hours)
o  1.0 or 2.0 Gbyte formatted disk
o  Extensive use of HP's state-of-the-art VLSI processes

Table of Specifications

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

                      S967RX   S967SX   S987RX   S987SX
Processor Type        CMOS     CMOS     CMOS     CMOS
Relative Performance  2.0      2.0      3.2      3.2
Max logged-on users   900      900      1200     1500
I/O expansion slots   4        12       4        12
Floating Pt Co-proc   Opt      Opt      Std      Std
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   1.0/68   1.0/98
Max emb disk (GB)     6.0      6.0      6.0      6.0

                      S987/150RX        S987/150SX
Processor Type        CMOS              CMOS
Relative Performance  4.5               4.5
Max logged-on users   1700              1700
I/O expansion slots   4                 12
Floating Pt Co-proc   Std               Std
Std/Max memory (MB)   64/768            64/768
Cache (KB)            1024              1024
Std/Max disk (GB)     1.0/68            1.0/98
Max emb disk (GB)     6.0               6.0

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 987 and 987/150 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.

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 DTC72MX can
support up to 72 directly connected RS-232 or RS-423 ports, or 72
modem ports, or a combination of the three.  The DTC16iX supports
16 directly connected RS-232 or RS-423 ports.  Direct connect
ports can be replaced by modem ports in blocks of 8.

Systems management

The HP 3000 Corporate Business Systems have robust functionality
for managing large data center environments. Available from
Hewlett-Packard and its third party partners is a wide variety of
systems management solutions in the areas of performance
management, system accounting and configuration, security,
availability, operations control and storage management.

HP OpenView Systems and Network Management
HP OpenView System Manager provides a flexible, integrated
approach to systems and network management and a consistent
management framework for an organization's entire network of
information and computing resources. Through exception-based
system management, operators are notified of system events
graphically and automatically by the HP OpenView network map.
Operators can define which events to report, providing
flexibility and eliminating unwanted notifications. The HP
OpenView console is a version of HP OpenView System Manager that
provides the benefits of OpenView for a single HP 3000 system.
Task-based filtering of events lets the operator focus on
specific categories of messages all at once, e.g. all tape
messages, and an automatic response feature brings the system one
step closer to being self-managing. The HP OpenView console is
standard on the Series 9x7 Plus systems.

High availability
Unplanned downtime is minimized by AutoRestart/iX which
automatically and immediately saves the system state after a
software failure, and system availability is further improved by
TurboSTORE/iX II, which provides high-speed, unattended, on-line
backup. TurboSTORE/iX and AutoRestart/iX are standard on the
Series 9x7 Plus systems.

Performance management

HP GlancePlus, a performance monitoring and diagnostic software
tool for the HP 3000, provides information on current system
resource usage and process activity to help system managers and
operators quickly isolate and resolve performance bottlenecks
when they occur. HP LaserRX software provides the comprehensive
system activity information needed to manage your HP 3000 system
for optimal performance, helping to contain costs, streamline
data processing operations, and efficiently deliver defined
levels of service. RXForecast works with LaserRX to support
ongoing capacity planning and to allow you to perform regular
system resource forecasting. All three of these performance
management tools are optional on the Series 9x7 Plus systems.

Security
Operating system security is an essential component of system
management. To protect your system from unauthorized access and
data corruption, the HP 3000 provides robust system security. The
operating system is designed so that the user capabilities, the
account structure, the file system, and system security are
integrated. All MPE/iX systems provide Department of Defense
(DoD) C2 functionality when combined with a user interface
package. Every file and device can optionally have an access
control definition (ACD), which specifies which users have access
to that file or device. An ACD can restrict read, write,, and
append access, and can restrict printing access to a particular
device to a specific user or set of users. System security is
further augmented with multi-level logon access security and
auditing.

Open Systems Functionality

All HP 3000 900 systems provide OLTP performance and
functionality while also supporting industry and de facto
standards.  The HP 3000 provides interoperability networking
(ARPA, OSI and IBM SNA services) and application portability
through standard application programming interfaces (POSIX,
industry and defacto standard languages and relational database
management systems).

Industry standard networking

HP networking solutions are based on defacto and industry
standards.  These standards include:  Open Systems Interconnect
(OSI); Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP);
Systems Network Architecture (SNA), and the Open Software
Foundation's Distributed Computing Environment (OSF/DCE).  A
networking solution based on standards enables effective
communication between a variety of computer systems. In addition,
it protects your current computer equipment investment and gives
you the flexibility to choose the best technologies and
applications for your future needs.

System-to-system communications

For system-to-system communications, the HP 3000 has a complete
offering of local and wide-area networking services.  ARPA
Services, NFS, and NCS allow for transparent file access, file
transfer, and sharing of resources in a TCP/IP environment.  In
OSI networks, FTAM allows users to transfer files between
different vendor computers.  In addition, the
HP 3000's X.400 product, based on the industry standard OSI
model, lets users send and receive electronic mail messages
across a multivendor environment.  For HP 3000 to HP 3000
communication, HP Network services provides virtual terminal and
file transfer capabilities.

Desktop integration

The HP 3000's family of PC Networking products (Novell Netware
and LAN Manager) enable PC users to access enterprise-wide
information and computing resources.  This provides users with
the best of both worlds:  access to PC applications plus access
to the power and resources of the HP 3000.

Networking foundation

HP 3000 Networking Services and PC Networking products are
supported over industry standard links:  Ethernet/802.3, and
Token Ring for local-area communication and X.25 for wide-area
connection.  NS Point-to-Point is also supported for a direct
connection between HP 3000 systems.

IBM coexistence

For seamless integration into an IBM computing environment, the
HP 3000 offers a complete array of SNA and BSC connectivity
products, including:  interactive communication products SNA IMF
for 3270 emulation and SNA DHCF for IBM 3270 access to the HP
3000; batch communication products SNA/RJE and BSC RJE; LU 6.2 PU
2.1 API for program-to-program communications; and electronic
mail communications through either SNADs or X.400.  SNA/SDLC
Link, BSC Link and SNA/X.25 provide the link for HP-to-IBM
communication in SNA and Bisync environments.

Information management

The HP 3000 has several database management products for
information storage.  HP ALLBASE/SQL is HP's 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.

Environmental specifications

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

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

AC Power Input        Nominal       Range           Rated Current
Voltage/Frequency
                      100-120V,     90-132 VAC/     12A
                      50/60Hz       47-63 Hz
                      220-240V,     180-264 VAC/    6A
                      50/60Hz       47-63 Hz

Power Dissipation:    2766BTU/hr

Physical Dimensions           917LX-947LX
                      Height: 430 mm (16.9 in.)
                      Width:  444 mm (17.4 in.)
                      Depth:  533 mm (21 in.)
                      Weight: 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 +45C
                                                    (-40 to 113F)

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:            5.8 bels (A) sound power below 30 C


Learning products

All 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 HP 3000 products.  Contact your HP
sales representative for details on available support services.

Ordering information

These HP 3000 systems include 64 Mbytes of main memory, one 1.0
Gbyte embedded disk drive, one 2.0 Gbyte DDS embedded tape drive,
one windows-based OpenView PC console, one integrated
SCSI/LAN/Console interface card, one blank DDS cassette tape, and
one cleaning tape.  Systems are available with two database
choices: Preconfigured (with IMAGE/SQL and ALLBASE/SQL) or
IMAGE/SQL 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.

Installation is included standard on all 9x7 systems.

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

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Hewlett-Packard Company 1993
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