This manual documents functionality for the MPE/iX releases, for HP e3000
systems. It describes the concepts and terminology needed to design an NS
3000/iX network and to plan the configuration process for that network. It also
provides step-by-step instructions to assist you in configuring the network
links for HP e3000 systems.
Audience
This manual is intended for network managers and planners who are responsible
for setting up and configuring a communications network.
To make the best use of this guide, you should be familiar with basic MPE
commands as well as with the NS 3000/iX product.
You should also be familiar with NMMGR, the tool used to configure network
connections. If not, refer to Using the Node Management Services (NMS)
Utilities for information.
Special Note
MPE/iX, Multiprogramming Executive with Integrated POSIX, is the latest in a
series of forward-compatible operating systems for the HP e3000 line of
computers.
In HP documentation and in talking with HP e3000 users, you will encounter
references to MPE XL, the direct predecessor of MPE/iX. MPE/iX is a superset of
MPE XL. All programs written for MPE XL will run without change under MPE/iX.
You can continue to use MPE XL system documentation, although it may not refer
to features added to the operating system to support POSIX (for example,
hierarchical directories).
Finally, you may encounter references to MPE V, which is the operating system
for HP e3000s, not based on the PA_RISC architecture. MPE V software can be run
on the PA_RISC HP e3000s in what is known as compatibility mode.
Organization
This manual is divided into the following chapters and appendixes:
provides information you should know before you begin configuration.
describes networking concepts and provides information you need to know
to plan your configuration.
will help you draw your network map and fill out network worksheets as
you plan your network, internetwork, gateway, and network directory
configuration.
NS 3000/iX Operations and Maintenance Reference Manual
NS 3000/iX Error Messages Reference Manual
NetIPC 3000/XL Programmer's Reference Manual
Berkeley Sockets/iX Reference Manual
Using NS 3000/iX Network Services
Datacommunica-tions and Terminal Subsystem
Configuring Systems for Terminals, Printers, and Other Serial Devices
and Troubleshooting Terminal, Printer, and Serial Device ConnectionsUsing the OpenView DTC Manager
General Information
System Startup, Configuration, and Shutdown Reference ManualMPE/iX Commands Reference Manual
Hardware Installation Guides
PCI 100Base-T Network Adapter Installation and Service Guide
HP-PB 100Base-T Network Adapter Installation and Service Guide
8-Port Serial PCI ACC Multiplexer Installation and User's Guide
HP-PB 100VG-AnyLAN Network Adapter Installation and Service Guide
HP-IB FDDI Adapter Installation Guide
HP e3000/iX Network Planning and Configuration Guide