Hi:
Just wanted to say hello to everyone in the group. I am a new member, so be gentle I have a MicroVAX 3800 system that is sick right now, and I am sure someone in the group can help me. My computer no longer will boot to DUA0, and the show device command no longer lists the RF71.............HELP!!!
Hi Steve:
Yes, the system was working before, and I had just gotten to the point of entering some short DCL programs. My intention was to learn DCL better. When it failed it was an overnight thing. I have tried re-seating the boards but no luck. I will try again. I am very new at all this. I have no extra parts to speak of. Please explain: "moving to Alpha or integrity Itaniam or emulation replacing the box" also, the TK70 seems to work, is there a way to boot from MUA0, and where can I get a tape that would allow me to do so? Sorry for the ignorant questions, but I really am serious about all this. I am 60 yrs old, and this has become my project! Is there any way I can check the status of the drive or controller board from the system console mode at the >>> prompt? Do you know anyone in the Cleveland area who I might contact about this? My budget is small. I have 3 Compactape II cartridges 1 blank and 2 with what I believe are "turn key" programs on them. I was able to list the files on one of the tapes using$ backup/list MUA0:*.* before the system went down.
Thanks for all your help and patience
P.S. may I call you? or my number is (440) 885-0803
Best...................Wayne Verish
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I have a MicroVAX 3800 system that is sick right now, and I am sure someone in the group can help me. My computer no longer will boot to DUA0, and the show device command no longer lists the RF71.............HELP!!!