Computer Automation Alpha LSI-2 floppy diagnostic.

This is the floppy diagnostic paper tape.

and the manual ( from sdu.se, thanks )

To load the diagnostic program press.

  • STOP (on)
  • S REG (on)
  • 8 ( autoload from serial port )
  • STOP (off)
  • RESET
  • AUTO

Then send the binary file over the serial line to the computer (8 bits format). when the file is complete the computer will halt. change to 7 bits, then press.

  • STOP ( on )
  • S REG ( off )
  • CLEAR
  • 100 ( start the program from this address )
  • WRITE
  • P
  • WRITE
  • STOP ( off )
  • RESET
  • RUN

Now you can select F for FORMAT or D for the diagnostic.

check the diagnostic manual for the different tests.

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