VAXstation 100 firmware notes

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Random notes from running the firmware in an emulator.

Memory map

Error LEDs

Indicates which test failed. During powerup, green light turned off. During idle loop, green light is in.

D0 flags

The firmware maintains a set of flags in register D0.

Bit (decimal) Meaning
16 Maintenance mode.
19 Powerup error.
24 BBA done.
25 Vertical retrace interrupt.