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- Page 4 Note Before using this information and the product it supports, read the information in “Notices” on page 17 and the IBM Systems Safety Information manual, G229-9054. Eighth Edition (September 2007) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2004, 2007. US Government Users Restricted Rights – Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Notices ........17 Trademarks . . 18 Electronic emission notices . . 18 Class A Notices . . 18 Terms and conditions . . 22 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2004, 2007... - Page 6 System i: Managing the twinaxial console...
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Page 7: Safety And Environmental Notices
Some laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode. Note the following information: laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam. (C030) © Copyright IBM Corp. 2004, 2007... - Page 8 Power and cabling information for NEBS (Network Equipment-Building System) GR-1089-CORE The following comments apply to the IBM System i models that have been designated as conforming to NEBS (Network Equipment-Building System) GR-1089-CORE: The equipment is suitable for installation in the following:...
- Page 9 In the United States, IBM has established a return process for reuse, recycling, or proper disposal of used IBM sealed lead acid, nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride, and other battery packs from IBM Equipment.
- Page 10 This machine may contain an optional feature, the cryptographic coprocessor card, which includes a polyurethane material that contains mercury. Please follow local ordinances or regulations for disposal of this card. IBM has established a return program for certain IBM Cryptographic Coprocessor Cards. More information can be found at http://www.ibm.com/ibm/environment/products/prp.shtml.
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Page 11: About This Publication
About this publication This topic provides the user with information on how the twinaxial console uses a command-line ® interface to access and manage the IBM i5/OS operating system without the need for a PC to act as a console. - Page 12 System i: Managing the twinaxial console...
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Page 13: Managing The Twinaxial Console
Managing the twinaxial console Learn how the twinaxial console uses a command-line interface to access and manage the IBM i5/OS operating system without the need for a PC to act as a console. You can use a twinaxial console to manage i5/OS in a partitioned or nonpartitioned environment, which includes a single partition system. -
Page 14: Twinaxial Console Hardware Environment
Capacity on Demand. You can also use the 5250 emulation function on the HMC to communicate with the operating systems. In this configuration, you can choose to use a twinaxial console instead of the HMC 5250 emulator to manage an i5/OS logical partition. System i: Managing the twinaxial console... - Page 15 Figure 2 shows a twinaxial console, server, and HMC in this environment. In this example, the twinaxial console is directly connected to an i5/OS logical partition over a twinaxial cable. The HMC is connected to the server firmware over a private network. For more information about moving to a private network, see Moving the managed system from an open network to a private network.
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Page 16: Setting Up A Twinaxial Console
Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Connect power to this unit only with the IBM provided power cord. Do not use the IBM provided power cord for any other product. - Page 17 Observe the following precautions when working on or around your IT rack system: v Heavy equipment–personal injury or equipment damage might result if mishandled. v Always lower the leveling pads on the rack cabinet. v Always install stabilizer brackets on the rack cabinet. v To avoid hazardous conditions due to uneven mechanical loading, always install the heaviest devices in the bottom of the rack cabinet.
- Page 18 You have the telephone number for your authorized service provider. You might need to contact your authorized service provider for the following: – Hardware problems – IBM service and support telephone numbers for electronic customer support, if you are outside of the United States. (For U.S. customers, these telephone numbers are automatically provided during setup.) Find the number for your authorized service provider by contacting the dealer from whom you purchased your system.
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Page 19: Start Or Stop The System Or Logical Partition
Related concepts Control language Cabling your server Managing the Hardware Management Console (HMC) Partitioning the server Changing consoles, interfaces, and terminals Backing up and recovering data Start the system or logical partition Planning and setting up system security TCP/IP setup Setting up your server to connect to service and support Updates Related tasks... -
Page 20: Start The System Or Logical Partition Using The Hardware Management Console
Progress indicators, also referred to as checkpoints, appear on the control panel display while the system is being started. The power-on light on the control panel stops blinking and remains on, indicating that system power is on. System i: Managing the twinaxial console... -
Page 21: Stop The System Or Logical Partition
Stop the system or logical partition Learn how to stop a system or logical partition. Attention: Using either the power-on button on the control panel or entering commands at the Hardware Management Console (HMC) to stop the system can cause unpredictable results in the data files. -
Page 22: Stop The System Or Logical Partition Using The Hardware Management Console
5. Type a new password in the New password field and in the New password (to verify) field. The new password must follow these rules: v Start with an alphabetic character v Be 10 characters or fewer System i: Managing the twinaxial console... -
Page 23: Setting The System Break Mode Using A Twinaxial Console
v Contain any combination of alphabetic and numeric characters. Some of the special characters can be used as well. Tip: Be sure to write down the new password and keep it in a safe place. 6. In the Work with Software Agreements field, type 5 to display and accept the software agreements for the licensed programs that you want to accept. -
Page 24: Renaming I5/Os Using A Twinaxial Console
Learn how to rename i5/OS to a name that is easy for you to remember or if you have to apply fixes. If i5/OS is in a network, your network administrator will tell you what the name is. Otherwise, choose a name that is meaningful to you. System i: Managing the twinaxial console... -
Page 25: Related Information For Managing The Twinaxial Console
To rename i5/OS, complete the following steps: 1. Type the Change Network Attribute (CHGNETA) command on the twinaxial console command line, where xxxxxxxx can be up to eight alphanumeric characters. CHGNETA SYSNAME(xxxxxxxx) 2. Press Enter. 3. Restart your system. For instructions, see Starting the system or logical partition. Related concepts Start or stop the system or logical partition Related information for Managing the twinaxial console... - Page 26 System i: Managing the twinaxial console...
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Page 27: Appendix. Accessibility Features
Industry-standard devices for ports and connectors v The attachment of alternative input and output devices IBM and accessibility See the IBM Accessibility Center at http://www.ibm.com/able/ for more information about the commitment that IBM has to accessibility. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2004, 2007... - Page 28 System i: Managing the twinaxial console...
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Page 29: Notices
All statements regarding the manufacturer’s future direction or intent are subject to change or withdrawal without notice, and represent goals and objectives only. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2004, 2007... -
Page 30: Trademarks
Electronic emission notices Class A Notices The following Class A statements apply to the IBM System i models. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. - Page 31 Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. IBM is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.
- Page 32 The following is a summary of the EMI Taiwan statement above. Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user will be required to take adequate measures. IBM Taiwan Contact Information: System i: Managing the twinaxial console...
- Page 33 Um dieses sicherzustellen, sind die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben. Des Weiteren dürfen auch nur von der IBM empfohlene Kabel angeschlossen werden. IBM übernimmt keine Verantwortung für die Einhaltung der Schutzanforderungen, wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung der IBM verändert bzw.
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Page 34: Terms And Conditions
THE MANUFACTURER MAKES NO GUARANTEE ABOUT THE CONTENT OF THESE PUBLICATIONS. THESE PUBLICATIONS ARE PROVIDED ″AS-IS″ AND WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. System i: Managing the twinaxial console... - Page 36 Printed in USA...
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