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Cable the HMC and the server
A Hardware Management Console (HMC) is a system that connects to the server and manages it
through a network.
f you are not using an HMC to manage your server, you can use the Integrated Virtualization
Manager (IVM), a graphics terminal, or an ASCII terminal. If you plan to use IVM, which
allows you to create and manage partitions, skip to task 11
Integrated Virtualization Manager
the IBM Systems Hardware Information Center. For details about how to access the
information center, see task 12
If you are using a rack-mounted HMC, these steps assume it is already installed in the rack.
If you need to install the HMC into the rack, follow the instructions in the IBM Systems Hardware
Information Center, and return to this guide when you are ready to begin cabling your HMC. For details
about how to access the information center, see task 12
If you are using any optional adapters, connect the cables to the appropriate
10.1
adapter connectors in the PCI slots of your server and HMC.
Route the power cords through the rings or clamps, if available, on the
10.2
back of the server, and connect to the server, monitor, and HMC. Do not
connect the power cords to a power source until you are
instructed to do so.
Important: If there is a voltage switch next to the power connector on
the monitor, ensure that it is in the appropriate position for the voltage
used in your geography.
Connect the mouse and keyboard cables to the appropriate ports on the back
10.3
of the HMC. If your mouse and keyboard use Universal Serial Bus (USB)
cables, you can connect these to the ports on the front of the HMC.
Attach the monitor cable to the monitor connector on the HMC
10.4
and tighten the screws.
Tip: If you are using the rack-mounted LCD monitor and
keyboard (7316-TF3), use the C2T-to-KVM adapter
breakout cable to attach to the HMC.
. For information about the other console options, go to
Finish your system setup
Cable the server and access the
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Finish your system setup.
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