Managing Operations Console; Managing Your Console Configuration; Changing A Console Configuration - IBM System i Manual

Note: The configuration wizard automatically configures the connection to use the console and remote
control panel for some configurations. If you do not want to use one of these functions, use the
connection's Properties → Configuration tab to deselect the function you do not want started for
this connection. You also can use Properties to add any of these functions.
Highlight the connection name then use one of these methods to start your connection.
1. Right-click the connection name and select Connect.
2. Click the connection icon in the toolbar.
3. Click the connection drop-down and select Connect.
Note: The system needs to be turned on for the console to connect.
View the online help associated with using Operations Console by selecting Help from the Operations
Console window Help menu.
Related concepts
"Planning considerations for Operations Console" on page 3
Before you begin setting up your Operations Console, determine how to best configure it.
"PC preparations for Operations Console" on page 30
After you complete the planning requirements and know which configuration and PC operating
system you will be using, you can create and go through a checklist for setting up Operations
Console.

Managing Operations Console

You can manage your Operation Console by performing tasks such as changing the console configuration,
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switching between different console types, and changing passwords.
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After you complete your Operations Console planning and set up your connection, you have several
options to help you manage your local and remote console connections.
Related concepts
"Planning considerations for Operations Console" on page 3
Before you begin setting up your Operations Console, determine how to best configure it.
"PC preparations for Operations Console" on page 30
After you complete the planning requirements and know which configuration and PC operating
system you will be using, you can create and go through a checklist for setting up Operations
Console.

Managing your console configuration

You can manage your local and remote console configurations with these tasks.

Changing a console configuration

You might need to change an existing local console or remote console to meet your needs while using
Operations Console.
To accomplish this, you must be a member of the Administrators group to change or create a local
console. If you are changing a system name, you must delete the configuration and re-create it with the
new name.
Related tasks
"Deleting a console configuration" on page 44
You might need to delete an existing local console or remote console to meet your specific needs while
using Operations Console. You must be a member of the Administrators group to delete a console.
Related reference
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Operations Console