Chapter 1. What's New For V5R2 - IBM E Server i Series Manual

Chapter 1. What's new for V5R2

New functions for Operations Console include:
Enhancements for Operations Console include:
Discontinued functions for Operations Console include:
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Virtual control panel
Virtual control panel support is the recommended alternative to the parallel
cable remote control panel.
Improved Configuration Wizard
The Installation Wizard has been redesigned and new graphics have been
added to improve usability. Comprehensive help text has been added to the
configuration wizard.
PC prerequisite checking program
A pre-installation program is available to help you ensure the PC you choose
will have all of the prerequisite function needed to support Operations
Console.
Support for Windows XP
Operations Console now supports the Windows XP Professional Operating
System.
Documentation
The Operations Console topic now includes your planning, setup, managing,
and troubleshooting information in one location. The iSeries Operations Console
Setup, SC41–5508, is no longer available for releases V5R2 and later.
Additional hardware support
Operations Console has added adapter support for feature codes 2742 and
2793.
Error messages
Additional error messages have been added to the configuration wizard.
Terminology
Changes have been made to the configuration terminology to clarify
configuration data.
Table 1. Terminology changes
Previous term
Stand-alone local controlling system (LCS)
LCS with remote support
LAN LCS
Dial-up LCS
Remote controlling system (RCS)
New term
Local console directly attached to the server
Local console directly attached to the server
with remote access allowed
Local console on a network
Local console through dial-up support
Remote console through dial-up support
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