The System Configuration Utility Program - IBM xSeries 240 81Y Hardware Maintenance Manual

The System Configuration Utility
program
For most configurations, the server will operate using the
default system settings. You need to change the settings
only to resolve configuration conflicts or to enable or
change device functions (for example, defining diskette
types, and so on).
When you want or need to change the default settings, the
System Configuration Utility program provides a convenient
way to display and change the settings.
After you run and exit from the System Configuration Utility
program, configuration information is stored in electrically
erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM).
While the server is off, the configuration information
remains available for the next system startup.
Always run the System Configuration Utility program if you
add, remove, or relocate any hardware option, or if you
receive an error message instructing you to do so. Review
this chapter and the information that comes with the option
before making changes. Also, record the current settings
before making any changes.
To start the System Configuration Utility program:
1. Turn on the server and watch the screen.
2. When the message Press F1 for
Configuration/Setup appears, press F1.
Note
If you enter the power-on password and an
administrator (supervisor-level) password is also
set, a limited version of the menu appears. To
see the full menu, you must restart the server
and enter the administrator password when you
are prompted to enter a password. See "System
Security" on page 27 for additional information.
The System Configuration Utility main menu appears.
For information about the menu, see "Using the
System Configuration Utility main menu" on page 24.
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