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NOTE: You can use the console command SET CONTROLP to specify
the control character,
CAUTION: If you shut off your console terminal while breaks are enabled,
the system interprets the action as a break, and the system halts.
If you are using a system that is part of a VAXcluster, do not halt, restart,
or turn off the system without consulting the cluster manager. Performing
any of these activities will interrupt the processes of the entire cluster.
When the console mode prompt (>>>) is displayed on your screen, the
system is halted.
If you inadvertently halt the system, type ''c
The processes interrupted by the halt will continue.
2.7 Restarting the System
NOTE: Restarting the system aborts all current and pending operations. To
prevent loss of data, warn all users to log off prior to restarting the system.
Follow the shutdown procedure described in your system software manuals
before restarting the system.
Restarting returns the system to a power-up condition. All current and
pending operations are aborted and the usual power-up tests are run.
You restart the system by pressing the Restart button on the system control
panel.
NOTE: The Halt button must be out (not lit) to effect a restart operation.
2.8 Turning Off the System
CAUTION: Turning off your system without following the shutdown
procedure described in your system software manuals may result in loss
of data.
Once you have completed the recommended procedure, you can turn off
your system by setting the Power switch to 0.
NOTE: For systems expanded with the R400X or B400X expander and
linked by a power bus cable, you need only turn off the system unit: The
expander(s) will power down when you set the system Power switch to off
(0). Note that the orange ac indicator on the expander power supply should
remain lit even though the system Power switch set to off (0).
, rather than
Ctrl/P
Break
Return
Operating the System
, to initiate a break signal.
'' at the console prompt.
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