System Vital Product Data (Vpd) Update Procedure - IBM eserver 630 6C4 Service Manual

System Vital Product Data (VPD) Update Procedure

If you replaced the operator panel with a new FRU, perform the following procedure to
ensure that the VPD is correct.
1. After you install the new operator panel, wait for the OK message to display in the
operator panel display.
2. Start the Service Processor Firmware menu.
3. At the command prompt, type the code that accesses the hidden menus. If
necessary, call your local support center to obtain the code.
4. Press Return to continue.
5. Type the VPD serial number.
Note: The serial number must be entered correctly. Enter the last seven digits only.
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99. Exit from Menu
1>
Command Prompt
This menu is for IBM Authorized use only. If you
have not been authorized to use this menu, please
discontinue use immediately.
Press Return to continue, or X to return to menu 1.
VPD Serial Number is not programmed.
Enter the VPD Serial Number (7 ASCII digits): xxxxxxx
Do not include the dash (-) in the serial number as a digit. If the serial
Service Processor Firmware
Firmware Level: xxxxxxxx
Main Menu
1. Service Processor Setup
2. System Power Control Menu
3. System Information Menu
4. Language Selection
5. Call In/Call Out Setup
6. Set System Name
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