HP UX System Management Software # reboot, Booting Failed to initialize, Status =, Console Login

Procedure for PA-RISC-based machines

1.Reboot the client system with the reboot command or by cycling the power, and then interrupt the reboot process when prompted.

# reboot

2.Interrupt the boot process by pressing any key at the prompt

Processor is starting autoboot process.

To discontinue, press any key within 10 seconds.

3.From the firmware prompt, boot using the server's IP address:

Main Menu: Enter command or menu >boot lan.server_IP_address install

4. Answer n at the prompt Interact with IPL (Y, N, or Cancel)?>

5.Select the operating system to install from the displayed menu. Choose the operating system that matches the OE you used when you set up the Ignite-UX server –“Create the HP-UX OE Configuration Information on the Ignite-UX Server” (page 12). Be aware that the selection of the operating system times out — the client can not be kept waiting at this prompt.

Common Errors

Booting...

Failed to initialize.

ENTRY_INIT

Status = -7

Diagnosis: Used the wrong IP address.

Correction: Reissue boot command, making sure you use the server IP address.

Console Login:

Diagnosis: The opportunity to interrupt the boot process was missed.

Correction: Login as root and reboot again. Look closely for the prompt to stop the boot process.

Explore

The backspace key repositions the cursor but does not erase characters at the PA-RISC prompt “Main Menu: Enter command or menu>”. You have to type over unwanted characters. Pressing return ignores all characters to the right of the cursor.

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