IBM 8260 manual Local Management System LMS, SET Port slot.port Network ethernetnisolated

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command to assign ports 1 thru 6 to the desired Ethernet segments on the ShuntBus or Enhanced TriChannel.

SET PORT {slot.port} NETWORK {ethernet_nisolated}

Note that ports 7 and 8 are not assigned to any segment on the backplane; therefore, the above command is not required for these ports.

11.6 Local Management System (LMS)

When you connect to the Interconnect module via an ASCII terminal or Telnet session, you can have one of the following two types of sessions:

1. Write session

In this type of session you can alter configuration parameters and view statistics related to the Multiprotocol Interconnect module.

2. Read session

In this type of session you can view the configuration parameters and statistics related to the Multiprotocol Interconnect module.

Up to a maximum of four users can access LMS. One of these can be through the local or modem connected console and the others will be via Telnet sessions. Only one user can have write access at a time, which allows that user to modify the configuration of the module.

Once you connect to the LMS, the initial menu of the LMS as shown in

Figure 138 is displayed.

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Configuration Menu

Status Menu

Enable Write Access

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Close Connection

 

Enter the Config Environment

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Figure 138. LMS Initial Panel

The following is a brief description of each selectable option on the initial LMS menu:

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8260 specifications

The IBM 8260 is a significant entry in the realm of enterprise servers, recognized for its performance, scalability, and robust features designed to cater to demanding business environments. It primarily serves as a high-capacity server for large organizations, capable of handling extensive workloads and complex applications without compromising speed or efficiency.

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Memory capacity is another key characteristic of the IBM 8260. Depending on the specific configuration, it can support substantial amounts of RAM, ensuring that applications can run effectively without the bottlenecks often associated with data-intensive tasks. This is crucial for enterprises that rely on real-time data analytics, large database management, and resource-heavy applications.

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