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vUpdate Operator Panel
The service processor displays Operator Panel data on the ASCII terminal if a remote connection is active.
vEnvironmental Monitoring
The Service Processor provides expanded error recording and reporting.
vSystem Firmware Surveillance (Heartbeat Monitoring)
The service processor monitors and times the interval between system firmware heartbeats.
vResponding to System Processor Commands
The service processor responds to any command issued by the system processor.
Run-time Phase
This phase includes the tasks that the service processor performs during
vEnvironmental Monitoring
The Service Processor monitors voltages, temperatures, and fan speeds (on some servers).
vResponding to System Processor Commands
The service processor responds to any command issued by the system processor.
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If the device driver is installed and surveillance enabled, the service processor monitors the system heartbeat. If the heartbeat times out, the service processor places an outgoing call. This is different from the
Service Processor Procedures in Service Mode
When the system is in service mode, the following service processor parameters are suspended:
vUnattended Start Mode
vReboot/Restart Policy
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vSurveillance
When service mode is exited, the service processor parameters revert to the customer settings.
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