Sun Microsystems V490 manual To cause the changes to take effect, type

Note – There are many other OpenBoot configuration variables, and although these do not affect which hardware device is used as the system console, some of them affect what diagnostic tests the system runs and what messages the system console displays. For details, see “Controlling POST Diagnostics” on page 82.

7.To cause the changes to take effect, type:

ok reset-all

The system permanently stores the parameter changes and boots automatically if the OpenBoot variable auto-boot?is set to true (its default value).

What Next

You can issue system commands and view system messages on the ASCII terminal. Qualified service technicians can now continue with parts removal and installation, as needed.

Note – Do not attempt to access any internal components unless you are a qualified service technician. Detailed service instructions can be found in the Sun Fire V490 Server Parts Installation and Removal Guide, which is included on the Sun Fire V490 Documentation CD.

How to Configure a Local Graphics Terminal as the System Console

Before You Begin

After initial system installation, a qualified service technician can install a local graphics terminal and set it up as the system console. You cannot use a local graphics terminal to perform initial system installation, nor can you use a local graphics terminal to view power-on self-test (POST) messages. For detailed information about system console options, see “About Communicating With the System” on page 69.

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