Using AIX or Linux commands to work with the temporary and permanent side of the service processor

Learn how to use AIX or Linux commands to determine which side of the service processor you are booting from.

Note: In most cases, you will be running on the Temporary side.
  1. Issue the following command at the AIX® or Linux® command prompt: 
    lsmcode
    Note: If the lsmcode command does not work on the Linux command line, you need to obtain the Linux tools. See Obtaining service and productivity tools for Linux.
  2. Record the information that is displayed. You will need this information later in this procedure if you need to change the boot side. The information that is displayed is similar to:
    • AIX: The system is currently booted from the xx image (either temporary or permanent).
    • Linux: The (b) booted side shows whether the firmware matches the temporary or permanent side code. 
      system:SF220_006 (t)  SF220_005 (p)  SF220_006 (b)
  3. If you need to change the boot side, refer to Switching to the other side of the service processor using ASMI or the control panel.