Local console on a network (LAN)

A local console on a network (LAN) is a local PC installed with Operations Console that is indirectly connected to the server over a network.

Use a local console on a network (LAN) if you need to manage multiple servers or logical partitions from one console, and you have a secured network that you can configure your console on.

Table 1. Advantages and disadvantages: Local console on a network (LAN)
Advantages	Disadvantages
You can configure a single PC to be the console for several different servers or logical partitions, as long as they are connected to the network. The administrator will not need to be located near the server to manage Operations Console. Security features are available to protect your Operations Console connections. Multiple PCs can be configured as the Operations Console to a server or logical partition, but only one can be active at a time.	No console is available in the event that a network failure occurs unless a backup console is in place. It is recommended that you configure a local console that is directly attached, a twinaxial console, or HMC (if installed) for backup.