Accessing the Advanced System Management Interface

Accessing the Advanced System Management Interface by using a web browser
You can connect a PC or notebook computer to the server to access the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI). The web interface to the ASMI is available during all phases of system operation including the initial program load (IPL) and run time.

Accessing the Advanced System Management Interface by using an ASCII terminal
You can connect the ASCII console to the server to access the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI).

Accessing the Advanced System Management Console Interface using a management console
You can access the Advanced System Management Console Interface (ASMI) through the Hardware Management Console (HMC) or the IBM® Systems Director Management Console (SDMC).