Console adapter placement
You can use a dedicated IOP for the console adapter and a dedicated IOP for the storage devices to reduce possible connectivity problems on systems where an IOP is needed to support the LAN adapter.
If possible, do not place your console adapter on the same IOP as storage devices. During heavy use of storage devices, the console might appear to temporarily stop working. If this happens, it should resume operation shortly. If you must place the console adapter on shared resources, keep the other uses to a minimum for better console reliability. Also, enable the console option, Allow console recovery and console can be taken over by another console so that the console automatically reconnects.
Note: IOPs are not supported on POWER8® processor-based
servers.
