Alternate console
In a logically partitioned environment, alternate
console refers to a twinaxial console connected to a different
IOA or IOP that is tagged as the alternate console.
Performing a takeover
The console takeover and recovery function allows one local
console on a network (LAN) to take control of the server from another
local console on a network (LAN).
Multiple PCs connecting at the same time
If you use Operations Console (LAN) with multiple PCs configured
to become the console, all of these PCs are actively connected during
an initial program load (IPL).
Coexistence with multiple console types
Operations Console, an HMC, and a twinaxial workstation,
can coexist as console-capable devices if you follow some rules.
Multiple consoles and multiple servers
You can mix both local console on a network (LAN) and local
console directly attached at the same time on the same PC if you follow
some guidelines.
Console activation in D-mode
When a logical partition is initially set up, you must
tag a Host Ethernet Adapter logical
port or an IOA for console, and in the case
of local consoles that are directly attached, the Operations
Console tag.
Backup console for IBM i
To quickly recover from the unexpected loss of the console
that manages the IBM® i operating
system, you might want to consider a backup console.
Console takeover and recovery
Learn about the benefits of the console takeover and recovery function
included in IBM i, which
allows an Operations Console to take control from another console device.
Accessing service tools using DST
To access service tools, you can use dedicated service
tools (DST) from the system control panel or from a manual initial
program load (IPL).
Accessing service tools using SST
If your user profile has the required authorizations, you
can use system service tools (SST) to access service tools.
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