ASMI requirements

Learn about ASMI setup and use requirements.

To successfully access and use the ASMI, note the following requirements:

• The ASMI requires password authentication.
• The ASMI provides a Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) Web connection to the service processor. To establish an SSL connection, open your browser using https://.
• Supported Web browsers are Netscape (version 9.0.0.4), Microsoft Internet Explorer (version 7.0), Mozilla Firefox (version 2.0.0.11), and Opera (version 9.24). Later versions of these browsers might work but are not officially supported. The JavaScript language and cookies must be enabled.
• Clicking Back in the browser might display outdated data. To display the most up-to-date data, select the item you want from the navigation pane.
• The browser-based ASMI is available during all phases of the system operation, including initial program load (IPL) and run time. Some menu options are not available during the system IPL or run time to prevent usage or ownership conflicts if corresponding resources are in use during that phase.
  Note: The ASMI should not be used during the firmware installation process.
• The ASMI that is accessed on a terminal is available only if the system is at platform standby.
• All requested input must be provided in English-language characters regardless of the language selected to view the interface.