Sun Microsystems Sun Fire V490 - Manual (Page 163)

Chapter 7 Configuring Console Access 135
Note – There are many other OpenBoot configuration variables, and although these
do not affect which hardware device is used as the system console, some of them
affect what diagnostic tests the system runs and what messages the system console
displays. For details, see “Controlling POST Diagnostics” on page 82.
7. To cause the changes to take effect, type:
The system permanently stores the parameter changes and boots automatically if the
OpenBoot variable auto-boot? is set to true (its default value).
What Next
You can issue system commands and view system messages on the ASCII terminal.
Qualified service technicians can now continue with parts removal and installation,
as needed.
Note – Do not attempt to access any internal components unless you are a qualified
service technician. Detailed service instructions can be found in the Sun Fire V490
Server Parts Installation and Removal Guide, which is included on the Sun Fire V490
Documentation CD.
How to Configure a Local Graphics
Terminal as the System Console
Before You Begin
After initial system installation, a qualified service technician can install a local
graphics terminal and set it up as the system console. You cannot use a local graphics
terminal to perform initial system installation, nor can you use a local graphics
terminal to view power-on self-test (POST) messages. For detailed information about
system console options, see “About Communicating With the System” on page 69.
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