During an initial program load (IPL), system programs load from the designated load source device in the system auxiliary storage. The system hardware is also checked. The iSeries™ server control panel displays a series of system reference codes that indicate its current status and warn you of any problems. When the IPL is finished, the character-based interface presents the signon display, and users are able to sign on with iSeries Navigator.
There are several options for starting an iSeries server. You can:
Attended IPL's display various additional screens depending upon the options that you select on the IPL options display. These can include displays that allow you to change system values and other system attributes during the IPL, reconstruct access paths, verify the status of physical file restrictions, configure and name new devices, and specify options for the operating environment.
General problems during an IPL is referred to as an abnormal IPL.
For more information about IPL and system shut down, see information center topic, Start and stop the iSeries.