Configure the PC to use the new console type

After changing from a local console on a network to a local console directly attached, you must configure the PC to use the new console type.

Perform the following steps on the PC:

Note: If you have not connected the cables for this connection type, connect the cables now.

It is recommended that you power down the iSeries when removing adapter cards or cables.

  1. Disconnect the current console connection. To disconnect, do the following:
    1. Select the configuration name (under iSeries Connection). This is the name that Operations Console uses to refer to a specific iSeries server.
    2. From the Connection menu, click Disconnect. The connection status shows Disconnecting.
    3. Wait for the status to show Disconnected.
  2. To configure the new console type, see Set up a local console directly attached to the server. It is recommended that you perform an attended initial program load (IPL) to be certain there are no errors. Also, you may not want to delete your old configuration until you have a successful connection using the new configuration.

    Once you are satisfied that the new console is working correctly you can proceed with any plans to move or remove any adapter or configurations.

    To delete the current configuration if you will not be using the cabled connection as a backup console do the following:

    1. Select the configuration name (under iSeries Connection).
    2. From the Connection menu, click Delete.
    3. Click Yes to confirm the deletion.
Parent topic: Change from a local console on a network (LAN) to a local console directly attached