Printable PDFs

To view or download the PDF version of this document, select Operations Console (1,105 KB).

Manuals

• Twinaxial Console

  The twinaxial console uses a command line interface to access and manage your iSeries™, and it does not require the use of a personal computer to act as a console. You access the iSeries through a console screen, keyboard, and twinaxial cables.

Web site

• iSeries Access Web site

  This web site includes online product information about iSeries Access and Operations Console.

Other information

• iSeries Access for Windows^®

  Use this information to install and configure iSeries Access for Windows on both the iSeries server and the PC. Installation and configuration is necessary on both the server and the PC.

• Control panel

  Operate the system by directly manipulating the control panel. You can use the control panel to power on or off the system, perform an initial program load (IPL), or determine processor activity.

• Logical partitions

  Logical partitions allow you to distribute resources within a single iSeries server to make it operate as if it were two or more independent servers.

• Upgrades

  Use the information in this topic to upgrade hardware features, upgrade to a different iSeries server model, or upgrade to a more current release of the i5/OS™ operating system. During an upgrade, the source server and the target server keep the same serial number.

• Migration

  Use the information in this topic to migrate data from one iSeries server or partition to another iSeries server or partition. When performing a data migration, the source server and the target server must have different serial numbers.

• Plan for hardware and software

  Good planning is essential for the successful setup and use of your server. It ensures that you have everything you need and meet all prerequisites. The planning information in this topic helps you place the server, plan power needs, print any special cabling or setup instructions, meet any PC requirements, and prepare for unique configurations based on how you will use the server (for example, clustering of servers, Internet connections, and rack mounting).

• Cabling instructions

  Cabling instructions are available to print for your server.

Saving PDF files

To save a PDF on your workstation for viewing or printing:

1. Right-click the PDF in your browser (right-click the link above).
2. Click Save Target As... if you are using Internet Explorer. Click Save Link As... if you are using Netscape Communicator.
3. Navigate to the directory in which you would like to save the PDF.
4. Click Save.

Downloading Adobe Acrobat Reader

You need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view or print this PDF. You can download a copy from the Adobe Web site (www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep.html).