Depending on the model of iSeries™ server, you can position the CD-ROM or DVD drive either horizontally or vertically in the system.
Before you use the CD-ROM or DVD drive, you must have a device description for it. The system can create the device description automatically during an IPL if auto-configuration is on. Alternatively, you create it manually by using the Create Device Description Optical (CRTDEVOPT) command. Either method is acceptable. Once you create the device description, you can vary the configuration by using the Vary Configuration (VRYCFG) command. The configuration description for the CD-ROM or DVD device is *OPT. When the device description is varied on, it displays a status of ACTIVE.
