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3. Verify that the communication properties of the service processor are set to the
defaults.
For example:
Note – If the speed is anything other than 9600, change it using this command:
-> set /SP/serial/host pendingspeed=9600 commitpending=true
4. Start the serial console mode by entering the following:
-> start /SP/console
Only accounts with Administrator privileges are enabled to configure the SP.
5. When the following prompt appears, type y:
Are you sure you want to start /SP/console (y/n)? y
6. Apply main power to the server by using a non-conductive pointed object or
stylus to press the recessed Power button on the front panel.
For additional information about powering on your server, see “Powering On the
Server Module” on page 38.
POST messages appear on your screen as the OS boots up.
7. Follow the Solaris 10 preinstallation on-screen prompts.
8. Use the information gathered in “Installation Worksheet” on page 54 to help you
enter the system and network information as you are prompted.
The screens that are displayed will vary, depending on the method that you chose
for assigning network information to the server (DHCP or static IP address).
After you have entered the system configuration information, the server
completes the boot process and displays the Solaris login prompt.
-> show /SP/serial/host
/SP/serial/host
Targets:
Properties:
commitpending = (Cannot show property)
pendingspeed = 9600
speed = 9600
Commands:
cd
show
