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Compaq Server Console Switch User Guide 3-9
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Writer: Amy L. Laffitte File Name: d-ch3 Cabiling
Codename: Hoosier Part Number: 141555-003 Last Saved On: 8/21/02 3:03 PM
Power up the system as follows:
1. Press the power switch located on the rear panel of the console switch to the on
position.
2. Power on the computers.
Computer Startup Behavior
During startup, the computers send device settings to the console switch. The unit
then generates standard responses to these commands and allows the computers to
boot successfully without being physically connected to the keyboard, monitor, or
mouse. After the console switch is installed, the user can save these settings to non-
volatile RAM (NVRAM). Refer to Chapter 4 for additional information.
Configuring the Console Switch
When the user first turns on the switch box, no configuration is needed for basic
switching operation. To configure the unit to meet specific needs, such as assigning
unique names for the computers or displaying the computers by their assigned names
or port numbers, refer to Chapter 4.
Unattended Reboot
After a power outage, each server connected to the console switch reboots (if
configured to do so) without operator intervention, when power returns. The console
switch generates responses to ensure that the reboot is successful and that it is ready
to switch between computers.
Resetting the Unit
If the keyboard or mouse locks up, press the Reset button on the back panel to reset
the console switch. Pressing the Reset button allows the user to recover the device
settings without power cycling the computers.