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Chapter 5. Configuring the Boot Parameters Using the Local Console
4. When prompted on the console screen, press <return> within 7 seconds to prevent the autoboot attempt. The
Freeway Boot System Main Menu shown in Figure 5-1 appears.
Note: The Freeway Boot System Main Menu is only accessible using the local console connected to the rear
of the Freeway unit. Later you can access functions to display or edit the boot parameters from any remote
console using the Freeway Interactive Menu as described in the Freeway User’s Guide.
Figure 5-1. Freeway Boot System Main Menu
Freeway Boot System Main Menu
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1) System Boot
2) Display Boot Parameters
3) Edit Boot Parameters
Select:
5. Select option 3 to edit the boot parameters. The system displays the parameters one at a time. Three actions are
possible as each parameter is displayed:
To preserve a parameter, press <return>
To edit a parameter, type the new alpha-numeric information and press <return>
To clear a parameter, press the period key (‘.’) followed by <return>
Figure 5-2 shows an example of a Freeway System Boot Parameters screen.
Figure 5-2. Example of the Freeway System Boot Parameters (Local Console)
Freeway System Boot Parameters
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Boot Device : fei
Processor Number : 0
FTP User Name : freeway
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