DEC 600s - Changing the Default Startup Action (Auto_Action)

Changing the Default Startup Action (auto_action)
Default Setting
The default setting for the auto_action environment variable
depends on whether your system has factory-installed software.
Workstations and servers with factory-installed software are set
to BOOT, all other systems are set to HALT.
Command
Syntax
To set the auto_action environment variable, enter the following
command:
>>> set auto_action parameter
Return
Enter the parameter of your choice from Table 10–2 to set the
default startup action.
Command
Example
This command sets the default startup action to halt at the
console prompt each time your system is turned on. The system
responds with a confirmation of the action you have chosen.
>>> set auto_action 3
Return
AUTO_ACTION = HALT
>>>
10–6 Changing Environment Variables