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IBM Hardware Management Console User Manual

IBM Hardware Management Console
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Power Systems
Installing and configuring the
Hardware Management Console
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IBM Hardware Management Console Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandIBM
ModelHardware Management Console
CategoryMusic Mixer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Notices and Precautions

General Safety Information

Covers world trade, German, laser safety, and general compliance notices.

Electrical and Handling Precautions

Details DANGER precautions for electrical hazards, shock, and equipment handling.

Rack Installation Safety

CAUTION notes for rack system installation, stability, and airflow.

Laser and Battery Safety

CAUTION notices regarding laser product exposure and battery handling safety.

Installing and Configuring the Hardware Management Console

Installation and Configuration Tasks Overview

High-level overview of tasks for HMC installation and initial configuration.

Initial HMC Setup Tasks

Covers unpacking, cabling, powering on, and logging into the HMC.

Updating and Upgrading HMC Code

Details procedures for updating and upgrading HMC software and machine code.

Migrating HMC Version 6 to Version 7

Outlines steps for migrating HMC machine code from Version 6 to Version 7.

Adding a Second HMC to an Installation

Describes procedures for adding a second HMC to an existing managed system setup.

HMC Network Connections

Details HMC network connectivity options, types, and logical communications.

Web Browser Requirements for HMC

Specifies supported web browsers and necessary configurations for HMC access.

Physical Installation and Rack Mounting

Steps for cabling HMC hardware and installing it into a rack cabinet.

Network Settings and Configuration

Covers configuring network interfaces, IP addressing, firewalls, and DNS for the HMC.

Configuring the Hardware Management Console

HMC Setup and Basic Configuration

Guides on starting the HMC, using wizards, and changing date/time.

HMC Network Type Configuration

Details HMC network setup for managed systems, partitions, and remote users.

HMC Service and Support Connectivity

Configuring call-home settings and verifying the HMC's connection to service.

User Authorization and Data Transmission

Authorizing users for data access and configuring service information transmission.

Post-Configuration Tasks and Data Backup

Outlines setting system passwords and backing up critical HMC configuration data.

HMC Port Locations

8202-E4B/8205-E6B HMC Port Mapping

Maps HMC ports for 8202-E4B and 8205-E6B models.

8202-E4C/8205-E6C HMC Port Mapping

Maps HMC ports for 8202-E4C and 8205-E6C models.

8231-E2B HMC Port Locations

Details HMC port locations on the 8231-E2B model.

8231-E1C/8231-E2C HMC Port Locations

Maps HMC ports for 8231-E1C and 8231-E2C models.

8233-E8B/8236-E8C HMC Port Locations

Details HMC port locations on 8233-E8B and 8236-E8C models.

8408/9109 HMC Port Locations

Maps HMC ports for 8408-E8D, 8248-L4T, and 9109-RMD models.

9117-MMB/9179-MHB HMC Port Locations

Details HMC port locations on 9117-MMB and 9179-MHB models.

9117/9179 MMC/MMD/MHC/MHD Port Locations

Maps HMC ports for 9117-MMC, 9117-MMD, 9179-MHC, 9179-MHD models.

9119-FHB HMC Port Locations

Details HMC port locations on the 9119-FHB model.

Notices and Legal Information

General Notices and Disclaimers

Information on product availability, patents, warranties, and data usage.

Regulatory Compliance Statements

Statements regarding FCC, Industry Canada, and European Community compliance.

Trademarks and Licensing

Lists IBM and third-party trademarks and usage terms.

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