IBM Carrier Grade X3650 T, User Manual

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IBM® Carrier Grade Server X3650 T
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1. Introduction
The IBM SysCon feature checks server system configuration during the pre-boot process and manages
the configuration of system components based on configuration data, vendor rules, and user policy
settings. The SysCon feature includes a pre-boot application which controls the process of examining
the system configuration and taking appropriate action during the system boot process.
The SysCon feature also provides OS (Linux and Windows*) services and utilities that allow secure
access to data on the SysCon devices used for managing system configuration.
This User’s Guide describes the SysCon environment and the use of the SysCon Pre-Boot Application
and operating system-based SysCon Services.