IBM xSeries 260, User Manual

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Boot Sequence: Enables you to view and change the custom
boot list (the sequence in which devices are searched for
operating system code). You may choose from 1 to 5 devices
for the custom boot list.
The default boot sequence is:
Note:
1. The primary diskette drive.
2. The CD-ROM drive.
3. Tape drive.
4. Hard disk drive.
5. Network device.
To change the custom boot list, enter a new order in the New
column, then click on the Save icon. The list of boot devices is
updated to reflect the new order.
Attention:
To change the custom boot list back to the default values, click
on Default. If you change your startup sequence, you must be
extremely careful when performing
write operations (for
example, copying, saving, or formatting). You can accidentally
overwrite data or programs if you select the wrong drive.
OK Prompt: Enables you to go directly to the Open Firmware
command prompt. The Open Firmware command prompt is
used for debugging and device driver development. For more
information about the operation of the Open Firmware
command prompt, refer to IEEE Standard 1275.
Multiboot Start: Clicking on this button toggles whether the
Multiboot menu will appear automatically at startup.
Chapter 3. System Management Services
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