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Configure computer keyboard
You can assign which type of keyboard mode is used on each computer. To change the keyboard
mode, use the up and down arrows to highlight the computer you want to change. Use the space bar
to cycle through a list of the keyboard modes. Stop when you get to the desired keyboard mode.
Figure 13. Keyboard screen
There are three possible keyboard modes: mode 1 (PC1), mode 2 (PC2), or mode 3 (PC3). Most
PCs are mode 2 and you need not change the default setting. If the computer is a Unix workstation
or server, such as an IBM RS/6000, SGI, HP 700 or 9000 series, DEC Alpha, or other, then the CPU
should be configured as PC mode 3.
Certain IBM brand PCs are either mode 1 or mode 2. There is no way to know for sure except by
booting that computer. You can, however, configure for PC1 or PC2 and test if keyboard
communication is correct. If in doubt, reboot the computer. Upon completion of booting a computer,
the correct mode should be shown in the keyboard field. Make sure to save it with the on-screen
display or the keep command.
Change the keyboard type on your computers
Port
Keyboard mode
1
PC2
2
PC1
3
PC3
4
PC2
5
PC2
6
PC2
7
PC2
8
PC2
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