Novell Netware Configuration Manager Console - HP ProLiant DL580 Setup And Installation Manual

PCI-X Technology

Novell NetWare Configuration Manager Console

The Novell NetWare Configuration Manager Console (NCMCON) user interface
enables you to view status information on PCI-X slots and control features, such as
removing and adding PCI-X Hot Plug expansion boards all from one focal point.
Navigating the NCMCON Menus
The NCMCON interface constantly retrieves and displays the status of all the slots. If
any errors occur, the appropriate error message displays. To navigate through these
menus, follow these guidelines:
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From the Main menu, use the arrow keys to move up and down the list of slots.
The current line is highlighted.
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Press the Enter key to go to the Slot Options menu. Use the arrow keys to
highlight the correct option and press the Enter key to select that option. If you
press the Enter key when a non-hot-plug slot is highlighted, the Slot Detail
screen displays.
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If at any point you want to return to the Main menu, press the Esc key.
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Press the F1 key for online help.
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Hot replacement of expansion boards
This option enables you to replace a failed expansion board with an identical
expansion board. This action applies power to and configures the slot.
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Hot addition of expansion boards
This option enables you to add an expansion board into an empty slot.
Viewing Slot Detail Information
To view slot detail information:
1. From the Main menu, highlight the slot and expansion board information to be
viewed.
2. Press the Enter key.
3. Select Slot Detail Information from the Slot Options menu.
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