Linux configuration

Complete one of the following procedures to enable SOL sessions for your Linux operating system. You must be logged in as a root user to perform these procedures. For SOL operation, you must also configure the Linux operating system to expose the Linux initialization (booting) process. This enables users to log in to the Linux console using an SOL session and directs Linux output to the serial console. See the documentation for your specific Linux operating-system type for information and instructions.

Note: You do not have to configure the Linux operating system when using a BladeCenter® JS20 Type 8842 blade server; however, you still must install the Ethernet controller device drivers (see Installing the Ethernet controller device driver for Linux operating systems).