The bootstrap is microcode running on the IBM 2212 that tests the basic
functions of the system card and the hard drive/compact flash, and then loads
the operational code. The bootstrap menus display errors detected by
the bootstrap and provide system card and hard drive/compact flash problem
determination tools, which are used primarily by service personnel.
Accessing the bootstrap menus requires that a console be attached to the
IBM 2212 service port, and the boot process be stopped at a specific
point.
To access the bootstrap menus:
- Either unplug and plug the power cord, or type reload at the
OPCON (*) prompt on the console.
- The IBM 2212 will begin its boot process. When the message
<<Press CTRL-C to access menus>> is displayed, press
Ctrl-C on the terminal keyboard to stop the boot process.
The bootstrap main menu will appear.
| Note: | You cannot use SLIP to access the bootstrap menus.
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See the chapter on "Using the Bootstrap Menus" in the IBM 2212
Access Utility Service and Maintenance Manual for more
information.
