Chapter 11 - Reconfiguring the Server
This chapter covers activities that you may need to perform after your server is installed and running. This chapter covers the following topics:
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Powering off, rebooting, and moving your server ![]()
Changing card configurations in your server by adding and removing cards, and changing card resources Caution: Once a server is running, it should not be moved. Fixed disks are very sensitive to physical shocks and can become unusable. If you need to turn, push, or move the server, first shut it down, and then power off the server as described in "To Power Off Your Server." later in this chapter.
When powering off the server, you should shut down the server software to ensure the integrity of system software and the data on server disks before turning off the server's power. You should do this before you connect or disconnect any cables at the server, transport it to another location, or open it up.
1. At the Operator Menu, select Shut Down Server Software. The system prompts you to shut down all services.
2. Enter Y. The Shut Down Menu appears.
3. Select Shut Down Services and await MANUAL POWEROFF/REBOOT. The following message appears:
Shutting down all services...
Do you wish to notify network users?- Enter Y to notify users of the imminent shutdown.
- Enter N if you do not want to notify users.
After a short time, the following message appears:
You may now power off or reboot the server.
4. Turn off power to the server by using the switch on the server.
Once you have installed the server software and your server is running, you can reboot the server by using the Operator Menu at the server console.
Caution: Never reboot a server that is operating normally without first shutting down server software at the console. Rebooting done improperly can result in inconsistent or lost data.
1. At the Operator Menu, select Shut Down Server Software. The system prompts you to shut down all services.
2. Enter Y. The Shut Down Menu appears.
3. Select Shut Down Services and Do AUTOMATIC REBOOT. The following message appears:
Shutting down all services...
Do you wish to notify network users?- Enter Y to notify users of the imminent shutdown.
- Enter N if you do not want to notify users.
The system shuts down and reboots automatically.
You should not move your server while it is running; doing so can cause permanent damage to fixed disks. You should power off your server even if you are just turning or pushing it. Refer to "Powering Off Your Server" earlier in this chapter for instructions on how to shut down your server. When you have finished working with the server, reboot it by switching on the power to the server.
Caution: Before you perform any work on the server or transport it to a new location, make sure you have a recent, working version of your system on backup diskettes or tape. If any damage occurs to a system disk, you can restore your system to its previous state. For information about creating and restoring backups, refer to the Banyan Server Operations Guide.
Adding an Adapter to Your Server
The following instructions are guidelines for installing an adapter card. Actual procedures vary depending on the type of server.
1. Determine a workable configuration for the card.
2. Configure the card by setting switches and interrupts or by running the appropriate system configuration utility.
3. Power down the server and install the card.
4. Power on the server.
5. If you have installed a LAN card, configure the card's driver by using the Add a Card menu.
6. If you have installed a peripheral adapter card, run the Kernel Configuration Utility. Check that the appropriate device driver is built into the server's kernel. If the driver is not in the kernel, add the driver and rebuild the kernel.
7. Reboot the server so that the changes you made take effect.
For additional information on configuring your server, refer to Chapter 2. For information on adding peripheral adapters drivers and rebuilding the kernel, refer to Chapter 4. For information on configuring communication cards, refer to Chapter 6. Be sure to maintain an accurate record of all cards installed in the server.
Removing an Adapter from Your Server
The following instructions are guidelines for removing an adapter card. Actual procedures vary depending on the type of server.
1. If you have removed a LAN card, remove the card's driver from the system software by using the Add a Card menu. Refer to "Removing a Card" in Chapter 6 for instructions.
2. If you have removed a peripheral adapter card, you may want to remove the device's driver from the system kernel. For instructions on running the Kernel Configuration Utility and configuring the kernel refer to "Understanding the Kernel Configuration Utility" in Chapter 4.
3. Power off the server and remove the card.
4. If you are working with an EISA-bus platform, run the EISA Configuration Utility (ECU) to update the system configuration. Refer to "Setting Hardware Configurations for EISA-Bus Servers" in Chapter 2 for information on the ECU.
5. If you are working with an MCA-bus platform, run the Automatic Configuration program on the Reference Diskette. Refer to "Setting Hardware Configurations for MCA-Bus Servers" in Chapter 2 for information the MCA Reference Diskette.
6. Reboot the server.
Changing resources differs for adapters installed in ISA-, EISA-, and MCA-bus servers. The following sections briefly describe each procedure. For further information on setting hardware configurations, refer to "Installing and Configuring the Internal Hardware" in Chapter 2.
1. Using your Server Configuration Worksheet and the documentation that came with the device, determine the new nonconflicting setting for the card.
2. If you are changing a communication card, refer to "To Change Settings on Communication Adapters" later in this chapter to change the card's values on the Add/Change Card screen.
3. Power off the server and remove the card.
4. Reset jumpers and switches on the card so that the card's resource settings match those you listed on the Server Configuration Worksheet. Consult your card's documentation for the appropriate settings.
5. Reinstall the card and reboot the server.
1. Using your Server Configuration Worksheet and the documentation that came with the device, determine the new non-conflicting setting for the card.
2. Power off the server.
3. Run the EISA Configuration Utility (ECU) and change the settings on the card. Refer to your card's documentation for instructions on how to use the ECU.
4. Reboot the server.
5. If you are changing a communication card, refer to "To Change Settings on Communication Adapters" later in this chapter to change the card's values on the Add/Change Card screen.
1. Using your Server Configuration Worksheet and the documentation that came with the device, determine the new nonconflicting setting for the card.
2. Power off the server.
3. Run the Reference Diskette and change the settings on the card. Refer to the documentation that came with your system for instructions on how to use the Reference Diskette.
4. Reboot the server.
5. If you are changing a communication card, refer to "To Change Settings on Communication Adapters," which follows, to change the card's values on the Add/Change Card screen.
To Change Settings on Communication Adapters
1. From the server console, select System Maintenance from the Operator Menu. The System Maintenance menu appears.
2. Select Configure/Diagnose Server. The Server Configuration menu appears.
3. Select Add Cards/Change Card Configuration. The Add/Change Card screen appears.
4. Select CHANGE card settings. The cursor moves to the bottom half of the screen.
5. Select the card and press ENTER. The Change Card Settings Screen appears. The current settings for the selected card are displayed on this screen.
6. Select the setting you want to change. Enter the new setting.
7. When you are finished changing the settings, press F10 to return to the Add/Change Card screen.
8. Select SAVE configuration and exit. The system builds the specified device drivers and displays the Server Configuration menu.