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Continue with Configure the PC.Configure the PC to use the new console type from using atwinaxial console to an Operations ConsoleTo migrate from a twinaxial console to an Operations Console, you must configurethe PC to use the new console type. To configure the new console type, see Set upOperations Console.Perform an initial program load (IPL) to ensure there are no errors. Then, at a latertime, remove or move any hardware you planned for.It is recommended that you power down the iSeries when removing adapter cardsor cables.Note: If the new console fails to work in OS/400 you may need to use anotherworkstation to manually delete the controller and device descriptionassociated with the old console device.Migrating from an Operations Console to a twinaxial consoleBefore you begin, make sure that you have satisfied all the Operations Consolehardware requirements for the PC and iSeries server.To migrate Operations Console to a twinaxial console, you must perform steps onthe server and, optionally, on the PC.1. Migrate the console in a non-partitioned or primary partitioned serverUse these instructions to migrate the console from an Operations Console to atwinaxial console in a non-partitioned or primary partitioned server.2. Migrate the console in a secondary partitionUse these instructions to migrate the console from Operations Console to atwinaxial console in a secondary partition.3. Perform optional steps on the PCUse these instructions to configure the PC to use the new console type whenmigrating from Operations Console to a twinaxial console.Migrate the console from an Operations Console to a twinaxialconsole in a non-partitioned or primary partitioned serverTo migrate from an Operations Console to a twinaxial console, follow these stepson the server using the existing console:1. Access Dedicated Service Tools (DST).2. Select Work with DST environment.3. Select System Devices.4. Select Console mode.5. If you are currently using Operations Console local console on a network(LAN), select Operations Console local console on a network (LAN) andfollow these steps to deallocate the network adapter:a. Select Operations Console (LAN). The LAN adapter currently in useshould be shown.b. Press F11.c. Press F6 to clear the configuration data.d. Press F7 to store this new value.e. Press F12 to exit this window.f. Select Console Mode.Chapter 3. Plan for Operations Console 27