Select the activation type for the logical partition. Either IPL type or Boot mode displays here, depending on the server model that you are activating.
For IPL type, possible values are:
Do not Override: Uses the current partition setting.
IPL type A: Use IPL type A when directed for special work, such as diagnostic work.
IPL type B: Use IPL type B for routine work.
IPL type C: This type of IPL is reserved for hardware service representatives.
IPL type D: Use IPL type D when directed for special work, such as installing and reloading programs. IPL type D loads the system programs from an alternate IPL load source, such as a tape drive or CD-ROM.
For Boot mode, possible values are:
Do Not Override: Uses the setting in the profile user selected here.
Normal: The logical partition starts up as normal. (This is the mode that you use to perform most everyday tasks.)
SMS: The logical partition boots to the System Management Services (SMS) menu.
Diagnostic with default boot list: The logical partition boots using the default boot list that is stored in the system firmware. This mode is normally used to boot customer diagnostics from the CD-ROM drive. Use this boot mode to run standalone diagnostics.
Diagnostic with stored boot list: The logical partition performs a service mode boot using the service mode boot list saved in NVRAM. Use this boot mode to run online diagnostics.
Open Firmware OK prompt: The logical partition boots to the open firmware prompt. This option is used by service personnel to obtain additional debug information.