Using the System Control Manager 8-1
Chapter 8
Using the System Control Manager
The system control manager (SCM) communicates with microprocessors on the
console serial bus (CSB) to monitor and manage the system. The SCM also
provides remote server management functions.
This chapter explains the operation and use of the SCM. Sections are:
• Console Serial Bus Subsystem
• System Control Manager Overview
• SCM COM1 Operating Modes
• Console Device Setup
• Entering the SCM
• SRMEnvironmentVariablesforCOM1
• SCM Command-Line Interface
• Troubleshooting Tips
For more information on SCM commands, see the AlphaServer GS80/160/320
Firmware Reference Manual.