This course provides a general overview of the startup process, presents an introduction to OpenBoot, and gives specifics on /sbin/init, run levels, and run control scripts. Specific details on the OpenBoot firmware and kernel loading are also included.
Objectives:
Access the OpenBoot environment and run commands to gather system information
Identify the OpenBoot architecture
Use commands to create and manipulate custom device aliases
Topics:
OpenBoot environment
OpenBoot architecture
OpenBoot interface
PROM full device names
OpenBoot device aliases
OpenBoot non-volatile RAM (NVRAM)
OpenBoot security
OpenBoot diagnostics
Input and output control
boot
Kernel
Technical Requirements:
P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Adobe Flash Player 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.
