HP ROM-Based Setup Utility User Guide

• “EMS Console” (page 178)
• “BIOS Interface Mode” (page 179)
BIOS Serial Console Port
The BIOS Serial Console Port option provides additional selections for enabling BIOS Serial
Console.
NOTE: A null modem cable should be connected to the serial port/COM port which BIOS Serial
Console is enabled.
NOTE: On select newer servers, the BIOS Serial Console Port default is Auto instead of Disabled.
During the boot process, the server checks for the presence of a VT100 compatible client running
at 9600 Baud connected to the server and automatically enables the BIOS Serial Console for that
boot if one is found. This eliminates the need to run RBSU with a local keyboard and monitor
attached to enable the BIOS Serial Console feature.
BIOS Serial Console Baud Rate
The BIOS Serial Console Baud Rate option enables baud rate changes.
176 RBSU menu-driven interface, version 2.xx (G5 and earlier servers)