Setting the media speed

Learn how to specify the media speed that includes the speed and duplex mode of the Ethernet adapter.

Before you begin

The default for the HMC adapter settings is Autodetection. If this adapter is connected to a LAN switch, you must match the switch port settings.

About this task

If you are using HMC Version 10.1.1020, or earlier, to set the media speed and duplex, complete the following steps:
  1. In the navigation area, click Console Management, and then select Console Settings.
  2. In the content pane, click Change network settings.
  3. Click the LAN Adapters tab.
  4. Select the LAN adapter that you want to work with and click Details.
  5. In the local area network (LAN) information section, select Autodetection or the appropriate media speed and duplex combination.
  6. Click OK.
If you are using HMC Version 10.2.1030, or later, to set the media speed and duplex, complete the following steps:
  1. In the navigation area, click HMC management.
  2. In the content pane, click Network settings.
  3. Click the LAN Adapters tab.
  4. Select the LAN adapter that you want to work with and click Details.
  5. In the local area network (LAN) information section, select Autodetection or the appropriate media speed and duplex combination.
  6. Click OK.