[rescue] Booting an RS/6000 without a system key

[Sridhar the POWERful]

On Mon, 22 Apr 2002, Jonathan C. Patschke wrote:

> Is it possible to boot an RS/6000 into normal operating mode if the
> keyswitch is stuck in "service" mode?  Failing that, is it possible to
> obtain a new keyswitch or jimmy the connection on the system board in some
> way?

It's a simple connector that goes to a header on the mainboard.  It's also
fairly easy to replace mechanically.  The real trouble occurs when the key
is stuck in normal position, and you can't get the case off.

Peace...  Sridhar