You could use Mike Kershaw's 'bootshell' program, which was pretty much the only option before the SIGNAL command was created.
-----Original Message----- From: The IBM z/VM Operating System [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Charles LeDuff Sent: May 14, 2008 16:01 To: IBMVM@LISTSERV.UARK.EDU Subject: Linux shutdown and DoD restrictions I am wondering if there is anyone who has automated the shutdown of linux instances in z/VM, that has to follow the Department of Defense (DoD) requirements? The requirements, I am referring to, are the Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG). The SIGNAL command would be the perfect solution, but it requires enabling the CTL-ALT-DEL function under linux. According to the STIG, the CTL-ATL-DEL function cannot be enable. I have tried using the CP SEND command, in a REXX EXEC, to send the userid and password to linux, but z/VM changes the case of the letter from lower to upper. Another problem according to the STIG. All passwords must be mixed case. Is there a way for z/VM to not change the case of the letter? Is there another way to automate the shutdown of the linux instances? Looking for any help Charles The information transmitted is intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review retransmission dissemination or other use of or taking any action in reliance upon this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient or delegate is strictly prohibited. If you received this in error please contact the sender and delete the material from any computer. The integrity and security of this message cannot be guaranteed on the Internet. The sender accepts no liability for the content of this e-mail or for the consequences of any actions taken on the basis of information provided. The recipient should check this e-mail and any attachments for the presence of viruses. The sender accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this e-mail. This disclaimer is property of the TTC and must not be altered or circumvented in any manner.
