Once the system console prompt appears (>>>), the retained AlphaServer 400 console firmware provides the SRM environment used to inspect devices and boot a guest. Selected console variables, device paths, and boot procedures are validated elsewhere in this guide. That evidence does not establish that every physical AlphaServer 400 function, timing characteristic, diagnostic, or limitation is reproduced. Use legacy hardware documentation as a historical command reference and follow Avanti-specific guidance wherever the virtual configuration differs.

Type HELP at the console prompt to view the help text supplied by the retained firmware. Available commands can depend on the firmware and configured virtual hardware; the displayed help is authoritative for that running configuration.