Power Mac G4 (QuickSilver 2002): How to Configure Computer As a Server Without a Monitor
This document discusses how to configure a Power Mac G4 (QuickSilver 2002) as a server without a display (headless server).
Products Affected
Mac OS X Server, Power Mac
Using the Computer as a Server Without a Monitor
You can set up your computer to run as a server without an attached monitor. Follow these steps:
If you're using remote access software, follow the instructions that came with your software for logging into and controlling the server.
You can set up your computer to run as a server without an attached monitor. Follow these steps:
- 1. Set up your computer, including connecting a monitor, mouse, and keyboard as described in the "Setting Up Your Power Mac G4" manual.
- Configure network access.
- Configure the security application so that the server can be controlled remotely.
- Set passwords for access to the server.
- Set network services to start up when the system starts up.
2. Configure your server software as follows:
4. Disconnect the monitor.
If you're using remote access software, follow the instructions that came with your software for logging into and controlling the server.
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