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To: SVLUG List <svlug@svlug.org> From:"Karsten M. Self" <kmself@ix.netcom.com> Date: Tue, 16 Oct 2001 16:56:32 -0700 If you've got networking and another box, it's helpful to see if you can ping or connect to the system. If you can log in, again, you can shut down cleanly. Another option is to run a getty out to your serial port (assuming it's not claimed by another use) and use a handheld (Palm/Handspring) to connect to the system as an emergency access terminal. ===