Changing the Current Locale

You can change the language of your HMC interface when you power on the HMC and
by using the System Configuration application.

When you power on the HMC, the HMC automatically prompts you to change the
locale. The locale is the language you want your HMC to display. If you do not respond,
the HMC continues to power on with the last locale used.

Changing the Interface Language During Power On

To change your HMC's interface language when you power on the HMC, do the
following:

1. Power on the HMC.
2. When you are prompted to change the locale, type the number 2 to select Change
Locale. The Locale Selection window opens.
3. Select the locale you want to display from the list.
4. Click OK.

When the HMC completes the power on process, it displays the language you selected.

Changing the Interface Language Using the System Configuration Application

To change your HMC's interface language by using the System Configuration
application, do the following:

1. In the Navigation area, click the System Configuration icon.
2. In the Contents area, click Change Current Locale.
3. A window opens. Select the locale you want from the list.
4. Click OK.
5. Log out of the HMC interface and then log back in to the HMC interface.