The chdisp command changes the default display being used by the Low Function Terminal Subsystem.
chdisp { -d DeviceName | -p DeviceName }
The chdisp command changes the display used by the low function terminal (LFT) subsystem.
To generate a list of available displays and their respective display identifiers and descriptions, use the lsdisp command. For an example of the listing displayed, see the lsdisp command example listing.
Note: The chdisp command can be used only on an LFT.
Alternatively, you can use the Web-based System Manager Devices application (wsm devices fast path) to change device characteristics. You could also use the System Management Interface Tool (SMIT) smit chdisp fast path to run this command for certain devices.
chdisp -d ppr0
chdisp -p gda1
/bin/chdisp | Contains the chdisp command. |
The lsdisp command.
Setting up and running Web-based System Management in AIX Version 4.3 System Management Guide: Operating System and Devices.
LFT Subsystem Component Structure Overview in AIX Kernel Extensions and Device Support Programming Concepts.