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SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS
The System Diagnostics runs several tests on the server.
Select [Maintenance Tools] - [Test and diagnostics] in the EXPRESSBUILDER to diagnose the system.
Test Items
The following items are tested during the system diagnostics.
„ Memory
„
CPU cache memory
„
Hard disk drive used as a system
IMPORTANT:
When executing the system diagnostics, make sure to disconnect the LAN
cable to avoid influence on the network.
NOTE:
When checking the hard disk drive, no data is written on the disk.
Startup and Exit of System Diagnostics
There are two ways to diagnose the server: using the local console (keyboard) of the server itself, and using the
management PC via the serial port (remote console).
IMPORTANT:
Use the serial port to execute System Diagnostics with remote console. The
LAN connection is not for System Diagnostics.
The procedure to start the diagnostics program is as follows:
1.
Shutdown the OS, power off the server, and unplug the power cord.
2.
Disconnect all the LAN cables from the server.
3.
Plug the power cord and power on the server.
4.
Use the EXPRESSBUILDER DVD to start the system.
Select [Maintenance Tools (Normal mode)] when using the local console of the server, or select [Maintenance
Tools (Redirection mode )] when using the remote console.
5.
Select [English].
The following menu is displayed on the screen, when selecting [English].
Local console Remote console