Digital Equipment Prioris XL 6000 Series, Service Maintenance Manual

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Troubleshooting
10-2
Initial Troubleshooting
Follow these general procedures to troubleshoot your Prioris XL 6000 Series
server.
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Record all configuration information and have it readily available.
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Turn off your server, wait until all hard disk drives completely spin down,
and then turn it back on.
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Refer to Chapter 4, “Server Management,” if the POST detects an error.
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Ensure that all cables and connections are secure.
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Make sure all necessary video, printer, and application device drivers
are properly installed.
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Try not to troubleshoot more than one problem at a time.
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Try to duplicate the problem.
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Run the diagnostic software. Refer to the next section “Running the
Diagnostics.”
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Run the SCU.
Refer to Chapter 2, “Server Software and Utilities,” to ensure the server is correctly
configured for all installed hardware and software.
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Run SCSISelect if you have problems after connecting a SCSI device.
Refer to Chapter 2, “Server Software and Utilities,” for additional information.
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Contact Digital Services for software or hardware related problems.
NOTE:
If you need to return a failed component, pack it in its
original container and return it to Digital for service.
If you are a self-maintenance customer, call your authorized
service provider for assistance and recommendations.