Software Problems
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HP Servers Troubleshooting Guide
HP CONFIDENTIAL
Writer: Ted Weiman File Name: d-ch3 Software Problems.doc
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Erasing the System
CAUTION:
Perform a backup before running the System Erase Utility. All data and
configuration information on your existing server is erased by the System Erase
Utility. This utility sets the system to its original factory state, deleting the existing
hardware configuration information (including array setup and disk partitioning) and
erasing all connected hard drives completely.
Run the System Erase Utility if you must erase the system for the following reasons:
•
You choose to install a new operating system on a server with an existing
operating system.
•
You want to change your operating system selection.
•
You encounter a failure-causing error during the SmartStart installation.
•
You encounter an error when completing the steps of a factory-installed
operating system installation.
Using the SmartStart CD, you can run the System Erase Utility in one of the
following ways:
•
Run from CD
a.
Power up the server using the SmartStart CD.
b.
Click
Run System Erase Utility
on the menu screen.
c.
The next screen displays a warning message that
all data
will be destroyed
as a result of running this utility.
d.
If you would like to erase your system, continue with the process, following
onscreen instructions.