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Indicators of Network Station problems
The Network Station indicates problems in the following ways:
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System LED indications.
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Audio beep sequences.
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Error codes and text messages.
LED indications and audio beep sequences generally occur before the IBM
Network Station logo displays. Error messages only appear on the monitor
after the IBM Network Station logo displays.
To determine the cause of a Network Station problem indicator, follow these
steps:
__ 1. Record any problem indicators, such as LED indications, audio beep
sequences, or error codes or messages, and a description of the
problem.
__ 2. Locate the symptoms of the problem in one of the following tables, and
follow the instructions that are provided:
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Refer to Table 5 on page 73 for any LED indications, or audio beep
sequences that you experience.
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Refer to “NS Boot error codes and text messages” on page 76 for any
error codes and text messages that you receive.
__ 3. To replace a defective Network Station part, see “Chapter 2. Replacing
Network Station parts” on page 9 for related procedures.
__ 4. To perform exchanges of Network Station parts, or perform hardware
upgrades, refer to “Chapter 4. Performing hardware procedures” on
page 17.
The following table offers suggestions for some common Network Station
problems.
Table 5. Problem indicators
Audio beep sequences
If your Network Station is not functioning properly and it is emitting audio beep sequences, an error
has occurred. Beep sequences can include short beeps, long beeps, and brief silent periods.
Perform the steps below to ensure that any beep sequences are not being caused by an easily avoidable
problem.
Symptom What you should do
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