Lenovo ThinkSystem SR850, Maintenance Manual

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b. Serial cable.
3. Replace the following components:
a. Failing serial device.
b. Serial cable.
4. (Trained technician only) Replace the system board.
Software problems
Use this information to solve software problems.
1. To determine whether the problem is caused by the software, make sure that:
• The server has the minimum memory that is needed to use the software. For memory requirements,
see the information that comes with the software.
Note: If you have just installed an adapter or memory, the server might have a memory-address
conflict.
• The operating system is on the ServerProven list (see http://www.lenovo.com/serverproven/) and
supported by your hardware.
• The software is designed to operate on the server.
• Other software works on the server.
• The software works on another server.
2. If you receive any error messages while you use the software, see the information that comes with the
software for a description of the messages and suggested solutions to the problem.
3. Check the operating system logs for any events related to your software and attempt to resolve them.
4. Contact your place of purchase of the software.
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