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Regularly check the server from HDM or OM for operating health issues.
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Keep the operating system and software up to date as required.
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Make a reliable backup plan:
Back up data regularly.
If data operations on the server are frequent, back up data as needed in shorter intervals
than the regular backup interval.
Check the backup data regularly for data corruption.
•
Stock spare components on site in case replacements are needed. After a spare component is
used, prepare a new one.
•
Keep the network topology up to date to facilitate network troubleshooting.
Maintenance tools
The following are major tools for server maintenance:
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Temperature and humidity meter
—Monitors the operating environment of the server.
•
HDM and OM
—Monitor the operating status of the server.
Maintenance operation
This section describes the routine maintenance task operations and operation methods of the blade
server.
Task list
lists the routine maintenance tasks.
Table 27 Maintenance tasks
Maintenance tasks
Maintenance tools
Observing LED status
NA
Monitoring the temperature and humidity in the
equipment room
Hygrothermograph
Viewing server status
NA
Collecting server logs
NA
Updating firmware for the server
NA
