Before You Call For Service; Getting Customer Support And Service; Getting Help Online: Www.ibm.com/Storage/Support/Nas - IBM TotalStorage Network Attached Storage 300G User Reference

v Description of the problem
v Exact wording of any error messages
v Hardware and software configuration information
If possible, be at your computer when you call.
A compatible monitor, keyboard, and mouse are required for many service activities.
Before you have the computer serviced, be sure to have these components
attached to your computer, either directly or through a console switch.
The following items are not covered:
v Replacement or use of non-IBM parts or nonwarranted IBM parts
v Identification of software problem sources
v Configuration of BIOS as part of an installation or upgrade
v Changes, modifications, or upgrades to device drivers
v Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS)
v Installation and maintenance of application programs
Refer to your IBM hardware warranty for a full explanation of IBM's warranty terms.

Before you call for service

Many computer problems can be solved without outside assistance, by using the
online help or by looking in the online or printed documentation that comes with
your Network Attached Server appliance. Also, be sure to read the information in
any README files that come with your software.
Your Network Attached Server appliance comes with documentation that contains
troubleshooting procedures and explanations of error messages. The
documentation that comes with your appliance also contains information about the
diagnostic tests you can perform.
If you receive a POST error code or beep code when you turn on your Network
Attached Server appliance, refer to the POST error-message charts in your
hardware documentation. If you do not receive a POST error code or beep code,
but suspect a hardware problem, refer to the troubleshooting information in your
hardware documentation or run the diagnostic tests.
If you suspect a software problem, consult the documentation (including any
README files) for the operating system or application program.

Getting customer support and service

Purchasing an IBM Network Attached Storage appliance entitles you to standard
help and support during the warranty period. If you need additional support and
services, a wide variety of extended services are available for purchase that
address almost any need.

Getting help online: www.ibm.com/storage/support/nas

Here you can visit a support page that is specific to your hardware, complete with
FAQs, parts information, technical hints and tips, technical publications, and
downloadable files, if applicable.
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Note: All warranted parts contain a 7-character identification in the format IBM
FRU XXXXXXX.