Bring the server to base configuration by removing all components that are not required by the server
2.
to complete POST. For more information, see "Breaking the server down to the minimum hardware
configuration (on page 17)." This process can include removing all:
Expansion boards
o
DIMMs, except the first bank
o
Hard drives
o
Peripheral devices
o
IMPORTANT:
not function properly.
CAUTION:
provided in "Performing processor procedures in the troubleshooting process (on page 17)."
Failure to follow the recommended guidelines can cause damage to the system board, requiring
replacement of the system board.
Remove all processors and PPMs, except the processor installed in socket 1 and the corresponding
3.
PPM.
Reseat the remaining memory boards, rebooting after each installation to isolate any failed memory
4.
boards, if applicable.
Replace the DIMMs with a remaining bank of memory.
5.
Replace the memory board, if applicable.
6.
Replace the system board.
7.
IMPORTANT:
serial number through RBSU
Expansion board-related port 85 codes
Expansion board-related port 85 codes display in the format 6xh.
IMPORTANT:
continues, proceed with the next step.
To troubleshoot expansion board-related error codes:
Reseat all expansion boards.
1.
Bring the server to base configuration by removing all components that are not required by the server
2.
to complete POST. For more information, see "Breaking the server down to the minimum hardware
configuration (on page 17)." This process can include removing all:
Expansion boards
o
DIMMs, except the first bank
o
Hard drives
o
Peripheral devices
o
IMPORTANT:
not function properly.
Processor socket 1 and PPM slot 1 must be populated at all times or the server does
Before removing or replacing any processors, be sure to follow the guidelines
If replacing the system board or clearing NVRAM, you must re-enter the server
("Re-entering the serial number and product
Reboot the server after completing each numbered step. If the error condition
Processor socket 1 and PPM slot 1 must be populated at all times or the server does
ID" on page 72).
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