System Problems - Gateway 8450R System Manual

System problems

The system will not start up
Probable cause
The system is not connected to
an AC outlet
Voltage selection switch not
set correctly
A power supply module has
failed
The power supply has failed
The system is non-responsive
Probable cause
An error occurs during an
application or the server
may be out of memory
Keyboard, mouse, and front
panel are locked out when
the password is set
The keyboard does not work
Probable cause
Keyboard is locked out
when the password is set
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Troubleshooting
Solution
Make sure that the power cable is connected to an
operating AC power source.
Make sure that the voltage selection switch is set to
the correct power source.
Power supply alarm buzzes and power supply status
LED blinks indicating a failed power supply module.
Replace the indicated power supply module. (You can
turn off the audible alarm by inserting an appropriate
tool into the port on the front panel and pressing the
switch.)
The power supply alarm buzzes and all power supply
status LEDs blink, indicating a failed common
component.
Replace the entire power supply housing. (One or
more of the power supply modules may also be bad.)
Solution
Restart your server by pressing the reset button. If the
system is still non-responsive, press and hold in the power
button for 4 seconds to turn the server off. Turn the server
back on, then follow the on-screen instructions.
Enter the password.
Solution
Enter the password.