Small Computer System Interface Messages; Diagnostic Programs And Error Messages - IBM Netfinity 6000R User Reference Manual

Small computer system interface messages

SCSI
Messages
All One or more of the following might be causing the problem.
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Action:
Verify that:
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If the above items are correct, run the diagnostic programs to
obtain additional information about the failing device. If the error
remains or recurs, call for service.

Diagnostic programs and error messages

messages issued during POST and all system status messages from the Netfinity
Advanced System Management Processor.
To view the contents of the error logs, start the Configuration/Setup Utility program;
then, select Event/Error Logs from the main menu.
The following table lists actions to take if you receive a SCSI error message.
Note: If your server does not have a hard disk drive, ignore any message that
indicates that the BIOS is not installed.
You will get these messages only when running the SCSISelect Utility.
Description
A failing SCSI device (adapter, drive, controller)
An improper SCSI configuration
Duplicate SCSI IDs in the same SCSI chain
An improperly installed SCSI terminator
A defective SCSI terminator
An improperly installed cable
A defective cable
The external SCSI devices are turned on. External SCSI
devices must be turned on before the server.
The cables for all external SCSI devices are connected
correctly.
The last device in each SCSI chain is terminated properly.
The SCSI devices are configured correctly.
Table 19. SCSI messages
The server diagnostic programs are stored in upgradable read-only memory (ROM)
on the system board. These programs are the primary method of testing the major
components of your server.
Diagnostic error messages indicate that a problem exists; they are not intended to be
used to identify a failing part. Troubleshooting and servicing of complex problems
that are indicated by error messages should be performed by trained service
personnel.
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