NEC EXPRESS 5800 User Manual page 209

Fail to access to internal or external devices (or such devices fail to operate):
Are cables properly connected?
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– Make sure that the interface cables and power cord are properly connected. Also make
sure that the cables are connected in the correct order.
Is the power-on order correct?
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– When the server has any external devices connected, power on the external devices
first, then the server.
Did you install drivers for connected optional devices?
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– Some optional devices require specific device drivers. Refer to the manual that comes
with the device to install its driver.
Is BIOS configuration correct?
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– When the server has PCI devices connected, make sure to set the PCI device interrupt
and others with the BIOS setup utility of the server. (Most PCI devices generally do
not require any change to the configuration, but some boards do require specific
settings. Refer to the manual that comes with the board for details to make correct
settings.
<Menus to check: [Advanced] - [PCI Configuration] - [PCI Slot xx ROM]
x: PCI slot number>
– Some devices connected to the serial or parallel port may require I/O port address or
operation mode settings. Refer to the manual that comes with the board for details to
make correct settings.
<Menu to check: [Advanced] - [Peripheral Configuration]>
The DUMP and SLEEP switches are disabled:
Is the server in the Secure Mode?
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– In the Secure Mode, the DUMP switch is disabled. To release the Secure Mode, enter
the password specified with the BIOS setup utility.
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