Optional-Device Problems - IBM x3400 7975 Problem Determination And Service Manual

Optional-device problems

v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem
is solved.
v See Chapter 3, "Parts listing, System x3400 Types 7973, 7974, 7975 and 7976," on page 87 to determine
which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable
units (FRU).
v If an action step is preceded by "(Trained service technician only)," that step must be performed only by a
trained service technician.
Symptom
An IBM optional device that was
just installed does not work.
An IBM optional device that
used to work does not work
now.
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Action
1. Make sure that:
v The device is designed for the server (see http://www.ibm.com/servers/
eserver/serverproven/compat/us/).
v You followed the installation instructions that came with the device and the
device is installed correctly.
v You have not loosened any other installed devices or cables.
v You updated the configuration information in the Configuration/Setup Utility
program. Whenever memory or any other device is changed, you must
update the configuration.
2. Reseat the device that you just installed.
3. Replace the device that you just installed.
1. Make sure that all of the hardware and cable connections for the device are
secure.
2. If the device comes with test instructions, use those instructions to test the
device.
3. Reseat the failing device.
4. Replace the failing device.