Nortel North American DMS-100 Instruction Manual page 617

1-596 Trouble locating and clearing procedures (continued)
TOPS MPX Token Ring LAN troubleshooting
(Sheet 3 of 4)
Message
Number
DFIPD015I
DFIPD016I
DFIPD017E
297-8021-544 Standard 14.02 May 2001
Explanation
Message:
Ring test 1 started
Meaning: Ring test 1 started. The user pressed F6 (Ring
Test). The Ring Diagnostic sends a message to test the
Adapter Support Interface and the adapter in this computer.
Action: Wait for another message that indicates the result of
ring test 1.
Variable Data: Does not apply
Message:
Ring test 1 successful - test 2 started
Meaning: Ring test 1 completed and ring test 2 starts. Ring
diagnostic sends a message to complete the test of the Adapter
Support Interface in this computer. This message appears
after message number DFIPD015I.
Action: Wait for a message that indicates the result of ring test
2.
Variable Data: Does not apply
Message:
Ring test 1 failed - test stopped
Meaning: The Ring Diagnostic could not complete ring test 1
Action: When ring status is Normal, run the Adapter
Diagnostics. Make sure the diagnostics indicate that the
adapter functions and the message repeats. Remove and
replace the TOPS MPX position. Follow the common
procedures. Install the replacement TOPS MPX. Begin the
test. Use the TOPS MPX power-on self test. If the known
working TOPS MPX position flags this error, there is a problem
with the adapter cable or the MAU.
Variable Data: Does not apply
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