Diagnostic Programs And Error Messages - IBM eServer 445 xSeries Hardware Maintenance Manual And Troubleshooting Manual

Diagnostic programs and error messages

The server diagnostic programs are stored in upgradeable read-only memory
(ROM) on the I/O board. These programs are the primary method of testing the
major components of the 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.
Sometimes the first error to occur causes additional errors. In this case, the server
displays more than one error message. Always follow the suggested action
instructions for the first error message that appears.
The following sections contain the error codes that might appear in the detailed test
log and summary log when running the diagnostic programs.
The error code format is as follows:
fff-ttt-iii-date-cc-text message
where:
fff
ttt
iii
date
cc
text message
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is the three-digit function code that indicates the function being tested when
the error occurred. For example, function code 089 is for the
microprocessor.
is the three-digit failure code that indicates the exact test failure that was
encountered.
is the three-digit device ID.
is the date that the diagnostic test was run and the error recorded.
is the check value that is used to verify the validity of the information.
is the diagnostic message that indicates the reason for the problem.