User Guide
Function of the Maintenance Tools
The following functions can be executed via the Maintenance Tools.
Maintenance Utility
The Off-line Maintenance Utility is an OS-independent maintenance program.
If you are unable to start the OS-dependent NEC ESMPRO to troubleshoot a problem,
the Off-line Maintenance Utility can be used.
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The Off-line Maintenance Utility is intended to be used by
your service representative. The NEC ExpressBuilder DVD
you have created contains a file that describes the operation
of the utility, but we recommend you do not attempt to use
the utility by yourself. Contact your service representative
and follow their instructions.
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See the on-line help for more information on the Off-line
Maintenance Utility. For further information, ask your service
representative.
The Off-line Maintenance Utility provides the following features.
■ IPMI Information Viewer
Allows to view the system event log (SEL), sensor data record (SDR), and the filed
replaceable unit (FRU) and to make a backup copy of them.
Using this feature, you can find system errors and events to determine a
maintenance part.
■ BIOS Setup Viewer
Allows to export the current configuration data defined with the SETUP utility to a
text file.
Figure 191: Using a remote console
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