θCheck the network controller LEDs that are visible through an opening at the system back panel.
Problems with Network
The server hangs when the drivers are loaded.
θChange the PCI BIOS interrupt settings. Try the “PCI Installation Tips” below.
Diagnostics pass, but the connection fails.
θMake sure the network cable is securely attached.
θMake sure you specify the correct frame type in your NET.CFG file.
The Link LED doesn’t light.
θMake sure you have loaded the network drivers.
θCheck all cable connections.
θTry another port on the hub.
θMake sure you have the correct type of cable between the adapter and the hub. Some hubs require a crossover cable while others require a straight through cable (for more information on crossover cabling, see your hub documentation).
The Activity LED doesn’t light.
θMake sure you’ve loaded the correct network drivers.
θNetwork may be idle. Try accessing a server.
The controller stopped working when an
θMake sure the cable is connected to the port from the onboard network controller.
θMake sure your PCI BIOS is current. Try the “PCI Installation Tips” below.
θMake sure the other adapter supports shared interrupts. Also, make sure your operating system supports shared interrupts; OS/2† does not.
θTry reseating the add in adapter.
The add-in adapter stopped working without apparent cause.
θTry reseating the adapter first; then try a different slot if necessary.
θThe network driver files may be corrupt or deleted. Delete and then reinstall the drivers.
θRun the diagnostics.
Problems with Application Software
If you have problems with application software, do the following:
θVerify that the software is properly configured for the system. See the software installation and operation documentation for instructions on setting up and using the software.
θTry a different copy of the software to see if the problem is with the copy you are using.
θMake sure all cables are installed correctly.
θVerify that the server board jumpers are set correctly. See Chapter 1.
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