C H A P T E R 6

Hardware Diagnostic Tests

This chapter describes how to run diagnostic tests on the hardware for the

Cisco SFS 7000P and SFS 7000D Server Switches, and it contains the following sections:

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Displaying Hardware Errors, page 6-8

About Diagnostic Tests

Hardware diagnostic tests can be performed through the CLI or the Element Manager GUI. For instructions about how to run a test with the Element Manager GUI, see the Cisco SFS 7000 Series Product Family Element Manager User Guide. A POST is run automatically on various components at power-on.

The following sections refer to running and displaying tests with the CLI. For complete diagnostic command information, see the Cisco SFS 7000 Series Product Family Command Reference.

LED Tests

LED tests allow you to set a particular LED to blink in a specific way so that you can more easily identify a specific component in a rack. See Chapter 5, “Managing the Switch” for more information on LEDs.

Self-Tests

The Cisco SFS 7000P and SFS 7000D Server Switches provide the following diagnostic tests:

Card Self-Test

Chassis Self-Test

Fan Self-Test

Power Supply Self-Tests

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SFS 7000D, SFS 7000P specifications

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The system supports a range of data management features, including snapshots, replication, and tiered storage. These capabilities provide organizations with the tools to optimize their storage usage, safeguard their data, and ensure seamless disaster recovery options, thereby enhancing overall data resilience.

Furthermore, Cisco has integrated its advanced security technologies into the SFS 7000P, ensuring that data is protected throughout its lifecycle. With stringent access controls and encrypted data transfer capabilities, organizations can secure sensitive information against unauthorized access.

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In summary, Cisco Systems SFS 7000P provides a powerful combination of speed, scalability, reliability, and security. It is an ideal choice for organizations looking to enhance their storage capabilities while ensuring future-proofing against the ever-growing data landscape.