IBM 704 manual Troubleshooting Other Network Adapters

Troubleshooting Other Network Adapters

Troubleshooting Other Network Adapters

This section provides general troubleshooting information for problems that might occur when a network adapter is installed in the server. For more specific details about troubleshooting your network adapter, see your network-adapter documentation.

If the network adapter cannot connect to the network, or if the network adapter contains LEDs that do not work, check the following:

ŸMake sure that:

–You installed the latest revision levels of the device drivers that came with the network adapter, as described in your operating-system documentation.

–The network adapter is seated firmly in the connector (see “Installing Adapters” on page 143).

–You installed the correct network cable. (If you need information about selecting the correct cable, contact your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative.)

–The network cable is securely attached at all connections. If the cable is attached correctly but the problem persists, try a different cable.

ŸCheck for operating-system-specific causes for the problem. Refer to your operating-system documentation and your network-adapter documentation.

ŸTest the network adapter. The adapter test requirements depend on which operating system you are using. Refer to your operating-system documentation and your network-adapter documentation for details.

ŸIf the network adapter fails during testing, remove it (see “Removing Adapters” on page 151) and install another network adapter as described in “Installing Adapters” on page 143.

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