The filename extension does not have to be .INI. You can then press F10 to run the AMIDiag tests that are specified in this file.

Save Batch Parameters

Select this choice to save all batch mode parameters, selected tests, selected devices, and error logging information to an AMIDiag batch parameter file. You can then load this ASCII file later and use the same saved options and test parameters every time you perform a AMIDiag session. To save batch parameters, complete the following steps:

1.From the AMIDiag main menu, select Options, and press Enter.

2.Select Save Batch Parameters, and press Enter. The following appears:

3.Press Enter to accept the default batch parameter file (Diagnostic Utility.INI), or type the appropriate AMIDiag batch parameter filename.

Generate Report

To generate a report of the diagnostic test and all errors found, complete the following steps:

1.From the main menu, select Options, and press Enter.

2.Select Generate Report to specify the output device: disk file or serial port.

Note: If a file is selected as an output device, you must ensure that a writeable file system is available to write the report to from EFI.

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