Maintenance 6-7

SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS

The System Diagnostics runs several tests on the server.

Select [Tools] → [System Diagnostics] in the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER to diagnose the server.

Test Items

The following items are tested in system diagnostics.

Memory

CPU cache memory

Hard disk used as a system

IMPORTANT: When executing the system diagnostics, make sure to remove the LAN cable. Executing the system diagnostics with the LAN cable connected, the network may be influenced.

TIPS: On checking the hard disk, no data is written into the disk.

Startup and Exit of System Diagnosis

Procedures to start the diagnostic program are as follows:

1.Shutdown the OS, and power off the server. Then, unplug the power cord.

2.Disconnect all the LAN cables from the server.

3.Plug the power cord and power on the server.

4.Use the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM to reboot the server.

The following menu appears when the server is started using the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER.

5.Select [Tools].