TABLE 2-11BMC-Generated POST Beep Codes

Beep Code1

Description

2-1-2-3 Check ROM copyright notice.

2-2-3-1 Test for unexpected interrupts.

1-5-1-1 FRB failure (processor failure)

1-5-2-2 No processors installed or processor socket 1 is empty

1-5-2-3 Processor configuration error (for example, mismatched VIDs)

1-5-2-4 Front-side bus select configuration error (for example, mismatched BSELs)

1-5-4-2 Power fault: DC power unexpectedly lost (for example, power good from the power supply was deasserted)

1-5-4-3 Chipset control failure

1-5-4-4 Power control failure (for example, power good from the power supply did not respond to power request)

1The code indicates the beep sequence; for example, 1-5-1-1 means a single beep, then a pause, then 5 beeps in a row, then a pause, then a single beep, then a pause, and then finally a single beep.

TABLE 2-12BIOS-Generated Boot Block POST Beep Codes

Beep

 

 

Code

Error Message

Description

 

 

 

1

Refresh timer failure

The memory refresh circuitry on the motherboard is faulty.

2

Parity error

Parity can not be reset

3

Base memory failure

Base memory test failure. See Table 2-13 on page 2-29for

 

 

additional error details.

4

System timer

System timer is not operational

5

Processor failure

Processor failure detected

6

Keyboard controller Gate A20

The keyboard controller may be bad. The BIOS cannot switch

 

failure

to protected mode.

7

Processor exception interrupt error

The CPU generated an exception interrupt.

8

Display memory read/write error

The system video adapter is either missing or its memory is

 

 

faulty. This is not a fatal error.

9

ROM checksum error

System BIOS ROM checksum error

10

Shutdown register error

Shutdown CMOS register read/write error detected

11

Invalid BIOS

General BIOS ROM error

 

 

 

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5310 NAS specifications

Sun Microsystems, known for its innovative computing solutions, launched the Sun 5310 Network Attached Storage (NAS) system, which marked a significant advancement in the realm of storage solutions in the early 2000s. The 5310 NAS was designed to provide high-performance, reliable, and scalable storage tailored for enterprise environments.

One of the standout features of the Sun 5310 NAS is its file-serving capabilities, which support multiple protocols, notably NFS (Network File System) and CIFS (Common Internet File System). This dual-protocol support allowed organizations to seamlessly integrate the NAS into diverse IT ecosystems, facilitating interoperability between UNIX, Linux, and Windows systems. The enhanced file-sharing capabilities made it an ideal solution for businesses with mixed operating environments.

The Sun 5310 NAS incorporates cutting-edge technologies to ensure high availability and data integrity. The system utilized a RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) technology, providing various RAID levels to protect against data loss while optimizing performance. Additionally, the device featured hot-swappable drives, enabling maintenance and upgrades with minimal downtime, a crucial factor for business continuity.

Equipped with advanced management software, the Sun 5310 NAS offered users an intuitive interface for monitoring storage health and performance. This software included comprehensive reporting functionalities that allowed IT administrators to oversee usage patterns and capacity planning efficiently.

Scalability was another defining characteristic of the Sun 5310 NAS. The system could easily expand with additional storage modules, accommodating the growing needs of an organization without the necessity for complete system overhauls. This flexibility ensured that businesses could adapt their storage solutions to meet evolving data storage needs without incurring significant costs or disruptions.

In terms of performance, the Sun 5310 NAS featured high I/O throughput achieved through its robust hardware architecture and optimized file serving capabilities. This performance baseline was crucial for organizations that relied on heavy data workloads and required rapid access to information.

In summary, the Sun 5310 NAS from Sun Microsystems embodied a forward-thinking approach to network storage, blending reliability, scalability, and multi-protocol support. Its user-friendly management software, combined with the robustness of RAID technology and hot-swappable drives, made it a preferred choice for enterprises looking to streamline their storage infrastructure while safeguarding critical data.
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