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AlphaServer 1000A Owner's Guide Troubleshooting • 8-1
8 Troubleshooting
Introduction
This chapter describes procedures for resolving problems with the system. The first
section provides an overview and a general guide to determining the type of problem
that exists. The next two sections describe diagnostic procedures that you can use to
identify the source of a particular problem. To correct a problem, locate the
troubleshooting table for that problem type and follow the guidelines provided. If
you cannot correct the problem, report it to your service representative.
This chapter covers the following topics:
• Troubleshooting Overview
• System Diagnostics
• Power Problems
• Console Problems
• Boot Problems
• Problems Detected by the Operating System
• Storage Problems
• Option Card Problems
• Monitor and Terminal Problems
• Keyboard and Mouse Problems
• Printer Problems
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Overheating Problems
•
RAID Device Problems
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Using the Fail-Safe Loader