Sun Microsystems 280R Server User Manual


 
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CHAPTER
6
Diagnostics, Monitoring, and
Troubleshooting
The Sun Fire 280R server and its accompanying software contain many tools and
features that help you:
Monitor the status of a functioning system
Isolate problems when there is a failure of a field-replaceable component
Exercise the system to disclose an intermittent or incipient problem
For step-by-step instructions, turn to the relevant section.
“How to Monitor the System” on page 175
“How to Monitor the System Using Sun Remote System Control (RSC)” on
page 175
“How to Monitor the System Using Sun Management Center Software” on
page 177
“How to Isolate Failed Components” on page 178
“How to Use Default NVRAM Parameters” on page 178
“How to Isolate Failures Using Sun Remote System Control (RSC)” on
page 179
“How to Isolate Failures Using Power-On Self-Test (POST)” on page 179
“How to Isolate Failures Using OpenBoot Diagnostics” on page 181
“How to Set Up a tip Connection” on page 183
“How to Configure a Local Graphics Console” on page 186
“How to Set the Diagnostics Level” on page 186
“How to Diagnose Specific Problems” on page 187
“How to Exercise the System” on page 198
“How to Check Whether SunVTS Software Is Installed” on page 198
“How to Exercise the System Using SunVTS Software” on page 199