PC Server 320 - Random HDD boot failures

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PC Server 320 - Random HDD boot failures

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ABSTRACT:
Random HDD Boot Failures

SYMPTOM:
Random hardfile boot failures on a Server 320 with an external 8 bit device attached.

PROBLEM ISOLATION AIDS:
The system is a Server 320 Microchannel with an 8 bit external device attached.

FIX:
- Settings for initiate wide negotiation.
- Fix is set to 'No' (Default is 'Yes')
- Refer to the ADAPTEC User's Guide for possible problems using 8 bit external devices.



SAS KEYWORDS:

    D/T8640            SERVER320          ADAPTEC            HDD

    BOOT               8 BIT              SERVER             PSY2ADPT

    PSY2FDSK

Search Keywords

Hint Category

Lock-up/Hang, Retain

Date Created

23-09-97

Last Updated

15-07-98

Revision Date

14-07-99

Brand

IBM PC Server

Product Family

PC Server 320

Machine Type

8640

Model

Various

TypeModel

Retain Tip (if applicable)

H057284

Reverse Doclinks
and Admin Purposes

USA=N, EMA=A, AFE=A, Owning B.U.: EMA

	Search Keywords
	Hint Category	Lock-up/Hang, Retain
	Date Created	23-09-97
	Last Updated	15-07-98
	Revision Date	14-07-99
	Brand	IBM PC Server
	Product Family	PC Server 320
	Machine Type	8640
	Model	Various
	TypeModel
	Retain Tip (if applicable)	H057284
	Reverse Doclinks and Admin Purposes	USA=N, EMA=A, AFE=A, Owning B.U.: EMA