Using this option to boot the system is the preferred way to run standalone diagnostics.– Boot to Open Firmware PromptThis option should only be used by service personnel to obtain additional debug information. Whenthis selection is enabled, the system boots to the open firmware prompt.System Information MenuThis menu provides access to system configuration information, error logs, system resources, andprocessor configuration.SYSTEM INFORMATION MENU1. Read VPD Image from Last System Boot2. Read Progress Indicators from Last System Boot3. Read Service Processor Error Logs4. Read System POST Errors5. Read NVRAM6. Read Service Processor Configuration7. Processor Configuration/Deconfiguration Menu8. Memory Configuration/Deconfiguration Menu9. Power Control Network Utilities Menu10. LED Control Menu11. MCM/L3 Interposer Plug Count MenuNot Supported12. Performance Mode Setup Menu13. L3 Mode MenuNot Applicable14. Remote I/O (RIO) Link Speed Set Up Menu98. Return to Previous Menu99. Exit from Menus0>v Read VPD Image from Last System BootDisplays manufacturer’s vital product data (VPD), such as serial numbers, part numbers, and so on, thatwas stored from the system boot prior to the one in progress now. VPD from all devices in the system isdisplayed.v Read Progress Indicators from Last System BootDisplays a number of the boot progress indicators, which may include Service Processor checkpoints,IPL checkpoints, or AIX configuration codes, from the previous system boot. This information can beuseful in diagnosing system faults.The progress indicator codes are listed from top (latest) to bottom (oldest).This information is not stored in nonvolatile storage. If the system is powered off using the power-onbutton on the operator panel, this information is retained. If the ac power is disconnected from thesystem, this information will be lost. For an example, refer to “LCD Progress Indicator Log” on page261.v Read Service Processor Error Logs238 EserverpSeries 615 Service Guide
