Performing the checkout procedureTo perform the checkout procedure, complete the following steps:1. Is the server part of a cluster?v No: Go to step 3.v Yes: Shut down all failing servers that are related to the cluster. Go to step 3.2. Check the system-error LED on the operator information panel. If it is flashing,check the light path diagnostics LEDs (see “Light path diagnostics” on page146).3. Complete the following steps:a. Check the power-supply LEDs, see “Power-supply LEDs” on page 151.b. Turn off the server and all external devices.c. Check all internal and external devices for compatibility athttp://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/.d. Make sure that the server is cabled correctly.e. Check all cables and power cords.f. Set all display controls to the middle positions.g. Turn on all external devices.h. Turn on the server. If the server does not start, see “Troubleshooting tables”on page 133.i. Check the system-error LED on the operator information panel. If it isflashing, check the light path diagnostics LEDs (see “Light path diagnostics”on page 146).j. Check for the following results:v Successful completion of POST, which is indicated by a single beepv Successful completion of startup which is indicated by a readable displayof the operating-system desktop4. Did a single beep sound and are there readable instructions on the main menu?v No: Find the failure symptom in “Troubleshooting tables” on page 133; ifnecessary, see “Solving undetermined problems” on page 220v Yes: Run the diagnostic programs ( See “Running the diagnostic programs”on page 153).– If you receive an error, follow the instructions.– If the diagnostic programs were completed successfully and you stillsuspect a problem, see “Solving undetermined problems” on page 220Find the beep code in “POST beep codes” on page 116; if necessary, see“Solving undetermined problems” on page 220.132 IBM System x3350 Type 4192 and 4193: Problem Determination and Service Guide
