Microprocessor problemsv Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problemis solved.v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3200 M3 Types 7327 and 7328,” on page 133 to determine whichcomponents are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units(FRU).v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only),” that step must be performed only by atrained service technician.Symptom ActionA microprocessor LED is litduring POST, indicating that thestartup (boot) microprocessor isnot working correctly.1. Make sure that the server supports the microprocessor.2. (Trained service technician only) Make sure that the microprocessor is seatedcorrectly.3. (Trained service technician only) Reseat the Microprocessor.4. Replace the following components one at a time, in the order shown, restartingthe server each time:a. (Trained service technician only) Microprocessorb. (Trained service technician only) System boardMonitor or video problemsSome IBM monitors have their own self-tests. If you suspect a problem with yourmonitor, see the documentation that comes with the monitor for instructions fortesting and adjusting the monitor. If you cannot diagnose the problem, call forservice.v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problemis solved.v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3200 M3 Types 7327 and 7328,” on page 133 to determine whichcomponents are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units(FRU).v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only),” that step must be performed only by atrained service technician.Symptom ActionTesting the monitor 1. Make sure that the monitor cables are firmly connected.2. Try using a different monitor on the server, or try using the monitor that is beingtested on a different server.3. Run the diagnostic programs. If the monitor passes the diagnostic programs,the problem might be a video device driver.4. Replace the following components one at a time, in the order shown, restartingthe server each time:a. (Trained service technician only) System board62 System x3200 M3 Types 7327 and 7328: Problem Determination and Service Guide
