Dell PowerEdge T610 - Running the System Diagnostics

176 Running the System Diagnostics
• View status messages that inform you if tests are completed successfully
• View error messages that inform you of problems encountered during
testing
When to Use the System Diagnostics
If a major component or device in the system does not operate properly,
component failure may be indicated. As long as the microprocessor and the
system's input/output devices are functioning, you can use the system
diagnostics to help identify the problem.
Running the System Diagnostics
The system diagnostics program is run from the iDRAC6 Express System
Services menu.
CAUTION: Use the system diagnostics to test only your system. Using this
program with other systems may cause invalid results or error messages.
1 As the system boots, press <F10>.
2 Select Diagnostics from the System Services menu.
3 Select Launch Diagnostics .
4 From the Diagnostics main menu, select Run Diags , or select MpMemory
if you are troubleshooting memory.
The Diagnostics menu allows you to run all or specific diagnostics tests or to
exit.
System Diagnostics Testing Options
Click the testing option in the Main Menu window.
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