Table 7. Methods for viewing event logs
Condition Action
The server is not hung and is connected to a
network.
Use any of the following methods:
v Run Portable or Installable DSA to view
the event logs or create an output file that
you can send to IBM service and support.
v Type the IP address of the IMM and go to
the Event Log page.
v Use IPMItool to view the system-event log.
The server is not hung and is not connected
to a network.
Use IPMItool locally to view the system-event
log.
The server is hung.
v If DSA Preboot is installed, restart the
server and press F2 to start DSA Preboot
and view the event logs.
v If DSA Preboot is not installed, insert the
DSA Preboot CD and restart the server to
start DSA Preboot and view the event
logs.
v Alternatively, you can restart the server
and press F1 to start the Setup utility and
view the POST event log or system-event
log. For more information, see “Viewing
event logs from the Setup utility” on page
26.
POST error codes
The following table describes the POST error codes and suggested actions to
correct the detected problems. These errors can appear as severe, warning, or
informational.
28 IBM System x3650 M3 Types 4255, 7945, and 7949: Problem Determination and Service Guide