ServeRAID Adapter Messages
ServeRAID Adapter Messages
This section lists the ServeRAID diagnostic and run-time error
messages that might appear during startup of a PC Server 520
disk-array model.
The ServeRAID adapter contains a device-error table that collects
statistics on the number and type of errors that occur on a selected
hard disk drive. After correcting a problem with the disk array, you
should clear the table so that you can identify any subsequent errors
quickly. For more information, see “Obtaining Drive Status” on
page 104.
All hard disk drives contain unique identifiers, such as the drive
serial number and manufacturer. During configuration, the
ServeRAID adapter stores this information.
The ServeRAID adapter also adds an additional unique identifier,
called the host ID, to each hard disk drive that is part of a logical
drive. The host ID is a user-defined 12-character string. (See
“Changing the ServeRAID Adapter Parameters” on page 130 for
information on assigning a host ID.)
ServeRAID Adapter POST and Setup Messages
During POST, the ServeRAID adapter compares the stored
configuration information to the configuration that is actually
present. If a discrepancy exists, one or more status messages appear
after POST completes, but before the operating system loads. When
the ServeRAID adapter requires your input, a list of function keys
will appear below the message.
New Drive Installed
When the ServeRAID adapter detects a new drive that is not part of
the current configuration, the following message appears:
(old state: new state ch: bay)
This is an information message. No action is required.
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