Problems When Using Internal Devices And Other Hardware - NEC Express5800 Series Maintenance Manual

Chapter 1 Maintenance
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Problems When Using Internal Devices and Other Hardware

[?] Fail to access the internal or external devices (or such devices fail to operate)
 Are cables properly connected?
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Make sure that the interface cables and power cord are properly connected. Also make sure that the
cables are connected in the correct order.
 Is the power-on order correct?
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When the server has any external devices connected, power on the external devices first, then the
server.
 Did you install drivers for connected optional devices?
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Some optional devices require specific device drivers. Refer to the manual that comes with the device to
install its driver.
 Is option board setting correct?
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Usually, no PCI device settings need to be changed. However, depending on the board to be set,
special setting may be required. Refer to the manual that comes with the board for details to make
correct settings.
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Some devices connected to the serial or parallel port, or USB port may require I/O port address or
operation mode settings. Refer to the manual that comes with the device to make correct settings.
[?] The keyboard or mouse does not work
 Is the cable properly connected?
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Make sure that the cable is connected to the connector on the front or rear of the server.
 Is BIOS configuration correct?
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You can use the BIOS setup utility to change the keyboard feature. Check the BIOS configuration with
this utility.
 Are the server drivers installed?
 Refer to the manual that comes with your OS to check that the keyboard and mouse drivers are installed.
(These drivers are installed along with the OS.) Some OS's allow you to change the keyboard and
mouse settings. Refer to the manual to check that the keyboard and mouse settings are correct.
[?] Unable to access the Hard Disk Drive
 Is the Hard Disk Drive supported by the server?
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Operation of any device that is not authorized by NEC is not guaranteed.
 Is the Hard Disk Drive properly installed?
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Check the Hard Disk Drive installation status and the cable connections.
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