Apple Xserve - Apple Xserve Diagnostics (Version 3X103) - Manual (Page 4)

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Overview and Requirements
Apple Xserve Diagnostics tests your Intel-based Xserve for
hardware issues.
Apple Xserve Diagnostics (AXD) runs a customizable set of tests to help you diagnose
issues with the following:
 Boot ROM
 Ethernet controller
 Fan
 Hard drive
 Memory
 Power supply
 Processor
 Sensor
 USB ports
 Video controller
You can run AXD in Extensible Firmware Interface (EFI), which is referred to as AXD EFI
tools , or in Mac OS X or Mac OS X Server, which is referred to as AXD Mac OS X tools .
By running AXD EFI tools, you can diagnose hardware issues that prevent Mac OS X
Server from successfully starting up. You can also run tests without interference from
Mac OS X Server and test more than 2.5 gigabytes (GB) of memory. However, AXD
Mac OS X tools provides an enhanced interface and has more extensive sensor, hard
drive, and video controller tests. For a detailed comparison and description of all
available tests, see the appendix, “AXD Tools Test Reference” on page 31.
You can test the Xserve by running AXD tools directly on the Xserve. You can also run
AXD tools on a computer that has a network connection to the Xserve and test the
Xserve remotely.