Dell PowerEdge R415 - Manual (Page 170)

170 Running the System Diagnostics
• View help messages that briefly describe each test and its parameters
• 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 Embedded 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 Embedded System Diagnostics
The embedded system diagnostics program is run from the Life Cycle
Controller screen.
CAUTION: Use the emdedded 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 .
2 Click Diagnostics in the left pane and click Launch Diagnostics in the
right pane.
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.
Testing Option Function
Express Test Performs a quick check of the system. This option runs
device tests that do not require user interaction.
Extended Test Performs a more thorough check of the system. This test
can take an hour or longer.
Custom Test Tests a particular device.
Information Displays test results.
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