How do I run diagnostics on my IBM AIX server?

To run diagnostics on your IBM AIX server:

  • Log into the server as root via Eterm (telnet), PuTTY (telnet, ssh), the HMC or the local console.
  • If you would like to display the previous diagnostic results, for instance, after noticing an amber attention indicator on the server:
/usr/lpp/diagnostics/bin/diagrpt -o
  • Note any on-screen messages regarding hardware problems to be reported to IBM
  • Press ENTER to continue
  • Use the arrow keys to select Diagnostic Routines and press ENTER
  • Use the arrow keys to select Problem Determination and press ENTER
  • If you are prompted to select resources, use the arrow keys to select All Resources and press ENTER
  • Press ESC-7 or F7 to begin the diagnostics
  • Follow the on-screen instructions to continue diagnostics
  • Note any on-screen messages regarding hardware problems
  • If you wish to cancel, press ESC-0 at any time

For assistance with running diagnostics, or to answer any questions regarding your IBM server, you may contact IBM directly.

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