The number of serial ports that are
identified by the operating system is less than the number of installed
serial ports. |
- Make sure that:
- Each port is assigned a unique address in the Setup utility and
none of the serial ports is disabled.
- The serial-port adapter (if one is present) is seated correctly.
- Reseat the serial port adapter.
- Replace the serial port adapter.
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A serial device does not work. |
- Make sure that:
- The device is compatible with the server.
- The serial port is enabled and is assigned a unique address.
- The device is connected to the correct connector (see System-board internal connectors).
- Reseat the following components:
- Failing serial device
- Serial cable
- Replace the components listed in step 2 one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the server each time.
- (Trained technician only) Replace the system board.
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