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Compute node start problems

Use this information to solve compute node start problems.

Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved.

The compute node start problems table is a two-column table that lists the symptoms and corrective actions for problems that occur during startup. Column 1 lists the symptom. Column 2 describes the corrective actions for each symptom.

Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. See Parts listing, Types 7167 and 2590 to determine which components are Tier 1 customer replaceable units (CRUs) and which components are Tier 2 customer replaceable units (CRUs).

SymptomAction
Embedded hypervisor is not in the boot list
  1. If the compute node has recently been installed, moved, or serviced, or if this is the first time the embedded hypervisor is being used, make sure that the device is connected properly and that there is no physical damage to the connectors.
  2. Go to the Lenovo ServerProven website to validate that the embedded hypervisor device is supported for the compute node.
  3. Use the Setup utility to make sure that the embedded hypervisor device (USB key) is in the startup sequence. From the Setup utility, select Start Options.
  4. Check the IBM website for any service bulletins related to the embedded hypervisor and the compute node.
  5. Make sure that other software works on the compute node to ensure that the compute node is working properly.