5 troubleshooting, 1 fn10 does not power up, 2 connectivity problems – Enterasys Networks Fast Network 10 User Manual

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Troubleshooting

Fast Network 10 User Guide

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6.5 TROUBLESHOOTING

This section lists several situations that could happen while using the
FN10, and suggests appropriate action. Because every situation is
potentially unique, the corrective actions suggested here should be
considered as guidelines only.

6.5.1 FN10 Does Not Power Up

If your FN10 does not power up, check each one of the following:

Make sure the power source is operational.

Make sure the power cord is securely connected.

If the FN10 still does not power up, contact Cabletron Systems Technical
Support. Refer to Section 1.2 for more information.

6.5.2 Connectivity Problems

Check for LED abnormalities.

Check port status using LCM.

Check for loose port connections.

Check to see if the number of carrier losses is increasing using LCM.
This indicates that the connection is suspect.

Check to see if the number of total collisions has dramatically
increased using LCM.

Table 6-2

Description of FN10 Buttons

Button

Function

Select

Cycles through the Segment Status options (TX, RX, Act, Col,
Usr) for all ports. The lower port status LED of the ports you
are monitoring is activated based on what function you chose
with the Select button.

Reset

Restarts the system software.

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