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Cannot perform IPL from the control panel (no SRC)

Use this procedure when you cannot perform an IBM® i IPL from the control panel (no SRC).

DANGER
An electrical outlet that is not correctly wired could place hazardous voltage on the metal parts of the system or the devices that attach to the system. It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure that the outlet is correctly wired and grounded to prevent an electrical shock. (D004)
  1. Perform the following:
    1. Verify that the power cable is plugged into the power outlet.
    2. Verify that power is available at the customer's power outlet.
  2. Start an IPL by doing the following:
    1. Select Manual mode and IPL type A or B on the control panel. See Control panel functions for details.
    2. Power on the system. See Powering on and off .

    Does the IPL complete successfully?

    • No: Continue with the next step.
    • Yes: This ends the procedure.
  3. Have all the units in the system become powered on that you expected to become powered on?
    • Yes: Continue with the next step.
    • No: Go to Power problems and find the symptom that matches the problem. This ends the procedure.
  4. Is an SRC displayed on the control panel?
    • Yes: Go to Power problems and use the displayed SRC to correct the problem. This ends the procedure.
    • No: For all models, exchange the following FRUs, one at a time. Refer to the remove and replace procedures for your specific system for additional information.
    1. SPCN card unit. See symbolic FRU TWRCARD .
    2. Power Supply. See symbolic FRU PWRSPLY . This ends the procedure.
Parent topic: IPL problems

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Last updated: Thu, September 25, 2014