User Guide

Diagnosing IBP Indicators Troubleshooting and Tips
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10 Troubleshooting and Tips
If you are having problems connecting to the network, check your network cabling to ensure
that the device in question is properly connected to the network. Then refer to verify that the
corresponding port on the IBP is functioning properly.
If you are having problems connecting to the management interface, refer to the troubleshooting
chart .
10.1 Diagnosing IBP Indicators
If you have a connected a device to a port on the IBP , but the Link LED is off, then check the
following items:
1. Verify that the IBP and attached device are powered on.
2. Be sure the cable is plugged into both the IBP and corresponding device.
3. Verify that the proper cable type is used and its length does not exceed specified limits.
4. Check the adapter on the attached device and cable connections for possible defects.
Replace the defective adapter or cable if necessary.
5. Verify that all system components have been properly installed. If any network cabling
appears to be malfunctioning, test it in an alternate environment where you are sure that all
the other components are functioning properly.