Resolving Configuration Conflicts
A software program is installed that requires the same resource as a hardware
device.
The steps required to resolve a configuration error are determined by the number
and variety of hardware devices and software programs you install. If a hardware
configuration error is detected, a
configuration error message appears after the
server completes POST and before the operating system is loaded. You can
bypass the error by pressing Esc while the error message is displayed.
The Configuration/Setup Utility program configures the system hardware and PCI
interrupt requests. The program does not consider the requirements of the
operating system or the application programs. See “Resolving Software
Configuration Conflicts” for additional information.
Resolving Hardware Configuration Conflicts
Use the following information to help resolve hardware configuration conflicts:
1. Run the Configuration/Setup Utility program to view and change resources
used by the system board functions. Record the current settings before making
any changes. (See “The Configuration/Setup Utility” on page 21 for
instructions.)
2. Determine which adapter or device is causing the conflict.
3. Change adapter jumpers or switches. Some devices use jumpers and switches
to define the system resources that the device needs. If the settings are
incorrect or set to use a resource that cannot be shared, a conflict occurs and
the device will remain deactivated by the configuration program.
4. Change system board jumpers or switches. See “Preparing to Install Options”
on page 43 for instructions on removing the cover. Then, refer to the
system-board diagram inside your server.
5. Remove the device or adapter. Some configurations are not supported. If you
must remove an adapter, see “Installing or Removing Adapters” on page 50.
Resolving Software Configuration Conflicts
The memory-address space and IRQs used by some hardware options might
conflict with addresses defined for use through application programs or the
expanded memory specification (EMS). (EMS is used only with DOS.)
If a conflict exists, one or more of the following conditions might exist:
The system cannot load the operating system.
The system does not work.
An application program does not operate, or it returns an error.
Screen messages indicate a conflict exists.
To resolve conflicts, you can change the software or hardware configuration.
Note: Start the Configuration/Setup Utility program to view the addresses used by
your system board functions.
The best way to resolve memory-address conflicts is to change the addresses used
by the application program or the device driver. You can use the
Configuration/Setup Utility program to change addresses.
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