How To Troubleshoot SPLinkDownAlert Errors
How To Troubleshoot SPLinkDownAlert Errors
How To Troubleshoot SPLinkDownAlert Errors
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Updated: Thu, 09 May 2024 07:40:52 GMT
Applies to
• ONTAP 9
• Service Processor (SP)
• Baseboard Management Controller (BMC)
Description
• SPLinkDownAlert is reported in the event logs:
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• SP/BMC Ethernet link is down:
Procedure
1. Check if there is a network cable connected to the SP/BMC/e0M port.
2. Check if the switch port that connected with SP/BMC/e0M is online and make sure the link is up.
3. Try reseating the cable and ensure the cable is properly seated.
4. Replace the cable connected to SP/BMC/e0M, if the cable is found to be faulty.
5. Update the the SP/BMC to the latest firmware.
Additional Information
• The alert can be disabled by the following advanced privilege-level command:
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