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03-21-2007, 06:55 AM | #26 |
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Re: Snap Server 4000 that thinks it's a 2000
Yes, all of these seting reside in the bios. Which happens to be the same flashram used for the OS.
I would concentrate on the bios setting, platformbytes, serial_no, and model. These are the only ones that will have an impact. It took some playing before I got the 1000 to change. It is sensitive to sequences. I know I had to do mine is sequence, with the platformbytes first, since the model rebooded the unit. But I had no info on the serial number being off. If you get tired of messing with it and would like me to take a stab let me know. What happen when you remove all of your HD and install one that is blank. Does if format and init the drive ok, installs the OS.
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03-22-2009, 08:36 AM | #27 |
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Re: Snap Server 4000 that thinks it's a 2000
Hi,
Was this issue ever resolved? I am having the same problem on a newly acquired SS4000. I have tried all suggestions in this thread with no luck. Thanks, Bob |
03-23-2009, 09:27 AM | #28 |
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Re: Snap Server 4000 that thinks it's a 2000
The SN can be changed and needs to be if it's far off. Snap uses some SN seq to determine which platformbyte to use.....
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03-23-2009, 12:08 PM | #29 |
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Re: Snap Server 4000 that thinks it's a 2000
I can change the serial number to the correct one. I have tried everything in this thread. Like to OP I am receiving the "Failsafe Bios not found" message. I can change the serial number, hardware version and platform bytes but they do not stick. Any further suggestions?
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03-23-2009, 07:16 PM | #30 |
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Re: Snap Server 4000 that thinks it's a 2000
You must first unlock the bios before any changes will be saved. Once the settings changed lock the bios back.
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Re: Snap Server 4000 that thinks it's a 2000
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This is what I have been doing. Settings are stored through a warm boot. But lost during a cold boot. Boot log follows: Quote:
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03-24-2009, 02:44 PM | #32 |
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Re: Snap Server 4000 that thinks it's a 2000
I have had one unit that gave me fits. I was eventually able to get to take, but I do not recall what I did. It's been way to long....
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03-26-2009, 07:31 PM | #33 |
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Re: Snap Server 4000 that thinks it's a 2000
Thought I had the issue fixed. Made it through 4 cold boots last night. I turned the unit off before going to bed. Powered it up this this morning and all settings where intact, powered down. Just powered it up again this night and it's back to thinking it's a SS 2000.
Back to the drawing board, Bob Edit: Just warm booted it and --> PRESTO !!! it's a 4000 again ?!?!?!?!?!?!?!? |
04-13-2009, 07:10 PM | #34 |
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Re: Snap Server 4000 that thinks it's a 2000
Update . . .
Platformbytes and Model are now correct! Unfortunately Serial Number occasionally reverts to - 16999. Any further suggestions? Anyone . . . Bob |
04-14-2009, 08:00 AM | #35 |
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Re: Snap Server 4000 that thinks it's a 2000
Try reloading the OS now that it thinks it a 4000 again.
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04-16-2009, 05:06 PM | #36 |
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Re: Snap Server 4000 that thinks it's a 2000
Reloaded the OS. Now it thinks it's a 2000 again. Back to square one!!!
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04-28-2009, 06:22 PM | #37 |
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Re: Snap Server 4000 that thinks it's a 2000
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Platformbytes and Model are once again correct for a 4000. Unfortunately Serial Number still occasionally reverts to - 16999. Bob |
06-01-2009, 11:22 AM | #38 |
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Re: Snap Server 4000 that thinks it's a 2000
Stupid question, but has the 2032 battery been replaced on these model 4000s?
I've got the same board in my 2000s and I've gone back and forth setting it up as either a 2 drive 2000 or a 4 drive 4000 using the bios unlock/lock model setting tricks. That's not to say a battery will cure the issue, just that documentation on what it saves and the fact that it hasn't been mentioned warrants a try considering the small cost. |
06-04-2009, 05:39 AM | #39 |
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12-19-2009, 10:02 AM | #40 |
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Re: Snap Server 4000 that thinks it's a 2000
Hello
i am experiencing the same thing on my 4000 ( as decribed above) was this solved somehow ? |
12-19-2009, 12:07 PM | #41 | |
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Re: Snap Server 4000 that thinks it's a 2000
Dave, so all they need is a bios file program from the factory? How would one, having a good raw bios file, upload to the said bad bios chip via FLUP command?
Is it possible for anybody to receive a good bios file from there Snap4000 with FLUP ? bitor Quote:
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12-19-2009, 01:41 PM | #42 |
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Re: Snap Server 4000 that thinks it's a 2000
The bias is part of the OS in these units. The platformbyte tell the updater as to what needs to be installed. If the platfrombyte was not correct during os update, you my have got the wrong modules loaded for your hardware.
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12-19-2009, 07:35 PM | #43 |
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Re: Snap Server 4000 that thinks it's a 2000
I see, Dave, but I thought they released a solo bios update years ago for the SnapOS models. I think it was bios version 2.
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12-20-2009, 01:43 PM | #44 |
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Re: Snap Server 4000 that thinks it's a 2000
The only single bios update I know of was for the v1 2000. And it was required so OS v2 could be loaded.
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12-21-2009, 01:31 AM | #45 |
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Re: Snap Server 4000 that thinks it's a 2000
Dave, I'll have to check my docs to see which Snap model(s) the solo bios updated. But I would guess that, like the SnapOS, they would make one file for all Snap models at that time.
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