Brand: NEC
Category: Other
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Available Languages: EN , ES
Manual for NS170
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 6:57 p.m.
Manual Publish Date: 2004-07-01
Warranty Information
The NEC Computers International product(s) are warranted in accordance with the terms of the Warranty Statement accompanying each product.
This guide covers the NEC NAS Server NS170. It details server overview, chassis components (front and rear views), internal layout, and specifications. It also provides instructions for setting up the server, including site selection, unpacking, making connections, powering on/off, and forcing a shutdown. Configuration options, upgrading procedures, and problem-solving tips are also included. The glossary defines key terms, and appendices provide specifications, I/O port addresses, maintenance guidelines, and product configuration record tables.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Problems and Suggestions | Page |
|---|---|
| Problems with NS170 | 5-9 |
| Collecting Event Log | 5-12 |
| Collect Configuration Information | 5-13 |
| Collecting Dr. Watson Diagnostic Information | 5-13 |
| Memory Dump | 5-13 |
| If You Need Assistance | 5-14 |
| Error Messages | 5-15 |
| Error Messages after Power-on | 5-15 |
| POST Error Messages | 5-16 |
| Beep Codes | 5-19 |
| How to Identify BIOS Revision Level | 5-20 |
| Status Indicators | 5-21 |
| POWER Lamp | 5-21 |
| DISK ACCESS Lamp | 5-22 |
| LAN Connector Lamps | 5-22 |