le0: No carrier - transceiver cable problem |
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The system is not connected to the network. |
If this is a non-networked system, ignore this message. If this is a networked system, make sure the Ethernet cabling is attached securely. |
The file just loaded does not appear to be executable |
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The system cannot find the proper media for booting. |
Verify that the system has been set up properly to install Solaris 8 over the network from an install server. For example, make sure you specified the right platform group for the system when you set it up. Also, if you did not copy the images of the CDs labeled Solaris 8 Software 1 of 2, Solaris 8 Software 2 of 2, and Solaris 8 Languages to the install server, make sure the CD labeled Solaris 8 Software 1 of 2 is mounted and accessible on the install server. |
boot: cannot open /kernel/unix |
Can't boot from file/device |
WARNING: clock gained xxx days -- CHECK AND RESET DATE! |
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SPARC based systems only This is an informational message. |
Ignore the message and continue with the installation. |
Not a UFS filesystem |
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IA based systems only When Solaris 8 software was installed (either through the Solaris 8 Interactive Installation Program or custom JumpStart), the default boot drive was not selected. When an alternate boot disk is selected, you must use the diskette labeled Solaris 8 Device Configuration Assistant Intel Platform Edition to boot the system from that point on. |
Insert the diskette labeled Solaris 8 Device Configuration Assistant Intel Platform Edition into the system's boot diskette drive (usually the A: drive). |
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IA based systems only The IDE BIOS primary drive on your system was not detected by the Solaris 8 Device Configuration Assistant during the pre-booting phase. |
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IA based systems only The IDE disk or CD-ROM drive on your system was not found by the Solaris 8 Device Configuration Assistant in the pre-booting phase. |
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IA based systems only The system hangs before displaying the system prompt. |
See the Solaris 8 (Intel Platform Edition) Hardware Compatibility List. |