Solaris 7 (SPARC Platform Edition) Installation Library

Error Messages


le0: No carrier - transceiver cable problem
 

Problem 

How to Fix the Problem 

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

Problem 

How to Fix the Problem 

The system cannot find the proper media for booting. 

Verify that the system has been set up properly to install 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 Solaris CD, make sure the Solaris CD on the install server is mounted and accessible.  


boot: cannot open /kernel/unix

Problem 

How to Fix the Problem 

SPARC-based systems only. 

 

This error occurs when you override the boot file location by explicitly setting it to /kernel/unix. In the Solaris 2.6 release, the kernel no longer resides in /kernel/unix, but in /platform/<arch>/kernel/unix.

Reset the boot file in the PROM to " " (blank). 


Can't boot from file/device                                   

Problem 

How to Fix the Problem 

The installation program can't find the Solaris CD in the system's CD-ROM drive. 

Make sure: 

  • The CD-ROM drive is installed properly or is turned on

  • The Solaris CD is inserted into the CD-ROM drive


WARNING: clock gained xxx days -- CHECK AND RESET DATE!

Problem 

How to Fix the Problem 

SPARC-based systems only.  

This is an informational message. 

Ignore the message and continue with the installation.