What to Do If Rebooting Fails
If the system does not reboot completely, or if the system reboots and then crashes again, a
software or hardware problem might be preventing the system from booting successfully.
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The system
cannot
find /platform/`uname
-m`/kernel/sparcv9/unix.
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The Oracle Solaris boot archive has become corrupted or the SMF boot archive service
has failed. An error message is displayed if you run the svcs
–x command.
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Create a second boot environment that is a backup of the primary boot environment.
If
the primary boot environment is not bootable, boot the backup boot environment.
Alternatively, you can boot from the Live CD or USB media.
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An invalid entry is in the /etc/passwd file.
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The x86 boot loader (GRUB) is damaged or the GRUB menu is missing or has become
corrupt.
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A hardware problem exists with a disk or another device.
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Check the hardware connections:
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Make sure the equipment is plugged in.
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Make sure all the switches are set properly.
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Look at all the connectors and cables, including the Ethernet cables.
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If all these steps fail, turn off the power to the system, wait 10 to 20 seconds, and then
turn on the power again.
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If none of the above suggestions solve the problem, contact your local service
provider.