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Q: xserve 2006 won't start - how to diagnose?

I recently acquired a used late 2006 xserve, 2 x 2GHz Intel Xeon.

 

When I connect power cord to it, the power supply fan starts spinning, the green LED on the power supply is on.  However, the Xserve does not start.  I opened it up and noticed that the 5VSTBY  LED on the logic board is ON. 

 

I tried to start the xserve using the front panel power-on button, but nothing happens. On board VR_PWR is OFF.    EFI_GD is off as well and I did not noticed it flashing at any point.

 

I tried the basic troubleshooting procedure outlined in the service manual (Power Supply Verification, Startup), takeing out / moving around memory DIMMs, taking off risers, video card, reseating cables, etc to no avail.

 

Since I have only one power supply and no other spare parts my diagnostic options are rather limited.  So I would very much appreciate any suggestions.

Posted on Jul 8, 2012 6:55 PM

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  • by Thomas-M,

    Thomas-M Thomas-M Jun 18, 2016 1:19 AM in response to vip966
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    Jun 18, 2016 1:19 AM in response to vip966

    I pulled a Xserve late 2006 out of storage the other day, its been sitting for approx 12 months.

     

    Im also in the same position as you, except when i do get a brief moment of fan activity and the DIMM LEDs on etc, the CPU TEMP A and B LEDS come on in red instantly.

     

    Does yours do the same as well?