Displaying Error Logs

Use the Error Log windows to display messages, manage error log entries, and troubleshoot problems related to VNswitch module crashes (fatal errors).

The VNswitch module generates informational messages whenever it is restarted and a problem is encountered, and whenever a fatal error occurs.

Using Error Log Windows

Use this Error Log window... To do the following...
Crash Log (Crash Log Information Center)
  • Monitor the crash error log.
  • Clear all crash log entries.
  • Delete crash log entries one at a time.
  • Add important messages to the crash log.
Add Message For Crash Log
  • Enter the text of an important message for the crash error log.
Diagnostic Log (Diagnostic Information Center)
  • Monitor the diagnostic status log.
  • Clear all diagnostic log entries.

Error Logs

The failed restart messages, generated by diagnostic routines during power-up, are recorded in the diagnostic status log.

Messages related to fatal errors (crashes) are recorded in the crash error log. (The occurrence of a crash may not be obvious because the VNswitch module restarts automatically. See Determining When a Crash Occurred for more information.)

Both logs are stored in NVRAM. The information they contain remains after a restart or power outage.

Detailed interpretation of the error messages is available from your DIGITAL service representative, who can assist in troubleshooting problems you may encounter.