Dell OM : Power Supply is in critical state (1)

Dell.ManagedServer.Alert.2185 (Rule)

Knowledge Base article:

Summary

Power Supply critical state alert

Causes

Power Supply has generated critical alert. Probable causes and corresponding resolutions for this condition are:

Cause

Resolutions

Power supply <number> failed.

Remove and re-install the power supply. If the issue persists, contact technical support. Refer to the product documentation to choose a convenient contact method.

The power input for power supply <number> is lost.

Verify the input source is attached to the power supply. Verify the input power is within the operating requirements for the power supply.

The power input for power supply <number> is outside of range.

Verify the input source is attached to the power supply. Verify the input power is within the operating requirements for the power supply.

Power supply <number> is incorrectly configured.

Install matched power supplies and review product documentation for proper configuration.

Cannot communicate with power supply <number>.

Remove and re-install the power supply. If the issue persists, contact technical support. Refer to the product documentation to choose a convenient contact method.

The temperature for power supply <number> is outside of range.

Check the system operating environment, including airflow and inlet temperature. Check system logs for temperature and thermal component failures.

An under voltage fault detected on power supply <number>.

  • Remove and re-install the power supply.

  • Check cables and subsystem components in the system for damage.

  • If the issue persists, contact technical support. Refer to the product documentation to choose a convenient contact method.

An over voltage fault detected on power supply <number>.

Check input power, replace or re-install the power supply. If the issue persists, contact technical support. Refer to the product documentation to choose a convenient contact method.

An over current fault detected on power supply <number>.

  • Remove and re-install the power supply.

  • Check cables and subsystem components in the system for damage.

  • If the issue persists, contact technical support. Refer to the product documentation to choose a convenient contact method.

Fan failure detected on power supply <number>.

Check for fan blockage. If not replace the power supply.

A power supply wattage mismatch is detected; power supply <number> is rated for <value> watts.

Install matched power supplies and review product documentation for proper configuration.

Power supply <number> vendor type mismatch detected.

Install matched power supplies and review product documentation for proper configuration.

Power supply <number> revision mismatch detected.

Review product documentation, change power supply with correct revision.

Power supply <number> voltage rating does not match the system"s requirements.

Review product documentation, change power supply with correct voltage rating.

An under current fault detected on power supply <number>.

  • Remove and re-install the power supply input cord.

  • Check power distribution or PSU input source for anomalies.

  • If the issue persists, contact technical support. Refer to the product documentation to choose a convenient contact method.

An output under voltage fault detected on power supply <number>.

  • Remove the power supply input cord and then remove power supply.

  • Re-install the power supply and then re-install the power supply cord.

  • If the issue persists, contact technical support. Refer to the product documentation to choose a convenient contact method.

An output over voltage fault detected on power supply <number>.

  • Remove the power supply input cord and then remove power supply.

  • Re-install the power supply and then re-install the power supply cord.

  • If the issue persists, contact technical support. Refer to the product documentation to choose a convenient contact method.

An output over current fault detected on power supply <number>.

  • Remove the power supply input cord and then remove power supply.

  • Re-install the power supply and then re-install the power supply cord.

  • If the issue persists, contact technical support. Refer to the product documentation to choose a convenient contact method.

An output under current fault detected on power supply <number>.

  • Remove the power supply input cord and then remove power supply.

  • Re-install the power supply and then re-install the power supply cord.

  • If the issue persists, contact technical support. Refer to the product documentation to choose a convenient contact method.

Resolutions

Additional information on this issue may be available. Launch the iDRAC Console to debug further.

Element properties:

TargetDell.ManagedServer
CategoryAlert
EnabledTrue
Event_ID2185
Event SourceLifeCycle Controller Log
Alert GenerateTrue
Alert SeverityError
Alert PriorityNormal
RemotableTrue
Alert Message
Dell OM : Power Supply is in critical state (1)
Event Description: {0}
Event LogSystem

Member Modules:

ID Module Type TypeId RunAs 
DS DataSource Microsoft.Windows.EventProvider Default
Alert WriteAction System.Health.GenerateAlert Default
WriteToDW WriteAction Microsoft.SystemCenter.DataWarehouse.PublishEventData Default

Source Code:

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