Resolving Problems When No Volumes Mount

Volume SYS: contains the NetWare system files and the NLM programs.

If volume SYS: does not mount when the server is booted, then the AUTOEXEC.NCF file does not execute, LAN drivers do not load, and the volume does not become part of the eDirectory tree.

To diagnose problems when no volumes mount, identify whether the following conditions exist:

• Volume SYS: is corrupted.
• The hard disk containing volume SYS: has failed.
• The cable or power to the external hard disks has malfunctioned.

To resolve problems when no volumes mount, do the following:

• Repair the volume using the utilities that are appropriate for the volume type.
• Check the cabling and power to the external hard disks. Replace any faulty components.
• Replace the hard disk containing volume SYS:.
  • Create the partitions and volume SYS:.
  • Restore the data from a backup copy.