Jetstream/CS9000 stops communicating on the LAN

Issue:
Shortly after bootup the Jetstream or CS9000 server it stops responding on the LAN.
The console displays a message:
deleting route to interface eth0

Cause:

Jetstream firmware problem: This problem occurs on firmware versions 2.3.1 and 2.3.2.
The Jetstream will delete it's route entry for the local LAN if it does not recieve a RIPv1 message stating that the route is active.

Also this problem can occur if RIP is enabled on the Jetstream/CS9000.

Solution:

Upgrade the Jetstream unit to the current firmware version.

Disable the Route Daemon (RIP) on the unit and ensure all Gateway entries are configured as Passive.

Related Articles:
1.) Upgrading firmware for a Jetstream/CS9000
2.) How to disable RIP on the Jetstream and CS9000

Related Links:
1.)  http://www.perle.com/downloads/serial.html


Article ID:
69
Published:
1/15/2003 8:54:03 AM
Last Modified:
2/6/2004 1:57:45 PM
Issue Type:
Trouble Shooting