Which LOADER prompt command ensures that POST is done on boot?

To ensure that POST (Power-On Self-Test) runs on boot, the setenv POST=true command is used at the LOADER prompt. This command enables the system to perform POST diagnostics before proceeding with the boot process.

POST Purpose: POST checks system hardware components (such as memory, disk, and controllers) for faults before loading the ONTAP kernel.

How to Use:

At the LOADER prompt, type:

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setenv POST=true

Save the configuration and reboot the system.

B. bye:

This command restarts the system but does not ensure that POST runs on boot.

C. boot_diag:

This command boots the system into diagnostic mode but is not directly related to enabling POST on boot.

D. boot_ontap:

This command boots ONTAP but skips POST if it is not explicitly enabled.

Why Other Options Are Incorrect:

NetApp "ONTAP System Boot and Recovery Guide" describes setenv POST=true for enabling POST diagnostics.

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