The 2900:0221 error you are seeing is normally returned from 32Bit Diagnostics, it is referencing a earlier error, that is seen in the hardware log. With current error returns it is normally a 4400:xxxx format. If you clear the hardware log, via the iDrac, then the 2900:0221 error should clear out.
In regards to the server not making it past the splash, what I would suggest first is to take the server toa Minimum to Post configuration. That is removing everything from the server but the following;
System board
I/O board
Risers
Processor (CPU1) with Heatsink
Power Supply
Power Distribution Board
At least 2 DIMMs in sockets A1, A2 (lock-step pair) to POST
Control or I/O Panel board
Control Panel w/cable
Once everything is removed then reseat the risers and power the server. If the server then boots past the splash then add the parts removed, one at a time, back to the server until you identify the part causing the issue. That or until all the parts are installed.
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AndrewCA,
The 2900:0221 error you are seeing is normally returned from 32Bit Diagnostics, it is referencing a earlier error, that is seen in the hardware log. With current error returns it is normally a 4400:xxxx format. If you clear the hardware log, via the iDrac, then the 2900:0221 error should clear out.
In regards to the server not making it past the splash, what I would suggest first is to take the server toa Minimum to Post configuration. That is removing everything from the server but the following;
Once everything is removed then reseat the risers and power the server. If the server then boots past the splash then add the parts removed, one at a time, back to the server until you identify the part causing the issue. That or until all the parts are installed.
Let me know what you see.