This is an automatic dump, unorderly shutdown, and restart of the platform. This option is used to create the operating system dependent diagnostic dump.
When the platform restarts, the partition images are restarted based on their initial state property.
To perform force dump and run the diagnostics
On the Fabric Manager user interface, point to System Administration, and then click CPF System.
The Details: CPF-System screen appears on the right pane.
Click Platforms and Partitions.
The platforms and partitions are listed under their respective tabs in the Details: Platforms and Partitions screen on the right pane.
In the Platforms tab, double-click the platform on which you want to force dump.
The summary information about the platform appears.
In the Summary tab, point to Advanced, and click Force Dump.
A message asking if you want to reset and run the diagnostics appears.
Click Yes.
Platform shuts down and restarts on successful force dump.
Note: Refresh the browser to view the platform state.