[rescue] console show output, does not take input

[Carl R. Friend]

   On Fri, 26 Mar 2004, Walter Belgers wrote:

> I _do_ get the CPU board to take some input when I wiggle the connector.
> Also, I do get feedback that DTR goes high because when I insert the
> cable, a prompt is sent.

   Check for (1) a bad console connector on the machine itself and
(2) for cold/broken solder joints on the socket.

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