Abstract: DMI REPORTS "LOG AREA CLEARED" ON REBOOT SYMPTOM: After starting the Desktop Management Interface (DMI) application, the DMI LOG file reports "Log Area Cleared" each time the system is rebooted. PROBLEM ISOLATION AIDS: This tip applies to the IBM PC300GL, Machine Types 6561/6591. FIX: Verify that the Asset EEPROM Write Protect Jumper (J2A1) is not in the write protect position (pins 1 & 2) on the system board. The Asset EEPROM Write Protect Jumper is normally on pins 2 and 3. In this position, the Asset EEPROM is not write protected. An illustration of the system board is provided on a label on the underside of the computer cover. SAS KEYWORDS: PSY2 PSY2ERR PSY2BRD PSVP PSVPERR PSVPBRD D/T6561 D/T6591 6561 6591 82911 UNCLASSIFIED