| Number | 6263 |
| Severity | Critical |
| SNMP Name | ptSlotSlotCPULoadUsageCritical |
| Description | CPU load average is high. The slot number indicated in this trap indicates the origin of the alarm. A process listing and top output can identify the offending process(es). |
| Application | Slot Monitor |
| Action | See the following Recommended Action |
Recommended Action
If this alarm is raised, follow these steps.
- Log onto the CPU identified by the slot number.
- Run the command top.
- From the output of the top command identify any processes that indicate high levels of CPU usage.
- Determine if the processes are system critical or if they can be terminated.
Contact Customer Support if you are unsure if a process can be terminated or require advice regarding further action
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