Associated hardware procedures
This chapter describes the hardware operations carried out before and after installing or removing a hardware option, or
performing system maintenance or troubleshooting.
Powering down the system
Before powering down the system for any upgrade or maintenance procedures, back up critical system data and
programs.
Before performing chassis maintenance, shut down all server blades installed in the chassis.
To power down, use one of the following methods:
• Press and release the Power On/Standby button on the server blade.
This method initiates a controlled shutdown of applications and the OS before the server enters standby mode.
• Press and hold the Power On or Standby button of the blades installed in the chassis for more than 4 seconds to force
the system to power down.
This method forces the system to power down without properly exiting applications and the OS. If an application stops
responding, you can use this method to force a shutdown.
• Use the virtual power button in the iLO web interface hosted on the blade.
Powering up the system
If the chassis is connected to a power source, it powers up automatically by default. Generally, it has to be powered up
only after a manual shutdown.
Use one of the following methods to power on the server blades:
• Press and release the power button on the server blade.
• Use the virtual power button in the iLO web interface hosted on the server blade.
Removing the server blade from the chassis
Procedure
2. Remove the server blade:
a. Press and open the blade latch.
b. Open the release latch.
c. Remove the server blade.
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