Operations
This chapter describes the hardware operations carried out prior to and after installing or removing a hardware option, or
performing a server maintenance or troubleshooting procedure.
Before performing these hardware operations, review and observe the server warnings and cautions.
Power up the server
Press the Power On/Standby button.
The server exits standby mode and applies full power to the system. The system power LED changes to green.
Power down the server
Prerequisites
Before powering down the server for any upgrade or maintenance procedures, perform a backup of critical server data
and programs.
Procedure
• Press and release the Power On/Standby button.
This method initiates a controlled shutdown of applications and the OS before the server enters standby mode.
• Press and hold the Power On/Standby button for more than 4 seconds to force the server to enter standby mode.
This method forces the server to enter standby mode without properly exiting applications and the OS. If an
application stops responding, you can use this method to force a shutdown.
The system power LED changes to red indicating that the server is in standby mode. Auxiliary power is still present in
the system in this mode.
Prepare the server for hardware installation or removal
Procedure
2. Disconnect the power cord from the AC source, and then from the server.
3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.
4. If installed, unlock and remove the security padlock and/or the Kensington security lock.
For more information, see the lock documentation.
Prepare the server for operation
Procedure
1. If removed, attach the security padlock and/or the Kensington security lock.
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