Operations
Power up the server
The chassis firmware initiates an automatic power-up sequence when the servers are installed. If the
default setting is changed, use one of the following methods to power up each server:
Procedure
• Select a power up action in the AMI MegaRAC SP-X GUI.
• Press and release the Power On/Standby button.
When the server goes from standby mode to full power mode, the power LED changes from amber to
green.
Power down the server
IMPORTANT:
When the server is in standby mode, auxiliary power is still being provided to the
system.
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.
• Select a power down action in the AMI MegaRAC SP-X GUI.
This method initiates a controlled remote shutdown of applications and the OS before the server
enters standby mode.
Before proceeding, verify that the server is in standby mode by observing that the power LED is amber.
Remove the server
CAUTION:
To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the chassis unless all
bays are populated with a component or a blank.
CAUTION:
To avoid damage to the server or server blank:
• Always support the bottom of the server or server blank when removing it from the chassis.
• Do not use the release lever to carry the server or server blank.
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