Power Down Server Gracefully Using the Power Button
Note - You can use the Power button on the front of the server to initiate a graceful system shut down. This button is recessed to prevent accidental server power off.
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Use a pen or
other pointed object to press and release the power button on the front
panel.
This action causes ACPI-enabled operating systems to perform an orderly shutdown of the operating system. Servers not running ACPI-enabled operating systems shut down to standby power mode immediately.
When main power is off, the power OK LED on the front panel will begin flashing, indicating that the server is in standby power mode. See System Status LEDs.
- Disconnect the power and data
cables from the server.
See Disconnect Cables From the Server.
Caution - When you use the Power button to enter standby power mode, power is still directed to the service processor remote management subsystem and power supply fans. To completely power off the server, you must disconnect the AC or DC power cords from the back of the power supplies.