Power Off Host Using the Power Button
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Locate the recessed Power button on the server front panel.
See your installation manual for the location.
Note - The Power button is recessed on most systems. -
Press the Power button.
Use a stylus or other pointed, non-conducting object if required.
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To perform a graceful shutdown: Press and release the power
button.
ACPI-enabled operating systems perform an orderly shutdown. Systems not running ACPI-enabled operating systems might ignore this event, and fail to shut down the host.
The OK status indicator on the front panel blinks to indicate that the system is in Standby power mode.
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To perform an immediate shutdown: Press and hold the Power button for
at least 5 seconds.
The OK status indicator on the front panel blinks to indicate that the system is in Standby power mode.
Caution - Data loss. An immediate shutdown abruptly closes all applications and files without saving changes.
Caution - To completely power off the server, you must disconnect the power cords from the back panel of the server.
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To perform a graceful shutdown: Press and release the power
button.