You can use the SP to perform a graceful shutdown of the system. This type of shutdown ensures that all of your data is saved and that the system is ready for restart.
Refer to the SPARC M8 and SPARC M7 Servers Administration Guide for additional information about powering off the system.
Depending on the type of problem, you might want to view system status or log files. You also might want to run diagnostics before you shut down the system.
To power off the server, including all domains, at the Oracle ILOM prompt, type:
-> stop /System
To power off a specific domain, at the Oracle ILOM prompt, type:
-> stop /Servers/PDomains/PDomain_x/HOST
Stopping the server can take some time, and you must wait until the host console displays the following message before proceeding to the next step.
-> SP NOTICE: Host is off