Server Boot Process and Normal Operating State Indicators

A normal server boot process involves System A (SMOD0) or System B (SMOD1) service processor SP OK indicator and System OK indicator. The following illustration shows SMOD0 System A (callout 1) and SMOD1 System B (callout 2).

Call Out	System	Activity
1	System A SMOD0	CMOD 0 - 3 indicates the status of CMODs 0 - 3. The remaining A-system (SMOD0) controls and indicators provide information and control for System A. In the 8-socket configuration, the FIM provides controls and indicators for System A (SMOD0) and System B CMODs 4-7. Other System B (SMOD1) buttons and indicators are not operational.
2	System B SMOD1	CMOD 4 - 7 indicates the status of CMODs 4 - 7. In the 8-socket configuration, the FIM provides controls and indicators for System A (SMOD0) and System B CMODs 4-7. Other System B (SMOD1) buttons and indicators are not operational.

The following table describes the indicator activity during a normal boot sequence.

System Condition	SP Indicator	Power OK Indicator
AC power applied to server. SP is booting.	Blinks	Off
SP is booted and ready to use. Host is off.	Steady On	Blinks at single blink rate (quick flash every 3 seconds)
SP is running. Host is booting.	Steady On	Blinks at fast rate
SP and host are running. This is the normal operating state of the system.	Steady On	Steady On