Operations; Power Up The Server; Power Down The Server; Extend The Server From The Rack - HP ProLiant DL360p Gen8 User Manual

Operations

Power up the server

To power up the server, press the Power On/Standby button.

Power down the server

Before powering down the server for any upgrade or maintenance procedures, perform a backup of critical
server data and programs.
IMPORTANT:
system.
To power down the server, use one of the following methods:
•
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.
•
Use a virtual power button selection through HP iLO.
This method initiates a controlled remote shutdown of applications and the OS before the server enters
standby mode.
Before proceeding, verify the server is in standby mode by observing that the system power LED is amber.

Extend the server from the rack

NOTE:
without powering down the server or disconnecting peripheral cables and power cords. These
steps are only necessary with the standard cable management solution.
Power down the server (on page 20).
1.
Disconnect all peripheral cables and power cords.
2.
Loosen the front panel thumbscrews.
3.
Extend the server on the rack rails until the server rail-release latches engage.
4.
WARNING:
adequately stabilized before extending a component from the rack.
When the server is in standby mode, auxiliary power is still being provided to the
If the optional cable management arm option is installed, you can extend the server
To reduce the risk of personal injury or equipment damage, be sure that the rack is
Operations 20