Installation Troubleshooting Using The Server Power Button - HPE Integrity rx2800 i2 series User's & Service Manual

you are installing components or assemblies, verify that items are correctly installed and that all
connectors are fully engaged. If the unit does not power on, verify the power source before proceeding.
If an issue is encountered during initial operation, remove any add-in or optional components, and then
retest the server before continuing. Verify basic server operation before installing additional cards, and
configuring software and hardware for the server requirements.
Troubleshooting is based on observation of server status indications and error messages, and by
reviewing system event logs. You can observe the LED indicators on the front and rear of the server.
Error messages appear on local and remote consoles. System history (console, event, and history logs) is
available through the iLO 3 MP, and is accessed through the console. Additional information about
troubleshooting is available on the CD provided with the server.

Installation troubleshooting using the server power button

The server power button on the front panel operates differently depending on how long the button is
pressed, and on what the system is doing when the button is pressed. You must be aware of the uses to
properly troubleshoot the system.
Table 28: Server power button functions when server is on and at UEFI
Action
1-3 seconds
5 seconds or longer
Table 29: Server power button functions when server is on and OS is running
Action
1-3 seconds
5 seconds or longer
If the server is off, and power is not connected to the server power supplies, pressing the power button
has no effect.
If the server is off, and power is connected to server power supplies, the front panel power LED flashes at
a 1 Hz rate. In this state, standby power is available to server circuits, but main power is off.
Table 30: Server power button functions when server is off
Action
1-3 seconds
Server does not power on
The server power button on the front panel operates differently depending on how long the button is
pressed, and on what the system is doing when the button is pressed. You must be aware of its uses to
properly troubleshoot the system.
Reaction
System power turns off immediately (hard power off)
System power turns off immediately (hard power off)
Reaction
System power turns off (software-controlled power off)
System power turns off immediately (hard power off)
Reaction
System power turns on
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