Standby Mode - IBM 8686 - Eserver xSeries 360 Hardware Maintenance Manual

2. Disconnect the server power cords from the power source.

Standby mode

Standby mode refers to the condition in which the server operating system is not
running and all core logic is shut down except for the Remote Supervisor Adapter.
Complete the following steps to put the server into standby mode:
1. See the operating system documentation for the proper procedure to shut down
2. Press the power-control button on the front of the server.
You can put the server into standby mode remotely by means of the Remote
Supervisor Adapter.
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Note: After doing this, wait at least 30 seconds before pressing the
power-control button to turn on the server again.
Note: Wait approximately 15 seconds after disconnecting the power cords for
the server to stop running. The power LED on the operator information
panel will stop blinking.
the operating system.
Note: Each operating system is different. Read all the documentation about
shutting down the operating system before continuing.