Preparing The Server For Component Replacement; Powering Down The Server - Sun Oracle Sun Server X4-2 Service Manual

Preparing the Server for Component
Replacement
Before you can remove and install components that are inside the server, you must
perform the procedures in the following tasks:
Note – When replacing the storage drives or power supplies, not all of these
procedures are necessary. See the replacement tasks for those components for more
information.
"Powering Down the Server" on page 33
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"Disconnect Cables From the Server" on page 39
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"Extend the Server to the Maintenance Position" on page 39
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"Remove the Server From the Rack" on page 41
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"Take Antistatic Measures" on page 42
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"Remove the Server Top Cover" on page 43
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Related Information
"Returning the Server to Operation" on page 143
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Powering Down the Server

To determine how you want to power off the server, view the options in the
following table:
Description
Power down the server gracefully to save all
data and to prevent data from being corrupted.
Performing a graceful shutdown ensures that
the system is ready for restart.
Link
• "Power Down Server Gracefully Using
the Oracle ILOM CLI" on page 34
• "Power Down Server Gracefully Using
the Oracle ILOM Web Interface" on
page 35
• "Power Down Server Gracefully Using
the Power Button" on page 36
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