6. Start the operating system.
For more information, see the operating system documentation.
Powering on the server manually
NOTE: If the power restore feature is set to Always On through the iLO 3 MP PR command, the
server automatically powers on to the full power state when the power cord is plugged in to the
server.
1. Plug all power cables into the receptacles on the rear panel of the server.
2. To start the server, press the power button.
3. Start the operating system. For more information, see the operating system documentation.
Powering off the server
If the server is in the standby or full power state, power off the server by using either of the following
methods:
• iLO 3 MP PC command
• Power button
Powering off the server using the iLO 3 MP
1. Gracefully shut down the operating system. For more information, see the operating system
documentation.
2. Initiate a console session, and access the MP Main Menu.
3. Enter CM to enable command mode.
4. Enter PC to use the remote power control command.
5. Enter OFF to power off the server, and enter YES when prompted to confirm the action.
CAUTION: The main DC voltage is now removed from the system.
6. Unplug all power cables from the receptacles on the rear panel of the server.
Powering off the server manually
1. Gracefully shut down the operating system. For more information, see the operating system
documentation.
2. To power off the server, press the power button.
CAUTION: The main DC voltage is now removed from the system.
3. Unplug all power cables from the receptacles on the rear panel of the server.
Accessing UEFI or the OS from iLO MP
The Unified Extensible Firmware Interface is an architecture that provides an interface between the
server OS and the server firmware. UEFI provides a standard environment for booting an OS and
running preboot applications.
Use this procedure to access UEFI or the OS from the iLO MP. Your security parameters were set
regarding remote access.
NOTE: Commands are case-insensitive.
1. From the MP Main Menu, enter co to access the Console.
NOTE: Terminal windows must be set to a window size of 80 columns x 25 rows for optimal
viewing of the console at UEFI.
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