Powering On the Server Using the iLO 2 MP
NOTE: If the power restore feature is set to Always On through the iLO 2 MP PR command,
the server automatically powers on to the full power state when the power cord is plugged in
to the server.
To power on the server using the iLO 2 MP, follow these steps:
1. Plug all power cables into the receptacles on the rear panel of the server.
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 ON to power on the server, and enter YESwhen prompted to confirm the action.
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 2 MP PR command,
the server automatically powers on to the full power state when the power cord is plugged in
to the server.
To manually power on the server, follow these steps:
1. Plug all power cables into the receptacles on the rear panel of the server.
2. Press the power button to start the server.
3. Start the operating system. For more information, see the operating system documentation.)
Powering Off the Server
Power off the server using the following methods if the server is in the standby or full power
state:
• iLO 2 MP PC command
• Power button
Powering Off the Server Using the iLO 2 MP
To power off the server using the iLO 2 MP, follow these steps:
1. Gracefully shut down the operating system. See the operating system documentation for
more information.
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; however, ac voltage for
standby power is still present in the server.
6. Unplug all power cables from the receptacles on the rear panel of the server.
Powering Off the Server Manually
To manually power off the server, follow these steps:
1. Gracefully shut down the operating system. For more information, see the operating system
documentation.
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