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Power off the solution

The solution remains in a standby state when it is connected to a power source, allowing the Lenovo XClarity Controller to respond to remote power-on requests. To remove all power from the solution (power status LED off), you must disconnect all power cables.

Power button location and power LED locations are specified in Troubleshooting by system LEDs and diagnostics display.

To place the solution in a standby state (power status LED flashes once per second):
Note
The Lenovo XClarity Controller can place the solution in a standby state as an automatic response to a critical system failure.

  • Start an orderly shutdown using the operating system (if supported by your operating system).

  • Press the power button to start an orderly shutdown (if supported by your operating system).

  • Press and hold the power button for more than 4 seconds to force a shutdown.

When in a standby state, the solution can respond to remote power-on requests sent to the Lenovo XClarity Controller. For information about powering on the solution, see Power on the solution.