Table 15 Shutdown methods
DescriptionLCD prompt
Implementing this procedure establishes communications between the storage system
and HP P6000 Command View. This procedure is used to restore the controller to
an operational state where it can communicate with HP P6000 Command View.
Restart System?
Implementing this procedure initiates the sequential removal of controller power.
This ensures no data is lost. The reasons for implementing this procedure include
replacing a drive enclosure.
Power off system?
Implementing this procedure will cause the loss of all data. For a detailed discussion
of this procedure, see “Uninitializing the system” (page 47).
Uninitialize?
Shutting the controller down
Use the following procedure to access the Shutdown System display and execute a shutdown
procedure.
CAUTION: If you decide NOT to power off while working in the Power Off menu, Power Off
System NO must be displayed before you press Esc. This reduces the risk of accidentally powering
down.
NOTE: HP P6000 Command View is the preferred method for shutting down the controller. Shut
down the controller from the OCP only if HP P6000 Command View cannot communicate with the
controller.
Shutting down the controller from the OCP removes power from the controller on which the procedure
is performed only. To restore power, toggle the controller’s power.
1. Press three times to scroll to the Shutdown Options menu.
2. Press to display Restart.
3. Press to scroll to Power Off.
4. Press to select Power Off.
5. Power off system is displayed. Press Enter to power off the system.
Restarting the system
To restore the controller to an operational state, use the following procedure to restart the system.
1. Press three times to scroll to the Shutdown Options menu.
2. Press to select Restart.
3. Press to display Restart system?.
4. Press Enter to go to Startup.
No user input is required. The system will automatically initiate the startup procedure and
proceed to load the Storage System Name and World Wide Name information from the
operational controller.
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