iDRAC Service Module 3.0.1 User’s Guide

FullPowerCycle

FullPowerCycle is a calling interface function that provides a way to reset the server auxiliary power. An increasing amount of server hardware runs on server auxiliary power; and troubleshooting of some server issues requires the user to physically unplug the server power cord to reset the hardware running on auxiliary power. Forcing someone to physically unplug/plug the power cords leads to a significant cost and hassle for customers as well as support personnel.

When a Full Power Cycle Request is issued through this interface, the system power is not immediately affected. Instead, a flag is set that will be queried when the system transitions to S5. If the flag is set on S5 entry, the system will temporarily be forced into a lower power state, similar to removing and replacing AC. The flag can be cleared using the Cancel function any time the system is in the S0 state prior to the system entering the S5 state.

Starting from iDRAC Service Module version 3.0.1 you can avail different options of FullPowerCycle on your system. Use the following commands to request, get status, and cancel the Full Power Cycle on your system:

• To request FullPowerCycle on your system, type ./Invoke-FullPowerCycle —status request.
  NOTE: A message is displayed that the VirtualAC Power Cycle operation is triggered by the server operating system.
• To get the status of the Full Power Cycle on your system, type ./Invoke-FullPowerCycle -status get.
• To cancel the Full Power Cycle on your system, type ./Invoke-FullPowerCycle -status cancel.
  NOTE: A message is displayed that the system is going for turn off at the scheduled date and time.
  NOTE: For Windows Operating systems, shortcuts are available for the FullPowerCycle operation.