Users Guide

Using GUI Console Redirection 173
Using Power Control Option
The Power Control option allows you to do the following on the managed
system:
• Power on the system
• Power off the system
• Reset the system
• Power cycle the system
To control power on the managed system:
1
Access the Viewer Menu Bar. See "Accessing the Viewer Menu Bar" on
page 168.
2 Click Tools and then click Power Control .
3 Click any of the options provided:
• Power on the system.
• Power off the system.
• Reset the system. Restart the system without powering it off.
• Power cycle the system. Restart the system after powering it off.
A pop-up window is displayed.
4 Click Yes and click OK .
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a new remote console video session be started when the local video on
the server is turned OFF?
Yes.
Why does it take 15 seconds to turn OFF the local video on the server after
requesting to turn OFF the local video?
It gives a local user an opportunity to take any action before the video is
switched OFF.
Is there a time delay when turning ON the local video?
No, once a local video turn ON request is received by DRAC 5 the video is
turned ON instantly.