Shut Down or Restart

This task enables you to shut down (power off the console) or to restart the console.

1. Open the Shut Down or Restart task from the HMC Management work pane.
2. From the Shut Down or Restart window, you can:
   • Select Restart the HMC to automatically restart the HMC once the shut down has occurred.
   • Do not select Restart the HMC if you do not want to automatically restart the HMC.
3. Click OK to proceed with the shut down, otherwise click Cancel to exit the task.

Use the online Help if you need additional information about shutting down or restarting the HMC.