Advanced node options
Using these options is only advised during planned downtime or under the advice of 7FiveFive engineers, as they can result in service disruptions
Accessing the options
Navigate to the
Node Status
page (Found in theSystem
) menuSelect the node/server you want to update the settings for from the dropdown list
From the drop-down next to the
Settings
button, a series of advanced functions are available. It’s recommended not to use these whilst the system is being used, as it could cause service disruptions.
Available Options
Option | Description |
---|---|
Enable/Disable maintenance mode | Will place the node into maintenance mode. This stops all file sharing and file system services and prevents them restarting when the node is rebooted. |
Activate node | Starts all file sharing and file system services, and brings the node into the cluster. |
Deactivate node | Stops all file sharing and file system services. |
Start-up node | Instructs iDRAC to power-on the node |
Shutdown node | Instructs iDRAC to power-off the node |
Restart node | Instructs iDRAC to restart the node |