Chapter 5: Operation This chapter describes how to operate the EM2100 appliance. You must complete the steps in Chapter 4: Hardware Installation before you proceed. 5.1 Turn EM2100 Power ON and OFF The front momentary power switch is used to power the appliance ON and OFF. Additional Information : The main power input switch should remain ON unless you are uninstalling the appliance. Refer to Rear Panel Connectors and Features on page 12 for more information. Powering ON Use the following power ON procedure after a shutdown or for an initial power ON of the appliance.
Do not power ON the appliance until you have confirmed that the environment is safe and ready to be powered ON (refer to Considerations for Powering ON After a Shutdown on page 32 for more information). 1. Ensure the rear power switch is in the ON position. 2. Press and hold the front power switch until the SYS LED illuminates (typically 1-2 seconds). 3. Observe the boot message sequence in the display panel. Additional Information : If there are no boot errors, the boot sequence can take up to two minutes (typically less). IMPORTANT: Do not power ON the EM2100 appliance until you have resolved all problems in the work environment.
Refer to Considerations for Powering ON After a Shutdown on page 32 for more information. Powering OFF - Soft Shutdown The following procedure initiates a soft shutdown (preferred), where the operating system runs through a controlled shutdown procedure. For uncontrolled shutdown, see Powering OFF - Hard Shutdown. NOTE: A soft shutdown terminates AMR jobs in progress, regardless of their configuration. 1. Press and release the front power switch to start the shutdown sequence for the EM2100 appliance (typically less than 1 second). The appliance will beep 3 times to indicate the power OFF, soft shutdown procedure has begun. 2. Observe the shutdown messages on the control panel. 3.
The SYS LED turns OFF when the sequence is complete. 20569-000 Rev. A EM2100 Installation Guide 31