Entering Xserve Firmware Boot Commands

In Xserve G5 systems with no video card (so-called headless systems), it might be necessary to start the CPU in various modes without connecting the system to a keyboard or monitor. This is especially useful when you would like to put the server in target disk mode or to startup from a CD-ROM.

Follow these steps to initiate a command from the front panel.

1.	With the power off, press the system identifier button while you press the on/standby button.
2.	Continue pressing the system identifier button until the top row of blue lights blinks sequentially.
3.	Release the system identifier button. The rightmost light in the bottom row turns on. Press the button to light the next light in the bottom row, moving from right to left. Press the button again to change lights.
4.	When the light for the action you want is on, press the system identifier button for at least two seconds, until all lights in the top row are on.
5.	Release the button.