When replacing a standalone C-Series server which order will be used to shut down the server via CIMC?

'Shut off' performs an immediate hard power cut without allowing the operating system to shut down gracefully, making it inappropriate for a planned server replacement.

In the Cisco CIMC web interface, the correct shutdown sequence is to click 'Power off' to access the power management options, then select 'Shut down' to send an ACPI signal that allows the operating system to close processes and flush data gracefully. This two-step path is the documented procedure for a clean, planned power-down of a standalone C-Series server. Using 'Shut down' rather than a forced power cut is critical during server replacement to prevent data corruption.

'Host power' is not the correct label for the power management menu in CIMC; the proper menu entry is labeled 'Power off', making this navigation path invalid.

While 'Shut down' is the correct final action, 'Host power' is not the correct CIMC menu label - the menu used to initiate shutdown is 'Power off', not 'Host power'.