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vIf you plan to use redundant management modules and want both to use the same IP address, disable DHCP and configure and use the static IP address (the IP configuration information will be transferred to the redundant management module automatically when needed). Otherwise, configure the DHCP setting as you prefer. You need to configure the static IP address only if DHCP is disabled.

–IP address - The IP address for the management module. The IP address must contain four integers from 0 to 255, separated by periods, with no spaces or consecutive periods. The default setting is 192.168.70.125.

–Subnet mask - The subnet mask must contain four integers from 0 to 255, separated by periods, with no spaces. The default setting is 255.255.255.0

–Gateway address - The IP address for your network gateway router. The gateway address must contain four integers from 0 to 255, separated by periods, with no spaces.

Configuring the internal Ethernet port

Under MM Control, click Network Interfaces → Internal Network Interface (eth1). This interface communicates with the network-interface I/O modules, such as the Ethernet switch module or the Fibre Channel switch module.

vSpecify the IP address to use for this interface. The subnet mask must be the same as the subnet mask in the external network interface (eth0).

vYou can configure the locally-administered MAC address for this interface; the other fields (data rate, duplex mode, maximum transmission unit (MTU), and burned-in MAC address) are read-only.

Configuring the management port on I/O modules

Under I/O Module Tasks, click Management; then, click the bay number that corresponds to the I/O module you are configuring.

vIn the New Static IP address fields, specify the IP address to use for this interface. The subnet mask must be the same as the subnet mask in the internal network interface (eth1).

vClick Advanced Management → Advanced setup. Enable the external ports and external management.

Saving and restoring the configuration file

After you have configured the management module, you can save the configuration file to a diskette or other external media. Then, if the configuration in the management module becomes damaged or the management module is replaced, you can restore the saved configuration file to the management module. Use the management-module Web interface to save and restore the configuration file (MM Control → Configuration File).

Note: If you cannot communicate with a replacement management module through the Web interface or the IBM Director programs, the IP address might be different from the IP address of the management module just removed. Press the IP reset button to set the management module to the factory default IP addresses; then, access the management module using the factory IP address (see “Configuring the management module for remote access” on page 39 for the factory IP addresses) and configure the management module or load the saved configuration file.

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Contents Installation and User’s Guide Server Support ERserver Page Contents Chapter Sharing resources among the blade servers Configuring your BladeCenter unitAppendix A. Getting help and technical assistance Appendix C. Notices Vi BladeCenter Type 8677 Installation and User’s Guide Safety ViiTo Connect To Disconnect Do not ≥ 18 kg 39.7 lb ≥ 32 kg 70.5 lb ≥ 55 kg 121.2 lb Safety Xii BladeCenter Type 8677 Installation and User’s Guide This Installation and User’s Guide provides information to IntroductionFront System requirements Using the IBM Documentation BrowserAbout your documentation CD Starting the IBM Documentation BrowserUsing the search feature Related publicationsIntroduction Features and specifications Features and specificationsExpansion capabilities What your BladeCenter unit offersIBM Enterprise X-Architecture technology Hot-swap capabilitiesSystem-management capabilities Redundancy capabilitiesRedundant network connection capabilities Network environment supportReliability, availability, and serviceability Major components of the BladeCenter Type 8677 unit CD-ROMFront view Rear viewBladeCenter Type 8677 Installation and User’s Guide Installation guidelines Installing optionsInstalling the BladeCenter unit in a rack Use safe practices when liftingSystem reliability considerations Handling static-sensitive devicesInstalling and removing modules BladeCenter modulesModules Power modules Installing a module Blower modulesInstalling options Removing a module Installing and removing the acoustic module option Installing the acoustic module optionInstalling and removing blade servers Removing the acoustic module optionInstalling a blade server Blade server expansion optionsLabel Removing a blade server Completing the installation Input/output connectorsMouse connector Video connectorKeyboard connector Remote management and console Ethernet connectorModule connectors BladeCenter unit power, controls, and indicators Starting the BladeCenter unitShutting down the BladeCenter unit BladeCenter components, controls, and LEDs Writeable area Rear system LED panel Module Ethernet activity System LED panel Configuring your BladeCenter unit Resolution Refresh rate Cabling the Ethernet port Setting up the remote connectionConfiguring the management module for remote access Ethernet link LEDCommunicating with the IBM Director software Configuring Wake on LAN in the BladeCenter unit Verifying your Wake on LAN configurationUsing the management and configuration program Linux-specific configurationStarting the management and configuration program Management and configuration program options Configuring the external Ethernet portSaving and restoring the configuration file Configuring the internal Ethernet portAbout the wizard Using IBM DirectorStarting the wizard Using Remote Deployment Manager Version 4.1 or later Configuring a switch moduleWhat to configure Supporting Ethernet failoverConfiguring the Ethernet controllers in the blade servers BladeCenter networking guidelinesGbps links L2 Switch Sharing resources among the blade servers BladeCenter Type 8677 Installation and User’s Guide Solving problems Diagnostic tools overviewTroubleshooting charts Monitor problemsManagement module problems Power problemsBlower module problems Options problems Light path diagnostics featureLight path diagnostics LEDs Lit LED Cause Action BladeCenter system LED panelLit LED Cause Action Power module Appendix A. Getting help and technical assistance Before you callSoftware service and support Hardware service and support Part 1 General Terms What this Warranty CoversWhat this Warranty Does not Cover Part 1 General TermsExchange of a Machine or Part How to Obtain Warranty ServiceWhat IBM Will Do to Correct Problems Your Additional ResponsibilitiesLimitation of Liability Governing Law Part 2 Country-unique TermsJurisdiction United States Hong Kong S.A.R. of China and Macau S.A.R. of China Malaysia Following Terms Apply to ALL Emea Countries Arbitration The following is added under this heading Following Terms Apply to ALL EU Countries Following paragraphs are added to this section Egypt Hungary Items for Which IBM is Not Liable SlovakiaTypes of Warranty Service Part 3 Warranty InformationWarranty Period Customer Replaceable Unit CRU ServiceCustomer Carry-In or Mail-In Service On-site ServiceCourier or Depot Service EU Country Telephone ListAppendix C. Notices Edition noticeTrademarks Important notesProduct recycling and disposal Battery return program Industry Canada Class a emission compliance statement Electronic emission noticesFederal Communications Commission FCC statement European Union EMC Directive conformance statementAppendix C. Notices Macedonia former Yugoslav Republic of, Madagascar, Mali Appendix C. Notices BladeCenter Type 8677 Installation and User’s Guide Index RAS Index BladeCenter Type 8677 Installation and User’s Guide Page Part Number 59P6595
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