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Frequently Asked Questions

This section lists the frequently asked questions about Server Administrator.

NOTE: The following questions are not specific to this release of Server Administrator.

1.Why does ESXi 5.x host rebooting functionality fail from Server Administrator?

This issue is due to VMware stand-alone license (SAL) key. For more information, see the knowledge base article at kb.vmware.com/kb/kb1026060.

2.What is the minimum permission level required to install Server Administrator?

To install Server Administrator, you must have Administrator level privileges. Power Users and Users do not have permission to install Server Administrator.

3.Is there an upgrade path required to install Server Administrator?

For systems that are running Server Administrator version 4.3, upgrade to a 6.x version and then to version 7.x. For systems running a version prior to 4.3, upgrade to version 4.3, then to a 6.x version, and then to version 7.x (x indicates the version of Server Administrator you want to upgrade to).

4.How do I determine what is the latest version of Server Administrator available for my system?

Log on to: support.dell.com → Software & Security → Enterprise System Management → OpenManage Server Administrator.

All the available versions of Server Administrator is displayed on the page.

5.How do I know what version of Server Administrator is running on my system?

After logging in to Server Administrator, navigate to Properties → Summary. You can find the version of Server Administrator installed on your system in the Systems Management column.

6.Are there other ports users can use apart from 1311?

Yes, you can set your preferred https port. Navigate to Preferences → General Settings → Web Server →HTTPS Port

Instead of Use default, select the Use radio button to set your preferred port.

NOTE: Changing the port number to an invalid or in-use port number may prevent other applications or browsers from accessing Server Administrator on the managed system. For the list of default ports, see the Server Administrator Installation Guide available at dell.com/ openmanagemanuals.

7.Can I install Server Administrator on Fedora, College Linux, Mint, Ubuntu, Sabayon or PClinux? No, Server Administrator does not support any of these operating systems.

8.Can Server Administrator send emails when there is a problem?

No, Server Administrator is not designed to send emails when there is a problem.

9.Is SNMP required for ITA discovery, inventory, and software updates on PowerEdge systems? Can CIM be used by itself for discovery, inventory, and updates or is SNMP required?

ITA communicating with Linux systems:

SNMP is required on the Linux system for discovery, status polling, and inventory.

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Contents Dell OpenManage Server Administrator Version Users Guide Page Contents Working With Remote Access Controller Server Administrator ServicesSetting Alert Actions Server Administrator LogsTroubleshooting Frequently Asked QuestionsIntroduction Installation Updating Individual System ComponentsInstrumentation Service Storage Management ServiceRemote Access Controller What Is New In This ReleasePage Availability On Supported Operating Systems Systems Management Standards AvailabilityOther Documents You May Need Server Administrator HomeAccessing documents from Dell Support Site Contacting Dell Obtaining Technical AssistanceSetup And Administration Role-Based Access ControlUser Privileges Authentication Microsoft Windows AuthenticationVMware ESXi Server 5.X Authentication Encryption Assigning User PrivilegesAdding Users To a Domain On Windows Operating Systems Creating Users With User Privileges Creating Users With Power User PrivilegesTab = \t tab character Best Practices While Using The Omarolemap FileConfiguring The Snmp Agent Changing the Snmp community name Page Server Administrator Snmp Agent Install Actions Snmp Agent Access Control ConfigurationEnabling Snmp Access From Remote Hosts Sever Administrator Snmp Install ActionsFind the line that reads rocommunity public Page Firewall Configuration Using Server Administrator Server Administrator Local System LoginLogging In And Out Central Web Server Login Single Sign-On Using The Active Directory LoginEnabling The Use Of Client-Side Scripts On Internet Explorer Enabling The Use Of Client-Side Scripts On Mozilla Firefox Sample Server Administrator Home Page Non-Modular System Page System Tree Global Navigation BarAction Window Data AreaTask Buttons System/Server Module Component Status IndicatorsUsing The Preferences Home Using The Online HelpGauge Indicators Underlined ItemsServer Administrator Web Server Preferences Setting User And System PreferencesManaged System Preferences Secure Port System Certificate Management SSL Server Certificates Upgrading web server Server Administrator Web Server Action TabsUsing The Server Administrator Command Line Interface Managing Your System Server Administrator ServicesManaging System/Server Module Tree Objects Server Administrator Home Page System Tree ObjectsAccessing And Using Chassis Management Controller Modular EnclosureSystem/Server Module Properties Logs ShutdownSession Management Alert ManagementMain System Chassis/Main System Properties Main System Chassis/Main SystemBatteries Bios Fans Firmware Hardware PerformanceIntrusion Memory Ports NetworkPower Management Processors Power SuppliesRemote Access Temperatures Removable Flash MediaSlots Voltages Software Operating SystemStorage Managing Preferences Home Page Configuration Options General SettingsServer Administrator Working With Remote Access Controller Viewing Basic Information Configuring The Remote Access Device To Use a LAN Connection Vlan ID Page Configuring Remote Access Device Users Additional Configuration For iDRACSetting Platform Event Filter Alerts Setting Platform Event Alert Destinations Page Server Administrator Logs Integrated FeaturesLog Window Task Buttons Server Administrator Logs Hardware LogMaintaining The Hardware Log Alert Log Command LogExample 1 ps -ef /tmp/psout.txt 2&1 Setting Alert ActionsSetting Alert Action Execute Application In Windows Server Setting Alert Actions In Microsoft Windows Server ServerBMC/iDRAC Platform Events Filter Alert Messages Page Troubleshooting Connection Service FailureLogin Failure Scenarios REINSTALLMODE=vamus Server Administrator ServicesDsmsadatamgr Page ITA communicating with Linux systems Frequently Asked QuestionsITA communicating with Windows systems
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