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Frequently Asked Questions

This section lists the frequently asked questions about OpenManage Server Administrator. NOTE: The following questions are not specific to this release of Server Administrator.

1.Why does ESXi 4.x (4.0 U3) and ESXi 5.x host rebooting functionality fail from OpenManage 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 are the tasks that need to be performed after adding a VMware ESX 4.0 U3 or ESX 4.1 U2 operating system to the Active Directory domain?

After adding a VMware ESX 4.0 U3 and ESX 4.1 U2 operating system to the Active Directory domain, an Active Directory user must:

a.Log in to Server Administrator on the system running the VMware ESX 4.0 U3 and ESX 4.1 U2 operating system and restart the DSM SA Connection Service.

b.Log in to the Remote Node while using the VMware ESX 4.0 U3 and ESX 4.1 U2 operating system as a Remote Enablement Agent. Wait for approximately 5 minutes for the sfcbd process to add the permission to the new user.

3.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.

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

For systems that are running Server Administrator version 4.3, you must upgrade to a 6.x version and then to version 7.x. For systems running a version prior to 4.3, you must 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).

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

Log on to: support.dell.com → Enterprise IT → Manuals → Software → Systems Management → OpenManage Server Administrator.

The latest documentation version reflects the version of OpenManage Server Administrator available.

6.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.

7.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 Dell OpenManage Installation and Security User's Guide available at dell.com/support/manuals.

8.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.

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Contents Dell OpenManage Server Administrator Version 7.3 Users Guide Dell Inc 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 ReleaseAvailability On Supported Operating Systems Systems Management Standards AvailabilityOther Documents You May Need Server Administrator HomeOperating System Accessing Documents From Dell Support Site Obtaining Technical Assistance Contacting Dell Serviceability ToolsOMConnectionsEnterpriseSystemsManagement Role-Based Access Control Setup And AdministrationUser Privilege Access Description Level Type View Manage Service User Privilege Level Required ViewMicrosoft Windows Authentication AuthenticationVMware ESX Server 4.X Authentication VMware ESXi Server 5.X AuthenticationAssigning User Privileges EncryptionAdding Users To a Domain On Windows Operating Systems Creating Users Creating Users With User Privileges Creating Users With Power User PrivilegesUserName HostName Rights Best Practices While Using The Omarolemap File Select Account is disabled and click OK Configuring The Snmp AgentOpen the Computer Management window Changing The Snmp Community Name Snmp Service Properties window appearsSnmp Service Configuration window appears Snmp Agent Access Control ConfigurationEnabling Snmp Set Operations Server Administrator Snmp Agent Install Actions Enabling Snmp Access From Remote Hosts Sever Administrator Snmp Install ActionsTo configure the Snmp agent To enable VMWare Snmp service, run the following command Page Firewall Configuration Server Administrator Local System Login Using Server AdministratorLogging In And Out Click Submit Central Web Server LoginSingle Sign-On Using The Active Directory LoginEnabling The Use Of Client-Side Scripts On Mozilla Firefox Enabling 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