cfgNicEnable (Read/Write)

Description

Enables or disables iDRAC6 or CMC network interface controller.

 

If the NIC is disabled, the remote network interfaces to iDRAC6 or

 

CMC are no longer accessible and iDRAC6 or CMC are only

 

available through the local or serial RACADM interface.

Legal Values

1 (TRUE)

0(FALSE)

Default 1

cfgNicIpAddress (Read/Write)

NOTE: This parameter is only configurable if the cfgNicUseDhcp parameter is set to 0(FALSE).

Description

Specifies the static IPv4 address to be assigned to the RAC or CMC.

 

This property is only valid if cfgNicUseDhcp is set to 0 (FALSE).

Legal Values

String representing a valid IPv4 address. For example: 192.168.0.20.

Default

For iDRAC6 on Rack and Tower Servers: 192.168.0.120

 

For iDRAC6 Enterprise on Blade Servers: 192.168.0.n, where n is 120

 

plus the server slot number.

 

For CMC: 192.168.0.120

cfgNicNetmask (Read/Write)

NOTE: This parameter is only configurable if the cfgNicUseDhcp parameter is set to 0 (FALSE).

Description The subnet mask used for iDRAC6 or CMC IP address.

This property is only valid if cfgNicUseDhcp is set to 0 (FALSE).

Legal Values String representing a valid subnet mask. For example: 255.255.255.0.

Default 255.255.255.0

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IDRAC6 1.95, CMC 3.2, IDRAC6 3.5 specifications

Dell's Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC) has been a pivotal technology for remote server management, and versions like iDRAC6 3.5 and iDRAC6 with firmware 1.95 have significantly enhanced the capabilities of server management solutions. These integrated management tools focus on improving system performance and uptime for data centers and enterprises.

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