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Functions of the iRMC S2/S3

1.2 Functions of the iRMC S2/S3 (overview)

The iRMC S2/S3 supports a wide range of functions that are provided by
default. With Advanced Video Redirection (AVR) and Remote Storage, the
iRMC S2/S3 also provides two additional advanced features for the remote
management of PRIMERGY servers. To use AVR and Remote Storage, you
require a valid license key, which can be purchased separately.
Standard functions of the iRMC S2/S3
Browser access
The iRMC S2/S3 features its own web server which can be accessed by the
management station from a standard web browser.
Security (SSL, SSH)
Secure access to the Web server and secure graphical console redirection
including mouse and keyboard can be provided over HTTPS/SSL. An
encrypted connection protected using SSH mechanisms can be set up to
access the iRMC S2/S3 using the Remote Manager. The Remote Manager
is an alphanumeric user interface for the iRMC S2/S3.
ServerView Integration
The ServerView agents detect the iRMC S2/S3 and automatically assign it
to the relevant server. This means that it is possible to start the iRMC S2/S3
web interface and text console redirection using the ServerView Remote
Management Frontend directly from ServerView Operations Manager.
Power management
Irrespective of the status of the system, you have the following options for
powering the managed server up or down from the remote workstation
using the iRMC S2/S3 web interface
using the Remote Manager and the command line interface (CLP)
with a script.