Direct Platform Control (DPC) Console
The Direct Platform Control (DPC) Console provides remote emergency management of servers. The DPC Console is independent of the server operating system and provides a means to remotely diagnose problems or verify the state of the server. It will also turn the server on or off.
You can find additional information about DPC Console under Documentation on the Server Companion CD which came with the server.
System security
To help prevent unauthorized entry or use of the system, the system includes key locks on the chassis (to prevent entry) and the bezel door (to prevent use).
You can also set security measures in the BIOS Setup utility which establishes passwords and automatic system lockouts. The system also includes server management software that monitors the chassis intrusion switch.
Mechanical locks and monitoring
The system includes a chassis intrusion switch. When the access cover is opened, the switch transmits an alarm signal to the system board, where server management software processes the signal. You can program a response to an intrusion, for example, the system may power down or lock the keyboard.
Software locks through the BIOS Setup utility
The BIOS Setup utility provides several security features to prevent unauthorized or accidental access to the system. Once the security measures are enabled, access to the system is allowed only after you enter the correct password(s). For example, the utility lets you:
■Enable the keyboard lockout timer so the server requires a password to reactivate the keyboard and mouse after a specified
■Set and enable administrator and user passwords
■Set secure mode to prevent keyboard or mouse input and to prevent use of the front panel reset and power switches
■Activate a
■Disable writing to the diskette drive when secure mode is set
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