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IMPORTANT: The DHCP server assigns the IP address to the iLO NIC. The DHCP server is not necessary if you have configured iLO and/or any other connected NICs to use a static IP address.
To connect with the network cabling method:
1.Follow steps 1 through 7 of “Using the Direct Cabling Method with a Client PC” to make the connections from the server blade to the diagnostic station.
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, be sure that the AC power is disconnected from the diagnostic station when connecting cables to the server blade.
2.Connect the network cable with
3.Connect the AC power cord to the diagnostic station (3).
NOTE: Previously installed components have been removed for clarity.
Depending on which server blade you are using, you may need to install a second power supply in the diagnostic station. A second power cord would also be required.
Figure 15: Connecting a network cable and the AC power cord to the diagnostic station
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