This section addresses the following topics:

•“Overview” (page 81)

•“Setup Checklist” (page 82)

•“Console Setup Flowchart” (page 82)

•“Preparation” (page 83)

•“Configuring the iLO 2 MP LAN Using DHCP and DNS” (page 85)

•“Configuring the iLO 2 MP LAN Using ARP Ping” (page 86)

•“Configuring the iLO 2 MP LAN Using the RS-232 Serial Port” (page 88)

•“Logging In to the iLO 2 MP” (page 89)

•“Additional Setup” (page 89)

Overview

A console is a tool consisting of display and input devices used to locally and remotely monitor and control the server. The console enables interaction with the following manageability, configuration, and diagnostic tools:

•Integrated Lights-Out 2 Management processor (iLO 2 MP). Provides a way to connect to the server and perform administration or monitoring tasks for the server hardware. It controls power, reset, and Transfer of Control (TOC) capabilities; provides console access; displays and records system events; and displays detailed information about internal subsystems. The iLO 2 MP is available whenever the system is connected to a power source, even if the server main power switch is turned off.

NOTE: For more information on the integrated lights-out management processor, see the HP Integrity Integrated Lights-Out 2 Management Processor Operations Guide.

•Extensible Firmware Interface (EFI). Provides an interface between the operating system and the firmware. Use the EFI to configure options, such as the server boot order, before the server loads an operating system.

Table 3-9lists the elements required to start a console session.

Table 3-9 Elements Required to Start a Console Session

Console Element

Description

 

 

ac power (standby power)

The server must have ac power to provide console functionality. See

 

“Applying Standby Power to the Server” (page 80).

 

 

Server hardware components

Includes the iLO 2 MP and console cable connectors.

 

 

Console cable

Links the server console to the console device.

 

 

Console device1

Provides display and input functionality using components such as

 

monitors, keyboards, and mouse devices.

 

 

Console emulation software

Emulates the output from the server console and displays the output on

 

the console device screen.

 

 

Console Setup

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