Note – The factory has configured the service processor hardware and firmware on your server with the most common settings used in the field. You may not need to change these defaults.
Refer to the Embedded Lights Out Manager (ELOM) Administration Guide for detailed information.
Integrated LOM Service Processor Software Overview
Integrated Lights Out Manager (ILOM) is system management firmware that is preinstalled on some Sun server platforms.
Note – If your system is running ELOM firmware, and you want to update to ILOM firmware, refer to the
ILOM enables you to actively manage and monitor components installed in your server system. With ILOM, you can monitor and manage your system proactively by viewing hardware configurations, monitoring system information, managing system alerts, and more.
ILOM provides a
Some key features of ILOM include:
■Runs on its own processor and resources
■Allows for management of the server without consuming system resources
■Continues to provide management using standby power even when the server is
■Provides an isolated management network separate from the data network
■Provides a concise view of hardware inventory and environmentals
■Provides the ability to control power, manage components, and access the host console
■Serves as an integration point for other management tools, such as Sun N1 System Manager and
■Enables the download of service processor (SP) firmware and BIOS changes
