Configure serial over LAN (SOL)
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The PowerProtect system provides the ability to access the serial console through the iDRAC interface.
Configuring SOL is optional.
If SOL is already enabled on the system, no further action is required.
CAUTION:
Do not use iDRAC to change the storage configuration, system settings, or BIOS settings, as making
changes will impact system functionality. Contact Support if changes are required in any of these areas.
CAUTION:
Enabling SOL disables the serial console.
Steps
1
. In a web browser, type the iDRAC IP address specified during iDRAC configuration.
2. Login with the user name root. The default password is the system serial number on the PSNT.
3. Select Configuration > BIOS Settings > Serial Communications.
4. Verify the following values are configured, and specify any that are not set as listed:
● Serial Communication: Auto
● Serial Port Address: Serial Device1=COM2, Serial Device2=COM1
● External Serial Connector: Serial Device 2
● Failsafe Baud Rate: 115200
● Remote Terminal Type: VT100/VT220
● Redirection After Boot: Enabled
5. Click Apply to save any changes.
6. Select iDRAC Settings > Connectivity > Serial Over LAN.
7. Specify the following values if they are not already configured:
● Enable Serial Over Lan: Enable
● Baud Rate: 115.2 kbps
● Channel Privilege Level Limit: Administrator
● Redirect Enable: Enable
● Escape Key: ^\ (Ctrl + \)
8. Click Apply to save any changes.
9. Select iDRAC Settings > Services.
10. Specify the following values if they are not already configured:
a. Select Enabled for SSH.
b. Verify the Port Number is set to 22.
11. Click Apply to save any changes.
12. Select Configuration > BIOS Settings > Serial Communications.
13. Click Apply and Reboot.
14. Select Maintenance > Job Queue and verify the Configure: BIOS.Setup job is complete.
NOTE:
Click Refresh to get the latest status
Change the iDRAC network port
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iDRAC provides the ability to disable the dedicated iDRAC Ethernet port and assign the iDRAC connection to share one of the
network daughter card Ethernet ports. This step is optional.
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