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HP ntegrity iLO 2 MP

HP ntegrity iLO 2 MP
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HP Integrity iLO 2 MP Operations Guide
HP Part Number: 5991-5992
Published: November 2007

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HP ntegrity iLO 2 MP Specifications

General IconGeneral
Remote ConsoleYes
Virtual MediaYes
Power ManagementYes
Firmware UpdatesYes
Device TypeManagement processor
ManufacturerHP
TypeManagement Processor
FunctionRemote server management
CompatibilityHP Integrity servers
InterfaceEthernet
Supported ProtocolsHTTP, HTTPS, SNMP
Interface TypeEthernet
Data Link ProtocolEthernet, Fast Ethernet
Ports1 x Ethernet
CategoryServer
Management TypeIntegrated Lights-Out (iLO)
ModelIntegrity iLO 2 MP

Summary

Introduction to iLO 2 MP

Features

Overview of iLO 2 MP capabilities.

Security

Strong security for remote management.

User Access Control

User account management and access rights.

Remote Power Control

Remote control of system power and resets.

Advanced Features

Enhanced functionality with advanced license.

Directory-Based Secure Authorization Using LDAP

Centralized user authentication via LDAP.

Advanced Pack License

Sophisticated virtual administration and security features.

Obtaining and Activating iLO 2 MP Advanced Pack Licensing

How to get and activate the Advanced Pack license.

Security

Authentication

Uses 128-bit SSL encryption for web and password/key-based for SSH.

Authorization

User access rights management via local accounts or directory services.

Privacy

Uses SSL and RSL-RC4 encryption for secure connections.

Ports and LEDs

Onboard Administrator

Enclosure management processor for server blade management.

iLO 2 MP Reset Button

Resets iLO 2 MP and user-specific values to factory defaults.

Setting Up and Connecting the Console

Setup Checklist

Checklist to guide the iLO 2 MP setup process.

Preparing to Set Up iLO 2 MP

Tasks before configuring the iLO 2 MP LAN.

Determining the iLO 2 MP LAN Configuration Method

Methods for acquiring an IP address for iLO 2 MP LAN.

Configuring the iLO 2 MP LAN Using DHCP and DNS

Steps to configure LAN using DHCP and DNS.

Logging In to the iLO 2 MP

Procedures for logging into the iLO 2 MP.

Physically Connecting the Server Blade to the iLO 2 MP

Methods for connecting server blade to iLO 2 MP.

Modifying User Accounts and Default Passwords

Changing default login credentials for security.

Setting Up Security

Options for controlling user access and enhancing security.

Accessing the Host Console

Interacting with the iLO 2 MP Using the Web GUI

Accessing iLO 2 MP via web browser interface.

Accessing the Host Console Using the TUI

Accessing console via Text User Interface.

Configuring DHCP, DNS, LDAP, and LDAP Lite

Configuring DHCP

Automatically assigning IP addresses to DHCP clients.

Configuring DNS

Displaying and modifying DNS configuration settings.

Configuring LDAP Extended Schema

Configuring iLO 2 MP for directory server authentication.

Using iLO 2 MP

BP: Reset BMC passwords

Resets BMC user and administrator passwords.

UC: User Configuration (users, passwords, and so on)

Adds, modifies, re-enables, or deletes user parameters.

Web GUI

Virtual Media

Provides virtual devices mimicking physical hardware.

Power & Reset

View and control server power state, reset system, BMC, or iLO 2 MP.

Onboard Administrator

User Accounts Configuration

Installing and Configuring Directory Services

Restricting Roles

IP Address Range Restrictions

How Directory Login Restrictions Are Enforced

Creating Multiple Restrictions and Roles

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