NEC iLO 5 User Manual

NEC Express Server
Express5800 Series
iLO 5
User’s Guide
1. iLO
2. Setting up iLO
3. Using the iLO web interface
4. Viewing iLO information and logs
5. Viewing general system information
6. Managing firmware, software, and language packs
7. Configuring and using iLO Federation
8. iLO Integrated Remote Console
9. Using a text-based Remote Console
10. Using iLO Virtual Media
11. Using the power and thermal features
12. Configuring iLO network settings
13. Using the iLO administration features
14. Using the iLO security features
15. Configuring iLO management settings
16. IPMI server management
17. Managing iLO reboots, factory reset, and NMI
18. Troubleshooting
2017/10

NEC iLO 5 Specifications

General

Brand	NEC
Model	iLO 5
Category	Server
Language	English

Summary

Setting Up and Securing iLO

iLO Network Connection Options

Explains dedicated vs. shared network ports for iLO connectivity.

iLO IP Address and Access Security

Covers IP address acquisition (DHCP/static) and access security (local/directory).

Monitoring and Logging iLO Events

Viewing iLO Overview and System Information

Managing iLO Event Logs

Procedures for viewing, filtering, searching, and clearing iLO event logs.

Integrated Management Log (IML) Details

Managing Firmware, Software, and Language Packs

Firmware Update Procedures

Guides for online and offline firmware updates, including obtaining image files.

iLO Repository and Component Management

Configuring iLO Federation for Multi-Server Management

iLO Federation Network and Multicast Configuration

Setting up network requirements and multicast options for iLO Federation.

Managing iLO Federation Group Memberships

Configuring group memberships for local and multiple iLO systems for centralized control.

iLO Federation Group Virtual Media and Power Control

Power and Thermal Management

Server Power Control and Status

Managing server power states and viewing current power status and history.

Power Regulator and Capping Settings

Troubleshooting iLO and System Issues

Resolving iLO Login and Access Problems

Troubleshooting Remote Console and SSH Issues

Addressing Firmware Update Errors