CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide Task 6—Powering on the System
Connecting to IPMI and Launching the Virtual Console
You connect to IPMI to launch the Virtual Console, which you use to manage the target OmniCube
remotely. You can also configure system settings, such as configuring the VMware ESXi instance installed
on the OmniCube.
Note: The Virtual Console is compatible with different browsers and versions of Java. If you see errors
while launching or using the Virtual Console, you might need to try a different a browser or Java
version.
Before You Begin
You have configured IPMI.
To connect to IPMI and launch the Virtual Console:
1. Log in to any computer in the same network as your IPMI.
2. Type the IPMI IP address into your browser. For example: http://110.150.0.12.
3. Use the default user name root and the default password calvin to log in.
4. Click the Console tab.
5. Click Launch Virtual Console to display the Virtual Console.
Related Topics
Task 5—Configuring IPMI for Remote Management on page 27
Ports Required for Network Communication on page 46
Task 6—Powering on the System
Power on each CN-Series system by pressing the power button on the front panel. Ensure the health
indicator on the front panel changes from flashing amber to steady blue.
Note: If an error occurs during system start-up, contact your service provider.
Related Topics
About Diagnostic Indicators on page 39
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