Advantech IPMI-1000 Installation and operation manual

IPMI-1000 Startup Manual 1
Before you begin installing your card, please make sure that
the following items have been shipped:
1. IPMI-1000 module x 1
2. Startup manual x 1 PN: 20061IPM100
3. Screw x 2 P/N: 19350304A0
4. Warranty Card x 1 P/N: 2190000902
5. VGA cable x 1 P/N: 1700020805
If any of these items are missing or damaged, please con-
tact your distributor or sales representative immediately.
IPMI-1000
IPMI module, AST2300 chipset
Startup Manual
General Features
• Out of band (OS independent)
• User management
• Remote control
• System health
• Maintenance
SBC Support List
PPCE-7127G2-00A1E
PCE-5126WG2-00A1E
Note: For more SBC support list, please visit our website.
Mechanical and Environmental
• Dimensions: 68 mm x 31.5 mm
• Power supply type: 5 VSB
• Power requirements: 5 VSB @ 55mA
• Operating temperature: 0 ~ 60° C
• Operating humidity: 60° C @ 85% RH, Non-Condensing
• Storage temperature: -40 ~ 85° C
• Storage humidity: 60° C @ 95% RH, Non-Condensing
• Weight: 0.48 kg
There are four connectors on the module and one of them
is used to connect with SBC. The below table lists the func-
tions of these connectors.
Connectors
Label Function
BMC1 IPMI connector
VGA1 VGA1 connector
MRCROSD1 Local media device
IPMB Reserved
Specications
Packing List
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This manual is for the IPMI-1000 Series.
Part No. 2006IPM100
Print in China
1st Edition
October 2012
Connectors

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1. Please connect IPMI module to the SBC BMC1
connector using the following steps.
1). Connector BMC1 and the screw holes on your SBC.
If your SBC is either PCE-7127 or PCE-5126WG2,
you will find two screw holes around BMC1.
Figure1: Locations of BMC1 & Screw holes on SBC
2). Connector BMC1 and standoffs on IPMI-1000.
Figure 2: Locations of BMC1 & standoffs on module
3). Connect the SBC and IPMI-1000 with BMC1
connector.
Figure 3: Assembling module
4). Align the screw holes, and fix securely with the
screws.
Figure 4: Fixing the screws
2. After setting up the hardware configuration, users
should also complete BIOS settings. Please check the
information below to find out corresponding instructions
to enable the IPMI function.
Enter Server Mgmt, “BMC Support” and “Wait for BMC”
are [Enabled] as default setting.
Figure 5: BMC support setting
Enter BMC network configuration, the default
Configuration Address source is [Unspecified]. Change
Address source to [Static], there is a default IP address
for user setting in the first time.
Figure 6: BMC network conguration setting
Note: At first time initialing IPMI-1000, it may take around
30~40 seconds before posting BIOS. When F/W is ready,
the LED light of module will be flashing.
Installation Guide

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Figure 7: IPMI-1000 Top side Board Layout
Figure 8: IPMI-1000 Bottom side Board Layout
Board Layout and Dimension

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Copyright
The documentation and the software included with this product are copyrighted 2013
by Advantech Co., Ltd. All rights are reserved. Advantech Co., Ltd. reserves the right
to make improvements in the products described in this manual at any time without
notice. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated or transmitted
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Ltd. Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and reliable. How-
ever, Advantech Co., Ltd. assumes no responsibility for its use, nor for any infringe-
ments of the rights of third parties, which may result from its use.
Acknowledgements
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free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of pur-
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This warranty does not apply to any products which have been repaired or altered by
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If you think you have a defective product, follow these steps:
1. Collect all the information about the problem encountered. (For example, CPU
speed, Advantech products used, other hardware and software used, etc.) Note
anything abnormal and list any on screen messages you get when the problem
occurs.
2. Call your dealer and describe the problem. Please have your manual, product,
and any helpful information readily available.
3. If your product is diagnosed as defective, obtain an RMA (return merchandize
authorization) number from your dealer. This allows us to process your return
more quickly.
4. Carefully pack the defective product, a fully-completed Repair and Replacement
Order Card and a photocopy proof of purchase date (such as your sales receipt)
in a shippable container. A product returned without proof of the purchase date
is not eligible for warranty service.
5. Write the RMA number visibly on the outside of the package and ship it prepaid
to your dealer.
Part No. 2006IPM110 Edition 1
Printed in Taiwan March 2013

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Initial Inspection
Before you begin installing your motherboard, please make sure that the following
materials have been shipped:
IPMI-1000 module X 1
Startup manual X 1 P/N: 20061IPM100
Screws X 2 P/N: 19350304A0
Warranty Card X 1 P/N: 2190000902
VGA cable X 1 P/N: 1700020950-01
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your distributor or sales repre-
sentative immediately. We have carefully inspected the IPMI-1000 mechanically and
electrically before shipment. It should be free of marks and scratches and in perfect
working order upon receipt. As you unpack the IPMI-1000, check it for signs of ship-
ping damage. (For example, damaged box, scratches, dents, etc.) If it is damaged or
it fails to meet the specifications, notify our service department or your local sales
representative immediately. Also notify the carrier. Retain the shipping carton and
packing material for inspection by the carrier. After inspection, we will make arrange-
ments to repair or replace the unit.

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Chapter 1 Hardware Configuration......................1
1.1 Introduction ...............................................................................................2
1.2 Specifications............................................................................................2
1.3 Connectors................................................................................................2
Table 1.1: Connectors.................................................................2
1.4 Board Layout: Connector Locations..........................................................3
Figure 1.1 IPMI-1000 Top Side Board Layout.............................3
Figure 1.2 IPMI-1000 Bottom Side Board Layout........................3
Chapter 2 Setup.....................................................5
2.1 Introduction ...............................................................................................6
2.2 H/W setting................................................................................................6
Figure 2.1 Assembling Module....................................................6
Figure 2.2 Fastening the Screws.................................................6
2.3 BIOS Settings............................................................................................7
2.3.1 BMC Support ................................................................................7
2.3.2 Wait For BMC ...............................................................................7
2.3.3 Wait For BMC Counter..................................................................7
2.3.4 BMC Self Test Log........................................................................7
2.3.5 System Event Log.........................................................................7
2.3.6 BMC Network Configuration .........................................................7
2.4 LAN Settings.............................................................................................7
Figure 2.3 Example of PCE-5126WG2........................................8
Chapter 3 Graphic User Interface (GUI) ..............9
3.1 Login Page..............................................................................................10
Figure 3.1 Login Page ...............................................................10
3.2 Dashboard...............................................................................................11
Figure 3.2 Dashboard................................................................11
3.2.1 Device Information......................................................................11
3.2.2 Network Information....................................................................11
3.2.3 Remote Control...........................................................................11
3.2.4 Sensor Monitoring.......................................................................12
3.3 Server Health ..........................................................................................12
3.3.1 Sensor Readings ........................................................................12
Figure 3.3 Server Health - Sensor Readings Page ..................12
3.3.2 Event Log....................................................................................13
Figure 3.4 Server Health - Event Log Page...............................13
3.3.3 System & Audit Log ....................................................................13
Figure 3.5 Server Health - System & Audit Page ......................13
3.4 Configuration...........................................................................................14
3.4.1 Active Directory...........................................................................14
Figure 3.6 Configuration - Active Directory Page ......................14
3.4.2 DNS ............................................................................................15
Figure 3.7 Configuration - DNS Page........................................15
3.4.3 LDAP...........................................................................................16
Figure 3.8 Configuration - LDAP Page......................................16
3.4.4 Local Media.................................................................................16
Figure 3.9 Configuration - Local Media Page............................16
3.4.5 Mouse Mode...............................................................................17
Figure 3.10Configuration - Mouse Mode Page...........................17
3.4.6 NCSI ...........................................................................................17
Figure 3.11Configuration - NCSI Page.......................................17
3.4.7 Network.......................................................................................18
Figure 3.12Configuration - Network Page ..................................18

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3.4.8 NTP............................................................................................. 19
Figure 3.13Configuration - NTP page......................................... 19
3.4.9 PAM Order.................................................................................. 19
Figure 3.14Configuration - PAM Order Page ............................. 19
3.4.10 PEF............................................................................................. 20
Figure 3.15Configuration - PEF Page ........................................ 21
3.4.11 RADIUS...................................................................................... 21
Figure 3.16Configuration - RADIUS Page.................................. 22
3.4.12 Remote Session ......................................................................... 22
Figure 3.17Configuration - Remote Session Page..................... 22
3.4.13 Services...................................................................................... 22
Figure 3.18Configuration - Services Page.................................. 22
3.4.14 SMTP.......................................................................................... 23
Figure 3.19Configuration - SMTP Page ..................................... 23
3.4.15 System and Audit Log................................................................. 23
Figure 3.20Configuration - System and Audit Log Page............ 23
3.4.16 Users .......................................................................................... 24
Figure 3.21Configuration - Users Page...................................... 24
3.4.17 Virtual Media............................................................................... 24
Figure 3.22Configuration - Virtual Media Page .......................... 24
3.5 Remote Control....................................................................................... 25
Figure 3.23Remote Control - Console Redirection Page ........... 25
Figure 3.24Remote Control - Server Power Control Page......... 25
3.6 Auto Video Recording............................................................................. 26
Figure 3.25Auto Video Recording - Triggers Configuration Page..
26
Figure 3.26Auto Video Recording - Recorded Video Page........ 26
3.7 Maintenance ........................................................................................... 27
Figure 3.27Maintenance - Firmware Update Page..................... 27
Figure 3.28Maintenance - Restore Factory Defaults Page ........ 27
Figure 3.29Maintenance - System Administrator Page.............. 27
3.8 Log Out................................................................................................... 27
Appendix A Port Usage......................................... 29
A.1 Port Usage.............................................................................................. 30

Chapter 1
1Hardware
Configuration

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1.1 Introduction
IPMI-1000 is a proprietary form-factor module which is designed with Aspeed
AST2300 for remote management purposes. Also, IPMI-1000 is fully compliant with
IPMI 2.0 specification.
1.2 Specifications
Chipset AST2300
Compliant with IPMI 2.0
VGA output
KVM over IP
1.3 Connectors
There are four connectors on the module and one of them is used to connect with
SBC. The below table lists the functions of these connectors.
Table 1.1: Connectors
Label Function
BMC1 IPMI connector
VGA1 VGA1 connector
MRCROSD1 Local media device
IPMB Reserved

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Chapter 1 Hardware Configuration
1.4 Board Layout: Connector Locations
Figure 1.1 IPMI-1000 Top Side Board Layout
Figure 1.2 IPMI-1000 Bottom Side Board Layout

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Chapter 2
2Setup

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2.1 Introduction
Please follow the H/W, BIOS & LAN setting shown below to properly setup the IPMI-
1000.
2.2 H/W setting
1. The IPMI-1000 module should be carefully placed on BMC1 (2 x 50 connector),
Once BMC is active, an LED indicator will be blinking.
Figure 2.1 Assembling Module
2. Align the screw holes, and securely fasten with the screws.
Figure 2.2 Fastening the Screws

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Chapter 2 Setup
2.3 BIOS Settings
Once IPMI-1000 module has been connected to SBC, the BIOS will show a "Server
Mgmt" section automatically. Server Mgmt is used to modify the settings of IPMI-
1000.
2.3.1 BMC Support
Default is [Enable]; Set [Disable] if you don't need the BMC function.
2.3.2 Wait For BMC
Default is [Enable]; Set [Disable] to boot up without waiting for IPMI-1000 ready.
2.3.3 Wait For BMC Counter
Default is [6 Times]; BMC counter sets waiting time for BMC self test complete, the
time per counter is 5 seconds.
2.3.4 BMC Self Test Log
This page erases/clears the settings of the BMC self test log.
2.3.5 System Event Log
Default is [Disable]; Set [Enable] for System Event log during boot.
2.3.6 BMC Network Configuration
Default setting is below:
There are three types of Address source.
Unspecified: Use default IP setting
Static: Use custom assigned IP setting such as IP address & Subnet mask
Dynamic: Use IP address dynamically assigned from your server board
2.4 LAN Settings
Please connect your host computer to the MB/SBC LAN which supports the IPMI
interface (please refer to MB/SBC specifications for details); the host LAN configura-
tion is required to be on the same segment as the IPMI-1000.
Example:
IPMI-1000
IP: 192.168.0.1
Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
Host computer
IP: 192.168.0.50
Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0

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Figure 2.3 Example of PCE-5126WG2

Chapter 3
3Graphic User Interface
(GUI)

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3.1 Login Page
To Login to the Graphics User Interface (GUI) of the IPMI-1000, open an Internet
browser and connect to the IP address for the IPMI-1000. The login page will show
as on the following screen.
Default user name and password
Username: admin
Password: admin
Figure 3.1 Login Page
Note! - Before starting, Java must be installed to use the remote control.
- Compliant with Windows Internet Explorer only.

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Chapter 3 Graphic User Interface (GUI)
3.2 Dashboard
The Dashboard page gives overall information about the status of a device. To open
the Dashboard page, click Dashboard from the main menu. A sample screen shot of
the Dashboard page is shown below.
Figure 3.2 Dashboard
3.2.1 Device Information
The Device Information displays the following information.
Firmware Revision
Firmware Build Time
3.2.2 Network Information
The Network Information of the device is shown here.
3.2.3 Remote Control
To redirect the host remotely, launch Java Console from this section.
Click Launch to launch the console redirection and to manage the remote
server.
The console preview of the remote server using java application can be viewed
under this section. Click on Refresh button to reload the console preview.