Asus ASMB4-IKVM User manual

ASMB4-iKVM/
ASMB4-SOL PLUS
Server Management Board

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E6568
Second Edition V2
March 2011
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Contents
Notices......................................................................................................... vi
Safety information .................................................................................... viii
About this guide ......................................................................................... ix
ASMB4-iKVM/ASMB4-SOL PLUS specications summary .................... xi
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-2
1.2 Package contents......................................................................... 1-2
1.3 Features ........................................................................................ 1-3
1.4 System requirements................................................................... 1-4
1.5 Network setup .............................................................................. 1-5
Chapter 2: Installation
2.1 Before you proceed ..................................................................... 2-2
2.2 Hardware installation................................................................... 2-2
2.3 Firmware update and IP conguration....................................... 2-4
2.3.1 Firmware update ............................................................. 2-4
2.3.2 Congure BMC IP source static IP.................................. 2-6
2.3.3 Congure BMC IP source DHCP .................................... 2-7
2.4 BIOS conguration ...................................................................... 2-8
2.5 Running the ASMC4 utility ........................................................ 2-11
2.5.1 Conguring the LAN controller...................................... 2-13
2.5.2 Conguring the user name and password .................... 2-14
2.6 Software installation.................................................................. 2-15
2.6.1 Installing the ARC ......................................................... 2-15
2.6.2 Launching ARC ............................................................. 2-16
Chapter 3: ASUS Remote Console
3.1 ASUS Remote Console (ARC)..................................................... 3-2
3.1.1 ARC sections .................................................................. 3-3
3.1.2 Connecting to the remote server..................................... 3-6
3.1.3 Retrieving sensor information ......................................... 3-8
3.1.4 Displaying FRU information .......................................... 3-10
3.1.5 Displaying system event logs.........................................3-11
3.1.6 Using Remote Console ................................................. 3-12
3.1.7 Displaying all remote server sensors ............................ 3-13

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3.1.8 Adjusting the monitoring settings .................................. 3-14
3.1.9 Controlling the remote server power............................. 3-16
3.1.10 Viewing PET information............................................... 3-17
3.2 ASUS Host Management Controller Setup ................................... 3-20
3.2.1 Installing and launching the ASUS Host
Management Controller Setup utility.................... 3-20
3.2.2 Command elds ............................................................ 3-21
3.2.3 Initial.............................................................................. 3-21
3.2.4 View .............................................................................. 3-21
3.2.5 Set................................................................................. 3-24
3.2.6 Monitor .......................................................................... 3-25
3.2.7 Help............................................................................... 3-26
Chapter 4: Web-based user interface
4.1 Web-based user interface ........................................................... 4-2
4.1.1 Loging in the utility .......................................................... 4-2
4.1.2 Using the utility................................................................ 4-3
4.2 System Information...................................................................... 4-4
4.3 Server Health................................................................................ 4-4
4.3.1 Sensor Readings (with Thresholds)................................ 4-5
4.3.2 Event Log........................................................................ 4-5
4.4 Conguration................................................................................ 4-6
4.4.1 Alerts............................................................................... 4-6
4.4.2 PEF ................................................................................. 4-7
4.4.3 Mouse Mode ................................................................... 4-7
4.4.4 Network........................................................................... 4-8
4.4.5 SMTP .............................................................................. 4-8
4.4.6 SSL ................................................................................. 4-9
4.4.7 Users............................................................................... 4-9
4.4.8 Congure LDAP ............................................................ 4-10
4.4.9 Date/Time/NTP Settings ............................................... 4-10
4.5 Remote Control .......................................................................... 4-11
4.5.1 Console Redirection.......................................................4-11
4.5.2 Server Power Control.................................................... 4-12
4.5.3 Capture Screen Video................................................... 4-12

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4.5.4 Chassis Identify Command ........................................... 4-13
4.6 Maintenance ............................................................................... 4-13
4.7 Languages .................................................................................. 4-14
Appendix: Reference information
A.1 BMC connector.............................................................................A-2
A.2 LAN ports for server management.............................................A-3
A.3 Troubleshooting ...........................................................................A-4
A.4 BMC Sensor Codes Table............................................................A-5

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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is
required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modications
to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the
Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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REACH
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and
Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical
substances in our products at ASUS website at http://csr.asus.com/english/
REACH.htm.
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services
ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest
standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you
to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well
as the packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm
for detailed recycling information in different regions.
DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been
designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the
crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic
equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for
disposal of electronic products.
DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste.
This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not
be placed in municipal waste.

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Safety information
Electrical safety
• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the
electrical outlet before relocating the server.
• When adding or removing devices to or from the server, ensure that the power
cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If
possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing server before you add a
device.
• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the server, ensure that all
power cables are unplugged.
• Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord.
These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
• Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If
you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact
your local power company.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied
service technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
• Before installing any component to the server, carefully read all the manuals
that came with the package.
• Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the
power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer
immediately.
• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in
any area where it may become wet.
• Place the product on a stable surface.
• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualied
service technician or your retailer.

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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring
the server management board.
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
• Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the server management board features and the new
technologies it supports.
• Chapter 2: Installation
This chapter provides instructions on how to install the board to the server
system and install the utilities that the board supports.
• Chapter 3: ASUS Remote Console
This chapter tells you how to use the ASUS Remote Console (ARC) that the
server management board supports.
• Chapter 4: Web-based user interface (ASMB4-iKVM only)
This chapter tells you how to use the web-based user interface that the
server management board supports.
• Appendix: Reference Information
The Appendix shows the location of the LAN ports for server management
and BMC connector on server motherboards. This section also presents
common problems that you may encounter when installing or using the
server management board.
Where to nd more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and
software updates.
1. ASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and
software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty
yers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not
part of the standard package.

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Typography
Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Italics Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means
that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
Return key.
<Key1+Key2+Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key
names are linked with a plus sign (+).
Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>
Command Means that you must type the command exactly as shown,
then supply the required item or value enclosed in
brackets.
Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line:
format a:
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself
when trying to complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components
when trying to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a
task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a
task.
Conventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following
symbols used throughout this manual.