HP HP Integrated Lights-Out User manual

HP Integrated Lights-Out
User Guide
for HP Integrated Lights-Out firmware 1.91
Part Number 382327-003
May 2007 (Third Edition)

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Contents
Operational overview ................................................................................................................... 9
Guide overview ........................................................................................................................................ 9
New in this release of iLO .......................................................................................................................... 9
iLO overview .......................................................................................................................................... 10
Typical usage ............................................................................................................................... 10
HP ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack Integration................................................................... 11
iLO browser interface overview................................................................................................................. 11
Supported server operating system software......................................................................................12
Supported browsers and client operating systems .............................................................................. 13
Linux browser configuration ............................................................................................................ 13
Configuring iLO.......................................................................................................................... 14
iLO configuration options ......................................................................................................................... 14
iLO RBSU ..................................................................................................................................... 14
Browser-based setup ...................................................................................................................... 15
Integration with RILOE II accessory boards........................................................................................ 15
Network connection overview................................................................................................................... 16
Connect to the network .................................................................................................................. 16
Configure the IP address ................................................................................................................ 17
Installing iLO device drivers ...................................................................................................................... 18
Microsoft Windows NT, Windows 2000, and Windows Server 2003 Driver Support............................ 18
Novell NetWare Server Driver Support ............................................................................................19
Red Hat Linux and SuSE Linux server driver support ........................................................................... 19
Enabling advanced iLO functionality.......................................................................................................... 20
Licensing ...................................................................................................................................... 21
Activating iLO licensed features using a browser ............................................................................... 22
Administration ........................................................................................................................................ 22
User administration........................................................................................................................ 23
Global settings.............................................................................................................................. 24
Network settings............................................................................................................................ 26
SNMP/Insight Manager settings...................................................................................................... 28
Directory Settings .......................................................................................................................... 30
Upgrade iLO firmware ................................................................................................................... 30
Certificate administration................................................................................................................ 31
SSH Key Administration ................................................................................................................. 32
Two-Factor Authentication Settings................................................................................................... 33
Hot-plug keyboard................................................................................................................................... 34
Keyboard definitions...................................................................................................................... 34
Hot-plug keyboard recommended usage........................................................................................... 34
Hot-plug keyboard troubleshooting .................................................................................................. 35
Terminal Services pass-through option........................................................................................................ 36
Terminal Services Client requirements............................................................................................... 36
Enabling the Terminal Services Pass-Through option ........................................................................... 38
Remote Console and Terminal Services clients................................................................................... 39
Terminal Services troubleshooting .................................................................................................... 40
iLO Shared Network Port ......................................................................................................................... 40

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iLO Shared Network Port requirements............................................................................................. 40
iLO Shared Management Port features and restrictions ....................................................................... 41
Enabling the iLO Shared Network Port feature................................................................................... 41
Re-enabling the dedicated iLO management port............................................................................... 43
Shared Network Port VLAN ...................................................................................................................... 43
Enabling and configuring VLAN using the iLO interface...................................................................... 44
Enabling and configuring VLAN using RBSU ..................................................................................... 44
Enabling and configuring VLAN using XML....................................................................................... 45
ProLiant BL p-Class configuration ............................................................................................................... 45
ProLiant BL p-Class user requirements ............................................................................................... 45
Static IP bay configuration .............................................................................................................. 45
HP BladeSystem setup.................................................................................................................... 48
iLO security................................................................................................................................ 53
Security features...................................................................................................................................... 53
General security guidelines....................................................................................................................... 53
Password guidelines ...................................................................................................................... 53
Certificates ................................................................................................................................... 54
iLO Security Override Switch administration...................................................................................... 55
Securing RBSU........................................................................................................................................ 55
Encryption.............................................................................................................................................. 56
Remote Console Computer Lock ................................................................................................................ 56
User accounts ......................................................................................................................................... 57
Privileges...................................................................................................................................... 58
Login security................................................................................................................................ 58
Global security settings .................................................................................................................. 58
Two-factor authentication.......................................................................................................................... 58
Setting up two-factor authentication for the first time ........................................................................... 58
Two-factor authentication login........................................................................................................ 60
Two-factor authentication user certificates ......................................................................................... 61
Using two-factor authentication with directory authentication ............................................................... 62
Directory settings..................................................................................................................................... 63
Configuring Directory Settings......................................................................................................... 64
Directory tests ............................................................................................................................... 65
Using iLO .................................................................................................................................. 66
Logging in to iLO for the first time.............................................................................................................. 66
Progressive delays for failed browser login attempts........................................................................... 66
Help ............................................................................................................................................ 66
System Status.......................................................................................................................................... 66
Status Summary............................................................................................................................. 67
iLO Status..................................................................................................................................... 67
Server Status................................................................................................................................. 67
iLO Event Log................................................................................................................................ 68
Integrated Management Log ........................................................................................................... 69
Server and iLO diagnostics............................................................................................................. 69
Remote Console ...................................................................................................................................... 71
Remote Console option .................................................................................................................. 71
Remote Console Information option.................................................................................................. 72
Enhanced features of the Remote Console.........................................................................................72
Optimizing performance for graphical Remote Console...................................................................... 73
Remote Console hot keys................................................................................................................ 75
Single- and dual-cursor modes for graphical Remote Console.............................................................. 77
Acquiring the Remote Console ........................................................................................................ 78

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Virtual Serial Port .................................................................................................................................... 78
Windows® EMS Console............................................................................................................... 79
Virtual Serial Port and Linux ............................................................................................................ 81
Virtual Serial Port and serial BREAK ................................................................................................. 82
Virtual devices ........................................................................................................................................ 83
Virtual power................................................................................................................................ 83
Power Regulator for ProLiant ........................................................................................................... 84
Virtual media ................................................................................................................................ 86
Virtual indicators ........................................................................................................................... 95
ProLiant BL p-Class Advanced management ................................................................................................ 95
Rack View .................................................................................................................................... 97
iLO control of ProLiant BL p-Class server LEDs ..................................................................................102
ProLiant BL p-Class alert forwarding ............................................................................................... 103
Directory services...................................................................................................................... 104
Overview of directory integration ............................................................................................................ 104
Benefits of directory integration............................................................................................................... 104
Advantages and disadvantages of schema-free directories and HP schema directory ..................................... 105
Setup for Schema-free directory integration............................................................................................... 107
Active Directory preparation ......................................................................................................... 108
Schema-free browser-based setup.................................................................................................. 109
Schema-free scripted setup............................................................................................................ 109
Schema-free HPLOMIG-based setup ............................................................................................... 110
Schema-free setup options ............................................................................................................ 110
Schema-free nested groups ........................................................................................................... 111
Setting up HP schema directory integration............................................................................................... 111
Features supported by HP schema directory integration .................................................................... 111
Setting up directory services.......................................................................................................... 112
Schema documentation ................................................................................................................ 113
Directory services support............................................................................................................. 113
Schema required software ............................................................................................................ 113
Schema installer .......................................................................................................................... 113
Management snap-in installer........................................................................................................ 116
Directory services for Active Directory ............................................................................................ 116
Directory services for eDirectory .................................................................................................... 125
User login using directory services................................................................................................. 133
Directory-enabled remote management ....................................................................................... 134
Introduction to directory-enabled remote management................................................................................ 134
Creating roles to follow organizational structure........................................................................................ 134
Using existing groups................................................................................................................... 135
Using multiple roles...................................................................................................................... 135
How directory login restrictions are enforced ............................................................................................ 136
Restricting roles........................................................................................................................... 136
User restrictions........................................................................................................................... 137
Creating multiple restrictions and roles ........................................................................................... 139
Using bulk import tools........................................................................................................................... 140
Certificate services.................................................................................................................... 141
Introduction to certificate services ............................................................................................................ 141
Installing certificate services.................................................................................................................... 141
Verifying directory services..................................................................................................................... 141
Configuring Automatic Certificate Request................................................................................................ 142
Lights-Out directories migration utilities........................................................................................ 143

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Introduction to Lights-Out migration utilities ............................................................................................... 143
Compatibility........................................................................................................................................ 143
Pre-migration checklist............................................................................................................................ 144
HP Lights-Out directory package.............................................................................................................. 144
HPQLOMIG operation ........................................................................................................................... 145
Finding management processors.................................................................................................... 145
Upgrading firmware on management processors............................................................................. 147
Selecting a directory access method .............................................................................................. 148
Naming management processors .................................................................................................. 149
Configuring directories when HP Extended schema is selected .......................................................... 150
Configuring directories when schema-free integration is selected ....................................................... 151
Setting up management processors for directories............................................................................ 152
HPQLOMGC operation.......................................................................................................................... 153
Launching HPQLOMGC using application launch............................................................................ 154
HP Systems Insight Manager integration...................................................................................... 156
Integrating iLO with Systems Insight Manager ........................................................................................... 156
Systems Insight Manager functional overview............................................................................................ 157
Systems Insight Manager identification and association.............................................................................. 157
Systems Insight Manager status ..................................................................................................... 157
Systems Insight Manager links....................................................................................................... 158
Systems Insight Manager systems lists............................................................................................. 158
Receiving SNMP alerts in Systems Insight Manager ................................................................................... 159
Systems Insight Manager port matching ................................................................................................... 159
Reviewing Advanced Pack license information in Systems Insight Manager................................................... 160
Troubleshooting iLO .................................................................................................................. 161
Minimum requirements........................................................................................................................... 161
iLO POST LED indicators ........................................................................................................................ 161
Event log entries.................................................................................................................................... 163
Hardware and software link-related issues................................................................................................ 166
Hardware................................................................................................................................... 166
Software .................................................................................................................................... 166
Login issues .......................................................................................................................................... 166
Login name and password not accepted......................................................................................... 167
Directory user premature logout..................................................................................................... 167
iLO Management Port not accessible by name ................................................................................ 167
iLO RBSU unavailable after iLO and server reset.............................................................................. 168
Inability to access the login page................................................................................................... 168
Inability to access iLO using Telnet................................................................................................. 168
Inability to access virtual media or graphical remote console ............................................................ 168
Inability to connect to iLO after changing network settings ................................................................ 168
Inability to connect to the iLO Diagnostic Port.................................................................................. 168
Inability to connect to the iLO processor through the NIC.................................................................. 169
Inability to log in to iLO after installing the iLO certificate.................................................................. 169
Firewall issues............................................................................................................................. 170
Two-factor authentication login failure ............................................................................................ 170
Proxy server issues....................................................................................................................... 171
Troubleshooting alert and trap problems .................................................................................................. 171
Inability to receive Insight Manager 7 or Systems Insight Manager alarms (SNMP traps) from iLO ......... 171
iLO Security Override switch......................................................................................................... 171
Authentication code error message ................................................................................................ 172
Troubleshooting directory problems ......................................................................................................... 172
I can not log in using domain/name format but I can using the full distinguished name......................... 172

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ActiveX controls are enabled and I see a prompt but the domain/name login format does not work....... 172
User contexts do not appear to work.............................................................................................. 173
Troubleshooting mouse problems............................................................................................................. 173
Local USB mouse and Linux .......................................................................................................... 173
Mouse issue using SuSE Linux ....................................................................................................... 174
Remote Console mouse control issue ..............................................................................................174
Emulating a PS/2 keyboard in a headless server environment........................................................... 174
Troubleshooting Remote Console problems ............................................................................................... 174
Linux Remote Console .................................................................................................................. 175
Remote Console applet has a red X when running Linux client browser............................................... 175
Inability to navigate the single cursor of the Remote Console to corners of the Remote Console window.. 175
Remote Console no longer opens on the existing browser session ...................................................... 175
Remote console text window not updating properly.......................................................................... 176
Remote Console turns gray or black............................................................................................... 176
Troubleshooting SSH and Telnet problems ................................................................................................ 176
Initial PuTTY input slow................................................................................................................. 176
PuTTY client unresponsive with Shared Network Port ........................................................................ 176
SSH text support from a Remote Conosle session ............................................................................. 177
Troubleshooting terminal services problems............................................................................................... 177
Terminal Services button is not working .......................................................................................... 177
Terminal Services proxy stops responding....................................................................................... 177
Troubleshooting video and monitor problems............................................................................................ 177
General guidelines ...................................................................................................................... 177
Telnet displays incorrectly in DOS® ............................................................................................... 177
Video applications not displaying in the Remote Console.................................................................. 178
Troubleshooting Virtual Media problems .................................................................................................. 178
Virtual drive listing....................................................................................................................... 178
Virtual Media applet has a red X and will not display ...................................................................... 178
Virtual Floppy media applet is unresponsive.................................................................................... 178
Troubleshooting miscellaneous problems .................................................................................................. 178
Cookie sharing between browser instances and iLO ........................................................................ 178
How do I access legacy BL p-Class pages? ..................................................................................... 180
ProLiant Power Regulator option deactivated................................................................................... 180
Inability to get SNMP information from Systems Insight Manager....................................................... 181
Incorrect time or date of the entries in the event log..........................................................................181
Inability to upgrade iLO firmware .................................................................................................. 181
Enclosure bay static IP changes do not take effect............................................................................ 183
iLO does not respond to SSL requests ............................................................................................. 184
Testing SSL ................................................................................................................................. 184
Resetting iLO............................................................................................................................... 184
Rack view does not display components......................................................................................... 185
Server name still present after ERASE utility is executed .................................................................... 185
Troubleshooting a remote host....................................................................................................... 185
Directory services schema.......................................................................................................... 186
HP Management Core LDAP OID classes and attributes..............................................................................186
Core classes ............................................................................................................................... 186
Core attributes ............................................................................................................................ 186
Core class definitions................................................................................................................... 186
Core attribute definitions .............................................................................................................. 187
Lights-Out Management specific LDAP OID classes and attributes ................................................................ 190
Lights-Out Management classes..................................................................................................... 190
Lights-Out Management attributes .................................................................................................. 190
Lights-Out Management class definitions.........................................................................................190

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Lights-Out Management attribute definitions .................................................................................... 191
Technical support...................................................................................................................... 193
HP contact information........................................................................................................................... 193
Before you contact HP............................................................................................................................ 193
Acronyms and abbreviations...................................................................................................... 194
Index....................................................................................................................................... 200

Operational overview 9
Operational overview
In this section
Guide overview ....................................................................................................................................... 9
New in this release of iLO......................................................................................................................... 9
iLO overview ......................................................................................................................................... 10
iLO browser interface overview................................................................................................................ 11
Guide overview
The HP iLO management processor provides multiple ways to configure, update, operate, and manage
servers remotely. The HP Integrated Lights-Out User Guide describes each feature and how to use the
feature with the web-based interface and ROM-Based Setup Utility. The HP Integrated Lights-Out
Management Processor Scripting and Command Line Resource Guide describes the syntax and tools
available to use iLO through a command line or scripted interface.
New in this release of iLO
Version 1.91 added support for:
•Virtual DVD virtual media ("iLO Virtual CD/DVD-ROM" on page 90)
•Kernel debugger ("Using a remote Windows Kernel Debugger" on page 80)
•Remote Console Computer Lock (on page 56)
•Schema-free nested groups (on page 111)
•Improved license options ("Enabling advanced iLO functionality" on page 20)
•Support for Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 and Microsoft® Vista™
Version 1.80 added support for:
•Schema-free directories ("Setup for Schema-free directory integration" on page 107)
•Two-factor authentication ("Two-Factor Authentication Settings" on page 33)
•Power regulator reporting ("Power Regulator for ProLiant" on page 84)
•SSH key authorization ("SSH Key Administration" on page 32)
•Virtual USB key drive ("iLO Virtual Floppy/USB Key" on page 87)
•Shared network port virtual LAN ("Shared Network Port VLAN" on page 43)
•Remote Console Acquire ("Acquiring the Remote Console" on page 78)
iLO 1.80 no longer supports:
•Netscape browser on Linux clients
•Shipping of Softpaq of binary image (The binary image has been replaced by online flash
components.)

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iLO overview
Three versions of iLO are available:
•iLO Standard enables essential remote control and management capabilities as standard features on
next-generation ProLiant ML/DL servers. With iLO Standard, you can perform basic system
administration tasks remotely. You can also access system management information at any time.
These remote control capabilities reduce the need for onsite support.
•iLO Advanced provides comprehensive Lights-Out remote management capabilities for ProLiant
servers. iLO Advanced gives you the freedom to enable full remote control of your ProLiant servers.
You can perform the same tasks remotely that you can at the terminal, regardless of server or
operating system conditions. iLO Advanced is also suitable for routine administration, giving you a
single tool for any situation. Further, iLO Advanced features comprehensive data encryption,
enterprise-class user authentication and the ability to isolate iLO traffic on separate networks.
•iLO Select is an optional Lights-Out upgrade for ProLiant BL servers. iLO Select also provides a cost-
effective upgrade to advanced Lights-Out functionality on ProLiant 300 and 500 Series servers that
are managed using iLO Standard, text-based remote consoles, typically found in Linux environments.
For information about the features available in each version of iLO, see "Licensing (on page 21)."
Typical usage
iLO remotely performs most functions that otherwise require a visit to servers in the data center, computer
room, or in a remote location. The following are a few examples of how you can use iLO features:
•iLO Remote Console and virtual power enables you to view a stalled remote server with blue-screen
conditions and restart the server without onsite assistance.
•iLO Remote Console enables you to change BIOS settings when necessary.
•iLO technology provides a high-performance remote console that enables you to remotely administer
operating systems and applications in everyday situations.
•iLO virtual CD/DVD-ROM or floppy drive enables you to install an operating system or flash system
firmware over the network from images on your workstations or on centralized web servers.
•iLO scripting enables you to use virtual power and virtual media in other scripting tools to automate
deployment and provisioning.
These examples illustrate how iLO is used to manage HP ProLiant servers from your office, home, or travel
location. As you begin using iLO and defining your specific infrastructure requirements, refer to this guide
for additional ways to simplify your remote server management needs.
The common usage model for iLO is a client PC running a supported browser using DHCP and DNS
protocols connected to one or more iLO devices.
Another way to access iLO functionality is through the scripting interface. The scripts are text files written
in XML called RIBCL. You can use RIBCL scripts to configure iLO on the network, during initial deployment,
or from a previously deployed host. RIBCL also supports operations such as power on control.
Additionally, iLO functionality that can be accessed from the SMASH CLP is a low bandwidth interface
that provides functionality similar to the web interface. The CLP is designed for users who prefer a non-
graphical interface over a telnet or SSH connection.
iLO supports various interfaces for configuration and operation. This guide details the following interfaces:

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•iLO RBSU (on page 14)
•A browser-based web interface ("iLO browser interface overview" on page 11)
See the HP Integrated Lights-Out Management Processor Scripting and Command Line Resource Guide for
information about using the following interfaces:
•CPQLOCFG is a Microsoft® Windows® utility that sends RIBCL scripts to iLO over the network.
•CPQLODOS is a DOS deployment utility (part of the HP SmartStart Scripting Toolkit) that runs on the
host during SmartStart or RDP deployment.
•Perl is a scripting language that can be used from Linux clients to send RIBCL scripts to iLO over the
network.
•HPONCFG is a utility that runs on the host and passes RIBCL scripts to the local iLO. There are
Windows® and Linux versions of this utility, which require the HP iLO Management Interface Driver.
•The SMASH CLP is accessible through the following access methods: telnet, SSH, virtual serial port,
or physical serial port.
Remote Console (on page 71), Virtual Media (on page 86), the Terminal Services Pass-Through option
(on page 36), and Directory services (on page 104) are advanced features. See "Licensing (on page
21)" for more information.
HP ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack Integration
HP ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack integrates with iLO to allow the management of remote
servers and the performance of remote console operations regardless of the state of the operating system
or hardware.
The Deployment Server provides the ability to use the power management features of iLO to power on,
power off, or cycle power on the target server. Each time a server connects to the Deployment Server, the
Deployment Server polls the target server to see if a LOM management device is installed. If installed, the
server gathers information including the DNS name, IP address, and first user name. Security is
maintained by requiring the user to enter the correct password for that user name.
For more information about the ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack, refer to the documentation that
ships on the ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack CD or the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/servers/rdp).
iLO browser interface overview
The iLO browser interface groups similar tasks for easy navigation and work flow. These tasks are
grouped into high-level tabs across the top of the iLO interface. These tabs are always visible (for easy
access) and include System Status, Remote Console, Virtual Media, Power Management, and
Administration.
Each high-level iLO tab has a menu on the left side of the interface with various options. This menu
changes every time you select a different high-level tab and reflects the options available within each
high-level tab. Each menu option displays a page title, which is a description of the information or settings
available on that page and might not reflect the name displayed on the menu option.
Assistance for all iLO pages is available through iLO Help. Links on each help page provide summary
information about the features of iLO and helpful information to optimize its operation. To access page-
specific help, click ?on the right side of the browser window.

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Typical user tasks access the System Status, Remote Console, Virtual Media, and Power Management tabs
of the iLO interface. These tasks are discussed in the "Using iLO (on page 66)" section of this user guide.
The Administration tab is typically used by an advanced or administrative user who must manage users,
configure global and network settings, and configure or enable the more advanced functions of iLO.
These tasks are discussed in the sections "Configuring iLO (on page 14)" and "iLO security (on page 53)"
of this guide.
Specific subject areas of iLO functionality and integration are discussed in:
•Directory services (on page 104)
•Directory-enabled remote management (on page 134)
•Certificate services (on page 141)
•Lights-Out directories migration utilities (on page 143)
•HP Systems Insight Manager integration (on page 156)
•Troubleshooting iLO
•Directory services schema (on page 186)
Supported server operating system software
iLO is an independent microprocessor running an embedded operating system. The architecture ensures
that the majority of iLO functionality is available, regardless of the host operating system.
Graceful host-operating-system shutdown and Systems Insight Manager integration require health drivers
and Management Agents or remote console access.
iLO provides two interface drivers:
•iLO Advanced Server Management Controller Driver (health driver)—This driver provides system
management support, including monitoring of server components, event logging, and support for the
Management Agents.
•iLO Management Interface Driver—This driver enables system software and SNMP Insight Agents to
communicate with iLO.
These drivers and agents are available for the following network operating systems:
•Microsoft®
oWindows® 2000 Server
oWindows® 2000 Advanced Server
oWindows Server™ 2003
oWindows Server™ 2003, Web Edition
oWindows Server™ 2003, Enterprise Edition (EM64T)
oWindows Small Business Server™ 2003
•Red Hat
oRed Hat Enterprise Linux 4
oRed Hat Enterprise Linux 5
•SUSE
oSUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 9 (x86 and AMD64/EM64T)

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oSUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 10 (x86 and AMD64/EM64T)
•Novell
oNetWare 6.5
Supported browsers and client operating systems
The following browsers and operating systems are supported:
•Microsoft® Internet Explorer 6 with Service Pack 1 or later
oThis browser is supported on Microsoft® Windows® products.
oIf you are using single-cursor mode in Remote Console or virtual media, Java™ JVM is required.
HP supports Java™ 1.4.2. To download the recommended JVM for your system configuration,
refer to the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/manage/jvm).
•Microsoft® Internet Explorer 7
oThis browser is supported on Microsoft® Windows® products.
oIf you are using single-cursor mode in Remote Console or virtual media, Java™ JVM is required.
HP supports Java™ 1.4.2. To download the recommended JVM for your system configuration,
refer to the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/manage/jvm).
•Firefox 2.0
oThis browser is supported on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 3 Workstation and Novell Linux Desktop
9.
oIf you are using Remote Console or virtual media, Java™ 1.4.2 is required. To download the
recommended JVM for your system configuration, refer to the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/servers/manage/jvm).
•Mozilla 1.7.3
oThis browser is supported on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 3 Workstation and Novell Linux Desktop
9.
oIf you are using Remote Console or virtual media, Java™ 1.4.2 is required. To download the
recommended JVM for your system configuration, refer to the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/servers/manage/jvm).
Certain browsers and operating system combinations might not work correctly, depending on their
implementations of the required browser technologies.
Linux browser configuration
The font configuration of the desktop and browser can affect the placement of tab menus within the iLO
user interface. A fixed font of 12 points is required for proper placement.
To change the font size in Mozilla, open the Preferences menu and set minimum font size to 12 on the
Appearance, Fonts screen.

Configuring iLO 14
Configuring iLO
In this section
iLO configuration options ........................................................................................................................ 14
Network connection overview.................................................................................................................. 16
Installing iLO device drivers..................................................................................................................... 18
Enabling advanced iLO functionality......................................................................................................... 20
Administration ....................................................................................................................................... 22
Hot-plug keyboard.................................................................................................................................. 34
Terminal Services pass-through option....................................................................................................... 36
iLO Shared Network Port ........................................................................................................................ 40
Shared Network Port VLAN..................................................................................................................... 43
ProLiant BL p-Class configuration.............................................................................................................. 45
iLO configuration options
iLO comes preconfigured with default factory settings, including a default user account and password. If
iLO is connected to a network running DNS or DHCP, you can use it immediately without changing any
settings. For greater security and reliability, you can connect iLO to a separate dedicated management
network.
Some advanced features require the operating system ("Supported server operating system software" on
page 12) drivers be installed.
iLO offers several configuration options:
•iLO RBSU (on page 14)
•Browser-based setup (on page 15)
•Remote scripted setup using CPQLOCFG
•Local scripted deployment using CPQLODOS
•Local on-line scripted setup using HPONCFG
iLO RBSU
HP recommends iLO RBSU to initially set up iLO and configure iLO network parameters for environments
that do not use DHCP and DNS or WINS. RBSU provides the basic tools to configure iLO network settings
and user accounts to get iLO on the network.
iLO RBSU is designed to assist you with setting up iLO on a network. iLO RBSU is not intended for
continued administration. RBSU is available every time the server is booted and can be run remotely using
the iLO Remote Console. You can use RBSU to configure network parameters, directory settings, global
settings, and user accounts.
iLO RBSU can be disabled in the Global Settings preferences. Disabling iLO RBSU prevents
reconfiguration from the host unless the iLO Security Override Switch is set.

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To run iLO RBSU:
1. Restart or power up the server.
2. Press the F8 key when prompted during POST. The iLO RBSU runs.
3. If prompted, enter a valid iLO user ID and password with the appropriate iLO privileges (Administer
User Accounts>Configure iLO Settings). Default account information is located on the iLO Default
Network Settings tag attached to the server containing the iLO management processor. If iLO has not
been configured to present a login challenge to the RBSU, no prompt will appear.
4. Make and save any necessary changes to the iLO configuration.
5. Exit iLO RBSU.
HP recommends using DNS or DHCP with iLO to simplify installation. If DNS/DHCP cannot be used, use
the following procedure to disable DNS and DHCP and configure the IP address and the subnet mask:
1. Restart or power up the server.
2. Press the F8 key when prompted during POST. The iLO RBSU runs.
3. Enter a valid iLO user ID and password with the appropriate iLO privileges (Administer User
Accounts>Configure iLO Settings). Default account information is located on the iLO Default Network
Settings tag.
4. Select Network>DNS/DHCP, press the Enter key, and then select DHCP Enable. Press the spacebar to
turn off DHCP. Be sure that DHCP Enable is set to Off, and save the changes.
5. Select Network>NIC>TCP/IP, press the Enter key, and enter the appropriate information in the IP
Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway IP Address fields.
6. Save the changes.
7. Exit iLO RBSU. The changes take effect when you exit iLO RBSU.
Browser-based setup
Use the browser-based setup method if you can connect to iLO on the network using a browser. You can
also use this method to reconfigure a previously configured iLO.
1. Access iLO from a remote network client using a supported Web browser, and provide the default
DNS name, user name, and password. Default DNS name and account information is located on the
iLO Network Settings tag attached to the server containing the iLO management processor.
When you successfully log onto iLO, you can change the default values of the network, user, and
SNMP alerting settings through the Web browser interface.
2. Enter the activation key to enable iLO Advanced features.
If the iLO Advanced features are licensed, you can deploy your operating system using the Virtual
Floppy Drive and install operating system drivers and Insight Manager agents on the remote host
server using the graphical Remote Console.
For ProLiant BL p-Class servers, iLO Advanced functionality is already enabled and cannot be
disabled.
Integration with RILOE II accessory boards
RILOE II is supported as an option in servers with iLO. Previous generations of the Remote Insight boards,
such as the Remote Insight board/PCI and the original RILOE, are not supported in servers with iLO.

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iLO firmware detects the presence of RILOE II and automatically disables iLO functionality. Additionally, if
iLO firmware detects the presence of the original RILOE, and iLO displays an invalid configuration
message.
To re-enable iLO functionality after a RILOE II is removed, use the Security Override Switch and iLO RBSU
(on page 14). Select Settings>Enabled for the Enable Lights-Out functionality setting.
Network connection overview
There are three general network connection scenarios. iLO can be connected on:
•A corporate network with both ports connected to the corporate network. In this configuration, the
server has two network ports (one server NIC, and one iLO NIC) connected to a corporate network.
This connection enables access to iLO from anywhere on the network. On a corporate network,
however, network traffic can hinder iLO performance.
A corporate network configuration reduces the amount of networking hardware and infrastructure
required to support iLO because iLO uses existing DNS and DHCP servers and routers.
•A dedicated management network with the iLO port on a separate network. A separate network
improves performance and security, and provides redundant access to the server when a hardware
failure occurs on the corporate network. In this configuration, iLO cannot be accessed directly from
the corporate network.
A separate network increases the security of the management network because you can physically
control which workstations are connected to the network.
•An iLO Shared Network Port using the server's NIC instead of the dedicated iLO management NIC
for server management. This configuration simplifies the network and reduces total network cost.
Fewer cables, hubs, and switches are needed because both regular and iLO network traffic comes
through the system NIC.
The main disadvantage of using the iLO Shared Network Port for iLO server management is the lack
of speed compared to the dedicated iLO management NIC. As a result, not all iLO management
features are available through the iLO Shared Network Port configuration.
Connect to the network
Typically iLO is connected to the network in one of two ways. iLO can be connected through a:

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•Corporate network where both ports are connected to the corporate network. In this configuration,
the server has two network ports (one server NIC, and one iLO NIC) connected to a corporate
network.
•Dedicated management network where the iLO port is on a separate network.
Configure the IP address
This step is necessary only if you are using a static IP address. When using dynamic IP addressing, your
DHCP server will automatically assign an IP address for iLO. HP recommends using DNS or DHCP with
iLO to simplify installation
To configure a static IP address, use the iLO RBSU with the following procedure to disable DNS and
DHCP and configure the IP address and the subnet mask:
1. Restart or power up the server.
2. Press the F8 key when prompted during POST. The iLO RBSU runs.
3. Select Network>DNS/DHCP, press the Enter key, and then select DHCP Enable. Press the spacebar to
turn off DHCP. Be sure that DHCP Enable is set to Off, and save the changes.

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4. Select Network>NIC>TCP/IP, press the Enter key, and enter the appropriate information in the IP
Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway IP Address fields.
5. Save the changes.
6. Exit iLO RBSU. The changes take effect when you exit iLO RBSU.
Installing iLO device drivers
The SmartStart Firmware Maintenance CD contains all of the necessary support for your server, or you
can download all the necessary iLO support drivers from the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/servers/lights-out).
To download the drivers:
1. Click the iLO graphic.
2. Select Software and Drivers.
The iLO Management Interface Driver allows system software like SNMP Insight Agents and the Terminal
Services Pass-Through service to communicate with iLO.
Microsoft Windows NT, Windows 2000, and Windows Server
2003 Driver Support
The device drivers that support the iLO are part of the PSP that is located on the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/support) or on the SmartStart CD. Before you install the Windows® drivers, obtain
the Windows® documentation and the latest Windows® Service Pack.
iLO pre-requisite files for Microsoft®
The CPQCIDRV.SYS file provides the iLO Management Interface Driver support.
The CPQASM2.SYS, SYSMGMT.SYS, SYSDOWN.SYS files provide the iLO Advanced Server
Management Controller Driver support.
Installing or updating the iLO drivers for Microsoft®
The PSP for Microsoft® Windows® products includes an installer that analyzes system requirements and
installs all drivers.
The PSP is available on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support) or on the SmartStart CD.
NOTE: If you are updating the iLO drivers, be sure that the iLO is running the latest version of
the iLO firmware. The latest version can be obtained as a Smart Component from the HP
website (http://www.hp.com/servers/lights-out).
To install the drivers in the PSP, download the PSP from the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support),
run the SETUP.EXE file included in the download, and follow the installation instructions. For additional
information about the PSP installation, read the text file included in the PSP download.

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Novell NetWare Server Driver Support
The device drivers required to support iLO are part of the PSP that is located on the SmartStart CD and the
HP website (http://www.hp.com/support).
iLO pre-requisite files for NetWare
The CPQHLTH.NLM file provides the Health Driver for NetWare.
The CPQCI.NLM file provides the iLO Management Interface Driver support.
Installing or updating iLO drivers for NetWare
The PSP for Novell NetWare includes an installer that analyzes system requirements and installs all
drivers. The PSP is available on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support) and on the SmartStart CD.
When updating iLO drivers, be sure iLO is running the latest version of the iLO firmware. The latest
version can be obtained as a Smart Component from the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/lights-
out).
To install the drivers, download the PSP from the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support) to a NetWare
server. After the PSP has been downloaded, follow the NetWare component installation instructions to
complete the installation. For additional information about the PSP installation, read the text file included
in the PSP download.
When using NetWare 6.X, a RAGE-XL video driver is provided by the operating system and should be
used for best results.
Red Hat Linux and SuSE Linux server driver support
The device drivers required to support iLO for Red Hat Linux and SuSE Linux are located on the SmartStart
CD, Management CD, or on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support).
iLO pre-requisite files for Red Hat and SuSE Linux files
You can download the PSP files containing the iLO driver, the foundation agents, and health agents from
the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support). The instructions on how to install or update the iLO driver
are available on the website. The HP Management Agents for Linux are:
•ASM package (hpasm) which combines the health driver, IML viewer, foundation agents, health
agent, and standard equipment agent into one package.
•RSM package (hprsm) which combines the RIB driver, rack daemon, RIB agent, and rack agent into
one package.
Configuring Linux font size
To change the font size:
1. Open the KDE Control Center panel and set the fonts.
2. Start Mozilla Firefox, and configure the fonts using the Fonts—Control Center. Set the minimum font
size to 12.

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Installing or updating iLO Linux and SUSE drivers
If necessary, uninstall earlier agents. To uninstall earlier agents, execute the following:
•rpm -e cmanic
•rpm -e hprssm
•rpm -e hpasm
To load the health and iLO driver packages use the following commands :
rpm –ivh hpasm-d.vv.v-pp.Linux_version.i386.rpm
rpm –ivh hprsm-d.vv.v-pp.Linux_version.i386.rpm
where: dis the Linux distribution and version and
vv.v-pp are version numbers.
For additional information, refer to the Software and Drivers website (http://www.hp.com/support).
To remove the health and iLO drivers, use the following commands:
rpm –e hprsm
rpm –e hpasm
For additional information, refer to the Software and Drivers website (http://www.hp.com/support).
Enabling advanced iLO functionality
The Licensing page enables you to view the current license status and enter a key to activate iLO license
features. The iLO version number and current license information appear in this section. If a license is
installed, the license number appears. Evaluation licenses are also shown. To install a license, see
"Activating iLO licensed features using a browser (on page 22)" to install a license.
You must use a license key to activate certain iLO features. Optional licenses activate features that are not
bundled with an unlicensed system.
iLO Select license enables access to the following iLO features in addition to iLO standard features:
•Directory-enabled authentication and authorization ("Directory-enabled remote management" on
page 134)
•Power regulator for ProLiant (on page 84)
•Scripted virtual media (on page 86)
•Applet virtual media (on page 86) (including Virtual Floppy and Virtual CD)
•Two-factor authentication ("Two-Factor Authentication Settings" on page 33)
In addition to iLO Standard and Select features, the iLO Advanced Pack enables access to the following
features in addition to iLO Standard and Select features:
•Graphical remote console (on page 71)
•Terminal Services pass-through option (on page 36)
Advanced features are enabled by licensing the optional iLO Advanced Pack. The iLO Advanced Pack
contains an activation key that you must enter to enable advanced features. Advanced features can be
evaluated using an evaluation key.