User's Manual

34 Installing and Setting Up the CMC
You can install a second CMC to run as a standby to the primary CMC. For
more information about a standby CMC, see "Understanding the Redundant
CMC Environment" on page 51.
Installing Remote Access Software on a
Management Station
You can access the CMC using the Telnet, Secure Shell (SSH), or serial
console utilities provided on your operating system or using the Web
interface.
If you want to use remote RACADM from your management station, you will
need to install it. Your system includes the Dell OpenManage System
Management Software Kit. This kit includes, but is not limited to, the
following components:
• Dell PowerEdge Installation and Server Management CD — A bootable CD
that provides the tools you need to configure your system and install your
operating system. This CD contains the latest systems management
software products, including Dell OpenManage Server Administrator
diagnostics, storage management, and remote access services.
•
Dell Systems Management Consoles CD — Contains all the latest Dell
systems management console products, including Dell OpenManage IT
Assistant. Run
Setup to install the remote RACADM utility for all
supported operating systems on your management station.
•
Dell PowerEdge Service and Diagnostic Utilities CD — Provides the tools
you need to configure your system and delivers firmware, diagnostics, and
Dell-optimized drivers for your system.
•
Dell PowerEdge Documentation CD — Helps you stay current with
documentation for systems, systems management software products,
peripherals, and RAID controllers.
For information about installing Server Administrator software, see your
Server Administrator User's Guide.