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The CMC Web interface is the quickest way to configure the CMC (see

"Using the CMC Web Interface" on page 87

). However, if you prefer CLI or

script configuration or need to configure multiple CMCs, use RACADM,

which is installed with the CMC agents on the management station.

Configuring CMC Network Properties

Setting Up Initial Access to the CMC

Before you can begin configuring the CMC, you must first configure the

CMC network settings to allow the CMC to be managed remotely. This

initial configuration assigns the TCP/IP networking parameters that enable

access to the CMC.

This section explains how to perform the initial CMC network configuration

using RACADM commands. All of the configuration described in this section

can be performed using the front panel LCD. See "Configuring Networking

Using the LCD Configuration Wizard" on page 36.

CAUTION: Changing settings on the CMC Network Settings screen may

disconnect your current network connection.

For more information about network subcommands, see the RACADM

Subcommands and Property Database Group and Object Definitions

chapters of the Dell Chassis Management Controller Firmware Version 2.0

Administrator Reference Guide.

NOTE: You must have Chassis Configuration Administrator privilege to set up CMC

network settings.

By default, the CMC requests and obtains a CMC IP address from the

Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server automatically.

You can disable this feature and specify static CMC IP address, gateway, and

subnet mask.

To disable DHCP and specify static CMC IP address, gateway, and subnet

mask, type:

racadm config -g cfgLanNetworking -o cfgNicUseDHCP 0

racadm config -g cfgLanNetworking -o cfgNicIpAddress