Operating instructions
Configuring and Using the DRAC 3-1
The Dell OpenManage Remote Assistant Card (DRAC) helps you monitor your Dell
server environment by extending the server management capabilities of the
HP OpenView Network Node Manager Special Edition (NNM SE), version 1.2 or later,
with Dell OpenManage Hardware Instrumentation Package (HIP). Using the
Dell OpenManage Remote Assistant, you can remotely monitor and manage your
Dell PowerEdge server via a modem or network connection.
For complete information on using the HP OpenView NNM SE
x.x
With
Dell OpenManage HIP
x.x
, refer to the following online documents included with
the software:
The
User’s Guide
provides information on capabilities, system requirements,
installation, setup, and basic operating instructions.
The online
Dell OpenManage Tools for HP OpenView NNM SE Help
contains
detailed descriptions of the Dell OpenManage Server Console and
Dell OpenManage Remote Assistant applications and other Dell tools,
operating procedures, and information on system alerts and messages.
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After you have completed the installation of the DRAC, you will need to configure
some of the settings on the card using the Dell OpenManage Server Console. Some
of the features that require configuration include:
Configuring the modem properties — The optional PC Card modem properties
include parameters such as baud rate. PC Card modems supported by Dell can
also be configured to support specific countries.
Configuring the network properties — The integrated network interface controller
(NIC) only supports Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).
Prior to operation, the NIC must be configured with an IP address. In addition, a
subnet mask and default gateway can be entered.
Adding user names and passwords — The DRAC provides out-of-band
security by requiring a user name and password prior to establishing a remote
connection. The user names and associated passwords are entered in the
Security tab of the Dell OpenManage Server Console. Each user can have
a pager number assigned, with additional properties such as numeric or