Reference Guide
Configuring the KVM Switch Module 43
Configuring and Using the Avocent Digital Access KVM
Module
The Avocent Digital Access KVM switch module allows you to manage server modules and virtual
media from a remote location.
Configuring the Avocent Digital Access KVM Module Using the DRAC/MC
1
Open a supported Web browser.
See "Supported Web Browsers" on page 13.
2
In the
Address
field, type the IP address of the DRAC/MC that is connected to the Avocent
Digital Access KVM Module, and then press <Enter>.
3
In the
Logon
box, type your user name and password, and then click
OK
.
NOTE: The default user name is root; the default password is calvin.
4
Turn on the system containing the KVM module. Ensure that the system power indicator is
green before proceeding to step 5.
5
Click the
Configuration
tab and select
Network
.
6
Use the
Network Configuration
page to configure the Avocent Digital Access KVM module’s
NIC settings. Table 2-3 describes each NIC setting.
NOTE: To ensure proper communications between the Avocent Digital Access KVM Module and the
DRAC/MC, configure your Avocent Digital Access KVM Module’s IP address in the same subnet as the
DRAC/MC.
NOTE: To change any of the settings on the Network Configuration page, you must have Configure
DRAC/MC permission.
Table 2-3. KVM NIC Settings
Setting Description
MAC Address Displays the KVM MAC address.
Use DHCP
(For NIC IP Address)
(Default: Off)
Causes Dell OpenManage™ to obtain the IP address for the Avocent Digital
Access KVM NIC from the DHCP server; deactivates the Static IP Address,
Static Subnet Mask, and Static Gateway controls.
Static IP Address Specifies or edits the Static IP address for the Avocent Digital Access KVM
module NIC. This option is not available if Use DHCP is selected.
NOTE: The Avocent Digital Access KVM module default IP address is
192.168.0.121.
Static Gateway Specifies or edits the static gateway for the Avocent Digital Access KVM NIC.
This option is not available if Use DHCP is selected.