Users Guide
Table 5. Ports iDRAC uses as client (continued)
Port
number
Type Function Configurable
port
Maximum Encryption Level
NOTE: When node initiated discovery or Group Manager is enabled, iDRAC uses mDNS to communicate through port
5353. However, when both are disabled, port 5353 is blocked by iDRAC's internal firewall and appears as open|filtered port
in the port scans.
514 UDP Remote syslog Yes None
Other documents you may need
Some of the iDRAC interfaces have the integrated Online Help document that can be accessed by clicking on the help (?) icon.
The Online Help provides detailed information about the fields available on the web interface and the descriptions for the same.
In addition, following documents are available on the Dell Support website at dell.com/support that provide additional
information about the setup and operation of iDRAC in your system.
● The iDRAC Redfish API Guide provides information about Redfish API.
● The iDRAC RACADM CLI Guide provides information about the RACADM sub-commands, supported interfaces, and iDRAC
property database groups and object definitions.
● The Systems Management Overview Guide provides brief information about the various software available to perform
systems management tasks.
● The Dell Remote Access Configuration Tool User’s Guide provides information on how to use the tool to discover iDRAC IP
addresses in your network and perform one-to-many firmware updates and active directory configurations for the
discovered IP addresses.
● The Dell Systems Software Support Matrix provides information about the various Dell systems, the operating systems
supported by these systems, and the Dell OpenManage components that can be installed on these systems.
● The iDRAC Service Module User's Guide provides information to install the iDRAC Service Module.
● The Dell OpenManage Server Administrator Installation Guide contains instructions to help you install Dell OpenManage
Server Administrator.
● The Dell OpenManage Management Station Software Installation Guide contains instructions to help you install Dell
OpenManage management station software that includes Baseboard Management Utility, DRAC Tools, and Active Directory
Snap-In.
● The Dell OpenManage Baseboard Management Controller Management Utilities User’s Guide has information about the IPMI
interface.
● The Release Notes provides last-minute updates to the system or documentation or advanced technical reference material
intended for experienced users or technicians.
The following system documents are available to provide more information:
● The safety instructions that came with your system provide important safety and regulatory information. For additional
regulatory information, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Warranty
information may be included within this document or as a separate document.
● The Rack Installation Instructions included with your rack solution describe how to install your system into a rack.
● The Getting Started Guide provides an overview of system features, setting up your system, and technical specifications.
● The Installation and Service Manual provides information about system features and describes how to troubleshoot the
system and install or replace system components.
Contacting Dell
NOTE:
If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing
slip, bill, or Dell product catalog.
Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. Availability varies by country and product, and
some services may not be available in your area. To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues, visit
https://www.dell.com/contactdell.
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