User Service Guide, Third Edition - HP Integrity cx2620 Server

Setting Up Security
For greater security and reliability, HP generally recommends that iLO MP management traffic
be on a separate dedicated management network and that only administrators be granted access
to that network. This not only improves performance by reducing traffic load across the main
network, it also acts as the first line of defense against security attacks. A separate network
enables administrators to physically control which workstations are connected to the network.
HP strongly recommends you modify the default settings during the initial logon session and
determine the security access required and what user accounts and privileges are needed.
Create local accounts or use directory services to control user access. See “Modifying User
Accounts and Default Password” (page 93).
Security Access Settings
Determine the security access required and what user accounts and privileges are needed.
The iLO MP provides options to control user access. To prevent unauthorized access to the iLO
MP, select one of the following options:
• Change the default user name and password. See “Modifying User Accounts and Default
Password” (page 93)).
• Create local accounts. You can store up to 19 user names and passwords to manage iLO MP
access. This is ideal for small environments such as labs and small-to-medium sized
businesses.
• Use directory services. Use the corporate directory to manage iLO MP user access. This is
ideal for environments with a large number of frequently changing users. If you plan to use
directory services, HP recommends leaving at least one local account enabled as an alternate
method of access.
NOTE: For information on how to create local accounts and use directory services, see the HP
Integrity and HP 9000 iLO Operations Guide.
Accessing the Host Console
There are several ways to access the host console of an HP Integrity server:
• “Accessing the Host Console With the TUI - CO Command” (page 94)
• “Interacting With the iLO MP Using the Web GUI” (page 94)
• “Accessing the Graphic Console Using VGA ” (page 96)
Accessing the Host Console With the TUI - CO Command
To access the host console through the iLO MP using the text user interface (TUI), follow these
steps:
1. Log in using your user account name and password at the login page.
2. At the iLO MP login prompt ( MP>), enter the CO command to switch the console terminal
from the MP Main Menu to mirrored/redirected console mode. All mirrored data is displayed.
3. To return to the iLO MP command interface, press Ctrl-B, or Esc and +.
Interacting With the iLO MP Using the Web GUI
Web browser access is an embedded feature of the iLO MP.
The iLO MP has a separate LAN port from the system LAN port. It requires a separate LAN
drop, IP address, and networking information from that of the port used by the operating system.
94 Installing the System