Installation Guide, Third Edition - HP Integrity rx2620 (August 2006)

Console Connection and Setup
Preparation
Chapter 6
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Preparation
There are several tasks to perform before you can configure the iLO MP LAN.
• Determine the physical access method to select and connect cables.
• Determine the iLO MP LAN configuration method and assign an IP address if necessary.
Determining the Physical iLO MP Access Method
Before you can access the iLO MP, you must first determine the correct physical connection method. 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. See your server installation guide
for rear panel console connection port identification and cable connection information.
Table 6-2 lists the appropriate connection method, required connection components, and connectors to the
host console. Use Table 6-2 to determine your physical connection method.
Table 6-2 Console Connection Matrix
Operating
System
Console
Connection
Method
Required Connection Components
HP-UX Local RS-232 serial
port
Remote/modem
port
1. M-cable: DB25 connector on one end, and three DB-9F connectors
on the other end:
•Console
• Remote
•UPS
2. RS-232 DB-9F to DB-9F cable
3. Console device (for example, a laptop or ASCII terminal)
LAN port 10/100 LAN cable
Linux Local RS-232 serial
port
Remote/modem
port
1. M-cable: DB25 connector on one end, and three DB-9F connectors
on the other end:
•Console
• Remote
•UPS
2. RS-232 DB-9F to DB-9F cable
3. Console device (for example, a laptop or ASCII terminal)
LAN port 10/100 LAN cable