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HP iLO 3 User Guide
AbstractThe HP iLO 3 firmware provides ways to configure,
update, and operate HP ProLiant servers remotely. This guide
describesthese features and how to use them with the iLO web
interface and iLO RBSU.
This guide discusses HP iLO for HP ProLiant servers and HP
ProLiant blade systems. For information about iLO for
Integrityservers and server blades, see the HP website at
http://www.hp.com/go/integrityiLO.
HP Part Number: 616301-004Published: October 2012Edition: 1
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Copyright 2011, 2012 Hewlett-Packard Development Company,
L.P
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The information contained herein is subject to change without
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forth in the express
warranty statements accompanying such products and services.
Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional
warranty. HP shall
not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions
contained herein.
Acknowledgements
Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, Windows XP, and Windows Vista
are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
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countries.
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affiliates.
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Contents1 Introduction to
iLO....................................................................................12
iLO web
interface...................................................................................................................12iLO
RBSU...............................................................................................................................13iLO
Mobile
application............................................................................................................13
2 Setting up
iLO..........................................................................................14Preparing
to set up
iLO............................................................................................................14Connecting
iLO to the
network.................................................................................................15Setting
up iLO by using iLO
RBSU.............................................................................................16
Configuring the network settings (static IP addresses
only).......................................................16Setting
up iLO user accounts by using iLO
RBSU.....................................................................18
Setting up iLO by using the iLO web
interface............................................................................19Logging
in to iLO for the first
time.............................................................................................19Activating
iLO licensed
features................................................................................................20Installing
the iLO
drivers...........................................................................................................20
Microsoft device driver
support............................................................................................20Linux
device driver
support..................................................................................................21VMware
device driver
support.............................................................................................21
3 Configuring
iLO.......................................................................................22Updating
iLO
firmware............................................................................................................22
Updating firmware by using an online update
method............................................................22Performing
an in-band firmware
update............................................................................22Performing
an out-of-band firmware
update.......................................................................23
Updating firmware by using an offline
method.......................................................................23Obtaining
the iLO firmware image
file..................................................................................23Updating
iLO firmware by using a
browser............................................................................24
Using language
packs............................................................................................................25Installing
a language
pack..................................................................................................25Selecting
a language
pack.................................................................................................26Configuring
the default language
settings..............................................................................27Configuring
the current language
settings..............................................................................27Removing
a language
pack.................................................................................................27
iLO
licensing..........................................................................................................................28Installing
an iLO license by using a
browser..........................................................................28
Administering
users.................................................................................................................29Viewing
local
users............................................................................................................30Viewing
directory groups
...................................................................................................30Adding
or editing local
users..............................................................................................31
IPMI/DCMI
users..........................................................................................................33Administering
directory
groups............................................................................................33Deleting
a user or a directory
group.....................................................................................35
Configuring iLO access
settings................................................................................................35Configuring
service
settings.................................................................................................35Configuring
IPMI/DCMI
settings..........................................................................................36Configuring
access
options.................................................................................................37
Logging in to iLO using SSH
clients..................................................................................38Configuring
iLO
security..........................................................................................................39
General security
guidelines.................................................................................................39Passwords....................................................................................................................39iLO
RBSU
security..........................................................................................................40
Using iLO RBSU to configure iLO RBSU access
settings..................................................41
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iLO Security Override Switch
administration......................................................................41TPM
support......................................................................................................................42User
accounts and
access...................................................................................................43
User
privileges..............................................................................................................43Login
security................................................................................................................43
Administering SSH
keys......................................................................................................43About
SSH
keys............................................................................................................43Authorizing
a new
key...................................................................................................44Deleting
keys................................................................................................................44Authorizing
keys from an HP SIM
server...........................................................................44
Administering SSL
certificates..............................................................................................44SSL
overview................................................................................................................44Certificates...................................................................................................................45Viewing
certificate
information........................................................................................45Obtaining
and importing a
certificate..............................................................................45
Configuring directory
settings..............................................................................................47Configuring
authentication and directory server
settings.....................................................48Running
directory
tests...................................................................................................50
Viewing directory test
results......................................................................................51Using
the directory test controls
.................................................................................54
Using
encryption................................................................................................................54Configuring
encryption
settings.......................................................................................55Connecting
to iLO using by AES or 3DES
encryption..........................................................56
Configuring iLO for HP SIM single
sign-on.............................................................................56Configuring
iLO for HP SIM
SSO.....................................................................................56Adding
HP SIM trusted
servers........................................................................................57Viewing
HP SIM trusted
servers.......................................................................................58Removing
HP SIM
Servers..............................................................................................59
Configuring Remote Console Security
settings........................................................................59Configuring
Integrated Remote Console Trust Settings (.NET
IRC)..............................................60Configuring the
Login Security
Banner..................................................................................61
Configuring iLO network
settings..............................................................................................62Viewing
network
settings.....................................................................................................62Configuring
general network
settings....................................................................................65
Using the iLO Shared Network
Port..................................................................................67Enabling
the iLO Shared Network Port
feature..............................................................68Re-enabling
the iLO Dedicated Network
Port................................................................69
Configuring IPv4
settings....................................................................................................70Configuring
IPv6
settings....................................................................................................71Configuring
SNTP settings
..................................................................................................73
Configuring iLO Management
settings.......................................................................................74Installing
the Insight Management
Agents..............................................................................74Configuring
SNMP alert
destinations....................................................................................75Configuring
SNMP
alerts....................................................................................................75
SNMP
traps..................................................................................................................76Configuring
Insight Management
Integration.........................................................................76
4 Using
iLO................................................................................................78Using
the iLO web
interface.....................................................................................................78
Browser
support.................................................................................................................78Logging
in to
iLO...............................................................................................................78Handling
an unknown
authority...........................................................................................79Using
the iLO
controls.........................................................................................................79
Viewing iLO overview
information.............................................................................................80Viewing
system
information.................................................................................................80
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Viewing status
information...................................................................................................81Viewing
the active iLO
sessions............................................................................................82
Viewing iLO system
information................................................................................................82Viewing
health summary
information....................................................................................82Viewing
fan
information......................................................................................................83Viewing
temperature information
.........................................................................................84Viewing
power
information.................................................................................................85Viewing
processor
information.............................................................................................87Viewing
memory
information...............................................................................................88Viewing
network
information...............................................................................................89Viewing
drive
information...................................................................................................90
Using the iLO Event
Log...........................................................................................................91Viewing
the iLO Event
Log...................................................................................................91Saving
the iLO Event
Log.....................................................................................................92Clearing
the iLO Event
Log..................................................................................................93
Using the Integrated Management
Log......................................................................................93Viewing
the
IML.................................................................................................................94Marking
a log entry as
repaired..........................................................................................96Adding
a maintenance note to the
IML.................................................................................96Saving
the
IML..................................................................................................................96Clearing
the
IML................................................................................................................96
Using iLO
diagnostics..............................................................................................................97Resetting
iLO with the web
interface.....................................................................................98
Using the Insight Management
Agents.......................................................................................98Using
the iLO Remote
Console..................................................................................................99
Remote Console
licensing...................................................................................................99Using
the Integrated Remote
Console....................................................................................99
.NET IRC
requirements.................................................................................................100Java
IRC
requirements..................................................................................................100
Recommended client
settings....................................................................................101Recommended
server
settings...................................................................................101
Starting the Remote
Console.........................................................................................102Acquiring
the Remote
Console......................................................................................102Using
the Remote Console power
switch.........................................................................103Using
iLO Virtual Media from the Remote
Console...........................................................104Using
Shared Remote Console (.NET IRC
only)................................................................104Using
Console Capture (.NET IRC
only)..........................................................................104
Viewing Server Startup and Server Prefailure
sequences..............................................105Saving
Server Startup and Server Prefailure video
files................................................105Capturing
video
files...............................................................................................106Viewing
saved video
files........................................................................................106
Creating Remote Console hot
keys.................................................................................106Creating
a hot
key..................................................................................................106Resetting
hot
keys...................................................................................................108
Troubleshooting
.........................................................................................................108Using
the text-based Remote
Console......................................................................................109
Text-based console during
POST........................................................................................109Using
the Virtual Serial
Port..........................................................................................109
Linux configuration
example.....................................................................................110Windows
EMS
Console...........................................................................................110
Text-based console after
POST...........................................................................................110Using
iLO Text
Console................................................................................................111
Customizing iLO Text
Console..................................................................................111Using
Linux with iLO Text
Console.............................................................................112
Using iLO Virtual
Media........................................................................................................112
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Virtual Media operating system
information.........................................................................113Operating
system USB
requirement................................................................................113Using
Virtual Media with Windows
7............................................................................114Operating
system considerations: virtual floppy/USB
key..................................................114
Changing
diskettes.................................................................................................114Operating
system considerations: virtual CD/DVD-ROM
..................................................114
Mounting USB Virtual Media CD/DVD-ROM on Linux
systems......................................115Operating system
considerations: Virtual Folder
.............................................................115
Using iLO Virtual Media from the iLO web
interface.............................................................115Viewing
and modifying the Virtual Media
port................................................................116Viewing
and ejecting local
media.................................................................................116Connecting
scripted
media...........................................................................................117Viewing
and ejecting scripted
media.............................................................................117
Using iLO Virtual Media from the Remote
Console................................................................117Using
a virtual floppy/USB
key.....................................................................................118
Using a physical floppy disk or USB key drive on a client
PC........................................118Using an image
file................................................................................................118Using
an image file through a URL (IIS/Apache .NET IRC
only)..................................118
Using a virtual
CD/DVD-ROM......................................................................................118Using
a physical CD/DVD-ROM drive on a client
PC...................................................118Using an
image
file................................................................................................119Using
an image file through a URL (IIS/Apache .NET IRC
only)..................................119
Creating iLO disk image files (Java IRC
only)..................................................................119Using
a Virtual Folder (.NET IRC
only)............................................................................120
Setting up IIS for scripted Virtual
Media..............................................................................120Configuring
IIS............................................................................................................120Configuring
IIS for read/write
access.............................................................................120Inserting
Virtual Media with a helper
application............................................................121Virtual
Media helper
application...................................................................................121
Configuring Virtual Media Boot
Order................................................................................122Changing
the server boot
order....................................................................................122Changing
the one-time boot
status................................................................................123Using
the additional
options.........................................................................................124
About server
power..............................................................................................................124Brownout
recovery...........................................................................................................124Graceful
shutdown...........................................................................................................124Power
efficiency...............................................................................................................124
Using iLO Power
Management...............................................................................................125Managing
the server
power..............................................................................................125Configuring
the System Power Restore
Settings.....................................................................126Viewing
server power
usage..............................................................................................126Viewing
the current power
state.........................................................................................128Viewing
the server power
history........................................................................................129Configuring
power
settings................................................................................................129
Configuring Power Regulator
settings.............................................................................129Configuring
power capping
settings..............................................................................131Configuring
an SNMP power threshold
alert...................................................................131Configuring
the persistent mouse and
keyboard..............................................................132
Using iLO with Onboard
Administrator....................................................................................132Using
the Active Onboard
Administrator.............................................................................132Enclosure
bay IP
addressing..............................................................................................133Dynamic
Power Capping for server
blades..........................................................................133iLO
virtual
fan.................................................................................................................133iLO
option.......................................................................................................................133
IPMI server
management.......................................................................................................134
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Using iLO with HP Insight Control server deployment
................................................................135
5 Integrating HP Systems Insight
Manager....................................................136HP
SIM
features....................................................................................................................136Establishing
SSO with HP
SIM................................................................................................136iLO
identification and
association...........................................................................................136
Viewing iLO status in HP
SIM.............................................................................................136iLO
links in HP
SIM..........................................................................................................137Viewing
iLO in HP SIM System(s)
lists..................................................................................137
Receiving SNMP alerts in HP
SIM...........................................................................................137HP
SIM port
matching...........................................................................................................137Reviewing
iLO license information in HP
SIM............................................................................138
6 Directory
services...................................................................................139Directory
integration
benefits..................................................................................................139Choosing
a directory configuration to use with
iLO....................................................................139Kerberos
support..................................................................................................................140
Domain controller
preparation...........................................................................................140Realm
names..............................................................................................................140Computer
accounts......................................................................................................140User
accounts.............................................................................................................140Generating
a
keytab...................................................................................................141
Key version
number................................................................................................141Windows
Vista.......................................................................................................141
Universal and global user groups (for
authorization)........................................................142Configuring
iLO for Kerberos
login.....................................................................................142
Using the iLO web
interface..........................................................................................142Using
XML configuration and control
scripts....................................................................143Using
the CLI, CLP, or SSH
interface..............................................................................143
Time
requirement.............................................................................................................143Configuring
single
sign-on................................................................................................143
Internet
Explorer..........................................................................................................143Firefox.......................................................................................................................144Chrome.....................................................................................................................144
Verifying single sign-on (HP Zero Sign In)
configuration.........................................................144Login
by
name................................................................................................................144
Schema-free directory
integration............................................................................................145Setting
up Schema-free directory
integration........................................................................145
Active Directory
prerequisites........................................................................................145Introduction
to Certificate
Services............................................................................146Installing
Certificate
Services....................................................................................146Verifying
Certificate
Services....................................................................................146Configuring
Automatic Certificate
Request.................................................................146
Schema-free setup via iLO web
interface........................................................................146Schema-free
setup via
scripts........................................................................................147Schema-free
setup with HP Directories Support for ProLiant Management
Processors.............147Schema-free setup
options............................................................................................147
Minimum Login
Flexibility........................................................................................148Better
Login
Flexibility.............................................................................................148Maximum
Login
Flexibility........................................................................................148
Schema-free nested
groups...........................................................................................148Setting
up HP Extended Schema directory
integration................................................................148
Features supported by HP schema directory
integration.........................................................149Setting
up directory
services..............................................................................................149Schema
documentation.....................................................................................................150Directory
services
support.................................................................................................150
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Schema required
software.................................................................................................150Schema
Extender........................................................................................................151
Schema
Preview.....................................................................................................151Setup....................................................................................................................151Results..................................................................................................................152
Management snap-in
installer.......................................................................................152Directory
Services for Active
Directory.................................................................................153
Active Directory installation
prerequisites........................................................................153Installing
Active
Directory.............................................................................................153
For the schema-free
configuration.............................................................................153For
HP Extended
Schema........................................................................................153
Snap-in installation and initialization for Active
Directory..................................................154Creating
and configuring directory objects for use with iLO in Active
Directory....................154Directory services
objects.............................................................................................156
Active Directory
snap-ins.........................................................................................156Active
Directory role
restrictions................................................................................157
Active Directory Lights-Out
management.........................................................................159Directory
services for
eDirectory.........................................................................................160
eDirectory installation
prerequisites................................................................................160Snap-in
installation and initialization for
eDirectory..........................................................160Example:
Creating and configuring directory objects for use with LOM devices
ineDirectory..................................................................................................................160Directory
Services objects for
eDirectory.........................................................................164
Role Managed
Devices...........................................................................................164Members...............................................................................................................164
eDirectory Role
Restrictions...........................................................................................165Time
restrictions......................................................................................................166Enforced
client IP address or DNS name
access.........................................................166
eDirectory Lights-Out
Management................................................................................166User
login via directory
services.........................................................................................167
Directory-enabled remote
management....................................................................................168Creating
roles to follow organizational
structure...................................................................168
Using existing
groups..................................................................................................168Using
multiple
roles.....................................................................................................169
How directory login restrictions are
enforced.......................................................................169Restricting
roles...........................................................................................................170
Role time
restrictions...............................................................................................170Role
address
restrictions..........................................................................................170
User
restrictions...........................................................................................................171User
address
restrictions..........................................................................................171How
user time restrictions are
enforced......................................................................171
Creating multiple restrictions and
roles...........................................................................172Using
bulk import
tools.....................................................................................................173
HP Directories Support for ProLiant Management Processors
utility...............................................173Introduction
to HP Directories Support for ProLiant Management
Processors..............................174Compatibility..................................................................................................................174HP
Directories Support for ProLiant Management Processors
package.....................................174Using HP Directories
Support for ProLiant Management
Processors.........................................175
Finding management
processors...................................................................................175Upgrading
firmware on management
processors.............................................................177Selecting
a directory access
method..............................................................................178Naming
management
processors..................................................................................179Configuring
directories when HP Extended Schema is
selected..........................................180Configuring
directories when schema-free integration is
selected........................................184Setting up
management processors for
directories............................................................185
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Troubleshooting......................................................................................187iLO
3 POST LED
indicators.....................................................................................................187Kernel
debugging.................................................................................................................187Event
log
entries...................................................................................................................188Hardware
and software link-related
issues................................................................................191Login
issues.........................................................................................................................191
Login name and password not
accepted.............................................................................192Directory
user premature
logout.........................................................................................192iLO
management port not accessible by
name.....................................................................192iLO
RBSU unavailable after iLO and the server
reset.............................................................192Unable
to access the login
page........................................................................................193Unable
to return to login page after an iLO flash or
reset......................................................193Unable
to access Virtual Media or the graphical Remote
Console..........................................193Unable to
connect to iLO after changing network
settings......................................................193Unable
to connect to the iLO processor through the
NIC.......................................................193Unable
to log in to iLO after installing the iLO
certificate.......................................................193Unable
to connect to the iLO IP
address..............................................................................194Blocked
iLO
ports.............................................................................................................194
Troubleshooting alert and trap
issues.......................................................................................194Unable
to receive HP SIM alarms (SNMP traps) from
iLO.......................................................194
Incorrect authentication
code..................................................................................................195Using
the iLO Security Override switch for emergency
access.....................................................195Troubleshooting
license
installation..........................................................................................195Troubleshooting
directory issues
.............................................................................................195
User contexts do not appear to
work..................................................................................195Directory
user does not log out after the directory timeout has
expired....................................195Problems generating a
keytab by using
ktpass.exe...............................................................196
Directory login
fails...............................................................................................................196Troubleshooting
Remote Console
issues...................................................................................196
Java IRC applet displays a red X when Firefox is used to run
Java IRC on a Linux client ............196Unable to navigate the
single cursor of the Remote Console to corners of the Remote
Consolewindow..........................................................................................................................196Remote
Console text window not updated
correctly..............................................................196Mouse
or keyboard not working in .NET IRC or Java
IRC......................................................197.NET
IRC sends characters continuously after switching windows
...........................................197Java IRC does not
display the correct floppy and USB-key
device...........................................197Caps Lock goes
out of sync between iLO and Java
IRC.........................................................198Num
Lock goes out of sync between iLO and Shared Remote
Console....................................199Keystrokes repeat
unintentionally during a remote console
session..........................................199Session leader
does not receive a connection request when .NET IRC is in replay
mode............199Keyboard LED does not work
correctly................................................................................199Inactive
.NET
IRC.............................................................................................................199.NET
IRC failed to connect to the
server..............................................................................200File
not present after copy through .NET IRC virtual drives to USB
key.....................................200
Troubleshooting SSH
issues....................................................................................................200Initial
PuTTY input
slow.....................................................................................................201PuTTY
client
unresponsive..................................................................................................201SSH
text support from a text-based Remote Console
session...................................................201
Troubleshooting video and monitor
issues................................................................................201User
interface does not display
correctly.............................................................................201
iLO Virtual Floppy media applet
unresponsive..........................................................................201Troubleshooting
text-based Remote Console
issues....................................................................201
Unable to view the Linux installer in the text-based Remote
Console........................................201Unable to pass
data through an SSH
terminal......................................................................202
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Troubleshooting miscellaneous
issues.......................................................................................202Cookie
sharing between browser instances and
iLO.............................................................202
Shared
instances.........................................................................................................202Cookie
order
behavior.................................................................................................202Displaying
the current session
cookie.............................................................................203Preventing
cookie-related user
issues..............................................................................203
Unable to get SNMP information from HP
SIM.....................................................................203Unable
to upgrade iLO
firmware........................................................................................203Recovering
from a failed iLO firmware
update......................................................................204iLO
network failed flash
recovery.......................................................................................204Testing
SSL......................................................................................................................205Resetting
iLO...................................................................................................................206Server
name still present after the System Erase Utility is
executed...........................................206Certificate
error when navigating to the iLO web
interface.....................................................206
Internet
Explorer..........................................................................................................206Firefox.......................................................................................................................207
8 Support and other
resources....................................................................208Information
to collect before you contact
HP.............................................................................208How
to contact
HP................................................................................................................208Registering
for Software Technical Support and Update
Service..................................................208
How to use Software Technical Support and Update
Service..................................................208HP
Support
Center................................................................................................................208HP
authorized
resellers..........................................................................................................209Related
information...............................................................................................................209
9 Documentation
feedback.........................................................................210A
Directory services
schema.......................................................................211
HP Management Core LDAP OID classes and
attributes.............................................................211Core
classes....................................................................................................................211Core
attributes.................................................................................................................211Core
class
definitions.......................................................................................................211
hpqTarget..................................................................................................................211hpqRole.....................................................................................................................212hpqPolicy...................................................................................................................212
Core attribute
definitions...................................................................................................212hpqPolicyDN..............................................................................................................212hpqRoleMembership....................................................................................................212hpqTargetMembership.................................................................................................213hpqRoleIPRestrictionDefault...........................................................................................213hpqRoleIPRestrictions...................................................................................................213hpqRoleTimeRestriction.................................................................................................214
Lights-Out Management specific LDAP OID classes and
attributes................................................214Lights-Out
Management
classes.........................................................................................214Lights-Out
Management
attributes......................................................................................214Lights-Out
Management class
definitions.............................................................................214
hpqLOMv100.............................................................................................................214Lights-Out
Management attribute
definitions........................................................................215
hpqLOMRightLogin......................................................................................................215hpqLOMRightRemoteConsole........................................................................................215hpqLOMRightVirtualMedia...........................................................................................215hpqLOMRightServerReset..............................................................................................215hpqLOMRightLocalUserAdmin.......................................................................................216
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hpqLOMRightConfigureSettings.....................................................................................216
Glossary..................................................................................................217Index.......................................................................................................220
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1 Introduction to iLOThe iLO software can remotely perform most
functions that otherwise require a visit to the serversat the data
center, computer room, or remote location. Examples of iLO features
include:
Access a high-performance and secure Integrated Remote Console
to the server from anywherein the world if you have a network
connection to the server.There are two versions of the Integrated
Remote Console:
.NET IRC
Java IRCGeneral references to the Remote Console apply to both
the .NET IRC and Java IRC, unlessotherwise specified.
Use the shared .NET IRC to collaborate with multiple server
administrators.
Remotely mount high-performance Virtual Media devices to the
server.
Securely and remotely control the power state of the managed
server.
Use Virtual Power and Virtual Media from the GUI, the CLI, or
the iLO scripting toolkit formany tasks, including the automation
of deployment and provisioning.
Monitor server health. iLO monitors temperatures in the server
and sends corrective signals tothe fans to maintain proper server
cooling. iLO also monitors firmware versions and the statusof fans,
memory, the network, processors, power supplies, and server hard
drives.
Use local or directory-based user accounts to log in to iLO.
Use iLO language packs to switch between English and another
supported language.
Configure Kerberos authentication, which adds the HP Zero Sign
In button to the login screen.
Monitor the power consumption and server power settings.
For more information about the iLO 3 features, see
http://www.hp.com/go/compareilo.
iLO web interfaceThe iLO web interface groups similar tasks for
easy navigation and workflow. It is organized in anavigational tree
view located on the left side of the page. The top-level branches
include theInformation, Remote Console, Virtual Media, Power
Management, Network, and Administrationbranches. If you have a
ProLiant server blade, a BL c-Class branch is included.When you are
using the iLO web interface, note the following:
Each high-level iLO branch has a submenu that you can display by
clicking the + icon to theleft of that branch. Each menu topic
displays a page title, which describes the information orsettings
available on that page. The page title might not reflect the name
that is displayed onthe menu option.
Assistance for all iLO pages is available from the iLO help
pages. To access page-specifichelp, click the question-mark icon on
the upper right side of the page.
Typical administrator tasks are available from the
Administration and Network branches ofthe iLO web interface. These
tasks are described in Setting up iLO (page 14) andConfiguring iLO
(page 22).
Typical user tasks are available from the Information, Remote
Console, Virtual Media, PowerManagement, and BL c-Class branches of
the iLO web interface. These tasks are describedin Using iLO (page
78).
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For more information about iLO functionality and integration,
see the following:
Integrating HP Systems Insight Manager (page 136)
Directory services (page 139)
Troubleshooting (page 187)
iLO RBSUYou can use the iLO ROM-based setup utility to configure
network parameters, global settings, anduser accounts. iLO RBSU is
designed for the initial iLO setup, and is not intended for
continuediLO administration. iLO RBSU is available whenever the
server is booted and can be run remotelyvia the Remote Console.
Press F8 during POST to enter iLO RBSU.You can disable iLO RBSU in
the iLO RBSU Global Settings preferences. Disabling iLO
RBSUprevents reconfiguration from the host unless the iLO Security
Override Switch is set.For more information about using iLO RBSU,
see the following:
Setting up iLO by using iLO RBSU (page 16)
iLO RBSU security (page 40)
iLO Mobile applicationThe HP iLO Mobile application provides
access to the Remote Console of your HP ProLiant serverfrom your
mobile device. The mobile app interacts directly with the iLO
processor on HP ProLiantservers, providing total control of the
server at all times as long as the server is plugged in.
Forexample, you can access the server when it is in a healthy
state, or when it is powered off with ablank hard drive. As an IT
administrator, you can troubleshoot problems and perform
softwaredeployments from almost anywhere.For more information about
the iLO mobile application, see
http://www.hp.com/go/ilo/mobileapp.
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2 Setting up iLOThe iLO default settings enable you to use most
features without additional configuration. However,the
configuration flexibility of iLO enables customization for multiple
enterprise environments. Thischapter discusses the initial iLO
setup steps. For information about additional configuration
options,see Configuring iLO (page 22).Complete the initial setup
steps:1. Decide how you want to handle networking and security. For
more information, see Preparing
to set up iLO (page 14).2. Connect iLO to the network. For more
information, see Connecting iLO to the network
(page 15).3. If you are not using dynamic IP addressing,
configure a static IP address by using iLO RBSU.
For more information, see Setting up iLO by using iLO RBSU (page
16).4. If you are using the local accounts feature, set up your
user accounts by using iLO RBSU or
the iLO web interface. For more information, see Setting up iLO
by using iLO RBSU (page 16)or Setting up iLO by using the iLO web
interface (page 19).
5. Install an iLO license. For more information, see Activating
iLO licensed features (page 20).6. If required, install the iLO
drivers. For more information, see Installing the iLO drivers
(page 20).
Preparing to set up iLOBefore setting up an iLO management
processor, you must decide how to handle networking andsecurity.
The following questions can help you configure iLO:1. How should
iLO connect to the network?
For a graphical representation and explanation of the available
connections, see ConnectingiLO to the network (page 15).Typically,
iLO is connected to the network through one of the following:
A corporate network that both the NIC and the iLO port are
connected to. This connectionenables access to iLO from anywhere on
the network and reduces the amount ofnetworking hardware and
infrastructure required to support iLO. However, on a
corporatenetwork, traffic can hinder iLO performance.
A dedicated management network with the iLO port on a separate
network. A separatenetwork improves performance and security
because you can physically control whichworkstations are connected
to the network. A separate network also provides redundantaccess to
the server when a hardware failure occurs on the corporate network.
In thisconfiguration, iLO cannot be accessed directly from the
corporate network.
2. How will iLO acquire an IP address?To access iLO after
connecting it to the network, the iLO management processor must
acquirean IP address and subnet mask by using either a dynamic or
static process:
A dynamic IP address is set by default. iLO obtains the IP
address and subnet mask fromDNS or DHCP servers. This method is the
simplest.
A static IP address is used if DNS or DHCP servers are not
available on the network. Astatic IP address can be configured via
iLO RBSU. For more information, see Configuringthe network settings
(static IP addresses only) (page 16).
IMPORTANT: If you will use a static IP address, you must have
the IP address beforestarting the iLO setup process.
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3. What access security is required and what user accounts and
privileges are needed?iLO provides several options to control user
access. You must select from the following methodsto prevent
unauthorized access to corporate IT assets:
Local accountsUp to 12 user names and passwords can be stored on
iLO. This is idealfor small environments such as labs and
small-sized or medium-sized businesses.
Directory servicesUse the corporate directory to manage iLO user
access. This is idealfor environments that have a large number of
users. If you plan to use directory services,consider leaving at
least one local administrator account enabled for alternate
access.
For more information about iLO access security, see Configuring
iLO security (page 39).
4. How do you want to configure iLO?iLO supports various
interfaces for configuration and operation. This guide discusses
thefollowing interfaces:
Use iLO RBSU when the system environment does not use DHCP and
DNS or WINS. Formore information, see Setting up iLO by using iLO
RBSU (page 16).
Use iLO web interface when you can connect to iLO on the network
by using a webbrowser. You can also use this method to reconfigure
a previously configured iLOmanagement processor. For more
information, see Setting up iLO by using the iLO webinterface (page
19).
Other configuration options not discussed in this guide include
the following:
HP Scripting ToolkitThe Scripting Toolkit is a server deployment
product for IT expertsthat delivers an unattended automated
installation for high-volume server deployments.For more
information, see HP Scripting Toolkit for Linux User Guide and HP
ScriptingToolkit for Windows User Guide.
ScriptingYou can use scripting for advanced setup of multiple
iLO managementprocessors. Scripts are XML files written for a
scripting language called RIBCL. You canuse RIBCL scripts to
configure iLO on the network during initial deployment or from
analready deployed host.The following methods are available:
HP Lights-Out Configuration Utility (CPQLOCFG)A Windows utility
that sends RIBCLscripts to iLO over the network.
HP Lights-Out Online Configuration Utility (HPONCFG)A local
online scripted setuputility that runs on the host and passes RIBCL
scripts to the local iLO. HPONCFGrequires the HP iLO Channel
Interface Driver.
Custom scripting environmentsThe scripting toolkit provides Perl
samples that canbe used on clients to send RIBCL scripts to iLO
over the network.
SMASH CLPA command-line protocol that can be used when a command
line isaccessible through SSH or the physical serial port.
For more information about these methods, see the HP iLO 3
Scripting and CommandLine Guide.
Connecting iLO to the networkYou can connect iLO to the network
through a corporate network or a dedicated managementnetwork.
In a corporate network, the server has two network port types
(server NICs and one iLO NIC)connected to a corporate network, as
shown in Figure 1 (page 16).
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Figure 1 Corporate network diagram
Main NIC
iLO
Main NIC
Hub/Switch
Client PCs
CorporateNetwork
Management Client
iLO
In a dedicated management network, the iLO port is on a separate
network, as shown inFigure 2 (page 16).
Figure 2 Dedicated management network diagram
Hub/SwitchMain NIC
iLO
iLO
Main NICHub/Switch
Client PCs
CorporateNetwork
DedicatediLO Management
Network
Management Client
Setting up iLO by using iLO RBSUHP recommends using iLO RBSU to
set up iLO for the first time and to configure iLO
networkparameters for environments that do not use DHCP and DNS or
WINS.
Configuring the network settings (static IP addresses only)This
procedure is required only if you are using a static IP address.
When you are using dynamicIP addressing, your DHCP server
automatically assigns an IP address for iLO.
NOTE: To simplify installation, HP recommends using DNS or DHCP
with iLO.
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To configure a static IP address:1. Restart or power on the
server.2. Press F8 when prompted during POST.
iLO RBSU starts.
3. Disable DHCP:a. Select NetworkDNS/DHCP, and then press
Enter.
The Network Autoconfiguration window opens.
b. Select DHCP Enable, as shown in Figure 3 (page 17).c. Press
the spacebar to change the setting to OFF.
Figure 3 iLO RBSU Network Autoconfiguration window
d. Verify that DHCP Enable is set to OFF, and then press F10 to
save the changes.
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4. Enter an IP address and subnet mask:a. Select NetworkNIC and
TCP/IP, and then press Enter.
The Network Configuration window opens.
b. Enter the appropriate information in the IP Address, Subnet
Mask, and Gateway IP Addressfields, as shown in Figure 4 (page
18).
Figure 4 iLO RBSU Network Configuration
c. Press F10 to save the changes.5. Select FileExit to exit iLO
RBSU.
The changes take effect when you exit iLO RBSU.
Setting up iLO user accounts by using iLO RBSUTo set up local
accounts:1. Restart or power on the server.2. Press F8 when
prompted during POST.
iLO RBSU starts.
3. If prompted, enter a valid iLO user ID and password with the
required iLO privileges (AdministerUser Accounts, Configure iLO
Settings).Default account information is located on the iLO Default
Network Settings tag attached tothe server that contains the iLO
management processor.
NOTE: The login prompt is displayed only if iLO is configured to
present a login challengein iLO RBSU.
4. Select Add, Edit, or Remove from the User menu.For an example
showing the Add User screen, see Figure 5 (page 19).
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Figure 5 Adding a user with RBSU
5. Follow the onscreen instructions to add, edit, or remove
users.6. Select FileExit to exit iLO RBSU.
Setting up iLO by using the iLO web interfaceYou can set up iLO
using the web interface if you can connect to iLO on the network by
using aweb browser. You can also use this method to reconfigure a
previously configured iLO managementprocessor.Access iLO from a
remote network client by using a supported browser, and providing
the defaultDNS name, user name, and password. For information about
the DNS name and default accountcredentials, see Logging in to iLO
for the first time (page 19).For information about the
configuration procedures available in the iLO web interface,
seeConfiguring iLO (page 22).
Logging in to iLO for the first timeThe iLO firmware is
configured with a default user name, password, and DNS name.
Default userinformation is located on the iLO Default Network
Settings tag attached to the server that containsthe iLO management
processor. Use these values to access iLO remotely from a network
client byusing a web browser.The default values follow:
User nameAdministrator
PasswordA random eight-character alphanumeric string
DNS nameILOXXXXXXXXXXXX, where the Xs represent the serial
number of the server
If you enter an incorrect user name and password, or a login
attempt fails, iLO imposes a securitydelay. For more information
about login security, see Login security (page 43).
IMPORTANT: HP recommends changing the default values after you
log in to iLO for the firsttime. For instructions, see
Administering users (page 29).
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Activating iLO licensed featuresTo activate iLO licensed
features, install an HP iLO license. iLO licenses activate
functionality suchas graphical remote console with multi-user
collaboration, video record/playback, and many moreadvanced
features. For licensing information and installation instructions,
see iLO licensing(page 28).
Installing the iLO driversiLO is an independent microprocessor
running an embedded operating system. The architectureensures that
the majority of iLO functionality is available, regardless of the
host operating system.The iLO drivers enable software such as
HPONCFG and the HP Insight Management Agents tocommunicate with
iLO. Your OS and system configuration determine the driver
requirements.The iLO drivers are available from the HP Service Pack
for ProLiant (Windows and Linux only) andthe HP website (Windows,
Linux, and VMware).
You can download the SPP from the following website:
http://www.hp.com/go/spp/download. For information about using the
SPP, see the SPP documentation.
To download the drivers from the HP website:1. Navigate to the
Support & Drivers page on the HP website:
http://www.hp.com/support.2. Select a country or region.
The Support & Drivers page opens.
3. Click the Drivers & Software link.4. In the search field,
enter the server model that you are using (for example,
DL360p).
A list of servers is displayed.
5. Click the link for your server.6. Click the link for the
server operating system.7. Download the iLO drivers.8. Follow the
installation instructions provided with the downloaded
software.
For OS-specific driver information, see the following:
Microsoft device driver support (page 20)
Linux device driver support (page 21)
VMware device driver support (page 21)
Microsoft device driver supportWhen you are using Windows with
iLO, the following drivers are available:
HP ProLiant iLO 3/4 Channel Interface Driver for Windows. This
driver is required for theoperating system to communicate with iLO.
Install this driver in all configurations.
HP ProLiant iLO 3/4 Management Controller Driver Package for
Windows. This packageincludes the following components:
hpqilo3core.sys provides iLO Management Controller Driver
support.
ProLiantMonitor.exe provides the HP ProLiant Health Monitor
Service and HPProLiant System Shutdown Service.
hpqilo3whea.sys is a helper service for Windows Hardware Error
Architecture, whichpasses information between iLO and the operating
system in the event of a hardwarefault.
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IMPORTANT: The Management Controller Driver Package is required
to support AutomaticServer Recovery and the HP Insight Management
Agents or HP Insight Management WBEMProviders (if installed). For
more information, see Configuring iLO Management settings(page
74).
Linux device driver supportWhen you are using Linux with iLO,
the following drivers are available:
hpiloThe HP ProLiant Channel Interface Device Driver for iLO
manages agent and toolapplication access to iLO.
hp-healthThe HP System Health Application and Command Line
Utilities is a collectionof applications and tools that enables
monitoring of fans, power supplies, temperature sensors,and other
management events. This RPM contains the hpasmd, hpasmlited,
hpasmpld,and hpasmxld daemons.
IMPORTANT: These drivers are standard for SLES 11, Red Hat 5,
and Red Hat 6. You must installthe drivers manually on SLES 10.For
open-source Linux distributions (Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora, and
others), the hpilo driver is partof the Linux kernel, so the driver
is loaded automatically at start-up.
Use the following commands to load the iLO drivers:rpm -ivh
hpilo-d.vv.v-pp.Linux_version.arch.rpmrpm -ivh
hp-health-d.vv.v-pp.Linux_version.arch.rpmWhere d is the Linux
distribution and version, vv.v-pp are version numbers, and arch is
thearchitecture (i386 or x86_64).Use the following commands to
remove the iLO drivers:rpm -e hpilorpm -e hp-health
VMware device driver supportWhen you are using VMware with iLO,
the following driver is available:hpiloThe HP ProLiant Channel
Interface Device Driver for iLO manages agent, WBEM provider,and
tool application access to iLO. This driver is included in the
VMware images that HP hascustomized. For raw VMware images, the
driver must be installed manually. The driver is includedwith the
following packages:
HP ESXi Offline Bundle for VMware ESXi 5.0 and ESXi 5.x
HP ESXi Offline Bundle for VMware ESXi 4.1, 4.1 U1, and 4.1
U2
HP ESXi Offline Bundle for VMware ESXi 4.0 U2 and U3
HP Management Agents for VMware ESX 4.x (all versions)
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3 Configuring iLOTypically, an advanced or administrative user
who manages users and configures global andnetwork settings
configures iLO. This guide provides information about configuring
iLO by usingthe iLO web interface and iLO RBSU.
TIP: You can also perform many iLO configuration tasks by using
XML configuration and controlscripts or SMASH CLP. For information
about using these methods, see the HP iLO 3 Scripting andCommand
Line Guide, HP Scripting Toolkit for Linux User Guide, and HP
Scripting Toolkit forWindows User Guide.
Updating iLO firmwareFirmware updates enhance iLO functionality
with new features, improvements, and security updates.You can
download the latest firmware from the following website:
http://www.hp.com/support/ilo3.Users who have the Configure iLO
Settings privilege or host operating system
Administrator/rootprivileges can update iLO firmware. If the iLO
Security Override Switch is set, any out-of-band usercan update the
firmware.Due to the security enhancements in iLO 3 1.50, the
firmware image file is larger than previousreleases. To accommodate
the larger firmware image file, you must have iLO 3 1.20 or
laterinstalled to upgrade to iLO 3 1.50 or later. Upgrading from
earlier firmware versions is notsupported.To downgrade from iLO 3
1.50 to an earlier firmware version, you must disable FIPS Mode.
Forinstructions, see Using encryption (page 54).You can update the
iLO firmware by using an online or offline method. For more
information, seeUpdating firmware by using an online update method
(page 22) or Updating firmware by usingan offline method (page
23)
Updating firmware by using an online update methodWhen you use
an online method to update the firmware, no server reboot is
required. You canupdate the firmware and reset iLO without
affecting the availability of the server's host operatingsystem.
The online update method can be performed in-band or
out-of-band.
Performing an in-band firmware updateWhen you use this method to
update the iLO firmware, the iLO firmware is sent to iLO
directlyfrom the server host operating system. The HP ProLiant
Channel Interface Device Driver is requiredfor host-based iLO
firmware updates. During a host-based firmware update, the iLO
firmware doesnot verify login credentials or user privileges
because the host-based utilities require a root login(Linux and
VMware ESX) or Administrator login (Windows).You can use the
following in-band firmware update methods:
Online ROM Flash ComponentUse an executable file to update iLO
while the server isoperating. The executable file contains the
installer and the firmware package. You candownload an Online ROM
Flash Component from the HP website at
http://www.hp.com/support/ilo3.
HPONCFGUse the HP Lights-Out Online Configuration Utility to
configure iLO by using XMLscripts. Download the iLO firmware image
and the Update_Firmware.xml sample script.Edit the sample script
with your setup details, and then run the script.Sample scripts are
available at http://www.hp.com/support/ilo3. For more information
aboutscripting, see the HP iLO 3 Scripting and Command Line
Guide.
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For instructions about obtaining the iLO firmware image, see
Obtaining the iLO firmwareimage file (page 23).
Performing an out-of-band firmware updateWhen you use this
method to update the iLO firmware, you use a network connection
tocommunicate with iLO directly.You can use the following
out-of-band firmware update methods:
iLO web interfaceDownload the Online ROM Flash Component and
install it by using theiLO web interface. For instructions, see
Updating iLO firmware by using a browser (page 24).
CPQLOCFGUse the HP Lights-Out Configuration Utility to configure
iLO by using XML scripts.Download the iLO firmware image and the
Update_Firmware.xml sample script. Edit thesample script with your
setup details, and then run the script.Sample scripts are available
at http://www.hp.com/support/ilo3. For more information
aboutscripting, see the HP iLO 3 Scripting and Command Line
Guide.For instructions about obtaining the iLO firmware image, see
Obtaining the iLO firmwareimage file (page 23).
HPLOMIG (also called HP Directories Support for Management
Processors)Download theHP Directories Support for Management
Processors executable file to access the directorysupport
components. One of the components, HPLOMIG, can be used to discover
multipleiLO processors and update their firmware in one step. You
do not need to use directoryintegration to take advantage of this
feature. For more information, see Upgrading firmwareon management
processors (page 177).
SMASH CLPAccess SMASH CLP through the SSH port and use standard
commands to viewfirmware information and update the firmware.For
more information about SMASH CLP, see the HP iLO 3 Scripting and
Command LineGuide.
NOTE: The SMASH CLP method for updating firmware is not
supported for upgrading toiLO 3 1.50.
Updating firmware by using an offline methodWhen you use an
offline firmware update method, you must reboot the server by using
an offlineutility. Examples of offline firmware updates include the
following:
HP Service Pack for ProLiantUse the Service Pack for ProLiant to
install the firmware update.For more information, see the following
website: http://www.hp.com/go/spp.
Windows or Linux Scripting ToolkitUse the Scripting Toolkit to
configure several settingswithin the server and update firmware.
This method is useful for deploying to multiple servers.For
instructions, see the HP Scripting Toolkit for Linux User Guide or
HP Scripting Toolkit forWindows User Guide.
Obtaining the iLO firmware image fileMany of the available
firmware update methods require the iLO .bin firmware image. You
mustextract the .bin file from the iLO Online ROM Flash
Component.To download the iLO Online ROM Flash Component file and
then extract the .bin file:1. Navigate to the HP website at
http://www.hp.com/support/ilo3.
The Download drivers and software page opens.
2. Select your server operating system.3. Follow the onscreen
instructions to download the iLO Online ROM Flash Component
file.
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4. Double-click the downloaded file, and then click the Extract
button.5. Select a location for the extracted files, and then click
OK.
The firmware image is a file similar to ilo_yyy.bin, where yyy
represents the firmwareversion.
Updating iLO firmware by using a browserYou can update the iLO
firmware from any network client by using a supported browser. For
a listof supported browsers, see the HP iLO 3 Release Notes or
http://www.hp.com/go/compareilo.To update the iLO firmware:1.
Obtain the firmware image file. For instructions, see Obtaining the
iLO firmware image file
(page 23).2. Navigate to the AdministrationiLO Firmware
page.
The Firmware Update page opens, as shown in Figure 6 (page
24).
Figure 6 Firmware Update page
3. Click Browse, and then specify the location of the firmware
image file in the File box.4. Click Upload to start the update
process.
The iLO firmware receives, validates, and then flashes the
firmware image. After the firmwareflashes and resets, iLO logs you
out and the browser reconnects.
IMPORTANT: A firmware update takes approximately 1 minute, and
then it takes 30 secondsfor the browser to reconnect. Do not
interrupt a firmware update. If a firmware update isinterrupted or
fails, attempt it again immediately. Do not reset iLO before
reattempting theupdate.The firmware update will not start if you
navigate away from this page before the upload iscomplete.
5. To start working with the updated firmware, clear your
browser cache, and then log in to iLO.If an error occurs during a
firmware update, see the section Unable to upgrade iLO
firmware(page 203).
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If an iLO firmware update is corrupted or canceled, and iLO is
corrupted, see iLO network failedflash recovery (page 204).
Using language packsLanguage packs enable you to easily switch
the iLO web interface from English to a language ofyour choice.
Language packs currently provide translations for the iLO web
interface, .NET IRC,and Java IRC.Consider the following when you
are using language packs:
You must have the Configure iLO Settings privilege to install a
language pack.
You can install one additional language pack at a time.
Uploading a new language packreplaces the currently installed
language pack, regardless of the language pack version.
The language pack firmware is independent of the iLO firmware.
Setting iLO to factory defaultsdoes not remove an installed
language pack.
The Java IRC and the .NET IRC use the language of the current
iLO session.
For localization support with the Java IRC on Windows systems,
you must select the correctlanguage in the Regional and Language
Options Control Panel.
For localization support with the Java IRC on Linux systems,
make sure that the fonts for thespecified language are installed
and available to the JRE.
If an installed language pack does not include the translation
for a text string, the text isdisplayed in English.
When you update the iLO firmware, HP recommends downloading the
latest language packto ensure that the language pack contents match
with the iLO web interface.iLO 3 firmware version 1.50 requires
version 1.50 or later of the iLO language pack.
Installing a language pack1. Navigate to the iLO software
download website: http://www.hp.com/support/ilo3.2. Download the
language pack to your local computer.3. Navigate to the
AdministrationAccess SettingsLanguage page, as shown in Figure
7
(page 26).
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Figure 7 Access Settings Language page
4. Click Browse in the Upload Language Pack section.5. Select
the downloaded language pack, and then click Open.
The following message appears:Only one language pack is
supported at a time. If a language pack is already installed, it
will be replaced with this upload. Are you sure?
6. Click OK to continue.If you have a previously installed
language pack, this language pack will replace it.
7. Click Upload.8. Refresh the browser to see the new language
pack. You do not need to reset iLO.
Selecting a language packAfter you have installed a language
pack, you can select it in the following ways:
From the login page, as shown in Figure 8 (page 27).
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Figure 8 Login page language menu
From the toolbar located on the bottom right side of the iLO web
interface, as shown in Figure 9(page 27).
Figure 9 Toolbar language menu
From the Access SettingsLanguage page. For instructions, see
Configuring the currentlanguage settings (page 27).You can also set
the default language on the Language page. Navigate to
theAdministrationAccess Settings page, and then click the Language
tab. From there, you canconfigure the default or current language
and remove a language pack.
Configuring the default language settingsTo set the default
language for the users of this instance of the iLO firmware:1.
Navigate to the Access SettingsLanguage page, as shown in Figure 7
(page 26).2. Select a value in the Default Language menu.
The available languages are English and an additional language
pack if one is installed.
3. Click Apply.
Configuring the current language settingsTo set the current
language of this browser session:1. Navigate to the Access
SettingsLanguage page, as shown in Figure 7 (page 26).2. Select a
value in the Current Language menu.
The available languages are English and an additional language
pack if one is installed.
3. Click Apply.
Removing a language pack1. Navigate to the Access
SettingsLanguage page, as shown in Figure 7 (page 26).2. Click the
Uninstall button in the Installed Languages section.
The following message appears:Applying new settings requires an
iLO reset. Would you like to apply the new settings and reset iLO
now?
3. Click OK to continue.iLO resets and closes your browser
connection.
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4. Wait 30 seconds, and then log back in to iLO.
iLO licensingHP iLO standard features are included in every HP
ProLiant server to simplify server setup, engagehealth monitoring,
power and thermal control, and promote remote administration.HP iLO
Advanced and HP iLO Advanced for BladeSystem licenses activate
functionality such asgraphical remote console with multi-user
collaboration, video record/playback, and many moreadvanced
features.Unlocking iLO licensed features has never been easier.
Simply determine which license best suitsyour company's
infrastructure.The following license types are available:
iLO Advanced Single Server License
iLO Advanced Electronic License
iLO Advanced Flexible Quantity License
iLO Advanced Volume License
For details on purchasing licenses and a list of licensed
features, see the following website:
http://www.hp.com/go/ilo/licensing.Consider the following
information about iLO licenses:
iLO licenses are versionless, meaning, regardless of the version
of iLO you have enabled (iLO2, iLO 3, or iLO 4), an iLO license can
be applied. For features that are specific to the versionof iLO on
your ProLiant server, see the following website:
http://www.hp.com/go/compareilo.
If you purchase an iLO license with any Insight Control software
suite, HP provides the TechnicalSupport and Update Service. For
more information, see Support and other resources(page 208).
If you purchase an iLO license as a one-time activation of
licensed features, you must purchasefuture functional upgrades.
One iLO license is required for each server on which the product
is installed and used. Licensesare not transferable. You cannot
license an HP ProLiant SL/ML/DL server by using aBladeSystem
license.
HP will continue to provide maintenance releases with fixes, as
well as iLO standard featureenhancements, at no extra charge.
Installing an iLO license by using a browserUse the following
procedure to install an iLO license.You must have the Configure iLO
Settings privilege to install a license.
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1. Navigate to the AdministrationLicensing page in the iLO web
interface.The Licensing page opens, as shown in Figure 10 (page
29).
Figure 10 Licensing page
2. Review the license agreement provided with your HP License
Pack option kit.3. Enter the license key in the Activation Key
fields.
Press the Tab key or click inside a field to move between
fields. The Activation Key fieldsadvance automatically as you enter
data.
4. Click Install.The EULA confirmation opens. The EULA details
are available in the license kit.
5. Click OK.The license key is now enabled.
For tips on troubleshooting license installation, see
Troubleshooting license installation (page 195).
Administering usersThe iLO firmware enables you to manage user
accounts stored locally in the secure iLO memoryand directory group
accounts. Use MMC or ConsoleOne to manage dir