Preparation; Table 1-8. Console Connection Matrix; Table 1-9. Lan Configuration Methods - HP Rp3440-4 - 9000 - 0 MB RAM Installation Manual

Preparation

You must perform the following tasks 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.
Table 1-8 lists the appropriate connection method, required connection components, and connectors to the
host console. Use Table 1-8 to determine the physical connection method.
Table 1-8 Console Connection Matrix
Operating Console Connection
System
HP-UX LAN
LAN port
Local RS-232 serial port
Remote/modem port
Determining the iLO MP LAN Configuration Method
To access the iLO MP through the iLO MP LAN, the iLO MP must acquire an IP address. The way the iLO
MP acquires an IP address depends on whether DHCP is enabled or disabled on the server, and if DHCP and
DNS services are available to the server. (See Table 1-9 for possible scenarios.)
Once you have determined the iLO MP access, you must determine how you will configure the iLO MP LAN
to acquire an IP address using the following methods:
• DHCP/DNS through the management LAN: use the DNS name located on the toe-tag on the server.
• Setting up a static IP number using a laptop with DHCP services and the management LAN.
• ARP Ping to set a static IP address using a laptop and the management LAN.
• Local RS-232 serial port and a serial console
• Remote/modem port
Table 1-9 provides all the possible scenarios. Use this table to help you select the appropriate LAN
configuration method to obtain an IP address.
Table 1-9 LAN Configuration Methods
DHCP DNS
Yes Yes
Yes Yes
No No
Chapter 1
Method
RS-232 Serial Port
(iLO MP LC command)
No
Yes
No
Required Connection Components
10/100 LAN cable
1. RS-232 DB-9F to DB-9F straight cable
2. Console device (for example, a laptop or ASCII terminal)
LAN Configuration Method
DHCP
DHCP, RS-232 serial port, or remote/modem port
ARP Ping
Installing the System
Console Setup
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