Remote Diagnostic Management; Installing The Rdm Module - Acer M9N System User Manual

1.8

Remote Diagnostic Management

The Remote Diagnostic
management tool that utilizes modems and telephone lines to control
a host of servers from a remote station. It monitors and analyzes the
server condition, updates the BIOS settings if necessary, or reboots
the server in the event of failure and quickly return it to normal
operation. This capability to execute the RDM program from a
remote site bridges the distance barrier in fixing server problems and
reduces wasted time due to system failure.
1.8.1

Installing the RDM Module

The system board comes with connectors CN27 and CN28 to
accommodate the RDM module.
Follow these steps to install the RDM module and connect the cable:
1. See Figure 1-1 for the location of the RDM connectors.
2. Gently insert the RDM module into CN27 and CN28.
module fits only in one direction. Do not force it into to the
connectors.
CN28
CN27
Figure 1-4

Installing the RDM Module

Refer to the RDM User's Guide for detailed instructions on RDM
installation.
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