HP ProLiant Lights-Out 100 Remote Management
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User Guide
for HP ProLiant DL140 G2, DL145 G2, ML110 G3, and ML150 G2 Servers
Part Number 436853-001
anuary 2007 (First Edition)
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Audience assumptions
This document is for the person who installs, administers, and troubleshoots servers and storage systems.
HP assumes you are qualified in the servicing of computer equipment and trained in recognizing hazards
in products with hazardous energy levels.
Contents
Operational overview ................................................................................................................... 5
User guide overview.................................................................................................................................. 5
Server management................................................................................................................................... 5
Server management features....................................................................................................................... 5
Installation ................................................................................................................................... 7
Remote management card kit contents.......................................................................................................... 7
Pre-installation procedures ..........................................................................................................................7
Installing the remote management card on ProLiant ML110 G3 servers ............................................................8
Installing the remote management card on ProLiant ML150 G2 servers ............................................................9
Post-installation procedures......................................................................................................................... 9
Configuration............................................................................................................................. 11
Configuring network access...................................................................................................................... 11
Establishing user accounts ........................................................................................................................ 11
Using the serial port ................................................................................................................................ 12
Enabling serial access to the LO100 ................................................................................................ 12
LO100 serial port configuration ...................................................................................................... 13
Using TCP/IP over Ethernet management port ............................................................................................. 13
Selecting an Ethernet management port............................................................................................ 14
Obtaining a DHCP IP address from the BIOS Setup Utility................................................................... 14
Setting up a static IP address from the BIOS Setup Utility .................................................................... 15
Enabling telnet and HTTP services.................................................................................................... 15
Updating the firmware ............................................................................................................................. 16
Updating the firmware remotely ......................................................................................................16
TFTP settings .................................................................................................................................17
Using LO100 ............................................................................................................................. 19
SSL overview .......................................................................................................................................... 19
SSH overview ......................................................................................................................................... 20
Importing a certificate.............................................................................................................................. 21
Creating a certificate .....................................................................................................................21
Installing a certificate or private key through the CLP.......................................................................... 21
CLP overview.......................................................................................................................................... 22
Using CLP..................................................................................................................................... 22
Base commands ............................................................................................................................ 23
Specific commands........................................................................................................................ 27
IPMI 2.0 support ..................................................................................................................................... 27
Logging in to LO100 ............................................................................................................................... 28
Logging in through a web browser ..................................................................................................28
Logging in through the CLP ............................................................................................................. 29
Browser main menu options...................................................................................................................... 29
Hardware Inventory page ........................................................................................................................ 30
Controlling server power remotely ............................................................................................................. 30
Controlling server power from a browser.......................................................................................... 31
Controlling server power through the CLP .........................................................................................31
Controlling server power through the BIOS Setup Utility...................................................................... 32
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Monitoring sensors .................................................................................................................................. 32
Viewing sensors data from a web browser ....................................................................................... 32
Viewing sensors data from the BIOS Setup Utility............................................................................... 32
Platform event filtering configuration ................................................................................................ 33
Using the system event log........................................................................................................................ 34
Accessing the system event log from a web browser ..........................................................................34
Accessing the system event log from the CLP .....................................................................................35
Accessing the system event log from the BIOS Setup Utility.................................................................. 35
Network settings .....................................................................................................................................36
Configuring network settings using a web browser ............................................................................ 36
Configuring network settings using the CLP .......................................................................................36
Configuring network settings using the BIOS Setup Utility.................................................................... 37
Using the virtual floppy feature.................................................................................................................. 38
Configuring the TFTP Server............................................................................................................ 39
Configuring virtual floppy from a Web browser................................................................................. 39
Configuring the virtual floppy from the BIOS setup............................................................................. 40
Configuring virtual floppy from the CLP ............................................................................................ 40
Rebooting the server ...................................................................................................................... 41
Platform event trap configuration ............................................................................................................... 41
User administration.................................................................................................................................. 42
Changing user settings through a web browser ................................................................................. 42
Changing user settings through the CLP ............................................................................................ 43
Accessing the remote console through telnet ............................................................................................... 43
BIOS console text redirection through telnet ...................................................................................... 43
Linux console redirection ................................................................................................................44
Microsoft Windows® EMS management .......................................................................................... 45
HP SIM support....................................................................................................................................... 46
Acronyms and abbreviations........................................................................................................ 47
Index......................................................................................................................................... 50
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Operational overview
In this section
User guide overview................................................................................................................................. 5
Server management.................................................................................................................................. 5
Server management features...................................................................................................................... 5
User guide overview
This guide covers the standard and optional operational features of the LO100 used in HP ProLiant DL140
G2, DL145 G2, ML150 G2, and ML110 G3 servers.
This guide is an update to the HP ProLiant DL140 G2, DL145 G2, ML150 G2, and ML110 G3 LO100
remote management user guides.
Server management
HP ProLiant Lights-Out 100 delivers basic remote control of vital server resources, supports IPMI 2.0, and
provides system administrators with access to the server at any time, even before an operating system is
installed on the server.
HP ProLiant Lights-Out 100 provides text mode console redirection, DMTF SMASH compliant command
line interface, and browser access to many of the same system management functions. You can access
LO100 through a dedicated Ethernet port or through the server serial port.
Server management features
Using the Lights-Out 100 Remote Management processor, you can:
• Switch between console redirection and the command line using either the dedicated management
or serial port
• Communicate securely using SSL and SSH
• Remotely power up and power down the server
• Perform warm or cold server reboots
• Reboot the server to a virtual floppy
• Remotely monitor server-state voltage, fan speed, and system state (S0 or S5)
• Access the System Event log
• Configure TCP/IP settings for the NIC
• Change user passwords
• Access the BMC and server controls using a standard browser or new industry standard SMASH CLP
command-line interface
Operational overview 5
• Access command-line help
• Manage the server with IPMI 2.0-compliant applications
Operational overview 6
Installation
In this section
Remote management card kit contents ........................................................................................................ 7
Pre-installation procedures......................................................................................................................... 7
Installing the remote management card on ProLiant ML110 G3 servers........................................................... 8
Installing the remote management card on ProLiant ML150 G2 servers........................................................... 9
Post-installation procedures........................................................................................................................ 9
Remote management card kit contents
The remote management card kit is required only on ProLiant ML110 G3 and ProLiant ML150 G2 servers.
ProLiant ML110 G3
• HP ProLiant ML110 G3 Remote Management Card
• Spacer support
• HP Lights-Out 100 Remote Management Card Installation Instructions for HP ProLiant ML110
Generation 3 Servers
ProLiant ML150 G2
• HP ProLiant ML150 G2 Remote Management Card
• Hexnut screw
• HP Lights-Out 100 Remote Management Card Installation Instructions for HP ProLiant ML150
Generation 2 Servers
Pre-installation procedures
The installation procedures in this document are intended for individuals who are qualified in the servicing
of computer equipment and trained in recognizing hazards in products with hazardous energy levels.
WARNING: Failure to properly turn off the server before you open the server may cause
serious damage to the equipment as well as bodily harm.
CAUTION: Follow the ESD precautions listed in your server guide when handling the remote
management card.
IMPORTANT: Observe the pre- and post-configuration procedures described in later sections
when installing the remote management card.
NOTE: The procedures described in this section assume that the server is positioned on a flat,
stable surface.
1. Back up the server data.
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2.
Shut down the operating system as outlined in the operation system instructions.
3. Power off the server and all the peripherals connected to it.
4. Unplug all cables from the power outlets to avoid exposure to high energy levels that can cause
burns when parts are short-circuited by metal objects such as tools or jewelry.
5. Label each cable, if not already labeled, to expedite reassembly.
6. Disconnect telecommunication cables to avoid exposure to shock hazard from ringing voltages.
7. Open the server according to the instructions described in your server manual.
Installing the remote management card on ProLiant ML110 G3 servers
1. Remove the access panel.
2. Lay the server on its unexposed side to access the system board.
3. Locate the remote management card connectors on the system board.
4. Install the remote management card in the connectors on the system board.
5. Reinstall the system covers following the "Post-installation procedures (on page 9)".
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Installing the remote management card on ProLiant ML150 G2 servers
1. Remove the access panel.
2. Lay the server on its unexposed side to access the system board.
3. Locate the remote management card connectors on the system board.
4. Install the remote management card in the connectors on the system board.
5. Reinstall the system covers following the "Post-installation procedures (on page 9)".
6. Verify BIOS version and switch settings for the card.
To ensure proper operation of the ProLiant ML150 G2 Lights-Out 100 remote management processor, the
server BIOS must be version 0.28 or later. You can download the latest BIOS for your server on the HP
website (http://www.hp.com/support
The remote management card switches must be set to factory default settings.
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Switch Setting
SW1 Off
SW2 On
SW3 On
SW4 Off
Post-installation procedures
1. Be sure all components are installed according to the "Pre-installation procedures (on page 7)."
2. Be sure you have not left any loose tools or parts inside the server.
3. Reinstall any expansion boards, peripherals, board covers, and system cables previously removed.
4. Reinstall the system covers.
5. Connect all external cables and the AC power cord to the system.
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6.
Press the power button on the front panel to turn on the server.
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Configuration
In this section
Configuring network access..................................................................................................................... 11
Establishing user accounts ....................................................................................................................... 11
Using the serial port ............................................................................................................................... 12
Using TCP/IP over Ethernet management port............................................................................................ 13
Updating the firmware............................................................................................................................ 16
Configuring network access
The server is connected to the network by a standard Ethernet cable. Using this connection, you can
access the remote management CLP, verify POST remotely, and access the BIOS Setup Utility remotely.
To configure network access:
1. Connect a standard Ethernet cable from the LO100 to a network jack.
2. Obtain the DHCP IP address by using one of the following methods:
o Look at the DHCP clients table.
o Press the F10 key during POST, and read the IP address from the BIOS Setup Utility under
Advanced/IPMI/LAN Setting. See "Obtaining a DHCP IP address from the BIOS Setup Utility (on
page 14)" for more information.
3. Using the DHCP IP address, use telnet to log into the remote management CLP, or use a web
browser to access the HTML interface.
To set up a static IP address, see "Setting up a static IP address from the BIOS Setup Utility (on page 15)"
for more information.
Establishing user accounts
LO100 supports three types of user accounts, with varying levels of permissions to view and control
features. For more information about user accounts, see the "User administration (on page 42)" section.
Two accounts are available by default, one of type administrator and one of type operator. While one
user account always has the administrator privilege, the other user account is customizable.
The administrator account enables the user to execute the full set of CLP commands and change
management processor configuration. The default name for the administrator account is admin, and the
default password is admin.
The operator account enables the user to execute common commands and functions, but restricts access to
specific functions, such as adding and changing user account information and changing the configuration
of the management processor. Log in with the operator account to perform common functions. The default
name for the operator account is Operator, and the default password is Operator.
For more information about how to log in to LO100, see the "Logging in to LO100 (on page 28)"
section.
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Using the serial port
The server serial port provides basic serial port functionality and serves as an interface to LO100. You
can configure the system serial port for exclusive use with LO100.
CAUTION: After enabling the serial port for use with LO100, legacy serial devices might not
You must configure the LO100 serial port hardware parameters to work with your respective serial port
communications software. LO100 serial port configuration is controlled through the BIOS Setup Utility.
Enabling serial access to the LO100
1. Power on the server by pressing the Power On/Off button on the front panel.
2. When POST displays the message, ROM-Based Setup, press the F10 key. If the server has an
3. On HP ProLiant ML150 G2 servers:
function correctly if attached to the serial port.
administrator password configured, the system prompts you to enter the password. If the server does
not have a password configured, the main screen of the BIOS Setup Utility appears.
a. Press the right arrow (→) key to navigate to the Advanced menu.
b. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to IO Device Configuration. Press the Enter key.
c. Select Serial Port A, and press the Enter key to toggle between Enabled and Disabled. Select
Enabled.
d. Press the Esc key to return to the Advanced menu.
e. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to IPMI. Press the Enter key.
f. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to the LAN Settings submenu. Press the Enter key.
g. Confirm the following settings:
Ping Response: [Enabled]
Telenet Access: [Enabled]
HTTP Access: [Enabled}
4. On HP ProLiant ML110 G3 servers:
a. Press the right arrow (→) key to navigate to the Advanced menu.
b. Press the down arrow (↓) key to navigate to the SuperIO Configuration menu. Press the Enter key.
c. Select Serial Port1 Address, and press the Enter key to toggle between Disabled, 3F8/IRQ4,
3E8/IRQ4, and 2E8/IRQ3. Select 3F8/IRQ4.
d. Review the serial port settings, and ensure that the settings match the serial port communications
software settings used to connect to LO100.
5. On HP ProLiant DL140 G2 and ProLiant DL145 G2 servers:
a. Press the right arrow (→) key to navigate to the Advanced menu.
b. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to I/O Device Configuration. Press the Enter key.
c. Press the down arrow key (↓) to scroll to the Serial Port menu. Press the Enter key to toggle
between SIO COM Port and BMC COM Port. Select BMC COM Port.
d. Press the Esc key to return to the Advanced menu.
e. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to IPMI. Press the Enter key.
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f.
Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to the LAN Interface submenu. Press the Enter key.
g. Confirm the following settings:
BMC Telnet Service: [Enabled]
BMC Ping Response: [Enabled]
BMC HTTP Service: [Enabled]
6. Press the F10 key to save and exit.
LO100 serial port configuration
1. Power on the server by pressing the Power On/Off button on the front panel.
2. When POST displays the message, ROM-Based Setup, press the F10 key. If the server has an
administrator password configured, the system prompts you to enter the password. If the server does
not have a password configured, the main screen of the BIOS Setup Utility appears.
3. On ProLiant DL140 G2 and ProLiant DL145 G2 servers:
a. Press the right arrow (→) key to navigate to the Advanced menu.
b. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to the Console Redirection menu. Press Enter.
c. Press the Enter key to toggle between Enabled and Disabled. Select Enabled for the console
redirection option.
d. Review the serial port settings, and ensure that the settings match the serial port communications
software settings used to connect to LO100.
4. On ProLiant ML150 G2 servers:
a. Press the right arrow (→) key to navigate to the Advanced menu.
b. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to the Console Redirection menu. Press Enter.
c. Press the Enter key to toggle between Disabled, On-board Com A, and On-board BMC/VSI.
Select On-Board BMC/VSI for the console redirection option.
d. Review the serial port settings, and ensure that the settings match the serial port communications
software settings used to connect to LO100.
5. On ProLiant ML110 G3 servers:
a. Press the right arrow (→) key to navigate to the Advanced menu.
b. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to the BIOS Serial Console Configuration menu. Press the
Enter key. Select Bios Serial Console, and press the Enter key to toggle between Enabled and
Disabled. Select Enabled.
c. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to and select Serial Over LAN (SOL). Press the Enter key to
toggle between Enabled and Disabled. Select Enabled.
6. Press the Esc key to return to the previous screen, or press the F10 key to save the changes and exit
Setup.
Using TCP/IP over Ethernet management port
The LO100 LAN port can be accessed from two different Ethernet ports: the dedicated 10/100 LO100
management port or through a side-band connection with the second LOM (NIC2).
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Selecting an Ethernet management port
The Ethernet management port is only available on ProLiant ML150 G2 and ML110 G3 servers.
To select either the LO100 or side-band connection:
1. Power on the server by pressing the Power On/Off button on the front panel.
2. When POST displays the message, ROM-Based Setup, press the F10 key. If the server has an
administrator password configured, the system prompts you to enter the password. If the server does
not have a password configured, the main screen of the BIOS Setup Utility appears.
3. Press the right arrow (→) key to navigate to the Advanced menu.
4. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to NIC Option. Press the Enter key to select between the
dedicated or side-band connection.
5. Press the Esc key to return to the previous screen, or press the F10 key to save the changes and exit
Setup.
The dedicated TCP/IP over Ethernet management port, whether dedicated or shared, is a standard
Ethernet 10/100Mb interface that is connected to the network using a standard Ethernet cable. Before
using the dedicated management port, you must determine the DHCP IP address, set a static IP address,
or use the default static IP address.
Obtaining a DHCP IP address from the BIOS Setup Utility
By default, LO100 has DHCP enabled and automatically negotiates an IP address. To view the DHCP IP
address, run the BIOS Setup Utility or retrieve the DHCP IP address using CLP through the serial port
connection.
To view the DHCP IP address using the BIOS Setup Utility:
1. Power on the server by pressing the Power On/Off button on the front panel.
2. When POST displays the message, ROM-Based Setup, press the F10 key. If the server has an
administrator password configured, the system prompts you to enter the password. If the server does
not have a password configured, the main screen of the BIOS Setup Utility appears.
3. Press the right arrow (→) key to navigate to the Advanced menu.
4. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to IPMI. Press the Enter key.
5. On HP ProLiant ML110 G3 and ML150 G2 servers:
a. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to the LAN Configuration (ML110 G3) submenu or LAN
Interface (ML150 G2). Press the Enter key.
b. Note the DHCP assigned IP address for future reference.
6. On HP ProLiant DL140 G2 and ProLiant DL145 G2 servers:
a. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to the LAN Interface submenu. Press the Enter key.
b. Note the DHCP assigned IP address for future reference.
7. Press the Esc key to return to the previous screen, or press the F10 key to save the changes and exit
Setup.
To configure or change your network settings, see "Network settings (on page 36)" for more information.
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Setting up a static IP address from the BIOS Setup Utility
By default, LO100 has DHCP enabled and automatically negotiates an IP address.
To disable DHCP and enable a static IP address:
1. Press the F10 key during POST to enter the BIOS Setup Utility.
2. Press the right arrow (→) key to navigate to the Advanced menu.
3. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to IPMI. Press the Enter key.
4. On the ProLiant ML150 G2 server:
a. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to the LAN Interface submenu. Press the Enter key.
b. Select IP Address Source, and press the Enter key to toggle between Enabled and Disabled. Set
DHCP IP Source to Disabled.
c. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to the IP Address setting.
d. Enter a valid IP address. Press the Tab or period (.) key to move between address fields.
e. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll down to the Subnet Mask submenu. Press the Enter key.
f. Enter a valid subnet mask. Press the Tab or period (.) key to move between address fields.
5. On the ProLiant ML110 G3 server:
a. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to the Set LAN Configuration submenu. Press the Enter key.
b. Select DHCP IP Source, and press the Enter key to toggle between Enabled and Disabled. Set
DHCP IP Source to Disabled.
c. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to the IP Address submenu. Press the Enter key.
d. Enter a valid IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address. Press the Tab or period (.) key to
move between address fields.
e. Press the Esc key to return to the Set LAN Configuration submenu.
f. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to the Subnet Mask submenu. Press the Enter key.
g. Enter a valid subnet mask. Press the Tab or period (.) key to move between address fields.
6. On the ProLiant DL140 G2 and ProLiant DL145 G2 servers:
a. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to the LAN Settings submenu. Press the Enter key.
b. Set the IP Address Assignment to Static. This setting enables you to modify a static IP address
through the BIOS setup menu.
c. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll down and enter a valid IP address, subnet mask, and
gateway address (press the Tab or period (.) key to move between address fields).
7. Press the F10 key to save and exit.
To restore DHCP, see "Configuring network settings using the BIOS Setup Utility (on page 37)."
Enabling telnet and HTTP services
On the ProLiant ML110 G3 server, HTTP and telnet are automatically enabled.
To enable HTTP and telnet on ProLiant DL140 G2 and ProLiant DL145 G2 servers:
1. Press the F10 key during POST to enter the BIOS Setup Utility.
2. Press the right arrow (→) key to navigate to the Advanced menu.
3. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to IPMI. Press the Enter key.
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4.
Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to the LAN Interface submenu. Press the Enter key.
5. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to the following settings, and set the parameters as needed
(the following example shows configuring for LO100 access using telnet and a web page):
o BMC Telnet Service: [Enabled]
o BMC Ping Response: [Enabled]
o BMC HTTP Service: [Enabled]
To enable HTTP and telnet on ProLiant ML150 G2 servers:
1. Press the F10 key during POST to enter the BIOS Setup Utility.
2. Press the right arrow (→) key to navigate to the Advanced menu.
3. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to IPMI. Press the Enter key.
4. Press the down arrow (↓) key to scroll to the following settings, and set the parameters as needed
(the following example shows configuring for LO100 access using telnet and a web page):
o Ping Response: [Enabled]
o Telnet Access: [Enabled]
o HTTP Access: [Enabled]
Updating the firmware
To update LO100 firmware, use the ROMPaq utility. ROMPaq downloads are available on the HP
website (http://www.hp.com/support
website (http://www.hp.com/servers/manage
NOTE: LO100 does not support ROMPaq flashing or flashing LO100 from a virtual floppy.
NOTE: Firmware upgrade packages for ProLiant ML150 G2 servers contain firmware images
for LO100 standard and advanced functionality. When updating the firmware, only the active
LO100 device is flashed. If an HP Lights-Out 100c Remote Management Card is installed in
the system when flashing the firmware, only the HP Lights-Out 100c Remote Management Card
firmware is updated. If an HP Lights-Out 100c Remote Management Card is not installed, only
the standard (basic) LO100 functionality is updated.
After the ROMPaq utility flashes the selected device, cycle power manually to reboot the operating
system.
). For more information about using the ROMPaq utility, see the HP
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Updating the firmware remotely
If you want to update the LO100 firmware remotely, you can use the load command. The firmware file
must be an uncompressed firmware image file which you can create using the DOS ROMPAQ utility
found on the Lights-Out 100 Firmware Upgrade Diskette Utility, available for download from the HP
website (http://www.hp.com/servers/lights-out
To create an uncompressed image file, enter the following command at the DOS prompt:
ROMPAQ /D <infile> <outfile>
where <infile> is the ROMPAQ firmware image file and <outfile> is the file name for the
uncompressed binary image file. For example:
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