HP Integrated Lights-Out 3 User Manual
HP iLO 3 User Guide
Abstract
This guide provides information about configuring, updating, and operating HP ProLiant servers by using the HP iLO 3 firmware.
This document is intended for system administrators, HP representatives, and HP Authorized Channel Partners who are involved
in configuring and using HP iLO 3 and HP ProLiant servers.
This guide discusses HP iLO for HP ProLiant servers and HP ProLiant BladeSystem server blades. For information about iLO for
Integrity servers and server blades, see the HP website at http://www.hp.com/go/integrityiLO.
HP Part Number: 616301-006
Published: March 2014
Edition: 1
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Contents
1 Introduction to iLO....................................................................................12
iLO web interface...................................................................................................................12
iLO RBSU...............................................................................................................................13
iLO mobile app......................................................................................................................13
iLO scripting and command line...............................................................................................13
2 Setting up iLO..........................................................................................14
Preparing to set up iLO............................................................................................................14
Connecting iLO to the network.................................................................................................16
Setting up iLO by using iLO RBSU.............................................................................................16
Configuring a static IP address by using iLO RBSU..................................................................17
Managing iLO users by using iLO RBSU................................................................................18
Adding user accounts....................................................................................................18
Editing user accounts.....................................................................................................20
Removing user accounts.................................................................................................20
Setting up iLO by using the iLO web interface............................................................................21
Logging in to iLO for the first time.............................................................................................21
Activating iLO licensed features................................................................................................22
Installing the iLO drivers...........................................................................................................22
Microsoft device driver support............................................................................................23
Linux device driver support..................................................................................................23
VMware device driver support.............................................................................................24
3 Configuring iLO.......................................................................................25
Updating firmware..................................................................................................................25
Updating firmware by using an online method.......................................................................25
Performing an in-band firmware update............................................................................25
Performing an out-of-band firmware update.......................................................................26
Updating firmware by using an offline method.......................................................................26
Obtaining the iLO firmware image file..................................................................................26
Updating the iLO firmware by using a browser......................................................................27
Using language packs............................................................................................................28
Installing a language pack..................................................................................................28
Selecting a language pack.................................................................................................29
Configuring the default language settings..............................................................................30
Configuring the current language settings..............................................................................30
Uninstalling a language pack..............................................................................................30
iLO licensing..........................................................................................................................31
Free iLO 60-day evaluation license.......................................................................................31
Installing an iLO license by using a browser..........................................................................32
Managing iLO users by using the iLO web interface....................................................................32
Viewing local user accounts................................................................................................33
Viewing directory groups....................................................................................................34
Adding or editing local user accounts...................................................................................34
Password guidelines......................................................................................................36
IPMI/DCMI users..........................................................................................................36
Administering directory groups............................................................................................37
Deleting a user account or a directory group.........................................................................39
Configuring iLO access settings................................................................................................39
Configuring service settings.................................................................................................39
Configuring IPMI/DCMI settings..........................................................................................40
Configuring access options.................................................................................................40
Contents 3
Logging in to iLO by using an SSH client...............................................................................43
Configuring iLO security..........................................................................................................43
General security guidelines.................................................................................................43
iLO RBSU security..........................................................................................................44
iLO Security Override Switch administration......................................................................44
TPM support......................................................................................................................45
User accounts and access...................................................................................................46
User privileges..............................................................................................................46
Login security................................................................................................................46
Administering SSH keys......................................................................................................46
About SSH keys............................................................................................................46
Authorizing a new SSH key............................................................................................47
Deleting SSH keys.........................................................................................................48
Authorizing SSH keys from an HP SIM server....................................................................48
Administering SSL certificates..............................................................................................48
Viewing SSL certificate information..................................................................................49
Obtaining and importing an SSL certificate......................................................................49
Configuring directory settings..............................................................................................51
Configuring authentication and directory server settings.....................................................52
Running directory tests...................................................................................................54
Viewing directory test results......................................................................................56
Using the directory test controls .................................................................................58
Using encryption................................................................................................................58
Viewing encryption enforcement settings...........................................................................59
Modifying the AES/DES encryption setting.......................................................................60
Connecting to iLO by using AES or 3DES encryption.....................................................60
Enabling FIPS Mode......................................................................................................60
Disabling FIPS Mode.....................................................................................................61
Configuring iLO for HP SSO................................................................................................61
Configuring iLO for HP SSO...........................................................................................62
Viewing trusted certificates.............................................................................................63
Adding trusted certificates..............................................................................................64
Extracting the HP SIM server certificate........................................................................65
Removing trusted certificates...........................................................................................65
Configuring Remote Console security settings.........................................................................65
Configuring Remote Console Computer Lock settings..........................................................65
Configuring the Integrated Remote Console Trust setting (.NET IRC)......................................67
Configuring the Login Security Banner..................................................................................67
Configuring iLO network settings..............................................................................................69
Viewing network settings.....................................................................................................69
Configuring general network settings....................................................................................72
Configuring IPv4 settings....................................................................................................74
Configuring IPv6 settings....................................................................................................76
Configuring SNTP settings...................................................................................................79
Configuring and using the iLO Shared Network Port....................................................................80
Enabling the iLO Shared Network Port feature.......................................................................81
Enabling the iLO Shared Network Port feature through iLO RBSU.........................................82
Enabling the iLO Shared Network Port feature through the iLO web interface........................82
Re-enabling the iLO Dedicated Network Port.........................................................................83
Enabling the iLO Dedicated Network Port through iLO RBSU...............................................83
Enabling the iLO Dedicated Network Port through the web interface....................................83
Configuring iLO Management settings.......................................................................................84
Installing the Insight Management Agents..............................................................................84
Configuring SNMP alerts....................................................................................................84
SNMP traps..................................................................................................................85
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Configuring SNMP alert destinations....................................................................................85
Configuring Insight Management integration.........................................................................86
Using the iLO RBSU................................................................................................................87
Accessing the iLO RBSU......................................................................................................87
Configuring NIC and TCP/IP settings....................................................................................87
Configuring DNS/DHCP settings.........................................................................................88
Configuring global settings by using iLO RBSU.......................................................................89
Configuring serial CLI options by using iLO RBSU...................................................................90
4 Using iLO................................................................................................92
Using the iLO web interface.....................................................................................................92
Browser support.................................................................................................................92
Logging in to iLO...............................................................................................................92
Handling an unknown authority...........................................................................................93
Using the iLO controls.........................................................................................................94
Language pack support......................................................................................................94
Viewing iLO overview information.............................................................................................94
Viewing system information.................................................................................................94
Viewing status information...................................................................................................96
Viewing the active iLO sessions............................................................................................96
Viewing iLO system information................................................................................................97
Viewing health summary information....................................................................................97
Viewing fan information......................................................................................................98
Viewing temperature information .......................................................................................100
Viewing temperature sensor data...................................................................................100
Viewing power information...............................................................................................101
Viewing processor information...........................................................................................103
Viewing memory information.............................................................................................104
Viewing network information.............................................................................................104
Viewing drive information.................................................................................................105
Using the iLO Event Log.........................................................................................................106
Viewing the iLO Event Log.................................................................................................106
Saving the iLO Event Log...................................................................................................108
Clearing the iLO Event Log................................................................................................108
Using the Integrated Management Log....................................................................................109
Viewing the IML...............................................................................................................109
Marking a log entry as repaired........................................................................................111
Adding a maintenance note to the IML...............................................................................111
Saving the IML................................................................................................................111
Clearing the IML..............................................................................................................112
Using iLO diagnostics............................................................................................................112
Resetting iLO through the web interface..............................................................................113
Using the HP Insight Management Agents................................................................................114
Using the Integrated Remote Console......................................................................................114
.NET IRC requirements......................................................................................................115
Microsoft .NET Framework............................................................................................115
Microsoft ClickOnce....................................................................................................115
Java IRC requirements......................................................................................................115
Recommended client settings........................................................................................116
Recommended server settings.......................................................................................116
Configuring the Java IRC keyboard layout for Linux systems..........................................116
Starting the Remote Console..............................................................................................116
Acquiring the Remote Console...........................................................................................118
Using the Remote Console power switch.............................................................................119
Using iLO Virtual Media from the Remote Console................................................................119
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Using Shared Remote Console (.NET IRC only)....................................................................119
Using Console Capture (.NET IRC only)..............................................................................120
Viewing Server Startup and Server Prefailure sequences...................................................121
Saving Server Startup and Server Prefailure video files.....................................................121
Capturing video files...................................................................................................122
Viewing saved video files.............................................................................................122
Using Remote Console hot keys..........................................................................................122
Creating a hot key......................................................................................................122
Resetting hot keys........................................................................................................124
Using the text-based Remote Console......................................................................................124
Using the iLO Virtual Serial Port.........................................................................................124
Configuring the iLO Virtual Serial Port in the host system RBSU..........................................125
Configuring the iLO Virtual Serial Port for Linux...............................................................128
Configuring the iLO Virtual Serial Port for the Windows EMS Console................................129
Using the Text-based Remote Console (Textcons)..................................................................129
Customizing the Text-based Remote Console...................................................................130
Using the Text-based Remote Console............................................................................131
Using Linux with the Text-based Remote Console..............................................................131
Using iLO Virtual Media........................................................................................................131
Virtual Media operating system information.........................................................................133
Operating system USB requirement................................................................................133
Using Virtual Media with Windows 7............................................................................133
Operating system considerations: Virtual Floppy/USB key................................................133
Changing diskettes.................................................................................................133
Operating system considerations: Virtual CD/DVD-ROM..................................................134
Mounting a USB Virtual Media CD/DVD-ROM on Linux systems...................................134
Operating system considerations: Virtual Folder .............................................................134
Using iLO Virtual Media from the iLO web interface.............................................................135
Viewing and modifying the Virtual Media port................................................................135
Viewing and ejecting local media.................................................................................136
Connecting scripted media...........................................................................................136
Viewing and ejecting scripted media.............................................................................136
Using iLO Virtual Media from the Remote Console................................................................137
Using a Virtual Drive...................................................................................................137
Using a physical drive on a client PC........................................................................137
Using an image file................................................................................................137
Using an image file through a URL (IIS/Apache).........................................................137
Using the Create Media Image feature (Java IRC only).....................................................137
Creating an iLO disk image file................................................................................138
Copying data from an image file to a physical disk....................................................138
Using a Virtual Folder (.NET IRC only)............................................................................139
Setting up IIS for scripted Virtual Media..............................................................................139
Configuring IIS............................................................................................................139
Configuring IIS for read/write access.............................................................................140
Inserting Virtual Media with a helper application............................................................141
Sample Virtual Media helper application.......................................................................141
Configuring Virtual Media Boot Order................................................................................142
Changing the server boot order....................................................................................142
Changing the one-time boot status................................................................................143
Using the additional options.........................................................................................143
About server power..............................................................................................................143
Brownout recovery...........................................................................................................143
Graceful shutdown...........................................................................................................144
Power efficiency...............................................................................................................144
Using iLO Power Management...............................................................................................144
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Managing the server power..............................................................................................144
Configuring the System Power Restore Settings.....................................................................146
Viewing server power usage..............................................................................................146
Viewing the current power state.........................................................................................148
Viewing the server power history........................................................................................149
Configuring power settings................................................................................................149
Configuring Power Regulator settings.............................................................................149
Configuring power capping settings..............................................................................151
Configuring SNMP alert settings...................................................................................151
Configuring the persistent mouse and keyboard..............................................................152
Using iLO with Onboard Administrator....................................................................................152
Using the Active Onboard Administrator.............................................................................152
Starting the Onboard Administrator GUI.............................................................................153
Toggling the enclosure UID light.........................................................................................153
Enclosure bay IP addressing..............................................................................................154
Dynamic Power Capping for server blades..........................................................................154
iLO virtual fan.................................................................................................................154
iLO option.......................................................................................................................154
IPMI server management.......................................................................................................155
Using iLO with HP Insight Control server deployment ................................................................156
5 Integrating HP Systems Insight Manager....................................................157
HP SIM features....................................................................................................................157
Establishing SSO with HP SIM................................................................................................157
iLO identification and association...........................................................................................157
Viewing iLO status in HP SIM.............................................................................................157
iLO links in HP SIM..........................................................................................................158
Viewing iLO in HP SIM System(s) lists..................................................................................158
Receiving SNMP alerts in HP SIM...........................................................................................158
HP SIM port matching...........................................................................................................158
Reviewing iLO license information in HP SIM............................................................................159
6 Directory services...................................................................................160
Directory integration benefits..................................................................................................160
Choosing a directory configuration to use with iLO....................................................................160
Kerberos support..................................................................................................................161
Domain controller preparation...........................................................................................161
Realm names..............................................................................................................161
Computer accounts......................................................................................................161
User accounts.............................................................................................................161
Generating a keytab...................................................................................................162
Key version number................................................................................................162
Windows Vista.......................................................................................................162
Universal and global user groups (for authorization)........................................................163
Configuring iLO for Kerberos login.....................................................................................163
Using the iLO web interface..........................................................................................163
Using XML configuration and control scripts....................................................................164
Using the CLI, CLP, or SSH interface..............................................................................164
Time requirement.............................................................................................................164
Configuring single sign-on................................................................................................164
Internet Explorer..........................................................................................................164
Firefox.......................................................................................................................165
Chrome.....................................................................................................................165
Verifying single sign-on (HP Zero Sign In) configuration.........................................................166
Login by name................................................................................................................166
Schema-free directory integration............................................................................................166
Contents 7
Setting up schema-free directory integration.........................................................................167
Active Directory prerequisites........................................................................................167
Introduction to Certificate Services............................................................................167
Installing Certificate Services....................................................................................167
Verifying Certificate Services....................................................................................167
Configuring Automatic Certificate Request.................................................................167
Schema-free setup using the iLO web interface................................................................168
Schema-free setup using scripts.....................................................................................168
Schema-free setup with HP Directories Support for ProLiant Management Processors.............168
Schema-free setup options............................................................................................169
Minimum login flexibility.........................................................................................169
Better login flexibility..............................................................................................169
Maximum login flexibility.........................................................................................169
Schema-free nested groups...........................................................................................169
Setting up HP extended schema directory integration................................................................170
Features supported by HP schema directory integration.........................................................170
Setting up directory services..............................................................................................170
Schema documentation.....................................................................................................171
Directory services support.................................................................................................171
Schema required software.................................................................................................171
Schema Extender........................................................................................................172
Schema Preview window.........................................................................................172
Setup window........................................................................................................173
Results window......................................................................................................173
Management snap-in installer.......................................................................................174
Directory services for Active Directory.................................................................................174
Active Directory installation prerequisites........................................................................174
Installing Active Directory.............................................................................................175
For the schema-free configuration.............................................................................175
For HP extended schema.........................................................................................175
Snap-in installation and initialization for Active Directory..................................................176
Creating and configuring directory objects for use with iLO in Active Directory....................176
Directory services objects.............................................................................................177
Active Directory snap-ins.........................................................................................178
Role Restrictions tab................................................................................................179
Lights Out Management tab.........................................................................................181
Directory services for eDirectory.........................................................................................182
eDirectory installation prerequisites................................................................................182
Snap-in installation and initialization for eDirectory..........................................................182
Example: Creating and configuring directory objects for use with iLO devices in eDirectory...182
Directory services objects for eDirectory.........................................................................186
Role Managed Devices...........................................................................................186
Members tab.........................................................................................................186
Role Restrictions tab.....................................................................................................187
Time restrictions......................................................................................................188
Enforced client IP address or DNS name access.........................................................188
eDirectory Lights-Out Management................................................................................189
User login using directory services..........................................................................................190
Directory-enabled remote management....................................................................................190
Creating roles to follow organizational structure...................................................................191
Using existing groups..................................................................................................191
Using multiple roles.....................................................................................................191
How directory login restrictions are enforced.......................................................................192
Restricting roles...........................................................................................................193
Role time restrictions...............................................................................................193
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Role address restrictions..........................................................................................193
User restrictions...........................................................................................................193
User address restrictions..........................................................................................193
User time restrictions...............................................................................................194
Creating multiple restrictions and roles...........................................................................195
Using bulk import tools.....................................................................................................196
HP Directories Support for ProLiant Management Processors utility...............................................196
Compatibility..................................................................................................................196
HP Directories Support for ProLiant Management Processors package.....................................197
Using HP Directories Support for ProLiant Management Processors.........................................197
Finding management processors...................................................................................197
Upgrading firmware on management processors.............................................................200
Selecting a directory access method..............................................................................201
Naming management processors..................................................................................202
Configuring directories when HP extended schema is selected...........................................202
Configuring directories when schema-free integration is selected........................................206
Setting up management processors for directories............................................................207
7 Troubleshooting......................................................................................209
iLO 3 POST LED indicators.....................................................................................................209
Kernel debugging.................................................................................................................209
Event log entries...................................................................................................................210
Hardware and software link-related issues................................................................................213
Login issues.........................................................................................................................213
Login name and password not accepted.............................................................................214
Directory user premature logout.........................................................................................214
iLO management port not accessible by name.....................................................................214
iLO RBSU unavailable after iLO and server reset...................................................................214
Unable to access the login page........................................................................................215
Secure Connection Failed error when using Firefox browser...................................................215
Unable to return to login page after an iLO flash or reset......................................................216
Unable to access Virtual Media or graphical Remote Console................................................216
Unable to connect to iLO after changing network settings......................................................216
Unable to connect to iLO processor through NIC..................................................................216
Unable to log in to iLO after installing iLO certificate............................................................216
Unable to connect to iLO IP address...................................................................................216
Blocked iLO ports.............................................................................................................217
Troubleshooting alert and trap issues.......................................................................................217
Unable to receive HP SIM alarms (SNMP traps) from iLO.......................................................217
Incorrect authentication code..................................................................................................217
Using the iLO Security Override Switch for emergency access.....................................................218
Troubleshooting license installation..........................................................................................218
Troubleshooting directory issues .............................................................................................218
User contexts do not appear to work..................................................................................218
Directory user does not log out after directory timeout has expired.........................................218
Problems generating keytab by using ktpass.exe..................................................................218
Directory login fails...............................................................................................................219
Troubleshooting Remote Console issues...................................................................................219
Java IRC applet displays red X when Firefox is used to run Java IRC on Linux client ..................219
Unable to navigate single cursor of Remote Console to corners of Remote Console window.......219
Remote Console text window not updated correctly..............................................................219
Mouse or keyboard not working in .NET IRC or Java IRC......................................................219
.NET IRC sends characters continuously after switching windows ...........................................220
Java IRC does not display correct floppy and USB-key device.................................................220
Caps Lock out of sync between iLO and Java IRC.................................................................221
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Num Lock out of sync between iLO and Shared Remote Console............................................222
Keystrokes repeat unintentionally during Remote Console session............................................222
Session leader does not receive connection request when .NET IRC is in replay mode...............222
Keyboard LED does not work correctly................................................................................222
Inactive .NET IRC.............................................................................................................222
.NET IRC failed to connect to server...................................................................................223
File not present after copy from .NET IRC virtual drives to USB key..........................................223
.NET IRC takes a long time to verify application requirements................................................223
.NET IRC fails to start.......................................................................................................224
.NET IRC cannot be shared...............................................................................................224
Troubleshooting SSH issues....................................................................................................225
Initial PuTTY input slow.....................................................................................................225
PuTTY client unresponsive..................................................................................................225
SSH text support from text-based Remote Console session......................................................225
Troubleshooting video and monitor issues................................................................................225
User interface does not display correctly.............................................................................225
iLO Virtual Floppy media applet unresponsive..........................................................................225
Troubleshooting text-based Remote Console issues....................................................................225
Unable to view Linux installer in text-based Remote Console...................................................225
Unable to pass data through SSH terminal..........................................................................226
VSP-driven selection during the serial timeout window sends output to BIOS redirect instead of
VSP................................................................................................................................226
Scrolling and text appear irregular during BIOS redirection...................................................226
Troubleshooting miscellaneous issues.......................................................................................226
Cookie sharing between browser instances and iLO.............................................................226
Shared instances.........................................................................................................226
Cookie order..............................................................................................................227
Displaying the current session cookie.............................................................................227
Preventing cookie-related issues....................................................................................227
Unable to get SNMP information from HP SIM.....................................................................228
Unable to upgrade iLO firmware........................................................................................228
Recovering from a failed iLO firmware update......................................................................228
iLO network Failed Flash Recovery.....................................................................................229
Testing SSL......................................................................................................................229
Resetting iLO...................................................................................................................230
Resetting iLO to the factory default settings by using iLO RBSU...............................................230
Server name still present after System Erase Utility is executed................................................231
Certificate error when navigating to iLO web interface..........................................................231
Resolving a browser certificate error: Internet Explorer......................................................232
Resolving a browser certificate error: Firefox...................................................................233
8 Support and other resources....................................................................235
Information to collect before you contact HP.............................................................................235
How to contact HP................................................................................................................235
Registering for Software Technical Support and Update Service..................................................235
How to use Software Technical Support and Update Service..................................................235
HP Support Center................................................................................................................235
HP authorized resellers..........................................................................................................236
Related information...............................................................................................................236
9 Documentation feedback.........................................................................237
A iLO license options.................................................................................238
B Directory services schema........................................................................239
HP Management Core LDAP OID classes and attributes.............................................................239
Core classes....................................................................................................................239
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Core attributes.................................................................................................................239
Core class definitions.......................................................................................................239
hpqTarget..................................................................................................................239
hpqRole.....................................................................................................................240
hpqPolicy...................................................................................................................240
Core attribute definitions...................................................................................................240
hpqPolicyDN..............................................................................................................240
hpqRoleMembership....................................................................................................240
hpqTargetMembership.................................................................................................241
hpqRoleIPRestrictionDefault...........................................................................................241
hpqRoleIPRestrictions...................................................................................................241
hpqRoleTimeRestriction.................................................................................................242
Lights-Out Management specific LDAP OID classes and attributes................................................242
Lights-Out Management classes.........................................................................................242
Lights-Out Management attributes......................................................................................242
Lights-Out Management class definitions.............................................................................242
hpqLOMv100.............................................................................................................242
Lights-Out Management attribute definitions........................................................................243
hpqLOMRightLogin......................................................................................................243
hpqLOMRightRemoteConsole........................................................................................243
hpqLOMRightVirtualMedia...........................................................................................243
hpqLOMRightServerReset..............................................................................................243
hpqLOMRightLocalUserAdmin.......................................................................................244
hpqLOMRightConfigureSettings.....................................................................................244
C OID support for certificates......................................................................245
Glossary..................................................................................................247
Index.......................................................................................................250
Contents 11
1 Introduction to iLO
The iLO software can remotely perform most functions that otherwise require a visit to the servers
at the data center, computer room, or remote location. iLO allows you to do the following:
• Monitor server health. iLO monitors temperatures in the server and sends corrective signals to
the fans to maintain proper server cooling. iLO also monitors firmware versions and the status
of fans, memory, the network, processors, power supplies, and server hard drives.
• Access a high-performance and secure Integrated Remote Console to the server from anywhere
in the world if you have a network connection to the server.
There are two versions of the Integrated Remote Console:
◦ .NET IRC
◦ Java IRC
General references to the Remote Console apply to both the .NET IRC and Java IRC, unless
otherwise specified.
• Use the shared .NET IRC to collaborate with multiple server administrators.
• Remotely mount high-performance Virtual Media devices to the server.
• Use Virtual Power and Virtual Media from the GUI, the CLI, or the iLO scripting toolkit for
many tasks, including the automation of deployment and provisioning.
• Securely and remotely control the power state of the managed server.
• Monitor the power consumption and server power settings.
• Use local or directory-based user accounts to log in to iLO.
• Configure Kerberos authentication, which adds the HP Zero Sign In button to the login screen.
• Use iLO language packs to switch between English and another supported language.
For more information about the iLO 3 features, see http://www.hp.com/go/iLO3.
iLO web interface
The iLO web interface groups similar tasks for easy navigation and workflow. It is organized in a
navigational tree view located on the left side of the page. The top-level branches are Information,
Remote Console, Virtual Media, Power Management, Network, and Administration. If you have
a ProLiant server blade, the BL c-Class branch is included.
When 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 the
left of that branch. Each menu topic displays a page title that describes the information or
settings available on that page. The page title might not reflect the name that is displayed on
the menu option.
• Assistance for all iLO pages is available from the iLO help pages. To access page-specific
help, click the ? icon on the upper right side of the page.
• Typical administrator tasks are available from the Administration and Network branches of
the iLO web interface. These tasks are described in “Setting up iLO” (page 14) and
“Configuring iLO” (page 25).
• Typical user tasks are available from the Information, Remote Console, Virtual Media, Power
Management, and BL c-Class branches of the iLO web interface. These tasks are described
in “Using iLO” (page 92).
12 Introduction to iLO
For more information about iLO functionality and integration, see the following:
• “Integrating HP Systems Insight Manager” (page 157)
• “Directory services” (page 160)
• “Troubleshooting” (page 209)
iLO RBSU
You can use the iLO ROM-based setup utility to configure network parameters, global settings, and
user accounts. iLO RBSU is designed for the initial iLO setup, and is not intended for continued
iLO administration. iLO RBSU is available whenever the server is booted, and can be run remotely
through the Remote Console. Press F8 during POST to enter iLO RBSU.
You can disable iLO RBSU in the iLO RBSU Global Settings preferences or in the iLO web interface.
Disabling iLO RBSU prevents 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 44)
• “Using the iLO RBSU” (page 87)
iLO mobile app
The HP iLO mobile app provides access to the Remote Console of your HP ProLiant server from
your mobile device. The mobile app interacts directly with the iLO processor on HP ProLiant servers,
providing total control of the server at all times as long as the server is plugged in. For example,
you can access the server when it is in a healthy state or when it is powered off with a blank hard
drive. As an IT administrator, you can troubleshoot problems and perform software deployments
from almost anywhere.
For more information about the iLO mobile app, see http://www.hp.com/go/ilo/mobileapp.
iLO scripting and command line
You can use the iLO scripting tools to configure multiple iLO systems, to incorporate a standard
configuration into the deployment process, and to control servers and subsystems.
The HP iLO Scripting and Command Line Guide describes the syntax and tools available to use
iLO 3 through a command line or scripted interface.
iLO RBSU 13
2 Setting up iLO
The iLO default settings enable you to use most features without additional configuration. However,
the configuration flexibility of iLO enables customization for multiple enterprise environments. This
chapter discusses the initial iLO setup steps. For information about additional configuration options,
see “Configuring iLO” (page 25).
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 16).
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 21).
5. Install an iLO license. For more information, see “Activating iLO licensed features” (page 22).
6. If required, install the iLO drivers. For more information, see “Installing the iLO drivers”
(page 22).
Preparing to set up iLO
Before setting up an iLO management processor, you must decide how to handle networking and
security. 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 “Connecting
iLO to the network” (page 16).
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 connection
enables access to iLO from anywhere on the network and reduces the amount of
networking hardware and infrastructure required to support iLO. However, on a corporate
network, traffic can hinder iLO performance.
• A dedicated management network with the iLO port on a separate network. A separate
network improves performance and security because you can physically control which
workstations are connected to the network. A separate network also provides redundant
access to the server when a hardware failure occurs on the corporate network. In this
configuration, 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 acquire
an 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 from
DNS 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. A
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static IP address can be configured by using iLO RBSU. For more information, see
“Configuring a static IP address by using iLO RBSU” (page 17).
IMPORTANT: If you plan to use a static IP address, you must have the IP address before
starting the iLO setup process.
3. What access security is required, and what user accounts and privileges are needed?
iLO provides several options to control user access. Use one of the following methods to
prevent unauthorized access:
• Local accounts—Up to 12 user names and passwords can be stored in iLO. This is ideal
for small environments such as labs and small-sized or medium-sized businesses.
• Directory services—Use the corporate directory to manage iLO user access. This is ideal
for environments with a large number of users. If you plan to use directory services,
consider enabling at least one local administrator account for alternate access.
For more information about iLO access security, see “Configuring iLO security” (page 43).
4. How do you want to configure iLO?
iLO supports various interfaces for configuration and operation. This guide discusses the
following interfaces:
• Use iLO RBSU when the system environment does not use DHCP, DNS, or WINS. For
more information, see “Setting up iLO by using iLO RBSU” (page 16).
• Use the iLO web interface when you can connect to iLO on the network by using a web
browser. You can also use this method to reconfigure an iLO management processor.
For more information, see “Setting up iLO by using the iLO web interface” (page 21).
Other configuration options not discussed in this guide follow:
• HP Scripting Toolkit—This toolkit is a server deployment product for IT experts that provides
unattended automated installation for high-volume server deployments. For more
information, see the HP Scripting Toolkit for Linux User Guide and the HP Scripting Toolkit
for Windows User Guide.
• Scripting—You can use scripting for advanced setup of multiple iLO management
processors. Scripts are XML files written for a scripting language called RIBCL. You can
use RIBCL scripts to configure iLO on the network during initial deployment or from an
already deployed host.
The following methods are available:
◦ HP Lights-Out Configuration Utility (HPQLOCFG)—The HPQLOCFG.EXE utility replaces
the previously used CPQLOCFG.EXE utility. It is a Windows command line utility that
sends XML configuration and control scripts over the network to iLO.
◦ HP Lights-Out Online Configuration Utility (HPONCFG)—A local online scripted setup
utility that runs on the host and passes RIBCL scripts to the local iLO. HPONCFG
requires the HP iLO Channel Interface Driver.
◦ Custom scripting environments—The iLO scripting samples include a Perl sample that
can be used to send RIBCL scripts to iLO over the network.
◦ SMASH CLP—A command-line protocol that can be used when a command line is
accessible through SSH or the physical serial port.
For more information about these methods, see the HP iLO 3 Scripting and Command
Line Guide.
iLO sample scripts are available at the following website: http://www.hp.com/support/
iLO3.
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Connecting iLO to the network
Main NIC
iLO
Main NIC
Hub/Switch
Client PCs
Corporate
Network
Management Client
iLO
Hub/Switch
Main NIC
iLO
iLO
Main NIC
Hub/Switch
Client PCs
Corporate
Network
Dedicated
iLO Management
Network
Management Client
You can connect iLO to the network through a corporate network or a dedicated management
network.
• In a corporate network, the server has two network port types (server NICs and one iLO NIC)
connected to the corporate network, as shown in Figure 1 (page 16).
Figure 1 Corporate network diagram
• In a dedicated management network, the iLO port is on a separate network, as shown in
Figure 2 (page 16).
Figure 2 Dedicated management network diagram
Setting up iLO by using iLO RBSU
HP recommends using iLO RBSU to set up iLO for the first time and to configure iLO network
parameters for environments that do not use DHCP, DNS, or WINS.
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Configuring a static IP address by using iLO RBSU
This procedure is required only if you are using a static IP address. When you are using dynamic
IP addressing, your DHCP server automatically assigns an IP address for iLO.
NOTE: To simplify installation, HP recommends using DNS or DHCP with iLO.
To configure a static IP address:
1. Optional: If you access the server remotely, start an iLO remote console session.
You can use the .NET IRC or Java IRC.
2. Restart or power on the server.
3. Press F8 in the HP ProLiant POST screen.
The iLO RBSU screen appears.
4. Disable DHCP:
a. Select Network→DNS/DHCP, and then press Enter.
The Network Autoconfiguration window opens.
b. Select DHCP Enable, as shown in Figure 3 (page 17).
Figure 3 iLO RBSU Network Autoconfiguration window
c. Press the spacebar to set DHCP Enable to OFF, and then press F10 to save the changes.
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5. Enter the network settings:
a. Select Network→NIC 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 Address
fields, as shown in Figure 4 (page 18).
Figure 4 iLO RBSU Network Configuration window
c. Press F10 to save the changes.
6. Select File→Exit to exit iLO RBSU.
The changes take effect when you exit iLO RBSU.
Managing iLO users by using iLO RBSU
You can use iLO RBSU to perform the following user management tasks:
• “Adding user accounts” (page 18)
• “Editing user accounts” (page 20)
• “Removing user accounts” (page 20)
Adding user accounts
To add local iLO user accounts:
1. Optional: If you access the server remotely, start an iLO remote console session.
You can use the .NET IRC or Java IRC.
2. Restart or power on the server.
3. Press F8 in the HP ProLiant POST screen.
iLO RBSU starts.
4. Select User→Add, and then press Enter.
The Add User screen appears, as shown in Figure 5 (page 19).
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Figure 5 iLO RBSU Add User window
5. Enter the following user account details:
• User name appears in the user list on the User Administration page. It does not have to
be the same as the Login name. The maximum length for a user name is 39 characters.
The user name must use printable characters. Assigning descriptive user names can help
you to easily identify the owner of each login name.
• Login name is the name you must use when logging in to iLO. It appears in the user list
on the User Administration page, on the iLO Overview page, and in iLO logs. The Login
name does not have to be the same as the User name. The maximum length for a login
name is 39 characters. The login name must use printable characters.
• Password and Verify password set and confirm the password that is used for logging in
to iLO. The maximum length for a password is 39 characters. Enter the password twice
for verification.
6. Select from the following iLO privileges. To enable a privilege, set it to Yes. To disable a
privilege, set it to No.
• Administer User Accounts—Enables a user to add, edit, and delete local iLO user accounts.
A user with this privilege can change privileges for all users. If you do not have this
privilege, you can view your own settings and change your own password.
• Remote Console Access—Enables a user to remotely access the host system Remote
Console, including video, keyboard, and mouse control.
• Virtual Power and Reset—Enables a user to power-cycle or reset the host system. These
activities interrupt the system availability. A user with this privilege can diagnose the
system by using the Generate NMI to System button.
• Virtual Media—Enables a user to use the Virtual Media feature on the host system.
• Configure iLO Settings—Enables a user to configure most iLO settings, including security
settings, and to remotely update the iLO firmware. This privilege does not enable local
user account administration.
After iLO is configured, revoking this privilege from all users prevents reconfiguration
using the web interface, HPQLOCFG, or the CLI. Users who have access to iLO RBSU or
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HPONCFG can still reconfigure iLO. Only a user who has the Administer User Accounts
privilege can enable or disable this privilege.
7. Press F10 to save the new user account.
8. Repeat step 4 through step 7 until you are done creating user accounts.
9. Select File→Exit to exit iLO RBSU.
Editing user accounts
To edit a local iLO user account:
1. Optional: If you access the server remotely, start an iLO remote console session.
You can use the .NET IRC or Java IRC.
2. Restart or power on the server.
3. Press F8 in the HP ProLiant POST screen.
The iLO RBSU screen appears.
4. Select User→Edit, and then press Enter.
The Edit User screen appears, as shown in Figure 6 (page 20).
Figure 6 Editing user accounts
5. Select the user name that you want to edit, and then press Enter.
6. Update the user name, login name, password, or user privileges, and then press F10 to save
the changes.
7. Select File→Exit to exit iLO RBSU.
Removing user accounts
To remove a local iLO user account:
1. Optional: If you access the server remotely, start an iLO remote console session.
You can use the .NET IRC or Java IRC.
2. Restart or power on the server.
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3. Press F8 in the HP ProLiant POST screen.
The iLO RBSU screen appears.
4. Select User→Remove, and then press Enter.
The Remove User screen appears, as shown in Figure 7 (page 21).
Figure 7 Removing user accounts
5. Select the user that you want to remove, and then press Enter.
The iLO RBSU prompts you to confirm the request.
6. Press Enter to confirm the request.
7. Select File→Exit to exit iLO RBSU.
Setting up iLO by using the iLO web interface
You can use the iLO web interface to configure iLO if you can connect to iLO on the network by
using a web browser. You can also use this method to reconfigure an iLO management processor.
Access iLO from a remote network client by using a supported browser and providing the default
DNS name, user name, and password. For information about the DNS name and default user
account credentials, see “Logging in to iLO for the first time” (page 21).
For information about the configuration procedures available in the iLO web interface, see
“Configuring iLO” (page 25).
Logging in to iLO for the first time
The iLO firmware is configured with a default user name, password, and DNS name. Default user
information is located on the serial number/iLO information pull tab attached to the server that
contains the iLO management processor. Use these values to access iLO remotely from a network
client by using a web browser.
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NOTE: The serial number/iLO information pull tab is double-sided. One side shows the server
serial number, and the other side shows the default iLO account information. The same information
is printed on a label attached to the chassis.
The default values follow:
• User name—Administrator
• Password—A random eight-character alphanumeric string
• DNS name—ILOXXXXXXXXXXXX, 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 security
delay. For more information about login security, see “Login security” (page 46).
IMPORTANT: HP recommends changing the default values after you log in to iLO for the first
time. For instructions, see “Managing iLO users by using the iLO web interface” (page 32).
Activating iLO licensed features
To activate iLO licensed features, install an HP iLO license. iLO licenses activate functionality such
as graphical Remote Console with multi-user collaboration, video record/playback, and many
more advanced features. For licensing information and installation instructions, see “iLO licensing”
(page 31).
Installing the iLO drivers
iLO is an independent microprocessor running an embedded operating system. The architecture
ensures 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 to
communicate with iLO. Your OS and system configuration determine the driver requirements.
The iLO drivers are available from the HP Service Pack for ProLiant and the HP website.
• For Windows, Red Hat, and SLES—Download the SPP from http://www.hp.com/go/spp/
download and use it to install the iLO drivers.
For information about using the SPP, see the SPP documentation.
• For Windows, Red Hat, and SLES—Download the iLO drivers from the HP Support Center:
1. Navigate to the technical support page on the HP website: http://www.hp.com/support.
2. Select a country or region and a language.
The HP Support page opens.
3. Click the Drivers & Downloads link.
4. In the search box, enter the server model that you are using (for example, DL360).
A list of servers is displayed.
5. Click the link for your server.
The HP Support Center page for the server opens.
6. Click the link for the server operating system.
7. Download the iLO drivers.
• For VMware—Download the iLO drivers from the vibsdepot section of the Software Delivery
Repository website at http://downloads.linux.hp.com/SDR/index.html.
Follow the installation instructions provided with the downloaded software.
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For OS-specific driver information, see the following:
• “Microsoft device driver support” (page 23)
• “Linux device driver support” (page 23)
• “VMware device driver support” (page 24)
Microsoft device driver support
When 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 the
operating system to communicate with iLO. Install this driver in all configurations.
• HP ProLiant iLO 3/4 Management Controller Driver Package for Windows—This package
includes the following components:
◦ hpqilo3core provides iLO Management Controller Driver support.
◦ hpqilo3service provides the HP ProLiant Health Monitor Service and HP ProLiant
System Shutdown Service.
◦ hpqilo3whea is a helper service for Windows Hardware Error Architecture, which
passes information between iLO and the operating system in the event of a hardware
fault.
IMPORTANT: The Management Controller Driver Package is required to support Automatic
Server Recovery and the HP Insight Management Agents or HP Insight Management WBEM
Providers (if installed). For more information, see “Configuring iLO Management settings”
(page 84).
Linux device driver support
When you are using Linux with iLO, the following drivers are available:
• HP ProLiant Channel Interface Device Driver (hpilo)—This driver manages agent and tool
application access to iLO.
• HP System Health Application and Command Line Utilities (hp-health)—A collection of
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 SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11, Red Hat 5, and
Red Hat 6.
For open-source Linux distributions (Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora, and others), the hpilo driver is part
of the Linux kernel, so the driver is loaded automatically at startup.
Use the following commands to load the iLO drivers:
rpm -ivh hpilo-<d.vv.v-pp.Linux_version.arch>.rpm
rpm -ivh hp-health-<d.vv.v-pp.Linux_version.arch>.rpm
Where <d> is the Linux distribution and version, <vv.v-pp> are version numbers, and <arch>
is the architecture (i386 or x86_64).
Use the following commands to remove the iLO drivers:
rpm -e hpilo
rpm -e hp-health
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VMware device driver support
When you are using VMware with iLO, the following driver is available:
HP ProLiant Channel Interface Device Driver (hpilo)—This driver manages agent, WBEM provider,
and tool application access to iLO. It is included in the customized HP VMware images. For raw
VMware images, the driver must be installed manually.
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3 Configuring iLO
Typically, an advanced or administrative user who manages users and configures global and
network settings configures iLO. This guide provides information about configuring iLO by using
the iLO web interface and iLO RBSU.
TIP: You can also perform many iLO configuration tasks by using XML configuration and control
scripts or SMASH CLP. For information about using these methods, see the HP iLO 3 Scripting and
Command Line Guide, HP Scripting Toolkit for Linux User Guide, and HP Scripting Toolkit for
Windows User Guide.
Updating firmware
Firmware 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/root
privileges can update iLO firmware. If the iLO Security Override Switch is set, any out-of-band user
can update the firmware.
Due to the security enhancements in iLO 3 1.50 and later, the firmware image file is larger than
previous releases. To accommodate the larger firmware image file, you must have iLO 3 1.20 or
later installed to upgrade to iLO 3 1.50 or later. Upgrading from earlier firmware versions is not
supported.
To downgrade from iLO 3 1.50 or later to an earlier firmware version, you must disable FIPS
Mode. For instructions, see “Using encryption” (page 58).
You can update the iLO firmware by using an online or offline method. For more information, see
“Updating firmware by using an online method” (page 25) or “Updating firmware by using an
offline method” (page 26)
Updating firmware by using an online method
When you use an online method to update the firmware, no server reboot is required. You can
update the firmware and reset iLO without affecting the availability of the server host operating
system. The online update method can be performed in-band or out-of-band.
Performing an in-band firmware update
When you use this method to update the iLO firmware, the iLO firmware is sent to iLO directly
from the server host operating system. The HP ProLiant Channel Interface Driver is required for
host-based iLO firmware updates. During a host-based firmware update, the iLO firmware does
not verify login credentials or user privileges because the host-based utilities require a root login
(Linux and VMware) or Administrator login (Windows).
You can use the following in-band firmware update methods:
• iLO Online ROM Flash Component—Use an executable file to update iLO while the server is
operating. The executable file contains the installer and the firmware package. You can
download an iLO Online ROM Flash Component from the following HP website: http://
www.hp.com/support/ilo3.
• HPONCFG—Use the HP Lights-Out Online Configuration Utility to configure iLO by using XML
scripts. 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 about
scripting, 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 firmware
image file” (page 26).
Performing an out-of-band firmware update
When you use this method to update the iLO firmware, you use a network connection to
communicate with iLO directly.
You can use the following out-of-band firmware update methods:
• iLO web interface—Download the iLO Online ROM Flash Component and install it by using
the iLO web interface. For instructions, see “Updating the iLO firmware by using a browser”
(page 27).
• HPQLOCFG—Use 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 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 about
scripting, see the HP iLO 3 Scripting and Command Line Guide.
For instructions about obtaining the iLO firmware image, see “Obtaining the iLO firmware
image file” (page 26).
• HPLOMIG (also called HP Directories Support for Management Processors)—Download the
HP Directories Support for Management Processors executable file to access the directory
support components. One of the components, HPLOMIG, can be used to discover multiple
iLO processors and update their firmware in one step. You do not need to use directory
integration to take advantage of this feature. For more information, see “Upgrading firmware
on management processors” (page 200).
• SMASH CLP—Access SMASH CLP through the SSH port, and use standard commands to view
firmware information and update the firmware.
For more information about SMASH CLP, see the HP iLO 3 Scripting and Command Line
Guide.
NOTE: The SMASH CLP method for updating firmware is not supported for upgrading to
iLO 3 1.50 or later.
Updating firmware by using an offline method
When you use an offline method to update the firmware, you must reboot the server by using an
offline utility. Examples of offline firmware updates include the following:
• HP Service Pack for ProLiant—Use the HP 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 Toolkit—Use the Scripting Toolkit to configure several settings
within 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 for
Windows User Guide.
Obtaining the iLO firmware image file
The .bin file from the iLO Online ROM Flash Component is required for some of the methods you
can use to update the iLO firmware.
To download the iLO Online ROM Flash Component file, and then extract the .bin file:
1. Navigate to the technical support page on the HP website: http://www.hp.com/support.
2. Select a country or region and a language.
The HP Support page opens.
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3. Click the Drivers & Downloads link.
4. In the search box, enter the server model that you are using (for example, DL360).
A list of servers is displayed.
5. Click the link for your server.
The HP Support Center page for the server opens.
6. Click the link for your server operating system.
7. Follow the onscreen instructions to download the iLO Online ROM Flash Component file.
8. Double-click the downloaded file, and then click the Extract button.
9. Select a location for the extracted files, and then click OK.
The firmware image is a file similar to ilo3_<yyy>.bin, where <yyy> represents the
firmware version.
Updating the iLO firmware by using a browser
You can update the iLO firmware from any network client by using a supported browser. For a list
of supported browsers, see “Using the iLO web interface” (page 92).
To update the iLO firmware:
1. Obtain the firmware image file. For instructions, see “Obtaining the iLO firmware image file”
(page 26).
2. Navigate to the Administration→iLO Firmware page.
The Firmware Update page opens, as shown in Figure 8 (page 27).
Figure 8 Firmware Update page
3. Click Browse (Internet Explorer or Firefox) or Choose File (Chrome), and then specify the
location of the firmware image file in the File box.
4. Click Upload to start the update process.
The firmware update will not start if you navigate away from the Firmware Update page
before the upload is complete.
The iLO firmware receives, validates, and then flashes the firmware image. After the firmware
flashes and resets, iLO logs you out and the browser reconnects.
IMPORTANT: Do not interrupt a firmware update. If a firmware update is interrupted or fails,
attempt it again immediately. Do not reset iLO before reattempting the update.
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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 “Unable to upgrade iLO firmware” (page 228).
If an iLO firmware update is corrupted or canceled, and iLO is corrupted, see “iLO network Failed
Flash Recovery” (page 229).
Using language packs
Language packs enable you to easily switch the iLO web interface from English to a supported
language of your choice. Language packs currently provide translations for the iLO web interface,
.NET IRC, and Java IRC.
Consider the following when 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 pack
replaces the currently installed language pack, regardless of the language pack version.
• The language pack firmware is independent of the iLO firmware. Setting iLO to the factory
default settings does not remove an installed language pack.
• The Java IRC and .NET IRC use the language of the current iLO session.
• For localization support with the Java IRC on Windows systems, you must select the correct
language in the Regional and Language Options Control Panel.
• For localization support with the Java IRC on Linux systems, make sure that the fonts for the
specified language are installed and available to the JRE.
• If an installed language pack does not include the translation for a text string, the text is
displayed in English.
• When you update the iLO firmware, HP recommends downloading the latest language pack
to ensure that the language pack contents match the iLO web interface.
iLO 3 firmware version 1.50 or later requires version 1.50 or later of the iLO language pack.
• iLO uses the following process to determine the language of your session:
1. If you previously logged in to the iLO web interface on the same computer using the same
browser, and you have not cleared the cookies, the language setting of the last session
with that iLO processor is used.
2. If there is no cookie, the current browser language is used if it is supported by iLO and
the required language pack is installed. The supported languages are English (en),
Japanese (ja), and Simplified Chinese (zh).
3. Internet Explorer only: If the browser language is not supported, the OS language is used
if the language is supported by iLO, and the required language pack is installed.
4. If there is no cookie, and the browser or OS language is not supported, iLO uses the
configured default language. For more information, see “Configuring the default language
settings” (page 30).
Installing a language pack
1. 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 Administration→Access Settings→Language page, as shown in Figure 9
(page 29).
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Figure 9 Access Settings – Language page
4. Click Browse (Internet Explorer or Firefox) or Choose File (Chrome) 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. iLO will
automatically reboot after installing the new language pack. Are
you sure you want to install now?
6. Click OK to continue.
If you have a previously installed language pack, this language pack will replace it.
7. Click Upload.
iLO will automatically reboot after installing a language pack. This will end your browser
connection with iLO.
Wait at least 30 seconds before you attempt to re-establish a connection.
Selecting a language pack
After you have installed a language pack, you can select it in the following ways:
• From the login page, as shown in Figure 10 (page 30).
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Figure 10 Login page Language menu
• From the toolbar located on the bottom right side of the iLO web interface, as shown in
Figure 11 (page 30).
Figure 11 Toolbar Language menu
• From the Administration→Access Settings→Language page. For instructions, see “Configuring
the current language settings” (page 30).
Configuring the default language settings
To set the default language for the users of this instance of the iLO firmware:
1. Navigate to the Administration→Access Settings→Language page, as shown in Figure 9
(page 29).
2. Select a value in the Default Language menu.
The available languages are English and any other language for which a language pack is
installed.
3. Click Apply.
Configuring the current language settings
To set the current language of this browser session:
1. Navigate to the Administration→Access Settings→Language page, as shown in Figure 9
(page 29).
2. Select a value in the Current Language menu.
The available languages are English and any other language for which a language pack is
installed.
3. Click Apply.
Uninstalling a language pack
1. Navigate to the Administration→Access Settings→Language page, as shown in Figure 9
(page 29).
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?
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