HP Integrated Lights-Out 4 User Manual
HP iLO 4 User Guide
Abstract
This guide provides information about configuring, updating, and operating HP ProLiant Gen8 servers by using the HP iLO 4
firmware. This document is intended for system administrators, HP representatives, and HP Authorized Channel Partners who
are involved in configuring and using HP iLO 4 and HP ProLiant Gen8 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: 684918-006
Published: February 2014
Edition: 1
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Contents
1 Introduction to iLO....................................................................................14
Overview..............................................................................................................................14
HP iLO features......................................................................................................................14
iLO web interface...................................................................................................................15
ROM-based configuration utilities..............................................................................................15
iLO Mobile application............................................................................................................16
iLO scripting and command line...............................................................................................16
2 Setting up iLO..........................................................................................17
Preparing to set up iLO............................................................................................................17
Connecting iLO to the network.................................................................................................19
Setting up iLO by using iLO RBSU or the iLO 4 Configuration Utility...............................................20
Configuring a static IP address by using iLO RBSU..................................................................20
Configuring a static IP address by using the iLO 4 Configuration Utility.....................................22
Managing iLO users by using iLO RBSU................................................................................25
Adding iLO user accounts by using iLO RBSU...................................................................25
Editing user accounts.....................................................................................................26
Removing user accounts.................................................................................................27
Managing iLO users by using the iLO 4 Configuration Utility...................................................28
Adding iLO user accounts by using the iLO 4 Configuration Utility.......................................28
Editing or removing user accounts...................................................................................30
Setting up iLO by using the iLO web interface............................................................................32
Logging in to iLO for the first time.............................................................................................32
Activating iLO licensed features................................................................................................32
Installing the iLO drivers...........................................................................................................33
Microsoft device driver support............................................................................................34
Linux device driver support..................................................................................................34
VMware device driver support.............................................................................................35
3 Configuring iLO.......................................................................................36
Updating firmware..................................................................................................................36
Updating firmware by using an online method.......................................................................36
Performing an in-band firmware update............................................................................36
Performing an out-of-band firmware update.......................................................................37
Updating firmware by using an offline method.......................................................................37
Obtaining the iLO firmware image file..................................................................................37
Obtaining supported server firmware image files...................................................................38
Updating firmware by using a browser.................................................................................38
Using language packs............................................................................................................40
Installing a language pack..................................................................................................40
Selecting a language pack.................................................................................................41
Configuring the default language settings..............................................................................42
Configuring the current language settings..............................................................................42
Uninstalling a language pack..............................................................................................42
iLO licensing..........................................................................................................................43
Free iLO 60-day evaluation license.......................................................................................43
Installing an iLO license by using a browser..........................................................................44
Administering users.................................................................................................................44
Viewing local users............................................................................................................45
Viewing directory groups....................................................................................................46
Adding or editing local users..............................................................................................46
IPMI/DCMI users..........................................................................................................48
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Administering directory groups............................................................................................48
Deleting a user or a directory group.....................................................................................50
Configuring iLO Federation Management..................................................................................50
iLO Federation Management network requirements.................................................................51
Configuring the multicast options.........................................................................................51
Viewing iLO Federation Management group memberships.......................................................53
Managing iLO Federation Management group membership....................................................53
Removing an iLO system from an iLO Federation Management group........................................54
Configuring enclosure support for iLO Federation Management................................................54
Configuring iLO access settings................................................................................................55
Configuring service settings.................................................................................................55
Configuring IPMI/DCMI settings..........................................................................................57
Configuring access options.................................................................................................57
Logging in to iLO by using an SSH client...............................................................................60
Configuring iLO security..........................................................................................................60
General security guidelines.................................................................................................61
Passwords....................................................................................................................61
iLO RBSU and iLO 4 Configuration Utility security..............................................................61
iLO Security Override Switch administration......................................................................62
TPM support......................................................................................................................63
User accounts and access...................................................................................................63
User privileges..............................................................................................................64
Login security................................................................................................................64
Administering SSH keys......................................................................................................64
About SSH keys............................................................................................................64
Authorizing a new key by using the iLO web interface.......................................................65
Authorizing a new key by using the CLI............................................................................66
Deleting keys................................................................................................................67
Authorizing keys from an HP SIM server...........................................................................67
Administering SSL certificates..............................................................................................67
Viewing certificate information........................................................................................68
Obtaining and importing a certificate..............................................................................68
Configuring directory settings..............................................................................................70
Configuring authentication and directory server settings.....................................................71
Running directory tests...................................................................................................73
Viewing directory test results......................................................................................75
Using the directory test controls .................................................................................77
Using encryption................................................................................................................77
Viewing encryption enforcement settings...........................................................................78
Modifying the AES/DES encryption setting.......................................................................79
Connecting to iLO by using AES or 3DES encryption.....................................................79
Enabling FIPS Mode......................................................................................................79
Disabling FIPS Mode.....................................................................................................80
Configuring iLO for HP SSO................................................................................................80
Configuring iLO for HP SSO...........................................................................................81
Adding trusted certificates..............................................................................................82
Extracting the HP SIM server certificate........................................................................83
Viewing trusted certificates.............................................................................................83
Removing trusted certificates...........................................................................................84
Configuring Remote Console security settings.........................................................................84
Configuring Remote Console Computer Lock settings..........................................................84
Configuring the Integrated Remote Console Trust setting (.NET IRC)......................................86
Configuring the Login Security Banner..................................................................................86
Configuring iLO network settings..............................................................................................88
Viewing network settings.....................................................................................................88
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Configuring general network settings....................................................................................91
Configuring IPv4 settings....................................................................................................94
Configuring IPv6 settings....................................................................................................96
Configuring SNTP settings...................................................................................................99
Configuring and using the iLO Shared Network Port..................................................................100
Enabling the iLO Shared Network Port feature.....................................................................101
Enabling the iLO Shared Network Port feature through iLO RBSU.......................................101
Enabling the iLO Shared Network Port feature through the iLO 4 Configuration Utility..........102
Enabling the iLO Shared Network Port feature through the iLO web interface......................103
Re-enabling the iLO Dedicated Network Port.......................................................................104
Enabling the iLO Dedicated Network Port through iLO RBSU.............................................104
Enabling the iLO Dedicated Network Port through the iLO 4 Configuration Utility.................104
Enabling the iLO Dedicated Network Port through the web interface..................................106
Configuring iLO Management settings.....................................................................................106
Installing AMS or the Insight Management Agents................................................................107
Verifying the AMS installation.......................................................................................108
Verifying AMS installation: Windows........................................................................108
Verifying AMS installation: SUSE and Red Hat...........................................................109
Verifying AMS installation: VMware..........................................................................109
Verifying AMS installation: Ubuntu............................................................................109
Configuring SNMP settings...............................................................................................109
Configuring SNMPv3 Users...............................................................................................111
Configuring the SNMPv3 Engine ID...................................................................................112
Configuring SNMP alerts..................................................................................................112
Using the AMS Control Panel to configure SNMP and SNMP alerts (Windows only)............113
SNMP traps................................................................................................................114
Configuring Insight Management integration.......................................................................116
Configuring AlertMail settings...........................................................................................117
Enabling AlertMail......................................................................................................117
Disabling AlertMail.....................................................................................................118
Configuring Remote Syslog settings....................................................................................118
Enabling iLO Remote Syslog.........................................................................................118
Disabling iLO Remote Syslog........................................................................................119
Configuring Remote Support..................................................................................................119
Insight Remote Support Overview.......................................................................................119
Data collected by Insight Remote Support............................................................................120
Prerequisites....................................................................................................................122
Registering for Insight Remote Support by using the iLO web interface.....................................122
Registering for Insight Remote Support by using Direct Connect.........................................122
Editing the web proxy settings..................................................................................125
Registering for Insight Remote Support by using Central Connect.......................................125
Unregistering from Insight Remote Support by using the iLO web interface...............................127
Unregistering from Insight Remote Support Direct Connect configurations............................127
Unregistering from Insight Remote Support Central Connect configurations..........................127
Working with Insight Remote Support service events.............................................................127
Using maintenance mode.............................................................................................128
Sending a test service event..........................................................................................128
Viewing the Service Event Log.......................................................................................129
Clearing the Service Event Log......................................................................................129
Viewing and sending Remote Support data collection information..........................................130
Sending data collection information...............................................................................130
Sending Active Health System reporting information.........................................................131
Configuring iLO by using the ROM-based utilities......................................................................132
Using the iLO RBSU..........................................................................................................132
Accessing the iLO RBSU...............................................................................................132
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Configuring NIC and TCP/IP settings.............................................................................132
Configuring DNS/DHCP settings...................................................................................133
Configuring global settings by using iLO RBSU................................................................134
Configuring serial CLI options by using iLO RBSU............................................................135
Using the UEFI System Utilities iLO 4 Configuration Utility......................................................136
Accessing the iLO 4 Configuration Utility menu...............................................................136
Configuring Network Options.......................................................................................137
Configuring Advanced Network Options........................................................................139
Configuring access settings by using the iLO 4 Configuration Utility...................................140
Viewing information about iLO by using the iLO 4 Configuration Utility..............................142
4 Using iLO..............................................................................................144
Using the iLO web interface...................................................................................................144
Browser support...............................................................................................................144
Logging in to iLO.............................................................................................................144
Handling an unknown authority.........................................................................................146
Using the iLO controls.......................................................................................................146
Starting a remote management tool....................................................................................146
Language pack support....................................................................................................146
Viewing iLO overview information...........................................................................................146
Viewing system information...............................................................................................147
Viewing status information.................................................................................................148
Viewing the active iLO sessions..........................................................................................149
Viewing iLO system information..............................................................................................149
Viewing health summary information..................................................................................149
Viewing fan information....................................................................................................150
Viewing temperature information .......................................................................................152
Viewing the temperature graph.....................................................................................153
Viewing temperature sensor data...................................................................................153
Viewing power information...............................................................................................155
Viewing processor information...........................................................................................159
Viewing memory information.............................................................................................160
Advanced Memory Protection.......................................................................................160
Memory Summary.......................................................................................................162
Memory Details..........................................................................................................162
Viewing network information.............................................................................................164
Viewing storage information..............................................................................................165
Controllers.................................................................................................................167
Drive Enclosures..........................................................................................................168
Logical Drives.............................................................................................................168
Physical Drives............................................................................................................168
Viewing firmware information............................................................................................169
Using the iLO Event Log.........................................................................................................170
Viewing the iLO Event Log.................................................................................................170
Saving the iLO Event Log...................................................................................................171
Clearing the iLO Event Log................................................................................................172
Using the Integrated Management Log....................................................................................172
Viewing the IML...............................................................................................................173
Marking a log entry as repaired........................................................................................174
Adding a maintenance note to the IML...............................................................................175
Saving the IML................................................................................................................175
Clearing the IML..............................................................................................................175
Using the HP Active Health System..........................................................................................176
Downloading the Active Health System log for a date range..................................................176
Downloading the entire Active Health System log.................................................................178
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Extracting the Active Health System log by using curl............................................................178
Clearing the Active Health System log................................................................................179
Using iLO diagnostics............................................................................................................179
Resetting iLO through the web interface..............................................................................181
Using Location Discovery Services...........................................................................................181
Using the HP Insight Management Agents................................................................................183
Using iLO Federation Management.........................................................................................183
Viewing the iLO Federation Management Multi-System Map..................................................184
Viewing server health and model information......................................................................185
Viewing critical and degraded systems...............................................................................186
Using the iLO Federation Management group power feature..................................................187
Changing the power state for multiple servers.................................................................187
Viewing servers affected by the Virtual Power Button........................................................188
Configuring iLO Federation Management group power settings..............................................189
Configuring Automatic Group Power Capping settings.....................................................190
Using the iLO Federation Management firmware update feature.............................................191
Updating firmware for multiple servers...........................................................................191
Viewing affected systems..............................................................................................193
Using the iLO Federation Management Virtual Media feature................................................193
Connecting scripted media for groups............................................................................193
Viewing and ejecting scripted media for groups..............................................................194
Viewing affected systems..............................................................................................195
Using the Integrated Remote Console......................................................................................195
.NET IRC requirements......................................................................................................195
Microsoft .NET Framework............................................................................................196
Microsoft ClickOnce....................................................................................................196
Java IRC requirements......................................................................................................196
Recommended client settings........................................................................................197
Recommended server settings.......................................................................................197
Starting the Remote Console..............................................................................................197
Acquiring the Remote Console...........................................................................................199
Using the Remote Console power switch.............................................................................200
Using iLO Virtual Media from the Remote Console................................................................200
Using Shared Remote Console (.NET IRC only)....................................................................200
Using Console Capture (.NET IRC only)..............................................................................201
Viewing Server Startup and Server Prefailure sequences...................................................202
Saving Server Startup and Server Prefailure video files.....................................................202
Capturing video files...................................................................................................203
Viewing saved video files.............................................................................................203
Creating Remote Console hot keys.....................................................................................203
Creating a hot key......................................................................................................204
Resetting hot keys........................................................................................................205
Using the text-based Remote Console......................................................................................205
Using the iLO Virtual Serial Port.........................................................................................205
Configuring the iLO Virtual Serial Port in the host system RBSU..........................................206
Configuring the iLO Virtual Serial Port in the UEFI System Utilities.......................................209
Configuring the iLO Virtual Serial Port for Linux...............................................................213
Configuring the iLO Virtual Serial Port for the Windows EMS Console................................213
Starting an iLO Virtual Serial Port session........................................................................214
Viewing the iLO Virtual Serial Port log............................................................................214
Using the Text-based Remote Console (Textcons)..................................................................215
Customizing the Text-based Remote Console...................................................................215
Using the Text-based Remote Console............................................................................216
Using Linux with the Text-based Remote Console..............................................................216
Using iLO Virtual Media........................................................................................................216
Contents 7
Virtual Media operating system information.........................................................................218
Operating system USB requirement................................................................................218
Using Virtual Media with Windows 7............................................................................218
Operating system considerations: Virtual Floppy/USB key................................................218
Changing diskettes.................................................................................................219
Operating system considerations: Virtual CD/DVD-ROM..................................................219
Mounting a USB Virtual Media CD/DVD-ROM on Linux systems...................................219
Operating system considerations: Virtual Folder .............................................................220
Using iLO Virtual Media from the iLO web interface.............................................................220
Viewing and modifying the Virtual Media port................................................................220
Viewing and ejecting local media.................................................................................221
Connecting scripted media...........................................................................................221
Viewing and ejecting scripted media.............................................................................221
Using iLO Virtual Media from the Remote Console................................................................222
Using a Virtual Drive...................................................................................................222
Using a physical drive on a client PC........................................................................222
Using an image file................................................................................................222
Using an image file through a URL (IIS/Apache).........................................................222
Using the Create Media Image feature (Java IRC only).....................................................222
Creating an iLO disk image file................................................................................223
Copying data from an image file to a physical disk....................................................223
Using a Virtual Folder (.NET IRC only)............................................................................224
Setting up IIS for scripted Virtual Media..............................................................................224
Configuring IIS............................................................................................................224
Configuring IIS for read/write access.............................................................................225
Inserting Virtual Media with a helper application............................................................226
Sample Virtual Media helper application.......................................................................226
Configuring Virtual Media Boot Order................................................................................227
Changing the server boot mode....................................................................................227
Changing the server boot order....................................................................................228
Changing the one-time boot status................................................................................228
Using the additional options.........................................................................................229
About server power..............................................................................................................229
Powering on the server.....................................................................................................229
Brownout recovery...........................................................................................................230
Graceful shutdown...........................................................................................................230
Power efficiency...............................................................................................................230
Using iLO Power Management...............................................................................................231
Managing the server power..............................................................................................231
Configuring the System Power Restore Settings.....................................................................232
Viewing server power usage..............................................................................................233
Viewing the current power state.........................................................................................234
Viewing the server power history........................................................................................235
Configuring power settings................................................................................................235
Configuring Power Regulator settings.............................................................................236
Configuring power capping settings..............................................................................237
Configuring SNMP alert settings...................................................................................238
Configuring the persistent mouse and keyboard..............................................................238
Using iLO with Onboard Administrator....................................................................................238
Using the Active Onboard Administrator.............................................................................238
Starting the Onboard Administrator GUI.............................................................................239
Toggling the enclosure UID light.........................................................................................239
Enclosure bay IP addressing..............................................................................................240
Dynamic Power Capping for server blades..........................................................................240
iLO virtual fan.................................................................................................................240
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iLO option.......................................................................................................................240
IPMI server management.......................................................................................................241
Using iLO with HP Insight Control server deployment ................................................................242
Using HP Enterprise Secure Key Manager with iLO....................................................................242
Configuring key manager servers.......................................................................................243
Adding key manager configuration details..........................................................................243
Testing the ESKM configuration..........................................................................................244
Viewing Enterprise Secure Key Manager events...................................................................245
Viewing remote management tool information..........................................................................245
Starting a remote management tool....................................................................................245
Deleting a remote manager configuration...........................................................................246
Using iLO with HP OneView..............................................................................................246
5 Integrating HP Systems Insight Manager....................................................247
HP SIM features....................................................................................................................247
Establishing SSO with HP SIM................................................................................................247
iLO identification and association...........................................................................................247
Viewing iLO status in HP SIM.............................................................................................247
iLO links in HP SIM..........................................................................................................248
Viewing iLO in HP SIM System(s) lists..................................................................................248
Receiving SNMP alerts in HP SIM...........................................................................................248
HP SIM port matching...........................................................................................................248
Reviewing iLO license information in HP SIM............................................................................249
6 Directory services...................................................................................250
Directory integration benefits..................................................................................................250
Choosing a directory configuration to use with iLO....................................................................250
Kerberos support..................................................................................................................251
Domain controller preparation...........................................................................................251
Realm names..............................................................................................................251
Computer accounts......................................................................................................251
User accounts.............................................................................................................252
Generating a keytab...................................................................................................252
Key version number................................................................................................252
Windows Vista.......................................................................................................253
Universal and global user groups (for authorization)........................................................253
Configuring iLO for Kerberos login.....................................................................................253
Using the iLO web interface..........................................................................................253
Using XML configuration and control scripts....................................................................254
Using the CLI, CLP, or SSH interface..............................................................................254
Time requirement.............................................................................................................254
Configuring single sign-on................................................................................................254
Internet Explorer..........................................................................................................255
Firefox.......................................................................................................................255
Chrome.....................................................................................................................256
Verifying single sign-on (HP Zero Sign In) configuration.........................................................256
Login by name................................................................................................................256
Schema-free directory integration............................................................................................256
Setting up schema-free directory integration.........................................................................257
Active Directory prerequisites........................................................................................257
Introduction to Certificate Services............................................................................257
Installing Certificate Services....................................................................................257
Verifying Certificate Services....................................................................................257
Configuring Automatic Certificate Request.................................................................257
Schema-free setup using the iLO web interface................................................................258
Schema-free setup using scripts.....................................................................................258
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Schema-free setup with HP Directories Support for ProLiant Management Processors.............258
Schema-free setup options............................................................................................259
Minimum login flexibility.........................................................................................259
Better login flexibility..............................................................................................259
Maximum login flexibility.........................................................................................259
Schema-free nested groups...........................................................................................259
Setting up HP extended schema directory integration................................................................260
Features supported by HP schema directory integration.........................................................260
Setting up directory services..............................................................................................260
Schema documentation.....................................................................................................261
Directory services support.................................................................................................261
Schema required software.................................................................................................261
Schema Extender........................................................................................................262
Schema Preview window.........................................................................................262
Setup window........................................................................................................263
Results window......................................................................................................263
Management snap-in installer.......................................................................................264
Directory services for Active Directory.................................................................................264
Active Directory installation prerequisites........................................................................264
Installing Active Directory.............................................................................................265
For the schema-free configuration.............................................................................265
For HP extended schema.........................................................................................265
Snap-in installation and initialization for Active Directory..................................................266
Creating and configuring directory objects for use with iLO in Active Directory....................266
Directory services objects.............................................................................................267
Active Directory snap-ins.........................................................................................268
Role Restrictions tab................................................................................................269
Lights Out Management tab.........................................................................................271
Directory services for eDirectory.........................................................................................272
eDirectory installation prerequisites................................................................................272
Snap-in installation and initialization for eDirectory..........................................................272
Example: Creating and configuring directory objects for use with iLO devices in eDirectory...272
Directory services objects for eDirectory.........................................................................276
Role Managed Devices...........................................................................................276
Members tab.........................................................................................................276
Role Restrictions tab.....................................................................................................277
Time restrictions......................................................................................................278
Enforced client IP address or DNS name access.........................................................278
eDirectory Lights-Out Management................................................................................279
User login using directory services..........................................................................................280
Directory-enabled remote management....................................................................................280
Creating roles to follow organizational structure...................................................................281
Using existing groups..................................................................................................281
Using multiple roles.....................................................................................................281
How directory login restrictions are enforced.......................................................................282
Restricting roles...........................................................................................................283
Role time restrictions...............................................................................................283
Role address restrictions..........................................................................................283
User restrictions...........................................................................................................283
User address restrictions..........................................................................................283
User time restrictions...............................................................................................284
Creating multiple restrictions and roles...........................................................................285
Using bulk import tools.....................................................................................................286
HP Directories Support for ProLiant Management Processors utility...............................................286
Compatibility..................................................................................................................286
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HP Directories Support for ProLiant Management Processors package.....................................287
Using HP Directories Support for ProLiant Management Processors.........................................287
Finding management processors...................................................................................287
Upgrading firmware on management processors.............................................................289
Selecting a directory access method..............................................................................291
Naming management processors..................................................................................291
Configuring directories when HP extended schema is selected...........................................292
Configuring directories when schema-free integration is selected........................................296
Setting up management processors for directories............................................................296
7 Troubleshooting......................................................................................298
Kernel debugging.................................................................................................................298
Event log entries...................................................................................................................299
Hardware and software link-related issues................................................................................301
Login issues.........................................................................................................................302
Login name and password not accepted.............................................................................302
Directory user premature logout.........................................................................................302
iLO management port not accessible by name.....................................................................303
iLO RBSU unavailable after iLO and server reset...................................................................303
Unable to access the login page........................................................................................303
Secure Connection Failed error when using Firefox browser...................................................303
Unable to return to login page after an iLO flash or reset......................................................304
Unable to access Virtual Media or graphical Remote Console................................................304
Unable to connect to iLO after changing network settings......................................................304
Unable to connect to iLO processor through NIC..................................................................304
Unable to log in to iLO after installing iLO certificate............................................................305
Unable to connect to iLO IP address...................................................................................305
Blocked iLO ports.............................................................................................................305
Troubleshooting alert and trap issues.......................................................................................305
Unable to receive HP SIM alarms (SNMP traps) from iLO.......................................................306
Using the iLO Security Override Switch for emergency access.....................................................306
Troubleshooting license installation..........................................................................................306
Troubleshooting directory issues .............................................................................................306
User contexts do not appear to work..................................................................................307
Directory user does not log out after directory timeout has expired.........................................307
Problems generating keytab by using ktpass.exe..................................................................307
Troubleshooting Remote Console issues...................................................................................307
Java IRC applet displays red X when Firefox is used to run Java IRC on Linux client ..................307
Unable to navigate single cursor of Remote Console to corners of Remote Console window.......307
Remote Console text window not updated correctly..............................................................307
Mouse or keyboard not working in .NET IRC or Java IRC......................................................308
.NET IRC sends characters continuously after switching windows ...........................................308
Java IRC does not display correct floppy and USB-key device.................................................308
Caps Lock out of sync between iLO and Java IRC.................................................................309
Num Lock out of sync between iLO and Shared Remote Console............................................310
Keystrokes repeat unintentionally during Remote Console session............................................310
Session leader does not receive connection request when .NET IRC is in replay mode...............310
Keyboard LED does not work correctly................................................................................310
Inactive .NET IRC.............................................................................................................310
.NET IRC failed to connect to server...................................................................................311
File not present after copy from .NET IRC virtual drives to USB key..........................................311
.NET IRC takes a long time to verify application requirements................................................311
.NET IRC fails to start.......................................................................................................312
.NET IRC cannot be shared...............................................................................................312
.NET IRC launch is blocked by Google Chrome...................................................................313
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iLO Virtual Floppy media applet unresponsive......................................................................313
Troubleshooting SSH issues....................................................................................................313
Initial PuTTY input slow.....................................................................................................313
PuTTY client unresponsive..................................................................................................314
SSH text support from text-based Remote Console session......................................................314
Troubleshooting text-based Remote Console issues....................................................................314
Unable to view Linux installer in text-based Remote Console...................................................314
Unable to pass data through SSH terminal..........................................................................314
VSP-driven selection during the serial timeout window sends output to BIOS redirect instead of
VSP................................................................................................................................314
Scrolling and text appear irregular during BIOS redirection...................................................314
Troubleshooting Remote Support issues....................................................................................315
SSL Bio Error during Insight RS registration..........................................................................315
HP ProLiant Gen8 server identified in Insight Online as <product name>_<serial number> and in
Insight RS as <serial number>............................................................................................315
HP ProLiant Gen8 server OS name and version not listed in Insight RS or Insight Online............315
Connection error during iLO Direct Connect registration........................................................316
iLO session ends unexpectedly during iLO Direct Connect registration.....................................316
Troubleshooting iLO Federation Management issues..................................................................316
Query errors occur on iLO Federation Management pages....................................................316
A timeout error is displayed on the Multi-System Map page...................................................317
A 502 error is displayed on the Multi-System Map page.......................................................317
A 403 error is displayed on the Multi-System Map page.......................................................318
iLO peers are not displayed..............................................................................................318
iLO peers are displayed with IPv6 addresses on IPv4 networks...............................................318
Troubleshooting miscellaneous issues.......................................................................................318
Cookie sharing between browser instances and iLO.............................................................318
Shared instances.........................................................................................................319
Cookie order..............................................................................................................319
Displaying the current session cookie.............................................................................319
Preventing cookie-related issues....................................................................................320
Unable to get SNMP information from HP SIM.....................................................................320
Unable to upgrade iLO firmware........................................................................................320
iLO Firmware update does not finish...................................................................................320
iLO network Failed Flash Recovery.....................................................................................321
Testing SSL......................................................................................................................321
Resetting iLO...................................................................................................................322
Resetting iLO by using the iLO 4 Configuration Utility.......................................................323
Resetting iLO to the factory default settings by using iLO RBSU...............................................324
Resetting iLO to the factory default settings by using the iLO 4 Configuration Utility...................325
Server name still present after System Erase Utility is executed................................................326
Certificate error when navigating to iLO web interface..........................................................327
Resolving a browser certificate error: Internet Explorer......................................................327
Resolving a browser certificate error: Firefox...................................................................329
Resolving a browser certificate error: Chrome..................................................................330
8 Support and other resources....................................................................331
Information to collect before you contact HP.............................................................................331
How to contact HP................................................................................................................331
Registering for Software Technical Support and Update Service..................................................331
How to use Software Technical Support and Update Service..................................................331
HP Support Center................................................................................................................331
HP authorized resellers..........................................................................................................332
Related information...............................................................................................................332
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9 Documentation feedback.........................................................................334
A iLO license options.................................................................................335
B FlexibleLOM support...............................................................................337
C Directory services schema.......................................................................339
HP Management Core LDAP OID classes and attributes.............................................................339
Core classes....................................................................................................................339
Core attributes.................................................................................................................339
Core class definitions.......................................................................................................339
hpqTarget..................................................................................................................339
hpqRole.....................................................................................................................340
hpqPolicy...................................................................................................................340
Core attribute definitions...................................................................................................340
hpqPolicyDN..............................................................................................................340
hpqRoleMembership....................................................................................................340
hpqTargetMembership.................................................................................................341
hpqRoleIPRestrictionDefault...........................................................................................341
hpqRoleIPRestrictions...................................................................................................341
hpqRoleTimeRestriction.................................................................................................342
Lights-Out Management specific LDAP OID classes and attributes................................................342
Lights-Out Management classes.........................................................................................342
Lights-Out Management attributes......................................................................................342
Lights-Out Management class definitions.............................................................................342
hpqLOMv100.............................................................................................................342
Lights-Out Management attribute definitions........................................................................343
hpqLOMRightLogin......................................................................................................343
hpqLOMRightRemoteConsole........................................................................................343
hpqLOMRightVirtualMedia...........................................................................................343
hpqLOMRightServerReset..............................................................................................343
hpqLOMRightLocalUserAdmin.......................................................................................344
hpqLOMRightConfigureSettings.....................................................................................344
Glossary..................................................................................................345
Index.......................................................................................................349
Contents 13
1 Introduction to iLO
Overview
The HP iLO Management Engine is a set of embedded management features that support the
complete life cycle of the server, from initial deployment, to ongoing management, to service
alerting and remote support. HP iLO is one feature of the HP iLO Management Engine.
The HP iLO subsystem is a standard component of HP ProLiant servers that simplifies initial server
setup, server health monitoring, power and thermal optimization, and remote server administration.
The HP iLO subsystem includes an intelligent microprocessor, secure memory, and a dedicated
network interface. This design makes HP iLO independent of the host server and its operating
system.
HP iLO enables and manages the Active Health System and also features Agentless Management.
HP iLO monitors all key internal subsystems. When enabled, SNMP alerts are sent directly by HP
iLO, regardless of the host operating system or whether a host operating system is installed.
Embedded remote support software is available on HP ProLiant Gen8 servers with iLO 4, regardless
of the operating system software and without installing OS agents on the server.
HP iLO features
Using HP iLO, you can 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 internal storage.
• Download the Active Health System log. You can send the log file to HP when you have an
open support case.
• Manage multiple servers at one time by using the iLO Federation management features.
• 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 up to four 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.
• Implement true Agentless Management with SNMP alerts from HP iLO, regardless of the state
of the host server.
• Register a ProLiant Gen8 server for HP Insight Remote Support.
• 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.
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• Use iLO language packs to switch between English and another supported language.
• Control iLO by using a remote management tool.
iLO web interface
The iLO web interface groups similar tasks for easy navigation and workflow. The interface is
organized in a navigational tree view located on the left side of the page. The top-level branches
are Information, iLO Federation, Remote Console, Virtual Media, Power Management, Network,
Remote Support, and Administration. If you have a ProLiant server blade, the BL c-Class branch is
included. When a remote management tool is used with iLO, the <Remote Management Tool
Name> page 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 iLO Federation, Network, Remote Support,
Administration, and <Remote Management Tool Name> branches of the iLO web interface.
These tasks are described in “Setting up iLO” (page 17) and “Configuring iLO” (page 36).
• Typical user tasks are available from the Information, Remote Console, Virtual Media, Power
Management, iLO Federation, and BL c-Class branches of the iLO web interface. These tasks
are described in “Using iLO” (page 144).
For more information about iLO functionality and integration, see the following:
• “Integrating HP Systems Insight Manager” (page 247)
• “Directory services” (page 250)
• “Troubleshooting” (page 298)
ROM-based configuration utilities
Depending on your server model, you can use iLO RBSU or the iLO 4 Configuration Utility to
configure network parameters, global settings, and user accounts. On servers that support UEFI,
such as the HP ProLiant DL580 Gen8 server, use the iLO 4 Configuration Utility in the UEFI System
Utilities. On all other servers, use iLO RBSU.
iLO RBSU and the iLO 4 Configuration Utility are designed for the initial iLO setup, and are not
intended for continued iLO administration. You can start these utilities when the server is booted,
and you can run them remotely with the Remote Console.
To determine whether your server supports iLO RBSU or the iLO 4 Configuration Utility, see your
server documentation.
You can configure iLO to require users to log in when they access these utilities, or you can disable
the utilities for all users. These settings can be configured in the iLO access options. Disabling iLO
RBSU or the iLO 4 Configuration Utility prevents reconfiguration from the host unless the iLO Security
Override Switch is set. For more information, see “Configuring access options” (page 57).
To access the ROM-based configuration utilities:
• iLO RBSU—Press F8 during POST to enter iLO RBSU.
• iLO 4 Configuration Utility—Press F9 during POST to enter the UEFI System Utilities, and then
select System Configuration→iLO 4 Configuration Utility.
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NOTE: On servers that use the system RBSU, the iLO option ROM lists the installed license and
the firmware version. This information is not listed in the option ROM on UEFI systems.
iLO Mobile application
The HP iLO Mobile application provides access to the Remote Console of your HP ProLiant server
from your mobile device. The mobile application 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 application, 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 4 through a command line or scripted interface.
16 Introduction to iLO
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 36).
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 17).
2. Connect iLO to the network.
For more information, see “Connecting iLO to the network” (page 19).
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 or the iLO 4 Configuration
Utility” (page 20).
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 or the iLO 4 Configuration
Utility” (page 20) or “Setting up iLO by using the iLO web interface” (page 32).
5. Install an iLO license. For more information, see “Activating iLO licensed features” (page 32).
6. If required, install the iLO drivers.
For more information, see “Installing the iLO drivers” (page 33).
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 19).
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
static IP address can be configured by using iLO RBSU or the iLO 4 Configuration Utility.
Preparing to set up iLO 17
For more information, see “Configuring a static IP address by using iLO RBSU” (page 20)
and “Configuring a static IP address by using the iLO 4 Configuration Utility” (page 22).
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. You must use one of the following methods
to prevent unauthorized access to corporate IT assets:
• 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 that have 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 60).
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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 or the iLO 4 Configuration Utility when the system environment does not
use DHCP, DNS, or WINS. For more information, see “Setting up iLO by using iLO RBSU
or the iLO 4 Configuration Utility” (page 20).
• 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 32).
Other configuration options not discussed in this guide follow:
• HP Intelligent Provisioning—Press F10 during POST to start HP Intelligent Provisioning.
For information about the iLO settings you can configure, see the HP Intelligent Provisioning
User Guide.
• 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 4 Scripting and Command
Line Guide.
Connecting iLO to the network
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 20).
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Figure 1 Corporate network diagram
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
• In a dedicated management network, the iLO port is on a separate network, as shown in
Figure 2 (page 20).
Figure 2 Dedicated management network diagram
Setting up iLO by using iLO RBSU or the iLO 4 Configuration Utility
HP recommends using iLO RBSU or the iLO 4 Configuration Utility to set up iLO for the first time
and to configure iLO network parameters for environments that do not use DHCP, DNS, or WINS.
To determine whether your server supports iLO RBSU or the iLO 4 Configuration Utility, see your
server documentation.
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.
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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 21).
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.
Setting up iLO by using iLO RBSU or the iLO 4 Configuration Utility 21
5. Enter an IP address and subnet mask:
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 22).
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.
Configuring a static IP address by using the iLO 4 Configuration Utility
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 F9 in the HP ProLiant POST screen.
The System Configuration screen appears.
4. Use the up or down arrow keys and the Enter key to navigate to the System Configuration→iLO
Configuration Utility→Network Options screen.
The System Configuration screen displays the Network Options, as shown in Figure 5 (page
23).
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Figure 5 iLO 4 Configuration Utility Network Configuration
5. Disable DHCP:
a. Select DHCP Enable, and then press Enter.
b. Select OFF, and then press Enter.
6. Enter an IP address, subnet mask, and gateway IP address:
a. Select IP Address, and then press Enter.
b. Type the IP address, and then press Enter.
c. Select Subnet Mask, and then press Enter.
d. Type the subnet mask address, and then press Enter.
e. Select Gateway IP Address, and then press Enter.
f. Type the gateway IP address, and then press Enter.
7. Press F10 to save the changes.
The iLO 4 Configuration Utility prompts you to confirm that you want to save all pending
configuration changes, as shown in Figure 6 (page 24).
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Figure 6 Saving iLO configuration changes
8. Press Enter.
The iLO 4 Configuration Utility notifies you that iLO must be reset in order for the changes to
take effect, as shown in Figure 7 (page 24).
Figure 7 iLO 4 Configuration Utility iLO reset message
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9. Press Enter.
iLO resets, and the iLO session is automatically ended. You can reconnect in approximately
30 seconds.
10. Resume the normal boot process:
a. Start the iLO remote console.
The iLO 4 Configuration Utility is still open from the previous session.
b. Press ESC several times to navigate to the System Configuration page.
c. Press ESC to exit the System Utilities and resume the normal boot process.
Managing iLO users by using iLO RBSU
You can use iLO RBSU to perform the following user management tasks:
• “Adding iLO user accounts by using iLO RBSU” (page 25)
• “Editing user accounts” (page 26)
• “Removing user accounts” (page 27)
Adding iLO user accounts by using iLO RBSU
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 8 (page 25).
Figure 8 iLO RBSU Add User window
Setting up iLO by using iLO RBSU or the iLO 4 Configuration Utility 25
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,
the iLO 4 Configuration Utility, or 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 6 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 9 (page 27).
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Figure 9 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 permissions, 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.
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 10 (page 28).
Setting up iLO by using iLO RBSU or the iLO 4 Configuration Utility 27
Figure 10 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.
Managing iLO users by using the iLO 4 Configuration Utility
You can use the iLO 4 Configuration Utility to perform the following user management tasks:
• “Adding iLO user accounts by using the iLO 4 Configuration Utility” (page 28)
• “Editing or removing user accounts” (page 30)
Adding iLO user accounts by using the iLO 4 Configuration Utility
You can use the iLO 4 Configuration Utility User Management menu to configure local iLO user
accounts.
To configure 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 F9 in the HP ProLiant POST screen.
The System Utilities screen appears.
4. From the System Utilities screen, select System Configuration→iLO 4 Configuration Utility→User
Management.
The User Management screen appears, as shown in Figure 11 (page 29).
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Figure 11 User Management screen
5. Select Add User, and then press Enter.
The User Management→Add User screen appears, as shown in Figure 12 (page 29).
Figure 12 Configuring user account properties
Setting up iLO by using iLO RBSU or the iLO 4 Configuration Utility 29
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,
the iLO 4 Configuration Utility, or HPONCFG can still reconfigure iLO. Only a user who
has the Administer User Accounts privilege can enable or disable this privilege.
7. Enter the following user account details:
• New 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 Password Confirm 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.
8. Create as many user accounts as needed, and then press F10 to save the changes.
9. Press Esc until the main menu is displayed.
10. Select Exit and Resume Boot in the main menu, and then press Enter.
11. When prompted to confirm the request, press Enter to exit the utility and resume the boot
process.
Editing or removing user accounts
You can use the iLO 4 Configuration Utility User Management menu to edit or remove local iLO
user accounts.
To edit or remove a 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 F9 in the HP ProLiant POST screen.
The System Utilities screen appears.
4. From the System Utilities screen, select System Configuration→iLO 4 Configuration Utility→User
Management.
The User Management screen appears, as shown in Figure 13 (page 31).
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