7.2. HTTP access to the configuration menu via iDRAC (DELL server)

7.2.1. Introduction

Remote access is achieved by using:

The network connection to the iDRAC port
A Web browser

This access requires:

Knowledge of the iDRAC login name and password (iDRAC access)
The network configuration is complete (IP address of the iDRAC is known)

From the iDRAC web page, it is possible to:

View the material resources, their status, and the BIOS configurations
Interact with the server to turn it on, off, and restart it
Connect in console mode

This connection is not the standard way of accessing the equipment, although it does enable access in the event of problems.
Access to advanced features (console access..) requires the purchase of a specific license.
For more information, please contact support or a Gatewatcher sales manager.
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7.2.2. Preliminary operations

Configure the iDRAC network (refer to the procedure Direct connection to the configuration menu with a keyboard and monitor).

7.2.3. Procedure

On the remote computer, open a web browser.
Enter URL: https://iDRAC-IP-address

Note

iDRAC-IP-address is the IP address of the iDRAC interface on the GBox .

Validate.

The `Login` window is displayed.
Enter the requested parameters:
- `Username`: ID
- `Password`: password of the entered login
- `Domain`: select `This IDRAC`
Click on the `Log In` button.
Initiate the virtual console (`Virtual console` area, `Launch Virtual console` button).

Following this action, a new page will open. It will be possible to interact with the equipment.

The configuration menu is displayed.

Note

Press the first letter of a command for quick access.

Press the `OK` button to confirm the selected choice.