7.3. SSH access to the configuration menu via the iDRAC interface in serial port redirection mode

7.3.1. Introduction

Remote access is achieved by using:

  • The network connection to the iDRAC port

  • A connection tool via SSH

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 interface, it is possible to:

  • View the operating system messages

  • Connect to the GBox via the console

This connection is not the standard way of accessing the equipment, although it does enable access in the event of problems.

7.3.2. Preliminary operations

7.3.3. Procedure on the remote PC running Linux

  • Open a command prompt.

  • Enter the command `ssh identifiant@adresse_ip`.
    For example, `ssh setup@x.x.x.x` where

    • `setup` is the identifier and

    • x.x.x.x is the IP address of the iDRAC port

  • Validate the command.

  • Enter the password of the entered login.

  • Press `Enter`.

  • Enter the following command `racadm>>console com2`.

  • Validate.
    The system now displays the graphical interface of the device.

7.3.4. Procedure on the remote PC running Windows

  • Open an SSH client software, such as Putty.

  • Enter the IP address of iDRAC's interface and confirm.

  • Enter the following command `racadm>>console com2`.

  • Validate.
    The system now displays the graphical interface of the device.