What is iDRAC6?

What is iDRAC6?

Dell Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller 6 (iDRAC6) provides comprehensive, embedded management across the PowerEdge 11th generation family of servers, automation that lets your organization grow, and security that ensures peace of mind.

How do I set up iDRAC6?

To get started, boot up your server and wait until you see the iDRAC configuration section pop up during the boot process. You’ll need to quickly press CTRL + E as you only have about 5 seconds before the boot process continues. It should say Press CTRL + E for Remote Access Setup within 5 sec.

How do I get TSR logs from iDRAC 6?

Follow these steps to view, export and clear the SEL, in iDRAC Web interface:

1. Enter the iDRAC web interface.
2. Go to Overview > Server > Logs.
3. The first page shown is the Server Event Log (SEL)
4. Click Save As on the bottom of the list to save the SEL to a location of your choice.

How do I update iDRAC 6?

Update DELL iDRAC 6 Firmware via Web GUI

1. Download Windows (.exe) version of iDRAC update utility from DELL.
2. Extract the downloaded .exe file (with 7-zip or something similar).
3. Go into payload folder where you should will firmimg.d6 file.
4. Login to iDRAC Web GUI and navigate to Remote Access > Update.
5. Upload firmimg.

How do I upgrade from iDRAC Express to Enterprise?

Can I upgrade the iDRAC license from express to enterprise and BMC to express

1. Log in to the iDRAC web interface.
2. On the left navigation pane, clickOverview, click Server, and then click Licenses.
3. From the License Options drop-down list, select Replace.
4. Select the license file and click Open.

Is iDRAC a BMC?

Dell EMC’s Older PowerEdge iDRAC BMC Vulnerable to Firmware Replacement Attack. Every modern server is equipped with a baseboard management controller (BMC) that enables its remote management. The vulnerability allows the firmware swap to take place with either local or remote access.

What is iDRAC9 Express?

The integrated Dell Remote Access Controller 9 (iDRAC9) delivers advanced, agent-free local and remote server administration. Embedded in every PowerEdge server, iDRAC9 provides a secure means to automate a multitude of common management tasks. Each component leverages iDRAC9 to make management easy.

How do I change the IP address on my iDRAC 6?

Click iDRAC Settings® Network/Security® Network. On the Network page, you can enter Network settings, Common iDRAC6 settings, IPv4 settings, IPv6 settings, IPMI settings, and VLAN settings. After entering the required settings, click Apply.

What is Dell TSR?

Technical Support Report (TSR)

What are TSR logs?

The Tech Support Report collects diagnostic information into a report that the TippingPoint Support can use to debug and troubleshoot system issues. It includes diagnostic commands, log files, and optionally a full system snapshot. The TSR captures the system’s current running configuration.

How does the iDRAC6 work on a Dell server?

When servers are ordered with this option enabled, the iDRAC6 will arrive without user credentials and with DHCP enabled. Once power is applied to the server, the iDRAC6 will locate a provisioning server through the network.

How big is the LTO Ultrium 6 data cartridge?

The sixth generation of LTO Ultrium tape media delivers 2.5 TB native capacity and up to 6.25 TB of compressed capacity for even greater efficiency and performance. This exceptional capacity helps reduce the number of cartridges and the amount of equipment, space and labor associated with tape-based data storage.

What makes the iDRAC6 an out of band device?

The iDRAC6 is an out-of-band device in that it functions independent of the server’s operating system; unlike in-band server management tools that typically involve installed software agents, the iDRAC6 sits “outside” the operating system.

Can a blade server disable the iDRAC6?

The iDRAC6 in blade servers takes a slightly different approach by disabling the iDRAC6’s network interface. This is to prevent duplicate IP addresses. All M1000e blade chassis come equipped with a Chassis Management Controller (CMC) which allows users to manage all the iDRACs in the blade chassis.