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Chapter 3
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Preparation
You must perform the following tasks before you can configure the iLO MP LAN.
• Determine the physical access method to select and connect cables.
• Determine the iLO MP LAN configuration method and assign an IP address if necessary.
Determining the Physical iLO MP Access Method
Before you can access the iLO MP, you must first determine the correct physical connection method. The iLO
MP has a separate LAN port from the system LAN port. It requires a separate LAN drop, IP address, and
networking information from that of the port used by the operating system.
Table 3-14 lists the appropriate connection method, required connection components, and connectors to the
host console. Use Table 3-14 to determine your physical connection method.
Determining the iLO MP LAN Configuration Method
To access the iLO MP through the iLO MP LAN, the iLO MP must acquire an IP address. The way the iLO
MP acquires an IP address depends on whether DHCP is enabled or disabled on the server, and if DHCP and
DNS services are available to the server. (See Table 3-15 for possible scenarios.)
Once you have determined the iLO MP access, you must determine how you will configure the iLO MP LAN
to acquire an IP address using the following methods:
• DHCP/DNS through the management LAN: use the DNS name on the toe-tag on the server
• Setting up a static IP number using a laptop with DHCP services and the management LAN
• ARP Ping to set a static IP using a laptop and the management LAN
• Local RS-232 serial port and a serial console
• Remote/modem port
Table 3-15 provides all the possible scenarios. Use this table to help you select the appropriate LAN
configuration method to obtain an IP address.
Table 3-14 Console Connection Matrix
Operating
System
Console Connection
Method
Required Connection Components
HP-UX LAN port 10/100 LAN cable
Local RS-232 serial port
Remote/modem port
1. RS-232 DB-9F to DB-9F straight cable
2. Console device (for example, a laptop or ASCII terminal)
Table 3-15 LAN Configuration Methods
DHCP DNS
RS-232 Serial Port
(iLO MP LC command)
LAN Configuration Method
Yes Yes No DHCP
Yes Yes Yes DHCP, RS-232 serial port, or remote/modem port
No No No ARP Ping