Is the HP ProLiant microserver (n40l) any good?
I've been using an HP ProLiant MicroServer (N40L) as my home server for about 3 months now. It's been a reliable little work horse and has ticked along quite happily. I thought it was maybe time for me to share some of my thoughts on the box. Like most people, I bought it during the seemingly endless cycle of HP cashback deals.
What is the default username for the HP microserver remote access card?
The default username for the HP MicroServer Remote Access Card is admin and the default password is password. I originally had a few issues on return visits to the login page. I'm guessing its a cookie problem or something.
What are the specs of the HP ProLiant microserver?
Page 1: Overview QuickSpecs HP ProLiant MicroServer Overview Front View: Rear View: 1. NIC LED 1. Power Supply Outlet 2. Power Button 2.... Page 2 QuickSpecs HP ProLiant MicroServer Overview At A Glance Processor: Processor AMD Turion™ II Neo N40L (1.5GHz) AMD RS785E/SB820M chipset Memory:...
Can You power cycle the RAC n40l?
I was even able to kill off the other three sessions that seem to have accumulated during this whole process. I can also power cycle the N40L, and have tried rebooting the RAC itself. I have also pulled the power cord out of the back to hard reset everything.
What is the default password for HP MicroServer?
The default username for the HP MicroServer Remote Access Card is admin and the default password is password.
What is remote access card?
The Remote Access Card is a slightly cut-down version of HP's Integrated Lights Out (iLO), which provides over-the-network "lights out" remote access to your server. If you haven't used a KVM or Lights-out facility before, it basically lets you log into a web GUI where you can power up your MicroServer, mount an ISO as a virtual media device, and then control the server as if you were physically in front of it - including POST and BIOS. It's perfect if, like me, you're server is located somewhere inconvenient place (like a cupboard above your stairs!).
How to configure a ROM card?
The back of the card has a standard RJ45 Ethernet connector and a VGA port where you need to plug your monitor in . When prompted, press F10 to enter the ROM setup. From here, select the Advanced page and IPMI Configuration:
