Remote-access Guide

microserver remote access card

by Kenneth Osinski Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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How do I login to the HP microserver remote access card?

Once configured, open a browser to the IP you previously configured and you should get the login screen: 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.

What is the remote access card (RAC)?

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.

How do I choose the default display card for my server?

When you are installing the card, check your BIOS configuration to ensure the server will choose the primary display card automatically (the default), rather than hard-coded to use the onboard VGA controller. This ensures that your Remote Access Card will have access to the video output of your server.

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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!).

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.

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:

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