HP Integrity rx4610 Server - Manual (Page 18)

Chapter 4 Connecting to a Remote Server
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LAN
A more common method of communicating with a managed server is through a network connection. All of
the server-management tools work when connected through this type of connection.
In order to use a network connection, you must configure a LAN connection on both the managed server and
the client workstation. For information on how to configure the LAN connection, refer to the Intel Direct
Platform Control Console User’s Guide.
ICMB
You can use ICMB to communicate with platforms having operating systems or architectures that are not
otherwise supported by the server management tool applications.
Using the ICMB connection requires that you have a functioning LAN connection to a server that is
connected via ICMB to the managed server.
Setting Up an ICMB Connection
An ICMB connection requires:
• A managed server with an ICMB interface.
• A server with an ICMB interface, connected to the server management console.
See the Product Guide for the managed server for information about setting up an ICMB connection.
Direct (COM 2)
With a direct connection to the managed server via a serial link, you may monitor hardware components,
view the System Event Log (SEL), Sensor Data Records (SDR), and perform Remote Diagnostics Tests. On
servers running Windows NT, you can also use the DMI-based Platform Instrumentation Control to monitor
server health, configure alerts, set thresholds, and monitor the system logs.
Setting Up a Direct Connection
Setting up a direct connection between the client and the managed server is identical to setting up the
telephone/modem method described previously. Connect the managed server and the workstation client
using a null-modem serial cable.
Refer to the server’s product guide for the managed server for information about configuring the serial port.