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Accessing a server blade with local kvm – HP ProLiant BL25p G2 Server-Blade User Manual

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2.

Connect the local I/O cable to the I/O port on the server blade.

CAUTION: Disconnect the local I/O cable when not in use. The port and connector do not provide a

permanent connection. Rear iLO 2 connector performance degrades when the local I/O cable is connected,
even if the iLO 2 connector on the cable is not in use.

CAUTION: Before disconnecting the local I/O cable, observe the following guidelines:

Completely log out of the current iLO 2 session before disconnecting from the iLO 2 port. Do not remove

the local I/O cable when the UID LED is flashing.

Always squeeze the locking buttons on the side of the server blade connector before disconnecting from

the I/O port. Failure to do so can result in damage to the equipment.

Connecting locally to a server blade with video and USB

devices

Use the local I/O cable to connect a monitor and any of the following USB devices:

USB hub

USB keyboard

USB mouse

USB CD/DVD-ROM drive

USB diskette drive

Numerous configurations are possible. This section offers two possible configurations.

Accessing a server blade with local KVM

CAUTION: Disconnect the local I/O cable when not in use. The port and connector do not provide a

permanent connection. Rear iLO 2 connector performance degrades when the local I/O cable is connected,
even if the iLO 2 connector on the cable is not in use.

NOTE: For this configuration, a USB hub is not necessary. To connect additional devices, use a USB hub.

1.

Connect the local I/O cable to the server blade ("

Local administration using iLO 2

" on page

34

).

2.

Connect the video connector to a monitor.