Super Micro AOC-IPMI User's Manual: Remote Server Management Guide PDF

S UPER ® AOC-1UIPMI-B AOC-IPMI20-E AOC-LPIPMI-LANG AOC-1UIPMI-LANG USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.0a

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Preface Preface About This Manual This manual is written for system integrators, PC technicians and knowledgeable PC users who intend to integrate Supermicro’s unique IPMI 2.0 Management Utility card into their systems. It provides detailed information for the application and use of the AOC-1UIPMI-B, AOC-IPMI20-E, AOC-1UIPMI-LANG and AOC-LPIPMI-LANG add-on cards that supports remote access for system monitoring, diagnosis and management. With the most advanced technologies built-in, the AOC-1UIPMI-B, AOC-IPMI20-E, AOC-1UIPMI-LANG and AOC-LPIPMI-LANG add-on cards offer a complete, efficient, and cost-effective remote server management.

Manual Organization Chapter 1 describes the features of the AOC-1UIPMI-B, AOC-IPMI20-E, AOC- 1UIPMI-LANG and AOC-LPIPMI-LANG add-on cards Chapter 2 provides technical specifications and hardware installation instructions. Chapter 3 describes software application and usage for the add-on cards including software installation procedures and system management. Chapter 4 includes frequently asked questions and answers to help the user trouble shoot the configuration when problems arise. Conventions Used in the Manual: Special attention should be given to the following symbols for proper installation and to prevent damage done to the components or injury to yourself: ! Warning:

Important information given to ensure proper system installation, to prevent bodily injury or damage to the components. Note: Additional Information given to differentiate various models or to ensure correct system setup. iii

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AOC-IPMI User’s Manual Table of Contents Preface About This Manual ........................................................................................................iii Manual Organization .....................................................................................................iii Conventions Used in the Manual: .................................................................................iii Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 1-1 1-2 Features of IPMI Version 2.0 Software ..........................................................

1-1 1-4 Returning Merchandise for Service ................................................................ 1-3 1-3 Contacting Supermicro .................................................................................... 1-2 1-5 Checklist .......................................................................................................... 1-4 Chapter 2 Technical Specifications and Hardware Installation 1-6 Hardware Product Features ........................................................................... 1-4 2-1 Configuration ..................................................................................................

2-1 2-2 Components ................................................................................................... 2-1 AOC-1UIPMI-B ................................................................................................ 2-1 AOC-1UIPMI-LANG ........................................................................................ 2-3 AOC-IPMI20-E ................................................................................................ 2-4 AOC-LPIPMI-LANG ......................................................................................... 2-5 2-3 LED Descriptions ............................................................................................ 2-6 #2.

Activity LED Indicator ........................................................................... 2-6 #3. Processor Reset LED .......................................................................... 2-6 2-4 Block Diagram ................................................................................................ 2-6 2-5 Installation ...................................................................................................... 2-7 Safety Guidelines ........................................................................................... 2-7 ESD Safety Guidelines ...............................................................................

2-7 Chapter 3 Software Application and Usage General Safety Guidelines ......................................................................... 2-7 Contents of the CD ........................................................................................ 3-1 3-1 BMC Firmware Update ................................................................................... 3-2 IPMICFG usage: ............................................................................................. 3-5 3-3 Software Installation Procedures ....................................................................

3-6 3-4 System Management .................................................................................... 3-10 Reload Configuration ................................................................................... 3-14 Save Configuration ...................................................................................... 3-14 Modify System ............................................................................................. 3-15 iv

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