Table of Contents
- Contents
- Notices
- Safety information
- About this guide
- ASMB4-iKVM/ASMB4-SOL PLUS specifications summary
- Chapter 1: Product introduction
- 1.1 Welcome!
- 1.2 Package contents
- 1.3 Features
- 1.4 System requirements
- 1.5 Network setup
- Chapter 2: Installation
- 2.1 Before you proceed
- 2.2 Hardware installation
- 2.3 Firmware update and IP configuration
- 2.4 BIOS configuration
- 2.5 Running the ASMC4 utility
- 2.6 Software installation
- Chapter 3: ASUS Remote Console
- 3.1 ASUS Remote Console (ARC)
- 3.1.1 ARC sections
- 3.1.2 Connecting to the remote server
- 3.1.3 Retrieving sensor information
- 3.1.4 Displaying FRU information
- 3.1.5 Displaying system event logs
- 3.1.6 Using Remote Console
- 3.1.7 Displaying all remote server sensors
- 3.1.8 Adjusting the monitoring settings
- 3.1.9 Controlling the remote server power
- 3.1.10 Viewing PET information
- 3.2 ASUS Host Management Controller Setup
- Chapter 4: Web-based user interface
- 4.1 Web-based user interface
- 4.2 System Information
- 4.3 Server Health
- 4.4 Configuration
- 4.5 Remote Control
- 4.6 Maintenance
- 4.7 Languages
- Appendix: Reference information
- A.1 BMC connector
- A.2 LAN ports for server management
- A.3 Troubleshooting
ASUS ASMB4-IKVM User Manual
Displayed below is the user manual for ASMB4-IKVM by ASUS which is a product in the Remote Management Adapters category. This manual has pages.
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Server Management Board
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First Edition V1
January 2009
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Contents
Contents ...................................................................................................... iii
Notices ......................................................................................................... vi
Safety information ..................................................................................... vii
About this guide ....................................................................................... viii
ASMB4-iKVM/ASMB4-SOL PLUS specications summary ..................... x
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-2
1.2 Package contents ......................................................................... 1-2
1.3 Features ........................................................................................ 1-3
1.4 System requirements ................................................................... 1-4
1.5 Network setup .............................................................................. 1-5
Chapter 2: Installation
2.1 Before you proceed ..................................................................... 2-2
2.2 Hardware installation ................................................................... 2-2
2.3 Firmware update and IP conguration ....................................... 2-4
2.3.1 Firmware update ............................................................. 2-4
2.3.2 Congure BMC IP source static IP .................................. 2-6
2.3.3 Congure BMC IP source DHCP .................................... 2-7
2.4 BIOS conguration ...................................................................... 2-8
2.5 Running the ASMC4 utility ........................................................ 2-11
2.5.1 Conguring the LAN controller ...................................... 2-13
2.5.2 Conguring the user name and password .................... 2-14
2.6 Software installation .................................................................. 2-15
2.6.1 Installing the ARC ......................................................... 2-15
2.6.2 Launching ARC ............................................................. 2-16
Chapter 3: ASUS Remote Console
3.1 ASUS Remote Console (ARC) ..................................................... 3-2
3.1.1 ARC sections .................................................................. 3-3
3.1.2 Connecting to the remote server ..................................... 3-6
3.1.3 Retrieving sensor information ......................................... 3-8
3.1.4 Displaying FRU information .......................................... 3-10
3.1.5 Displaying system event logs .........................................3-11
3.1.6 Using Remote Console ................................................. 3-12
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3.1.7 Displaying all remote server sensors ............................ 3-13
3.1.8 Adjusting the monitoring settings .................................. 3-14
3.1.9 Controlling the remote server power ............................. 3-16
3.1.10 Viewing PET information ............................................... 3-17
3.2 ASUS Host Management Controller Setup ................................... 3-20
3.2.1 Installing and launching the ASUS Host Management
Controller Setup utility .......................................... .........3-20
3.2.2 Command elds ............................................................ 3-21
3.2.3 Initial .............................................................................. 3-21
3.2.4 View .............................................................................. 3-21
3.2.5 Set ................................................................................. 3-24
3.2.6 Monitor .......................................................................... 3-25
3.2.7 Help ............................................................................... 3-26
Chapter 4: Web-based user interface
4.1 Web-based user interface ........................................................... 4-2
4.1.1 Loging in the utility .......................................................... 4-2
4.1.2 Using the utility ................................................................ 4-3
4.2 System Information ...................................................................... 4-4
4.3 Server Health ................................................................................ 4-4
4.3.1 Sensor Readings (with Thresholds) ................................ 4-5
4.3.2 Event Log ........................................................................ 4-5
4.4 Conguration ................................................................................ 4-6
4.4.1 Alerts ............................................................................... 4-6
4.4.2 PEF ................................................................................. 4-7
4.4.3 Mouse Mode ................................................................... 4-7
4.4.4 Network ........................................................................... 4-8
4.4.5 SMTP .............................................................................. 4-8
4.4.6 SSL ................................................................................. 4-9
4.4.7 Users ............................................................................... 4-9
4.4.8 Congure LDAP ............................................................ 4-10
4.4.9 Date/Time/NTP Settings ............................................... 4-10
4.5 Remote Control .......................................................................... 4-11
4.5.1 Console Redirection .......................................................4-11
4.5.2 Server Power Control .................................................... 4-12
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4.5.3 Capture Screen Video ................................................... 4-12
4.5.4 Chassis Identify Command ........................................... 4-13
4.6 Maintenance ............................................................................... 4-13
4.7 Languages .................................................................................. 4-14
Appendix: Reference information
A.1 BMC connector .............................................................................A-2
A.2 LAN ports for server management .............................................A-3
A.3 Troubleshooting ...........................................................................A-4
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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
•
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
•
This device must accept any interference received including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
•
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
•
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is
required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modications
to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the
Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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Safety information
Electrical safety
•
To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the
electrical outlet before relocating the server.
•
When adding or removing devices to or from the server, ensure that the power
cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If
possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing server before you add a
device.
•
Before connecting or removing signal cables from the server, ensure that all
power cables are unplugged.
•
Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord.
These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
•
Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If
you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact
your local power company.
•
If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied
service technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
•
Before installing any component to the server, carefully read all the manuals
that came with the package.
•
Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the
power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer
immediately.
•
To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
•
Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in
any area where it may become wet.
•
Place the product on a stable surface.
•
If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualied
service technician or your retailer.
DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to
enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin
indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in
municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This
symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be
placed in municipal waste.
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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring
the server management board.
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
• Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the server management board features and the new
technologies it supports.
• Chapter 2: Installation
This chapter provides instructions on how to install the board to the server
system and install the utilities that the board supports.
• Chapter 3: ASUS Remote Console
This chapter tells you how to use the ASUS Remote Console (ARC) that the
server management board supports.
• Chapter 4: Web-based user interface (ASMB4-iKVM only)
This chapter tells you how to use the web-based user interface that the
server management board supports.
• Appendix: Reference Information
The Appendix shows the location of the LAN ports for server management
and BMC connector on server motherboards. This section also presents
common problems that you may encounter when installing or using the
server management board.
Where to nd more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and
software updates.
1. ASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and
software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty
yers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not
part of the standard package.
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Typography
Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Italics
Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means
that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
Return key.
<Key1+Key2+Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key
names are linked with a plus sign (+).
Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>
Command Means that you must type the command exactly as shown,
then supply the required item or value enclosed in
brackets.
Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line:
format a:
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself
when trying to complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components
when trying to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a
task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a
task.
Conventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following
symbols used throughout this manual.
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ASMB4-iKVM/ASMB4-SOL PLUS
specications summary
Chipset Aspeed 2050
Internal RAM 56 Mb for system
8 Mb for video
Internal ROM 16 Mb
Timers 32-bit Watchdog Timer
Main features IPMI 2.0-compliant and supports
KVM over LAN
Web-based user interface (remote management)
Virtual media
Form factor 22 mm x 17 mm
* Specications are subject to change without notice.
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Chapter 1: Product
introduction
This chapter describes the server
management board features and the new
technologies it supports.
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1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for buying an ASUS® ASMB4-iKVM/ASMB4-SOL PLUS server
management board!
The ASUS ASMB4-iKVM/ASMB4-SOL PLUS is an Intelligent Platform
Management Interface (IPMI) 2.0-compliant board that allows you to monitor,
control, and manage a remote server from the local or central server in your local
area network (LAN). With ASMB4-iKVM/ASMB4-SOL PLUS plugging in a server
motherboard, you can completely and efciently monitor your server in real-
time. The solution allows you to reduce IT management costs and increase the
productivity.
Before you start installing the server management board, check the items in your
package with the list below.
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
1.2 Package contents
Check your server management board package for the following items.
• ASUS ASMB4-iKVM/ASMB4-SOL PLUS board
• Support CD
• User guide
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1.3 Features
1. IPMI 2.0
• System interface (KCS)
• LAN interface (support RMCP+)
• System Event Log (SEL)
• Sensor Data Record (SDR)
• Field Replaceable Unit (FRU)
• Remote Power on/off, reboot
• Serial Over LAN (SOL)
• Authentication Type: RAKP-HMAC-SHA1
• Encryption (AES)
• Platform Event Filtering (PEF)
• Platform Event Trap (PET)
• Watchdog Timer
2. Private I2C Bus
• Auto Monitoring sensors (temperature, voltage, fan speed and logging
events
3. PMBus*
• Support Power supply for PMBus device
4. PSMI*
• Support Power supply for PSMI bus device
5. Web-base GUI
• Monitor Sensor, show SDR, SEL, FRU, congure BMC, LAN
• Support SSL (HTTPS)
• Multiple user permission level
• Upgrade BMC rmware
6. Update Firmware
• DOS Tool
• Web GUI (Windows® XP/Vista/2003/2008, RHEL5.2, SLES10SP2
7. Notication
• PET
• SNMP Trap
• e-Mail
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1.4 System requirements
Before you install the ASMB4-iKVM/ASMB4-SOL PLUS board, check if the remote
server system meets the following requirements:
• ASUS server motherboard with Baseboard Management Controller (BMC)
connector*
• LAN (RJ-45) port for server management**
• Microsoft® Internet Explorer 5.5 or later; Firefox
* Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for an updated list of server
motherboards that support the ASMB4-iKVM/ASMB4-SOL PLUS.
** See the Appendix for details.
* A power supply supported PMBus and PSMI is necessary.
** Specications are subject to change without notice.
8. KVM over Internet (ASMB4-iKVM only)
• Web-based remote console
9. Remote Update BIOS (ASMB4-iKVM only)
• Use Remote oppy to update BIOS
10. Remote Storage (Virtual Media) (ASMB4-iKVM only)
• Support two remote storage for USB/CD-ROM/DVD and image
11. Remote Install OS (ASMB4-iKVM only)
• Use remote storage to remote install OS
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1.5 Network setup
The ASMB4-iKVM/ASMB4-SOL PLUS server management board installed on
the remote server connects to a local/central server via direct LAN connection
or through a network hub. Below are the supported server management
congurations.
Remote server
with ASMB4-iKVM/
ASMB4-SOL PLUS
Hub or router
Direct LAN connection
LAN connection through a network hub
Remote server
with ASMB4-iKVM/
ASMB4-SOL PLUS
RJ-45 cable
Remote console with
web-based browser
Remote console with
web-based browser
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Chapter 2: Installation
This chapter provides instructions on how
to install the board to the server system and
install the utilities that the board supports.
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2.2 Hardware installation
To install the server management board:
1. Remove the remote server
system cover, and then locate
the Baseboard Management
Controller (BMC) connector on the
motherboard.
2.1 Before you proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install the server management
board to the remote server system.
• Unplug the server system power cord from the wall socket before touching
any component.
• Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or to
a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling
components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.
• Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
• Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded
antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.
• Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the power supply
is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure
to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or
components.
2. Place the board on the BMC
connector of the motherboard,
aligning with the pin connectors.
Refer to the Appendix section
for the location of the BMC
connector on supported
motherboards.
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4. When installed, the board appears
as shown.
5. Reinstall the remote server system cover, then connect the power plug to a
grounded wall socket.
Everytime after the AC power is re-plugged, you have to wait for about 30
seconds for the system power up.
6. Insert the LAN cable plug to the LAN port for server management.
Refer to the Appendix for the location of the LAN port for server management.
7. For direct LAN conguration, connect the other end of the LAN cable to the
local/central server LAN port.
For connection to a network hub or router, connect the other end of the LAN
cable to the network hub or router.
3. Press the board rmly until it is
completely seated in place.
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2.3 Firmware update and IP conguration
You need to update the ASMB4-iKVM/ASMB4-SOL PLUS rmware and congure
IP source before you start using the ASMB4-iKVM/ASMB4-SOL PLUS board.
2.3.1 Firmware update
To update the rmware:
1. Insert the support CD into the optical drive.
2. Restart the remote server, then press <Del> during POST to enter the BIOS
setup.
3. Go to Boot menu and set the Boot Device Priority item to [CD-ROM].
4. When nished, press <F10> to save your changes and exit the BIOS setup.
5. On reboot, the main menu appears. Select ASMB4-iKVM (or ASMB4-SOL
PLUS) Firmware Update for Preserve Conguration, and press <Enter> to
enter the sub-menu.
6. A conrmation message appears, asking whether you want to update the
rmware or not. Select <Yes> to update.
ASUS Server Z8PE-D12X MB
FreeDOS command prompt
Congure BMC IP Source Static IP for LAN1
Congure BMC IP Source DHCP for LAN1
Congure BMC IP Source Static IP for LAN3
Congure BMC IP Source DHCP for LAN3
ASMB4-iKVM Firmware Update for Preserve Conguration
ASMB4-iKVM Firmware Update for Clear Conguration
The rmware updating process starts.
WARNING !!!
UPDATE ASMB4-iKVM FIRMWARE NOW !
DO YOU WANT TO CONTINUE ?
No Yes
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7. When the update process is completed, the following screen appears.
NewImageSize = 10MB, offs = 0
Uploading Firmware Image : Completed
Flash Update Completed
Device Firmware has been upgraded successfully.
The device will be reset within 10 seconds for the new rmware
to take effectt.
Press any key to continue ...
You may update rmware from the web-based user interface. Refer to page 4-13
for details.
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2.3.2 Congure BMC IP source static IP
1. Repeat the step 1-4 in the previous sub-section.
2. On reboot, the main menu appears.Select Congure BMC IP Source Static IP
for LAN1 (or LAN3), and press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu.
4. When the conguration is completed, the below screen appears.
3. A conrmation message appears, asking if you want to congure the BMC IP
source static IP now. Select <Yes> to continue.
Detect Motherboard -> (Z8PE-D12X)
Detect KCS Interface
New BMC IP Source : Static IP
Press any key to continue ...
5. Go to BIOS menu to set the IP. Refer to section 2.4 for IP settings in BIOS
menu.
ASUS Server Z8PE-D12X MB
FreeDOS command prompt
Congure BMC IP Source Static IP for LAN1
Congure BMC IP Source DHCP for LAN1
Congure BMC IP Source Static IP for LAN3
Congure BMC IP Source DHCP for LAN3
ASMB4-iKVM Firmware Update for Preserve Conguration
ASMB4-iKVM Firmware Update for Clear Conguration
WARNING !!!
CONFIGURE BMC IP Source STATIC IP NOW !
DO YOU WANT TO CONTINUE ?
No Yes
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2.3.3 Congure BMC IP source DHCP
1. Repeat the step 1-4 in the previous sub-section.
2. On reboot, the main menu appears.Select Congure BMC IP Source DHCP for
LAN1 (or LAN3), and press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu.
4. When the conguration is completed, the below screen appears.
3. A conrmation message appears, asking if you want to congure the BMC IP
source DHCP now. Select <Yes> to continue.
Detect Motherboard -> (Z8PE-D12X)
Detect KCS Interface
New BMC IP Source : DHCP
Press any key to continue ...
5. Then you can get IP from DHCP server.
ASUS Server Z8PE-D12X MB
FreeDOS command prompt
Congure BMC IP Source Static IP for LAN1
Congure BMC IP Source DHCP for LAN1
Congure BMC IP Source Static IP for for LAN3
Congure BMC IP Source DHCP for for LAN3
ASMB4-iKVM Firmware Update for Preserve Conguration
ASMB4-iKVM Firmware Update for Clear Conguration
WARNING !!!
CONFIGURE BMC IP Source DHCP NOW !
DO YOU WANT TO CONTINUE ?
No Yes
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2.4 BIOS conguration
You need to adjust the settings in the BIOS setup of the remote server for correct
conguration and connection to the central server.
• Update the remote server BIOS le following the instructions in the
motherboard/system user guide. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com)
to download the latest BIOS le for the motherboard.
• The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes
only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen.
Running the BIOS IPMI conguration
To congure the IPMI in the BIOS:
1. Restart the remote server, then press <Del> during POST to enter the BIOS
setup.
2. Go to the Server menu, then select the IPMI Conguration sub-menu. Use
this sub-menu to congure the IPMI settings.
3. When nished, press <F10> to save your changes and exit the BIOS setup.
IPMI Conguration
Select Screen
Select Item
Enter Go to Sub Screen
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
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BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Server
IPMI Conguration
BMC Firmware version : 1.03
Set LAN1 Conguration
Set LAN3 Conguration
View BMC System Event Log
Clear BMC System Event Log
BMC Watch Dog Timer Action [Disabled]
InPut for Set LAN
Conguration command.
See IPMI 1.5 Spec,
table 19.1
NOTE:-
Each question in
this group may take
considerable amount of
time.
Select Set LAN1 Conguration for shared LAN; select Set LAN3
Conguration for dedicated LAN.
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Set LAN1/LAN3 Configuration
Allows you to set the BMC LAN Parameter settings.
IP Address Source
Allows you to select the IP address source type. When set to [Static Mode], the
following three items become congurable, and you have to assign the IP address,
subnet mask and gateway address for the remote server. When set to [DHCP Mode],
you don’t have to assign the IP address, subnet mask and gateway address for the
remote server.
IP Address
Allows you to set the BMC IP address.
Subnet Mask
Allows you to set the BMC subnet mask. We recommend that you use the same
Subnet Mask you have specied on the operating system network for the used
network card.
Gateway Address
Allows you to set the gateway address. We recommend that you use the same
gateway address you have specied on the operating system network for the used
network card.
Select Screen
Select Item
+- Change Option
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
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BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Server
LAN Conguration.
Current IP address in BMC: 010.010.010.243
Current Subnet Mask in BMC: 255.255.255.0
Current Gateway Address in BMC: 000.000.000.000
Current MAC address in BMC: 00.10.20.3D.40.5F
IP Address Source [Static Mode]
IP Address [000.000.000.000]
Subnet Mask [000.000.000.000]
Gateway Address [000.000.000.000]
DHCP Mode
Static Mode
Options
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It is necessary to install ASWM (ASUS System Web-based Management) for
using this function.
Select Screen
Select Item
+- Change Option
F1 General Help
F10 Save and Exit
ESC Exit
v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc.
BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Server
Total Number Of Entries: 700
SEL Entry Number: [ 1]
SEL Record ID: 0001
SEL Record Type: 02 (System Event)
Event Timestamp: Jan 1, 2008 00:00:06
Generator ID: 0020
Event Message Rev: 04 (IPMI ver 1.5)
Event Sensor Type: 02 (Voltage)
Event Sensor Number: 35 (CPU Vcore 2)
Event Dir Type: 01
Event Data: 50 00 7D
Use +/- to traverse
the event log.
View BMC System Event Log
Allows you to view all the events in the BMC event log. It will take a maximum
of 15 seconds to read all the BMC SEL records.
Clear BMC System Event Log
Allows you to clear the system event log. Press <Enter> to go to the sub
screen, and then select Ok to clear BMC System Event Log.
BMC Watch Dog Timer Action [Disabled]
Allows the BMC to reset or power down the system when the operating
system crashes or hangs. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Reset System]
[Power Down] [Power Cycle]
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2.5 Running the ASMC4 utility
The ASMC4 utility allows you to update the ASMB4-iKVM/ASMB4-SOL PLUS
rmware, congure the LAN setting for the remote server and change the user name/
password in DOS environment. This utility is available from the support CD that came
with the package.
To run the ASMC4 utility:
1. Insert the support CD into the optical drive.
2. Restart the remote server, then press <Del> during POST to enter the BIOS
setup.
3. Go to Boot menu and set the Boot Device Priority item to [CD-ROM].
4. When nished, press <F10> to save your changes and exit the BIOS setup.
5. On reboot, the main menu appears. Select FreeDOS command prompt, and
then press <Enter> .
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FreeDOS command prompt
Congure BMC IP Source Static IP for LAN1
Congure BMC IP Source DHCP for LAN1
Congure BMC IP Source Static IP for for LAN3
Congure BMC IP Source DHCP for for LAN3
ASMB4-iKVM Firmware Update for Preserve Conguration
ASMB4-iKVM Firmware Update for Clear Conguration
Refer to the table on the next page for a description of the help menu options.
6. When the C:> prompt appears, type ASMC4 -?, then press <Enter> to
display the ASMC4 Utility Help Menu. The screen appears as shown.
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ASMC4 Help Menu options
Options Description
-kcs[smic/bt/pci_smic] NetFn command data.... Send IPMI command
-bmc_ip_source source[1: Static, 2: DHCP] Set the IP source
-bmc_ip [ip_addr]
(e.g., bmc_ip 10.10.10.20)
Write the BMC IP address for
dedicated LAN
-bmc_mask [ip_mask]
(e.g., bmc_mask 255.255.255.0)
Write the subnet mask for dedicated
LAN
-bmc_gateway [ip_addr]
(e.g., bmc_gateway 10.10.10.254)
Write the gateway address for
dedicated LAN
-pet_ip_mac [ip_addr] [mac_addr]
(e.g., pet_ip_mac 10.10.10.20 010203040506)
Write the PET destination IP and MAC
addresses for dedicated LAN
-bmc_ip_s_lan1 source[1: Static, 2: DHCP] Set the IP source for shared LAN
-bmc_ip_lan1 [ip_addr]
(e.g., bmc_ip 10.10.10.20)
Write the BMC IP address for shared
LAN
-bmc_mask_lan1 [ip_mask]
(e.g., bmc_mask 255.255.255.0)
Write the subnet mask for shared LAN
-bmc_g_lan1 [ip_addr]
(e.g., bmc_gateway 10.10.10.254)
Write the gateway address for shared
LAN
-pet_ip_m_lan1 [ip_addr] [mac_addr]
(e.g., pet_ip_mac 10.10.10.20 010203040506)
Write the PET destination IP and MAC
addresses for shared LAN
-adm_name new_name_string Change the administration name
-user_name new_name_string Change the user name
-adm_password new_adm_password Change the administration password
-user_password new_user_password Change the user password
-sol_baud [baud rate]
(e.g., sol_baud 57600)
Set the communication Baud rate
-bmc_info Displays the BMC and PET IP and
MAC addresses
-fru -view fru_id Displays the system FRU information
-fru -load fru_le Update system FRU data from le
-fru -save fru_id fru_le Save system FRU data to le
-sel -clear Clear system event log
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2.5.1 Conguring the LAN controller
Before you can establish connection to the ASMB4-iKVM/ASMB4-SOL PLUS
board, you must congure the LAN port for server management used by the
remote server to connect to the local/central server.
To congure the LAN port of the remote server:
1. Run the ASMC4 utility from the support CD following the instructions in the
previous section.
2. Set IP source:
(a) Type asmc4 -bmc_ip_source 1 if you want to set a static IP address.
(b) Type asmc4 -bmc_ip_source 2 if you want to get IP from DHCP server.
3. Type asmc4 -bmc_ip xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx, then press <Enter> to assign any IP
address to the remote server LAN port (if necessary). The screen displays the
request and response buffer. Write the remote server IP address in a piece of
paper for reference.
c:\>asmc4 -bmc_ip 10.10.10.243
Detect MotherBoard -> (Z8PE-D12X)
Detect KCS Interface
New BMC IP : 10.10.10.243
c:\>
When nished, the utility returns to the DOS prompt.
Make sure that the assigned IP address for both remote and local/central
servers are in the same subnet. You can use the network settings utility in your
OS to check.
4. Congure your (a) subnet mask and (b) gateway address if necessary.
(a) Type asmc4 -bmc_mask xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx (your subnet mask encoded in
hexadecimal system)
(b) Type asmc4 -bmc_gateway xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx (your gateway address
encoded in hexadecimal system)
5. Restart the remote server, enter the BIOS setup, then boot from the hard disk
drive.
6. Adjust the local/central server network settings, if necessary.
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2.5.2 Conguring the user name and password
You may change your user name and password from the ASMC4 utility.
To change the user name and password:
1. Follow steps 1-5 on page 2-11.
2. When the C:> prompt appears, type asmc4 -user_name xxxxx, then
press <Enter> to change the user name.
C:\>asmc4 -user_name super
Detect MotherBoard -> (Z8PE-D12X)
Detect KCS Interface
Change User Name to super
C:\>
3. Type asmc4 -user_password xxxxxxxx, then press <Enter> to change
the password.
4. Restart the remote server, enter the BIOS setup, then boot from the hard disk
drive.
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2.6 Software installation
You can monitor, control, or manage the remote server from the local/central server
using the ASUS Remote Console (ARC). The ARC is a web-based application
available from the support CD that came with theASMB4-iKVM/ASMB4-SOL PLUS
package. You must install the ARC on the local/central server to access the remote
server.
2. Click the Utilities tab, then click the item ASUS Remote Console.
If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support
CD to locate the le ARC.EXE in the ARC folder. Double-click the ARC.EXE to
install the application.
Before you install the ARC:
• For SNMP Service: View the Platform Event Trap (PET) information. See
page 3-17 for details.
• For Microsoft® ActiveSync: Enable the SMS feature. See page 3-15 for
details.
2.6.1 Installing the ARC
To install the ARC to the local/central server:
1. Place the support CD to the optical drive. The CD automatically displays the
Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.
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3. Follow the installation wizard instructions to install the utility.
2.6.2 Launching ARC
To launch the ARC utility, click Start > All Programs > ASUS Remote Console >
ASUS Remote Console from the Windows® desktop.
OR
Double-click the ASUS Remote Console icon on the Windows®
desktop.
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Remote Console
This chapter tells you how to use the ASUS
Remote Console (ARC) that the server
management board supports.
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3.1 ASUS Remote Console (ARC)
The ASUS Remote Console (ARC) is a web-based utility, designed for
ASMB4-SOL PLUS, that allows you to monitor the remote host’s hardware
information including temperatures, fan rotations, voltages, and power. This
application also lets you instantly power on/off or reset the remote server.
The ARC window is made up of six sections:
1. Menu bar
2. Tool bar
3. Navigation window
4. Detail/SEL window
5. Event window
6. Status bar
Refer to the following sections for details.
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3.1.1 ARC sections
Menu bar
The Menu bar contains all the commands for the ARC application. Click on a menu
to display a list of available commands.
Tool bar
The Tool bar buttons correspond to commonly used commands. The Tool bar
offers faster access and execution of these commands. Roll the mouse pointer
over a button to display its function.
Navigation window
The Navigation window displays the directory
of connected and disconnected remote
server(s). For multiple monitoring, this window
allows you to navigate through the remote
servers. Click the All Servers root directory
to display all connected and disconnected
servers, then click on the server you want to
monitor or control.
Click before the server connection to
display available remote server information
including the SDR (Sensor Data Record),
FRU (Field Replaceable Unit), SEL
(System Event Log), and Remote
Console.
Menu Available commands
Server add, delete, connect, disconnect server or change the server
settings; load/save server node list; general setting; dump/restore all
conguration
View show or hide the tool bar, status bar, navigation, and PET windows
Control power down/up, reset, power cycle, power on Lan
Edit delete the System Event Log (SEL), PET log, Reset PET destination,
Reset Baud Rate; Set MAC address
Help open Help contents or view information about the ARC application
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Some remote server information (such as the SDR) contains several sensor
groups such as Temperature, Voltage, and Fan. Click before the remote server
information to display the sensor groups.
Click before a sensor group to display individual sensors. For example,
clicking before the sensor group Temperature displays the CPU1 and system
temperatures.
You can also change the server directory
display by clicking the buttons on top of the
window. For example, clicking the IP button
displays the remote server IP address instead
of the remote server name (N). Selecting ID
displays the remote server ID instead of the
server name or IP address.
Sensor groups
Sensors
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Event window
The Event window displays the Platform Event Trap (PET) received by the ARC.
The PET information includes the event index, source IP address, enterprise,
community, generic and specic traps, and time ticks. The PET information is a
system management alert in SNMP Trap format and is used for IPMI alerting.
Status bar
The Status bar located at the bottom of the ARC window displays the connection
status to the remote server, connection duration, IP address of the remote server,
and the progress of SDR/SEL/FRU information download.
Detail/SEL window
The Detail/SEL window displays the detailed SDR and FRU information, and
the SEL (System Event Log). The window provides the link for detailed sensor
information or system events and allows you to adjust the sensor threshold values.
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3.1.2 Connecting to the remote server
To connect to the remote server:
1. From the menu bar, click Server,
then select Add New Server
Node. An Add new server
connection window appears.
2. Type the remote server name and
IP address on the elds. Click
Save Default to set the remote
server connection as the default.
Otherwise, click OK to continue or
Cancel to close the window.
The default server connection name and IP address are automatically displayed
everytime you add a new server connection.
3. When prompted, select IPMI
Server, then click Continue.
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The navigation window displays
the remote server. The available
remote server information are
displayed on the Detail/SEL
window.
4. Use any of these options to connect to the server:
• Click before the remote server to display the remote server information,
then select from the list.
• Double-click a remote server information from the Detail/SEL window.
• Click Server, then select Connect.
5. When prompted, enter the default
user name (admin) and password
(admin).
6. Set the connection request level
authentication and privilege, then
click OK.
• The default connection request level authentication is HMAC-SHA1 with
Administrator privileges. You may change these conguration according to
your network settings or preference.
• Check the box before Enable Payload Encryption if you want to use
Advanced Encryption Standard (AES).
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3.1.3 Retrieving sensor information
The Sensor Data Record (SDR) provides remote server system information
through available sensors including CPU/system/power temperatures, voltages,
fan speeds, chassis intrusion, etc. The SDR also provides information on the
sensor location (e.g. CPU1, CPU2, FAN1), event generation, and access
information.
To retrieve a sensor information:
1. From the navigation window, click before the server name to display the
remote server information.
2. Click before the SDR to display the sensor groups (e.g. Temperature),
then click before a sensor group to display the individual sensors. Select
a sensor (e.g. CPU1 Temperature) to display its values in the Detail/SEL
window.
The Detail/SEL window displays the sensor data attributes, values, and
meanings. From this window, you can adjust the sensor threshold values by
clicking the up/down arrow button after each value.
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3. Click More. A sensor window
appears displaying additional
information on the sensor.
The Information tab displays basic
sensor information including the
sensor name, current status,
current value, and sensor type.
The tab also displays the sensor
record ID and SDR version.
4. Click the Settings tab to adjust
the sensor threshold values. Click
on the up/down arrow button after
each threshold value to adjust.
Click OK to close the window.
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3.1.4 Displaying FRU information
The Field Replaceable Unit (FRU) information provides the manufacturer, product
name, and/or serial number of various modules and components installed on
the remote server. For example, the FRU feature can display the remote server
motherboard name, model, and serial number. You can use this feature when
retrieving information on a module or component installed on the remote server.
2. Click before the FRU to display available FRU information, then click
before the module/component. Select a module or component from the list to
display the FRU information in the Detail/SEL window.
• The FRU information feature allows you to obtain component or module
information even when the remote server is down or off.
• The motherboard information is not included in the FRU information.
To display the FRU information:
1. From the navigation window, click before the server name to open the
remote server information.
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3.1.5 Displaying system event logs
The System Event Log (SEL) is a non-volatile storage area where all remote
server system events are stored for real-time tracking or later retrieval. The ARC
application can display system events for efcient remote server monitoring and
troubleshooting.
To display the sytem events:
1. From the navigation window, click before the server connection, then
click SEL. The status bar displays the progress of the SEL download. When
nished, the Detail/SEL window displays the system events in chronological
order.
2. Double-click an event to display
an Event Information window.
This window displays the sensor
type and record ID, event
message, current and threshold
values, and other system event
information.
3. Click OK to close the window.
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3.1.6 Using Remote Console
The Remote Console feature lets you see the remote server screen (text only) and
is useful when you adjust the remote server BIOS settings.
To display the remote server console, press the Remote Console item from the
navigation window. The remote server screen appears in the Detail/SEL window.
F1–F10 keyboard function keys
Reboot to enter BIOS setup menu
Delete key
ARC function keys
(used in combination with other keys)
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3.1.7 Displaying all remote server sensors
To display all remote server sensors in graphical format:
1. From the navigation window, click before the server name to open the
remote server information.
2. Click All Sensors value. All remote server sensors are displayed on the
Information window in graphical format.
The color bar represents the upper/lower threshold values of each sensor.
The green pointer indicates the current value of the sensor.
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3.1.8 Adjusting the monitoring settings
The ARC application allows you to adjust the remote server monitoring settings
including SEL polling, SDR reading, and PET.
To adjust the monitoring settings:
1. Click Server on the menu bar,
then select General Setting from
the drop-down menu. A Server
Settings window appears.
2. Click on the up/down arrow button
after each setting to adjust the
value.
3. Click OK to save your changes
and close the window; otherwise,
click Cancel to ignore your
changes.
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Enabling the Short Message Service (SMS) feature
The Short Message Service or SMS feature allows you to receive Platform Event
Trap (PET) information on your smart phone (ASUS P505).
You must install Microsoft® ActiveSync® before you enable the SMS feature.
Visit www.microsoft.com to download Microsoft® ActiveSync® .
To enable the SMS feature:
1. Check the box before the Enable
Short Message Service feature.
2. Click Set Phone List.
3. When the SyncSMS mobile
phone number setup window
opens, key-in the mobile or PDA
phone number in the box.
You may click the box before each
phone number to disable it.
4. Press OK.
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3.1.9 Controlling the remote server power
ARC allows you to power up, power down, or reset the remote server using the
power menu.
2. Click Yes when the Conrm
power down window appears.
3. The remote server is turned off.
Click OK to close the window.
Use the same instructions as
reference when powering up or
resetting the remote server.
Before turning off or resetting the remote server, make sure that it is not being
used and that no application is currently running on it to avoid data loss.
To power down the remote server:
1. Click Control on the menu bar,
then select Power down from the
drop-down menu.
OR
Click the power down button on the
tool bar.
Power Down
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3.1.10 Viewing PET information
The Platform Event Trap or PET is an SNMP trap used for system management
alerts. When the ARC receives a PET, it displays a pop-up window notifying you of
the alert and its source (IP address). Right-click the window to close.
You need to install an SNMP service to the remote server to receive
PET information.
To install an SNMP service to the remote service:
1. On the Windows® taskbar, click
Start > All Programs > Control
Panel.
2. Double-click Add/Remove
Programs.
3. Double-click Add Windows
Components.
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4. Double-click Management and
Monitoring Tools.
5. Select Simple Network
Management Protocol (SNMP).
6. Click OK.
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Important notice for Windows® XP (Service Pack 2) users
If the local server system is behind a rewall, you must create a UDP port to
receive PET information.
To create a UDP port:
1. Double-click the My Computer icon from the Windows® desktop, then click
the My Network Places link.
2. Click the View network connections link, then select the LAN connection
the remote server system is using.
3. Right-click the LAN connection, then select Properties from the drop-down
menu.
4. Click the Advanced tab, then click the Settings button in the Network
Connection Sharing area.
5. On the Services tab, click the Add button to display a Service Settings
window.
6. Type a name on the Description of service eld (i.e. ASUS ARC).
7. Type the IP address of the local/central server, then set the External and
Internal Port number to 162.
8. Select UDP, then click OK. The created service is displayed in the Services
list. Check the box before the service, then click OK.
You must also adjust the Internet Explorer settings to allow active contents to run
in the local/central server. To do this:
1. From the Internet Explorer menu, click Tools, then select Internet Options
from the drop-down menu.
2. Click the Advanced tab.
3. Enable the item “Allow active content to run in les on My Computer”.
4. Click the Apply button, then click OK to close the window.
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3.2 ASUS Host Management Controller Setup
The ASUS Host Management Controller Setup utility provides precise conguration
and basic functions including System Event Log (SEL) generation and System
Data Record (SDR) reading in DOS mode.
This utility also supplies conguration sequences for the type of host interface
as well as direct real-time monitoring of system information including CPU
temperature(s), fan speeds and system voltages.
3.2.1 Installing and launching the ASUS Host Management
Controller Setup utility
To install the ASUS Host Management Controller Setup utility:
1. Boot the server in DOS mode using the support CD.
2. At the prompt, type asmc4, then press <Enter> to display the ASMC4 Utility
Help Menu. The screen appears as shown.
3. The main utility screen appears. Press <Enter>.
C:\>asmc4
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3.2.2 Command elds
The utility menu bar has ve commands: Initial, View, Set, Monitor and Help. You
can select a command using the left or right arrow button on the keyboard. After
selecting a command, use the down arrow key to display available options. Select
a command, then press <Enter> to execute.
3.2.4 View
The View command displays the Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) data
record including the System Event Log (SEL), the System Data Record (SDR), and
general BMC information.
3.2.3 Initial
The Initial command allows you to clear the SEL information or exit the utility.
Go to Initial command, then select Clear SEL to empty all System Event Log
information for a refresh set of data records. Use the Clear SEL command when
creating a new log that begins at an exact time for precise system monitoring.
Select Exit to close the utility and return to the DOS prompt.
Menu options
Menu bar
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To view the System Data Record (SDR):
1. Select BMC SDR from the View command option, then press <Enter>.
A complete list of data records appears on the left pane. The right pane
displays the sensor data information.
The number on the bottom left of the screen indicates the data record
displayed in the right window pane over the total number of sensor data
records in the remote host.
2. Use the down arrow key to display the next sensor data record.
3. Press <Esc> to return to the main screen.
To view the System Event Log (SEL):
1. Select BMC SEL from the View command option, then press <Enter>. A
complete list of system event records appear on the left pane. The right pane
displayes the SEL information.
The number on the left bottom of the window shows the system event
displayed in the right window pane over the total number of system events in
the remote host.
2. Use the down arrow key to display the next sensor event.
3. Press <Esc> to return to the main screen.
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To view the BMC information:
1. Select BMC Info from the View command option, then press <Enter>. A list
of BMC information appears on the left pane.
2. Use the down arrow button to select a BMC information. The BMC
information is displayed in the right pane.
3. Press <Esc> to return to the main screen.
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3.2.5 Set
The Set command controls the host interface type and the correct BMC time.
You can select from the following interfaces:
KCS Interface - Keyboard Controller Style
SMIC Interface - Server Management Interface Chip
BT Interface - Block Transfer
PCI Interface - Peripheral Component Interconnect
KCS2 Interface - Keyboard Controller 2 Style
3. When nished, press <Esc> to return to the main screen.
To set the BMC Timer:
1. Select BMC Timer from the Set command option, then press <Enter>.
2. Set the BMC IPMI timer to the current system time.
3. When nished, press <Esc> to return to the main screen.
To select the host interface:
1. Select Host Interface from the Set command option, then press <Enter>.
The screen displays the host interfaces supported by the server management
board.
2. Use the down arrow button to select a host interface, then press <Enter>.
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3.2.6 Monitor
The Monitor command displays real-time data on the remote server system and
CPU temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds.
To display a remote server information:
1. Select a sensor from the Monitor command options, then press <Enter>. A
list of server information appears on the left pane.
2. Use the down arrow button to select a monitor information. The selected
monitor information details are displayed in the right pane.
3. Press <Esc> to return to the main screen.
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3.2.7 Help
The Help command displays the available utility options, utility version, and
copyright information.
4
Web-based
user interface
This chapter tells you how to use the
web-based user interface that the server
management board supports.
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4.1 Web-based user interface
The web-based user interface allows you to easily monitor the remote server’s
hardware information including temperatures, fan rotations, voltages, and power.
This application also lets you instantly power on/off or reset the remote server.
You should install JRE on remote console rst before using web-based
management. You can nd JRE from the folder JAVA of the ASMB4-iKVM
support CD. You can also download JRE from http://java.sun.com/javase/
downloads.
4.1.1 Loging in the utility
1. Ensure that the LAN cable of the computer is connected to the LAN port of
the remote server.
2. Open the web browser and type in the same IP address as the one in the
remote server.
3. The below screen appears. Enter the default user name (admin) and
password (admin). Then click Login.
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4.1.2 Using the utility
The web-based graphics user interface displays when you login in the utility
successfully.
1. Menu bar: Click a menu to display available function lists.
2. Function list: Click each function key to start using its specic functions.
3. Function title: Displays the function title.
4. Section information: Displays the section information.
5. Help menu: Click to display the brief description of the selected function.
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4.2 System Information
This section contains the general information about the system, such as rmware
version and detected FRUs.
4.3 Server Health
This section contains the data related to the server health, such as the sensor
readings and event log. Click each function key to start using its specic functions
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4.3.1 Sensor Readings (with Thresholds)
The Sensor Readings page displays the system sensor information, including
readings and status.
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2 3
1. Select a sensor type category: Allows you to select the type of sensor
readings to be displayed in the list.
2. Refresh: Click to refresh the sensor readings.
3. Show/Hide Thresholds: Click to display/hide the thresholds assigned to
each sensor.
4.3.2 Event Log
The Event Log page displays a table of system event log.
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2
1. Select an event log category: Allows you to select the type of events to be
displayed in the list.
2. Refresh: Click to clear the event log.
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4.4 Conguration
This section allows you to congure the system settings. Click each function key to
start using its specic functions
4.4.1 Alerts
The Alert page allows you to congure the alert settings. Click to select the alert
item that you want to modify, delete or send a test alert.
1 2 3
1. Modify: Click Modify button to redirect the alert modication page.
2. Send Test Alert: Click to send a test alert to the set-up destination.
3. Delete: Click to delete the selected test alert.
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4.4.2 PEF
The PEF page allows you to modify the PEF conguration.
1
1. Modify: Click to select the PEF item that you want to modify. Click Modify
button to redirect the PEF modication page.
4.4.3 Mouse Mode
The Mouse Mode page allows you to select the mouse mode.
1
1. Save: Select the desired mouse mode, and then click Save to apply the
setting.
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4.4.4 Network
The Network page allows you to congure the network settings.
1. MAC Address: Select whether to obtain the IP address automatically or
manually congure one.
2. IP Address/Subnet Mask/Default Gateway: If you congure a static IP,
enter the requested address,
subnet mask and gateway in
the given eld.
3. Save: Click to apply the settings.
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4.4.5 SMTP
The SMTP page allows you to congure SMTP mail server. Enter the IP address of
the mail server, and then click Save to apply the settings.
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4.4.6 SSL
The SSL page displays the default certicate and private key, and allows you to
upload the new SSL certicate. Click Browse to navigate the available certicate,
and the click Upload to upload a new SSL certicate.
4.4.7 Users
The Users page allows you to congure the user settings and its privilege for this
server.
1. Add User: Select an empty item, and then click this button to add a new
user. The user name should be at least 4 characters; the
password should be at least 8 characters.
2. Modify User: Select a user in the list, and then click this button to modify the
settings.
3. Delete User: Select a user in the list, and then click this button to delete the
user.
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4.4.8 Congure LDAP
The Congure LDAP page allows you to authenticate and access the LDAP server.
Complete the settings in the given eld, and then click Save to apply the settings.
4.4.9 Date/Time/NTP Settings
The Date/Time/NTP Settings page allows you to set up specic date/time or
synchronize the date/time with NTP server.
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4.5 Remote Control
This section allows you to perform remote operations on the server. Click each
function key to start using its specic functions
4.5.1 Console Redirection
The Console Redirection page allows you to launch the redirection console and
manage the server remotely. Click Java Console to open the java redirection
window.
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4.5.2 Server Power Control
The Server Power Control page displays the current server power status and
allows you to change the current settings. Select the desired option, and then click
Perform Action to execute the selected action.
4.5.3 Capture Screen Video
The Capture Screen Video page allows you to view the latest redirection
screenshot. Click Capture Screen to view the screen capture data.
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4.5.4 Chassis Identify Command
The Chassis Identify Command page allows you to perform a chassis identify
command control operation. Enter identify interval in seconds, and then click
Perform Action to start the command.
4.6 Maintenance
This section allows you to perform the rmware update for the remote server. Click
Enter Update Mode to open the rmware update window.
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4.7 Languages
This section allows you to select the language for the web-based application.
Select the available language from the list, and then click Apply to perform the
setting.
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Appendix: Reference
information
The Appendix shows the location of the
LAN ports for server management and BMC
connector on server motherboards. This
section also presents common problems that
you may encounter when installing or using
the server management board.
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A.1 BMC connector
The ASUS server motherboards that support the ASMB4-iKVM/ASMB4-SOL PLUS
comes with a Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) connector.
Refer to the illustration below to locate the BMC connector on different server
motherboards.
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A.2 LAN ports for server management
The ASUS server motherboards that support the ASMB4-iKVM/ASMB4-SOL
PLUS comes with three LAN (RJ-45) ports: one for network connection and the
other two for server management. For easy identication, the LAN ports for server
management are LAN1 and LAN3 ports. You must use the LAN1 and LAN3 ports
for server management to connect the remote server to the local/central host
(direct LAN connection) or to the network hub or router.
Refer to the illustration below to identify the LAN1 and LAN3 ports for server
management on some server motherboards.
You may refer to motherboard manual for the location of LAN1 and LAN3 ports.
LAN3
LAN1
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A.3 Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
The local/central server cannot connect
to the ASMB4-iKVM/ASMB4-SOL PLUS
board
1. Check if the LAN cable is connected
to the LAN port.
2. Make sure that the IP address of
both the remote and local/central
servers are on the same subnet.
(Refer to chapter 2 for details.)
Try “ping xx.xx.xx.xx” (remote
server ip) on local/central server
and make sure remote server could
reply the ping request.
3. Check if the IP source is set to
[DHCP]. When set to [DHCP], you’ll
not be able to congure the IP
address.
All the SEL (System Event Log)
cannot be displayed
The maximum SEL number is 900 events.
The date/time shown in SEL (System
Event Log) screen is incorrect
Refer to section 4.4.9 to check if the time
zone is set up correctly.
The Java redirection screen cannot be
displayed normally
Click Refresh Page button to refresh the
redirection screen.
This troubleshooting guide provides answers to some common problems that you
may encounter while installing and/or using ASUS ASMB4-iKVM/ASMB4-SOL
PLUS. These problems require simple troubleshooting that you can perform by
yourself. Contact the Technical Support if you encounter problems not mentioned
in this section.