UCS C−Series server. Prerequisites Requirements Cisco recommends that you: • Have a working knowledge of the Cisco UCS C−Series Server Blade hardware and software administration. • Be familiar with UCS C−Series Servers Cisco Integrated Management Controller • Understand the impact and implications of the different commands described in this document.
KVM Features Overview of KVM features: Cisco C−Series Rack Servers provides a physical local video and two usb connections for a usb keyboard, video monitor, and usb mouse connection through the front panel of the Rack Server using the Cisco provided dongle connector.
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C200 Rear Panel: Connection for C200 Server: C210 Front Panel: C210 Rear Panel: Connection for C210 Server:...
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C250 Front Panel: C250 Rear Panel: Connection for C250 Server:...
Power Up the KVM Complete these steps in order to power up the server: Plug the power cord into the chassis. Note: ♦ CIMC initializes system standby (Power Off mode). ♦ CIMC is active and can be controlled through GUI or CLI, if you know the IP address. Depress Front Panel Power: ♦...
♦ If this happens, wait and then press the power button again. Power UP KVM View While the server boots up, you can access BIOS, Cisco Splash Screen in Quiet mode: • Press ESC in order to watch POST. •...
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♦ HBA/CNA if installed ♦ Additional NICs ♦ Then point a Web browser to the configured CIMC IP address. ♦ Default username: admin ♦ Default password: password Choose Admin > Network Settings and check Settings.
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In order to revert to DHCP, from the Admin tab in the GUI, choose Network and in IPv4 properties, check the Use DHCP box. Reboot the chassis.
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Monitor your DHCP server to see when the IP is assigned to your MAC. Then point to the new IP server. Once you logged into the CIMC, you can check the network setting:...