CIMC Configuration

This appendix describes using the Cisco Integrated Management Controller (CIMC) Configuration Utility to set up remote server management.

Using CIMC Configuration Utility

After booting the server, the Cisco screen is displayed, which allows you to enter the Cisco Integrated Management Controller (CIMC) Configuration Utility. The CIMC interface can be used for remote server management.


Note

A monitor and keyboard must be attached directly to the appliance to use this utility.

Procedure

Step 1

Power on the server.

Figure 1. Cisco Screen
Step 2

After the memory check is completed, press F8 to enter the CIMC Configuration Utility.

Figure 2. CIMC Configuration Utility
Step 3

In the CIMC configuration utility, set up an IP address that can be used for remote server management.

Step 4

Save the configuration and exit the utility.
Step 5

In a web browser, enter https://<CIMC-IP address>/ to open the CIMC Interface.

Step 6

Enter the initial User Name (admin) and Password (password).

Figure 3. Cisco Integrated Management Controller (CIMC) Interface

The CIMC interface can now be used to view the server health and open a KVM to complete the remaining setup steps remotely.