===== Dell - iDRAC =====

=====Initial Programming====
There are two methods to program the iDRAC interface:
  - via the iDARC management RJ-45 port
  - via the front micro-USB port

====Front micro-USB port====
  * Requirements
    * External computer
    * Data capable micro-USB cable
    * Tested with Windows 10/11

  - Plug the micro-USB cable into the front iDRAC port
  - Plug the other end of the micro-USB cable into the external computer.
  - Look for a solid green light on the front of server next to the micro-USB port.
    - May have to wait 30 secs.
  - Open a web browser and navigate to https://169.254.0.3
  - You are now ready to log in.

=====Logging In====
  - The default log in for iDRAC is:
    - username: root
    - password: calvin
  - Optional: Upon first log in, change the default password.
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=====Change iDRAC IP=====
  - After logging in,
  - Navigate to **iDRAC Settings**
    - {{:dell:idrac_menu.png?600|}}
    - {{:dell:idrac_settings.png?600|}}
  - Select **Connectivity**
    - {{:dell:idrac_ipv4_connectivity.png?600|}}
  - Change the IP address to the desired one.
  - Also, set the Subnet Mask, Gateway, and DNS IPs, if required.
  - Click **Apply**
  - May have to wait a few mins, else, reboot the iDRAC, **Not the system**.

=====Reboot the iDRAC=====
  - Navigate to the **Overview Page**
    - {{:dell:idrac_dashboard.png?600|}}
  - Select **More Actions**
=====Backlinks=====
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