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Dell - iDRAC

Initial Programming

There are two methods to program the iDRAC interface:

  1. via the iDARC management RJ-45 port
  2. via the front micro-USB port

Front micro-USB port

  • Requirements
    • External computer
    • Data capable micro-USB cable
    • Tested with Windows 10/11
  1. Plug the micro-USB cable into the front iDRAC port
  2. Plug the other end of the micro-USB cable into the external computer.
  3. Look for a solid green light on the front of server next to the micro-USB port.
    1. May have to wait 30 secs.
  4. Open a web browser and navigate to https://169.254.0.3
  5. You are now ready to log in.

Logging In

  1. The default log in for iDRAC is:
    1. username: root
    2. password: calvin
  2. Optional: Upon first log in, change the default password.

Change iDRAC IP

  1. After logging in,
  2. Navigate to iDRAC Settings
  3. Select Connectivity
  4. Change the IP address to the desired one.
  5. Also, set the Subnet Mask, Gateway, and DNS IPs, if required.
  6. Click Apply
  7. May have to wait a few mins, else, reboot the iDRAC, Not the system.

Reboot the iDRAC

  1. Navigate to the Overview Page
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