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Functions of the iRMC S2/S3
1.2 Functions of the iRMC S2/S3 (overview)
The iRMC S2/S3 supports a wide range of functions that are provided by
default. With Advanced Video Redirection (AVR) and Remote Storage, the
iRMC S2/S3 also provides two additional advanced features for the remote
management of PRIMERGY servers. To use AVR and Remote Storage, you
require a valid license key, which can be purchased separately.
Standard functions of the iRMC S2/S3
● Browser access
The iRMC S2/S3 features its own web server which can be accessed by the
management station from a standard web browser.
● Security (SSL, SSH)
Secure access to the Web server and secure graphical console redirection
including mouse and keyboard can be provided over HTTPS/SSL. An
encrypted connection protected using SSH mechanisms can be set up to
access the iRMC S2/S3 using the Remote Manager. The Remote Manager
is an alphanumeric user interface for the iRMC S2/S3.
● ServerView Integration
The ServerView agents detect the iRMC S2/S3 and automatically assign it
to the relevant server. This means that it is possible to start the iRMC S2/S3
web interface and text console redirection using the ServerView Remote
Management Frontend directly from ServerView Operations Manager.
● Power management
Irrespective of the status of the system, you have the following options for
powering the managed server up or down from the remote workstation
– using the iRMC S2/S3 web interface
– using the Remote Manager and the command line interface (CLP)
– with a script.