Summary: This is the home page for the new Dell PowerEdge R760 / R660 server with iDRAC (Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller). The article details system setup, iDRAC usage, LifeCycle Controller (LCC) configuration, and operating system installation.
You have unpacked your new Dell PowerEdge R760 / R660 server. Now it is time to place it in the appropriate rack, install the iDRAC, and install the operating system. This will help you integrate the device into your infrastructure. This guide will guide you through all the steps you need to take. It also provides best practices for optimal configuration and performance. The information provided here also simplifies maintenance and management.
Steps to get started:
- Installing the system in a new location
- iDRAC settings for better system management.
- Log in to iDRAC Web Interface Disk Shelf Controller (LCC) Configuration
- Installing the operating system
System settings
- Unpack the system
- Install the system in a rack. The physical method of installing the server in a rack or tower is described in this article.
- Connecting peripheral devices to the system
- Connect the power cables and apply power to the system. This can be done by pressing the power button or using iDRAC.
iDRAC Settings
The Dell Embedded Remote Access Controller (iDRAC) is designed to improve system administrator productivity and overall availability of Dell systems. iDRAC notifies administrators of system issues. This enables remote system management and reduces the need for physical access to the system.
Logging into iDRAC
To log in to the iDRAC web user interface, open a browser and enter the IP address. The default address is 192.168.0.120. There are also other ways to connect to iDRAC using command line protocols (SSH, RACADM). For more information, refer to the latest version of the Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User Guide titled “Configuring iDRAC Communication”. The login screen will be displayed. The default username is “root”.
If you have not selected secure access to iDRAC by default, the default password is "calvin".
If you have selected secure access to iDRAC by default, the security password is listed on the sticker on the back of the Service Tag.
default Enter the username and password to log in to iDRAC.
Note: You can enable directory login (Microsoft AD or LDAP) in iDRAC settings.
Configuring and launching the LifeCycle Controller (LCC)
Dell LCC is an advanced embedded systems management technology that enables remote management of servers using iDRAC. LCC allows you to update firmware using a local repository or a firmware repository on a Dell server. The OS Deployment Wizard available in LCC allows you to perform operating system deployment. To access LCC, press F10 during startup. LCC shares an IP address with one of the server's network adapters. The IP address must be configured at least once to use the update and install operating system feature.
For more detailed information about the DELL PowerEdge R760 server or the DELL PowerEdge R660 server , you can visit our SERVER SOLUTIONS website. To find out the cost of the server, click on the DELL Server Configurator link .