HP A4500A Hardware Manual - rp24xx, Customer Viewable - Page 135

Secure Web Console I/O Card Replacement Secure Web Console I/O Card Replacement The Secure Web Console (SWC) is installed in the rp24xx system as a PCI Card. This option must be included in the initial order of the rp24xx server where it will be installed at the factory during the assembly process. While not available for installation after receipt of the server, it is customer-replaceable if the factory-installed card fails during operation. Secure Web Console Features • Low-level Commands - A remote operator can exercise powerful, low-level, HP-UX and MPE/ix commands and functions. • Remote Server Management - Provides secure access to the RS-232 low-level console serial port, on supported servers, via the Internet/Intranet. • One Person, One Console, Several Servers - Using a browser, an operator, from a single location, can manage multiple servers, regardless of where they are located. • Simultaneous Multiple Operator Access - Up to four operators, in different locations, can share the same remote server console at the same time. • Security - Built-in security includes password encryption, scrambled transmission of data, and secure Java download protection. • Mirrored Access - Up to four operators can simultaneously share the remote console screen and keyboard. • Universal Browser-based - Supports both Netscape© v.3.0+ and Microsoft© Internet Explorer v.3.0+ Web browsers. • Efficient Server Access - Operator can bookmark servers for multiple server lookup. • Upgradable - HP Secure Web Console firmware is upgradable over the network, making it easy to add new versions and functionality. • Internet Standards Compliant - Supports HTTP, FTP, TFTP, and other key Internet standards. Secure Web Console PCI Card Replacement The PCI card version of the SWC is a standard half-card PCI form factor. It is connected to the server by an internal bus connection in lieu of an external RS-232 connection and to the LAN by a twisted-pair cable and an RJ-45 modular plug connection. Refer to the PCI Card Replacement instructions for replacement procedures. Replacing a SWC card is straightforward. However, proper configuration of the SWC card IP address, plus the complexity of the network, can present problems unless you are properly prepared before hand. It is therefore highly recommended that you: • Read and ensure you understand the entire installation and configuration procedure (Hardware and software) before starting. • Acquire all required network information from the system administrator before starting the installation. (IP addresses, user and administrator names, passwords, etc.). Chapter 143