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The EMP Console also has Phonebook plug-in that can be used to create and
maintain a list of servers and their phone numbers.
EMP and PEP (Platform Event Paging) share the modem, if installed. PEP has
priority over all applications except EMP. If an alert occurs, PEP will reset your
modem and page you.
Note
Platform Event Paging
With Platform Event Paging (PEP), your server can be configured to automatically
dial up a paging service and page you when a platform event occurs. Platform
events include temperature out-of-range, voltage out-of-range, chassis intrusion, fan
failure, etc.
If PEP is enabled and the BMC receives or detects a new event, it automatically
sends a page. It can send a page if the processors are down or if the system
software is unavailable.
PEP needs an external modem connected to the server’s EMP (Emergency
Management Port) serial connection. This is typically the COM2 serial connector.
Security
To help prevent unauthorized entry or use of the server, the Server Control server
management software monitors the system intrusion switch.
Security with Mechanical
Locks and Monitoring
If installed, you can activate the chassis intrusion alarm switch. When the side
panel or front door is opened, the switch transmits an alarm signal to the server
board, where the BMC firmware and server management software will process the
signal. For example, the system can be programmed to respond to an intrusion by
powering down or by locking the keyboard.
Software Locks
The BIOS Setup and the System Setup Utility (SSU) provide a number of security
features to prevent unauthorized or accidental access to the system. Once the
security measures are enabled, you can access the system only after you enter the
correct password(s). For example:
q Enable the keyboard lockout timer so that the server requires a password to
reactivate the keyboard and mouse after a specified time out period¾1 to
120 minutes.
q Set and enable an administrative password.
q Set and enable a user password.
q Set secure mode to prevent keyboard or mouse input and to prevent use of
the front panel reset and power switches.
Chapter Two System Features