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Configuring and Using iKVM
The local access KVM module for the Dell M1000e server chassis is called the Avocent Integrated KVM
Switch Module, or iKVM. The iKVM is an analog keyboard, video, and mouse switch that plugs into the
chassis. It is an optional, hot-pluggable module to the chassis that provides local keyboard, mouse, and
video access to the servers in the chassis, and to the active CMC’s command line.
Related Concepts
iKVM User Interface
iKVM Key Features
Physical Connection Interfaces
iKVM User Interface
The iKVM uses the On Screen Configuration and Reporting (OSCAR) graphical user interface, which is
activated using a hot key. OSCAR allows you to select one of the servers or the Dell CMC command line
you want to access with the local keyboard, display, and mouse. Only one iKVM session per chassis is
allowed.
Related Concepts
Using OSCAR
iKVM Key Features
• Security — Protects the system with a screen saver password. After a userdefined time, the screen
saver mode engages, and access is denied until the correct password is entered to reactivate OSCAR.
• Scanning — Allows you to select a list of servers, which are displayed in the order selected while
OSCAR is in scan mode.
• Server Identification — CMC assigns unique slot names for all the servers in the chassis. Although, you
can assign names to the servers using the OSCAR interface from a tiered connection, CMC assigned
names take precedence, and any new names you assign to the servers using OSCAR is overwritten.
To change slot names using the CMC Web interface, see Configuring Slot Names. To change a slot
name using RACADM, see the setslotname section in the Chassis Management Controller for Dell
PowerEdge M1000e RACADM Command Line Reference Guide.
• Video — The iKVM video connections support video display resolutions ranging from 640 x 480 at 60
Hz up to 1280 x 1024 at 60 Hz.
• Plug and Play — The iKVM supports Display Data Channel (DDC) Plug and Play, which automates
video monitor configuration, and is compliant with the VESA DDC2B standard.
• Flash Upgradable — Allows you to update the iKVM firmware using the CMC Web interface or
RACADM fwupdate command.
Related Concepts
Using OSCAR
Managing Servers With iKVM
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