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Using and Configuring Virtual Media 187
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Using and Configuring Virtual
Media
Overview
The Virtual Media feature provides the managed system with a virtual CD
drive, which can use standard media from anywhere on the network.
Figure 8-1 shows the overall architecture of virtual media.
Figure 8-1. Overall Architecture of Virtual Media
Using Virtual Media, administrators can remotely boot their managed
systems, install applications, update drivers, or even install new operating
systems remotely from the virtual CD/DVD and diskette drives.
NOTE: Virtual media requires a minimum available network bandwidth of 128 Kbps.
Managed System Management Station
DRAC 4
Remote CD
Virtual Floppy
Virtual CD
Remote Floppy
Network