Administrator Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions
This section lists some frequently asked questions about the iDRAC Service Module.
Do I need to uninstall Open Manage Server Administrator before
installing or running the iDRAC Service Module?
No. Before you install or run the iDRAC Service Module, ensure that you have stopped the features of Open Manage
Server Administrator (OMSA) that the iDRAC Service Module provide.
NOTE: Uninstalling OMSA is not required.
How do I know that the iDRAC Service Module is installed in my
system?
To know if the iDRAC Service Module is installed on your system,
• On Windows:
Run the service.msc command. Find from the list of services if there is a service by name DSM iDRAC Service
Module.
• On Linux:
Run the command /etc/init.d/dcismeng status. If the iDRAC Service Module is installed and running,
the status displayed will be
running.
How do I know which version of the iDRAC Service Module I have
in my system?
To check the version of the iDRAC Service Module in the system, click Start -> Control Panel -> Programs and Features.
The version of the installed iDRAC Service Module will be listed in the Version tab. You can also check the version by go
to My Computer → Uninstall or change a program.
What is the minimum permission level required to install the iDRAC
Service Module?
To install the iDRAC Service Module, you must have Administrator level privileges.
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