Users Guide

NOTE: Lifecycle log is available even if the OS is not installed on the system and is independent of the power state

of the system.

Exporting Lifecycle Log

Use this feature to export the Lifecycle Log information to an XML file. Store the XML file on an USB Device or network

share, or both the locations.

To export the lifecycle log, invoke the ExportLCLog() method on the DCIM_LCService class. For more information on

the schema, see Lifecycle Log Schema.

Deleting Configuration and Resetting to Defaults

Use this feature to delete any sensitive data and configuration related information when you need to retire a managed

node, reuse a managed node for a different application, or move a managed node to a non-secure location.

CAUTION: This feature resets the iDRAC to factory defaults, and deletes all iDRAC user credentials and IP address

configuration settings. It also deletes lifecycle logs that contain the history of all the change events, firmware

upgrades, and user comments, certificates, ExportFactoryConfiguration information, firmware rollback files, and

the license files. It is recommended that you export the Lifecycle Log in a safe location before using this feature.

After the operation, manually shut down and power on the system.

NOTE: Backup the lifecycle log and the ExportedFactoryConfiguration before deleting the configuration.

To delete configuration and reset to factory default, invoke the LCWipe() method on the DCIM_LCService.

Viewing and Exporting Hardware Inventory after Resetting Lifecycle Controller

After performing Lifecycle Controller reset, incorrect inventory data is displayed or exported into an XML file. To view or

export the correct hardware inventory data after resetting the Lifecycle Controller:

NOTE: After performing resetting Lifecycle Controller, manually shut down the system.

1. Power on the system and wait for a couple of minutes for iDRAC to start functioning.

2. Disconnect the power cord and wait for 30 seconds.

3. Reconnect the power cord and boot the system and invoke the ExportHWInventory() method on

DCIM_LCService class.