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MegaRAC™ G2
User’s Guide
MAN-827
03/03/03
MegaRAC G2 User’s Guide
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Revision History
09/30/02 Initial release.
11/20/02 Serial Port Text Redirection Instructions (Serial over LAN)
11/22/02 Updated the CBL-G2RAC821 drawing.
12/02/02 Modem Daughterboard Installation and Usage
12/04/02 Port Usage
12/06/02 Updated Packing List and Optional Components
12/11/02 Troubleshooting : Screen Distortion
03/03/03 Replaced all screen captures to reflect the new GUI icons
Preface
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction ................................................................................................................ 1
Features ....................................................................................................................................... 1
Chapter 2 Installing Your MegaRAC G2 Card ........................................................................... 3
Before You Start .......................................................................................................................... 3
Avoid Electro-Static Discharge (ESD)...................................................................................... 3
MegaRAC G2 Installation and Setup........................................................................................... 3
Step 1 Unpack the MegaRAC G2 Card (and check jumper settings).......................................... 4
MegaRAC G2 Card Layout ...................................................................................................... 4
MegaRAC G2 MAC Address.................................................................................................... 4
J5 MegaRAC G2 Feature Connector ....................................................................................... 5
JP2 Flash Write Enable/Disable............................................................................................... 5
JP3 MegaRAC G2 Reset Button.............................................................................................. 5
JP6 Diagnostic and Recovery Mode Jumper ........................................................................... 6
Step 2 Install the Optional Battery and Battery Clip .................................................................... 6
Installation ................................................................................................................................ 6
Charging the Battery Pack .......................................................................................................7
Storage ..................................................................................................................................... 7
Changing the Battery Pack.......................................................................................................7
Disposing of a Battery Pack .....................................................................................................8
Battery Disposal Laws.............................................................................................................. 8
Other Laws in Other Areas.......................................................................................................8
Step 3 Install the Optional Modem Daughterboard ..................................................................... 9
Step 4 Plug in the MegaRAC G2 Card into the Host System and Attach Internal Cables .......... 9
Step 5 Connect External Cables................................................................................................ 10
Step 6 Confirm the Motherboard’s BIOS Settings ..................................................................... 10
Step 7 Install the Operating System and MegaRAC G2 Drivers ............................................... 10
Step 8 Install the American Megatrends MegaRAC G2 Windows Host Components............... 11
Step 9 Setup Your Client Internet Browser................................................................................ 15
Step 10 Connect to the MegaRAC G2 from a Client System .................................................... 19
Step 11 Load the MegaRAC G2 SDK File for Your Server Board Model (OEM VERSION
ONLY) ........................................................................................................................................ 23
Chapter 3 Locating Your MegaRAC G2 Card.......................................................................... 27
Overview .................................................................................................................................... 27
Locating Your MegaRAC G2 Card ............................................................................................ 27
IP Address Range...................................................................................................................... 30
Schedule Discovery ................................................................................................................... 32
Usage......................................................................................................................................... 33
Chapter 4 Using Your MegaRAC G2 ........................................................................................ 35
GUI Overview............................................................................................................................. 35
Section Icons and Functions...................................................................................................... 35
Default User Name and Password ............................................................................................ 38
Welcome Screen/ Section.......................................................................................................... 38
AMI Online Screen Shot......................................................................................................... 40
MegaRAC G2 card Online Screen Shot................................................................................. 40
MegaRAC G2 Information..........................................................................................................41
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Table of Contents, Continued
System Information .................................................................................................................... 42
Health of the MegaRAC G2 Card .............................................................................................. 43
Host Health Information (OEM VERSION ONLY) ..................................................................... 44
Loading an SDK File .............................................................................................................. 45
SDK Explained ....................................................................................................................... 48
Show Thresholds.................................................................................................................... 49
SDK Thresholds Explained .................................................................................................... 50
Hide Thresholds ..................................................................................................................... 51
Deleting an SDK File .............................................................................................................. 52
Event Log ................................................................................................................................... 55
Clear Event Logs.................................................................................................................... 56
Refresh Event Logs................................................................................................................ 58
MegaRAC G2 Card Management.............................................................................................. 59
Remote Control.......................................................................................................................... 59
Remote Console ........................................................................................................................ 60
Redirection ................................................................................................................................. 61
Setting up Internet Explorer....................................................................................................61
Staring Redirection................................................................................................................. 65
Remote Console Shortcut Key Combinations........................................................................ 66
Console Redirection Window ................................................................................................. 67
Console Redirection Toolbar.................................................................................................. 70
Console Redirection Toolbar Status ...................................................................................... 70
Console Redirection Toolbar Toggle Buttons ........................................................................ 71
Setting up Virtual Floppy on Windows 2000/XP (OEM VERSION ONLY)............................. 72
Start Floppy Drive Redirection (OEM VERSION ONLY) ....................................................... 75
Stop Floppy Drive Redirection (OEM VERSION ONLY)........................................................ 77
Start CD-ROM Drive Redirection ........................................................................................... 78
Stop CD-ROM Drive Redirection ........................................................................................... 80
Stopping Console Redirection................................................................................................ 81
Crash Screen ............................................................................................................................. 82
MegaRAC G2 Card Configurations ........................................................................................... 83
Administrator Setup................................................................................................................ 84
Adding an Administrator .........................................................................................................85
Editing an Administrator ......................................................................................................... 87
Removing an Administrator .................................................................................................... 89
Networking Options ................................................................................................................ 91
Setting up Date and Time....................................................................................................... 93
Maintenance/ Flash ................................................................................................................ 94
Updating Your MegaRAC G2 Card’s Firmware ..................................................................... 95
Mail Configuration ................................................................................................................ 100
Alert Recipients .................................................................................................................... 101
Select Your Event Log Policy ............................................................................................... 102
Advanced MegaRAC G2 Card Configurations ........................................................................ 103
I2C Configuration ................................................................................................................. 103
IPMI Configuration................................................................................................................ 104
Modem Configuration ........................................................................................................... 105
Host Heartbeat ..................................................................................................................... 107
MegaRAC G2 Server Heartbeat........................................................................................... 108
Cont'd
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Table of Contents, Continued
Appendix A MegaRAC G2 Feature Cable........................................................................... 109
MegaRAC G2 Feature Cable Layout....................................................................................... 109
Appendix B WinCuri, LinCuri, and G2ConfigApp ............................................................. 111
Overview .................................................................................................................................. 111
G2ConfigApp ........................................................................................................................... 111
User Manager Tab ............................................................................................................... 113
About .................................................................................................................................... 114
Network Configuration Tab................................................................................................... 115
Firmware Flash Tab ............................................................................................................. 116
Advanced Tab ...................................................................................................................... 117
Server Information Tab......................................................................................................... 118
WinCuri .................................................................................................................................... 119
WinCuri.exe Help File........................................................................................................... 119
LinCuri...................................................................................................................................... 121
LinCuri Help File................................................................................................................... 122
Appendix C G2 Mouse Booster........................................................................................... 125
G2 Mouse Booster ................................................................................................................... 125
Appendix D MegaRAC G2 Flash Utility .............................................................................. 127
MegaRAC G2 Card Flash Utility .............................................................................................. 127
Appendix E Troubleshooting : Screen Distortion............................................................. 133
Problem.................................................................................................................................... 133
Solution .................................................................................................................................... 134
Appendix F Serial Over LAN ............................................................................................... 135
Hardware Setup ....................................................................................................................... 135
Internal.................................................................................................................................. 135
External ................................................................................................................................ 136
BIOS ..................................................................................................................................... 137
Connecting using Hyper Terminal ........................................................................................... 138
Appendix G Modem Daughterboard ................................................................................... 141
Overview .................................................................................................................................. 141
Before You Start ...................................................................................................................... 141
Avoid Electro-Static Discharge (ESD).................................................................................. 141
Modem Daughterboard Installation.......................................................................................... 142
Modem Daughterboard Installation Illustration..................................................................... 143
Pin Alignment Illustration...................................................................................................... 143
Configuring the Modem............................................................................................................ 144
Outgoing Calls...................................................................................................................... 144
Incoming Calls...................................................................................................................... 147
Appendix H Port Usage........................................................................................................ 149
Port Usage Table ..................................................................................................................... 149
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Table of Contents, Continued
Appendix I MAC Address Map........................................................................................... 151
Notes........................................................................................................................................ 152
Appendix J Host System USB Mouse and Keyboard Considerations for Linux 7.x..... 153
Overview .................................................................................................................................. 153
File Description ........................................................................................................................ 153
Check Your AMIBIOS Settings ................................................................................................ 153
USB Keyboard ......................................................................................................................... 153
USB Mouse.............................................................................................................................. 154
If linking to XFree86….......................................................................................................... 154
Appendix K GtkRConsole for Linux ................................................................................... 155
Installation ................................................................................................................................ 155
Index ........................................................................................................................................... 157
Preface
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Limited Warranty
The buyer agrees that if this product proves to be defective, American Megatrends is only
obligated to repair or replace this product at American Megatrends’ discretion according
to the terms and conditions of the warranty registration card that accompanies this
product. American Megatrends shall not be liable in tort or contract for any loss or
damage, direct, incidental or consequential resulting from the use of this product. Please
see the Warranty Registration Card shipped with this product for full warranty details.
Technical Support
AMI provides technical support for AMI products purchased directly from AMI or from
an AMI-authorized reseller only.
If… Then…
You purchased this product from AMI or
from a certified AMI reseller,
Call AMI technical support at 770-246-8645.
Please be prepared to specify the serial
number of the product.
This AMI product was installed as part of a
system manufactured by a company other than
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an unauthorized reseller,
Call the technical support department of the
computer manufacturer or the unauthorized
reseller. AMI does not provide direct
technical support in this case.
If an American Megatrends MegaRAC™ G2 card fails to operate as described or you are
in doubt about a configuration option, please call technical support at 770-246-8645.
Web Site
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Disclaimer
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Packing List
You should have received the following:
• a MegaRAC™ G2 card
• one USB cable
• a warranty card
• this MegaRAC™ G2 User's Guide (located on the MegaRAC™ G2 CD)
• a MegaRAC™ G2 Quick Installation Guide
• a MegaRAC™ G2 CD
Preface
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Optional Components
The following components do not come with your MegaRAC™ G2 card. You must order
these components separately.
• internal modem daughterboard (not designed to support Console Redirection)
• internal battery backup with battery clip
• MegaRAC G2 feature connector cable (I2C is an OEM version feature only, the I2C
connector is motherboard specific)
• external power adapter and power cable
Note: The optional modem is NOT designed for Console Redirection. However, you can still
perform Console Redirection, but it is debilitating and extremely slow.
Note: The optional MegaRAC™ G2 feature connector cable must be custom made for your
specific configuration.
ICES-003 (Canada)
Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites bruits radioélectriques applicables aux
appareils numériques de Classe A prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur:
“Appareils Numériques”, NMB-003 édictée par le Ministre Canadian des
Communications.
English translation of the notice above:
“This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital
Apparatus,” ICES-003 of the Canadian Department of Communications.”
BSMI (Taiwan)
The BSMI Certification number is located on the product safety label that is located on
the topside of the PCB.
D33314
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Chapter One : Introduction
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Chapter 1 Introduction
Features
Feature Description
Key Feature
• 100% out-of-band
• 100% operating system independent
Service Processor
• provides out-of-band connectivity
• plugs into a mission critical server
• half-sized PCI form factor plugs into any PCI slot
Remote Client
• industry standard Internet browser (any JavaScript 1.2 capable)
• manage the server from anywhere in the world
• SSL v3 for secure connection
Processor
• 32-Bit 66 MHz ~ 60 MIPS System On Chip (SOC)
Memory
• 16 megabyte SDRAM standard (soldered on PCB, you cannot upgrade or
remove)
Flash
• four megabyte flash ROM (soldered on PCB, you cannot upgrade or remove)
Ethernet LAN
• integrated SOC 10/100 MAC
• external level one 10/100 BASE-TX Ethernet
On-Board Modem + DAA
(Optional)
• 56K socket modem (not designed to support Console Redirection)
I2C Controller Hardware
Monitor (OEM version
feature)
• ambient temperature monitoring
• PCI voltages monitoring
• battery voltage monitoring
• RTC
• external RTC for time stamp of events
Power Supply switching logic between optional 6 V wall adapter, 5 V PCI and optional on-board
battery
Battery Backup (Optional) provides 30 minutes of battery backup in case of host system or optional wall adapter
power failure
Form Factor
• half-size standard PCI card
Environmental
Specifications
• storage temperature: -20 degrees to 80 degrees C
• relative humidity: 5 to 80 percent non-condensing @ 40 degrees
• operating temperature: 0 to 45 degrees C
• vibration: 2.5G acceleration over 2000 Hz sine wave, 2oct/mian sine sweep
• shock: 20G; 11 msec duration, half-sine shock sweep
Monitoring
• IPMI 1.5 compliant (OEM version feature)
• I2C sensors (OEM version feature)
• SDK support for easy customization (OEM version feature)
• OEM specific
• OAR (Out-of-band Auto Recovery)
Cont’d
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Features, Continued
Feature Description
Communication
• 10/100 megabit Ethernet LAN
• 56K modem (optional, not designed to support Console Redirection)
• VPN support
• TCP/IP
• DHCP enabled
• SNMP
• web-based interface
Alert Notification
• SNMP trap up to eight destinations
• numeric and alphanumeric paging (when optional modem is installed)
• email notification
Console Redirection
• via 10/100 megabit Ethernet LAN
• up to 15 screens per second high speed redirection hardware engine
• no overhead on the host system, complete operating system independence
• redirect BIOS screens and setup screens
• seamless text and graphics transition
• PCI support
Security
• SSL (Secured Socket Layer) 3.0
• DAA (Digestive Authentication Access)
• MD-5
Virtual Boot
• CD-ROM
• Floppy
• allows remote operating system boot up and installation
Host Side Operating
System Support
• Windows 2000/XP and above
• RedHat 7.3 and above
OEM Development Kit
(SDK)
available
Chapter Two : Installing Your MegaRAC G2 Card
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Chapter 2 Installing Your MegaRAC G2
Card
Before You Start
Avoid Electro-Static Discharge (ESD)
Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) can damage the MegaRAC G2 card and other system
components. Keep your MegaRAC G2 card in its anti-static bag until it is to be
installed. Avoid contact with any component or connector on any adapter card, printed
circuit board, or memory module. Handle these components by the mounting bracket.
Perform all unpacking and installation procedures on a ground-connected anti-static mat.
Wear an anti-static wristband grounded at the same point as the anti-static mat. You can
also use a sheet of conductive aluminum foil grounded through a one megaohm resistor
instead of the anti-static mat. Similarly, a strip of conductive aluminum foil wrapped
around the wrist and grounded through a one megaohm resistor serves the same purpose
as a wristband.
MegaRAC G2 Installation and Setup
Use the following steps to install the MegaRAC G2 card into the host system.
Step Action
1 Unpack the MegaRAC G2 card (and check jumper settings)
2 Install the optional battery and battery clip
3 Install the optional modem daughterboard
4 Plug in the MegaRAC G2 card into the host system and attach internal cables
5 Connect external cables
6 Confirm the motherboard’s BIOS settings
7 Install the operating system and MegaRAC G2 card’s display adapter drivers
8 Install all American Megatrends MegaRAC G2 Windows Host Components
9 Setup your client system’s Internet browser
10 Connect to the MegaRAC G2 from a client system
11 Load the MegaRAC G2 SDK file for your server board model (OEM version feature)
Note: Inspect the cardboard carton for obvious damage.
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Step 1 Unpack the MegaRAC G2 Card (and check jumper settings)
MegaRAC G2 Card Layout
MegaRAC G2 MAC Address
Your MegaRAC G2 card has a unique MAC address. The MAC address is the only way
to distinguish one MegaRAC G2 card from another when you run programs such as
WinFlash and G2Seek. You can write down your MegaRAC G2 card’s MAC address in
the table below or in Appendix I, MAC Address Map. See the first line for an example.
MAC Address Location Description
00-40-D9-02-9B-3C Server Room, Rack 2, 5
Windows 2000 Advanced
Server, Mail Server
Cont’d
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Step 1 Unpack the MegaRAC G2 Card (and check jumper settings), Continued
Check the following jumpers:
Jumper Setting
JP2 Confirm that pins one and two are shorted
JP6 Confirm that pins one, two and three are open
J5 MegaRAC G2 Feature Connector
This feature connector is primarily used for operating the host system’s motherboard
power and reset switch.
Note: Only the OEM version can utilize the hardware health monitoring capabilities of
MegaRAC G2 feature connector. The hardware health monitoring function requires an
OEM specific cable and Sensor Definition Kit (SDK) file.
Pin Description Pin Description
1 Not Connected 11 Reset_Host #
2 I2C Clock 12 Ground
3 Not Connected 13 Ground
4 Not Connected 14 Not Connected
5 Power_Off # 15 Not Connected
6 I2C Data 16 Ground
7 Not Connected 17 Not Connected
8 Not Connected 18 Not Connected
9 Not Connected 19 Not Connected
10 Not Connected 20 Ground
JP2 Flash Write Enable/Disable
You can write-protect your MegaRAC G2 card’s firmware so that it cannot be flashed.
By default, pins one and two are shorted so that you can flash the firmware.
Pin Description
1 VCC3
2 Write-Protect Enabled
3 Ground
Pin Description
1-2 Flash Write Enable
2-3 Flash Write Disable
JP3 MegaRAC G2 Reset Button
You can short this jumper to reset your MegaRAC G2 card.
Pin Description
1 Ground
2 Reset #
Cont’d
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Step 1 Unpack the MegaRAC G2 Card (and check jumper settings), Continued
JP6 Diagnostic and Recovery Mode Jumper
This jumper is primarily used to recover a failed flash attempt. By shorting pins one and
two, you can place your MegaRAC G2 card into Diagnostics Mode. By shorting pins two
and three, you can place your MegaRAC G2 card into Recovery Mode. See Appendix D,
WinFlash.exe for more information on how to recover your MegaRAC G2 card. By
default, pins one, two and three are open.
Pin Description
1 GP I/O PA7
2 Ground
3 GP I/O PA10
Step 2 Install the Optional Battery and Battery Clip
The MegaRAC G2 on-board battery backup is an optional component. When the
optional battery is installed, your MegaRAC G2 card can stay powered on for 30 minutes
without any external power from the host system or AC adapter.
Installation
To install the Battery Backup Unit, plug the battery cable into the J1 connector and place
the battery pack in between the three mounting holes. Next, align and snap the plastic
battery clip into the three mounting holes over the battery pack. See the diagram on the
right.
Align and snap
the battery clip
into the three
mounting holes
on top side of
the PCB over the
battery backup
unit
Place the battery
in between the three
mouniting holes
Plug the battery cable
into the J1 connector
Cont’d
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Step 2 Install the Optional Battery and Battery Clip, Continued
Charging the Battery Pack
WARNING!
Risk of explosion if battery type used is incorrect.
ONLY use AMI battery part number BAT-LIION-3.6-01.
The optional battery pack is shipped uncharged. The MegaRAC G2 card automatically
starts to charge the battery after you install it. You must charge the battery pack before it
can be used to provide backup power to the MegaRAC G2 card. The minimum time that
the battery must be charged is:
AMI Part Number Description Weight Time to Charge
BAT-LIION-3.6-01 Battery, Li-Ion, 3.6 V, 855/900 mAh on-board
battery pack with mounting brackets
33 g six hours
Note: Li-Ion has no memory effect. Lithium-ion cells offer extended cycle life when cycled at
low depth of discharge.
Storage
If you keep a stock of extra MegaRAC G2 batteries, store them at room temperature.
Note: The recoverable capacity of cells stored for over one year at room temperature and fully
charged is 94%. The retained capacity of these same cells is 87%. This means the self-
discharge rate for a fully charged cell is approximately 150 mAh per year or 427 uAh per
day. The self-discharge rate for cells is non-linear. A partially charged cell has a self-
discharge rate of about 80 uAh per day.
Changing the Battery Pack
The optional MegaRAC G2 battery pack must be replaced every 400 cycles. Cells retain
80% of their original capacity after 400 cycles. A cycle is defined as a full charge (4.2V)
followed by a full discharge (2.8V). Keep in mind that cycling or storing the cells at
elevated temperatures can reduce the cell capacity and cycle life. Cells discharged and
stored at low temperatures can extend the shelf life of the batteries.
Step Action
1 Bring down the operating system properly. Turn the computer power off. Remove the computer cover.
Remove the MegaRAC G2 card.
2 Disconnect the battery pack cable from the J1 jumper on the MegaRAC G2 card. Remove the plastic battery
clip and then replace the Battery Backup Unit.
3 Install a new battery pack and connect the new battery pack to the J1 jumper. Align and snap the plastic
battery clip into the three mounting holes over the battery pack.
4 Reinstall the MegaRAC G2 card into the host system.
Cont’d
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Step 2 Install the Optional Battery and Battery Clip, Continued
Disposing of a Battery Pack
WARNING!
Do not dispose of the MegaRAC G2 optional battery pack by fire. Do not mutilate the battery pack. Do
not damage it in any way. Toxic chemicals can be released if it is damaged. Do not short-circuit the
battery pack.
The material in the battery pack contains heavy metals that can contaminate the
environment. Federal, state, and local laws prohibit disposal of some rechargeable
batteries in public landfills. These batteries must be sent to a specific location for proper
disposal. Call the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation at 678-419-9990 (FAX:
678-419-9986) for an authorized battery disposal site near you. For a list of battery
disposal sites, write to:
Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation
http://www.rbrc.org/
1000 Parkwood Circle
Suite 450
Atlanta, GA 30339
Phone: 678-419-9990
Fax: 678-419-9986
Battery Disposal Laws
IMPORTANT!
Most used Lithium-ion batteries are not classified as hazardous waste under the federal RCRA (Resource
Conservation and Recovery Act). Although Minnesota law requires that Lithium-ion batteries be labeled
“easily removable” from consumer products, and that Lithium-ion batteries must be collected by
manufacturers, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has granted a temporary exemption
from these requirements.
Other Laws in Other Areas
American Megatrends reminds you that you must comply with all applicable battery
disposal and hazardous material handling laws and regulations in the country or other
jurisdiction where you are using an optional battery pack on the MegaRAC G2 card.
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Step 3 Install the Optional Modem Daughterboard
The MegaRAC G2 modem daughterboard is an optional component. Locate JP4 on the
MegaRAC G2 card. It has a series of pinholes that allow you to insert the modem
daughterboard. Match the modem daughterboard and the pin holes so that the pins align
properly. Insert the modem daughterboard by sliding it straight down into the MegaRAC
G2 card. See Appendix G : Modem Daughterboard for more information.
Note: The optional modem is NOT designed for Console Redirection. However, you can still
perform Console Redirection, but it is debilitating and extremely slow.
Step 4 Plug in the MegaRAC G2 Card into the Host System and Attach
Internal Cables
• Physically plug in the MegaRAC G2 card into any available PCI slot inside the host
system.
• Attach the optional MegaRAC G2 feature connector to the motherboard.
• Attach the optional feature connector to the motherboard and chassis Reset
connector.
• Attach the optional feature connector to the motherboard and chassis Power
connector.
• Attach the optional feature connector to the motherboard IPMI connector.
Note: IPMI support is an OEM version feature.
Note: The optional MegaRAC G2 feature connector cable must be custom made for your
specific configuration.
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Step 5 Connect External Cables
• Connect the USB cable from the back of the MegaRAC G2 card to the
motherboard’s USB port.
• Connect your VGA monitor.
• Connect the RJ45 LAN cable from your local network.
• Connect your phone cord from the back of the MegaRAC G2 card to the telephone
wall outlet. (Only if the optional modem daughterboard is installed.)
• Connect your AC adapter. (The AC adapter is an optional component.)
Step 6 Confirm the Motherboard’s BIOS Settings
Power on the motherboard and enter the BIOS. Using the following table, confirm that
your motherboard’s BIOS settings are correct.
BIOS Section Setting
Boot Options> Removable Devices AMI Virtual Floppy
Boot Options> ATAPI CDROM AMI Virtual CDROM
Advanced> PCIPnP> Configuration> Legacy USB Support Enable
Save the BIOS settings and restart the computer.
Note: Make sure that your motherboard BIOS supports Legacy USB devices, USB Boot or Boot
to USB.
Note: On some serverboards, depress the <CTRL>, <ALT>, and <ESC> keys simultaneously to
enter the BIOS. On others use the <F2> keys.
Step 7 Install the Operating System and MegaRAC G2 Drivers
Step Action
1 Install the operating system (if applicable) on the host system.
2 (Not required in Windows 2000/XP) If prompted for the display adapter drivers, install the MegaRAC G2
management board display adapter drivers located on the driver CD in the VGA Drivers folder.
3 (Windows 2000/XP only) When prompted for the virtual floppy drivers, install the MegaRAC G2
management board virtual floppy drivers located on the driver CD in the USB Floppy folder.
Note: Virtual floppy is not supported on all versions of the
MegaRAC G2 card.
4 (Windows 2000/XP only) When prompted for the virtual CD-ROM drivers, install the Windows default CD-
ROM drivers.
Note: Do not use the amivirtfl.inf when prompted to install the virtual CD-ROM drivers.
The
Virtual CD-ROM device does not require any special drivers. You can select the default
option Microsoft Windows provides.
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