Configure BMC connectivity (7063-CR1)

You can configure or view the network settings on the BMC for the management console.

Note: This task applies only to the 7063-CR1. This connection is required to access the baseboard management controller (BMC) on the HMC.

To configure the BMC connection, complete the following steps:

  1. In the navigation area, click the HMC Management icon HMC Management icon, and then select Console Settings.
  2. In the content pane, click Change BMC/IPMI network settings.
  3. Select the connection mode (DHCP or Static).

    If you select Static mode, complete the following addresses:

    • IP address
    • Subnet mask
    • Gateway
  4. Click OK.

You can also configure the BMC network connection by using the Petitboot bootloader interface. For more information, see Configuring the firmware IP address.