Description
Product Overview
The R168K Dell iDRAC 6 Enterprise Remote Access Card is a hardware component that provides remote management and access to Dell PowerEdge R610/R710 servers. This card is designed to provide enhanced features and functionalities for administrators and users to remotely manage their servers. This article will explain in detail the features, benefits, and specifications of the R168K Dell iDRAC 6 Enterprise Remote Access Card.
Features and Benefits
The R168K Dell iDRAC 6 Enterprise Remote Access Card provides numerous features and benefits, including:
- Remote Management: With the R168K Dell iDRAC 6 Enterprise Remote Access Card, administrators can remotely manage their Dell PowerEdge R610/R710 servers from anywhere in the world. This card provides complete control over the server’s hardware, BIOS, and operating system.
- Virtual Media: The R168K Dell iDRAC 6 Enterprise Remote Access Card allows users to remotely access the server’s virtual media. This means that administrators can remotely mount and boot the server from an ISO image, CD/DVD drive, or USB key.
- Power Management: The R168K Dell iDRAC 6 Enterprise Remote Access Card enables administrators to remotely control the server’s power. This means that administrators can remotely power on/off, restart, or reset the server.
- Alerts and Notifications: The R168K Dell iDRAC 6 Enterprise Remote Access Card provides alerts and notifications to administrators about the server’s health status, hardware failures, or other critical events. This allows administrators to take immediate action to resolve issues before they become critical.
- Remote Console: The R168K Dell iDRAC 6 Enterprise Remote Access Card provides a remote console to administrators. This console allows administrators to remotely access the server’s console interface, which provides a command-line interface to manage the server.
Specifications
The R168K Dell iDRAC 6 Enterprise Remote Access Card has the following specifications:
- Compatibility: The R168K Dell iDRAC 6 Enterprise Remote Access Card is compatible with Dell PowerEdge R610/R710 servers.
- Network Interface: The R168K Dell iDRAC 6 Enterprise Remote Access Card has a 10/100/1000 Mb Ethernet port.
- Remote Access: The R168K Dell iDRAC 6 Enterprise Remote Access Card provides secure remote access over SSL and SSH protocols.
- Security: The R168K Dell iDRAC 6 Enterprise Remote Access Card provides secure authentication and encryption features to protect against unauthorized access.
- Power Consumption: The R168K Dell iDRAC 6 Enterprise Remote Access Card has a power consumption of 5 watts.
Installation
The installation process for the R168K Dell iDRAC 6 Enterprise Remote Access Card is relatively straightforward. Follow the steps below to install the card on your Dell PowerEdge R610/R710 server:
- Shut down the server and unplug all cables.
- Open the server’s case and locate the iDRAC expansion slot.
- Insert the R168K Dell iDRAC 6 Enterprise Remote Access Card into the expansion slot.
- Connect the network cable to the Ethernet port on the card.
- Reconnect all cables and power on the server.
- Follow the instructions in the server’s user manual to configure the card.
In Summary, the R168K Dell iDRAC 6 Enterprise Remote Access Card is a valuable hardware component for administrators and users who need to remotely manage and access their Dell PowerEdge R610/R710 servers. This card provides numerous features and benefits, including remote management, virtual media, power management, alerts and notifications, and a remote console. The R168K Dell iDRAC 6 Enterprise Remote Access Card is easy to installGeneral Information about the Dell R168K
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Part Number or SKU# R168K
- Device Type : Management Card
Networking
- Media Type Supported : Optical Fiber
- Data Link Protocol : Gigabit Ethernet
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces/Ports Details : 24 x Fast Ethernet Network
