Figure 8-1
BIOS in the system
For details about the BIOS, see the
Huawei Server Purley Platform BIOS Parameter
.
8.2 iBMC
The iBMC is a Huawei proprietary intelligent management system that remotely manages
servers.
The iBMC complies with Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) standards and
Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). It provides various functions, including
keyboard, video, and mouse (KVM) redirection, text console redirection, remote virtual
media, and reliable hardware monitoring and management.
The iBMC provides the following features:
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Multiple management interfaces for system integration
The iBMC provides IPMI, CLI, Data Center Manageability Interface (DCMI), Redfish
interfaces, Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure (HTTPS), and SNMP.
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Fault detection and alarm management
The iBMC implements fault detection and alarm management, ensuring stable,
uninterrupted 24/7 system operation.
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Virtual KVM and virtual media
The iBMC provides virtual KVM and virtual media, facilitating remote maintenance.
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WebUI
The iBMC provides a web-based UI for setting and querying device information.
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System breakdown screenshots and video playback
The iBMC allows screenshots and videos to be created when the system breaks down.
The screenshots and videos help to identify the cause of system breakdown.
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Screen snapshots and videos
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