Chapter 3
Setting up Skybox Appliance
Skybox version 11.7.100
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To install Skybox Appliance as a specific type of server, see
Selecting the Skybox Appliance
.
System configuration
Before running the Skybox Server, configure Skybox Appliance to be part of your network and
perform initial system configuration.
Configuring connection
Before using Skybox Appliance Administration, configure connection of Skybox to your
network locally using any of:
l
The RMM interface on your Skybox Appliance
l
A console (mouse, keyboard, and screen) connection
l
A network connection via static NIC
Note: To view a figure showing the connectors used in the following procedures, see
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Configuration via the RMM interface
You can connect to Skybox Appliance via its RMM interface by connecting a network cable to
the RMM port.
The RMM interface is preconfigured to obtain an IP address via DHCP.
Configuring the RMM administrator
You must change the administrator password on RMM.
To change the RMM administrator password
1. Reboot your Skybox Appliance.
2. During the boot process, press F2 to open the BIOS setup.
3. From the menu, select Server Management.