Chapter 5: Software
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5.2 SuperDoctor
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5
The Supermicro SuperDoctor 5 is a program that functions in a command-line or web-based
interface for Windows and Linux operating systems. The program monitors such system health
information as CPU temperature, system voltages, system power consumption, fan speed,
and provides alerts via email or Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).
SuperDoctor 5 comes in local and remote management versions and can be used with Nagios
to maximize your system monitoring needs. With SuperDoctor 5 Management Server (SSM
Server), you can remotely control power on/off and reset chassis intrusion for multiple systems
with SuperDoctor 5 or IPMI. SuperDoctor 5 Management Server monitors HTTP, FTP, and
SMTP services to optimize the efficiency of your operation.
Note:
The default User Name and Password for SuperDoctor 5 is ADMIN / ADMIN.
Figure 5-2. SuperDoctor 5 Interface Display Screen (Health Information)
5.3 IPMI
The X11SDW-16C-TP13F motherboard supports the Intelligent Platform Management
Interface (IPMI). IPMI is used to provide remote access, monitoring and management. There
are several BIOS settings that are related to IPMI.
Supermicro ships standard products with a unique password for the BMC ADMIN user. This
password can be found on a label on the motherboard.
For general documentation and information on IPMI, please visit our website at:
