Configure System Consoles

rp54xx Servers provide RS-232, REMOTE, LAN and WEB console access. All console access involves the Guardian Service Processor (GSP). rp54xx Servers use either a revision A or revision B GSP. Below is an illustration of the console access provided by the revision A GSP.

The revision B GSP has embedded web access, eliminating the need for an external Secure Web Console (SWC). Below is an illustration of the console access provided by the revision A GSP.

GSP Cables

Both the revision A and B GSPs provide a DB-25 connector for RS-232 communications. Connect the A5191-63001 W- cable to the revision A GSP DB25 connector or connect the A6144-63001 M-cable to the revision B GSP DB25 connector. These cables provide individual DB9 connectors for REMOTE, UPS and CONSOLE.




	NOTE: Use the A5191-63001 W-cable with revision A GSP and A6144-63001 M-cable with revision B GSP only. Failure to use the right cable can result in reduced functionality.

The W and M-cables are slightly different. The W-cable has full RS-232 capability on the REMOTE and CONSOLE connectors and partial RS-232 capability on the UPS connector. The M-cable has full RS-232 capability on the REMOTE and UPS connectors and partial RS-232 capability on the CONSOLE connector. The cable change is to be consistent with rp54xx functionality. The cables are different colors to easily tell them apart. The W-cable is gray and has part number A5191-63001. The M-cable is black and has part number A6144-63001.

Configure RS-232 Console

The physical connections for an RS-232 console include attaching the correct cable to the GSP. Next, connect the 24542G cable (supplied) to the CONSOLE connector and the serial port of the ASCII console. A personal computer (PC) running terminal emulation software may be used in place of an ASCII console. Refer to the illustration below for RS-232 console.

The GSP is located in slot 2 of the rp54xx’ rear card cage. Connect the 25-pin end of:
- the A5191-63001 W-cable to the 25-pin connector on the revision A GSP card (A5191-60012) OR
- the A6144-63001 M-cable to the 25-pin connector on the revision B GSP card (A6144-60012)
Connect the 9-pin “Console” connector of either the W or M-cable to the 9-pin D-type connector of a 24542G RS-232 cable.
Connect the 25-pin end of the 24542G serial cable to the serial/RS232 port on the ASCII console. (RS232 Serial Port labeling may vary depending on manufacturer.)
Connect the System Console to input AC power.
Turn the System Console AC power switch to ON.

After the physical connections have been made, configure the ASCII console. When using the C1099A Terminal Console, the default settings are recommended. Refer to the C1099A Terminal Console operating manual for instructions on how to obtain default settings.

The HP 700 series console may also be used as an ASCII console. Both the C1099A Terminal Console and S700 consoles support HPterm and VT100 emulations. The emulation of the GSP and ASCII console need not match for communications between them to occur. However, to ensure proper communications, HP recommends the ASCII console and GSP use the same emulation. HP also recommends that other configurable parameters on the GSP match those of the ASCII console. Baud rate, start/stop bits, etc... The default emulation of the GSP is VT100.

Below is a procedure to configure a HP 700 serial console for VT100 emulation.

HP 700 Series System Console Configuration

The following describes the steps required to configure the HP 700 series terminal for VT-100 mode for operation with an rp54xx Server.

Although any terminal capable of operating in VT-100 mode can be used, the HP700 series terminal is used here as an example because it is fairly common and it’s configuration is typical of many terminals currently in use.

HP700 VT-100 Mode Configuration

The following procedure outlines the steps to configure the HP700 series terminal for VT100 operation.




	NOTE: You may use either the arrow keys or the tab key to move between the setting options on the screen.

Press config keys function key. f8
Press terminal config function key. f5
Move to Terminal ID and enter “vt100”.
Move to Set TermMode and, using the Prev and Next keys, select “EM100”.
Press the config keys function key. f8
Press the ansi config function key. f6
Move to “multipage” and, using the Prev and Next keys, select “yes”.
(Enables screen scrolling).
Move to Backspace Del and, using the Prev and Next keys, select “Backspace/Del”.
Move to EM100 ID and, using the Prev and Next keys, select “EM100”.

Configure the Asynchronous Values of the GSP

After the ASCII console has been configured and physical connections made, make any necessary changes to the asynchronous values of the GSP.

Access the GSP with the ctrl+b entry. The GSP will respond with a GSP> prompt.
At the GSP prompt, enter the Configure Asynchronous (ca) command:
The ca command will start a series of prompts. Respond to each prompt with the appropriate information.

Example 3-1 CA command

Leaving Console Mode - you may lose write access. When Console Mode returns, type ^Ecf to get console write access.
 
GSP Host Name:  fesrhapgsp
 
GSP> ca
 
CA This command allows you to modify the local and remote modem serial portconfigurations.
 
Current configuration settings:
 
Local Console Serial Port bit rate: 9600 bits/s
 
Local Console Serial Port Flow Control: Software
 
Local Console Serial Port Terminal Type: vt100
 
Remote Console Serial Port Modem Protocol: CCITT  Remote Console Serial Port Modem 
 
bit rate: 19200 bits/s
 
Remote Console Serial Port Modem Flow Control: Software
 
Remote Console Serial Port Modem Transmit Configuration Strings: Enabled
 
Remote Console Serial Port Modem Presence: always connected
 
Do you want to modify the Local Console Serial Port settings? (Y/N)
 
Do you want to modify the Remote Console Serial Port Modem settings? (Y/N)
 
GSP Host Name:  fesrhapgsp

If necessary, use the GSP help facility by typing GSP>he. Once in the help facility, type the command need help with. Use LI for a list of commands.

The following baud rates are recommended for the revision A GSP:

Console: 19200
Remote: 19200
UPS: 1200

The following baud rates are recommended for the revision B GSP:

Console: 38400
Remote: 38400
UPS: 1200

Configure Remote Console

The remote console allows console access via modem connections. Below is an illustration of the REMOTE console.

The GSP>ca command is used to configure asynchronous settings for the REMOTE console. Baud rates and emulations should match between the modems, remote ASCII terminal and the GSP. Refer to, “Configure RS232 Console” for information about setting these values.

Configure the LAN Console

The LAN console allows you to access the console from the LAN using TelNet or http (revision B GSP only) protocols. Below is an illustration of the LAN console.

The configuration of the LAN console of both the revision A and B GSPs may be done from either an ASCII console or the external Secure Web Console. For the revision B GSP, an IP may be assigned via LAN by pinging the LAN from a PC or workstation.

Configuring the GSP LAN Port via an ASCII console

The LAN port of the GSP allows connection via TelNet or http connections. Once the LAN parameters are configured, the console may be accessed via a TelNet connection or via a web browser (revision B GSP only). The default IP of the GSP LAN is 127.0.0.1.




	NOTE: The GSP has a separate LAN port from the system LAN port. It will need a separate LAN drop, IP address, and networking information from the port used by HP-UX. Before starting this procedure, you will need to know the following information: I.P. address (for GSP) Subnet mask Gateway address Hostname (this is used when messages are logged or printed)

To configure the GSP LAN port, perform the following steps:

Access the GSP with the ctrl+b entry.
At the GSP prompt, enter the LAN Configuration (lc) command:
GSP> lc

The lc command will start a series of prompts. Respond to each prompt with the appropriate information.

Example 3-2 LC command

Leaving Console Mode - you may lose write access. When Console Mode returns, type ^Ecf to get console write access.
 
GSP Host Name:  fesrhapgsp
 
GSP> lc
 
LC This command allows you to modify the LAN configuration.
 
Current configuration:
 
MAC Address: 0x00306e050a63
 
IP Address: 15.8.133.185
 
GSP Host Name: fesrhapgsp
 
Subnet Mask: 255.255.248.0
 
Gateway: 15.8.128.1
 
Web Console Port Number: 2023
 
Do you want to modify the LAN configuration? (Y/N)
 
GSP Host Name:  fesrhapgsp

The revision B GSP introduces a configurable Web Console Port Number parameter. The default value is 2023. Once the GSP LAN is configured, it is accessible via either TelNet or web connections.

Configuring the GSP LAN Port via LAN

The revision B GSP LAN port can be assigned an IP address without using the LAN Configuration (lc) command via an ASCII console. This section describes how to assign the IP address allowing web access. Once web access is accomplished, use the lc command to configure remaining network parameters.




	NOTE: The GSP LAN port is separate from the system LAN port. It will need a separate LAN drop, IP address, and networking information from the port used by HP-UX. Before starting this procedure, you will need to know the following information: I.P. address (for GSP) Subnet mask Gateway address Hostname (this is used when messages are logged or printed)

To configure the GSP LAN port via LAN, perform the following steps:




	NOTE: The GSP must be on the same subnet as the system being used to remotely configure the LAN port. If it is not, the remote configuration will be unsuccessful.

Determine the MAC address of the revision B GSP by examining the GSP MAC address label on the rear of the server.
Use the route add command to add the I.P address of the GSP and remote system to the router.
Use the arp command to add an ARP entry for the IP address using the GSP MAC address.
- For HP-UX systems, the format of the MAC address is 00:30:6e:05:0a:ea
- For MS DOS systems, the format of the MAC address is 00-30-6e-05-0a-ea
Use the ping command to assign the I.P address for the GSP.
The revision B GSP is now accessible via LAN. Access the GSP and configure remaining network parameters using the LAN Configuration (lc) command:
GSP> lc

The lc command will start a series of prompts. Respond to each prompt with the appropriate information.

Example 3-3 LAN Configuration from a PC

Configure the Web Console

For the revision A GSP, the web console is accomplished via the J3591A Secure Web Console. Below is an illustration of the web console for the revision A GSP.

Refer to, “Install a Secure Web Console” for more information on Secure Web Console installation and configuration.

For the revision B GSP, the web console is an embedded feature. The steps to configure a web console are the same as configuring a LAN console. Refer to, “Configure the LAN Console.”

Once the LAN has been configured, access the web console by pointing a web browser, on the same subnet, to the IP of the GSP LAN.

Two browser windows will appear: a window with a white background and the HP invent logo and a separate GSP window with a black background.

Example 3-4 GSP Browser Window

Use the SETTINGS menu bar to configure web browser emulation. The GSP window also has its own HELP facility.

Example 3-5 GSP Web Browser Help Screen

When the separate GSP window is closed, it appears in the HP invent window with Zoom In/Out above it. Click on the Zoom In/Out bar to generate a separate GSP window.

Example 3-6 Combined GSP Browser Window

There is not a separate administration “layer” when using the embedded web access of the revision B GSP. Web console access via the external Secure Web Console required that you first logon to the SWC, then click on ACCESS CONSOLE. User configuration was also performed at the Secure Web Console. However, the revision B GSP web console does not require this additional step. When you point the web browser at the IP of the GSP LAN, you are directly connected to the GSP. The web console part of the GSP employs the same users as the GSP.