Would you like to learn how to configure the iDRAC SSH feature on a Dell server? In this tutorial, we are going to show you how to configure the SSH service on iDRAC to enable the remote access using softwares like Putty.
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Tutorial – SSH on iDRAC
Open a browser software, enter the IP address of your iDRAC interface and access the administrative web interface.
On the prompt screen, enter the administrative login information.
Factory default access information:
• Username: root
• Password: calvin
After a successful login, the administrative menu will be displayed.
Access the iDRAC settings menu and select the Network option.
On the top of the screen, access the Services tab.
On the Services screen, locate the SSH configuration area.
Enable the SSH service and click on the Apply button.
SSH is now enabled on your Dell iDRAC interface.
Use a software like Putty to remotely connect to the iDrac interface using the root account and the calvin password.
