Configure the HMC
so that it is a call-home server using
the call-home wizard.
This procedure describes
how to configure the HMC as a call-home
server using direct (LAN-based) and indirect (SSL) connections to
the Internet.
Before you begin this task, ensure that:
- The
network administrator has verified that connectivity is allowed.
For more information, see Preparing for HMC configuration.
- If
you are configuring Internet support through a proxy server,
you must also have the following:
- The IP address and port
of the proxy server
- The proxy authentication information
- The adapter designated as eth1 (the
one
that is designated as an open network) is used. For more information,
see Choosing network settings on the HMC.
- An Ethernet cable
physically connects the HMC to the LAN.
To configure
the HMC so that it is a call-home server
using the call-home wizard, do the following:
- In the navigation area, select Service Management.
- In the content area, select Call-Home
Setup
Wizard. The Connectivity and Call-Home Servers wizard
opens. Follow the instructions in the wizard to configure call-home.
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