Log into the System Using iDRAC POWEREDGE-XE-OPERATE Practice Questions (Page 4)

Questions 16–20

1. 16foundation · easy

   Which of the following is a prerequisite for accessing the iDRAC web interface?

   • AThe iDRAC must be connected to a network and have a valid IP address.
   • BThe server must be powered on and running a hypervisor.
   • CA physical monitor must be connected to the server.
   • DThe server's operating system must be fully booted.
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2. 17application · medium

   An administrator is accessing the iDRAC web interface of a PowerEdge XE server from a laptop. The administrator types the iDRAC IP address into the browser and presses Enter, but the browser displays a security warning about the certificate. Which of the following is the most likely reason for this warning?

   • AThe iDRAC IP address is incorrect.
   • BThe iDRAC is using a self-signed certificate.
   • CThe administrator's credentials are incorrect.
   • DThe administrator is using an outdated browser.
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4. 18foundation · easy

   Why is it important to change the default iDRAC credentials after initial setup?

   • ADefault credentials are publicly known and pose a security risk
   • BDefault credentials limit the iDRAC features available
   • CDefault credentials expire after 30 days
   • DDefault credentials slow down the iDRAC web interface
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5. 19foundation · easy

   What is the standard method to access the iDRAC web interface on a PowerEdge server?

   • AUse a supported web browser and enter the iDRAC IP address or hostname in the URL field.
   • BUse a file transfer protocol (FTP) client to connect to the iDRAC IP.
   • CUse the operating system's built-in remote desktop client to connect to the iDRAC IP.
   • DUse a command-line tool like SSH to connect to the iDRAC's IP address.
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6. 20application · medium

   A new PowerEdge XE server has been deployed in a secure environment. The administrator logs into iDRAC using the default credentials for the first time. After logging in, which of the following actions should the administrator take FIRST to secure the iDRAC?

   • AChange the default password to a strong, unique password.
   • BUpdate the iDRAC firmware to the latest version.
   • CEnable the virtual console and virtual media.
   • DConfigure network settings to use a static IP address.
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