Understanding the Impact of Resetting iDRAC Configuration to Default on a Dell PowerEdge 16G Server
Server Management and Configuration Tools (14%)
Define the function of the iDRAC, login procedures, licensing, and connection methods
System Administration (18%)
Configure BIOS, Storage, virtual media, networking, user access, lockdown mode, and group management
Scenario Analysis
Server Model: Dell PowerEdge 16G
Ordered with: Secure custom factory iDRAC password
Action: Selecting "Reset iDRAC configuration to default all" in the System Setup > iDRAC Settings
Understanding iDRAC Passwords and Factory Settings
Secure Custom Factory iDRAC Password:
When a server is ordered with a secure custom factory iDRAC password, this password is unique to the server and is typically provided on the luggage tag attached to the server.
Resetting iDRAC Configuration to Default:
Impact:
Resets all iDRAC settings to their factory defaults, including network settings, user accounts, and passwords.
The iDRAC will revert to using the default credentials provided at the time of shipping.
Password Reset:
The default username is "root".
The password is reset to the shipping password, which is the secure custom password provided on the luggage tag.
Explanation of Options
Option A: "At the next login to the iDRAC UI, a new password for the user root must be set."
Analysis:
This behavior aligns with iDRAC versions that enforce password changes on first login, typically when a default password is used.
However, when resetting to defaults, the iDRAC uses the shipping password, not prompting for a new password unless it is the default "calvin".
Conclusion: Not the most accurate description.
Option B: "Preserves the iDRAC Network Settings and User accounts."
Option C: "Resets the default username and password to the shipping password on the luggage tag."
Analysis:
This is the correct outcome when performing a full iDRAC reset.
The iDRAC reverts to the factory default settings, including the username and the secure custom password provided on the luggage tag.
Conclusion: Correct Answer.
Dell Operate References
Server Management and Configuration Tools (14%)
Emphasizes understanding iDRAC functions, including resetting configurations and the implications for login procedures.
System Administration (18%)
Highlights the importance of managing user access and understanding the impact of resetting system settings.
Conclusion
When selecting "Reset iDRAC configuration to default all" on a Dell PowerEdge 16G server that was ordered with a secure custom factory iDRAC password, the iDRAC resets the default username and password to the shipping password provided on the luggage tag. This allows administrators to log in using the original secure password set at the factory.
