Interfaces Document/SectioniDRAC Direct andQuick Sync 2(optional)See Dell Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide at Dell.com/idracmanualsNOTE: To access iDRAC, ensure that you connect the Ethernet cable to the iDRAC direct port. You can also access iDRACthrough the shared LOM mode, if you have opted for a system that has the shared LOM mode enabled.Related linksLCD panelLog in to iDRACYou can log in to iDRAC as:• iDRAC user• Microsoft Active Directory user• Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) userIf you have opted for secure default access to iDRAC, the iDRAC secure default password is available on the back of the systemInformation tag. If you have not opted for secure default access to iDRAC, then the default user name and password are root andcalvin. You can also log in by using Single Sign-On or Smart Card.NOTE: You must have the iDRAC credentials to log in to iDRAC.NOTE: Ensure that you change the default user name and password after setting up the iDRAC IP address.For more information about logging in to the iDRAC and iDRAC licenses, see the latest Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User'sGuide at Dell.com/idracmanuals.You can also access iDRAC by using RACADM. For more information, see the RACADM Command Line Interface Reference Guide atDell.com/idracmanuals.Options to install the operating systemIf the system is shipped without an operating system, install the supported operating system by using one of the following resources:Table 34. Resources to install the operating systemResources LocationSystems Management Tools and Documentation media Dell.com/operatingsystemmanualsLifecycle Controller Dell.com/idracmanualsOpenManage Deployment Toolkit Dell.com/openmanagemanualsDell certified VMware ESXi Dell.com/virtualizationsolutionsSupported operating systems on PowerEdge systems Dell.com/ossupportInstallation and How-to videos for supported operating systems onPowerEdge systemsSupported Operating Systems for Dell PowerEdge Systems38 Dell EMC PowerEdge R740 Installation and Service ManualInitial system setup and configuration
