IDRACs
IDRACs, or Integrated Dell Remote Access Controllers, are embedded management controllers in Dell server hardware. They provide out-of-band management capabilities, allowing system administrators to monitor and control Dell servers remotely, regardless of the operating system's status or whether the server is powered on. This functionality is crucial for server management in data centers and enterprise environments, enabling tasks such as power cycling, hardware diagnostics, and firmware updates without physical access to the server.
Each IDRAC is equipped with its own IP address and network interface, allowing it to be accessed