IPMIILO

IPMIILO, or IPMI Intelligent Light-Out, is a remote management technology developed by Intel. It allows system administrators to monitor and manage servers, even when the operating system is not running or the system is powered off. IPMI is an open standard, which means it can be implemented by various hardware manufacturers, not just Intel.

IPMI provides a dedicated management network, separate from the main network, to ensure that management tasks can be performed even if the main network is down. This is particularly useful for data centers where uptime is critical.

IPMI supports various features, including power management, hardware monitoring, and remote console access. It can be used to power on or off servers, monitor hardware health, and even access a remote console to troubleshoot issues.

IPMI is typically implemented on the server's motherboard, but it can also be added as a separate card. It requires a network interface, which can be integrated into the motherboard or provided by a separate network interface card (NIC).

IPMI is widely used in enterprise environments, particularly in data centers, to ensure the reliability and availability of servers. It is supported by many server management tools and platforms, making it a versatile and valuable tool for system administrators.