I think the crucial flaw here for the IPMI/BMC access use case is the fact that the card requires the server to be powered on to function. So if you accidentally turn the server off it’s game over for remote access.
Most servers can be configured to always power on after a power failure.
Then all you need is a remotely-operated power outlet, which is pretty standard for colos nowadays. Toggling the power outlet is as good as a human driving out there and poking the stupid ACPI power-on button.
Yes, but not a very deep problem in my case since I can order Remote Hands for this very niche scenario. A reboot doesn't let it loose power and that's all this is going to see for the forseeable future.
crotchfire|2 years ago
Then all you need is a remotely-operated power outlet, which is pretty standard for colos nowadays. Toggling the power outlet is as good as a human driving out there and poking the stupid ACPI power-on button.
Roritharr|2 years ago