ILo not accepting connection on https port

[nsantiago]

Hello team,
I am encountering a strange behavior when trying to access the iLO GUI, either directly through a web browser or via the Onboard Administrator (OA).

Symptoms:

• Ping to the iLO IP addresses always works.
• The iLO GUI stops responding intermittently and becomes accessible again only after resetting the server. However, access is lost again after a few minutes.
• SSH access fails with the error "Permission Denied" when using the Administrator password. This issue is also resolved temporarily after a server reset.
• The issue is occurring for all 10 servers in the enclosure c7000. There are servers of model BL460c Gen8 and Gen10.

Troubleshooting Steps Taken:

• Upgraded iLO and OA firmware to the latest versions.
• Added a firewall rule to allow unrestricted connections to port 443.
• Verified that the date and time of the servers and iLO are synchronized.
• Confirmed that there are no error messages in the Integrated Management Log (IML) and in the iLO events.

Additional Observations:

• If the iLO of any server is reset, the OA fails to configure its IP address, showing iLO IP: 0.0.0.0 until the server is rebooted.
• Using PowerShell’s Test-NetConnection command on the iLO IP during GUI unavailability returns TcpTestSucceeded: False. When accessible, the result is TcpTestSucceeded: True.
• The Windows troubleshooter reports: "The URL you are trying to reach is not set up to accept connections on port 'https'."
• What additional checks or actions can I perform to resolve this issue?

Thank you!

[support_s]

System recommended content:

1. HPE iLO 5 Security Technology Brief | iLO Service Port

2. HPE iLO 5 Troubleshooting Guide | iLO firmware login name and password not accepted

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[nsantiago]

Despite having an iLO USB connection, how does it help with remote access?
Regarding the iLO link you sent, the credentials are correct, and no information has been entered incorrectly.

[nsantiago]

Hi HPE team, do you have any other ideas for troubleshooting this iLo issue?

[ngnear]

For further troubleshooting, we might require to check some logs and arrange for a VR session.

Please log a support case with us at https://support.hpe.com/

[support_s]

Hello,

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