Dell iDRAC Service Module Security Configuration Guide

Deployment models

A deployment model is the combination of installation, networking, and physical layout (if applicable) for the product as an ecosystem. iDRAC Service Module (iSM) includes deployment options that can maximize specific security goals and facilitate secure system management.

iSM software can be deployed on all the supported operating systems. Only a local or domain system administrator can invoke the installer. There are two methods that are widely used to deploy iSM software on the host operating system:

• Download the software from the Dell Technologies support site and run the installer on the host as an administrator using the iSM installer.
• iSM software can be installed on the host operating system using the iDRAC. For more information, see Initial installation of iDRAC Service Module.