IDRAC: Upload a new pem certificate for automatic updates

Context: This procedure applies to maintaining automatic firmware updates on our Dell PowerEdge servers. This is related to the broader guide on Setting up a new Proxmox server in our cluster, specifically Appendix G: Configuring automatic updates on the Idrac. Appendix G explains the initial configuration steps for enabling automatic update checks.

Once a new PEM certificate has been created, follow the steps below to upload it to each iDRAC.

iDRAC 8

Requirements: Administrator privileges on the iDRAC

1. Log in to the iDRAC web interface
2. Navigate to: iDRAC Settings → Update and Rollback → Automatic Update
3. Locate the line Upload Server Certificate.
4. Click Choose File and select the new PEM certificate.
5. Click Upload.
6. Confirm the operation if prompted.

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iDRAC 9

Requirements: Administrator privileges on the iDRAC.

1. Log in to the iDRAC web interface (https://<idrac-ip>/).
2. Navigate to: Maintenance → System Update → Automatic Update
3. Find the line Server Certificate and click it.
4. A modal window opens showing the current certificate.
5. Click Replace Certificate, select the new PEM file, and upload it.
6. Confirm and apply the change.