If the LoadMaster does not automatically obtain an IP address using DHCP, or if you would prefer to configure the LoadMaster using the console, then the following configuration steps must be completed before starting the LoadMaster.

  1. Login into the LoadMaster using the console with the following settings:
    • lb100 login: bal
    • Password: 1fourall

  2. Enter the IP address of the eth0 interface, the network facing interface of the LoadMaster, in the input field within the IP address dialog box.
  3. Press OK.

  4. Enter the IP address of the default gateway in the input field of the Default Gateway dialog box.
  5. Press OK.

  6. Enter a space separated list of nameserver IP addresses.

  7. Enter the HTTP(S) proxy server and port (if required).
  8. Once these are set, a prompt will appear asking to connect to the web interface at the newly configured IP address. In an internet browser enter the IP address of the eth0 entered in Step 2.
    Note: Ensure to enter https:// before the IP address.
  9. A warning may appear regarding website security certificates. Please click the continue/ignore option.
  10. The LoadMaster End User License Agreement screen appears.
  11. Please read the license agreement and, if willing to accept the conditions therein, click on the Agree button to proceed.
  12. If the machine has shipped with a temporary license, a warning will appear informing that a temporary license has been installed on the machine and for how long the license is valid.
  13. Click OK.
  14. The home screen of the LoadMaster should appear.

The LoadMaster is now fully installed and ready to be used. For further information on how to configure and implement the Virtual LoadMaster, refer to the: LoadMaster documentation.