If the LoadMaster does not automatically obtain an IP address using DHCP, or if you prefer to configure the LoadMaster using the console, then you can complete the following configuration steps before starting the LoadMaster:

  1. Log in into the LoadMaster in the console using the following credentials:
    • 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 in the Network Side Interface 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. Once these are set, a prompt appears asking to connect to the web interface at the newly configured IP address. In an internet browser, enter the IP address of the eth0 interface which was entered in a previous step.
    Note: Ensure to enter https:// before the IP address.
  7. A warning may appear regarding website security certificates. Click the continue/ignore option.
  8. The LoadMaster End User License Agreement screen appears.
  9. Read the license agreement and, if willing to accept the conditions, click Agree to proceed.
  10. If the machine has shipped with a temporary license, a warning appears informing that a temporary license has been installed on the machine and for how long the license is valid.
  11. Click OK.
  12. The Home screen of the LoadMaster should appear.

The LoadMaster is now fully installed and ready to use. For further information on how to configure and implement the VLM, refer to the LoadMaster documentation at: Progress Kemp documentation web page.