Hey All,
As a sysadmin I’ve struggled with the issue of being able to access iDRAC6 on Windows 10 with modern browsers, even resorting to a docker acting as a proxy. I’ve worked up a much easier solution that I hope helps others. Let me know how it works and if you run into any problems.
- Download and install Java Runtime Environment 1.7.0_80, also known as jre-7u80 from Here. You will need an Oracle account to download. Only install the base JRE.
- Also install the latest version of Java. DO NOT remove the older version just installed.
- Load Configure Java > go to the Security tab > add your iDRAC(s) to the Exception List.
- Successfully tested using Brave, though should work with others. Load Brave and browse to the server address with iDRAC6 > login.
- Launch the Virtual Console, saving the file as viewer.java, noting the extension change to java.
- Using Windows explorer, browse to where you saved the viewer.java file > right click the file > select Open with > click Choose another app > select More apps > tick the box Always use this app to open .java files > scroll to the bottom and click Look for another app on this PC
- Browse to where the old java is installed, usually C:\Program Files\Java\jre7\bin\javaws.exe. Note the jre7 folder.
- Click Open and work through the prompts. The console should load.
- From now on save all iDRAC 6 Virtual Console files with a java extension and any newer iDRAC file can be run as normal.
- If you run into problems, back in the iDRAC tab try navigating to System > Console/Media > Configuration. Ensure your console is enabled and the Plug-in Type is Java. Some people also recommend disabling video encryption.
Cheers
Brad.