Fujitsu PRIMERGY servers are renowned for their robustness, energy efficiency, and enterprise-grade remote management capabilities. At the heart of this management ecosystem lies the Integrated Remote Management Controller (iRMC) S4.
While the base iRMC S4 provides essential out-of-band monitoring (KVM over IP, virtual media, and remote power cycling are often locked), unlocking its full potential requires a license key. Without it, you are flying blind.
If you have purchased a Fujitsu server (e.g., TX1320 M4, RX2540 M4, or later) and are staring at a screen demanding a license or greyed-out KVM options, this guide is for you.
This article provides a step-by-step technical walkthrough on how to install a Fujitsu iRMC S4 license key using every possible method: Web GUI, CLI (SSH), and the UEFI/BIOS local console.
Installing and Managing Fujitsu iRMC S4 License Keys: A Practical Guide fujitsu irmc s4 license key install
For physical servers during OS install:
ssh admin@[iRMC-IP-Address]
Enter your password.
Install using raw license key string
rmccli license install --key "XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX"
Verify installation
rmccli license show → should list newly installed license and features Fujitsu PRIMERGY servers are renowned for their robustness,
Reboot iRMC if needed
rmccli system restart
Notes:
The HTML5-based iRMC web interface is the most straightforward method.
Step 1: Access the iRMC Login Page
Step 2: Navigate to License Management
Step 3: Enter the Key
Step 4: Confirm Installation
Step 5: Reboot the iRMC (If Required)
You will need to install a license if: