Master Remote Machine Control with Intel AMT Commander

Master Remote Machine Control with Intel AMT Commander

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Intel AMT Commander
2. What is Intel AMT?
3. Features of Intel AMT
   • Remote Control
   • Hardware Asset Monitoring
   • Network Filters and Policies
   • NVRAM Data Storage
   • Event Log
4. Setting up Intel AMT Commander
5. Adding an AMT System
6. Network Discovery
7. Accessing AMT Machine via Web Page
8. Connecting to the AMT Machine
9. Exploring the Hardware Asset
10. Configuring Network Filters and Policies
11. Utilizing NVRAM for Data Storage
12. Monitoring Events using the Event Log
13. Remote Control Functionality
14. Conclusion

🖥️ Introduction to Intel AMT Commander

Welcome to this presentation on Intel AMT Commander! In this article, we will explore the basics of Intel AMT (Active Management Technology) and how to utilize Intel AMT Commander to manage and control machines remotely.

💡 What is Intel AMT?

Intel AMT, short for Active Management Technology, is a unique feature available in vPro platforms that allows administrators to remotely take control of a machine. Regardless of the machine's state, whether it is powered off or crashed, Intel AMT provides the ability to repair and fix issues remotely using additional hardware.

✨ Features of Intel AMT

Intel AMT offers several powerful features that enhance remote machine management. Let's explore them one by one:

🌐 Remote Control: Intel AMT Commander enables administrators to establish a remote connection with AMT machines. This feature provides a VT-100 terminal-like interface, allowing users to take control of machines in text mode. It also offers the ability to mount floppy disks and CD-ROM drives on remote machines using ID redirect.

🖥️ Hardware Asset Monitoring: With Intel AMT, administrators can obtain detailed information about the hardware assets of remote machines. This includes the BIOS type, processor details, memory specifications, modules, and media disks. Having insights into the hardware inventory is crucial for efficient management.

🔒 Network Filters and Policies: Intel AMT allows administrators to configure network filters and policies to control traffic. By adding filters and policies, certain types of network traffic can be blocked or allowed. This feature enhances security and enables fine-grained control over network communication.

💾 NVRAM Data Storage: Intel AMT provides non-volatile RAM (NVRAM) storage, allowing up to 198k of flash space to store and retrieve data. The unique aspect of NVRAM is the ability to read and write data without waking up the computer. It remains unaffected even if hardware components, such as the hard drive, are changed.

📜 Event Log: Intel AMT logs various events that occur on the machine, similar to the event log accessible via the web page interface. The event log provides valuable insights into the system's activities and can be used for troubleshooting purposes.

🛠️ Setting up Intel AMT Commander

To start using Intel AMT Commander, you'll need an Intel AMT machine on your network and a separate machine to run the Commander software. Once you have the necessary setup, you can proceed with the following steps:

1. Install Intel AMT Commander on your dedicated machine.
2. Launch Intel AMT Commander and click on "Network" to add an AMT system.
3. Provide the IP address, username, and password of the AMT machine to connect it with Intel AMT Commander.
4. Alternatively, you can perform network discovery to automatically scan and add AMT machines on the network.

Now that we have covered the setup process, let's dive deeper into each feature of Intel AMT and explore their functionalities in detail.

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