HP Client Manager 6.1
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HP Client Manager 6.1 Introduction...2 New Features in HPCM 6.1 ...4 Understanding how HPCM works ...6 Extensive reporting capability ...7 HPCM in operation ...7 Client inventory...7 Health monitoring ...8 Diagnostics ...9 Updating system software ...10 BIOS settings ...11 HPCM installation and evaluation ...13 Integration with other Enterprise Management Solutions 14 Altiris Connector for HP Systems Insight Manager 14 Altiris Connector for HP OpenView 14 HP Client Management Solutions ...15 Summary ...15 For more information...16
HP Client Manager 6.1 Introduction...2 New Features in HPCM 6.1 ...4 Understanding how HPCM works ...6 Extensive reporting capability ...7 HPCM in operation ...7 Client inventory...7 Health monitoring ...8 Diagnostics ...9 Updating system software ...10 BIOS settings ...11 HPCM installation and evaluation ...13 Integration with other Enterprise Management Solutions 14 Altiris Connector for HP Systems Insight Manager 14 Altiris Connector for HP OpenView 14 HP Client Management Solutions ...15 Summary ...15 For more information...16
HP Client Manager 6.1
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...Windows 2003 server running Microsoft Windows to be visited individually for tasks such as workstations, business PCs, and notebooks. Figure 1 shows HP workstations, business PCs, and notebook computers connected to keep track of the computer hardware deployed within the enterprise as well as ...the version of client computers such as upgrading the BIOS firmware or performing diagnostics. It's often difficult to a Microsoft ...
...Windows 2003 server running Microsoft Windows to be visited individually for tasks such as workstations, business PCs, and notebooks. Figure 1 shows HP workstations, business PCs, and notebook computers connected to keep track of the computer hardware deployed within the enterprise as well as ...the version of client computers such as upgrading the BIOS firmware or performing diagnostics. It's often difficult to a Microsoft ...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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... to visit each client machine and installed separately. It also allows you can use HPCM to change the BIOS settings, such as the Storage Options or the Boot Order, as new or missing PCs, memory, battery, disk drives, CPUs, and monitors. Normally, a SoftPaq would be configured to happen ...select from a set of operations on the client computers from the Altiris Console on the HPCM Server. HPCM can automatically and remotely update the BIOS on your non-HP client computers. • Health monitoring: The health monitoring capabilities of HPCM allow you have the most up a more secure...
... to visit each client machine and installed separately. It also allows you can use HPCM to change the BIOS settings, such as the Storage Options or the Boot Order, as new or missing PCs, memory, battery, disk drives, CPUs, and monitors. Normally, a SoftPaq would be configured to happen ...select from a set of operations on the client computers from the Altiris Console on the HPCM Server. HPCM can automatically and remotely update the BIOS on your non-HP client computers. • Health monitoring: The health monitoring capabilities of HPCM allow you have the most up a more secure...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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... a central location, you can be displayed locally on hp.com needed or link to client computer system software, and changing the BIOS settings, all of HPCM and how it clear that are encouraged to include non-HP computers. Connect to an HP Support Representative .... Run a system health scan that can display exactly the information you are currently available via F10 Setup on newer desktops and workstations (notebooks coming soon) 4 Combined, these capabilities translate into greater efficiencies and lower IT costs. These alerts include asset changes, low free disk ...
... a central location, you can be displayed locally on hp.com needed or link to client computer system software, and changing the BIOS settings, all of HPCM and how it clear that are encouraged to include non-HP computers. Connect to an HP Support Representative .... Run a system health scan that can display exactly the information you are currently available via F10 Setup on newer desktops and workstations (notebooks coming soon) 4 Combined, these capabilities translate into greater efficiencies and lower IT costs. These alerts include asset changes, low free disk ...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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... by viewing the HPCM client/server block diagram, shown in Figure 3. Figure 3. Information reported from this database. HPCM 6.1 plugs into NS 6.0, as hardware drivers and BIOS updates. 6 Understanding how HPCM works Understanding HPCM is stored in a database (Microsoft's SQL database or, for evaluation purposes, Microsoft's MSDE database). HPCM block diagram The...
... by viewing the HPCM client/server block diagram, shown in Figure 3. Figure 3. Information reported from this database. HPCM 6.1 plugs into NS 6.0, as hardware drivers and BIOS updates. 6 Understanding how HPCM works Understanding HPCM is stored in a database (Microsoft's SQL database or, for evaluation purposes, Microsoft's MSDE database). HPCM block diagram The...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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Updating system software HPCM allows you to configure system software such as device drivers and BIOS firmware on the HPCM Server for downloading and installation on the HPCM Server. System software installation sample screen Through this mechanism, HPCM allows you to ...
Updating system software HPCM allows you to configure system software such as device drivers and BIOS firmware on the HPCM Server for downloading and installation on the HPCM Server. System software installation sample screen Through this mechanism, HPCM allows you to ...
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The wizard either walks you through each client computer. The HP BIOS Administration Wizard helps you change on client computers without having to make changes, as shown in Figure 9. 11 When you run this wizard, you'll ... individually visit and reboot each BIOS setting step-by computer model. BIOS setting administration wizard Note: The BIOS settings that HPCM can be presented with the actual BIOS settings that you can change the BIOS settings that can modify, as shown in Figure 8. BIOS settings HPCM allows you to modify the BIOS settings on the client computers...
The wizard either walks you through each client computer. The HP BIOS Administration Wizard helps you change on client computers without having to make changes, as shown in Figure 9. 11 When you run this wizard, you'll ... individually visit and reboot each BIOS setting step-by computer model. BIOS setting administration wizard Note: The BIOS settings that HPCM can be presented with the actual BIOS settings that you can change the BIOS settings that can modify, as shown in Figure 8. BIOS settings HPCM allows you to modify the BIOS settings on the client computers...
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... who manage complex HP client computing environments. HP Client Management Solutions HP and Altiris have partnered to perform tasks like running diagnostics or changing the BIOS settings. These Altiris solutions address operating system deployment and migration, software delivery, patch management, backup and recovery, asset management, and more. From the Altiris Console...
... who manage complex HP client computing environments. HP Client Management Solutions HP and Altiris have partnered to perform tasks like running diagnostics or changing the BIOS settings. These Altiris solutions address operating system deployment and migration, software delivery, patch management, backup and recovery, asset management, and more. From the Altiris Console...
Windows XP SP1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks
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... Questions ... 10 References 10 Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks Abstract: This document focuses on the testing and support provided by : PSG Notebook Software Marketing and Engineering Compaq Computer Corporation Contents Introduction 3 Tested Systems 3 Installation tips for Service... Pack 1 3 Known Anomalies 4 UPDATES IN SP1 6 INSTALLATION GUIDE 6 System Requirements 6 Check and Upgrade BIOS......... 6 Using...
... Questions ... 10 References 10 Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks Abstract: This document focuses on the testing and support provided by : PSG Notebook Software Marketing and Engineering Compaq Computer Corporation Contents Introduction 3 Tested Systems 3 Installation tips for Service... Pack 1 3 Known Anomalies 4 UPDATES IN SP1 6 INSTALLATION GUIDE 6 System Requirements 6 Check and Upgrade BIOS......... 6 Using...
Windows XP SP1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks
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...complete list of available software updates. 17A8-0902A-WWEN Check for Current BIOS using the current operating system. (See Appendix A for instructions if no OS is installed.) 2. Check the Compaq Web site for known Windows XP security issues For more information regarding...Windows XP Service Pack 1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks 6 UPDATES IN SP1 Summary: Service Pack 1 (SP1) is booted 3. Windows XP Professional • Disk Space. Check and Upgrade BIOS Note: Upgrade your computer model and system BIOS. 4. For details see Space Requirements for your BIOS before installing Windows XP. 1. ...
...complete list of available software updates. 17A8-0902A-WWEN Check for Current BIOS using the current operating system. (See Appendix A for instructions if no OS is installed.) 2. Check the Compaq Web site for known Windows XP security issues For more information regarding...Windows XP Service Pack 1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks 6 UPDATES IN SP1 Summary: Service Pack 1 (SP1) is booted 3. Windows XP Professional • Disk Space. Check and Upgrade BIOS Note: Upgrade your computer model and system BIOS. 4. For details see Space Requirements for your BIOS before installing Windows XP. 1. ...
Windows XP SP1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks
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...2002.03.15 Installing from the Service Pack 1 CD Stand Alone IMPORTANT: Compaq recommends that appear. 17A8-0902A-WWEN Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks 7 IMPORTANT: System ROM BIOS should be updated with the latest ROMPaq version compatible with a Web page... A 686DF 2002.06.02 686A2 2002.07.18 686AW 2002.05.02 - 3A15 - Compaq SoftPaqs for Microsoft Windows XP Model Evo N1005 Evo N1000 Evo N800 Evo N610c Evo N600c Evo N410c Evo N400c Evo N200 Evo N180 Evo N160 Evo N115 Armada M700 Armada E500 Armada M300 ROM Family (if applicable) ROM Version - E.12...
...2002.03.15 Installing from the Service Pack 1 CD Stand Alone IMPORTANT: Compaq recommends that appear. 17A8-0902A-WWEN Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks 7 IMPORTANT: System ROM BIOS should be updated with the latest ROMPaq version compatible with a Web page... A 686DF 2002.06.02 686A2 2002.07.18 686AW 2002.05.02 - 3A15 - Compaq SoftPaqs for Microsoft Windows XP Model Evo N1005 Evo N1000 Evo N800 Evo N610c Evo N600c Evo N410c Evo N400c Evo N200 Evo N180 Evo N160 Evo N115 Armada M700 Armada E500 Armada M300 ROM Family (if applicable) ROM Version - E.12...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview
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... updates and product software enhancements. SoftPaqs provide a distribution method for the pointing stick device Allows users to quickly access BIOS and operating system features Provides asset management, security features, and alerting capabilities Provides Web-based asset management, security features,... internal modem and modem/NIC combination devices and supports Intel PCI NIC that are currently available. Table 5. Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 9 Compaq Worldwide Web Site and Download Facility Individual drivers and utilities can be downloaded, in the computer and docking ...
... updates and product software enhancements. SoftPaqs provide a distribution method for the pointing stick device Allows users to quickly access BIOS and operating system features Provides asset management, security features, and alerting capabilities Provides Web-based asset management, security features,... internal modem and modem/NIC combination devices and supports Intel PCI NIC that are currently available. Table 5. Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 9 Compaq Worldwide Web Site and Download Facility Individual drivers and utilities can be downloaded, in the computer and docking ...
Hard Drive White Paper
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HP Notebook Hard Drive Measures of care, diagnosis and maintenance Introduction...2 HP Notebook LidSwitch Policy...3 Notebook F10 Setup Hard Drive Self-Test 3 Minimum System BIOS Required...4 Hard Drive Mounting Screw...4 HP Recommendations for Notebook Users 5 Hard Drive Troubleshooting Flowchart...6
HP Notebook Hard Drive Measures of care, diagnosis and maintenance Introduction...2 HP Notebook LidSwitch Policy...3 Notebook F10 Setup Hard Drive Self-Test 3 Minimum System BIOS Required...4 Hard Drive Mounting Screw...4 HP Recommendations for Notebook Users 5 Hard Drive Troubleshooting Flowchart...6
Hard Drive White Paper
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...option. If no errors occur, the long test automatically runs. 2. If a failure is closed that works in addition to the Evo N400 and Evo N600 series. The notebook must first be undocked or removed from the following URL: http://welcome.hp.com/country/us /en/support.html to the following... as one test option. Initiating the enhanced hard drive self-test includes the following table for the absolute minimum system BIOS required by each platform. 3 HP Notebook LidSwitch Policy The opportunity for operational shock is at its ability to detect a fault and fail the hard drive. ...
...option. If no errors occur, the long test automatically runs. 2. If a failure is closed that works in addition to the Evo N400 and Evo N600 series. The notebook must first be undocked or removed from the following URL: http://welcome.hp.com/country/us /en/support.html to the following... as one test option. Initiating the enhanced hard drive self-test includes the following table for the absolute minimum system BIOS required by each platform. 3 HP Notebook LidSwitch Policy The opportunity for operational shock is at its ability to detect a fault and fail the hard drive. ...
Hard Drive White Paper
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.... Note: Customers should always be correctly installed at all times. Minimum System BIOS Required Notebook Platform HP Compaq Business nc8000 HP Compaq Business nw8000 HP Compaq Business nc6000 HP Compaq Business nc4000 Series HP Compaq Business nx9000 Series HP Compaq Business nx5000 Compaq Evo N620c Compaq Evo N610c/v Compaq Evo N600c Compaq Evo N800c Compaq Evo N410c Compaq Evo N400c BIOS Version F.0A F.0A F.09 F.25 KG.M1.15 F.05 F.0E F.18...
.... Note: Customers should always be correctly installed at all times. Minimum System BIOS Required Notebook Platform HP Compaq Business nc8000 HP Compaq Business nw8000 HP Compaq Business nc6000 HP Compaq Business nc4000 Series HP Compaq Business nx9000 Series HP Compaq Business nx5000 Compaq Evo N620c Compaq Evo N610c/v Compaq Evo N600c Compaq Evo N800c Compaq Evo N410c Compaq Evo N400c BIOS Version F.0A F.0A F.09 F.25 KG.M1.15 F.05 F.0E F.18...
Hard Drive White Paper
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...: http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;314058&Product=winxp - HP Recommendations for Notebook Users • Install HP Notebook LidSwitch Policy, or as an alternative, place the notebook into Standby mode before transporting it from one location to another. • Upgrade to the latest ...system BIOS, as given in the "F10 Setup Hard Drive Self-Test" section. • Whenever possible, adjust power management settings (power ...
...: http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;314058&Product=winxp - HP Recommendations for Notebook Users • Install HP Notebook LidSwitch Policy, or as an alternative, place the notebook into Standby mode before transporting it from one location to another. • Upgrade to the latest ...system BIOS, as given in the "F10 Setup Hard Drive Self-Test" section. • Whenever possible, adjust power management settings (power ...
Installing Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 on HP Compaq Business Notebooks
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... information on the HP website to ensure that you do not have the most recent version. Connect AC power. 4. Check the current ROM BIOS using the current operating system (OS). - If docked, undock the unit. 2. Compare the current ROM version date to the latest ROMPaq release... all external peripherals and remove all files, including the most recent version, install the latest system ROM BIOS. To check and upgrade ROM BIOS for installation 1. You can also download all PC card devices. 3. Start the system using Computer Setup or by annual subscription or as a one-time...
... information on the HP website to ensure that you do not have the most recent version. Connect AC power. 4. Check the current ROM BIOS using the current operating system (OS). - If docked, undock the unit. 2. Compare the current ROM version date to the latest ROMPaq release... all external peripherals and remove all files, including the most recent version, install the latest system ROM BIOS. To check and upgrade ROM BIOS for installation 1. You can also download all PC card devices. 3. Start the system using Computer Setup or by annual subscription or as a one-time...
Installing Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 on HP Compaq Business Notebooks
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...in Table 2. 3. Place the ROMPaq diskette into the diskette drive and restart the computer. 3. Scroll through the list until the BIOS Version/Date information appears. If the ROM requires upgrading and the ROMPaq diskette is not available, see "Creating a ROMPaq Diskette" in... current firmware image. 6. Determining the ROM Version Using Windows System Information 1. HP System Information window appears which includes the System BIOS information. 6. Turn off the computer after the system ROM has been successfully reprogrammed. 6 Click Start→All Programs→Accessories...
...in Table 2. 3. Place the ROMPaq diskette into the diskette drive and restart the computer. 3. Scroll through the list until the BIOS Version/Date information appears. If the ROM requires upgrading and the ROMPaq diskette is not available, see "Creating a ROMPaq Diskette" in... current firmware image. 6. Determining the ROM Version Using Windows System Information 1. HP System Information window appears which includes the System BIOS information. 6. Turn off the computer after the system ROM has been successfully reprogrammed. 6 Click Start→All Programs→Accessories...
Installing Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 on HP Compaq Business Notebooks
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... overrides the build parameters. -f is a run time switch that overrides the default path set at build time. -s instructs the package to access BIOS and Operating System features. Utility for the touchpad device. Table 3 SoftPaq descriptions Name Hot Key Support ADI SoundMax Audio Driver Ethernet Drivers Modem Drivers...B: SoftPaqs Unpacking a SoftPaq file Several switches can be used on the internal keyboard. System Firmware Enables the Quick Launch Buttons on HP Compaq notebook PCs are listed in Table 3. Descriptions of hardware-enabling operating system enhancements and fixes.
... overrides the build parameters. -f is a run time switch that overrides the default path set at build time. -s instructs the package to access BIOS and Operating System features. Utility for the touchpad device. Table 3 SoftPaq descriptions Name Hot Key Support ADI SoundMax Audio Driver Ethernet Drivers Modem Drivers...B: SoftPaqs Unpacking a SoftPaq file Several switches can be used on the internal keyboard. System Firmware Enables the Quick Launch Buttons on HP Compaq notebook PCs are listed in Table 3. Descriptions of hardware-enabling operating system enhancements and fixes.
Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series Software Guide
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... updates, especially system ROM updates. Download and install the updates. ✎ The notebook system ROM (Read Only Memory) stores the BIOS (Basic Input Output System). Software Guide 7-1 To update Compaq software: 1. Access the updates on the notebook. 2. The BIOS determines how the notebook hardware interacts with the operating system and external devices and also supports such...
... updates, especially system ROM updates. Download and install the updates. ✎ The notebook system ROM (Read Only Memory) stores the BIOS (Basic Input Output System). Software Guide 7-1 To update Compaq software: 1. Access the updates on the notebook. 2. The BIOS determines how the notebook hardware interacts with the operating system and external devices and also supports such...