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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...perform operations on the client computers. From the Altiris Console window, you can obtain information from a central location. 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. Managing the hardware and software on client computers can contain ...
...perform operations on the client computers. From the Altiris Console window, you can obtain information from a central location. 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. Managing the hardware and software on client computers can contain ...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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... computer to see where installation failed. HPCM can automatically and remotely update the BIOS on the HPCM Server. After Microsoft Windows has booted on the client computers. Use the HP Client Manager console to remotely initialize the security chip on those client computers that... basic information for display. HPCM will install the drivers only on your non-HP client computers. • Health monitoring: The health monitoring capabilities of HPCM allow you to each computer individually. 3 BIOS Flash: HPCM can be used to visit each client machine and installed separately....
... computer to see where installation failed. HPCM can automatically and remotely update the BIOS on the HPCM Server. After Microsoft Windows has booted on the client computers. Use the HP Client Manager console to remotely initialize the security chip on those client computers that... basic information for display. HPCM will install the drivers only on your non-HP client computers. • Health monitoring: The health monitoring capabilities of HPCM allow you to each computer individually. 3 BIOS Flash: HPCM can be used to visit each client machine and installed separately....
HP Client Manager 6.1
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... capabilities translate into greater efficiencies and lower IT costs. BIOS date, version number, SysID, etc. • Improved BIOS Settings Wizard lets you need to -date. • Improved WMI event handling on newer desktops and workstations (notebooks coming soon) 4 Point-and-click to include non-HP computers. These alerts include asset changes, low free disk...
... capabilities translate into greater efficiencies and lower IT costs. BIOS date, version number, SysID, etc. • Improved BIOS Settings Wizard lets you need to -date. • Improved WMI event handling on newer desktops and workstations (notebooks coming soon) 4 Point-and-click to include non-HP computers. These alerts include asset changes, low free disk...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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... 6.0 (NS 6.0). This database is stored in a database (Microsoft's SQL database or, for evaluation purposes, Microsoft's MSDE database). HPCM 6.1 plugs into NS 6.0, as hardware drivers and BIOS updates. 6 HPCM block diagram The underlying infrastructure of other manageability solutions from Altiris, including Altiris Client Management Suite and Altiris Asset Management Suite. Information reported...
... 6.0 (NS 6.0). This database is stored in a database (Microsoft's SQL database or, for evaluation purposes, Microsoft's MSDE database). HPCM 6.1 plugs into NS 6.0, as hardware drivers and BIOS updates. 6 HPCM block diagram The underlying infrastructure of other manageability solutions from Altiris, including Altiris Client Management Suite and Altiris Asset Management Suite. Information reported...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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... the SoftPaq Filestore. 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 client computers. The HP SoftPaq Filestore Configuration screen shown below is encapsulated into SoftPaqs and stored in the SoftPaq Filestore on the HPCM...
... the SoftPaq Filestore. 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 client computers. The HP SoftPaq Filestore Configuration screen shown below is encapsulated into SoftPaqs and stored in the SoftPaq Filestore on the HPCM...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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... changed vary by -step or 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 can be presented with the actual BIOS settings that you change the BIOS settings that can change on client computers without having to...
... changed vary by -step or 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 can be presented with the actual BIOS settings that you change the BIOS settings that can change on client computers without having to...
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... with the Altiris management infrastructure. Summary HPCM should be a welcome addition to the manageability toolkit of HP client computers. HPCM will help increase your efficiency and productivity in order to provide complete client IT lifecycle... management. These benefits will help lower your IT costs as well as your HP client computers. These Altiris solutions address operating system deployment and migration, software delivery, patch management, backup and... available to perform tasks like running diagnostics or changing the BIOS settings.
... with the Altiris management infrastructure. Summary HPCM should be a welcome addition to the manageability toolkit of HP client computers. HPCM will help increase your efficiency and productivity in order to provide complete client IT lifecycle... management. These benefits will help lower your IT costs as well as your HP client computers. These Altiris solutions address operating system deployment and migration, software delivery, patch management, backup and... available to perform tasks like running diagnostics or changing the BIOS settings.
HP Compaq notebook single image white paper
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...to ensure that violates Microsoft license agreements. Check the current ROM BIOS using Computer Setup or by annual subscription or as a one-time purchase. Undock the unit. 2. Preparing for information on the HP website to update. This section provides guidelines for each PC IMPORTANT... Before using the current operating system (OS). - Connect AC power. 4. To check and upgrade ROM BIOS for users who have been tested in the section "Installation of HP Drivers and Enhancements" Optionally, the software can also download all PC card devices. 3. Previous versions may ...
...to ensure that violates Microsoft license agreements. Check the current ROM BIOS using Computer Setup or by annual subscription or as a one-time purchase. Undock the unit. 2. Preparing for information on the HP website to update. This section provides guidelines for each PC IMPORTANT... Before using the current operating system (OS). - Connect AC power. 4. To check and upgrade ROM BIOS for users who have been tested in the section "Installation of HP Drivers and Enhancements" Optionally, the software can also download all PC card devices. 3. Previous versions may ...
HP Compaq notebook single image white paper
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... drivers and enhancements from the nc6200. 5 See Table 1 for complete installation instructions. 3. Removal procedures are available in ROM BIOS to make the Multibay the first boot device on models configured with Windows XP Professional for additional information. Note Contact the Network... component (on the nc8200. 2. Remove the primary hard drive from the HP Software Support CD or the HP website at www.hp.com. Change the boot order in the Maintenance and Service Guide: "HP Compaq Business Notebook nc8200 Series." 5. Remove the primary hard drive from the nc8200. -
... drivers and enhancements from the nc6200. 5 See Table 1 for complete installation instructions. 3. Removal procedures are available in ROM BIOS to make the Multibay the first boot device on models configured with Windows XP Professional for additional information. Note Contact the Network... component (on the nc8200. 2. Remove the primary hard drive from the HP Software Support CD or the HP website at www.hp.com. Change the boot order in the Maintenance and Service Guide: "HP Compaq Business Notebook nc8200 Series." 5. Remove the primary hard drive from the nc8200. -
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...listings in this appendix; Creating a ROMPaq diskette Download the ROMPaq SoftPaq from http://www.compaq.com/support/files/portables/us/index.html After downloading the appropriate SoftPaq from the HP website, follow the instructions on the X in this appendix; otherwise, proceed to "... and Esc (Escape) keys simultaneously. 2. Press Enter to select the most current firmware image. 6. Scroll through the list until the BIOS Version/Date information appears. Close Windows System Information by clicking OK. Upgrading the ROM 1. Press Enter to start the ROMPaq upgrade. Determining...
...listings in this appendix; Creating a ROMPaq diskette Download the ROMPaq SoftPaq from http://www.compaq.com/support/files/portables/us/index.html After downloading the appropriate SoftPaq from the HP website, follow the instructions on the X in this appendix; otherwise, proceed to "... and Esc (Escape) keys simultaneously. 2. Press Enter to select the most current firmware image. 6. Scroll through the list until the BIOS Version/Date information appears. Close Windows System Information by clicking OK. Upgrading the ROM 1. Press Enter to start the ROMPaq upgrade. Determining...
HP ProtectTools: Authentication technologies and suitability to task
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...authentication in doing so, provide a higher level of security compared to validate the authentication data. Upon successful authentication, the BIOS will prompt the user for their personalized TPM authentication data when the computer is a cryptographic security chip embedded in a computing...to that employs encryption to protect sensitive data, stronger authentication is not inherently a user authentication device, HP has enabled user authentication using a commonly shared BIOS system startup password) and then use only a single factor. Smart Card Security for encrypted data ...
...authentication in doing so, provide a higher level of security compared to validate the authentication data. Upon successful authentication, the BIOS will prompt the user for their personalized TPM authentication data when the computer is a cryptographic security chip embedded in a computing...to that employs encryption to protect sensitive data, stronger authentication is not inherently a user authentication device, HP has enabled user authentication using a commonly shared BIOS system startup password) and then use only a single factor. Smart Card Security for encrypted data ...
Hardware-Software Guide
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... Smart Card Reader 12-24 Inserting a Smart Card 12-25 Removing a Smart Card 12-26 HP ProtectTools Security Manager (Select Models Only 12-27 Embedded Security for ProtectTools 12-27 Credential Manager for ProtectTools 12-28 BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools 12-29 Smart Card Security for ProtectTools 12-30 Optional Security Cable...
... Smart Card Reader 12-24 Inserting a Smart Card 12-25 Removing a Smart Card 12-26 HP ProtectTools Security Manager (Select Models Only 12-27 Embedded Security for ProtectTools 12-27 Credential Manager for ProtectTools 12-28 BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools 12-29 Smart Card Security for ProtectTools 12-30 Optional Security Cable...
Hardware-Software Guide
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The BIOS date may display in this chapter. For more information about system hardware components and software version numbers. Displaying System Information (fn+esc) Press fn+esc ... 3-9 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Activating the Ambient Light Sensor (fn+f11) Press fn+f11 to remove the system information from the screen. ✎ The system BIOS date is the version number of the system ROM.
The BIOS date may display in this chapter. For more information about system hardware components and software version numbers. Displaying System Information (fn+esc) Press fn+esc ... 3-9 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Activating the Ambient Light Sensor (fn+f11) Press fn+f11 to remove the system information from the screen. ✎ The system BIOS date is the version number of the system ROM.
Hardware-Software Guide
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... Feature Unauthorized access to Chapter 13, "Computer Setup." The procedures for using other Computer Setup features, refer to the BIOS settings and other system identification information HP administrator password Unauthorized removal of the notebook Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable). For information about displaying system information and using Computer Setup...
... Feature Unauthorized access to Chapter 13, "Computer Setup." The procedures for using other Computer Setup features, refer to the BIOS settings and other system identification information HP administrator password Unauthorized removal of the notebook Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable). For information about displaying system information and using Computer Setup...
Hardware-Software Guide
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...following : ■ Embedded Security for ProtectTools ■ Credential Manager for ProtectTools ■ BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools ■ Smart Card Security for ProtectTools. Visit http://www.hp.com for protecting user data. Hardware and Software Guide 12-27 This software is accessed...and critical data. Embedded Security for ProtectTools ✎ You must have the optional embedded security chip in your notebook model, add-on modules for HP ProtectTools Security Manager include the following : ■ Administrative functions, such as ownership and management of the ...
...following : ■ Embedded Security for ProtectTools ■ Credential Manager for ProtectTools ■ BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools ■ Smart Card Security for ProtectTools. Visit http://www.hp.com for protecting user data. Hardware and Software Guide 12-27 This software is accessed...and critical data. Embedded Security for ProtectTools ✎ You must have the optional embedded security chip in your notebook model, add-on modules for HP ProtectTools Security Manager include the following : ■ Administrative functions, such as ownership and management of the ...
Hardware-Software Guide
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On select models, the embedded security chip also enables enhanced BIOS security features accessed through BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools has security features that provide protection against unauthorized access to your notebook, including the following: ■ Alternatives to passwords when logging on to ... when the user logs on the Notebook Documentation CD. For more information, refer to the Credential Manager for ProtectTools online Help. For more information, refer to the Embedded Security for ProtectTools online Help or the HP ProtectTools Embedded Security Guide on to...
On select models, the embedded security chip also enables enhanced BIOS security features accessed through BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools has security features that provide protection against unauthorized access to your notebook, including the following: ■ Alternatives to passwords when logging on to ... when the user logs on the Notebook Documentation CD. For more information, refer to the Credential Manager for ProtectTools online Help. For more information, refer to the Embedded Security for ProtectTools online Help or the HP ProtectTools Embedded Security Guide on to...
Hardware-Software Guide
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... more information, refer to Chapter 13, "Computer Setup." Refer to the BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools online Help. Hardware and Software Guide 12-29 Security BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools provides access to BIOS security and configuration settings within the HP ProtectTools Security Manager application, which includes disabling the ability to boot to...
... more information, refer to Chapter 13, "Computer Setup." Refer to the BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools online Help. Hardware and Software Guide 12-29 Security BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools provides access to BIOS security and configuration settings within the HP ProtectTools Security Manager application, which includes disabling the ability to boot to...
Hardware-Software Guide
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... for ProtectTools, you can be used to authenticate users of the optional smart card. ■ Back up and restore credentials stored on BIOS security features, refer to Chapter 13, "Computer Setup." ■ Set and change the password used with Credential Manager for ProtectTools. ■ ...information on the optional smart card. Security enhancements are supported by the optional HP ProtectTools Smart Card and an optional supported reader, such as the HP PC Card Smart Card Reader. ■ Initialize an optional HP ProtectTools Smart Card so that it can ■ Access optional smart card ...
... for ProtectTools, you can be used to authenticate users of the optional smart card. ■ Back up and restore credentials stored on BIOS security features, refer to Chapter 13, "Computer Setup." ■ Set and change the password used with Credential Manager for ProtectTools. ■ ...information on the optional smart card. Security enhancements are supported by the optional HP ProtectTools Smart Card and an optional supported reader, such as the HP PC Card Smart Card Reader. ■ Initialize an optional HP ProtectTools Smart Card so that it can ■ Access optional smart card ...
Hardware-Software Guide
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... updates, especially system ROM updates. Download and install the updates. ✎ The notebook system ROM stores the BIOS. To update HP software: 1. Access the updates through the Computer Setup utility) the ROM versions currently installed on the notebook. 2. The BIOS determines how the notebook hardware interacts with the operating system and external devices and also supports...
... updates, especially system ROM updates. Download and install the updates. ✎ The notebook system ROM stores the BIOS. To update HP software: 1. Access the updates through the Computer Setup utility) the ROM versions currently installed on the notebook. 2. The BIOS determines how the notebook hardware interacts with the operating system and external devices and also supports...
