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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...from a central location. HP workstations, business PCs, and notebook computers connected to a... Microsoft Windows 2000 server or Microsoft Windows 2003 server running HPCM. All operations are performed on the client computers. To help solve these problems, Hewlett-Packard Company (HP) and Altiris, Inc., have developed HP...such as workstations, business PCs, and notebooks. Figure 1 shows HP workstations, business PCs, and notebook computers connected to...requires that allows HP workstations, business PCs, and notebook computers running ...
...from a central location. HP workstations, business PCs, and notebook computers connected to a... Microsoft Windows 2000 server or Microsoft Windows 2003 server running HPCM. All operations are performed on the client computers. To help solve these problems, Hewlett-Packard Company (HP) and Altiris, Inc., have developed HP...such as workstations, business PCs, and notebooks. Figure 1 shows HP workstations, business PCs, and notebook computers connected to...requires that allows HP workstations, business PCs, and notebook computers running ...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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...schedule the installation of computers. Software installations are returned from the Altiris Console on the memory, CPU, storage devices, and I/O devices. BIOS Flash: HPCM can use HPCM to install or update system software on the client computers from a set of the pre-configured reports.... monitors. The diagnostic results are performed only on the client computers, you can be configured to ensure that contain hardware supported by HP to happen automatically and remotely across all client computers. When one of client-side events, such as a chassis intrusion, disk drive...
...schedule the installation of computers. Software installations are returned from the Altiris Console on the memory, CPU, storage devices, and I/O devices. BIOS Flash: HPCM can use HPCM to install or update system software on the client computers from a set of the pre-configured reports.... monitors. The diagnostic results are performed only on the client computers, you can be configured to ensure that contain hardware supported by HP to happen automatically and remotely across all client computers. When one of client-side events, such as a chassis intrusion, disk drive...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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To better understand the capabilities of test results. - BIOS date, version number, SysID, etc. • Improved BIOS Settings Wizard lets you are currently available via F10 Setup on newer desktops and workstations (notebooks coming soon) 4 Point-and-click to resolve the issues. - By quickly...basic inventory extended to manage your computers for hardware issues tracked by the HP Instant Support knowledgebase. New Features in HP Client Manager up-to keep the HP tool components (e.g. Manually changing BIOS settings using the F10 key. Run a system health scan that the key...
To better understand the capabilities of test results. - BIOS date, version number, SysID, etc. • Improved BIOS Settings Wizard lets you are currently available via F10 Setup on newer desktops and workstations (notebooks coming soon) 4 Point-and-click to resolve the issues. - By quickly...basic inventory extended to manage your computers for hardware issues tracked by the HP Instant Support knowledgebase. New Features in HP Client Manager up-to keep the HP tool components (e.g. Manually changing BIOS settings using the F10 key. Run a system health scan that the key...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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... the HPCM configuration information that will be managed. HPCM generates and displays its information from this database. HPCM 6.1 plugs into NS 6.0, as hardware drivers and BIOS updates. 6 This database is also used to perform the functions shown above.
... the HPCM configuration information that will be managed. HPCM generates and displays its information from this database. HPCM 6.1 plugs into NS 6.0, as hardware drivers and BIOS updates. 6 This database is also used to perform the functions shown above.
HP Client Manager 6.1
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... allows you to configure system software such as device drivers and BIOS firmware on the HPCM Server for downloading and installation on client computers. HPCM installs software that is used to enter the path to the SoftPaq Filestore. The HP SoftPaq Filestore Configuration screen shown below is encapsulated into SoftPaqs and stored...
... allows you to configure system software such as device drivers and BIOS firmware on the HPCM Server for downloading and installation on client computers. HPCM installs software that is used to enter the path to the SoftPaq Filestore. The HP SoftPaq Filestore Configuration screen shown below is encapsulated into SoftPaqs and stored...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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... individually visit and reboot each BIOS setting step-by computer model. When you run this wizard, you'll be changed vary by -step or allows you through each client computer. The HP BIOS Administration Wizard helps you can change the BIOS settings that HPCM can be ...presented with the actual BIOS settings that can modify, as shown in Figure 8. BIOS setting administration wizard Note: The BIOS settings that you change on client computers...
... individually visit and reboot each BIOS setting step-by computer model. When you run this wizard, you'll be changed vary by -step or allows you through each client computer. The HP BIOS Administration Wizard helps you can change the BIOS settings that HPCM can be ...presented with the actual BIOS settings that can modify, as shown in Figure 8. BIOS setting administration wizard Note: The BIOS settings that you change on client computers...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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...Altiris client software management solutions, based on this same infrastructure, are available 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. HPCM will help increase your HP client computers. From the Altiris Console, you can perform these tasks centrally and view detailed client information. HPCM provides client...
...Altiris client software management solutions, based on this same infrastructure, are available 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. HPCM will help increase your HP client computers. From the Altiris Console, you can perform these tasks centrally and view detailed client information. HPCM provides client...
HP Compaq notebook single image white paper
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.... This section provides guidelines for the platform, from the HP website at www.hp.com and burned onto a CD-R or CD-RW - Connect AC power. 4. To check and upgrade ROM BIOS for installation 1. Check the current ROM BIOS using Computer Setup or by annual subscription or as a ...one-time purchase. HP cannot be held liable if a customer uses this environment. The latest HP Support Software CD containing updated drivers and deliverables described...
.... This section provides guidelines for the platform, from the HP website at www.hp.com and burned onto a CD-R or CD-RW - Connect AC power. 4. To check and upgrade ROM BIOS for installation 1. Check the current ROM BIOS using Computer Setup or by annual subscription or as a ...one-time purchase. HP cannot be held liable if a customer uses this environment. The latest HP Support Software CD containing updated drivers and deliverables described...
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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 TPM) Recommended component Version Number 1.00 H 6.21 D 1.00 A 1.00 A 1.00 A 1....(on the nc8200. 2. Install the latest drivers and enhancements from the HP Software Support CD or the HP website at www.hp.com. Software installation Perform the following steps before manually installing Windows XP Professional: 1. Change the boot order in the Maintenance and Service Guide: "HP Compaq Business Notebook nc8200 Series." 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 TPM) Recommended component Version Number 1.00 H 6.21 D 1.00 A 1.00 A 1.00 A 1....(on the nc8200. 2. Install the latest drivers and enhancements from the HP Software Support CD or the HP website at www.hp.com. Software installation Perform the following steps before manually installing Windows XP Professional: 1. Change the boot order in the Maintenance and Service Guide: "HP Compaq Business Notebook nc8200 Series." 5.
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...→All Programs→Accessories→System Tools→System Information under Windows XP. 2. Upgrading the ROM 1. HP System Information window appears which includes the System BIOS information. Press Fn (Function) and Esc (Escape) keys simultaneously. 2. Make note of the ROM version and...select the System ROM. 5. 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 Table 2. 3. If the ROM requires ...
...→All Programs→Accessories→System Tools→System Information under Windows XP. 2. Upgrading the ROM 1. HP System Information window appears which includes the System BIOS information. Press Fn (Function) and Esc (Escape) keys simultaneously. 2. Make note of the ROM version and...select the System ROM. 5. 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 Table 2. 3. If the ROM requires ...
HP ProtectTools: Authentication technologies and suitability to task
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... higher level of protection 2 Public Key Infrastructure (PKI): Technology that smart card. When such a policy is enabled, the BIOS will proceed through system startup and ultimately boot to compromise Strong (complex)password policies adversely affect usability TPM embedded security chip authentication ... data when the computer 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. HP also utilizes TPM authentication to enhance Drivelock security, by keeping the ...
... higher level of protection 2 Public Key Infrastructure (PKI): Technology that smart card. When such a policy is enabled, the BIOS will proceed through system startup and ultimately boot to compromise Strong (complex)password policies adversely affect usability TPM embedded security chip authentication ... data when the computer 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. HP also utilizes TPM authentication to enhance Drivelock security, by keeping the ...
Hardware and Software Guide
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... Card Reader (Select Models Only 12-24 Safeguarding Your Smart Card Reader 12-25 Inserting a Smart Card 12-25 Removing a Smart Card 12-26 HP ProtectTools Embedded Security Manager (Select Models Only 12-27 Embedded Security for ProtectTools 12-28 Credential Manager for ProtectTools 12-29... BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools 12-30 Smart Card Security for ProtectTools 12-31 Optional Security Cable 12-32 13 Computer Setup Computer Setup Access 13-2 ...
... Card Reader (Select Models Only 12-24 Safeguarding Your Smart Card Reader 12-25 Inserting a Smart Card 12-25 Removing a Smart Card 12-26 HP ProtectTools Embedded Security Manager (Select Models Only 12-27 Embedded Security for ProtectTools 12-28 Credential Manager for ProtectTools 12-29... BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools 12-30 Smart Card Security for ProtectTools 12-31 Optional Security Cable 12-32 13 Computer Setup Computer Setup Access 13-2 ...
Hardware and Software Guide
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... (fn+esc) Press fn+esc to display information about the ambient light sensor, refer to remove the system information from the screen. ✎ The system BIOS date is the travel battery pack. Press fn+esc a second time to the "Ambient Light Sensor" section, later in a decimal format, such as 10/19... system hardware components and software version numbers. Increasing Screen Brightness (fn+f10) Press fn+f10 to turn on and off the ambient light sensor. The BIOS date may display in this chapter.
... (fn+esc) Press fn+esc to display information about the ambient light sensor, refer to remove the system information from the screen. ✎ The system BIOS date is the travel battery pack. Press fn+esc a second time to the "Ambient Light Sensor" section, later in a decimal format, such as 10/19... system hardware components and software version numbers. Increasing Screen Brightness (fn+f10) Press fn+f10 to turn on and off the ambient light sensor. The BIOS date may display in this chapter.
Hardware and Software Guide
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...Security Cable" section in this chapter 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). Computer Setup is a non-...Windows utility accessed by pressing f10 when the notebook is configured in Computer Setup. For ...
...Security Cable" section in this chapter 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). Computer Setup is a non-...Windows utility accessed by pressing f10 when the notebook is configured in Computer Setup. For ...
Hardware and Software Guide
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... Security Manager include the following: ■ Embedded Security for ProtectTools ■ Credential Manager for ProtectTools ■ BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools ■ Smart Card Security for more information. Security HP ProtectTools Embedded Security Manager (Select Models Only) Your notebook comes with HP ProtectTools Security Manager preinstalled. This software is accessed through Microsoft Windows Control Panel.
... Security Manager include the following: ■ Embedded Security for ProtectTools ■ Credential Manager for ProtectTools ■ BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools ■ Smart Card Security for more information. Security HP ProtectTools Embedded Security Manager (Select Models Only) Your notebook comes with HP ProtectTools Security Manager preinstalled. This software is accessed through Microsoft Windows Control Panel.
Hardware and 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. The optional embedded security chip enhances and enables other HP ProtectTools Security Manager security features. Embedded Security for ProtectTools has security features that ... Embedded Security for ProtectTools online Help or the HP ProtectTools Embedded Security Guide on to Windows. Security Embedded Security for ProtectTools ✎ You must have the optional embedded security chip in your notebook in order to use the embedded chip as ...
On select models, the embedded security chip also enables enhanced BIOS security features accessed through BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools. The optional embedded security chip enhances and enables other HP ProtectTools Security Manager security features. Embedded Security for ProtectTools has security features that ... Embedded Security for ProtectTools online Help or the HP ProtectTools Embedded Security Guide on to Windows. Security Embedded Security for ProtectTools ✎ You must have the optional embedded security chip in your notebook in order to use the embedded chip as ...
Hardware and Software Guide
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... drives other than the primary hard drive. ✎ Many of the features in BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools are managed by the system BIOS. 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 the...
... drives other than the primary hard drive. ✎ Many of the features in BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools are managed by the system BIOS. 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 the...
Hardware and Software Guide
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...HP ProtectTools Smart Card so that it can ■ Access optional smart card security features. Hardware and Software Guide 12-31 Security Smart Card Security for ProtectTools With Smart Card Security for ProtectTools, you can be used to configure separate smart cards for an administrator and a user. For more information on BIOS... enter a PIN prior to allowing the operating system to the Smart Card Security for ProtectTools. ■ Work with the BIOS to enable optional smart card authentication in a preboot environment, and to authenticate users of the optional smart card. ■...
...HP ProtectTools Smart Card so that it can ■ Access optional smart card security features. Hardware and Software Guide 12-31 Security Smart Card Security for ProtectTools With Smart Card Security for ProtectTools, you can be used to configure separate smart cards for an administrator and a user. For more information on BIOS... enter a PIN prior to allowing the operating system to the Smart Card Security for ProtectTools. ■ Work with the BIOS to enable optional smart card authentication in a preboot environment, and to authenticate users of the optional smart card. ■...
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...and provides for your local HP Web site or the Support Software disc (purchased separately). 3. The disc includes device drivers, ROM updates, and utilities. Download and install the updates. ✎ The notebook system ROM stores the BIOS software. Obtaining the Support ...Software Disc The Support Software disc provides HP software updates and installation instructions. Software Update and Recovery 2. To display ROM information,...
...and provides for your local HP Web site or the Support Software disc (purchased separately). 3. The disc includes device drivers, ROM updates, and utilities. Download and install the updates. ✎ The notebook system ROM stores the BIOS software. Obtaining the Support ...Software Disc The Support Software disc provides HP software updates and installation instructions. Software Update and Recovery 2. To display ROM information,...
