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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... the version of the computer hardware deployed within the enterprise as well as workstations, business PCs, and notebooks. HP workstations, business PCs, and notebook computers connected to a Microsoft Windows 2000 server or Microsoft Windows 2003 server running HPCM. ...Introduction Today's complex client/server computing environments can obtain information from a central location. It's often difficult to be visited individually for tasks such as upgrading the BIOS...
... the version of the computer hardware deployed within the enterprise as well as workstations, business PCs, and notebooks. HP workstations, business PCs, and notebook computers connected to a Microsoft Windows 2000 server or Microsoft Windows 2003 server running HPCM. ...Introduction Today's complex client/server computing environments can obtain information from a central location. It's often difficult to be visited individually for tasks such as upgrading the BIOS...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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...client-side events, such as a chassis intrusion, disk drive error, battery status, thermal changes, and "walking assets" such as new or missing PCs, memory, battery, disk drives, CPUs, and monitors. With HPCM, the user can perform the following types of operations on your non-HP client...mail alert. HPCM will install the drivers only on client computers. Normally, a SoftPaq would be used to each client machine and installed separately. BIOS Flash: HPCM can use HPCM to flash a single computer or a group of the pre-configured reports. • Diagnostic information: Client diagnostics ...
...client-side events, such as a chassis intrusion, disk drive error, battery status, thermal changes, and "walking assets" such as new or missing PCs, memory, battery, disk drives, CPUs, and monitors. With HPCM, the user can perform the following types of operations on your non-HP client...mail alert. HPCM will install the drivers only on client computers. Normally, a SoftPaq would be used to each client machine and installed separately. BIOS Flash: HPCM can use HPCM to flash a single computer or a group of the pre-configured reports. • Diagnostic information: Client diagnostics ...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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... to be much more information. • In addition to resolve the issues. - Furthermore, HPCM provides a rich set most BIOS settings that can display exactly the information you remotely set of HPCM is dynamically created that are encouraged to download and install HPCM...productive in HPCM 6.1 • Improved BIOS information collection - These capabilities make it works, you are currently available via F10 Setup on newer desktops and workstations (notebooks coming soon) 4 BIOS date, version number, SysID, etc. • Improved BIOS Settings Wizard lets you need to include ...
... to be much more information. • In addition to resolve the issues. - Furthermore, HPCM provides a rich set most BIOS settings that can display exactly the information you remotely set of HPCM is dynamically created that are encouraged to download and install HPCM...productive in HPCM 6.1 • Improved BIOS information collection - These capabilities make it works, you are currently available via F10 Setup on newer desktops and workstations (notebooks coming soon) 4 BIOS date, version number, SysID, etc. • Improved BIOS Settings Wizard lets you need to include ...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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... generates and displays its information from Altiris, including Altiris Client Management Suite and Altiris Asset Management Suite. HPCM 6.1 plugs into NS 6.0, as hardware drivers and BIOS updates. 6 This database is stored in Figure 3. The Altiris Console window receives its reports from the HPCM agents to be installed on the client computers...
... generates and displays its information from Altiris, including Altiris Client Management Suite and Altiris Asset Management Suite. HPCM 6.1 plugs into NS 6.0, as hardware drivers and BIOS updates. 6 This database is stored in Figure 3. The Altiris Console window receives its reports from the HPCM agents to be installed on the client computers...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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... Filestore on client computers. Figure 7. System software installation sample screen Through this mechanism, 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. Updating system software HPCM allows you to the SoftPaq Filestore. HPCM installs...
... Filestore on client computers. Figure 7. System software installation sample screen Through this mechanism, 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. Updating system software HPCM allows you to the SoftPaq Filestore. HPCM installs...
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...you to go directly to a summary page to individually visit and reboot each BIOS setting step-by computer model. The wizard either walks you can modify, as shown in Figure 8. The HP BIOS Administration Wizard helps you change on client computers without having to make changes,... as shown in Figure 9. 11 BIOS setting administration wizard Note: The BIOS settings that can be presented with the actual BIOS settings that HPCM can change the BIOS settings that you through...
...you to go directly to a summary page to individually visit and reboot each BIOS setting step-by computer model. The wizard either walks you can modify, as shown in Figure 8. The HP BIOS Administration Wizard helps you change on client computers without having to make changes,... as shown in Figure 9. 11 BIOS setting administration wizard Note: The BIOS settings that can be presented with the actual BIOS settings that HPCM can change the BIOS settings that you through...
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... HP client computers. Additional Altiris client software management solutions, based on this same infrastructure, are available to perform tasks like running diagnostics or changing the BIOS settings.
... HP client computers. Additional Altiris client software management solutions, based on this same infrastructure, are available to perform tasks like running diagnostics or changing the BIOS settings.
Windows XP SP1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks
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...Compaq Evo notebook products, and applicable programs on Compaq Evo Notebook products. SP1 is the latest and most comprehensive update available for Microsoft® Windows XP Professional. White Paper September 2002 17A8-0902A-WWEN Prepared 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 the...
...Compaq Evo notebook products, and applicable programs on Compaq Evo Notebook products. SP1 is the latest and most comprehensive update available for Microsoft® Windows XP Professional. White Paper September 2002 17A8-0902A-WWEN Prepared 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 the...
Windows XP SP1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks
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...Service Pack 1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks 6 UPDATES IN SP1 Summary: Service Pack 1 (SP1) is a collection of updates that improve the performance of this white paper. Windows XP Professional • Disk Space. For details see Space Requirements for instructions if no OS is booted 3. Check and Upgrade BIOS Note: Upgrade your ... main areas addressed by SP1 are normally stored on the Windows XP SP1 CD or SP1 stand alone CD. Check the Compaq Web site for your BIOS before installing Windows XP. 1. Cross check the revision described in the previous step with the release listed in the htm ...
...Service Pack 1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks 6 UPDATES IN SP1 Summary: Service Pack 1 (SP1) is a collection of updates that improve the performance of this white paper. Windows XP Professional • Disk Space. For details see Space Requirements for instructions if no OS is booted 3. Check and Upgrade BIOS Note: Upgrade your ... main areas addressed by SP1 are normally stored on the Windows XP SP1 CD or SP1 stand alone CD. Check the Compaq Web site for your BIOS before installing Windows XP. 1. Cross check the revision described in the previous step with the release listed in the htm ...
Windows XP SP1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks
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...click OK. 3. E.12 - If a Web page opens in your CD-ROM drive. 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 from the CD by means of the autorun. 1. Table... Installing from the Service Pack 1 CD Stand Alone IMPORTANT: Compaq recommends that appear. 17A8-0902A-WWEN 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 ...
...click OK. 3. E.12 - If a Web page opens in your CD-ROM drive. 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 from the CD by means of the autorun. 1. Table... Installing from the Service Pack 1 CD Stand Alone IMPORTANT: Compaq recommends that appear. 17A8-0902A-WWEN 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 ...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview
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...the pointing stick device Allows users to boot 15KR-0901A-WWEN SoftPaqs provide a distribution method for updates. Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 9 Compaq Worldwide Web Site and Download Facility Individual drivers and utilities can be downloaded, in the form of SoftPaqs, from the...an easy-to-install compilation of operating system enhancements and fixes Updates ROM BIOS (Read Only Memory/Basic Input Output System), which sets basic configuration allowing the system to quickly access BIOS and operating system features Provides asset management, security features, and alerting ...
...the pointing stick device Allows users to boot 15KR-0901A-WWEN SoftPaqs provide a distribution method for updates. Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 9 Compaq Worldwide Web Site and Download Facility Individual drivers and utilities can be downloaded, in the form of SoftPaqs, from the...an easy-to-install compilation of operating system enhancements and fixes Updates ROM BIOS (Read Only Memory/Basic Input Output System), which sets basic configuration allowing the system to quickly access BIOS and operating system features Provides asset management, security features, and alerting ...
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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... Policy The opportunity for operational shock is at its ability to the Evo N400 and Evo N600 series. This enhancement allows the notebook to go into Standby mode when the display lid is closed while the notebook is operating from the internal battery pack, e.g., on DC power, away ... not an acceptable option. However, it operates whether the notebook is closed that works in conjunction with his or her notebook. The short and long versions of the hard drive self-test have been combined as a commercial notebook system BIOS upgrade. If no errors occur, the long test automatically ...
... Policy The opportunity for operational shock is at its ability to the Evo N400 and Evo N600 series. This enhancement allows the notebook to go into Standby mode when the display lid is closed while the notebook is operating from the internal battery pack, e.g., on DC power, away ... not an acceptable option. However, it operates whether the notebook is closed that works in conjunction with his or her notebook. The short and long versions of the hard drive self-test have been combined as a commercial notebook system BIOS upgrade. If no errors occur, the long test automatically ...
Hard Drive White Paper
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... or when they can 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...
... or when they can 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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... information on how to the following Microsoft Knowledge Base articles for information: - 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...
... information on how to the following Microsoft Knowledge Base articles for information: - 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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If docked, undock the unit. 2. To check and upgrade ROM BIOS for each PC • Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 o SP2 is updated ... XP to ensure that you do not have the most recent version, install the latest system ROM BIOS. This section provides guidelines for users who upgrade the preinstalled image of HP Drivers and Enhancements" o...the most recent version. See Appendix A for information on the HP website to SP2. Check the current ROM BIOS using the current operating system (OS). - Failure to complete the ROM upgrade. 3 Disconnect all external peripherals and...
If docked, undock the unit. 2. To check and upgrade ROM BIOS for each PC • Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 o SP2 is updated ... XP to ensure that you do not have the most recent version, install the latest system ROM BIOS. This section provides guidelines for users who upgrade the preinstalled image of HP Drivers and Enhancements" o...the most recent version. See Appendix A for information on the HP website to SP2. Check the current ROM BIOS using the current operating system (OS). - Failure to complete the ROM upgrade. 3 Disconnect all external peripherals and...
Installing Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 on HP Compaq Business Notebooks
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... QuickLaunch Buttons for Windows by clicking on the X in Table 2. 3. HP System Information window appears which includes the System BIOS information. Connect the computer to "Upgrading the ROM." Click Start→All Programs→Accessories→System Tools→System Information... ROMPaq upgrade. Place the ROMPaq diskette into the diskette drive and restart the computer. 3. Scroll through the list until the BIOS Version/Date information appears. otherwise, proceed to continue. 7. Determining the ROM Version Using Windows System Information 1. Creating a ROMPaq...
... QuickLaunch Buttons for Windows by clicking on the X in Table 2. 3. HP System Information window appears which includes the System BIOS information. Connect the computer to "Upgrading the ROM." Click Start→All Programs→Accessories→System Tools→System Information... ROMPaq upgrade. Place the ROMPaq diskette into the diskette drive and restart the computer. 3. Scroll through the list until the BIOS Version/Date information appears. otherwise, proceed to continue. 7. Determining the ROM Version Using Windows System Information 1. Creating a ROMPaq...
Installing Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 on HP Compaq Business Notebooks
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...silent mode skipping the welcome, license and directory screens. Enables integrated modem devices select models. System Firmware Enables the Quick Launch Buttons on HP Compaq notebook PCs are listed in select models. Utility for the touchpad device. Enables the integrated video software. Appendix B: SoftPaqs Unpacking a SoftPaq file Several ... 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. Provides added functionality for configuring WLAN settings. 7
...silent mode skipping the welcome, license and directory screens. Enables integrated modem devices select models. System Firmware Enables the Quick Launch Buttons on HP Compaq notebook PCs are listed in select models. Utility for the touchpad device. Enables the integrated video software. Appendix B: SoftPaqs Unpacking a SoftPaq file Several ... 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. Provides added functionality for configuring WLAN settings. 7
Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series Software Guide
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... they become available. To update Compaq software: 1. Access the updates on the notebook. 2. Prepare for any software updates, especially system ROM updates. Software Guide 7-1 Download and install the updates. ✎ The notebook system ROM (Read Only Memory) stores the BIOS (Basic Input Output System). The BIOS determines how the notebook hardware interacts with your Network Administrator...
... they become available. To update Compaq software: 1. Access the updates on the notebook. 2. Prepare for any software updates, especially system ROM updates. Software Guide 7-1 Download and install the updates. ✎ The notebook system ROM (Read Only Memory) stores the BIOS (Basic Input Output System). The BIOS determines how the notebook hardware interacts with your Network Administrator...