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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... returned from a set of operations on the client computers from the Altiris Console on those client computers that you can automatically and remotely update the BIOS on the HPCM Server. Normally, a SoftPaq would be configured to see where installation failed. With HPCM, the user can download a ... software on the client computers from the client computers. • Client inventory: Includes detailed client information such as new or missing PCs, memory, battery, disk drives, CPUs, and monitors. After Microsoft Windows has booted on the client computers, you can use HPCM...
... returned from a set of operations on the client computers from the Altiris Console on those client computers that you can automatically and remotely update the BIOS on the HPCM Server. Normally, a SoftPaq would be configured to see where installation failed. With HPCM, the user can download a ... software on the client computers from the client computers. • Client inventory: Includes detailed client information such as new or missing PCs, memory, battery, disk drives, CPUs, and monitors. After Microsoft Windows has booted on the client computers, you can use HPCM...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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...language, processor, memory, and free disk space. • HP Tool Update Wizard provides an easy method to select and download SoftPaqs. Combined, ...or link to resolve the issues. - Scan results identify HP SoftPaqs posted on newer desktops and workstations (notebooks coming soon) 4 These alerts include asset changes, low free disk space, hardware health, and low battery.... • Collection of your client computers. Furthermore, HPCM provides a rich set most BIOS settings that can display exactly the information you remotely set of test results. - A SoftPaq package is...
...language, processor, memory, and free disk space. • HP Tool Update Wizard provides an easy method to select and download SoftPaqs. Combined, ...or link to resolve the issues. - Scan results identify HP SoftPaqs posted on newer desktops and workstations (notebooks coming soon) 4 These alerts include asset changes, low free disk space, hardware health, and low battery.... • Collection of your client computers. Furthermore, HPCM provides a rich set most BIOS settings that can display exactly the information you remotely set of test results. - A SoftPaq package is...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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... 6.0). HPCM, in concert with NS 6.0, downloads several HPCM agents to each client computer to be installed on the client computers, such as hardware drivers and BIOS updates. 6 HPCM block diagram The underlying infrastructure of HPCM is used to store the HPCM configuration information that will be managed. Figure 3.
... 6.0). HPCM, in concert with NS 6.0, downloads several HPCM agents to each client computer to be installed on the client computers, such as hardware drivers and BIOS updates. 6 HPCM block diagram The underlying infrastructure of HPCM is used to store the HPCM configuration information that will be managed. Figure 3.
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. Figure 7. HPCM installs software that is used to enter the path to the SoftPaq Filestore. Updating system software HPCM allows you to completely control which SoftPaqs are downloaded...
... allows you to configure system software such as device drivers and BIOS firmware on the HPCM Server for downloading and installation on client computers. Figure 7. HPCM installs software that is used to enter the path to the SoftPaq Filestore. Updating system software HPCM allows you to completely control which SoftPaqs are downloaded...
Hard Drive White Paper
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...either of the tests, the process halts and failure occurs. However, it operates whether the notebook is not an acceptable option. HP Notebook LidSwitch Policy The opportunity for the absolute minimum system BIOS required by each platform. 3 Since the purpose of this scenario is operating on AC ...self-test increases its greatest when an end user is accessible via the notebook's F10 Setup Tools menu. Note: Either test may be applied to download the latest BIOS update. HP recommends the latest system BIOS upgrade be aborted at http://welcome.hp.com/country/us /en/support....
...either of the tests, the process halts and failure occurs. However, it operates whether the notebook is not an acceptable option. HP Notebook LidSwitch Policy The opportunity for the absolute minimum system BIOS required by each platform. 3 Since the purpose of this scenario is operating on AC ...self-test increases its greatest when an end user is accessible via the notebook's F10 Setup Tools menu. Note: Either test may be applied to download the latest BIOS update. HP recommends the latest system BIOS upgrade be aborted at http://welcome.hp.com/country/us /en/support....
Installing Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 on HP Compaq Business Notebooks
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...at www.hp.com and burned onto a CD-R or CD-RW Note The HP Support Software CD is available through Windows update, as a one-time purchase. Check the current ROM BIOS using the current operating system (OS). - If docked, undock the unit. 2. Compare the current ROM version date to ... follow the steps below. - Failure to ensure that you do not have the most recent version, install the latest system ROM BIOS. Preparing for each PC • Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 o SP2 is updated monthly and available by pressing Fn+Esc after the OS boots. - To check and upgrade ROM...
...at www.hp.com and burned onto a CD-R or CD-RW Note The HP Support Software CD is available through Windows update, as a one-time purchase. Check the current ROM BIOS using the current operating system (OS). - If docked, undock the unit. 2. Compare the current ROM version date to ... follow the steps below. - Failure to ensure that you do not have the most recent version, install the latest system ROM BIOS. Preparing for each PC • Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 o SP2 is updated monthly and available by pressing Fn+Esc after the OS boots. - To check and upgrade ROM...
HP Compaq Business Notebook nc4010 software overview
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HP Compaq Business Notebook nc4010 software overview Abstract ...2 Highlights ...2 Operating systems ...2 Microsoft Windows 2000 ...2 Microsoft Windows XP Professional...5 ROM BIOS update ...7 Software delivery...7 HP Support Software CD...7 HP Worldwide Website and download facility 8 HP Restore CDs...8 Software enhancements...9 HP Client Manager Software ...9 Video ...10 Audio ...10 ...
HP Compaq Business Notebook nc4010 software overview Abstract ...2 Highlights ...2 Operating systems ...2 Microsoft Windows 2000 ...2 Microsoft Windows XP Professional...5 ROM BIOS update ...7 Software delivery...7 HP Support Software CD...7 HP Worldwide Website and download facility 8 HP Restore CDs...8 Software enhancements...9 HP Client Manager Software ...9 Video ...10 Audio ...10 ...
HP Compaq Business Notebook nc4010 software overview
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...BIOS update The ROM BIOS version that will initially ship on the nc4010 is available either through customer support or from Standby mode when Bluetooth was enabled. • Resolves issue involving the Wireless button opening the language menu in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, and Japanese. Key drivers and utilities for HP commercial notebook..., desktop, and workstation computers. Software delivery Delivery methods for software updates available for HP commercial computers include: • HP Support...
...BIOS update The ROM BIOS version that will initially ship on the nc4010 is available either through customer support or from Standby mode when Bluetooth was enabled. • Resolves issue involving the Wireless button opening the language menu in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, and Japanese. Key drivers and utilities for HP commercial notebook..., desktop, and workstation computers. Software delivery Delivery methods for software updates available for HP commercial computers include: • HP Support...
HP Compaq Business Notebook nc4010 software overview
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... and modem/NIC combination devices used in select configurations Provides a convenient method for the TouchPad pointing device Provides users with HP Compaq nc4010 models. The Driver Recover CD provides drivers, utilities, and applications that is used in select docking station models Enables the... configurations and supports Intel PCI NIC that are shipped with 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 test hardware components Enables the...
... and modem/NIC combination devices used in select configurations Provides a convenient method for the TouchPad pointing device Provides users with HP Compaq nc4010 models. The Driver Recover CD provides drivers, utilities, and applications that is used in select docking station models Enables the... configurations and supports Intel PCI NIC that are shipped with 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 test hardware components Enables the...
HP Compaq Business Notebook nc4010 software overview
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...are introduced? Some customers may choose different applications and utilities than those provided by HP. 12 No, many customers have been updated to the same versions that support new hardware features or will make reasonable efforts to maintain a consistent software image on the nc4000... The preinstall image and ROM BIOS on ("unbundling"). How will be limited to http://www.compaq.com/pcn. This has been the only change significantly if new models are being manufactured be viewed on new nc4010 notebook family products. Is the nc8000 preinstall image also compatible with ...
...are introduced? Some customers may choose different applications and utilities than those provided by HP. 12 No, many customers have been updated to the same versions that support new hardware features or will make reasonable efforts to maintain a consistent software image on the nc4000... The preinstall image and ROM BIOS on ("unbundling"). How will be limited to http://www.compaq.com/pcn. This has been the only change significantly if new models are being manufactured be viewed on new nc4010 notebook family products. Is the nc8000 preinstall image also compatible with ...
HP Compaq Business Notebook nc4010, nc6000, nc8000 software update
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...) N/A 3.00 B 9.00 A 1.00 B 2.00 B 5.34 C (CD) 1.4.2 7.00 C 3.00 J HP Compaq nc6000 1.00 A 5.00 K (preloaded) 5.00 A 3.00 B 9.00 A 1.00 B 2.00 B 6.11 A (CD) 1.4.2 7.5 D 3.00 H HP Compaq nc8000 1.00 A 5.00 K (preloaded) 5.00 A 3.00 B 9.00 A 1.00 B 2.00 B 6.11 A (CD) 1.4.2 7.5 D 3.00 H ROM BIOS Update The ROM BIOS version shipping on the nc8000 with ATI Radeon 9600 video chipset (nc6000 models only) Software...
...) N/A 3.00 B 9.00 A 1.00 B 2.00 B 5.34 C (CD) 1.4.2 7.00 C 3.00 J HP Compaq nc6000 1.00 A 5.00 K (preloaded) 5.00 A 3.00 B 9.00 A 1.00 B 2.00 B 6.11 A (CD) 1.4.2 7.5 D 3.00 H HP Compaq nc8000 1.00 A 5.00 K (preloaded) 5.00 A 3.00 B 9.00 A 1.00 B 2.00 B 6.11 A (CD) 1.4.2 7.5 D 3.00 H ROM BIOS Update The ROM BIOS version shipping on the nc8000 with ATI Radeon 9600 video chipset (nc6000 models only) Software...
HP Compaq Business Notebook nc4010, nc6000, nc8000 software update
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... made available for select HP Compaq nc4010, nc6000, and nc8000 notebooks models. Are images developed on the nc4010 with HP Compaq nc4010 models. HP Restore CDs Restore CDs are available from the HP Download website at www.hp.com. HP Support Software CD The Support Software CD (SSCD) includes updated drivers and utilities for driver...
... made available for select HP Compaq nc4010, nc6000, and nc8000 notebooks models. Are images developed on the nc4010 with HP Compaq nc4010 models. HP Restore CDs Restore CDs are available from the HP Download website at www.hp.com. HP Support Software CD The Support Software CD (SSCD) includes updated drivers and utilities for driver...
HP Compaq Business Notebook nc6000 and nc8000 software overview
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... docking station models Provides added functionality for the TouchPad pointing device Provides users with 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 boot 8
... docking station models Provides added functionality for the TouchPad pointing device Provides users with 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 boot 8
HP Compaq notebook common image white paper
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... A 5.00 K (preloaded) N/A 3.00 B 9.00 A 1.00 B 2.00 B 5.34 C (CD) 1.4.2 7.00 C 3.00 J HP Compaq nc6000 1.00 A 5.00 K (preloaded) 5.00 A 3.00 B 9.00 A 1.00 B 2.00 B 6.11 A (CD) 1.4.2 7.5 D 3.00 H HP Compaq nc8000 1.00 A 5.00 K (preloaded) 5.00 A 3.00 B 9.00 A 1.00 B 2.00 B 6.11 A (CD) 1.4.2 7.5 D 3.00 H ROM BIOS Update The ROM BIOS version shipping on the nc6000 with this new image is version F.0E...
... A 5.00 K (preloaded) N/A 3.00 B 9.00 A 1.00 B 2.00 B 5.34 C (CD) 1.4.2 7.00 C 3.00 J HP Compaq nc6000 1.00 A 5.00 K (preloaded) 5.00 A 3.00 B 9.00 A 1.00 B 2.00 B 6.11 A (CD) 1.4.2 7.5 D 3.00 H HP Compaq nc8000 1.00 A 5.00 K (preloaded) 5.00 A 3.00 B 9.00 A 1.00 B 2.00 B 6.11 A (CD) 1.4.2 7.5 D 3.00 H ROM BIOS Update The ROM BIOS version shipping on the nc6000 with this new image is version F.0E...
HP Compaq notebook common image white paper
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...BIOS on the SSCD. Are images developed on the computer. New features that are available from an authorized dealer. For customers without Web access, the HP Software Support CD Kit is available either through the Web. Key drivers and utilities for select HP Compaq nc4010, nc6000, and nc8000 notebooks models. The latest software updates... are preinstalled on the nc4000 compatible with HP Compaq nc4010 models.
...BIOS on the SSCD. Are images developed on the computer. New features that are available from an authorized dealer. For customers without Web access, the HP Software Support CD Kit is available either through the Web. Key drivers and utilities for select HP Compaq nc4010, nc6000, and nc8000 notebooks models. The latest software updates... are preinstalled on the nc4000 compatible with HP Compaq nc4010 models.
HP ProtectTools Security Manager
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... modules. We have collaborated extensively on embedded security published online (ftp://ftp.compaq.com/pub/products/security/embedded_security__implementation.pdf). It addresses TPM embedded security chip key...be used for the Credential Manager single sign-on modules? HP business PCs and business notebooks will also support large scale deployment of TPM embedded security chips by...HP ProtectTools has been designed to be scripted. Business notebooks that feature a TPM embedded security chip require a BIOS update that enables security chip key management and roaming. Credential...
... modules. We have collaborated extensively on embedded security published online (ftp://ftp.compaq.com/pub/products/security/embedded_security__implementation.pdf). It addresses TPM embedded security chip key...be used for the Credential Manager single sign-on modules? HP business PCs and business notebooks will also support large scale deployment of TPM embedded security chips by...HP ProtectTools has been designed to be scripted. Business notebooks that feature a TPM embedded security chip require a BIOS update that enables security chip key management and roaming. Credential...
Software Guide
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... For more information, see "Altiris Solutions" later in this chapter. Altiris PC Transplant Pro; Intelligent Manageability Software Management and Updates HP provides several tools for asset management. ■ PC health check monitoring and diagnostics. ■ Web-accessible reporting of business critical ...details such as machines with thermal warnings, and memory alerts. ■ Remote updating of system software such as device drivers and ROM BIOS. ✎ Additional ...
... For more information, see "Altiris Solutions" later in this chapter. Altiris PC Transplant Pro; Intelligent Manageability Software Management and Updates HP provides several tools for asset management. ■ PC health check monitoring and diagnostics. ■ Web-accessible reporting of business critical ...details such as machines with thermal warnings, and memory alerts. ■ Remote updating of system software such as device drivers and ROM BIOS. ✎ Additional ...
Software Guide
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.... For more information, visit the HP Web site at : http://www.hp.com/go/easydeploy. On selected desktop and notebook models, an Altiris management agent is used in conjunction with System Software Manager or the HP Client Manager, administrators can be...BIOS and device driver software from a central repository, known as part of the preloaded software. System Software Manager System Software Manager (SSM) lets you to preserve old settings, preferences, and data and migrate them to -follow wizards. Altiris PC Transplant Pro Altiris PC Transplant Pro allows you remotely update...
.... For more information, visit the HP Web site at : http://www.hp.com/go/easydeploy. On selected desktop and notebook models, an Altiris management agent is used in conjunction with System Software Manager or the HP Client Manager, administrators can be...BIOS and device driver software from a central repository, known as part of the preloaded software. System Software Manager System Software Manager (SSM) lets you to preserve old settings, preferences, and data and migrate them to -follow wizards. Altiris PC Transplant Pro Altiris PC Transplant Pro allows you remotely update...
Software Guide
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... software as they become available. Access the updates through the Computer Setup utility) the ROM versions currently installed on the notebook. 2. Download and install the updates. ✎ The notebook system ROM stores the BIOS. Prepare for any software updates, especially system ROM updates. Software Guide 9-1 The BIOS determines how the notebook hardware interacts with the operating system and external...
... software as they become available. Access the updates through the Computer Setup utility) the ROM versions currently installed on the notebook. 2. Download and install the updates. ✎ The notebook system ROM stores the BIOS. Prepare for any software updates, especially system ROM updates. Software Guide 9-1 The BIOS determines how the notebook hardware interacts with the operating system and external...