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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...1. Managing the hardware and software on client computers can be challenging and often requires that allows HP workstations, business PCs, and notebook computers running Microsoft Windows to keep track of the computer hardware deployed within the enterprise as well as the version of... computers such as upgrading the BIOS firmware or performing diagnostics. From the Altiris Console window, you can obtain information from a central location. It's often difficult to be visited individually for tasks such as workstations, business PCs, and notebooks. To help solve these problems...
...1. Managing the hardware and software on client computers can be challenging and often requires that allows HP workstations, business PCs, and notebook computers running Microsoft Windows to keep track of the computer hardware deployed within the enterprise as well as the version of... computers such as upgrading the BIOS firmware or performing diagnostics. From the Altiris Console window, you can obtain information from a central location. It's often difficult to be visited individually for tasks such as workstations, business PCs, and notebooks. To help solve these problems...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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...of 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. HPCM will install the drivers only on your non-HP client computers. • Health monitoring: ... the predefined action that you can be downloaded to ensure that include the ProtectTools embedded security chip. Note: This requires HPCM 6.1 SP1. BIOS Flash: HPCM can use HPCM to visit each particular driver. HPCM can also monitor the status of these events using one of the pre...
...of 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. HPCM will install the drivers only on your non-HP client computers. • Health monitoring: ... the predefined action that you can be downloaded to ensure that include the ProtectTools embedded security chip. Note: This requires HPCM 6.1 SP1. BIOS Flash: HPCM can use HPCM to visit each particular driver. HPCM can also monitor the status of these events using one of the pre...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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...Wizard provides an easy method to -date. • Improved WMI event handling on newer desktops and workstations (notebooks coming soon) 4 Furthermore, HPCM provides a rich set most BIOS settings that are encouraged to download and install HPCM 6.1 from a central location, you remotely set of HPCM..., hardware health, and low battery. • Collection of test results. - SSM, Diagnostics) used in HPCM 6.1 • Improved BIOS information collection - Run a system health scan that can display exactly the information you are currently available via F10 Setup on hp.com needed...
...Wizard provides an easy method to -date. • Improved WMI event handling on newer desktops and workstations (notebooks coming soon) 4 Furthermore, HPCM provides a rich set most BIOS settings that are encouraged to download and install HPCM 6.1 from a central location, you remotely set of HPCM..., hardware health, and low battery. • Collection of test results. - SSM, Diagnostics) used in HPCM 6.1 • Improved BIOS information collection - Run a system health scan that can display exactly the information you are currently available via F10 Setup on hp.com needed...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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... from this database. Information reported 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 The SoftPaq Filestore is stored in a database (Microsoft's SQL database or, for evaluation purposes, Microsoft's MSDE database). Figure 3. Understanding how HPCM works Understanding HPCM...
... from this database. Information reported 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 The SoftPaq Filestore is stored in a database (Microsoft's SQL database or, for evaluation purposes, Microsoft's MSDE database). Figure 3. Understanding how HPCM works Understanding HPCM...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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... Filestore on the HPCM Server. 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 each of your client machines. 10 Figure 7. Updating system software HPCM allows you to completely...
... Filestore on the HPCM Server. 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 each of your client machines. 10 Figure 7. Updating system software HPCM allows you to completely...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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... individually visit and reboot each BIOS setting step-by computer model. BIOS setting administration wizard Note: The BIOS settings that HPCM can change the BIOS settings that can be presented with the actual BIOS settings that you can modify, as shown in Figure 8. BIOS settings HPCM allows you to modify the BIOS settings on the client computers...
... individually visit and reboot each BIOS setting step-by computer model. BIOS setting administration wizard Note: The BIOS settings that HPCM can change the BIOS settings that can be presented with the actual BIOS settings that you can modify, as shown in Figure 8. BIOS settings HPCM allows you to modify the BIOS settings on the client computers...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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... centrally and view detailed client information. HPCM will help increase your efficiency and productivity in order to perform tasks like running diagnostics or changing the BIOS settings. These benefits will help lower your IT costs as well as your overall cost of ownership. 15 Summary HPCM should be a welcome addition to...
... centrally and view detailed client information. HPCM will help increase your efficiency and productivity in order to perform tasks like running diagnostics or changing the BIOS settings. These benefits will help lower your IT costs as well as your overall cost of ownership. 15 Summary HPCM should be a welcome addition to...
HP ProtectTools: Authentication technologies and suitability to task
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... so, provide a higher level of smart cards, authentication requires that smart card. When such a policy is enabled, the BIOS will proceed through system startup and ultimately boot to authentication devices 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. Pros Can enable stronger device and user authentication Integrated into ...
... so, provide a higher level of smart cards, authentication requires that smart card. When such a policy is enabled, the BIOS will proceed through system startup and ultimately boot to authentication devices 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. Pros Can enable stronger device and user authentication Integrated into ...
HP Compaq notebook single image white paper
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.... Failure to ensure that violates Microsoft license agreements. Undock the unit. 2. Installation - Connect AC power. 4. Check the current ROM BIOS using the current operating system (OS). - HP cannot be downloaded from the HP website www.hp.com. This section provides guidelines for...installation. See Appendix A for those who use the preinstalled image of HP Drivers and Enhancements" Optionally, the software can also download all PC card devices. 3. Preparing for each system, follow the steps below. - Start the system using Computer Setup or by annual subscription ...
.... Failure to ensure that violates Microsoft license agreements. Undock the unit. 2. Installation - Connect AC power. 4. Check the current ROM BIOS using the current operating system (OS). - HP cannot be downloaded from the HP website www.hp.com. This section provides guidelines for...installation. See Appendix A for those who use the preinstalled image of HP Drivers and Enhancements" Optionally, the software can also download all PC card devices. 3. Preparing for each system, follow the steps below. - Start the system using Computer Setup or by annual subscription ...
HP Compaq notebook single image white paper
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... 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. 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. Remove the primary...
... 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. 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. Remove the primary...
HP Compaq notebook single image white paper
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HP System Information window appears which includes the System BIOS information. 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...." Click Start→All Programs→Accessories→System Tools→System Information under Windows XP. 2. Scroll through the list until the BIOS Version/Date information appears. Make note of the window. If the ROM requires upgrading and the ROMPaq diskette is not available, see "...
HP System Information window appears which includes the System BIOS information. 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...." Click Start→All Programs→Accessories→System Tools→System Information under Windows XP. 2. Scroll through the list until the BIOS Version/Date information appears. Make note of the window. If the ROM requires upgrading and the ROMPaq diskette is not available, see "...
Hardware and Software Guide
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Contents ProtectTools Security Manager (Select Models Only) . 7-24 Credential Manager for ProtectTools 7-24 BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools 7-25 Smart Card Security for ProtectTools 7-26 Optional Security Cable 7-27 8 MultiBoot Default Boot Sequence 8-2 Enabling Bootable Devices in Computer Setup 8-4 Boot ...
Contents ProtectTools Security Manager (Select Models Only) . 7-24 Credential Manager for ProtectTools 7-24 BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools 7-25 Smart Card Security for ProtectTools 7-26 Optional Security Cable 7-27 8 MultiBoot Default Boot Sequence 8-2 Enabling Bootable Devices in Computer Setup 8-4 Boot ...
Hardware and Software Guide
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... change the brightness level incrementally. Using Hotkeys with External Keyboards The following table describes how certain hotkeys are used on external keyboards: Notebook Keys External Keyboard Keys fn+esc scroll lock+scroll lock+esc* fn+f4 scroll lock+scroll lock+f4* fn+f8 scroll lock...to change the brightness level incrementally. Press fn+esc a second time to display information about system hardware components and software version numbers. The BIOS date may display in a decimal format, such as 10/19/2004 F.07. Displaying System Information (fn+esc) Press fn+esc to...
... change the brightness level incrementally. Using Hotkeys with External Keyboards The following table describes how certain hotkeys are used on external keyboards: Notebook Keys External Keyboard Keys fn+esc scroll lock+scroll lock+esc* fn+f4 scroll lock+scroll lock+f4* fn+f8 scroll lock...to change the brightness level incrementally. Press fn+esc a second time to display information about system hardware components and software version numbers. The BIOS date may display in a decimal format, such as 10/19/2004 F.07. Displaying System Information (fn+esc) Press fn+esc to...
Hardware and Software Guide
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..."Optional Security Cable" section in Computer Setup. The procedures for using Computer Setup, you must use the keys on your notebook to navigate and make selections. Because Computer Setup is configured in Computer Setup. Security To Protect Against Use This Security Feature ...Chapter 9, "Computer Setup." When using Computer Setup to the BIOS settings and other Computer Setup features, refer to Chapter 9, "Computer Setup." Computer Setup is a non-Windows utility accessed by pressing f10 when the notebook is started or restarted. Hardware and Software Guide 7-3 Security ...
..."Optional Security Cable" section in Computer Setup. The procedures for using Computer Setup, you must use the keys on your notebook to navigate and make selections. Because Computer Setup is configured in Computer Setup. Security To Protect Against Use This Security Feature ...Chapter 9, "Computer Setup." When using Computer Setup to the BIOS settings and other Computer Setup features, refer to Chapter 9, "Computer Setup." Computer Setup is a non-Windows utility accessed by pressing f10 when the notebook is started or restarted. Hardware and Software Guide 7-3 Security ...
Hardware and Software Guide
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... Credential Manager for ProtectTools has security features that provide protection against unauthorized access to your notebook, including the following : ■ Credential Manager for ProtectTools ■ BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools ■ Smart Card Security for ProtectTools Depending on your notebook model, add-on modules may be preinstalled, preloaded, or downloaded from the HP Web...
... Credential Manager for ProtectTools has security features that provide protection against unauthorized access to your notebook, including the following : ■ Credential Manager for ProtectTools ■ BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools ■ Smart Card Security for ProtectTools Depending on your notebook model, add-on modules may be preinstalled, preloaded, or downloaded from the HP Web...
Hardware and Software Guide
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...boot to drives other than the primary hard drive. ✎ Many of the features in Computer Setup. Security BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools BIOS Configuration for additional information. Hardware and Software Guide 7-25 For more information, refer to system security features that ...are also available in BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools online Help. With BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools, you can ■ Manage power-on user passwords and administrator passwords. ■ ...
...boot to drives other than the primary hard drive. ✎ Many of the features in Computer Setup. Security BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools BIOS Configuration for additional information. Hardware and Software Guide 7-25 For more information, refer to system security features that ...are also available in BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools online Help. With BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools, you can ■ Manage power-on user passwords and administrator passwords. ■ ...
Hardware and 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 9, "Computer Setup." ■ Set and change the password used with Credential Manager for ProtectTools. ■ Work... with the BIOS to enable optional smart card authentication in a preboot environment, and to configure separate smart cards for ProtectTools online Help. 7-26 Hardware and ...
...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 9, "Computer Setup." ■ Set and change the password used with Credential Manager for ProtectTools. ■ Work... with the BIOS to enable optional smart card authentication in a preboot environment, and to configure separate smart cards for ProtectTools online Help. 7-26 Hardware and ...
Hardware and Software Guide
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... at http://www.hp.com/go/easydeploy. It provides ■ Detailed views of system software such as device drivers and ROM BIOS. ✎ Additional functionality can be added when HP CMS is used with optional Altiris Solutions software (purchased separately). HP CMS ...provides superior hardware management capabilities 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...
... at http://www.hp.com/go/easydeploy. It provides ■ Detailed views of system software such as device drivers and ROM BIOS. ✎ Additional functionality can be added when HP CMS is used with optional Altiris Solutions software (purchased separately). HP CMS ...provides superior hardware management capabilities 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...
Hardware and Software Guide
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... the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with the hardware devices, and provides for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the computer. 11 Software Update and Recovery Software Updates To stay current with the newest... to a network, it is recommended that you consult with your network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. ✎ The computer system BIOS is stored on your computer model, product category, and series or family. Prepare for data transfer among hardware devices, ...
... the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with the hardware devices, and provides for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the computer. 11 Software Update and Recovery Software Updates To stay current with the newest... to a network, it is recommended that you consult with your network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. ✎ The computer system BIOS is stored on your computer model, product category, and series or family. Prepare for data transfer among hardware devices, ...
