HP-UX System Administrator's Guide: Overview

Process Resource Manager (PRM)
Technology Summary
Process Resource Manager (PRM) is a resource management tool used to control the
amount of resources that processes use during peak system load (when the server is
at 100% core, 100% memory, or 100% disk bandwidth utilization).
Processes and users are assigned to PRM Groups. The PRM Groups are then allocated
dedicated cores and memory. This both dedicates resources to the groups and isolates
the group’s members from using other system resources.
Tools to Administer/Configure
The Process Resource Manager can be configured using the HP System Management
Homepage or from a series of PRM management and configuration commands.
How to Obtain
The Process Resource Manager is included in the following operating environments
or can be purchased from an HP authorized reseller:
• BOE - Base Operating Environment
For Further Information
Detailed information about the Process Resource Manager is available on HP’s web
site from:
• The document: HP Process Resource Manager User's Guide on http://docs.hp.com.
• The official Process Resource Manager web site: http://www.hp.com/go/prm
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