User guide

Server Configuration and Utilities
ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack
The ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack contains the essential software every
customer needs to install, configure, and manage ProLiant servers as part of an
adaptive infrastructure.
Ships as Standard
The foundation of an adaptive infrastructure is built upon the software contained in
the ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack, which is provided with all ProLiant servers
at no charge. This software is an intrinsic component of every ProLiant solution.
Single Source
The Foundation Pack provides all the essential software needed to set up a reliable,
well-integrated, fully managed server. It includes the Management CD, which
contains the Intelligent Manageability products, including HP SIM, Management
Agents, and ActiveUpdate. For ProLiant DL585 servers, the Foundation Pack also
includes the SmartStart CD, which contains the SmartStart application and system
utilities and operating system support software. Appropriate instructions on how to
use the enclosed CDs as well as where to obtain additional information and any
required licenses are also provided to complete the Foundation Pack.
Regular Updates
The latest version of the software in the Foundation Pack can be accessed by visiting
the website:
http://www.compaq.com/manage
Complementing the Foundation Pack, you can also find and download several extra
tools there including:
• SmartStart Scripting Toolkit - extending the power of SmartStart across large-
scale deployments of hundreds or thousands of servers
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