5 Installing the VCA on Windows operating systems
VCA for Windows requirements
The VCA can be used in conjunction with HP SIM and the VCRM. The options must be configured
for full functionality. The installation of the VCA requires that you specify a certified login with
a VCRM. When specified, VCAs can determine the versions of HP software and firmware installed
on each individual system and compare the version with the latest software or firmware and
baseline definitions available in the VCRM. The following diagram illustrates a logical order for
the initial VCA installation process on a Windows operating system.
System requirements
To install the VCA on a Windows system, the system must meet the following minimum
requirements.
Supported hardware and software
• Supported operating systems
— Windows Server 2003 with Service Pack 2
— Windows Server 2003 R2
— Windows Server 2003, Service Pack 1
— Windows Server 2003 ES for 64-bit Extended Systems (starting with the ProLiant Support
Pack 7.2 and later)
— Windows Server 2003 64-bit Enterprise Edition
• Server software
— TCP/IP installed
— SMH installed (starting with the ProLiant Support Pack 7.2 and later)
• Hardware
— ProLiant Server
— Integrity Server (rx1620, rx2600, rx2620, rx4640, rx5670, rx7620, rx8620, Superdome)
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