Diagnostic Tools 51
System Online ROM Flash Component Utility
The Online ROM Flash Component Utility enables system administrators to
efficiently upgrade system or controller ROM images across a wide range of
servers and array controllers. This tool has the following features:
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Works offline and online
Supports Microsoft®, Windows® 2000, Windows® Server 2003, Novell
Netware, and Linux operating systems
IMPORTANT: This utility supports operating systems that may not be
supported by the server. For operating systems supported by the
server, refer to the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/supportos
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Integrates with other software maintenance, deployment, and operating
system tools
Automatically checks for hardware, firmware, and operating system
dependencies, and installs only the correct ROM upgrades required by each
target server
To download the tool and for more information, refer to the HP website
(http://h18000.www1.hp.com/support/files/index.html
).
SmartStart Software
SmartStart is a collection of software that optimizes single-server setup,
providing a simple and consistent way to deploy server configuration. SmartStart
has been tested on many ProLiant server products, resulting in proven, reliable
configurations.
SmartStart assists the deployment process by performing a wide range of
configuration activities, including:
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Configuring hardware using embedded configuration utilities, such as RBSU
and ORCA
Preparing the system for installing "off-the-shelf" versions of leading
operating system software