
Software tools and solutions 58
Version control
The VCRM and VCA are Web-enabled Insight Management Agents tools that HP SIM uses to facilitate
software update tasks.
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VCRM manages the repository for Windows and Linux PSPs. Administrators can browse a graphical
view of the PSPs or configure VCRM to automatically update the repository with internet downloads
of the latest software from HP.
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VCA compares software versions and updates. Administrators can configure VCA to point to a
repository managed by VCRM.
For more information about version control tools, refer to the
HP Systems Insight Manager Help Guide
and the
Version Control User Guide
on the HP Systems Insight Manager website
(
http://www.hp.com/go/hpsim
).
Resource Paqs
Resource Paqs are operating system-specific packages of tools, utilities, and information for HP servers
running certain Microsoft® or Novell operating systems. The Resource Paqs include utilities to monitor
performance, software drivers, customer support information, and white papers on the latest server
integration information. Refer to the Enterprise Partnerships website
(
http://h18000.www1.hp.com/partners
), select
Microsoft
or
Novell
, depending on the operating
system, and follow the link to the appropriate Resource Paq.
ProLiant Support Packs
PSPs represent operating system-specific bundles of ProLiant optimized drivers, utilities, and management
agents. Refer to the PSP website
(
http://h18000.www1.hp.com/products/servers/management/psp.html
).
Operating system version support
Refer to the operating system support matrix (
http://www.hp.com/go/supportos
).
SoftPaqs
SoftPaqs are software utilities (such as diagnostics and configuration utilities), software upgrades,
ROMPaqs (firmware upgrades), and fixes that resolve software problems or provide workarounds. Refer
to the Software and Drivers Download website (
http://h18007.www1.hp.com/support/files/server
).
Change control and proactive notification
HP offers Change Control and Proactive Notification to notify customers 30 to 60 days in advance of
upcoming hardware and software changes on HP commercial products.
For more information, refer to the HP website
(
http://h18023.www1.hp.com/solutions/pcsolutions/pcn.html
).
Care Pack
HP Care Pack Services offer upgraded service levels to extend and expand standard product warranty
with easy-to-buy, easy-to-use support packages that help you make the most of your server investments.
Refer to the Care Pack website (
http://www.hp.com/hps/carepack/servers/cp_proliant.html
).