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Compaq ProLiant 6000 Setup and Installation Guide
For use with Pentium II Xeon and Pentium III Xeon processor-based servers only
Writer: Sam Ogden Project: Compaq ProLiant 6000 Setup and Installation Guide Comments: 312237-003 (February 1999)
File Name: B-CH01.DOC Last Saved On: 2/10/99 2:36 PM
COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED
Server Configuration and
Management
Compaq offers an extensive set of features and tools to support effective server
configuration and management. Some are:
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Compaq SmartStart
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Compaq System Configuration Utility
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Compaq Insight Manager
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Compaq Integrated Management Log
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Compaq Integrated Remote Console
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Compaq Integrated Management Display
Compaq SmartStart
SmartStart, which is located on the SmartStart and Support Software CD, is the
intelligent way to configure your Compaq server with Microsoft, Novell, and
SCO system software. SmartStart uses a step-by-step process to configure the
server and to load the system software, thereby achieving a well-integrated
server that ensures maximum dependability and supportability. The SmartStart
and Support Software CD also holds the Compaq System Configuration Utility.
For information concerning SmartStart, refer to the Server Setup and
Management pack included in the shipping box.
Compaq System Configuration Utility
The Compaq System Configuration Utility performs a wide range of
configuration activities, including the following:
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Configures I/O expansion boards automatically
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Provides switch and jumper settings
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Resolves resource conflicts in areas such as memory, port addresses, and
interrupts (IRQs)
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Manages the installation of memory, processor upgrades, and mass
storage devices such as hard drives and tape drives