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2 Installing and configuring VCEM
This chapter describes how to install and configure VCEM.
IMPORTANT: This guide assumes that you have previously installed Virtual Connect using the
integrated Virtual Connect Manager, have read the HP Virtual Connect for c-Class BladeSystem
User Guide, and understand its concepts.
Preparing for a VCEM installation
If you have VCEM 1.10 or earlier, you must first upgrade to VCEM 1.20 or later using the HP
Insight Software DVDs to ensure the correct installation, compatibility, and operation of all
components. VCEM 6.2 can be installed as a new application or used to directly update installations
of VCEM 1.20, 1.3x, 1.40, 6.0 and 6.1.
Installation prerequisites
This section describes the hardware and software prerequisites for installing VCEM and related
components. For a full list of Insight Software requirements see the HP Insight Software Support
Matrix.
Hardware requirements
Table 2-1 “Hardware requirements” lists the Insight Software Insight Control CMS hardware
installation requirements.
Table 2-1 Hardware requirements
Specification Component
HP ProLiant BladeSystem c-Class or p-Class server blades,
HP ProLiant ML or DL 300, 500, and 700 G3 or later
recommended to host HP Systems Insight Manager and
VCEM. Servers
At least 4 GB RAM recommended). If you are installing HP
Insight Dynamics software, 6-8 GB is recommended. Memory
Minimum 1.6 GHz (2 GHz or faster recommended). Processor
At least 10 GB for HP Systems Insight Manager, VCEM,
and database storage. Additional space is needed for
storing more comprehensive Insight Software configurations
that include server deployment and other Insight Software
plug-ins. Disk space
New Technology File System (NTFS) File structure
Local or mapped DVD drive required for software
installation DVD
Software requirements
Table 2-2 “ Software requirements ” lists operating systems and related components that are
required to install and operate VCEM.
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