HP Netserver E Server series - Manual (Page 65)

Chapter 8 Configuring the HP NetServer
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HP Management Solutions
HP Management Solutions is a comprehensive suite of utilities, applications, and
built-in features to manage NetServers locally or from remote locations. If you are
unfamiliar with these products or concepts,
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Go to the Management Web site on the HP Web Site at
http://www.hp.com/go/netserver_mgmt
to view information on HP TopTools and all NetServer management
options for your NetServer.
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Read the HP NetServer Server Management Reference Guide included
with your NetServer. This guide covers TopTools and all other NetServer
management utilities and options for the NetServer.
HP TopTools
HP TopTools is the browser-based management software that provides remote
administration and monitoring of critical NetServer components. TopTools (with
the NetServer component) provides vital information for the fastest
troubleshooting and proactive management of your HP NetServers. Processors,
memory, storage, and NICs are a few examples of the components managed by
TopTools.
Some of the features of TopTools include:
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Notification of problems with key hardware components, including
memory, disk drives, SCSI controllers, and NICs
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Unified event log to review a complete history of NetServer activity in one
place
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Predictive disk problem warning backed by HP’s pre-failure warranty
replacement
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Disk capacity threshold alert and usage tracking
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View of critical NetServer inventory information, such as the BIOS
version, driver and firmware versions, PCI slot contents, and serial and
parallel ports
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Easy linkage with leading management platforms, including HP OpenView
Network Node Manager and Computer Associates’ Unicenter TNG and
Tivoli products