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Insight Manager. A dedicated server is recommended to host both HP Systems Insight Manager and
HP Insight Remote Support Advanced.
Details for both versions are available on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/insightremotesupport
).
To download the software for free, go to Software Depot (http://www.software.hp.com
).
Select Insight Remote Support from the menu on the right.
Keeping the system current
Drivers
The server includes new hardware that may not have driver support on all operating system installation
media.
If you are installing a SmartStart-supported operating system, use the SmartStart software (on page 33)
and its Assisted Path feature to install the operating system and latest driver support.
NOTE: If you are installing drivers from the SmartStart CD or the Software Maintenance CD,
refer to the SmartStart website (http://www.hp.com/servers/smartstart
) to be sure that you
are using the latest version of SmartStart. For more information, refer to the documentation
provided with the SmartStart CD.
If you do not use the SmartStart CD to install an operating system, drivers for some of the new hardware
are required. These drivers, as well as other option drivers, ROM images, and value-add software can be
downloaded from the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support
).
IMPORTANT: Always perform a backup before installing or updating device drivers.
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).
HP Smart Update Manager
The HP Smart Update Manager enables system administrators to upgrade ROM images efficiently across
a wide range of servers and options. This tool has the following features:
• Works offline and online
• Supports Microsoft® Windows® and Linux operating systems
• Integrates with other software maintenance, deployment, and operating system tools
