Toptools Remote Control - HP D7171A - NetServer - LPr Installation Manual

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TopTools features include:
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Notification of problems with key hardware components, including
memory, disk drives, SCSI controllers, NICs, and power supplies, as well
as problems with temperature and voltage.
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Unified event log to review a complete history of HP NetServer activity.
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Predictive disk problem warning backed by HP pre-failure warranty
replacement.
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Disk capacity threshold alert and usage tracking.
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View critical HP 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 Workgroup Node Manager.
TopTools is included with every L-Series HP NetServer and should be installed to
help your service provider troubleshoot your system. TopTools is located on the
HP TopTools CD-ROM included with the server.
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See the HP NetServer Management Reference Guide for detailed
installation instructions.
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You can also download the TopTools software and documentation from
the NetServer Web Site at:
http://netserver.hp.com/toptools
Click the Download Now link to download the software.

TopTools Remote Control

TopTools Remote Control is a management function bundled with the
HP NetServer, and embedded into the system board. It enables remote LAN
or modem-based server management and alerting through a pager or e-mail
for improved remote administration of your NetServer.
TopTools Remote Control provides:
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Remote monitoring of critical HP NetServer components, regardless of
system state.
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Troubleshooting and problem resolution, regardless of system state.
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Pager or e-mail notification of critical HP NetServer events to alert you of
problems.
Configuring the HP NetServer
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