Hp Client Automation Agent; Hp Client Manager - HP Compaq 6005 Pro Business PC Maintenance & Service Manual

The best deployment method depends on your information technology environment and processes.
ROM-based setup and ACPI hardware provide further assistance with recovery of system software,
configuration management and troubleshooting, and power management.

HP Client Automation Agent

The management agent used by both HP Client Automation Standard and Enterprise Editions is pre-
loaded on the computer. When installed, it enables communication with the HP management console.
To install the HP Client Automation Agent:
1. Click Start.
2. Click All Programs.
3. Click HP Manageability.
4. Click the HP Management Agent Readme applicable to the language you desire.
5. Review and follow the instructions contained in the Readme file to install the HP Client Automation
Agent.
HP Client Automation Agent is a key infrastructure component for enabling all of the HP Client
Automation solutions. To learn about the other infrastructure components necessary for implementing
the HP configuration management solutions, please visit
index.html.

HP Client Manager

HP Client Manager (HPCM) is a free solution developed by Symantec for all supported HP business
desktop, notebook, workstation and HP Blade PCs. HPCM integrates HP specific tools such as System
Software Manager, HP Instant Support Professional Edition, and HP Client Management Interface to
enable a centralized model for the managing, tracking, and monitoring of all supported HP hardware.
HP Client Manager 7.0 features a brand new Portal Page which serves as a one-stop-shop where the
administrator can accomplish the following management tasks:
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Inventory
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Alerts
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BIOS Management
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Driver Updates
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Perform HP Instant Support Health Scan and Diagnostics
● Perform Embedded Security tasks
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View the overall HP Health Alert Trend over the last 3-6 months
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View the overall compliance of supported computers with HP Instant Support Health Scan and
Diagnostics
● View the Summary of HP Computers – a breakdown of the various supported desktops, notebooks,
workstations and HP Blade PCs
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View Alerts: Asset, Threshold, Hardware Health
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