Software and configuration utilities
Product QuickSpecs
For more information about product features, specifications, options, configurations, and compatibility, see
the product QuickSpecs on the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website.
Supported operating systems and drivers matrix
To validate the minimum supported Operating System for a system platform, go to the Hewlett Packard
Enterprise website:
http://www.hpe.com/info/ossupport
To download the latest device drivers, go to the Hewlett Packard Enterprise Support Center website:
http://www.hpe.com/support/hpesc
HPE iLO
iLO is a remote server management processor embedded on the system boards of HPE ProLiant and
Synergy servers. iLO enables the monitoring and controlling of servers from remote locations. HPE iLO
management is a powerful tool that provides multiple ways to configure, update, monitor, and repair
servers remotely. iLO (Standard) comes preconfigured on HPE servers without an additional cost or
license.
Features that enhance server administrator productivity are licensed. For more information, see the iLO
documentation on the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website.
Active Health System
The HPE Active Health System provides the following features:
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Combined diagnostics tools/scanners
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Always on, continuous monitoring for increased stability and shorter downtimes
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Rich configuration history
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Health and service alerts
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Easy export and upload to Service and Support
The Active Health System monitors and records changes in the server hardware and system
configuration. The Active Health System assists in diagnosing problems and delivering rapid resolution if
server failures occur.
The Active Health System collects the following types of data:
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Server model
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Serial number
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Processor model and speed
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Storage capacity and speed
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Memory capacity and speed
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Firmware/BIOS
Active Health System does not collect information about Active Health System users' operations,
finances, customers, employees, partners, or data center, such as IP addresses, host names, user
names, and passwords. Active Health System does not parse or change operating system data from
third-party error event log activities, such as content created or passed through by the operating system.
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