Software And Firmware; Operating System Version Support; Hpe Pointnext Portfolio; Proactive Notifications - HPE ProLiant XL170r Gen10 User Manual

To locate the drivers for a particular server, go to the Hewlett Packard Enterprise Support Center
website, and then search for your product name/number.

Software and firmware

Update software and firmware before using the server for the first time, unless any installed software or
components require an older version.
For system software and firmware updates, use one of the following sources:
• Download the SPP from the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website.
• Download individual drivers, firmware, or other systems software components from the server product
page in the Hewlett Packard Enterprise Support Center website.

Operating system version support

For information about specific versions of a supported operating system, refer to the operating system
support matrix.

HPE Pointnext Portfolio

HPE Pointnext delivers confidence, reduces risk, and helps customers realize agility and stability. Hewlett
Packard Enterprise helps customers succeed through Hybrid IT by simplifying and enriching the on-
premise experience, informed by public cloud qualities and attributes.
Operational Support Services enable you to choose the right service level, length of coverage, and
response time to fit your business needs. For more information, see the Hewlett Packard Enterprise
website:
https://www.hpe.com/us/en/services/operational.html
Utilize the Advisory and Transformation Services in the following areas:
• Private or hybrid cloud computing
• Big data and mobility requirements
• Improving data center infrastructure
• Better use of server, storage, and networking technology
For more information, see the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website:
http://www.hpe.com/services/consulting

Proactive notifications

30 to 60 days in advance, Hewlett Packard Enterprise sends notifications to subscribed customers on
upcoming:
• Hardware, firmware, and software changes
• Bulletins
• Patches
• Security alerts
You can subscribe to proactive notifications on the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website.
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