1.2 Intelligent Manageability
Intelligent Manageability consists of preinstalled software tools for the
computer and Compaq servers that assist in tracking, troubleshooting,
protecting, and maintaining the computer. It provides the following
functions:
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Asset Management: provides detailed configuration and diagnostic
information.
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Fault Management: prevents, predicts, and alerts of impending
hardware problems.
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Security Management: protects unauthorized access to data and
components.
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Configuration Management: optimizes the computer by providing the
latest drivers, utilities, and software, which are available on CD ROM
and the Compaq Web site at www.compaq.com/support/portables.
NOTE: For further help with Intelligent Manageability, select Start à
Compaq Information Center à Intelligent Manageability
Accessing the Web Agent
The computer may have a preinstalled Web Agent that allows computer
configuration information to be viewed using Web technology. To
access this feature, select Start à Compaq Information Center à Insight
Web Management.
If the computer does not have a preinstalled Web Agent, it can be
downloaded from the Compaq Web site at www.compaq.com.
Asset Management
Asset Management enables component information to be retrieved when
on the road or connected to the network.
Asset Management also enables the network administrator to remotely
retrieve information from any Compaq computer connected to the
network. The information can be used to assist in tracking and
maintaining the computer and its components. It provides the following
information:
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