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Drivers
IMPORTANT: Always perform a backup before installing or updating device drivers.
Update drivers using any of the following Smart Update Solutions:
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Download the latest Service Pack for ProLiant (includes Smart Update Manager)
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Create a custom SPP download
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Download Smart Update Manager for Linux
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Download specific drivers
To locate the drivers for a server, go to the Hewlett Packard Enterprise Support Center website, and
then search for the 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:
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Download the SPP from the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website (http://www.hpe.com/servers/spp/
download).
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Download individual drivers, firmware, or other system software components from the server product page
in the Hewlett Packard Enterprise Support Center website (http://www.hpe.com/support/hpesc).
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:
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Private or hybrid cloud computing
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Big data and mobility requirements
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Improving data center infrastructure
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Better use of server, storage, and networking technology
For more information, see the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website:
http://www.hpe.com/services/consulting
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