Smartstart Cd - HP 195294-001 - ProLiant - ML370R Setup And Installation Manual

SmartStart CD

The SmartStart CD is the recommended method for loading system software, thereby
achieving a well-integrated server and ensuring maximum dependability and
supportability. The SmartStart CD contains diagnostic utilities and ROMPaq tools.
IMPORTANT: Do not use the SmartStart CD to load system software if you purchased the
system with a factory-installed operating system. Refer to the Factory-Installed Operating
System Software User Guide for software installation guidelines.
SmartStart enables you to perform the following functions:
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Auto-detect and configure the server hardware and drive arrays.
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Install any major server operating system using packaged product CDs.
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Install the latest optimized drivers, ROMPaqs, and management agents.
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Deploy and maintain multiple servers using Integration Server.
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Create and copy standard server configuration scripts using the Scripting Toolkit
and Configuration Replication Utility.
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Test server hardware.
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Create support software diskettes that enable you to update the drivers.
For more information about SmartStart, refer to the documentation shipped with the
server.
HP ProLiant ML370 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide
Server Configuration and Utilities
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