Managing And Updating Software; Hp Client Automation (Select Models Only); Hp Ssm (System Software Manager) - HP EliteBook User Manual

Managing and updating software

HP provides several tools for managing and updating software on client computers:
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HP Client Automation (select models only)

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HP SSM (System Software Manager)

HP Client Automation (select models only)
HP Client Automation automates the management of software such as operating systems, programs,
software updates, and content and configuration settings to ensure that each computer is maintained
in the correct configuration. With these automated management solutions, you can manage software
throughout the life cycle of the computer.
HP Client Automation enables you to perform the following tasks:
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Collecting hardware and software inventory across multiple platforms
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Preparing a software package and conducting impact analysis prior to distribution
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Targeting individual computers, workgroups, or entire populations of computers for deployment
and maintenance of software and content according to policies
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Provisioning and managing operating systems, applications, and content on distributed computers
from any location
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Integrating HP Client Automation with help desks and other system management tools for
seamless operations
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Leveraging a common infrastructure for management of software and content on standard
computing devices across any network for all enterprise users
● Scaling to meet enterprise needs
HP SSM (System Software Manager)
HP SSM (System Software Manager) lets you remotely update system-level software on multiple
systems simultaneously. When executed on a client computer, SSM detects versions of both hardware
and software, and then updates designated software from a central repository, known as a file store.
Driver versions that are supported by SSM are denoted with a special icon on the HP driver download
Web site and on the Support Software CD. To download the SSM utility or to obtain more information
on SSM, see the HP Web site at
144 Chapter 15 Management and Printing
http://www.hp.com/go/ssm (English only).