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Chapter 10 Configuring the HP NetServer
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HP Integrated Remote Assistant
Your HP NetServer comes with a built in product called the HP Integrated
Remote Assistant (referred to as Integrated RA). Integrated RA combines
intelligent hardware and software for your NetServer that provides administrators
with instant notification of NetServer operations and events.
The HP Integrated RA performs most of the same functions as the TopTools
Remote Control Card, except it uses an ASCII interface, can only be accessed
through a modem connection and does not provide e-mail notification. For details
on setup and configuration of Integrated RA, refer to the HP NetServer Online
Documenation CD-ROM or the Remote Administrator Guide included with your
system.
Integrated RA consists of:
• Built-in Integrated RA Features – Remote management features are
incorporated in the system board circuitry. Your HP NetServer includes a
processor that permits server access independent of the NetServer's
operating status. The Management Port on your NetServer allows serial
(either modem or direct) communications with a remote PC or terminal.
The Integrated RA can continue to monitor your NetServer even if it has
been powered down, as long as the NetServer remains plugged in.
• Remote Server Control and Management – A management application
stored in firmware provides for remote server control and management. HP
Integrated RA features include console redirection, power switch control,
event logging, and pager notification. An administrator can use the
management software to transfer files between the NetServer and remote
client and run DOS utilities on the NetServer. For example, you can
remotely update the HP NetServer's BIOS.
• Integrated RA Configuration Utility – This DOS-based utility allows
you to tailor NetServer operations for you particular requirements. You can
use the utility to setup parameters for pager alerts and to enter
administrator names for operation from different remote clients.
• Optimized Windows-based Terminal Emulation Software
(pcANYWHERE32 from Symantec Corporation) – This software
allows an administrator to easily connect to Integrated RA from a remote
PC to monitor NetServer status, run diagnostics, or remotely take over
server operations. An administrator can also use any ANSI terminal
emulator or a dedicated terminal to communicate with the NetServer and
run the management application.