Logical servers

including security recommendations, summary of included products, and documentation roadmap, see HP Insight Software 6.2 Getting Started Guide.

•Insight Dynamics can be installed on the following types of CMS running HP-UX:

—HP Integrity server

—HP Integrity server blade

—virtual machine running under HP Integrity Virtual Machines

For installation on a CMS running HP-UX, see HP Insight Dynamics 6.2 Integrity CMS Installation and Configuration Guide.

The following sections summarize the major software components of Insight Dynamics. For more information, see the user guides and other documents listed in “Related information”

(page 29). Help is also available within the software by clicking the button in the upper right of most screens.

HP Insight Virtualization Manager software

Virtualization Manager provides the framework for visualizing your virtual server environment. All of the systems and workloads that you are authorized to view are displayed in graphical views. The hierarchical relationships between systems is displayed in the Visualization View. Different perspectives can be selected to customize this view. The Workload View shows the workloads running under servers. Both views show current utilization metrics, allowing you to easily monitor the operational status of the resources managed by Insight Dynamics.

With Virtualization Manager, you can perform the following tasks:

•Customize the level of detail that you want to see

•Easily access additional Insight Dynamics capabilities to manage and configure systems and workloads

•Inventory your virtual and physical servers

•Centrally configure your server resources for optimum utilization

Launch Virtualization Manager from HP SIM in any of the following ways:

•From the HP SIM menu bar, choose Tools→Virtualization Manager...

•From the HP SIM Systems and Event Collections list in the left navigation area, choose

Systems→Shared→Systems by Type→All VSE Resources, or expand the All VSE Resources collection by clicking its icon, then choose a subset such as nPartitions

•Create a custom HP SIM collection whose default view is set to “VSE”, and choose that collection in the left navigation area

For more information about Virtualization Manager, see the HP Insight Virtualization Manager

6.2Software with Logical Server Management User Guide, available at http://www.hp.com/go/ insightdynamics/docs.

A logical server is a set of configuration information that you create, activate and move across physical and virtual machines. It contains the logical server definition and description, including the server compute resources (for example, number of CPU cores and amount of memory), and the server connections to storage fabric and networks.

A logical server is managed within Virtualization Manager and, when activated, is applied to the creation of a virtual machine using hypervisor-based software or to a bare-metal server blade using HP Virtual Connect Enterprise Manager. Logical servers can be defined using the Create Logical Server wizard or created and activated via the import of an existing server blade or virtual machine.

The Logical Servers feature in Virtualization Manager allows you to perform tasks such as the following:

6Introduction to HP Insight Dynamics

INSIGHT DYNAMICS T8671-91017 specifications

HP Insight Dynamics T8671-91017 is a powerful management tool specifically designed for optimizing data center environments. This comprehensive solution provides a holistic view of the infrastructure, enabling organizations to effectively manage resources, workloads, and applications, thereby maximizing efficiency and performance.

One of the standout features of HP Insight Dynamics is its ability to deliver intelligent resource allocation. The tool utilizes advanced analytics to assess workload demands and automatically redistribute resources as necessary. This dynamic capacity management ensures that critical applications receive the necessary performance levels while minimizing waste.

The solution is built on a foundation of robust technologies, including virtualization and real-time monitoring. By integrating with HP's virtualization products, Insight Dynamics allows organizations to leverage their existing infrastructure and seamlessly deploy virtual machines. This not only reduces hardware costs but also enhances operational flexibility. The real-time monitoring capability provides administrators with up-to-the-minute insights into resource utilization, helping them identify bottlenecks and optimize performance.

HP Insight Dynamics features predictive analytics that assist in planning for future capacity needs. By analyzing historical data and trends, the tool can forecast requirements, enabling organizations to make informed decisions about scaling their infrastructure. This proactive approach helps in avoiding potential performance issues before they arise.

Another significant characteristic of the T8671-91017 is its user-friendly interface. With intuitive dashboards and reports, users can quickly access relevant information and gain insights into their environment. This ease of use is essential for organizations that may not have specialized IT staff on hand, ensuring that all users can benefit from the tool's capabilities.

Security is also a critical aspect of HP Insight Dynamics. The solution integrates with existing security protocols and provides features that help safeguard sensitive data while maintaining compliance with industry standards.

Overall, HP Insight Dynamics T8671-91017 is an essential tool for modern data center management. By combining intelligent resource allocation, advanced analytics, user-friendly design, and robust security, this solution empowers organizations to streamline operations, enhance performance, and drive continuous improvement in their IT environments.