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Reinstalling the EVM Host Agent

Situations may arise where a change in the EVM network requires a change to EVM server information stored by the EVM host agent. For example:

The Management Appliance is renamed or replaced.

The Management Appliance IP address changes.

The EVM server software is moved to a different Management Appliance.

A network name changes.

A host computer is reassigned for use with a different Management Appliance. For these situations, reinstalling the EVM host agent may be appropriate.

Two reinstallation methods exist:

One-step Reinstallation

Two-step Reinstallation

CAUTION: Make sure that all personnel involved with using applicable storage systems that contain EVM are informed of the impending EVM reinstallation. If not properly planned and coordinated, reinstalling an EVM host agent while involved in a running EVM job can result in reduced operational capabilities and loss of data.

One-step Reinstallation

With this method, reinstall the EVM host agent using Chapter 2. When prompted, allow the installation script to remove the existing host agent.

Two-step Reinstallation

With this method, remove the EVM host agent using Chapter 3. Then reinstall the EVM host agent using the procedure in Chapter 2.

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HP Enterprise Volume Manager Software Reinstalling the EVM Host Agent, One-step Reinstallation, Two-step Reinstallation

Enterprise Volume Manager Software specifications

HP Enterprise Volume Manager (EVM) Software is a robust solution designed to optimize storage management for enterprise environments. This innovative software addresses the complexities of managing data across diverse storage systems while enhancing performance, scalability, and efficiency.

One of the key features of HP EVM is its ability to centralize storage management. By providing a unified interface, it streamlines administrative tasks, enabling IT teams to manage storage resources from a single console. This centralization not only simplifies operations but also reduces the potential for human error, leading to more reliable data management.

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Scalability is another hallmark of HP EVM. The software is designed to grow with an organization's needs, supporting a wide array of storage devices, from traditional disk systems to flash storage. This flexibility ensures that enterprises can adapt to evolving data demands and technological advancements without overhauling existing infrastructure.

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