Overview of the HP ProLiant Cluster F100

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HP SmartStart CD

SmartStart is a software package that provides a streamlined process for the installation of operating systems, and provides key system software, such as drivers, utilities, diagnostic tools, and ROM updates. SmartStart also provides automated methods for configuring server settings.

HP SmartStart is located on the HP SmartStart CD included in the ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack shipped with ProLiant servers. HP recommends using SmartStart to configure the F100 cluster nodes. SmartStart uses a step-by- step process to configure the operating system and load the system software. For information concerning SmartStart, refer to the ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack.

For more information about using SmartStart to install the F100 cluster nodes, refer to SmartStart installation (on page 25) in this guide.

Array Configuration Utility

The ACU is a Web-based configuration utility available for some servers that makes it easy to configure and expand the disk drive arrays. The ACU is available on the SmartStart CD or the HP Modular SAN Array 1000 Support Software CD.

ProLiant Support Packs

PSPs represent operating system specific bundles of ProLiant optimized drivers, utilities, and management agents. Refer to the PSP website (http://h18000.www1.hp.com/products/servers/management/psp.html).