Video problems

43

Mouse and keyboard problems

44

Audio problems

45

Printer problems

45

Local I/O cable problems

45

Modem problems

45

Network controller problems

47

Software problems

49

Operating system problems and resolutions

49

Operating system problems

49

Operating system updates

50

Restoring to a backed-up version

51

When to Reconfigure or Reload Software

51

Linux operating systems

52

Application software problems

52

Software locks up

52

Errors occur after a software setting is changed

52

Errors occur after the system software is changed

52

Errors occur after an application is installed

52

Remote ROM flash problems

52

General remote ROM flash problems are occurring

52

Command-line syntax error

53

Access denied on target computer

53

Invalid or incorrect command-line parameters

53

Network connection fails on remote communication

53

Failure occurs during ROM flash

53

Target system is not supported

53

Software tools and solutions

54

Configuration tools

54

Array Configuration Utility

54

SmartStart software

54

SmartStart Scripting Toolkit

55

HP ROM-Based Setup Utility

55

Option ROM Configuration for Arrays

57

HP ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack

57

Re-entering the server serial number and product ID

57

Management CD

58

Management tools

58

Automatic Server Recovery

58

ROMPaq utility

58

Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition II

58

Integrated Lights-Out technology

58

Erase Utility

59

StorageWorks library and tape tools

59

HP Systems Insight Manager

59

Management Agents

59

HP ProLiant Essentials Virtualization Management Software

59

HP ProLiant Essentials Server Migration Pack - Physical to ProLiant Edition

60

HP BladeSystem Essentials Insight Control Data Center Edition

60

HP Control Tower

60

System Management homepage

61

USB support

61

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HP ProLight Server manual Software problems

ProLight Server specifications

The HP ProLiant server series is designed to deliver exceptional performance, scalability, and reliability for a variety of workloads, making it a popular choice among businesses of all sizes. Known for its robust architecture, the ProLiant series integrates cutting-edge technologies to support critical applications, virtualization, and cloud computing.

One of the defining features of HP ProLiant servers is their advanced management capabilities, facilitated by HP Integrated Lights-Out (iLO) technology. This embedded management tool offers remote access and monitoring capabilities, enabling IT administrators to oversee servers even when they are powered down. iLO provides essential features like firmware lifecycle management, power consumption monitoring, and system health checks, all of which simplify management and enhance uptime.

HP ProLiant servers leverage Intel's latest Xeon processors, which deliver impressive processing power and energy efficiency. The architecture supports multi-core processing, allowing for greater parallelism and improved operational efficiency. Furthermore, the series supports various memory configurations, with options for scalable and high-speed memory that can significantly enhance performance in memory-intensive applications.

Storage is another strength of the HP ProLiant series. The servers provide a range of storage options, including HDDs and SSDs, which enable organizations to configure systems to meet their performance and capacity requirements. HP’s Smart Array technology allows for advanced RAID capabilities, providing added data protection and redundancy, ensuring that critical information remains secure even during hardware failures.

HP ProLiant servers also focus on security, featuring built-in security technologies to protect against potential threats. Technologies such as silicon root of trust, secure boot, and firmware validation help safeguard server integrity from the ground up.

Scalability is essential for growing businesses, and the ProLiant series is designed to accommodate increasing workloads efficiently. Its modular architecture allows for seamless upgrades, ensuring that organizations can expand their infrastructure as needed without extensive downtime or resource expenditure.

In conclusion, the HP ProLiant server series blends performance, management, security, and scalability, making it a reliable choice for enterprise IT environments. With its robust features, advanced technologies, and focus on security and manageability, HP ProLiant servers provide businesses with the capability to meet their evolving IT demands effectively.