Viewing HP Systems Insight Manager events

gWLM allows you to configure a number of events you can monitor through System Insight Manager. Set these events in System Insight Manager as follows:

1.From the System Insight Manager menu bar, select: ToolsHP Matrix OE visualization...

2.Click the Shared Resource Domain tab.

3.From the HP Matrix OE visualization menu bar, select: ToolsGlobal Workload ManagerEvents…

After configuring these events, you can monitor them through the various Events items in the left pane of System Insight Manager. Also, the Shared Resource Domain View provides links to any uncleared gWLM events, filtering out all other events.

Monitoring gWLM with GlancePlus

You can use HP’s optional performance and monitoring tool GlancePlus to view data on workloads based on fss groups that are managed by gWLM. (Use GlancePlus C.03.35.00 or later. Also, you must have the bundle PRMLibraries C.03.03 or later installed. This bundle is available from http:www.hp.com/go/softwaredepot.)

GlancePlus has both a text interface (glance) and an X-Windows interface (gpm).

Items to be aware of when using GlancePlus:

Data is displayed only for workloads based on fss groups. Data for the workload with FSS ID 0 is shown without a name.

gWLM workloads are referred to as “PRM Groups” in GlancePlus.

The workload names displayed by GlancePlus might vary slightly from those used in gWLM due to differences in characters allowed in names.

GlancePlus data is in terms of shares percentages of CPU resources, whereas gWLM data is in terms of physical cores.

GlancePlus and gWLM use different methods for gathering resource utilization, so data between the products does not always match.

Data is not displayed for more than 64 workloads.

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UX 11i Workload Management (gWLM/WLM) Software specifications

HP-UX 11i Workload Management (gWLM/WLM) software is an integral component of HP's premier UNIX operating system, designed to enhance system performance and resource management across diverse workloads. This advanced tool allows system administrators to monitor, control, and allocate resources effectively to achieve optimal performance, reliability, and service levels in enterprise environments.

One of the main features of gWLM/WLM is its ability to classify workloads and manage them according to specific policies set by the administrator. By using service level objectives (SLOs), administrators can define the performance criteria for various applications and workloads. gWLM continuously tracks these workloads, ensuring that they adhere to the defined SLOs, thus maintaining a high level of application performance.

The software employs resource pools, which segment resources such as CPU, memory, and I/O bandwidth among different workloads based on predefined priorities. This capability ensures that critical applications receive the resources they require, even during peak usage periods, thereby preventing resource starvation that could lead to system slowdowns or crashes.

Another significant characteristic of gWLM/WLM is its real-time monitoring and reporting capabilities. The software provides detailed insights into resource utilization, workload performance, and system health. Administrators can access this information through a user-friendly interface, allowing for informed decision-making and proactive management.

Integration with HP Serviceguard adds another layer of functionality, enabling high availability for critical applications. gWLM can orchestrate workload migration to ensure that service levels are maintained, even in the event of hardware failures or resource contention.

The technology behind gWLM/WLM is built on advanced algorithms that leverage historical data and predictive modeling to optimize resource allocation dynamically. This means that as workloads change, the system can automatically adjust resource distribution to meet performance targets without the need for constant manual intervention.

gWLM also supports integration with various enterprise management tools, enabling administrators to implement comprehensive monitoring and management strategies across the IT infrastructure. The scalability of gWLM allows organizations of all sizes to benefit from its robust workload management features, ensuring that they can adapt to changing demands in their operational environments.

In summary, HP-UX 11i Workload Management software offers a sophisticated solution for optimizing resource utilization, managing workloads effectively, and maintaining high performance in complex enterprise environments. Its comprehensive features and technologies make it an essential tool for any organization seeking to enhance their IT operations.