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Manageability

What manageability features are available on Microsoft Windows-based HP Personal Workstations?

HP Client Management Solutions help you simplify management of your workstations and reduce total ownership costs. These integrated solutions are a result of extensive work between HP and our partner, Altiris, a leading provider of manageability solutions. HP Client Manager Software is a free of charge download available with all HP Personal Workstations. It allows you to centrally track, monitor and manage the hardware aspects of HP client systems on your network. Other benefits include:

•Ability to get valuable hardware information such as CPU, memory, video and security settings

•Ability to monitor system health to fix problems before they occur

•Ability to install drivers and BIOS updates without visiting each workstation

•Ability to remotely configure BIOS and security settings

•Ability to automate processes to quickly resolve hardware problems

•Ability to gain local recovery

For more information on HP Client Management Solutions, go to: http://h20331.www2.hp.com/hpsub/cache/284018-0- 0-225-121.html?jumpis-ex_R2845_vanityim/goclientmanagr/ka011106

What is the HP Performance Tuning Framework?*

Your intelligent interface to the underlying power of HP Workstations, the HP Performance Tuning Framework (PFT) is an exclusive HP software innovation—including free with every HP Personal Workstation with a Microsoft® operating system. PTF gives you the ability to discover, optimize and manage your unique combination of hardware, graphics drivers, applications, operating system and other system resources—to help you maximize the performance and reliability of your workstation environment.

For more information on the HP Performance Tuning Framework, go to: http://h20331.www2.hp.com/hpsub/cache/285683-0-0-225-121.html

*Available on Microsoft Windows-based systems

Options and Modules

What options are available for For a complete list of all options for HP Workstations, go to: www.hp.com/accessories/workstations. the new HP xw4600

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Warranty and Support

What is the warranty and support for HP Workstations with Windows?

The standard warranty for the HP xw4600 Workstations is 3-3-3 (3-years parts, 3-years labor and 3-years next business day onsite).

What is the warranty and support for HP Workstations with Linux?

The warranty for HP Workstations with Linux is the standard 3-3-3 with ninety days of OS configuration and installation assistance.

Will HP stand behind Linux if I have problems?

HP is the first place for support. Hardware and software warranties for the workstations with Linux will be the same as that of the Windows workstations. Extended hardware warranties and software support options are also available for purchase if you need extended coverage.

Why should I use HP support instead of Red Hat support?

HP Linux support services are available on a global basis. HP offers predictable multi-platform expertise providing you with a single vendor who can effectively support Linux and Windows environments. HP has leveraged its proven support processes and extensive UNIX expertise to open source environments. HP offers a full portfolio of Linux services, ranging from phone-in assistance through proactive and mission-critical services. In addition, global education, installation and integration services, and multi-vendor network services are available to meet Linux and multi-platform support.

©2008 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. Intel, Pentium and Intel Core are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. Linux is a U.S. registered trademark of Linus Torvalds. Microsoft Windows and Windows Vista are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Energy Star is a US registered mark of the United States Environmental Protection Agency.

To learn more, visit www.hp.com/go/workstations

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