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Worldwide web site HP engineers rigorously test and debug software developed by HP and third-party suppliers, and develop operating system specific support software, to ensure performance, compatibility, and reliability for HP workstations. When making the transition to new or revised operating systems, it is important to implement the support software designed for that operating system. If you plan to run a version of Microsoft Windows that is different from the version included with the workstation, you must install corresponding device drivers and utilities to ensure that all features are supported and functioning properly. HP has made the task of locating, accessing, evaluating, and installing the latest support software easier. You can download the software from http://www.hp.com/support. The Web site contains the latest device drivers, utilities, and flashable ROM images needed to run the latest Microsoft Windows operating system on the HP workstation. Building blocks and partners HP management solutions integrate with other systems management applications, and are based on industry standards, such as: ● Web-Based Enterprise Management (WBEM) ● Windows Management Interface (WMI) ● Wake on LAN technology ● ACPI ● SMBIOS ● Pre-boot Execution Environment (PXE) support ● Alert Standard Format Asset tracking and security Asset tracking features incorporated into the workstation provide key asset tracking data that can be managed using HP Systems Insight Manager, HP Client Manager Software, or other system management applications. Seamless, automatic integration between asset tracking features and these products enables you to choose the management tool that is best suited to the environment and to leverage the investment in existing tools. HP also offers several solutions for controlling access to valuable components and information. ProtectTools Embedded Security, if installed, prevents unauthorized access to data, checks system integrity, and authenticates third-party users attempting system access. Security features such as ProtectTools and the Hood Sensor (Smart Cover Sensor) help to prevent unauthorized access to your data and to the internal components of the workstation. By disabling parallel, serial, or USB ports, or by disabling removable media boot capability, you can protect valuable data assets. Memory Change and Hood Sensor (Smart Cover Sensor) alerts can be automatically forwarded to system management applications to deliver proactive notification of tampering with a workstation's internal components. NOTE: ProtectTools, the Hood Sensor (Smart Cover Sensor), and the Hood Lock (Smart Cover Lock) are available as options on select systems. Use the following utilities to manage security settings on the HP workstation: ● Computer Setup (F10) Utility (local). ● HP Client Manager Software or System Software Manager (remote). This software enables the secure, consistent deployment and control of security settings from a simple command line utility. ENWW Desktop management 43

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Worldwide web site
HP engineers rigorously test and debug software developed by HP and third-party suppliers, and
develop operating system specific support software, to ensure performance, compatibility, and reliability
for HP workstations.
When making the transition to new or revised operating systems, it is important to implement the support
software designed for that operating system. If you plan to run a version of Microsoft Windows that is
different from the version included with the workstation, you must install corresponding device drivers
and utilities to ensure that all features are supported and functioning properly.
HP has made the task of locating, accessing, evaluating, and installing the latest support software easier.
You can download the software from
support
. The Web site contains the latest
device drivers, utilities, and flashable ROM images needed to run the latest Microsoft Windows operating
system on the HP workstation.
Building blocks and partners
HP management solutions integrate with other systems management applications, and are based on
industry standards, such as:
●
Web-Based Enterprise Management (WBEM)
●
Windows Management Interface (WMI)
●
Wake on LAN technology
●
ACPI
●
SMBIOS
●
Pre-boot Execution Environment (PXE) support
●
Alert Standard Format
Asset tracking and security
Asset tracking features incorporated into the workstation provide key asset tracking data that can be
managed using HP Systems Insight Manager, HP Client Manager Software, or other system
management applications. Seamless, automatic integration between asset tracking features and these
products enables you to choose the management tool that is best suited to the environment and to
leverage the investment in existing tools.
HP also offers several solutions for controlling access to valuable components and information.
ProtectTools Embedded Security, if installed, prevents unauthorized access to data, checks system
integrity, and authenticates third-party users attempting system access. Security features such as
ProtectTools and the Hood Sensor (Smart Cover Sensor) help to prevent unauthorized access to your
data and to the internal components of the workstation. By disabling parallel, serial, or USB ports, or by
disabling removable media boot capability, you can protect valuable data assets. Memory Change and
Hood Sensor (Smart Cover Sensor) alerts can be automatically forwarded to system management
applications to deliver proactive notification of tampering with a workstation’s internal components.
NOTE:
ProtectTools, the Hood Sensor (Smart Cover Sensor), and the Hood Lock (Smart Cover Lock)
are available as options on select systems.
Use the following utilities to manage security settings on the HP workstation:
●
Computer Setup (F10) Utility (local).
●
HP Client Manager Software or System Software Manager (remote). This software enables the
secure, consistent deployment and control of security settings from a simple command line utility.
ENWW
Desktop management
43