HP Deskpro ap230 Desktop Management Guide - Deskpro Workstation AP230 - Page 6

Initial Configuration and Deployment Compaq computers come with a preinstalled system software image. After a very brief software "unbundling" process, the computer is ready to be used. You may prefer to replace the preinstalled software image with a customized set of system and application software. There are several methods for deploying a customized software image. They include:
 Installing additional software applications after unbundling the preinstalled software image
 Using software deployment tools, such as Microsoft MS Batch or NT Distribution Share (NTDS), or Altiris eXpress to replace the preinstalled software with a customized software image
 Using a disk cloning process to copy the contents from one hard drive to another The best deployment method depends on your information technology environment and processes. The PC Deployment section of the Solutions and Services Web site (www.compaq.com/im/change) provides information to help you select the best deployment method. You'll also find guides and utilities to integrate with Microsoft or PXEbased deployment tools. The Compaq Restore CD, ROM-based setup, and ACPI-ready hardware provide further assistance with recovery of system software, configuration management and troubleshooting, and power management. Remote System Installation Remote System Installation allows you to start and set up your system using the software and configuration information located on a network server. The Remote System Installation feature is usually used as a system setup and configuration tool, and can be used for the following tasks:
 Deploying a software image on one or more new PCs.
 Formatting a hard drive.
 Installing application software or drivers.
 Updating the operating system, application software, or drivers. To initiate Remote System Installation, press F12 when the F12=Network Service Boot message appears in the lower-right corner 2 Desktop Management Guide