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Chapter 10 Configuring the HP NetServer HP Integrated Remote Assistant Your HP NetServer comes with a built in product called the HP Integrated Remote Assistant (referred to as Integrated RA). Integrated RA combines intelligent hardware and software for your NetServer that provides administrators with instant notification of NetServer operations and events. The HP Integrated RA performs most of the same functions as the TopTools Remote Control Card, except it uses an ASCII interface, can only be accessed through a modem connection and does not provide e-mail notification. For details on setup and configuration of Integrated RA, refer to the HP NetServer Online Documenation CD-ROM or the Remote Administrator Guide included with your system. Integrated RA consists of: • Built-in Integrated RA Features - Remote management features are incorporated in the system board circuitry. Your HP NetServer includes a processor that permits server access independent of the NetServer's operating status. The Management Port on your NetServer allows serial (either modem or direct) communications with a remote PC or terminal. The Integrated RA can continue to monitor your NetServer even if it has been powered down, as long as the NetServer remains plugged in. • Remote Server Control and Management - A management application stored in firmware provides for remote server control and management. HP Integrated RA features include console redirection, power switch control, event logging, and pager notification. An administrator can use the management software to transfer files between the NetServer and remote client and run DOS utilities on the NetServer. For example, you can remotely update the HP NetServer's BIOS. • Integrated RA Configuration Utility - This DOS-based utility allows you to tailor NetServer operations for you particular requirements. You can use the utility to setup parameters for pager alerts and to enter administrator names for operation from different remote clients. • Optimized Windows-based Terminal Emulation Software (pcANYWHERE32 from Symantec Corporation) - This software allows an administrator to easily connect to Integrated RA from a remote PC to monitor NetServer status, run diagnostics, or remotely take over server operations. An administrator can also use any ANSI terminal emulator or a dedicated terminal to communicate with the NetServer and run the management application. 110