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Chapter 10 Configuring the HP NetServer TopTools for HP NetServers HP TopTools for HP NetServers is browser-based management software that provides remote administration and monitoring of critical HP NetServer components. TopTools provides vital information for the fastest troubleshooting and proactive management of HP NetServers. Processors, memory, storage, and NICs are a few examples of the components managed by TopTools. Some of the features of TopTools include: • Notification of problems with key hardware components including memory, disk drives, SCSI controllers, NICs, and power supplies, as well as environmental problems with temperature and voltage • Unified event log to review a complete history of HP NetServer activity in one place • Predictive disk problem warning backed by HP pre-failure warranty replacement • Disk capacity threshold alert and usage tracking • View of critical HP NetServer inventory information such as the BIOS version, driver and firmware versions, PCI slot contents, and serial and parallel ports • Easy linkage with leading management platforms including HP OpenView Network Node Manager and Workgroup Node Manager • Support for DMI 2.0, which provides the same Desktop Management Interface inventory information for HP NetServers as for desktop PCs TopTools is included with every HP NetServer L series and should be installed to help your service provider troubleshoot your system. TopTools is located on HP TopTools CD-ROM included with the system. • See the HP NetServer Management Reference Guide for detailed installation instructions. • You can also download the TopTools software and documentation from the HP NetServer Web Site at http://www.hp.com/toptools TopTools Remote Control TopTools Remote Control is a separate management controller card bundled with the HP NetServer LXr 8500 and installed into the I/O baseboard. It enables remote 118