HP ML530 Implementing Novell NetWare 6.5 on ProLiant servers integration note - Page 3

Introduction to Novell NetWare 6.5 Novell NetWare 6.5, the latest release of the NetWare 32-bit operating system, is built on the Novell NetWare 6 code base. NetWare 6.5 focuses on the end user by providing OneNet access from anywhere and any device. Applications currently supported on NetWare 6 are also supported on NetWare 6.5. Supported configurations Carefully review this document for the recommended system configuration and possible issues that you might encounter. Performing due diligence optimizes your resources and testing scenarios. Do not use this paper as your sole source of information. You should visit the NetWare 6.5 website, www.novell.com/products/netware65/, for additional information regarding this product. Recommended system configuration Table 2 lists the recommended system configuration established by Novell for NetWare 6.5. Table 2. Recommended system configuration Parameter Value Processor 550 MHz Pentium III or greater RAM 512 MB (OS only); 1 GB (OS and all applications) Monitor VGA or higher resolution Available disk space 1 GB DOS partition; 4 GB for OS and applications NOTE: HP has seen installation issues occur with some server ROM versions. Prior to installation, ensure that the latest server ROM has been installed on the server. Additionally, apply firmware updates to all devices in the server such as controllers and disk drives. ROM and driver updates for all HP products can be found at www.hp.com/cgi-bin/hpsupport/index.pl. 3