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- HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 1
Scenarios 5 Outline of the Migration Process 5 Backup the Server 5 Determine Hard Drive Space Requirements 5 Disable Startup Settings .......... 6 Compaq Software Support Diskette Installation Overview 8 Migration Scenario 1 10 Migration Scenario 2 14 Migration Scenario 3 17 Migration - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 2
, ProSignia, Systempro/XL, Net1, LTE Elite, Vocalyst, PageMate, SoftPaq, FirstPaq, SolutionPaq, EasyPoint, EZ Help, MaxLight, MultiLock, QuickBlank, QuickLock, UltraView, Innovate logo, Wonder Tools logo in black/white and color, and Compaq PC Card Solution logo are trademarks and/or service marks - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 3
for diskless Windows and DOS clients • Improved support for remote clients with Remote Access Services (RAS) • Improved interoperability with NetWare servers through Gateway (and Client) Services for NetWare • Expanded support for graphics and multimedia • Better networking and security management - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 4
the Windows NT Server 3.51 Domain controller. You can eliminate this problem by first upgrading the Primary Domain Controller. • If you are upgrading without Compaq SmartStart, you must install the Compaq Support Software, (which updates or installs Compaq device drivers and support software) after - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 5
3.51 support (SSD) • Disable startup options /services • Upgrade Windows NT Server • Upgrade non-Microsoft drivers • Re-install disabled options/services • Install the SSD • Re-install the Compaq Insight Manager Agents • Install the Microsoft Service Pack Backup the Server Compaq highly recommends - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 6
enabled. Compaq recommends that you disable certain Service and Device Startup settings before beginning a Windows NT Server 4.0 migration. This can reduce the number of warnings similar to the following message from displaying during the installation process: At least one service or driver failed - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 7
with SNMP Service in step #4. Disabling Compaq ProLiant Storage System and Compaq Systems Management Services Devices You must disable the Compaq ProLiant Storage System setting before you upgrade to Windows NT 4.0 to avoid Service Management errors. 1. Access the Windows NT Server Control Panel - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 8
Systems Management Service, repeat steps 1-3, replacing Compaq ProLiant Storage System with Compaq Systems Management Service in step #2. 5. Select Close to exit the Devices applet. NOTE: If you plan on maintaining both versions of Windows NT on your server, do not disable the Compaq SCSI Device - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 9
467A/0197 WHITE PAPER (cont.) ... Select the Express button, which installs or upgrades the appropriate drivers depending on your hardware configuration. The following screen is a sample display of the SSD Express selection. Select the update button to continue the SSD installation - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 10
your server completely, including the Registry. 2. Obtain the latest Compaq Support Software Disk (SSD 1.20 or higher). Obtain the latest SmartStart CD to obtain the latest Compaq Support utilities or consult the Compaq Web site (www.compaq.com). If you previously installed SNMP Service, disable - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 11
prompted; this starts the installation of Windows NT Server 4.0. Follow the instructions and remove the CD from the drive when you drivers, or − Press F3 to exit. Select Enter. If you choose to specify additional drivers, you must have the latest Compaq Support help. Press ESC to skip the file. 11 - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 12
the setup process continues to completion. NOTE: If you have the Compaq Smart SCSI Array Controller installed, a similar message might display. Press components. 19. Select the next button to upgrade the Windows Network Services. 20. Select the Finish button. The system restarts when the file - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 13
the SNMP Service, follow the instructions. It is necessary first to remove the SNMP services and then re-install them. 23. Install SSD 1.20, or later, select Express, update all the necessary components, and reboot the server. 24. Reboot the server. 25. Re-install the Compaq Insight Manager Agents - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 14
4-GB (RAID0) - No Fault Tolerance Compaq NetFlex-3 100 VG Controller Compaq SmartStart Windows NT Server 3.51, Windows NT Server 4.0 Windows NT SSD, version 1.19 and Compaq Insight Management Agents, version 3.10 or later If you previously installed the SNMP Service, disable it. See pages 6 - 7. If - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 15
you want to install. 9. Follow the instructions and reboot the system when you are prompted. IMPORTANT: Compaq and Microsoft recommend that you create an Emergency Repair Diskette. 10. When you are prompted, remove the diskette from the drive and restart the server. After you log on the first time - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 16
Service Control Manager states that at least one service or driver Service, follow the instructions. Remove the SNMP services and then re-install. 12. Install SSD 1.20, or later, select Express, update all the necessary components, and reboot the server. Do NOT update the HAL using the Compaq - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 17
1. Backup your server completely. 2. Obtain the latest Compaq Support Software Disk (SSD 1.20 or higher). Secure the latest SmartStart CD to obtain the latest Compaq Support utilities or consult the Compaq Web site (www.compaq.com). If you previously installed the SNMP Service, disable it. See - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 18
are prompted; this starts the installation of Windows NT Server 4.0. Follow the instructions and remove the CD from the drive when you then asked to enter additional driver information. You should have the latest Compaq Software Support Diskette (SSD 1.20 or for help. Press ESC to skip the file. 18 - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 19
the Compaq Smart service before starting. DHCP Server Service Control Manager states that at least one service or driver Services from the Control Panel icon, select the NETWORK applet, select the Services tab (next to the Identification tab), double click on the SNMP Service, follow the instructions - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 20
later The following is step-by-step instructions on upgrading to Window NT 4.0 on a Compaq ProLiant 5000. SSD 1.20 and Service Pack 5 were installed before the upgrade. 1. Backup your server and registry completely. 2. Obtain and install the latest Compaq Support Software Disk . Secure the latest - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 21
are prompted; this starts the installation of Windows NT Server 4.0. Follow the instructions and remove the CD from the drive when you are Select or press Enter, if you choose to specify additional drivers you must have the latest Compaq Support Software. 7. Press the Enter key to continue. The - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 22
to skip file, or − Press F1 for help. Press ESC to skip the file. 11. . NOTE: If you have the Compaq Smart SCSI Array Controller installed a button to continue. You may encounter a series of non-critical errors, in each button to upgrade the Windows Network Services. Setup prompts you to create - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 23
installed WINS. Service Control Manager states that at least one service or driver failed during Services tab (next to the Identification tab), double click on the SNMP Service, follow the instructions. Re-install the SNMP Service. Reboot the Server. 25. Reboot the server. 26. Re-install the Compaq - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 24
Event Log Destinations Select OK when complete to accept changes. Select Exit to Windows NT, remove the CD from the CD-ROM drive. Restart the server to implement the latest Compaq Insight Manager Agents. 24 - HP ProSignia 500 | Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 on Compaq Server - Page 25
and there are differences because of the specific hardware/software components of your system. Obtain and maintain the latest Compaq software support programs (SSD) and the latest Compaq Insight Manager Agents. Following the steps outlined in this paper should provide a smooth migration process. 25
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467A/0197
[January 1997]
Prepared By
Compaq Windows NT
Integration
Compaq Computer
Corporation
C
ONTENTS
Overview
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3
Windows NT Features
Not Affected by the
Migration
...........................
4
Considerations Before
Migrating
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4
Compaq Migration
Scenarios
..........................
5
Outline of the Migration
Process
.............................
5
Backup the Server
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5
Determine Hard Drive
Space Requirements
...............
5
Disable Startup Settings
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6
Compaq Software Support
Diskette Installation
Overview
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8
Migration Scenario 1
.............
10
Migration Scenario 2
.............
14
Migration Scenario 3
.............
17
Migration Scenario 4
.............
20
Upgrading the Compaq
Insight Management Agents ... 23
Summary
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25
Migrating to Microsoft Windows NT Server
4.0 on Compaq Servers
The information presented in this White Paper provides guidelines and requirements to
migrate Compaq Servers running Microsoft Windows NT Server Version 3.51 to
Microsoft Windows NT Server Version 4.0. This document presumes that you have a
thorough knowledge of Compaq Server products and the Microsoft Windows NT
operating system.
This White Paper includes information on:
•
New features and enhancements for Windows NT Server 4.0
•
Migration considerations
•
Four test migration scenarios
NOTE:
Compaq highly recommends that you read this White Paper from cover-to-cover
BEFORE proceeding with the upgrade process.