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Table 17: Key Management Components (continued) Tool HP BladeSystem Interconnect Switch configuration and management software F5 Networks Big-IP Blade Controller software Function ProLiant BL Interconnect Switches provide both command line and Web-based interfaces for configuration and management of interconnect switches within server blade enclosures. For more information, refer to: HP BladeSystem p-Class GbE and GbE2 Interconnect Switches at http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/se rvers/proliant-bl/p-class/20p/bl-pinterconnect-switch.html The F5 Big-IP Blade Controller software provides load balancing and L3-7 traffic management functions for the ProLiant BL system environment. The software, once installed on a server blade, converts the server blade into an F5 Big-IP appliance. The HP BladeSystem System Common Procedures Guide provides setup instructions and uses the F5 software in several common operational tasks. Where to Find Ships with HP BladeSystem p-Class Interconnect Switch Kits. Optional software available from F5 Networks, Inc., at http://www.f5.com A license from F5 Networks is required. HP BladeSystem p-Class operating system installation options The operating system for a server blade may be deployed using one of the following options: • RDP for installation of the operating system on one or many blades simultaneously from a centralized deployment console • iLO with Advanced Pack features enables installation of an operating system using the iLO remote console and virtual floppy or virtual CD-ROM features • Directly cable KVM and removable media devices to a server blade using the local I/O cable (not supported on all server blade models.) Operating system support For the most current versions of operating systems supported on the HP BladeSystem p-Class solution, visit http://www.hp.com/go/ossupport 34