HP ProLiant Gen9 Servers User Manual

Table 1 Regular expression attributes
SMBIOS attributeAttribute name
SMBIOS product name (dmidecode — string system-product-name)product_name
SMBIOS serial number (smidecode — string system-serial-number)product_serial
SMBIOS uuid (dmidecode — string system-id)product_uuid
ROM family (dmidecode — string bios-version)bios_family
For example, to configure a mirror that serves different SPPs for different types of servers, you can
add the product_name attribute to the redirect commands in the index.xml file. In the following
example, the DL380 servers access spp-version1 while the DL580 servers access spp-version2.
<?xml version=”1.0” encoding=”UTF-8”?>
<hp_manifest schema_version=”1.0.0.0”>
<index>
<include
src=”http://myserver/spp-version1”
type=”redirect”
product_name=”.*dl380.*”
/>
<include
src=”http://myserver/spp-version2”
type=”redirect”
product_name=”.*dl580.*”
/>
<include
src=”http://myserver/ipupdate-1.00”
type=”redirect”
/>
</index>
</hp_manifest>
Using the HP USB Key Utility
The HP USB Key Utility is a Windows application that copies Intelligent Provisioning or HP SPP
contents, and other CD or DVD images to a USB flash drive. After copying data to the USB flash
drive, you can run Intelligent Provisioning or SPP from the USB flash drive instead of from a CD or
DVD. This process is beneficial in headless-server operations. It also simplifies the storage,
transportation, and usage of the contents by allowing you to retrieve their images from the web
and customize them as needed.
Features
The HP USB Key Utility supports:
• ISO files larger than 1 GB.
• Quick Formatting on USB flash drives.
• USB flash drives up to a maximum of 32 GB. USB flash drives larger than 32 GB are not
displayed in the utility.
Prerequisites
Installing applications onto a USB flash drive requires a supported source CD, DVD, or ISO, and
a USB flash drive with adequate storage space for storing the source contents. The USB Key Utility
requires a USB 2.0 flash drive with a storage size larger than the media or ISO image (2 GB or
greater).
76 Advanced topics

HP ProLiant Gen9 Servers Specifications

General

Brand	HP
Model	ProLiant Gen9 Servers
Category	Server
Language	English

Summary

Introduction to HP Intelligent Provisioning

Overview of Intelligent Provisioning

Provides an overview of Intelligent Provisioning, its purpose, and features.

Navigating Intelligent Provisioning

Explains how to navigate the Intelligent Provisioning interface using icons.

Initial Configuration and Registration Tasks

Setting Intelligent Provisioning Preferences

Configure interface language, network settings, and system date/time.

Activating Intelligent Provisioning

Activate or disable the Intelligent Provisioning feature during server POST.

Registering for Insight Remote Support

Register the server for HP remote support to enable event diagnosis and submission.

Reinstalling Intelligent Provisioning

Instructions for reinstalling Intelligent Provisioning using the latest ISO.

Server Configuration and OS Installation

Supported OS Installation Methods

Details supported OS families, install methods, source media, and formats.

Hardware Settings Configuration

Configure global settings like power management, software updates, and array configuration.

OS Selection and Information

Select OS family, edition, installation method, and provide OS-specific details.

Reviewing Installation Settings

Review the selected hardware and OS settings before proceeding with installation.

Enabling Virtual Install Disk (VID)

Procedure to enable or disable the Virtual Install Disk (VID).

Performing Server Maintenance

Downloading Active Health System Data

Download AHS logs for problem resolution and analysis by HP support.

Updating Firmware

Find and apply the latest firmware for the server and installed options.

Setting Intelligent Provisioning Preferences

Change basic Intelligent Provisioning preferences like language, network, and update settings.

Using Deployment Settings

Create and deploy server configuration packages for multiple servers.

Using HP Smart Storage Administrator (HP SSA)

Utility for offline configuration, management, and diagnostics of HP Smart Array products.

Using HP Insight Diagnostics

Perform comprehensive system and component tests for hardware diagnostics.

Using Quick Configs

Set power management policies through Intelligent Provisioning without UEFI access.

Using iLO Configuration Utility

View and change iLO settings directly through Intelligent Provisioning.

Using HP Insight Remote Support

Register or unregister the server for HP remote support services.

Using License Management

Activate iLO License Pack and HP SmartCache License Pack.

Using the Erase Utility

Clear hard drives and Active Health System logs, or reset RBSU settings.

Advanced Topics

Creating an Intelligent Provisioning Update Mirror

Set up a local mirror for software and firmware updates to speed up deployment.

Using the HP USB Key Utility

Copy Intelligent Provisioning or SPP contents to a USB flash drive for bootable use.

Troubleshooting Issues

Troubleshooting General Issues

Addresses common installation and operational issues with Intelligent Provisioning.

Troubleshooting OS-Specific Issues

Provides solutions for problems encountered with Windows, Linux, and VMware OS installations.

Customer Advisories

Lists additional problem-solving information and relevant advisories.

Support and Resources

Contacting HP Support

Information and resources required when contacting HP technical support.

Accessing HP Support Materials

How to access updates and product entitlements via the HP Support Center.

Related Information and Documentation

Links to related user guides and documentation for further information.

Documentation Feedback

Providing Feedback to HP

Instructions on how to submit feedback, errors, or suggestions for documentation.