HP ProLiant XL220a Gen8 v2-Server - Manual (Page 41)

Software and configuration utilities 41
HP Insight Diagnostics Offline Edition performs various in-depth system and component testing while the OS
is not running. To run this utility, boot the server using Intelligent Provisioning (on page
40 ).
HP Insight Diagnostics Online Edition is a web-based application that captures system configuration and
other related data needed for effective server management. Available in Microsoft Windows and Linux
versions, the utility helps to ensure proper system operation.
For more information or to download the utility, see the HP website (
http://www.hp.com/servers/diags ). HP
Insight Diagnostics Online Edition is also available in the SPP (" HP Service Pack for ProLiant " on page 43 ).
HP Insight Diagnostics survey functionality
HP Insight Diagnostics (on page 40 ) provides survey functionality that gathers critical hardware and software
information on ProLiant servers.
This functionality supports operating systems that are supported by the server. For operating systems
supported by the server, see the HP website (
http://www.hp.com/go/supportos ).
If a significant change occurs between data-gathering intervals, the survey function marks the previous
information and overwrites the survey data files to reflect the latest changes in the configuration.
Survey functionality is installed with every Intelligent Provisioning-assisted HP Insight Diagnostics installation,
or it can be installed through the SPP (" HP Service Pack for ProLiant " on page 43 ).
Erase Utility
CAUTION: Perform a backup before running the Erase Utility. The utility sets the system to its
original factory state, deletes the current hardware configuration information, including array
setup and disk partitioning, and erases all connected hard drives completely. Before using this
utility, see the instructions in the HP Intelligent Provisioning User Guide.
Use the Erase Utility to erase drives and Active Health System logs, and to reset RBSU settings. Run the Erase
Utility if you must erase the system for the following reasons:
• You want to install a new operating system on a server with an existing operating system.
• You encounter an error when completing the steps of a factory-installed operating system installation.
To access the Erase Utility, click the Perform Maintenance icon from the Intelligent Provisioning home screen,
and then select Erase.
For more information about the Erase Utility, see the HP Intelligent Provisioning User Guide on the HP website
( http://www.hp.com/go/intelligentprovisioning/docs ).
HP Insight Remote Support software
HP strongly recommends that you register your device for remote support to enable enhanced delivery of
your HP Warranty, HP Care Pack Service, or HP contractual support agreement. HP Insight Remote Support
supplements your monitoring continuously to ensure maximum system availability by providing intelligent
event diagnosis, and automatic, secure submission of hardware event notifications to HP, which will initiate
a fast and accurate resolution, based on your product’s service level. Notifications may be sent to your
authorized HP Channel Partner for onsite service, if configured and available in your country.
For more information, see HP Insight Remote Support and Insight Online Setup Guide for ProLiant Gen8
Servers and BladeSystem c-Class Enclosures on the HP website (
http://www.hp.com/go/enterprise/docs ).