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HP Toptools for Unicenter User Guide
3 Installing the CA Unicenter Platform Bridge Component
The platform bridge component must be installed on the Unicenter system following the installation of the server
bridge component on the Toptools server.
The Unicenter platform bridge component installation process consists of the following:
1. Prepare the Unicenter console for installation by following the steps listed in this section.
2. Run the platform bridge installation wizard.
3. Perform post-installation wizard steps for Unicenter as specified in “Step-by-Step Instructions”.
3.1 Preparing the Unicenter System
In addition to having a properly installed and functioning CA Unicenter for Windows version 2.4 or 3.0 system, the
platform bridge component requires the installation of Microsoft Internet Explorer version 4.01 or greater. Refer to
the “Requirements” section of this Guide for more information on supported web browsers and their configuration.
3.1.1 Pre-installation Check and Configuration
Before installing the platform bridge component do the following:
• Verify that Unicenter is installed and functioning properly.
• Verify that Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.01 or greater is installed and configured properly and can connect to
the Toptools server. Configure the browser to “Bypass Proxy Server for local addresses” and specify the IP
address and host name of the Toptools server as a system to access by bypassing.
• Enter SNMP communities for managed HP devices.
• Use the browser to verify that the HP Toptools Server bridge component has been successfully installed, is
running, and is reachable over the network:
1. On the Unicenter system Telnet to the Toptools IP address and port number.
At the DOS prompt enter "Telnet" <Toptools server address>
Example: Telnet 25.27.40.51 5041
2. A flashing cursor indicates a successful connection. If it fails to connect it will display the message,
"failure to connect". If you receive a failure, verify the IP address and port number that you entered
matches the address of the Toptools server and the port you entered during installation of the server
bridge.
• Activate the SNMP trap server for Unicenter
1. Select
Start->Programs->CA-Unicenter->Enterprise Management
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