HP 3PAR Service Processors - Manual (Page 15)

2.3 About Secure Network Mode
3PAR Service Processor User’s Guide
The following figure illustrates the SP to 3PAR Central relationship in SP mode:
Figure 2-1. The SP to 3PAR Central Relationship in SP Mode
When a designated management workstation sits on the same network as the SP and is
configured to access theSP, you have the option of external communications at any time using
the Customer Controlled Access (CCA) feature, which is accessible via SPMAINT.
■ For information about SPMAINT, see 2.4 SPMAINT on page 2.5.
■ For information about SPOCC, see 2.8 SPOCC Overview on page 2.8.
2.3 About Secure Network Mode
In Secure Network mode, the SP communicates with the 3PAR Collector server using the 3PAR
Secure Service Agent (SSA). Like the Connex server, the Collector server provides software
updates, access to service tools applaications such as SPOCC, and access resources such as DCS.
Rather than using a connection portal to connect to 3PAR Central, an SP in Secure Network
mode requires the following for connection:
■ 3PAR Secure Service Agent - The 3PAR Secure Service Agent (SSA) facilitates communication
between the SP and Collector server. Communications are done with HTTPS. For additional
information about the SSA, see 2.7 Secure Service Agent Overview on page 2.7.
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