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Introduction
SmartStart Scripting Toolkit
The SmartStart Scripting Toolkit is a server deployment product that delivers an unattended automated
installation for high-volume server deployments. This document describes how to best utilize the Toolkit to
configure HP ProLiant servers. It also contains information about the Toolkit utilities and how to use them in
an unattended environment. This document does not include information about installing the operating
system.
The Toolkit is designed for IT experts with experience in scripting operating system installations and
configuring ProLiant server hardware.
CAUTION:
Improper use of the Toolkit utilities can result in loss of critical data. Because of the
potential data-loss risk, only experienced individuals should use the Toolkit utilities. Before
using the Toolkit, all necessary precautions must be taken to ensure that mission-critical
systems remain online if a failure occurs.
Minimum requirements
Before beginning the deployment process, be sure to have the following items available:
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SmartStart Scripting Toolkit Linux Edition
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HP SmartStart Scripting Toolkit Linux Edition User Guide
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A Linux workstation (any Linux distribution)