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An integrated solution that automates the process of deploying and provisioning server software.
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- Find and download the latest Rapid Deployment Pack documentation.
- Review the HP ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack Planning Guide. This will help you understand any potential infrastructure issues.
- Read the HP ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack Installation Guide. This will help you understand any potential installation issues.
- Read the HP ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack Support Matrix. This will help you understand which operating systems and servers are supported.
- Decide which type of trial licensing you want to use. Refer to the licensing page for more details about obtaining licenses:
- 10-node, 7-day evaluation license
- 10-node, 30-day evaluation license
- Obtain the Rapid Deployment Pack software:
- HP Rapid Deployment Pack Media Kit
- Insight Control Management Software Media Kit
- Download the ISO images from software download page and create the disc from the ISO image using your preferred DVD writing software
- Build the deployment server:
- Be sure that the server meets the minimum requirements listed in the RDP - Windows Edition Installation Guide.
- Install the operating system, with DHCP, WINS, and DNS enabled.
- Cable the server to a small, isolated hub/switch.
- Insert the Rapid Deployment Pack or Insight Control Management DVD into the deployment server. Install the software using the autorun utility.
- Select some PXE-enabled target servers.
- Select ProLiant BL servers or ProLiant ML/DL G2 (or later) servers in their standard configuration, if possible, as these servers provide the simplest learning experience.
- Optionally, run the System Erase utility on the selected target servers to simulate a "bare-metal" out-of-the-box experience.
- Cable the target servers to the hub/switch previously referenced.
- Power up the target servers. The PXE boot process will begin and the target servers will be discovered by the Deployment Server.
- Perform a few server deployment tasks. More information about the provided deployment jobs can be found in RDP User Guide.
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