By Susan Twombly, Sept. 2006
Ask any IT manager what the most troublesome part of the job is and they're likely to tell you it's infrastructure management. For many, the older client devices that sit on desktops or travel about cause the most trouble, from both a management and a security standpoint.
HP can help you with that. Our new and improved line of trustworthy client-based technology, services and solutions for business can deliver just what you need to refresh your environment.
As a result, you can reduce the burden of IT management and enhance security — and boost productivity while doing so.
These new and expanded HP desk-based products and powerful notebooks are all designed for more secure, reliable client computing and streamlined management to address your most pressing pain points.
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Three new business desktop PCs will feature an enhanced version of HP ProtectTools security suite for multi-layered protection of physical property and business information.(1)
HP ProtectTools help prevent unauthorized access using Smart Cards, USB tokens and other security technologies, including Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 1.2 embedded security chips, which can be remotely managed.
The new desktop PCs also offer a selection of management tools, including the Altiris migration suite and HP Client Manager Software, which help to automate deployment and management throughout the lifecycle — easing the desktop PC refreshment process.
Further, HP's Change Control and Proactive Notification programs help you control the impact of change by automatically notifying you up to 60 days in advance about upcoming hardware and software changes that may impact your environment.
HP workstations |
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State-of-the-art security is built into HP workstations. ProtectTools, along with a lockable chassis, chassis intrusion detection and cable lock features, help keep data protected.
The HP Performance Tuning Framework, pre-installed on all Windows-based HP personal workstations, is an easy-to-use tool that guides workstation setup and tunes applications.
HP's Change Control and Proactive Notification programs also alert you of changes that could effect your workstation environment.
Together, these security and management solutions can save time and give you more peace of mind. You'll find them offered on the new HP xw9400 Workstation.(4)
HP business notebooks and tablet PCs |
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Lose a notebook and you could lose proprietary and personal information. HP notebook security technologies help ensure that only authorized users have access to your data. Since one single security measure is not enough, HP ProtectTools safeguards every aspect of your mobile office, including your hardware, your data, and your connectivity.
As a result, you can stay more protected and productive on the road.
You'll find HP ProtectTools on the new HP Compaq 9400, 8400, 7400, 6400, 6300 and 4400 Series Business Notebooks and Tablet PCs. These client devices are now available with Intel Core™ 2 Duo processors(5), (6) and also meet technical specifications to support the Microsoft Windows® Vista™ operating system.(7)
HP Thin Clients and Consolidated Client Infrastructure solutions |
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HP CCI solutions centralize desktop compute and storage resources into easily managed, highly secure data centers, while giving users the reliable performance and familiarity of a traditional desktop environment. As of November 1, you can buy HP CCI solutions from an expanded HP dealer network.
As access devices for server-based computing and blade PCs, the new HP Compaq t5725 Thin Client offers a more secure, desktop-like experience. There's no removable media at the desktop, reducing security threats. They function only when connected to a server, so product or data theft is less likely to occur. Management is done on a central server or blade PC, greatly simplifying management.
HP ThinState Capture and HP ThinState Deploy tools also allow you to easily capture and distribute "master images."
Our client management solutions portfolio, together with these new client security solutions, help safeguard your data so you can focus on — not worry about — your business.
HP Client Manager Version 6.1, Service Pack 2. This free centralized hardware management solution provides enhanced features for HP business desktops, notebooks and workstations. Now, HP Client Manager can identify and initialize networked PCs that feature embedded security for easier deployment of devices and TPM security, such as HP ProtectTools Embedded Security.
OpenView Client Configuration Manager 2.0. New features add support across all client products, including thin clients, and a broader range of hardware and software management capabilities for Windows-based clients. Now scaling up to 10,000 seats, it offers an upgrade path to HP OpenView Radia client management solutions.
HP Backup and Recovery Manager. Help prevent data loss, reduce downtime and decrease help desk calls with automatic or manual end user data back up. Now condensed into one simple tool, Backup and Recovery Manager offers the added convenience of letting PC users create their own factory software recovery CDs or DVDs, as well as backup to and recovery from secondary drives.
With HP, you can have global, personalized service throughout the IT lifecycle and via the channel you prefer.
HP Smart Desktop Management Service (SDMS). This integrated software protection package offers a suite of products and services, working together to help protect your networked PC data. Preloaded on select business desktops, SDMS features automatic remote backup and disaster recovery via secure offsite storage and helps detect and remove PC security threats.
HP Care Pack Services. These pre-paid, packaged services address the complete lifecycle of your HP products. Choose the service level that's right for your business.
HP Financial Services. Now it's faster and easier to remove financial barriers with new loan options, lines or credit and leasing offerings from HP financial services.
HP Return and Recycling Programs. HP offers product recycling, trade-in and donation options for handling computers at end-of-life. A data wiping service safeguards your sensitive business data.
The sheer volume of desktop and mobile PCs today makes security and management a constant struggle — but one you can win. Join the businesses around the world that entrust their devices and data to HP.
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HP ProtectTools embedded security and software suite is standard on the HP Compaq dc7700 desktop PC and is expected to be supported on the HP Compaq dc5700 and dc5750 desktops in November. |
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The HP dc7700p PC is enabled for Intel vPro Technology. Some functionality of this technology, such as Intel Active management technology and Intel Virtualization technology, requires additional 3rd party software in order to run. Availability of future "virtual appliances" applications for Intel vPro technology is dependent on 3rd party software providers. Compatibility of this generation of Intel vPro technology-based hardware with future "virtual appliances" and Microsoft Windows Vista operating system is to be determined. |
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Requires purchase of second display for dual monitor support and second hard drive for real-time data backup (RAID 1). |
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Expected availability for the xw9400 workstation is September 18, 2006. |
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Dual Core is a new technology designed to improve performance of certain software products. Not all customers or software applications will necessarily benefit from the use of this technology. |
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Intel® EM64T requires a computer system with a processor, chipset, BIOS, operating system, device drivers and applications enabled for Intel EM64T. Processor will not operate (including 32-bit operation) without an Intel EM64T-enabled BIOS. Performance will vary depending on your hardware and software configurations. See www.intel.com/info/em64t for more information, including details on which processors support Intel EM64T, or consult with your system vendor for more information. |
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Not all Windows Vista features are available for use on all Windows Vista Capable PCs. All Windows Vista Capable PCs will run the core experiences of Windows Vista, such as innovations in organizing and finding information, security and reliability. Some features available in premium editions of Windows Vista - like the new Windows Aero™ user interface - require advanced or additional hardware. Check www.windowsvista.com/getready for details. |
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Valid for select Care Packs purchased between Aug. 1 and Dec 31, 2006. "Service" is defined as an onsite visit by a technician, parts shipped to the customer, or a unit shipped to HP for service. Phone support does not limit eligibility. Most HP Care Packs in the program last three or four years. |
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Financing available through Hewlett-Packard Financial Services Company (HPFS) to qualified commercial customers in the US and is subject to credit approval and execution of standard HPFS documentation. 0% lease rate offer is an implicit lease rate, assuming lessee does not exercise a fair market value purchase option at the end of the lease term and timely returns the leased equipment to HPFS at the end of the lease term and disregarding any charges payable by lessee other than rent payments (such as taxes, fees and shipping charges). HPFS reserves the right to change or cancel the programs described in this paragraph at any time without notice. |
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