Installation and Upgrade Guide

Preparing to Upgrade the Server Software

G06.24 Software Installation and Upgrade Guide—528593-005

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Verify System Operations

HP recommends that you upgrade to Microsoft Windows XP Professional first before

upgrading your NonStop system console. However, if you use the Installer CD first, and

then migrate to Windows XP Professional, use the Installer CD again to make sure that

all the applications are correctly installed.

If you want to use the OSM client-based components and server software before or

after installing the G06.24 RVU, see the OSM Migration Guide.

Verify System Operations

Verify the integrity of your current system environment to ensure your system is

operating normally before you install the G06.24 RVU by checking Table 4-1.

Note. New system console requirements must be met if you decide to use OSM as your

default client whether you migrate to Windows XP Professional. See the OSM Migration Guide

or the NonStop System Console Installer Guide for more information.

Table 4-1. Verify System Operations

Steps Activity Done?

Check Processor Status (Using either TSM or OSM)

Using TSM

Using OSM

Check Critical System Processes

Using TSM

Using OSM

Check the Status of the ServerNet Addressable Controllers

(SACs)

4. Check Disk Subsystem Status

5. Check the Swap File Configuration

6. Check the Status of the Spooler Collector

7. Check the Tape Drive Status