Compatibility Guide

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Server Administrator Services
Overview
Dell™ OpenManage™ Server Administrator has a modular architecture that
allows you to select and install the functions most needed in your particular
IT environment. The available services vary from one operating system to
another. The following sections describe the contribution of each service to
your systems management capabilities.
NOTE: See Table 1-1 for information on where you can find the systems
management software.
Descriptions of Server Administrator Services
Each service provides a functionally related set of systems management tasks
that you can use to manage your system.
Instrumentation Service
The Instrumentation Service provides rapid access to detailed fault and
performance information gathered by industry-standard systems management
agents. The instrumentation service allows remote administration of
monitored systems, including shutdown, start-up, and security.
Remote Access Service
The Remote Access Service provides a complete remote systems management
solution for systems equipped with a remote access controller (RAC)
solution. The Remote Access Service provides remote access to an inoperable
system, allowing the system administrator to get the system up and running
as quickly as possible. The Remote Access Service also provides alert
notification when a system is down and allows the system administrator to
restart a system remotely. Additionally, the Remote Access Service logs the
probable cause of system crashes and saves the most recent crash screen.