FAQs

FAQs | HP Z2 Mini Workstation
Is dual OS preload an option?
Dual OS preload is only available through Custom Integration Services.
What is the HP Installer Kit for Linux®?
The HP Installer Kit for Linux® is FreeDOS with our driver discs included. FreeDOS is a bare-bones OS, intended for those
who want to load their own Linux® version.
What value does Linux® bring to HP on personal workstations?
Linux® oers fast, exible and reliable operating systems for HP Workstations. Designed for organizations requiring
security, compatibility, stability, and unlimited scalability, Linux® powers millions of computers with enterprise-proven
technologies.
Software
What manageability features are available on HP Workstations?
HP Workstations meet the industry standard specications for DASH 1.1 and support Intel® Active Management
Technology (AMT) 11.0 and Intel® vPro™ Technology. Through these programs, IT administrators can remotely control
features such as: power management, hardware inventory/alerting (including BIOS and rmware revisions), system
defense lters, remote scheduled maintenance, and much more. HP Workstations also support software such as
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LANDesk Management Suite, Microsoft System Center Congurations Manager, and HP Client Automation
Enterprise.
What standard software is included (preloaded) with the HP Z2 Mini Workstation?
HP Remote Graphics Software
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HP Remote Graphics Software (RGS) is the remote desktop solution for serious workstation users and their most
demanding applications. Best of all, it comes with every new HP Z Workstation.
This advanced tool allows users to access and share the desktop of a remote workstation over a standard network. All
applications run natively on the remote workstation and take full advantage of the compute and graphics resources of
the sending system.
HP RGS also allows professionals to collaborate in real time with colleagues across the hall or across the continent
using graphic intensive applications.
For more details, refer to the RGS Datasheet and QuickSpecs at hp.com/go/rgs.
HP Performance Advisor
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Designed for non-techies, this ultra-savvy software wizard is the simplest and most eective way to make sure your
computer is always operating at its optimum potential. HP Performance Advisor comes pre-installed with every HP
Workstation.
Maximize your entire workstation environment with access to the HP certied ISV ecosystem. Workstation optimization
can take up to 80 steps, but with HP Performance Advisor, you can do it in twoone-click to improve performance of
your key applications and another to select and download certied graphics drivers.
Gain a quick and accurate understanding of your entire system in one simple, intelligent interface. Expedite
troubleshooting and eliminate downtime with one-click system reporting. Stay up-to-date with instant access to an
extensive library of white papers on your workstation and key applications.
Additional preloaded software:
Cyberlink Power DVD (reader)
Cyberlink Power2Go (burner)
What ISV certications will be in place?
Please refer to hp.com/go/isv to view the most recent list of ISV certications for each platform.
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