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Client Management Solutions
Plan
Create pre-boot and OS images
Create BIOS Configuration
Create and Import HP-Verified or Custom Driver Packs
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Deploy
Secure and validate custom images
Patch HP-delivered BIOS, Drivers, and Software
Deploy device and identity security policies
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Support
System Image (new and deployed)
Deployed Software, Drivers, and BIOS
Security Policies
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Download and Install Manageability Tools
HP Manageability Integration Kit (HP MIK) for Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager
The HP Manageability Integration Kit will help speed up image creation and management of HP BIOS, security, hardware, software when managing devices through Microsoft SCCM.
Deploy the HP Manageability Integration Kit to begin enjoying these key benefits:- Speed Up the Basics of IT Management – Reduce the number of steps to create, deploy, and manage images, BIOS, and system security so you can focus on business.
- Protect Data – Secure BIOS settings, set authentication and credentials requirements, enable Microsoft Device Guard, manage TPM firmware updates.
- Manage Software – Starting with HP Client Security, IT Admins can remotely manage features supported by the software.
- Simplifying operations – Unlock additional value from platform-specific features and manage those features from within Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager.
HP Image Assistant (HPIA)
The HP Image Assistant is a free tool that aids IT Admins improve the quality and security of their PC Windows image by diagnosing the image, identifying problem, recommending solutions, and analyzing their PC’s readiness for migration between Windows 7 and Windows 10.
New features and benefits: (New version 4.0 released June 2019)
- New and revamped user interface that helps improve the user experience.
- Added support for DCHU & UWP SoftPaqs.
- Added support for HP USB-C Dock G5, HP USB-C/A Universal Dock G2, HP E274d & HP E244d Dock Firmware
- Added new command line switches for automation and added support for Win 10 RS6/19H1.
- Improved the Readme.html report created after implementing updates and the save recommendation report to include the Advisories data as well as aligning their format to new user interface.
Existing features and benefits:
- Image Assistance will report:
- Security Issues
- Driver Issues
- BIOS Settings
- Advisories & Bulletins
- Can install missing or outdated components.
- Support for individual versions of Windows 10. Essential for win 10 transitions.
- Integrated and improved features available in SoftPaq Download Manager
HP BIOS Configuration Utility (BCU)
The HP BIOS Configuration Utility is a free utility which provides the ability to manage BIOS settings on HP supported desktop, workstation, and notebook computers.
Features and benefits:
- Read available BIOS settings and their values from a supported computer
- Set configurable BIOS settings on a supported computer
- Set or reset Setup Password on a supported computer
- Replicate BIOS settings across multiple client computers
- Get BIOS settings without having to know/write WMI queries and methods
HP Client Management Script Library (HP CMSL)
The HP Client Management Script Library (HPCMSL) is a free set of PowerShell scripts that aid IT Admins who want to automate PC Lifecycle Management tasks.
Features and benefits:
- Download both SW and driver updates
- Download and maintain drivers in repository
- Query and set BIOS settings
- Set BIOS boot logo
HP System Software Manager (HP SSM)
Features and benefits:
- Streamline mass deployment of HP System Software updates
- Simplify the complexity of HP System Software management
- Optimize PC performance
- Provide a stable and consistent PC environment
- Automatically detect of hardware, out-of date BIOS and HP System Software
- Automatically install latest HP System Software to multiple PCs simultaneously
- Updates can take place remotely and in silent, unattended mode
- Summary report is created for tracking and management purposes
SSM-compliant BIOS flashing updates for other HP clients are available at the HP driver download Web site.
Utilize Microsoft System Center
Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager enables customers to reduce the day-to-day operational costs of managing Windows, as well as enable their business to move more quickly by integrating these core disciplines into a single solution. This solution delivers enterprise-class software distribution and asset management through comprehensive inventory analysis, operating system and software distribution, software usage tracking, and reporting.
HP Manageability Integration Kit (HP MIK) is the world's first and only management toolkit certified for Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager.*
To learn more about Microsoft System Center products please visit:
HP Manageability Integration Kit (HP MIK)
The HP Manageability Integration Kit will help speed up image creation and management of HP BIOS, security, hardware, software when managing devices through Microsoft SCCM.
Deploy the HP Manageability Integration Kit to begin enjoying these key benefits:- Speed Up the Basics of IT Management – Reduce the number of steps to create, deploy, and manage images, BIOS, and system security so you can focus on business.
- Protect Data – Secure BIOS settings, set authentication and credentials requirements, enable Microsoft Device Guard, manage TPM firmware updates.
- Manage Software – Starting with HP Client Security, IT Admins can remotely manage features supported by the software.
- Simplifying operations – Unlock additional value from platform-specific features and manage those features from within Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager.
HP Printer Security Plug-in
IT admins now have the ability to manage printers along with PCs and other devices on the network. The HP Printer Security Plug-in for Microsoft SCCM makes it easy to manage HP printer security with a common user interface and existing resources.
Easily manage the security of your HP print fleet:- Automate the discovery of HP
- Apply an Essential Security Policy based on industry best-practices
- Assess and remediate HP printer settings
- Obtain comprehensive reports to demonstrate compliance
For more advanced security policy requirements, upgrade to HP JetAdvantage Security Manager. This solution includes a range of preset security policy recommendations with built-in guidance to configure to your specific needs. Over 200 device settings can be maintained. Plus, new HP printers are automatically discovered and configured to your policy when added to the network.
HP Client Catalog for Microsoft System Center Products
HP Driver Packs
HP Driver Packs contain the necessary Microsoft Windows drivers required to support the HP hardware platform(s) as listed in the release notes for each of the driver packs. The package contains drivers supporting both the integrated and add-in devices in an .INF-based installation format. This INF installation method can be used standalone or with bare-metal operating system deployment tools that require .INF-based drivers.
Visit HP Driver Pack to download the Microsoft Windows driversNote: Some hardware devices have additional software tools to help enhance the experience of using the device. For example, a graphics control center application. These software tools cannot be installed via INF method and must be manually installed after the drivers to get the best overall experience.
Additional Resources
*As of December, 05, 2017, see https://partnercenter.microsoft.com/en-us/pcv/solution-providers/hp-inc_4299709950/1221645_1?k=hp
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