Showing posts with label Server. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Server. Show all posts

Thursday, December 02, 2010

HP NC373i: The network link is down


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This error would appear in the system log of the server almost everyday in the morning - HP NC373i: The network link is down . Never during the day such as late afternoon or evening. The error would occur early in the am hours juts before and at times when employees juts start reporting to work. Event id4, source l2nd.
The driver version was not updated yet. The possible solution is checking and disabling power save mode for the NIC. The server was running windows 2003 server standard edition on an HP Proliant series server hardware platform. The next step will be to update the driver version. There have been TCP offload problems with some drivers. The version installed on this server was fairy new but an update was available.

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Adding dsa.msc on Windows 2008 Server


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How to add dsa.msc to windows 2008 server

If you wanted to access active directory users and computers from a member 2003 server it was as easy as clicking start run then entering dsa.msc in the box and click open. That little useful feature is not added into a default 2008 server installation it needs to be added during the initial installation of the server or afterwards by adding a feature. The image in this post shows what options to select to add the dsa.msc command back into your member server. For people who use this a lot it's quite worth the several minutes to install. Adding the feature does not require a reboot.

Tuesday, May 06, 2008

Information Technology Support - Adventure (Rated PG): Computer Desktop and Server Management



Are you considering offering your customers a NOC type service for their desktops and servers. Want to monitor your customer's networ kand data infrustructure to provide more support and generate more revenue by knowing about problems before your customers do. Managed service can be provided by a software package known as Kaseya.

Wednesday, January 09, 2008

Hewlett Packard StorageWorks U320e (AH627A) Storage Controller and a Dell 2950 PowerEdge Server.

Hewlett Packard StorageWorks U320e (AH627A) Storage Controller and a Dell 2950 PowerEdge Server.


The Hewlett Packard StorageWorks U320e (AH627A) Storage Controller is not compatible with the Dell 2950 PowerEdge Server.

In a previous port I review software how software tools that give techs the ability to remotely access and remote control computers both on the LAN and the Internet, benefit both the organization the tech works for and the customer, client or user who is receiving the desktop support.
http://remotesupportsoftware.blogspot.com/2006/12/remote-support-softwarethere-are-many.html


This was an onsite customer support call:

In this post I want to tell the world (tech world) about a little problem with a Hewlett Packard StorageWorks U320e (AH627A) Storage Controller intended to be used with a tape autoloader In a Dell 2950. I hope everyone bookmarks this page and lets the world know about the compatibility problems of this card with the Dell 2950 Server.

The card simply does not work in the PowerEdge. It will work in a PowerEdge 2900 but not in the 2950 model (who knows why). HP finally confirmed the problem and they will be shipping me a new storage controller that will work with the 2950. The symptoms are the fans just operate at high speeds and do not reduce their speed and their is no video. There's no much you can do at this point. I updated the BIOS and every other thing that had an update for it from Dell's website for this service tag. It just would not work.

Now HP OEMs these cards and places their name on them. The manufacturer was unable to confirm that the Hewlett Packard StorageWorks U320e (AH627A) Storage Controller card would not work and Dell's support simply said the card is compatible and there's nothing wrong with the server. After speaking with HP support for several hours, it was determined that the Hewlett Packard StorageWorks U320e (AH627A) Storage Controller is not compatible with the Dell 2950 PowerEdge.

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http://remotesupportsoftware.blogspot.com/2008/01/hewlett-packard-storageworks-u320e.html

Saturday, December 24, 2005

VMWare - Virtualization Support

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Virtualization Support

The VMware Support team provides a range of support offerings backed by industry-leading expertise in virtualization and virtual infrastructure. Our cumulative years of experience installing, integrating and supporting virtualization technologies in production environments results in timely and accurate support.

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Desktop Support via Remote Support





Netopia NBBS Remote Management Software

Pfizer Selects Netopia NBBS Remote Management Software to Support Broadband-Enabled Workforce
Netopia, Inc. (OTCBB:NTPA), a market leader in broadband equipment and service delivery software, today announced that Pfizer, Inc. (NYSE:PFE), has selected Netopia's Broadband Server (NBBS) platform to centrally manage, support, and administer Pfizer's broadband equipment deployed to over 10,000 remote sales representatives in Pfizer's North America field organization.
Pfizer's use of Netopia's TR-069 NBBS management system will enable Pfizer IT staff and help desk agents to remotely manage Pfizer's deployment of cable/DSL Wi-Fi gateways delivering secure broadband access to Pfizer's network and the Internet. With Netopia's NBBS platform, Pfizer will set up and configure its customer premises equipment (CPE), remotely update firmware, and apply security policies for firewalls and VPN access, all through a custom Web-based portal. Netopia is hosting the NBBS software for Pfizer's use at Netopia's hosting centers, allowing Pfizer personnel to securely access NBBS services on a subscription basis.
"We selected Netopia's NBBS remote management platform because it gives us the tools we need to reduce support calls and truck rolls to our remote sales representatives," said Jay Stallard, Senior Manager at Pfizer. "In addition to support cost savings, Netopia's software platform provides us a centralized management system for application of corporate security polices to ensure the integrity of Pfizer's network assets."

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Thursday, December 22, 2005

Found the following site below while searching the web. I don't even remember what I was originally looking for but came across this site and company. They have their act together and sound like they would be an asset for any organization looking to outsource projects.

PSTS' expert team focuses on resolving issues, scheduling requests and allowing you to concentrate on your business.

Utilizing Frontrange Solutions' Heat® (IT service management software) to track your support calls from first contact through resolution, we provide a mix of pc remote control for remote support and on-site services.
Support solutions are tailored to meet the specific challenges of your organization. The solution can be a mix of your staff and PSTS personnel.

PSTS Approach

- First-Level Support - Skilled technicians available to resolve a wide variety of issues and fulfill various requests.
- Specialists in troubleshooting a wide range of issues.
- Skilled phone and remote support technicians.
- Priority and call type assignment.
- Dispatch of PSTS field technicians.
- Call escalation to second level support.
- Second-Level Support- Skilled technicians capable of getting to the root cause of issues.
- Specialists in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Active Directory, Cisco, Dell, and other leading networking products.
- Resolution action plan development and implementation.
- Skilled support technicians.
- Field Support Technicians - PSTS' hands-on network support team.
- Specialists in installations, troubleshooting, and on-site client interaction.
- Dispatched by PSTS first level or by your staff.
PSTS Deliverables
- Professional, timely, expert problem resolution managed by our experienced management team.
- Scheduled moves, adds and changes.
- Automated email reporting of ticket creation, re-assignments and resolution descriptions.
- Scheduled call trend reporting to allow you to make appropriate decisions regarding your IT environment.

About PSTS

PSTS is a premier Information Technology consulting firm located in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. PSTS is a proud member of the Penn Millers Group, a financially stable and growth-oriented group of companies whose founding member dates back to 1887.
It is PSTS' philosophy to help you make comprehensive, informed and cost-effective IT decisions. PSTS differentiates itself from other IT consulting firms by not only designing and implementing the right solution, but also ensuring that your organization is prepared to maintain those remote computer support solutions. We'll be there at your side providing the service that has built PSTS' rock-solid reputation with our customers. Whether your organization is looking for a partner to handle a project from start to finish or to merely assist your internal IT department in a particular analysis or deployment, PSTS has the flexibility to accommodate your unique business needs.
One size does not fit all in the technology world and our consulting methodology ensures that PSTS understands your organization and its unique requirements before recommending a solution. PSTS acts in a consultative fashion because we believe technology solutions should facilitate business processes, not restrict them. We understand today's competitive remote pc access on the web marketplace and the role of technology as an enabler of your business strategy.
Let PSTS Empower Your Business Through Technology.

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