Introduction
The HP Compaq dc8100 Business PC utilizes Intel vPro processor technology to
simplify PC management and reduce IT related expenditures. Intel vPro processor
technology utilizes Intel Active Management Technology (AMT), which allows for
improved management of PC systems and better security.
Intel vPro processor technology is no longer supporting Virtual Appliances. This is
a change from previous generations of HP Compaq dx7 Business PCs with Intel
vPro processor technology.
AMT provides Out-of-Band (OOB) remote access to a system regardless of the
system power state or operating system condition as long as the system is
connected to a power source and a network. AMT is a hardware and firmware
platform resident solution relying upon the Management Engine (ME) within the
Intel Q965, Q35, Q45 Express, and Q57 chipset.
Below is a brief history of AMT evolution.
AMT 1.0
Introduced with the Intel 945 chipset, but was not shipped with HP
Business PCs.
AMT 2.0
Introduced with the Intel Q965 chipset and was shipped with HP
Compaq dc7700p Business PCs.
AMT 2.1
Introduced in March 2007 and was shipped with HP Compaq
dc7700p Business PCs.
AMT 2.2
Available as a web download in the Fall of 2007 with the HP Compaq
dc7700p Business PCs.
AMT 3.0
Introduced with the Intel Q35 Express chipset and was shipped with
the HP Compaq dc7800p systems.
AMT 3.2
Introduced with the HP Compaq dc7800p April 2008 Refresh.
AMT 5.0
Introduced with the Intel Q45 Express chipset and was shipped with
the HP Compaq dc7900 systems.
AMT 6.0
Introduced with the Intel Q57 chipset and was shipped with the HP
Compaq 8100 systems.
This whitepaper has been updated to include the new features of AMT 6.0.
By default, the AMT shipping on the HP Compaq 8100 Business PC will be inactive.
It must be setup and configured in the system before it can be used. The setup and
configuration process is also known as provisioning. There are two methods of
AMT setup and configuration:
Manual mode (similar to Small Medium Business (SMB) mode in AMT 5.0)
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Enterprise mode
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This whitepaper details Manual mode and Enterprise mode setup and configuration
for the client PC along with the usage of a Setup and Configuration Server (SCS) in
Enterprise mode. Please consult with your Management Console ISV provider for
details regarding installation procedures for a Setup and Configuration Server.
Basic knowledge of Intel AMT and networking are required.
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