Red Hat Enterprise Linux open-source software services and support. Support solutions for an agile Linux industry-standard server environment

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Red Hat Enterprise Linux

®

_open-source

software services and support

Support solutions for an agile Linux

industry-standard server environment

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Linux is on the move.

Linux has emerged as a powerful, flexible open-source environment for industry-standard servers. Providing unmatched flexibility and cost savings, Linux can help overcome many of the obstacles in your current environment—and support resource and process improvements. Equally important, Linux is especially well-suited to be a foundation for the future. It is highly scalable, flexible, and—of course—open and reliable enough to meet the requirements of almost any size organization. Alone or mixed with other operating systems, Linux can be the ideal cornerstone for an agile business and IT environment.

As business pressures mount to achieve greater return on investment, mitigate risk, improve performance, and increase agility, Linux will continue to grow in popularity. Today, Linux is an increasingly pervasive part of point solutions such as Web servers, departmental application environments, customer relationship management (CRM), knowledge management, and more. Looking forward, Linux will play a key role in core enterprise solutions as companies adopt it as part of a strategy to gain vendor independence and cost reduction. At HP Services, we recognize this shift in the marketplace and are prepared to help you make the transformation.

Committed, proven Linux

and Red Hat expertise

HP is a global services provider for the entire Red Hat Enterprise Linux line of certified solutions, which includes Red Hat Enterprise Linux AS, Enterprise Linux ES, and Enterprise Linux WS.

HP Services professionals have unmatched capabilities to help you design and deploy Linux in your IT environment. Our 6,500 Linux service professionals work closely with your team to design, build, integrate, manage, and evolve Linux-based IT infrastructures that closely align IT with your business objectives. We can help you achieve long-term value across multivendor and multiple-operating-system platforms, including Linux, UNIX®_{, and Microsoft}®

Windows®_.

HP Services professionals focus on your specific needs, relying on our industry-standard technical expertise as well as our global capabilities to deliver the level of adaptability you require. Our close partnerships with Linux major distributors and application providers bring innovative, industry-leading solutions to resolve your ever-changing IT challenges. HP’s flexible support services, worldwide network of service partnerships, management tools, and education services give you more choices for designing and deploying a solution that addresses your unique needs.

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Overview of HP Installation and

Startup services for Red Hat

Enterprise Linux software

Implementing the Linux operating system can be a complex, time-consuming undertaking that draws your already overtaxed staff away from other critical tasks. HP Installation and Startup for Linux takes the pressure off your people and provides for a smooth implementation that reduces your time to benefits. This service, available in two versions, encompasses all deployment activities necessary to get your Linux operating systems up and running fast. HP Care Pack options are available either as fixed-price, fixed-content service (Package 1), or as custom-quoted service based on a statement of work (Package 2).

Package 1 includes onsite installation, configuration, and startup activities in support of Red Hat Enterprise Linux software. This service provides installation of the Linux operating system (OS) and TCP/IP network protocol, plus integration into your network environment, including network interface card (NIC) configuration; printer queue setup; configuration of the Remote Insight Lights-Out (RILO) or Management Processor board (if available); installation of HP Insight Management Agent software for servers; initiation of a one-time backup to a local tape drive (if available) to be completed by the customer; and basic orientation on product usage.

Package 2 may include any or all of the service deliverables included in Package 1 as well as more complex deliverables, such as “send mail” configuration; DNS configuration of network applications; hard drive partitioning; and installation of NFS clients and server. The actual work to be performed in Package 2 will be identified in a statement of work.

Product covered Service description Part number

Package 1 for Installation and Startup U8141E HP ProLiant IA-32 servers

Package 2 for HP Custom Deployment HA329AE HP ProLiant IA-32 servers Service

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Software Technical Support Service

HP Software Technical Support Service helps you improve the performance and availability of Red Hat Enterprise Linux software. Convenient HP Care Pack Services packages give your IT team direct access to experienced HP Response Center engineers for reliable advice on issues such as software features and use, problem diagnosis and resolution, and software-defect identification.

Features include:

• Telephone problem diagnosis and support • Speedy access to technical resources • Software operational support • Installation advisory support

• Remote access for problem investigation using Instant Support Enterprise Edition (ISEE)

• Problem isolation

• Problem analysis and resolution • Escalation management

• Three levels of engineering support

• Third-level engineering support from Red Hat, if required • 9x5 or 24x7 coverage window

• Maximum 2-hour response • Electronic software information

Software Technical Support Service for Red Hat

Red Hat Enterprise Linux SW Phone 9x5, unlimited UA277E operating environment for RH AS—1-year

Red Hat Enterprise Linux SW Phone 24x7, unlimited UA279E operating environment for RH AS—1-year

Red Hat Enterprise Linux SW Phone 9x5, unlimited UA272E operating environment for RH ES—1-year

Red Hat Enterprise Linux SW Phone 24x7, unlimited UA274E operating environment for RH ES—1-year

Red Hat Enterprise Linux SW Phone 9x5, U3402E operating environment 10 incidents—1-year

Software Technical Support Service for Red Hat software applies to the system software operating environment and includes support for the Red Hat Enterprise Linux operating system. Service can be purchased in two forms: incident and unlimited. Incident service is based on consumption and is not tied to a product. Unlimited service is on a per-product basis, for example, for each HP ProLiant server.

HP Mission Critical Support Services

HP technology services delivers a comprehensive set of Mission Critical Support services to help sustain the highest levels of system availability and performance. HP Proactive Essentials for Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments provides proactive and reactive software support designed to improve the availability and stability of a business-critical Linux environment. For customers who have traditionally purchased only reactive software technical support, Proactive Essentials offers entry-level assistance that focuses on improving management, security, and performance of Red Hat Enterprise Linux operating-system software. Purchase options include monthly contract; unlimited incident HP Care Pack support; or incident-based Care Pack support in quantities of 10, 25, and 50 incidents. Hardware support for selected servers and storage devices can be added as part of a Proactive Essentials package.

Features include:

• Named remote support account advocate • Account support plan

• Operational and technical advice • Semi-annual support planning and review • OS patch review and recommendation • Configuration review

• HP electronic information support • Education planning assistance

HP Mission Critical Support Services

HP ProLiant servers Proactive Essentials 13x5, U9987E 10 incidents—1-year

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Integrated hardware and software

support services

Support Plus 24

HP Support Plus 24 helps you increase the performance and availability of your IT infrastructure with comprehensive, integrated hardware and software services. Working with your IT team, HP Services engineers deliver onsite hardware support and over-the-phone software support 24x7x365. Service coverage includes HP products and selected multivendor hardware and software.

Service highlights include:

• Telephone software support—An HP IT Response Center engineer provides problem-analysis and problem-resolution support within two hours of the time your call is logged. The center also offers help with troubleshooting problems and setting configuration parameters.

• Four-hour response onsite hardware support—For issues that cannot be resolved remotely, HP Services delivers onsite technical support to return your covered hardware products to operational condition, repairing or replacing components or entire units as necessary. An HP authorized representative arrives at your site within four hours of the time your call is logged. Coverage includes all required parts and materials.

• Extended business hours coverage—Onsite and remote services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays.

• Escalation management—Established escalation procedures enlist specialized assistance from HP and selected third-party hardware and software vendors. • Electronic support—You can access HP’s electronic

support facility for a symptom-solution database, product descriptions, specifications, technical literature, and more.

Support Plus 24

ML310 HW & SW 24x7, unlimited—3-year U8328E ML330 HW & SW 24x7, unlimited—3-year U8329E ML350 HW & SW 24x7, unlimited—3-year U8330E DL320 HW & SW 24x7, unlimited—3-year U8331E DL360 HW & SW 24x7, unlimited—3-year U8332E ML370 HW & SW 24x7, unlimited—3-year U8333E DL380 HW & SW 24x7, unlimited—3-year U8334E ML530 HW & SW 24x7, unlimited—3-year U8335E ML570 HW & SW 24x7, unlimited—3-year U9237E DL560 HW & SW 24x7, unlimited—3-year U9238E DL580 HW & SW 24x7, unlimited—3-year U9239E DL740 HW & SW 24x7, unlimited—3-year U9240E DL760 HW & SW 24x7, unlimited—3-year U9241E

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Subscription services

HP Services provides a single point of accountability for all your Linux service support needs, including support for Red Hat Enterprise Linux software updates. As part of the subscription service, you’ll download maintenance updates and patches via the Red Hat Network. Other features of the Red Hat subscription service include: • Instant access to the latest Red Hat Enterprise Linux

ISO standards

• Priority download access for errata and ISO standards • Priority notifications as soon as errata and new products

are released • 24x7 Web access

• Operating-system media and user documentation

Note: Full media kits supplied with initial purchase only

Subscription services

Red Hat Enterprise Media, documentation, 384952-B21 Linux AS v4 9x5 escalations to RH—1-year

Red Hat Enterprise Media, documentation, 384960-B21

Indemnity—for peace of mind

The decision to make a strategic investment in Linux can raise issues of intellectual property and copyright. HP is committed to the success of its customers and to driving the advance of Linux. The HP Indemnity Program offers significant value in helping to protect your business interests as you deploy Linux-based solutions. Since October 1, 2003, qualified customers have obtained indemnification from HP against legal action from SCO. HP is making this offer, at no cost, to protect you and to allow you to continue your Linux deployment plans without risk or distraction. To learn more, visit:

www.hp.com/go/linuxprotection

HP Education Services

HP recommends that education be an integral part of your Linux software implementation. Professionals from HP Education Services have the expertise to meet the full range of your Linux education needs—embracing the requirements of end users, system administrators, and support personnel. Our online and instructor-led courses build both core and advanced skill sets. HP Education Services courses are taught in most local languages.

HP Care Pack Total Education

HP Care Pack Total Education offers the ultimate in flexibility. It’s a simple, economical way to purchase training. This package provides credits, like a bank

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Technology-specific HP Care Pack services

HP Education Services provides courses for Linux software that build both core and advanced skills. A commitment to education for Linux environments means that your investment in a new or upgraded operating environment gains greater return—faster—through knowledge transfer from HP training experts.

Recommended training courses include:

Service description Part number

Linux Fundamentals U8583S Linux System Administration I H7091S Linux System Administration II H7092S Linux Troubleshooting U8531S Linux Network Security U5086S Linux Development Tools and Techniques U5513X

For a comprehensive list of courses, part numbers, and ordering information, please visit:

www.hp.com/education/sections/linux.html

Why HP Services?

There’s a good reason why Linux is the fastest-growing operating system in the world. When it’s implemented and supported correctly, it provides business-critical application environments, reduces IT costs, transforms IT strategy, and yields competitive advantage. Today, IT environments of all kinds use Linux for an increasing number of disparate solution workloads—HP included. Not only have we implemented the technology in our own enterprise, but we’re also leading the industry by adding value to Linux, so you get a faster and better return on investment.

As a very first step, HP Services experts work closely with you to clearly understand your business goals. This understanding becomes the foundation for any service— large or small, complex or simple, one-time or ongoing— that we provide for you. Our goal is to help you build what we call the Adaptive Enterprise, where business and IT are synchronized to capitalize on change.

Key benefits of HP services and support for Linux environments

• Commitment and leadership in open-source software and Linux

• Strategic services alliances with open-source distribution leaders

• Best-in-class portfolio with industry-leading ISV partners • Comprehensive and proven services

For more information

For more information about HP services and support for Red Hat software, please contact your local HP sales representative or visit:

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