HP PolyServe Software for Microsoft SQL Server
SQL Server Consolidation and Infrastructure Optimization

HP PolyServe Software for Microsoft SQL Server enables multiple Microsoft SQL Server instances to be consolidated onto substantially fewer servers and centralized SAN storage. PolyServe's unique "shared data" architecture delivers enterprise class availability and virtualization-like flexibility in a utility platform. Customers have experienced server count and storage footprint reduction of over 75%, leading to hard cost savings and a reduction of datacenter facility power consumption. Additionally, improvements in operational efficiency contribute to three year total cost of ownership (TCO) reduction of 50%.

Unlike server virtualization and traditionally high availability products, it goes beyond just consolidation and simple failovers to provide scalable capacity allocation, on-the-fly instance mobility, and meets Microsoft's SQL Server Always On requirements, making it the ideal solution for database consolidation.

Ordering the HP PolyServe Software for Microsoft SQL Server software is easy.

• First determine how many sockets in total will host Microsoft SQL Server database instances. For example, if six (6) HP ProLiant DL585, HP ProLiant DL580 or HP ProLiant BL685 Server Blade, HP ProLiant BL680c Server Blade with four (4) sockets each will be used, order 24 CPU of HP PolyServe Software for Microsoft SQL Server software, or 3 units of T9085AAE (3x8 CPU = 24).
• A pair of servers are recommended per PolyServe cluster for configuring cluster-wide services. Usually a pair of two (2) socket servers such as HP ProLiant DL385, HP ProLiant DL380 or HP ProLiant BL465 Server Blade, HP ProLiant BL460c Server Blade are used for this purpose. Order 4 CPU of HP PolyServe DB/FSU software, or 4 units of T9088AAE (4x1 CPU = 4)
• Order a cluster install service (HA114A1-57Q) per location where a cluster will be installed.

• Microsoft SQL Server Consolidation: Customers have experienced Microsoft SQL Server count and storage footprint reduction of over 75%, leading to hard cost savings and a reduction of datacenter facility power consumption. Additionally, improvements in operational efficiency contribute to three year total cost of ownership (TCO) reduction of 50%.
  
• High Availability for Mission-Critical Applications: Provides zero-downtime architecture for Microsoft SQL Server databases that drastically reduces both planned and unplanned downtime.
  
• Real-time Resource Allocation Adjustments: Dynamic Re-Hosting provides Instance Mobility, the ability to move Microsoft SQL Server instances from one server to another with less than 30 seconds of downtime, to optimize resources based on shifting workloads.
  
• Scale System Capacity Online: Add server, blade, and storage capacity without disrupting existing operations.
  
• Simplify Infrastructure Management: Reduce the time required to perform routine system and storage administration tasks by up to 75%. "One-Click" and "Roll-Through" maintenance pushes updates or hot fixes to all servers.
  
• "Shared Data" Designed for Database Consolidation and Management: The "Shared Data" architecture provides the ultimate flexibility in data structure configuration allowing Database Administrators (DBAs) to tune for performance, security, and manageability while still deriving the benefits of consolidation and high availability.
  
• Shared Services Model: The leading Enterprise-wide consolidation platform for Microsoft SQL Server that enables a standardized Shared Services model for better SLA achievement and easier cost allocations, all at a lower cost structure.
  
• Qualified and Supported Solution by Microsoft: Qualified and supported solution in Microsoft SQL Server Always On program, having met a set of SQL Server I/O requirements focused on reliability and high performance.

• Dynamic Re-Hosting™ to quickly deploy, stack or reallocate Microsoft SQL Server instances to any server without the pain of forklift upgrades
• Add server, blade, and storage capacity easily and without disrupting existing operations
• Only server consolidation solution that provides enterprise class availability and virtualization-like flexibility

• "Shared Data" architecture maximizes consolidation while providing ultimate flexibility in data structure configuration for DBAs
  
• Single, shared pool of resources simplifies storage allocation, backup, and configuration tasks
  
• Enables a shared services model for more efficient staff utilization and budget allocation

• Reliable, easy to manage high availability for all instances
  
• "One-Click" and "Roll-Through" maintenance pushes updates or hot fixes to all servers
  
• Qualified and supported solution in Microsoft SQL Server Always On program

• HP PolyServe Software for Microsoft SQL Server Solutions: http://www.hp.com/go/polyserve
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• HP ProLiant Servers: http://www.hp.com/go/proliant

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Choose 4-Hour 24x7 Same Day Hardware Support when you need to:

• Extend your hardware warranty coverage with prompt, anytime service for key systems and devices
  
• Obtain easy-to-buy, easy-to-use onsite services
  
• Improve hardware performance and uptime
  
• Increase the return on your HP and multi-vendor hardware investments
  
• Enjoy consistent service coverage across geographically dispersed sites
  

Service highlights

• Remote problem diagnosis and support - HP Services uses electronic remote support tools to isolate your problem and facilitate resolution.
  
• 4-hour onsite response 24x7x365 - For issues that cannot be resolved remotely, an authorized HP Services representative arrives at your site within 4 hours after your call has been logged. Service is available around-the-clock every day, including all holidays. HP Services returns your covered hardware to operational condition, repairing or replacing components or entire units as necessary. Your coverage includes all required parts and materials.
  
• Escalation management - Established escalation procedures enlist specialized expertise from HP and selected third-parties.

Enhance user productivity with the latest software versions.
HP Software Product Updates support brings you new versions of HP and selected HP-supported third-party software products, patches, and technical manuals. This convenient HP Care Pack service also includes licensing to use and copy the new versions.

Updates for third-party and selected HP software products are automatically forwarded to you. You'll be notified when new versions of other HP software products become available, allowing you to choose whether you wish to receive updates. Subscription-based purchasing gives you substantial savings vs. the cost of individual software updates.

Choose Software Product Updates when you need to:

• Update HP and selected third-party software at a predictable cost
  
• Take advantage of subscription savings on software updates
  
• Have your system managers automatically notified of new software releases
  
• Keep your license compliancy up-to-date
  

Service highlights

• Updates - Complete HP and selected third-party software product and documentation updates are made available to your system manager. For certain products, you may have a choice of delivery media type. Software technical manuals may be available on media instead of paper.
  
• Licensing - You receive a license to use and copy software product updates for all systems covered by your original software license.
  
• Electronic software information - Access HP's electronic support facility for software patches, a symptom-solution database, product descriptions, specifications, technical literature, and more.

All day, every day problem resolution - plus cost-saving software updates
HP 24x7 Software Technical Support provides comprehensive round-the-clock services and cost-saving updates to help you enhance the performance and availability of software from HP and other leading vendors.

This convenient HP Care Pack service gives your IT team direct access to HP IT Response Centers. Experienced Response Center engineers provide trustworthy advice on issues such as software features and use, problem diagnosis and resolution, and software defect identification. Any member of your IT staff can electronically access essential product and support information.

In addition, 24x7 Software Technical Support brings you software updates at substantial subscription savings. This includes new versions of HP and selected third-party software products, patches, and documentation, as well as licensing to use and copy these versions.

Choose 24x7 Software Technical Support when you need to:

• Improve the productivity of system managers and operators
  
• Improve system performance and reduce downtime due to software defects
  
• Expedite problem resolution through expert-level technical resources available whenever you need them
  
• Enjoy consistent service coverage across geographically dispersed sites
  
• Update HP and selected third-party software at a predictable cost
  
• Take advantage of subscription savings on software updates
  
• Keep your license compliancy up-to-date
  

Service highlights

• 24x7x365 access to technical resources - Connect with HP Response Center engineers via telephone, electronic communication, or FAX for assistance in resolving software implementation or operations problems. Service is available around the clock every day, including all holidays.
  
• Problem analysis and resolution - HP Services provides corrective support to resolve identifiable and reproducible software product problems, and to help you identify problems that are difficult to reproduce. You can also receive assistance in trouble-shooting problems and setting configuration parameters.
  
• Software features and operational support - HP provides information on the latest product features and known problems and solutions, plus operational advice and assistance.
  
• Escalation management - Established escalation procedures enlist specialized expertise from HP and selected third-parties.
  
• Installation advisory - Advisory support is available for help with installation and updating of standalone applications or products installed in a network environment.
  
• Software updates and licensing - Complete HP and selected third-party software product and documentation updates are available to your system manager. You receive a license to use and copy software product updates for all systems covered by the original software license.
  
• Electronic software information - Access HP's electronic support facility for software patches, a symptom-solution database, product descriptions, specifications, technical literature, and more.

HP eSupport is a portfolio of technology-based services that assist you with managing your business environment - from the desktop to the data center.

Support Portal
The HP support portal provides one-stop access to the information, tools and services you need to manage the daily operations of your IT environment.
Features include:

• Access to self-solve tools (including search technical knowledge base)
  
• Efficient logging and tracking of support cases
  
• Collaboration with other business and IT professionals
  
• Download of patches and drivers
  
• Access to diagnostic tools
  
• Proactive notification of relevant information
  Access to certain features of the support portal requires an HP service agreement. To access the support portal, visit http://www.hp.com/support

Instant Support Enterprise Edition (ISEE)
HP Instant Support Enterprise Edition (ISEE) provides a single remote monitoring and support solution for your IT data center. ISEE uses continuous hardware event monitoring and automated notification to identify and prevent potential critical problems.

ISEE is a feature of HP Hardware Support Onsite Service with Next-Day response or better, Proactive Essentials, Proactive 24, Critical Service and warranty support for the selected products.

For more information or to download ISEE, visit http://www.hp.com/go/instantsupport

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