Cover Letter for HP OpenVMS Version 8.2-1 for Integrity Servers

This document is a cover letter from Hewlett-Packard, dated September 2005, introducing HP OpenVMS Version 8.2-1 for Integrity Servers. It highlights the operating system's advanced functionality, high quality, and various enhancements.

Key points discussed in the letter include:

• New Features: The release builds upon OpenVMS 8.2 with improvements in system availability, I/O performance, and security. Specific features include new hardware support for HP Integrity rx7620, rx8620, and Superdome servers; an InfoServer utility for network booting; support for nPartitions on cell-based servers; a power-saver feature; increased OpenVMS Cluster node support (up to 96 nodes); a new SDA command for Fibre Channel performance data; and a PPL units assignment tool.
• Firmware Versions: It specifies the minimum firmware versions required for running OpenVMS 8.2-1 on rx7620, rx8620, and Superdome Integrity servers, advising users to refer to manuals or contact support for updates.
• OpenVMS Freeware Version 7.0: This is included on the distribution CDs, offering free tools for application creation and system management. A note clarifies that it's provided "as is" without warranty or HP support, though distribution is unrestricted (users should check original authors' terms).
• Documentation: The release includes new hardcopy manuals (Upgrade/Installation and New Features/Release Notes for 8.2-1), alongside existing OpenVMS 8.2 documentation. Online documentation is available on CD and via the HP OpenVMS Systems Documentation Web site.
• Software Product Descriptions (SPDs): SPDs for OpenVMS and System Integrated Products are on the distribution media and the HP Web site.
• Software Layered Product Updates: Initial delivery for Foundation and Enterprise Operating Environments is on the media, with update services available on a consolidated DVD for I64 systems.
• HP Service Support and Tools: A Web site link is provided for up-to-date support status.
• OpenVMS Source Listings Kit: Available on DVD (BA469AA), containing nonproprietary source listings. It requires a license, with additional licenses needed for multiple systems.