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NetWare for the HP 3000 Q&As
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Q: What is NetWare for the HP 3000?
A: NetWare 3.01B for the HP3000 is a fully compatible NetWare server
product which provides transparent integration of desktop systems. The
HP 3000 with NetWare services will connect existing Novell networks or,
can be used to build new NetWare networks and provide the same services
as NetWare PC based servers.
Q: I am happy with my NetWare Intel server. Why would I want to upgrade
to NetWare for the HP 3000?
A: There are several reasons to move to NetWare for the HP 3000:
o Better throughput performance under high user loads(50+)
than Intel486 based servers.
o One server platform to manage, in place of several
smaller servers.
o Integrates business applications, file and print sharing
on one server.
o Much richer Client/Server development environment under
MPE and Posix vs. Novell NLMs.
Q: What types of businesses will benefit most from using NetWare on the
HP 3000?
A: o Remote offices that need to integrate HP 3000 applications with
file and print sharing on a single system for easier
management.
o Central or remote offices with an MPE business application and
the need to also share files and resources.
Q: If I purchase NetWare for the HP 3000, what else do I need?
A: On the client side you will need PC compatibles with network
LAN cards. NetWare software for the client is included
with the product. On the server side, your HP 3000 series 9X7
will need MPE/iX version 4.0, a LanLink or Token Ring connection,
at least 24 MB of memory for NetWare and 24 MB of memory for
MPE/iX installed.
Q: What are the benefits of NetWare for the HP3000?
A: o Better integration with HP 3000 business applications.
o Less hardware to maintain which means less resources needed
to support your NetWare environment.
o Open client/server environment for developing new applications.
Q: Does NetWare for the HP 3000 have a proven track record?
A: Yes. HP first released NetWare for the HP 3000 in August 1991.
Since then HP has grown a large installed base of NetWare
installations worldwide. Building on HP commitment to NetWare HP
has made recent enhancements to the product improving overall
performance to that of NetWare native on an Intel 486.
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Q: How many users can NetWare for the HP 3000 support?
A: Up to 250 users and networked printers can be logged on
simultaneously.
Q: What type of network links does the NetWare/3000 support?
A: The product operates over Ethernet, IEEE 802.3 or Token-Ring.
Q: What is the number for links supported and in what
combinations?
A: Depending on the HP 3000 9x7 system, NetWare for the HP 3000
could support up 12 LAN cards. NetWare will also support any
combination of Ethernet, IEEE 802.3 and Token Ring required.
Q: What transport APIs does NetWare/3000 support?
A: NetWare/3000 supports IPX, SPX and NetBIOS. Developers kits
are available upon request.
Q: When will the performance release of with patch for
NetWare 3.01b be available?
A: The performance patch will be available in September 1992 on the
patch machine.
Q: When will NetWare 3.11 be available?
A: NetWare 3.11 for the HP 3000 will be available 2H 1993.
Q: What is the recommended system sizing to user load for NetWare/3000?
A:
Number Recommended MBytes of Memory
of Users System for NetWare
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1 - 25 917 or higher 32 MB
50 - 75 937 " " 57 MB
75 - 150 957 " " 94 MB
150 - 250 967 " " 144 MB
Q: What is the rule of thumb for server memory per user?
A: NetWare will require 24 MBytes to be functional and to support ten
users. NetWare will require an additional 0.5 MBytes per user
beyond the initial ten users.
Q: Is NetWare supported on the Multi-Processor systems?
A: Yes, NetWare will operate on a Multi-Processor system however only
in single processor mode.
Q: How can I spool my MPE output to a NetWare printer?
A: Use NBSpool from Quest.
Q: How can I receive a demo copy of NetWare for the HP 3000.
A: Prior to late September use the SE tape, after late September
when the performance patch is available copy the software
(complete product) from the CSY patch machine.
Q: When will Native NetWare be available on the HP 3000?
A: Native NetWare will not be available on HP9000 or HP3000. The
NetWare PA-RISC product will run directly over PA-RISC, in the same way
as the operating systems of HP 3000s and HP 3000s operate over PA-RISC.
NetWare is an operating system in it's own right and so can standalone
without either MPE or HP-UX. The advantages of NetWare running on the
MPE platform are the ability to simultaneously run MPE applications
with NetWare file and print services. In situations where file and
print services are all that is required the Intel or PA-RISC NetWare
servers will usually be preferable.
Q: Is Software Vendor supported with NetWare for the HP 3000?
A: Yes, Software Vendor is supported on NetWare for the HP 3000.
Q: Is Btrieve available with NetWare for the HP 3000?
A: Btrieve is not available today. However it is under investigation.
Q. What is needed for VT to the HP 3000?
A. NS 2.1 for NetWare on the client PC.
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