HP Smart Array Advanced Pack Keygen: What You Need to Know Before You Download and Apply It
HP Smart Array Advanced Pack Keygen: A Guide for Enhancing Your Storage Performance and Reliability
If you are using an HP Smart Array controller to manage your storage devices, you might be interested in learning more about the HP Smart Array Advanced Pack (SAAP), a group of firmware that provides additional and advanced features for your controller. In this article, we will explain what SAAP is, what are its benefits, how to install it on your controller, how to use its features, and how to get a keygen to activate it. By the end of this article, you will be able to enhance your storage performance and reliability with SAAP.
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What is HP Smart Array Advanced Pack (SAAP)?
HP Smart Array Advanced Pack (SAAP) is a group of firmware that provides additional and advanced feature functionality within the Smart Array Controllers that requires a license key for activation. Some of the features that SAAP offers are:
RAID 6 (ADG): This feature provides protection against data loss in case of two simultaneous drive failures. It also improves performance by distributing data across more drives.
RAID 60: This feature combines RAID 6 and RAID 0 to provide both high performance and high fault tolerance. It is ideal for large data sets that require both speed and security.
Advanced Capacity Expansion (ACE): This feature allows you to add more drives to an existing array without taking it offline or affecting its performance. It also allows you to migrate data from one array to another with minimal downtime.
Mirror Splitting and Recombining: This feature allows you to split a mirrored array into two independent arrays, or recombine two arrays into one mirrored array. This is useful for backup, recovery, or migration purposes.
Dual Domain: This feature provides redundancy and load balancing across two SAS domains. It also improves availability and performance by allowing access to drives from both controllers in case of a failure.
Performance Optimization-Degraded Reads and Read Coalescing: These features improve the read performance of degraded or rebuilding arrays by optimizing the data access patterns.
These are just some of the features that SAAP offers. You can find more details about each feature in the official HP documentation.
What are the benefits of using SAAP?
By using SAAP on your HP Smart Array controller, you can enjoy several benefits, such as:
Improved storage performance: By using features such as RAID 6, RAID 60, Dual Domain, and Performance Optimization, you can increase the speed and efficiency of your data access and transfer.
Improved storage reliability: By using features such as RAID 6, RAID 60, ACE, and Mirror Splitting and Recombining, you can protect your data from loss or corruption due to drive failures or other errors.
Improved storage flexibility: By using features such as ACE, Mirror Splitting and Recombining, and Dual Domain, you can expand, migrate, or reconfigure your storage arrays without affecting their availability or performance.
Improved storage management: By using the array configuration utilities that support SAAP features, you can easily configure and manage your storage arrays with a graphical or command-line interface.
These are some of the benefits that SAAP offers. You can find more information about the value proposition of SAAP in this white paper.
What is a keygen and why do you need one for SAAP?
A keygen is a software tool that generates a license key for a software product. A license key is a code that verifies that you have purchased and are authorized to use the software product. Without a license key, you cannot activate or use the software product.
As we mentioned earlier, SAAP is a group of firmware that requires a license key for activation. This means that you need to purchase a SAAP license from HP or an authorized reseller, and then apply the license key to your HP Smart Array controller. Otherwise, you will not be able to use the SAAP features on your controller.
However, some people may not want to pay for the SAAP license, or may not have access to an official source of the license. In that case, they may resort to using a keygen to generate a fake or unauthorized license key for SAAP. A keygen may claim to be able to generate a valid and working license key for SAAP, but in reality, it may not work at all, or it may cause problems for your controller or your storage devices.
Using a keygen for SAAP is not recommended, as it may have several risks and disadvantages, such as:
It is illegal: Using a keygen for SAAP is a form of software piracy, which is a violation of intellectual property rights and laws. You may face legal consequences if you are caught using a pirated license key for SAAP.
It is unsafe: Using a keygen for SAAP may expose your computer or your controller to malware, viruses, or other malicious software. A keygen may contain hidden code that can harm your system or steal your data.
It is unreliable: Using a keygen for SAAP may not guarantee that the license key will work properly or at all. A keygen may generate an invalid or expired license key that will not activate the SAAP features on your controller. Or, it may generate a license key that will interfere with the normal functioning of your controller or your storage devices.
It is unsupported: Using a keygen for SAAP will void your warranty and support from HP. If you encounter any issues or problems with your controller or your storage devices while using a pirated license key for SAAP, you will not be able to get any help or assistance from HP or its authorized partners.
Therefore, it is strongly advised that you do not use a keygen for SAAP, and instead purchase a genuine and official license key from HP or an authorized reseller. This way, you can ensure that you are using the SAAP features legally, safely, reliably, and with full support from HP.
How to install SAAP on your HP Smart Array controller
Now that you know what SAAP is and why you need a legitimate license key for it, let's see how you can install it on your HP Smart Array controller. The installation process involves three main steps: checking the requirements and prerequisites, downloading and applying the license key, and verifying that SAAP is activated and working.
Checking the requirements and prerequisites
Before you install SAAP on your HP Smart Array controller, you need to make sure that you meet the following requirements and prerequisites:
You have an HP Smart Array controller that supports SAAP. You can check the compatibility list of controllers and firmware versions that support SAAP in this document.
You have updated the firmware of your HP Smart Array controller to the latest version. You can download the latest firmware from the HP website or use the HP Smart Update Manager (HP SUM) tool to update the firmware automatically.
You have purchased a SAAP license from HP or an authorized reseller. You should receive an email with the license key and instructions on how to apply it.
You have backed up your data on your storage devices before installing SAAP. Installing SAAP will not affect your data, but it is always recommended to have a backup in case of any unexpected issues or errors.
Downloading and applying the license key
Once you have met the requirements and prerequisites, you can proceed to download and apply the license key for SAAP on your HP Smart Array controller. There are two ways to do this: using the Online License Key Application Tool (OLKAT) or using the Offline License Key Application Tool (OLKAT).
Using the Online License Key Application Tool (OLKAT)</h AT)
The Online License Key Application Tool (OLKAT) is a web-based tool that allows you to apply the license key for SAAP on your HP Smart Array controller over the internet. To use this tool, you need to have an internet connection and a web browser. The steps to use the OLKAT are as follows:
Go to the OLKAT website and enter your email address and the license key that you received from HP or an authorized reseller.
Select the HP Smart Array controller that you want to apply the license key to. You can choose from a list of detected controllers or enter the serial number of your controller manually.
Click on the Apply License Key button and wait for the confirmation message that the license key has been applied successfully.
The OLKAT will also send you an email with the confirmation and a copy of the license key for your records. You can also download a PDF file with the license key and instructions on how to apply it offline in case you need to reinstall SAAP in the future.
Using the Offline License Key Application Tool (OLKAT)
The Offline License Key Application Tool (OLKAT) is a command-line tool that allows you to apply the license key for SAAP on your HP Smart Array controller without an internet connection. To use this tool, you need to have a USB flash drive or a floppy disk with the OLKAT executable file and the license key file. The steps to use the OLKAT are as follows:
Download the OLKAT executable file from the HP website and save it on your USB flash drive or floppy disk.
Copy the license key file that you received from HP or an authorized reseller to the same USB flash drive or floppy disk.
Insert the USB flash drive or floppy disk into your server that has the HP Smart Array controller that you want to apply the license key to.
Boot your server and enter the BIOS setup menu.
Select the option to boot from the USB flash drive or floppy disk.
Run the OLKAT executable file and follow the instructions on the screen to apply the license key for SAAP on your HP Smart Array controller.
The OLKAT will also display a confirmation message that the license key has been applied successfully. You can also print a copy of the license key and instructions on how to apply it online in case you need to reinstall SAAP in the future.
Verifying that SAAP is activated and working
After you have applied the license key for SAAP on your HP Smart Array controller, you need to verify that SAAP is activated and working properly. There are two ways to do this: using the HP Array Configuration Utility (ACU) or using the HP Smart Storage Administrator (SSA).
Using the HP Array Configuration Utility (ACU)
The HP Array Configuration Utility (ACU) is a graphical tool that allows you to configure and manage your storage arrays with SAAP features. To use this tool, you need to have it installed on your server or access it remotely from another computer. The steps to use the ACU are as follows:
Launch the ACU from your server or from another computer that has access to your server.
Select your HP Smart Array controller from the list of available controllers.
Click on the Controller Settings tab and then click on More Information.
Check if SAAP is listed under Licensed Features and if it shows as Enabled.
If SAAP is listed and enabled, then it means that SAAP is activated and working on your HP Smart Array controller. You can also see which SAAP features are available for your controller and how to use them in the ACU.
Using the HP Smart Storage Administrator (SSA)
The HP Smart Storage Administrator (SSA) is a web-based tool that allows you to configure and manage your storage arrays with SAAP features. To use this tool, you need to have it installed on your server or access it remotely from another computer. The steps to use the SSA are as follows:
Launch the SSA from your server or from another computer that has access to your server.
Select your HP Smart Array controller from the list of available controllers.
Click on the Controller Settings tab and then click on More Information.
Check if SAAP is listed under Licensed Features and if it shows as Enabled.
If SAAP is listed and enabled, then it means that SAAP is activated and working on your HP Smart Array controller. You can also see which SAAP features are available for your controller and how to use them in the SSA.
How to use SAAP features on your HP Smart Array controller
Now that you have installed and verified SAAP on your HP Smart Array controller, you can start using its features to enhance your storage performance and reliability. In this section, we will briefly explain what are the main features of SAAP and how to use them with the ACU or the SSA.
RAID 6 (ADG) and RAID 60
RAID 6 (ADG) and RAID 60 are two RAID levels that provide protection against data loss in case of two simultaneous drive failures. They also improve performance by distributing data across more drives. RAID 6 (ADG) uses a single array of drives, while RAID 60 uses two or more sub-arrays of RAID 6.
To use RAID 6 (ADG) or RAID 60 on your HP Smart Array controller, you need to have at least four or eight drives respectively. You also need to have enough free space on your drives to create a new array or expand an existing one. You can use the ACU or the SSA to create or expand a RAID 6 (ADG) or RAID 60 array as follows:
Launch the ACU or the SSA from your server or from another computer that has access to your server.
Select your HP Smart Array controller from the list of available controllers.
Click on the Array Configuration tab and then click on Create Array or Expand Array.
Select the drives that you want to use for the new or expanded array and click on Next.
Select RAID 6 (ADG) or RAID 60 as the RAID level and click on Next.
Specify the size, stripe size, and name of the logical drive and click on Next.
Review the summary of the array configuration and click on Finish.
The ACU or the SSA will create or expand the RAID 6 (ADG) or RAID 60 array and display a confirmation message. You can also monitor the progress and status of the array creation or expansion in the ACU or the SSA.
Advanced Capacity Expansion (ACE)
Advanced Capacity Expansion (ACE) is a feature that allows you to add more drives to an existing array without taking it offline or affecting its performance. It also allows you to migrate data from one array to another with minimal downtime. ACE is useful for increasing the capacity, performance, or fault tolerance of your storage arrays.
To use ACE on your HP Smart Array controller, you need to have at least one free drive that is compatible with your existing array. You also need to have enough free space on your existing array to accommodate the new drive. You can use the ACU or the SSA to perform an ACE operation as follows:
Launch the ACU or the SSA from your server or from another computer that has access to your server.
Select your HP Smart Array controller from the list of available controllers.
Click on the Array Configuration tab and then click on Migrate Drive.
Select the source array that you want to expand or migrate and click on Next.
Select the destination array that you want to migrate to, or select Create New Array if you want to create a new array with the new drive.
Select the RAID level and the stripe size of the destination array and click on Next.
Review the summary of the migration operation and click on Finish.
The ACU or the SSA will perform the ACE operation and display a confirmation message. You can also monitor the progress and status of the migration operation in the ACU or the SSA.
Mirror Splitting and Recombining
Mirror Splitting and Recombining is a feature that allows you to split a mirrored array into two independent arrays, or recombine two arrays into one mirrored array. This is useful for backup, recovery, or migration purposes. For example, you can split a mirrored array to create a backup copy of your data, or recombine two arrays to restore your data from a backup copy.
To use Mirror Splitting and Recombining on your HP Smart Array controller, you need to have a mirrored array that you want to split or recombine. You also need to have enough free space on your controller to accommodate the new or recombined array. You can use the ACU or the SSA to perform a Mirror Splitting or Recombining operation as follows:
Launch the ACU or the SSA from your server or from another computer that has access to your server.
Select your HP Smart Array controller from the list of available controllers.
Click on the Array Configuration tab and then click on Split Mirror or Recombine Mirror.
Select the source array that you want to split or recombine and click on Next.
Select the destination array that you want to split to or recombine from, or select Create New Array if you want to create a new array with the split or recombined data.
Select the RAID level and the stripe size of the destination array and click on Next.
Review the summary of the splitting or recombining operation and click on Finish.
The ACU or the SSA will perform the Mirror Splitting or Recombining operation and display a confirmation message. You can also monitor the progress and status of the splitting or recombining operation in the ACU or the SSA.
Dual Domain
Dual Domain is a feature that provides redundancy and load balancing across two SAS domains. It also improves availability and performance by allowing access to drives from both controllers in case of a failure. Dual Domain is useful for enhancing the fault tolerance and scalability of your storage arrays.
To use Dual Domain on your HP Smart Array controller, you need to have two HP Smart Array controllers that support Dual Domain, and at least two SAS drives that support Dual Domain. You also need to have a SAS expander card that connects both controllers and drives. You can use the ACU or the SSA to enable Dual Domain as follows:
Launch the ACU or the SSA from your server or from another computer that has access to your server.
Select one of the HP Smart Array controllers from the list of available controllers.
Click on the Controller Settings tab and then click on Modify Controller Settings.
Select Enable Dual Domain Support and click on Save.
Repeat steps 2-4 for the other HP Smart Array controller.
The ACU or the SSA will enable Dual Domain support on both controllers and display a confirmation message. You can also check the status and configuration of Dual Domain in the ACU or the SSA.
Performance Optimization-Degraded Reads and Read Coalescing
Performance Optimization-Degraded Reads and Read Coalescing are two features that improve the read performance of degraded or rebuilding arrays by optimizing the data access patterns. Degraded Reads improves the read performance of RAID 5 or RAID 6 arrays that have one or more failed drives by skipping the parity calculations. Read Coalescing improves the read performance of any array that is undergoing a rebuild or expansion by combining multiple small reads into one large read.
To use Performance Optimization-Degraded Reads and Read Coalescing on your HP Smart Array controller, you do not need to do anything special, as these features are enabled by default and work automatically. However, you can use the ACU or