Dell Precision M4500 Administrator's Manual

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Back to Contents PageOverviewIntel ® Active Management Technology (Intel AMT) allows companies to easily manage their networked computers.Discover computing assets on a network regardless of whether the computer is turned on or off – Intel AMT usesinformation stored in nonvolatile system memory to access the computer. The computer can even be accessed while itis powered off (also called out-of-band or OOB access).Remotely repair computers even after operating system failures – In the event of a software or operating systemfailure, Intel AMT can be used to access the computer remotely for repair purposes. IT administrators can also detectcomputer system problems easily with the assistance of Intel AMT's out-of-band event logging and alerting.Protect networks from incoming threats while easily keeping software and virus protection up to date across thenetwork.Software SupportSeveral independent software vendors (ISVs) are building software packages to work with Intel AMT features. This provides ITadministrators many options when it comes to remotely managing the networked computer assets within their company.Features and BenefitsIntel AMTFeatures BenefitsOut-of-band (OOB) access Allows remote management of platforms regardless of system power or operatingsystem stateRemote troubleshooting andrecovery Significantly reduces desk-side visits, increasing the efficiency of IT technical staffProactive alerting Decreases downtime and minimizes repair timesComputer RequirementsThe computer referred to in this document consists of the Intel ® 5 Series Chipset Family/Intel ® PCH platform, and ismanaged by Intel Management Engine. The following firmware and software requirements are required for the installation andset up before the Intel Management Engine can be configured and run in the client computer:An SPI flash device programmed with Intel AMT 6.0 flash image integrating BIOS, Intel Management Engine, and GbEcomponent images.BIOS set up with Intel AMT enabled can access MEBx setup from F12 menu.To enable all of the Intel Management Engine features within Microsoft Operating System, device drivers (Intel ®MEI/SOL/LMS) must be installed and configured on the client system for features to work/run correctly run in the clientsystem.* Information on this page provided by Intel.Back to Contents PageNOTE: The Intel Management Engine BIOS Extension (MEBx) is an optional ROM module provided to Dell™ from Intelthat is included in the Dell BIOS. The MEBx has been customized for Dell computers.