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HP CMU Cluster Management Utility (CMU) is an efficient software utility for centralized system admin/ management of HPC clusters. It enables rapid cloning across on cluster nodes, and supports scalable and customizable monitoring and administration.
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Q1. Can CMU be used to manage a mix of Linux distributions within the same cluster?A1. Yes. With CMU you can establish multiple, different images. You can deploy those images across the entire cluster, or deploy on specified groups of nodes and run multiple images simultaneously in the cluster.
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| Q2. Do you plan to support Debian?A2. The Linux distributions supported as standard by CMU are Red Hat EL and Novell SUSE. On a custom basis, HP Services can be contracted to enable support for other operating environments, including Debian. |
Q3. Can CMU be used to manage a cluster with a mix of hardware servers?
A3. CMU can be used in clusters having a mix of supported ProLiant servers including BladeSystems based on Xeon or Opteron processors; or in clusters having a mix of Integrity servers. |
Q4. Can CMU be run with SIM, StorageEssentials, or other OpenView products?
A4. Yes. The CMU management node must be a Linux server. This server needs to be in the same network than the compute nodes to allow provisioning. Other software can co-exist on the same management server independent of CMU. |
Q5. Does CMU require its own agents on the compute nodes, or does it use standard SIM agents?
A5. CMU has its own agents on the compute nodes, which gather information for the CMU servers. The CMU agents can be configured to gather and display a broad set of information, including SIM agent information. CMU agents are specifically developed to minimize daemon load on the compute nodes. Use of other agents is supported, but can impact the overall compute capability available for application workloads. |
Q6. For collecting real-time performance statistics, do you have sizing suggestions for the management node used with CMU?
A6. Our experience is that any recent workstation or server has been sufficient. Generally we use a ProLiant DL380 or DL385 as the management node for ProLiant clusters, or an Integrity rx2620 server for Integrity servers. |
Q7. How do I obtain CMU for a new system?
A7. You can purchase CMU standalone, or as part of a cluster order. CMU is a featured option for both HP Cluster Platforms, and in Americas and Asia/Pacific, as an option on Cluster Platform Express. CMU can be factory installed, as an option, when purchasing an integrated cluster. |
Q8. Can I purchase CMU as a stand alone product, and install on my existing HP Cluster?
A8. Yes you can install CMU software on existing HPC cluster as long as you conform to the CMU QuickSpecs and the system support matrix. Ordering information is provided in the same CMU QuickSpecs. |
Q9. How do I get support if I install HP CMU?
A9. HP provides warranty support for HP Systems Insight Manager for the first 90 days after installation. North America customers can call 1-800-HP Invent to receive support. Customers in other countries can use this link: support phone numbers all other countries.
After the first 90 days, both fixed and flexible care pack services are available. Standard technical support and update service is offered for coverage 9 by 5, and for 24 by 7, for durations of one or three years (See Quickspecs for part numbers.) For other coverage options, consult your HP Services Representative or reseller.
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Q10. What training and consulting services are available for CMU?
A10. HP Services, and our C&I organization, has a broad range of offerings to assist with deployment and management of HPC clusters, including CMU-based solutions. Options include on-site assistance with quickstart, knowledge transfer, and training. Contact your HP Services Representative or contact HP via our HPC Web Form. |
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