Integration with SA

This section describes the integration, contexts, KPIs, Metrics, and reports, if any, associated with the integration with the Server Automation data source.

The purpose of the integration of SA  as a data source is to bring quality management information into the Data Warehouse.

For details about Server Automation (SA), see http://www8.hp.com/us/en/software-solutions/server-automation-software/index.html.

ClosedTo access:

Select ADMIN > > Data Management > Connect Data Source then click Add data source and select SA to activate the integration processes for the SA data source.

ClosedContent Packs and their functionality

To learn about Content Packs and their functionality, see Data Management - Connect the Data Sources.

ClosedImportant Information

  • The SA Content Pack supports multiple instances.
  • All fields are case-sensitive.

ClosedActivate the Integration

  1. Prerequisite:

    • Check the . for supported versions.

  2. Select ADMIN > Data Management > Connect Data Source then click Add data source.

  3. The Add Data Source page opens. Select the SA data source type.

  4. Select or enter the configuration parameters.

  5. Click Next to proceed to the validation page.

ClosedSA Activation Page

Mandatory fields are marked with a red asterisk.

User interface elements are described below:

UI Element

Description

Instance name Enter a name for the data source instance you are activating.
SA Version

Select the relevant SA version. For details, see the ..

Time Zone Select the time zone for the data source.
Data Source Type

Oracle

This parameter is read only.

User Enter your username used to log on to the SA database.
Password Enter your password used to log on to the SA database.
Hostname/IP Address The remote server on which the SA database resides.
Port

Enter the port of the SA DB. By default, the port number is 1521.

SID Enter the unique name of the database.
Service Name Enter the alias used when connecting.
Initial Load Period (months) Select the number of months from which you want the initial data loaded.

ClosedSA-Related KPIs and Metrics

For details about the KPIs and Metrics related to the integration with SA, see KPIs and Metrics.