Apr 26, 2011 unless im alone here, i imagine there are a lot of hp mediasmart users out there pondering the exact same thing i have been. I am running a e5200 and e8500 cpu, so i do not know if you have a upgraded cpu will work. If you have a question create a new topic by clicking here and select the. I have my server set up to power itself down every evening and restart in the morning, 90% of the time, this works great, 10% the system hangs. Oct 28, 2010 hp laptop full factory restore e2 14 17 folio g1 g2 1020 840 550 15t 17t 15z reinstall windows reset duration. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. The hp mediasmart server was a home server from hewlettpackard that ran microsoft s windows home server operating system. I succeeded to install mavericks on my hp mediasmart ex490 and wanted to share my experience so that others can use it. Drivers for hp ex47 mediasmart servers viz vista by ed tittel. Hackers and enthusiasts have modded the ex470 by adding a vga monitor.
This is hp s official website that will help automatically detect and download the correct drivers free of cost for your hp computing and printing products for windows and mac operating system. Information and links in this thread may no longer be available or relevant. Hp mediasmart server ex490ex495 advertisement youtube. Hp mss ex490 motherboard failure the windows home server.
Laserjet pro p1102 paper jam, elitebook 840 g3 bios update need help finding your product name or product number. This is an advertisement, made by hp, to showcase the abilities of their ex490ex495 range, running windows home server. Customer support resources for hp laserjet printers. Installing and configuring the mediasmart server ex490 is a bit of a challenge and takes a long time. This document applies to hp mediasmart server ex490 and ex495.
Which replacement motherboard for hp mediasmart home server. Unless im alone here, i imagine there are a lot of hp mediasmart users out there pondering the exact same thing i have been. The hp mediasmart server was a home server from hewlettpackard that ran microsofts windows home server operating system. Ive had no response from overtek here in the uk as yet with regard to a replacement psu for the hp mediasmart server ex490. This is hps official website that will help automatically detect and download the correct drivers free of cost for your hp computing and printing products for windows and mac operating system. As such i will be focusing on the effort and results, and see if all this was worthwhile. Hp ex490 mediasmart server no network light spiceworks. If you did not close the hp mediasmart server control center, as indicated in step 1, you may see a message asking you to reboot your computer. Server recovery disk for regenerating the server os. And theres no comparison when it comes to ethernet and sata io performance. Over the past few months, ive been intrigued with the idea of attaching a vga monitor to the hp ex470. Hp proliant server motherboard 536391001 538935001. Is the install diskor download for hp mediasmart server. The reason the pc has to be directely connected to the ex490ex495 during the os recoveryreload, is, the pc you are on will run a dhcp server on it temporarily, it also then runs a tftp server on the pc, it gives out a particular ip to the pc, and to the ex490ex495, and if you have a router plugged into your lan, this dhcp temp server will.
I was recently given an old hp mediasmart ex470 server along with. Product specifications the product specifications contain information about the hp mediasmart server, its requirements, and standards. A windows computer is mandatory for the initial setup because. Hp ex490 mediasmart server drivers, free and safe download. Hacking the hp ex470475 mediasmart servers toms hardware. The motherboard is the same size and general layout as previous. The ex470 mediasmart server features a 500 gb internal hard drive sata, 7200 rpm, 512 mb of installed ddr2 ram, four hard drive bays for additional expansion using offtheshelf sata i or ii hard drives, a gigabit ethernet port for ultrafast networking and connection to a wireless router, four usb 2. Some internet content sites are not yet supported by. Attempting to recover hp mediasmart server on an upgraded win10 desktop. Hp mediasmart server is a software program developed by hewlettpackard. Slm2020wxaa include keywords along with product name. I am not using raid on my box just using two drives one for the os and programs and one for data backup.
Converting a hp ex485 mediasmart home server that was given to me. This article is based around upgrading the hardware in an hp mediasmart server ex490. This wraps up our look at the new hp mediasmart server ex490 and. I cant get it to boot to any os, nor can i find the software to restore it or even install the home server software on it. Upgrading my hp whs mediasmart ex495 to windows home. Every time i take my server apart whether it be at upgrade the ram to 2gb or upgrade the processor i cant help but to notice the empty connectors on the motherboard. I am not the owner, and if anyone objects to this being here, just whip off. Recalling an hp mediasmart server to active duty stephen. Download the latest drivers, firmware, and software for your. To get one you would need to plug vga adapter for hp mediasmart server into the cn2 socket on the hp ex490 motherboard.
Alex explains how to get the latest version of windows home server installed on either a ex485, ex487, ex490, ex495, x510 datavault or an lx195. The ex490ex495 servers may be a bit older than hps brand new gen8 microserver but with a q8200s cpu fitted the ex490ex495 actually works out 9% faster than the fastest of the gen8 microservers that hp sell the g2020t powered one, the g1610t version is of course even slower theres plenty of life left in this great machine yet if paired. You can then manage the server directly using usb keyboard and mouse. For samsung print products, enter the mc or model code found on the product label. Feb 25, 2019 there is no monitor output connector on the hp ex490 mediasmart server. Highperformance home servernas platform the hp mediasmart ex490. Is it possible the small gains on the hp dual core setup are a limitation of the motherboard.
Theres a header on the motherboard for the onboard video, but no published pinout so that you could create your own cable, and no standard video connector on the back. At any rate, i would highly consider moving away from any windowsbased file server platform. Some internet content sites are not yet supported by this server. Turning your hp mss ex49x into a virtual server part 1. Select hp mediasmart server in the left menu and click the hp update tab. The hp mediasmart server has no slots for the installation of a video card. Alex explains how to get the latest version of windows home server installed on either a ex485, ex487, ex490, ex495, x510 datavault or. May 31, 2017 shut down, move to ex490 and it should boot up.
Hp mediasmart server install software on the first pc. To anyone with an hp 490 server i cant find the cds problem. Feb 15, 2009 since middecember, my windows home server hp mediasmart ex470 now loaded with 3tb ceased successfully completing backups on my windows 7 pro machines both 32bit and 64bit, but continued to comple. The hp mediasmart server istream application is a free downloadable software application that allows you to stream your photo, music and video libraries stored on your hp mediasmart server ex490ex495 to your iphone or ipod touch.
If you have a question create a new topic by clicking here and select the appropriate board. A lot of the features ill explain are available due to microsofts. The ex4857 come provisioned with an intel celeron 440, singlecore 2ghz processor. Memory upgrade hacking the hp ex470475 mediasmart servers. When attempting reinstall of software, a dialogue box appears saying the home connector software is already installed. These servers have new hardware including faster processors, more memory, and higher capacity hard drives. I verified that a mainboard is not listed in the hp parts list. Mar 05, 2009 i just finished an article for toms hardware on hacking the amdbased hp mediasmart server models ex470 and ex475, to be completely specific. It explains how to upgrade the memory, and drop in a more powerful cpu for those to whom the urge to tinker is strong. Its provides a great solution to the storage, backup and streaming of media and documents around the home and across the web.
Later articles will cover installing vmware virtual server 2. Hp mediasmart server ex490 photos, specs, and price engadget. Softwaredefined, enterprise servers, and server systems that help you operate at business speed. Hp mediasmart server on windows 10 hp support community. Mar 11, 2009 when it comes to performing a memory upgrade, the obvious options are to go from 512 mb to either 1. Hp mediasmart ex490, windows home server w intel celeron 2. Converting a hp ex485 mediasmart home server to use. After the install wizard checks for pending updates on your server, you will see the select package page where you can select the search button. The hp media smart server is the allinone solution to manage your media. Remember that these stats are for the ex495 and that the ex490 will be a little bit less with its lower power celeron processor. This document applies to hp mediasmart server ex490.
It was a very small even smaller than the newer gen8 proliant microserver yet feature rich home server. View online or download hp ex485 mediasmart server 2 gb ram user manual. Mediasmart server veterans will notice the box contents dont differ from previous generations, but those opening up a server for the first time will appreciate the fact it ships with the necessary goods to get the server up and running. Hp ex490 ex495 mediasmart servers were at one time very popular option for a home server. Is the install diskor download for hp mediasmart server ex490 avalable. Since middecember, my windows home server hp mediasmart ex470 now loaded with 3tb ceased successfully completing backups on my windows 7 pro machines both 32bit and 64bit, but continued to comple. So without further ado, those of you with a mediasmart can now install whs2011 on it courtesy of ex hp employee alex kuretz of. I just finished an article for toms hardware on hacking the amdbased hp mediasmart server models ex470 and ex475, to be completely specific. Although hp announced its secondgeneration ex485 and ex487 mediasmart servers in september 2008, they didnt start shipping in volume in the united states until february 2, 2009.
There are usually aftermarket stores that sell parts. The reason the pc has to be directely connected to the ex490 ex495 during the os recoveryreload, is, the pc you are on will run a dhcp server on it temporarily, it also then runs a tftp server on the pc, it gives out a particular ip to the pc, and to the ex490 ex495, and if you have a router plugged into your lan, this dhcp temp server will. Hp ex490ex495 mediasmart servers the media powerhouse. Went through recovery process uninstalling all software related to server. The hp ex490 media smart server is the allinone solution to manage your media. Hp ex490, 4gb, e5300, 15tb server 2012 sharing and streaming hp ex487, 4gb, e5300, tb server 2012 essentials backups.
Dec 02, 20 the ex490 ex495 servers may be a bit older than hp s brand new gen8 microserver but with a q8200s cpu fitted the ex490 ex495 actually works out 9% faster than the fastest of the gen8 microservers that hp sell the g2020t powered one, the g1610t version is of course even slower theres plenty of life left in this great machine yet if paired. Drivers for hp ex47 mediasmart servers viz vista by ed. Hp mediasmart server using server recovery and factory. I created disk images of the three cds that come with the server. Hp recently released two new versions of their mediasmart server, the ex490 and the ex495.
I bought a breakout box several years ago hp mediasmart server vgaps2serial debug board which is no longer available. Ssd as system disk in ex495 the windows home server. While more powerful than the current crop of atompowered nas devices like the thecus n4200, it wont survive a blowtoblow fight with qnaps core 2 duobased ts809. Has anyone tried to repurpose it and install freenas on it. Hp ex485 mediasmart server 2 gb ram pdf user manuals. First launching in the us a couple years ago, is finally available in australia. Automate resource provisioning, configuration, and monitoring with the hpe oneview. Hp mediasmart server install software on additional pcs.
I would get the part number for the mainboard directly from a label on the board and do an internet search. Mar 03, 2008 over the past few months, ive been intrigued with the idea of attaching a vga monitor to the hp ex470. These 4bay home servers came with microsoft windows home server v1 as the operating system. Hp laptop full factory restore e2 14 17 folio g1 g2 1020 840 550 15t 17t 15z reinstall windows reset duration. Gigabit network connection the hp mediasmart ex490 features a gigabit ethernet. Turning your hp mss ex49x into a virtual server part 1 introduction. May 09, 2014 this is an advertisement, made by hp, to showcase the abilities of their ex490 ex495 range, running windows home server. Upgrading the hp ex485487 server processor mediasmart home. View full album overview the hp ex490 mediasmart server is a small, quiet server designed for home use. There is no monitor output connector on the hp ex490 mediasmart server. Should i remove hp mediasmart server by hewlettpackard. View full hp mediasmart ex495 server specs on cnet.
Hp ex490ex495 mediasmart servers were at one time very popular option for a home server. I have misplaced mine and actually answered by a verified tech support specialist. Hp mediasmart ex495 windows home server system featuring. We delete comments that violate our policy, which we encourage you to read. When it comes to performing a memory upgrade, the obvious options are to go from 512 mb to either 1. The hp mediasmart server istream application is a free downloadable software application that allows you to stream your photo, music and video libraries stored on your hp mediasmart server ex490 ex495 to your iphone or ipod touch. Upgrading my hp whs mediasmart ex495 to windows home server. See how to deploy faster and simplify lifecycle operations in your own environment with a 60day instant free trial. The hp mediasmart server software will automatically be installed on the computer where you performed the server recovery or factory reset.
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