Navigate to the ACU directory (usually C:\Program Files (x86)\HP\HP Configuration Utility\bin). Type: hpacucli controller all show config
For Windows Server 2012 R2, the ACU is typically used for ProLiant Gen7 and earlier servers. If you are using a Gen8, Gen9, or Gen10 server, you should look for the HP Smart Storage Administrator (SSA) instead, as it is the direct successor to the ACU.
Extract Files: The installer will ask for a location to extract the setup files. The default location is usually C:\swsetup. 3. Launch Setup: Navigate to the extraction folder and run setup.exe. Navigate to the ACU directory (usually C:\Program Files
Follow the Wizard: Accept the license agreement and choose the installation path.
Look for the category labeled Software - Storage Administration. Extract Files: The installer will ask for a
Once you have downloaded the executable (usually a .exe file), follow these steps:
HP (now HPE) has moved most of its legacy drivers and tools to the HPE Support Center. Follow these steps to find the correct download: Visit the HPE Support Center website. Launch Setup: Navigate to the extraction folder and
The HP Smart Array Configuration Utility (ACU) is a critical tool for managing RAID arrays on older ProLiant servers. While it has largely been replaced by the HP Smart Storage Administrator (SSA) in newer generations, many admins running Windows Server 2012 R2 still rely on the classic ACU to maintain legacy hardware.