You can install a Communication Manager OVA on an Avaya Solutions Platform S8300 or Avaya Solutions Platform to control its operation over the corporate network. The server performs the following functions:
Backing up and restoring call processing, server, and security data using System Management Interface (SMI)
Checking server and process status
Monitoring the status of the system
Updating and managing patches
Installing license file
Managing the security configuration for the server
Installing new software and reconfiguring the server as required
Performing system and alarm configuration
Rebooting or shutting down the server
Managing users and passwords
For more information about Avaya servers, see Avaya Aura® Communication Manager Hardware Description and Reference.