This guide provides direct access to the and essential add-ins , maintained by the Home Server community. Critical Warning: Do not use a standard Windows installation disc. The EX470 requires a specific HP OEM recovery set to properly boot, install hardware drivers (LAN, SATA, RAID), and activate the MediaSmart services. Required Downloads 1. Server Recovery Discs (Restore Factory Image) | File Name | Version | Purpose | Link | |-----------|---------|---------|------| | HP_MediaSmart_Server_EX470_Recovery_DVD.iso | 1.3.8.35162 | Full system restore (System Drive Replacement) | Download from Archive.org * | | HP_MediaSmart_Server_Software_Update_3.0.exe | 3.0.9.35643 | Post-recovery update (Adds HP 3.0 features) | Download from Archive.org * |
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This server was discontinued in 2010, and HP officially removed support files around 2014. The original software (Windows Home Server 2003 + HP Software) is legally available via community archives, as Microsoft no longer supports WHSv1. Title: HP MediaSmart Server EX470 – Complete Software & Recovery Download Guide Introduction The HP MediaSmart Server EX470 was a pioneering device in home server storage, running Windows Home Server (WHS) v1 (based on Windows Server 2003). Because HP and Microsoft have officially ended support for this product, finding the original recovery software can be challenging.