HP c8000 - User Manual

Technical Reference Guide
HP workstation c8000
Document Part Number: 5969-3188
Second Edition
July 2004
This manual contains an overview of system specifications, instructions
for removing and replacing system components, information on
configuring your system using the included tools and interfaces, and
detailed troubleshooting information.

HP c8000 Specifications

General

Brand	HP
Model	c8000
Category	Desktop
Language	English

Summary

Important Safety Warnings

Product Information

System Features

Power Specifications

Electrical specifications, ratings, and current outputs of the power supply.

System Configuration

Boot Console Handler (BCH)

Introduction to the Boot Console Handler (BCH) for system firmware configuration.

Accessing the BCH

Methods to access the BCH via keyboard or serial console connection.

BCH Commands

List and description of interactive BCH commands for system management.

Firmware Upgrades

Installing or Replacing Parts

Tools and Safety

Required tools and essential safety precautions for hardware tasks.

Removing and Replacing Access Panels

Removing and Replacing Internal Components

Overview of instructions for removing/replacing various internal system components.

Airflow Guide and Memory Fan

Memory Modules

Information on memory slots, module types, and installation guidelines.

PCI and AGP Cards

Instructions for accessing and replacing PCI and AGP accessory cards.

Optical Drives (CD or DVD)

Hard Drives

Detailed instructions for removing and replacing hard drives.

External SCSI Devices

Power Supply

Steps for removing and replacing the system's power supply unit.

Hard Drive and Chassis Fans

Front Control Module

Replacing the Processor or Installing an Additional Processor

Detailed steps for replacing or adding processor modules.

System Board

Procedures for removing and replacing the main system board.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Overview

Identifying and Diagnosing Hardware Problems

Methods for diagnosing hardware issues using LEDs and system logs.

BCH Error and Warning Messages

Troubleshooting the Power Supply

Specific steps for diagnosing and resolving power supply issues.