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HP Workstation z400

HP Workstation z400
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HP Workstation z400 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ProcessorIntel Xeon
ChipsetIntel X58 Express
MemoryUp to 24 GB DDR3 ECC
StorageSupports SATA or SAS drives
GraphicsNVIDIA Quadro series, ATI FirePro series
Operating SystemWindows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Linux
Power Supply475W
Expansion Slots2 PCI, 1 PCIe x4, 1 PCIe x16, 1 PCIe x8

Summary

Locating HP resources

Product information

Details on HP Cool Tools, regulatory info, accessories, system board, labels, and Linux.

Product support

Online access to technical support, support centers, and warranty lookup.

Product documentation

Links to user guides, notifications, QuickSpecs, advisories, bulletins, and notices.

Product diagnostics

Information on Documentation and Diagnostics CD, diagnostic tools, and beep/LED codes.

Product updates

Guidance on updating software, BIOS, drivers, and operating systems for optimal performance.

Workstation components

HP Z400 Workstation components

Details on front and rear panel connectors and supported accessories.

HP Z600 Workstation components

Details on front and rear panel connectors and supported accessories.

HP Z800 Workstation components

Details on front and rear panel connectors and supported accessories.

Setting up the workstation

Ensuring proper ventilation

Guidelines for adequate ventilation to maintain optimal workstation operation.

Setup procedures

Steps to set up the workstation, including connecting peripherals and power.

Converting to desktop configuration

Instructions to reorient the workstation from mini-tower to desktop configuration.

Adding monitors

How to connect multiple monitors to the workstation using various graphics outputs.

Accessibility

HP's commitment to developing accessible products and information for all users.

Security

Information on workstation security features like locks and intrusion warnings.

Setting up the operating system

Setting up the Microsoft operating system

Guide for installing or upgrading Windows OS, including driver installation.

Setting up Red Hat Enterprise Linux

Instructions for setting up RHEL using HP Installer Kit and driver CDs.

Setting up Novell SLED

Steps to set up SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop (SLED) on preloaded systems.

Updating the workstation

Recommendations for installing latest BIOS, drivers, and software for performance.

Restoring the operating system

Restore methods

Overview of RestorePlus! and HP Backup and Recovery Manager for OS reinstallation.

Ordering backup software

How to order recovery disk sets if system recovery media cannot be created.

Restoring Windows Vista

Procedures for reinstalling Windows Vista using RestorePlus! media.

Restoring Windows XP Professional

Steps for creating restore media and restoring Windows XP Pro.

Restoring Novell SLED

Procedures for restoring the Linux operating system using SLED restore media.

Preparing for component installation

Disassembly and installation preparation

Table outlining the order of disassembly for installing components.

Preparing the workstation for component installation

Steps to prepare the workstation, including disconnecting power and removing side panels.

Installing memory

Supported memory configurations

Details on memory slots and configurations for Z400, Z600, and Z800 models.

Installing a DIMM

Step-by-step guide on how to install a DIMM into the memory socket.

Installing PCIPCIe devices

Expansion card slot identification

Description and diagram of expansion card slots for Z400, Z600, and Z800 workstations.

Installing an expansion card

Procedure for installing PCI or PCIe cards into the workstation's expansion slots.

Installing hard disk drives

HDD configuration

Table describing HDD bays, data cables, and connection methods for Z400, Z600, Z800.

Installing an HDD in an HP Z400 Workstation

Detailed steps for installing a hard disk drive into the Z400 chassis.

Installing an HDD in an HP Z600 or Z800 Workstation

Detailed steps for installing a hard disk drive into the Z600/Z800 chassis.

Installing optical disk drives

Installing an ODD in an HP Z400 Workstation

Instructions for installing an optical drive in Z400 mini-tower and desktop configurations.

Installing an optical drive (desktop configuration)

Steps for installing an optical drive in the desktop configuration of workstations.

Installing an ODD in an HP Z600 or Z800 Workstation

Instructions for installing an optical drive in Z600 and Z800 workstations.

Diagnostics and troubleshooting

Calling technical support

Guidelines on information to have ready when contacting HP technical support for assistance.

Locating ID labels

Information on finding serial numbers, product numbers, and COA labels on the workstation.

Locating warranty information

How to find base warranty, Care Pack information, and extend product warranty.

Diagnosis guidelines

General suggestions for isolating and diagnosing workstation, monitor, or software problems.

Troubleshooting checklist

A checklist to help find solutions for workstation or software problems before using diagnostics.

HP troubleshooting resources and tools

Information on HP Help and Support Center, E-support, and helpful hints for troubleshooting.

Troubleshooting scenarios and solutions

Overview of common troubleshooting scenarios and their possible solutions for Windows workstations.

Self-troubleshooting with HP Vision Field Diagnostics

Guide to using HP Vision Field Diagnostics for hardware troubleshooting and system configuration.

Diagnostic codes and errors

Information on diagnostic LED codes, LED color definitions, and POST error messages.

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