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Access panel
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Diskette drive
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System board
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PCI card
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Chassis
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Hard drive
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Front bezel
* A CD-ROM is an example of an optical drive.
Table 1-
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Chapter 1 Product
overview
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Table of Contents
Main Page
Default Chapter
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Table of Contents
3
1 Product Overview
11
Product Features
11
Exploded View
11
Front Panel Components
13
Rear Panel Components
14
Serial Number and COA Label Location
14
Product Specifications
15
Power Supply and Cooling
15
Power Supply Specifications
16
Power Consumption and Cooling
17
Resetting the Power Supply
19
System Fans and Airflow
19
Power Cord Requirements
20
Environmental Specifications
20
PCI Card Slot Power Specification
21
Energy Star
21
Energy Star Compliance
21
2 Installing or Restoring the Operating System
23
Installing the Operating System and Software
23
Microsoft Windows XP Professional and Vista Business
23
Creating Recovery Disks
23
Language Selection
23
Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers
24
Linux-Preinstalled Workstations
24
Starting up the Linux Operating System
24
Upgrading Device Drivers
24
Linux-Enabled Workstations
24
Installing the Linux Operating System
25
Red hat Activation
25
Verifying Hardware Compatibility
25
HP Software
25
Restoring the Operating System
25
Restoring the Windows Vista™ Operating System
26
Creating System Recovery Dvds or Cds
26
Reclaiming Hard Disk Space from the Recovery Partition
26
Restoring Directly from the Recovery Partition
26
Restoring from HPBR Dvds or Cds
26
The HP Backup and Restore (HPBR) Process
26
Ordering Backup Software
27
Restoring the Windows XP Operating System
27
Creating a Restoreplus! CD
27
Restoring from Restoreplus! Cds
27
The Restoreplus! Process
27
HP Backup and Recovery Manager Restore Points
28
Reclaiming Hard Disk Space from the Recovery Partition
28
Restoring from Restoreplus! on the Recovery Partition
28
Restoring from the HP Backup and Recovery Manager Restore Point CD/Dvds
28
Restoring from the HP Backup and Recovery Manager Restore Point on the Recovery Partition
28
Ordering Backup Software
29
Restoring the Linux Operating System
29
Downloading the Latest HP Driver CD Contents
29
Installing the Operating System with the HP Driver CD Contents
29
Protecting the Software
30
3 System Management
31
Computer Setup (F10) Utility
31
Bios Rom
32
Using Computer Setup (F10) Utility
32
Computer Setup (F10) Utility Menu
33
Desktop Management
41
Initial Configuration and Deployment
41
Remote System Installation
42
Managing and Updating Software
42
HP Client Manager Software
42
Altiris Client Management Solutions
43
System Software Manager
43
Proactive Change Notification
44
Subscriber's Choice
44
ROM Flash
44
Hpqflash
44
Remote ROM Flash
44
Failsafe Boot Block ROM
45
Copying to a Single Workstation
46
Copying to Multiple Workstations
46
Replicating the Setup
46
Dual-State Power Button
47
Worldwide Web Site
47
Building Blocks and Partners
48
Asset Tracking and Security
48
Establishing a Setup Password in the Computer Setup (F10) Utility
49
Password Security
49
Entering a Power-On Password
50
Establishing a Power-On Password in the Computer Setup (F10) Utility
50
Changing a Power-On or Setup Password
51
Entering a Setup Password
51
Clearing Passwords
52
Deleting a Power-On or Setup Password
52
National Keyboard Delimiter Characters
52
Access Panel Key Lock
53
Cable Lock Provision (Optional)
53
Hood Sensor (Smart Cover Sensor)
53
Security Lock (Optional)
53
Setting the Hood Sensor Protection Level
53
Universal Chassis Clamp Lock (Optional)
53
Fault Notification and Recovery
54
Drive Protection System
54
ECC Fault Prediction and Pre-Failure Warranty
54
Thermal Sensor
54
4 Removal and Replacement Procedures
55
Observe Warnings and Cautions
55
Service Considerations
56
Read Cautions, Warnings, and Safety Precautions
56
Electrostatic Discharge Information
56
Generating Static
57
Personal Grounding Methods and Equipment
57
Preventing Electrostatic Damage to Equipment
57
Grounding the Work Area
58
Recommended Materials and Equipment
58
Required Tools and Software
59
Screws
59
Special Handling of Components
59
Cables and Connectors
59
Hard Drives
59
Lithium Coin Cell Battery
59
Customer Self Repair
60
Pre-Disassembly Procedures
60
System Board Components
61
System Board Architecture
62
Removing and Replacing Components
62
Disassembly Order
64
Removing the Security Lock (Optional)
65
Removing the Cable Lock (Optional)
66
Universal Chassis Clamp Lock (Optional)
66
Access Panel
67
Front Bezel
68
Bezel Blanks
69
Hood Sensor (Smart Cover Sensor)
69
Front Panel I/O Device Assembly
70
Power Button Assembly and System Speaker
71
Power Supply
72
System/Memory Fan Assembly
73
Memory
74
Memory Module Features
74
Memory Module Requirements
74
Removing Memory Module
75
Installing Memory Module
76
Installing a DIMM
77
PCI Slots
78
PCI Retainer
78
Removing the PCI Retainer
78
Installing the PCI Retainer
79
PCI Retention Clamp
80
PCI Express
80
Removing PCI or PCI Express Cards
81
PCI or PCI Express Installation
82
Memory Riser Assembly
83
Removing a Memory Riser Assembly
83
Installing a Memory Riser Assembly
86
Front Fan Removal (Optional)
91
Battery
93
Power Connections to Drives
94
Optical Drive
94
Replacing the SATA Optical Drive Data Cable
96
Diskette Drive (Optional)
97
Hard Drive
99
Replacing a Hard Drive
99
Removing a Hard Drive
99
Installing a Hard Drive
100
Installing a Hard Drive in the Fifth Hard Drive Bay
102
Processor Heatsink
103
Removing the CPU Heatsink
103
Replacing the CPU Heatsink
105
Processor
106
Removing the Processor
106
Removing the System Board
108
Replacing the Processor
108
System Board
108
Replacing the System Board
109
Product Recycling
109
5 System Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
111
E-Support
111
Help and Support Center and E-Support
111
Troubleshooting Checklist
112
LED Color Definitions
112
HP Insight Diagnostics Offline Edition
112
System Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
112
Key Features and Benefits
113
Starting the Diagnostic Utility from CD
113
Theory of Operation
113
Download the ISO Image
114
User Interface
114
Navigation
114
Survey Tab
114
Test Tab
114
Status Tab
115
Help Tab
116
Log Tab
116
Diagnostic Error Codes
116
Diagnostic Light Codes
116
Troubleshooting Scenarios and Solutions
119
Solving Minor Problems
119
Solving Power Supply Problems
121
Testing Power Supply
121
Solving Diskette Problems
122
Solving Hard Drive Problems
124
Solving Display Problems
124
Solving Audio Problems
126
Solving Printer Problems
127
Solving Keyboard and Mouse Problems
128
Solving Front Panel Component Problems
129
Solving Hardware Installation Problems
129
Solving Network Problems
131
Solving Memory Problems
132
Solving Processor Problems
133
Solving CD-ROM and DVD Problems
133
Solving Internet Access Problems
134
Advanced Error Reporting
135
Error Reporting Control
135
Error Classes
136
POST Error Messages
137
Appendix A Appendix A - SAS Devices
145
Supported SAS RAID Configurations
145
SAS RAID 0 (IS) Configuration
145
SAS RAID 1 (IM) Configuration
146
SAS RAID 1E (IME) Configuration
147
Appendix B Appendix B - SATA Devices
149
Attaching SATA Hdds
149
Configuring System BIOS
149
Creating RAID Volumes
150
Deleting RAID Volumes
150
Appendix C Appendix C - Ultra ATA Devices
153
Ultra ATA Jumpers
153
Ultra ATA Cables
153
Drive Installation Guidelines
153
Device Classes
154
General Attach Guidelines
154
Attach Sequence Rules by Class Priority
154
Attach Sequence Worksheet
155
Example 1: Three Device Installation Sample
155
Example 2: Four Device Installation Sample
156
Additional Drive Application Notes
157
Smart
157
Jumpers
157
CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive
157
Appendix D Appendix D - Connector Pins
159
Connector Pin Descriptions
159
158 Appendix E Appendix E - System Board Designators
168
Appendix F Appendix F - Power Cord Set Requirements
169
Appendix G Appendix G - Routine Care
171
General Cleaning Safety Precautions
171
Maximizing the Airflow
171
Cleaning the Workstation Case
171
Cleaning the Keyboard
172
Cleaning the Monitor
172
Cleaning the Mouse
172
Appendix H Appendix H - Additional Password Security and Resetting CMOS
173
Resetting the Password Jumper
173
Clearing and Resetting the CMOS
174
Using the CMOS Button
174
Using Computer Setup to Reset CMOS
175
Appendix I Appendix I - Quick Troubleshooting Flowcharts
177
Initial Troubleshooting
178
No Power
179
No Power, Part 1
179
No Power, Part 2
180
No Power, Part 3
180
No Video
182
No Video, Part 1
182
No Video, Part 2
182
No Video, Part 3
183
Error Messages
185
Error Messages, Part 1
185
Error Messages, Part 2
185
Error Messages, Part 3
186
No Operating System Loading
188
No Operating System Loading from Hard Drive
189
No Operating System Loading from Hard Drive, Part 1
189
No Operating System Loading from Hard Drive, Part 2
189
No Operating System Loading from Hard Drive, Part 3
190
No Operating System Loading from Diskette Drive
191
No Operating System Loading from CD-ROM Drive
192
No Operating System Loading from Network
193
Non-Functioning Device
195
PCI Bus Layout and Device List
197
Appendix J Appendix J - PCI Bus Layout
199
Appendix K Appendix K- Configuring SATA and PATA Optical Disk Drives
199
Drive Detection and Assignment Sequence
199
Workstation SATA Port Configuration Rules
199
HP W9400 Workstation BIOS Configuration
199
HP Xw8400/Xw6400/Xw4400 Workstation SATA Configuration Mode Settings
199
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