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HP Z840 Workstation Series

HP Z840 Workstation Series
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HP Z440, Z640, and Z840 Workstation
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Maintenance and Service Guide

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HP Z840 Workstation Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
ChipsetIntel C612
Memory Slots16 DIMM slots
ProcessorIntel Xeon E5-2600 v3/v4 series
StorageSupports SATA, SAS, and SSD
GraphicsNVIDIA Quadro and AMD FirePro options
Expansion Slots7 PCIe slots
Power Supply1125W 90% efficient
Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro 64, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop
PortsUSB 3.0, USB 2.0

Summary

Hardware overview

HP Z440 Workstation components

Details the components of the HP Z440 Workstation, including front panel, rear panel, and chassis.

HP Z640 Workstation components

Details the components of the HP Z640 Workstation, including front panel, rear panel, and chassis.

HP Z840 Workstation components

Details the components of the HP Z840 Workstation, including front panel, rear panel, and chassis.

Environmental specifications

Lists environmental operating and non-operating specifications for HP Workstations, including temperature, humidity, and shock.

Ensuring proper ventilation

Provides guidelines for ensuring proper ventilation and airflow for workstation operation to maintain optimal performance.

System management

Power management features

Explains power management features like ERP compliance mode, Hyper-Threading, Turbo Boost, and BIOS settings.

Computer Setup (F10) Utility

Details the functions and menu options of the Computer Setup (F10) Utility for configuring system settings and security.

Desktop management

Summarizes capabilities, features, and key components for managing workstations, including software updates and security.

Component replacement information and guidelines

Warnings and cautions

Highlights safety warnings and cautions related to handling components, electrical shock, and lifting equipment.

Service considerations

Outlines tools and software requirements and provides information on preventing Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) damage.

Product recycling

Encourages customers to recycle used electronic hardware, print cartridges, and rechargeable batteries.

Battery replacement

Provides guidelines and warnings for replacing the computer's real-time clock battery.

Cable management

Details proper routing and handling of internal cables for workstation operation and component installation.

Processor and heatsink replacement

Offers cautions for removing and replacing the processor and its heatsink, including thermal compound application.

Expansion slots and configuration

Identifies and describes expansion card slots and provides card configuration information and restrictions.

Hard drive and optical drive replacement

Provides handling, removal, and installation tips for hard drives and optical drives, including cabling scenarios.

Memory installation and configuration

Details supported DIMM configurations, BIOS errors, and guidelines for installing memory modules.

Power supply specifications and testing

Lists power supply specifications and outlines procedures for testing the power supply unit using its built-in self-test.

System board replacement

Provides guidance on replacing the system board, including noting cable connections and following cable management practices.

Diagnostics and troubleshooting

Support and Information

Guides on calling support, locating ID labels, warranty information, and general diagnosis guidelines.

Troubleshooting Resources and Tools

Details HP's online support, troubleshooting checklist, and tools for resolving system issues.

Troubleshooting Scenarios and Solutions

Provides solutions for common problems like frozen systems, incorrect date/time, and performance issues.

Diagnostic Codes and Errors

Explains diagnostic LED codes, color definitions, and POST error messages to aid in problem diagnosis.

Configuring password security and resetting CMOS

Preparing to configure passwords

Describes the possibilities for setting up setup and power-on passwords using the Computer Setup (F10) Utility.

Resetting the password jumper

Details the procedure to disable password features and clear power-on and setup passwords by resetting a jumper.

Clearing and resetting the CMOS

Explains how to clear and reset the CMOS using the CMOS button or Computer Setup (F10) Utility to restore factory defaults.

Appendix A Linux technical notes

System RAM

Discusses HP's support for different amounts of RAM and how total memory is listed for various workstations.

Audio

Covers built-in audio hardware, ALSA drivers, and audio functionality over HDMI and DisplayPort.

Network cards

Mentions integrated network interface controllers and optional NICs supported by HP workstations for Linux.

Hyper-Threading Technology

Explains Intel's HTT technology and how to enable it in Computer Setup for improved processor performance.

NVIDIA Graphics Workstations

Recommends NVIDIA drivers for optimal results on Linux systems and provides information on installation.

AMD Graphics Workstations

Recommends AMD graphics drivers for best results on Linux and details driver installation and customization commands.

Appendix B Configuring RAID devices

RAID hard drive maximum and associated storage controller options

Lists the maximum number of hard drives supported on HP workstations based on RAID configuration and controllers.

Supported RAID configurations

Describes supported RAID configurations (RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, 1E) and their associated controllers and descriptions.

Configuring Intel SATA RAID

Explains how to set up SATA RAID volumes using Intel Rapid Storage Technology enterprise (RSTe) and configure system BIOS.

Configuring RAID with the Intel utility

Provides step-by-step instructions for creating RAID volumes using the Intel utility.

Configuring RAID on an LSI 2308 or LSI 9217-4 i4 e controller

Details how to set up SATA or SAS RAID arrays using LSI Logic Configuration Utility for specific controllers.

Configuring RAID on an LSI 9270-8 i MegaRAID controller

Explains how to set up SATA or SAS RAID arrays using the LSI Logic Configuration Utility for the MegaRAID controller.

Software RAID solution

Discusses software RAID considerations specific to Linux, including advantages, disadvantages, and performance.

Appendix C System board designators

HP Z440 and Z640 Workstation system board designators

Lists designators, names on board, and components for HP Z440 and Z640 workstation system boards.

HP Z840 Workstations

Lists designators, names on board, and components for HP Z840 Workstation system boards.

Appendix D Statement of Volatility

Z440 Workstation

Confirms volatile and nonvolatile memory in the Z440 workstation and provides steps for clearing memory.

Z640 Workstation

Confirms volatile and nonvolatile memory in the Z640 workstation and provides steps for clearing memory.

Z840 Workstation

Confirms volatile and nonvolatile memory in the Z840 workstation and provides steps for clearing memory.

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