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  • Page 1 Maintenance and Service Guide HP 280 G3 Small Form Factor Business PC...
  • Page 2 Intel, Core, and Pentium are U.S. registered bound by the terms of the HP End User License Not all features are available in all editions of trademarks of Intel Corporation. Microsoft and Agreement (EULA).

  • Page 3: About This Book

    About This Book WARNING! Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life. CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information.
  • Page 4 About This Book...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1 Product features ............................1 Standard configuration features ........................... 1 Front panel components ............................2 Rear panel components ............................3 2 Illustrated parts catalog ..........................4 Computer major components ..........................4 Cables ..................................5 Miscellaneous parts ............................... 6 Drives ..................................
  • Page 6 Access panel ................................. 16 Expansion card ..............................17 Front bezel ................................21 Power button board ............................. 22 Drives ................................... 23 Optical drive ............................23 Hard drive ............................25 WLAN module ..............................26 Solid-state drive module ............................. 27 Memory ................................28 DIMMs ..............................
  • Page 7 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI ......................88 Starting HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI ..................89 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI to a USB flash drive ..........89 Downloading the latest HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI version ......89 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI by product name or number (select products only) .....................
  • Page 8 Using HP Recovery Manager to create recovery media ..............93 Before you begin ......................93 Creating the recovery media ................... 93 Using the HP Cloud Recovery Download Tool to create recovery media .......... 94 Restoring and recovery ............................94 Restoring, resetting, and refreshing using Windows tools .............. 94 Restoring using HP Recovery Manager and the HP Recovery partition ...........

  • Page 9: Product Features

    Standard configuration features Features may vary depending on the model. For support assistance and to learn more about the hardware and software installed on your computer model, run the HP Support Assistant utility. NOTE: This computer model can be used in a tower orientation or a desktop orientation.

  • Page 10: Front Panel Components

    Front panel components Drive configuration may vary by model. Item Description Item Description Optical drive (optional) SD media card reader Hard drive light Microphone/headphone combo jack USB ports (2) Power button NOTE: The Power On Light is normally white when the power is on. If it is flashing red, there is a problem with the computer and it is displaying a diagnostic code.

  • Page 11: Rear Panel Components

    Rear panel components Item Component Item Component Line-in microphone connector (pink) Serial port Line-in audio connector (blue) USB ports Line-out connector for powered audio devices RJ-45 network connector (green) HDMI port* USB ports (4) Security lock slot Power cord connector VGA monitor connector* NOTE: When a graphics card is installed in one of the system board slots, the video connectors on the rear panel are covered.

  • Page 12: Illustrated Parts Catalog

    Illustrated parts catalog Computer major components This chapter provides part information for all chassis. Item Description Power supply, 180W Drive cage Power button board Front bezel WLAN module (Intel Centrino Wireless-N 2230 WLAN WiFi 802.11 b/g/n + Bluetooth Half-Height Mini-PCI Express Card) Access panel System board (includes replacement thermal material) Computer chassis...

  • Page 13: Cables

    Item Description (10) Fan duct (11) Fan sink (includes replacement thermal material) (12) Graphics cards GeForce GT 730 graphics card, 2 GB GeForce GT 730 graphics card, 1 GB AMD Radeon R7 430, 2 GB AMD Radeon R5 420, 1 GB (for use only in China) Expansion card, parallel port, PCIe x1 (13) Optical drive, 9.5 mm, slim tray...

  • Page 14: Miscellaneous Parts

    Optical drive latch Antenna cover Power cord Keyboard USB, slim USB, Essential USB, Katydid HP, antimicrobial, slim (for use only in China) Keyboard country codes For use in country Spare part For use in country Spare part For use in country...

  • Page 15: Drives

    Drives Description Hard drive, 3.5 inch 2 TB, 7200 rpm, 3.5 inch 1 TB, 7200 rpm, 3.5 inch 500 GB, 7200 rpm, 3.5 inch Solid-state drive, M.2 256-GB, PCIe 128-GB, PCIe 128-GB, SATA-3, TLC Optical drive DVD±RW drive DVD-ROM drive Drives...

  • Page 16: Routine Care, Sata Drive Guidelines, And Disassembly Preparation

    Routine care, SATA drive guidelines, and disassembly preparation This chapter provides general service information for the computer. Adherence to the procedures and precautions described in this chapter is essential for proper service. CAUTION: When the computer is plugged into an AC power source, voltage is always applied to the system board.

  • Page 17: Preventing Electrostatic Damage To Equipment

    Preventing electrostatic damage to equipment Many electronic components are sensitive to ESD. Circuitry design and structure determine the degree of sensitivity. The following packaging and grounding precautions are necessary to prevent damage to electric components and accessories. ● To avoid hand contact, transport products in static-safe containers such as tubes, bags, or boxes. ●...

  • Page 18: Recommended Materials And Equipment

    Recommended materials and equipment The following grounding equipment is recommended to prevent electrostatic damage: ● Antistatic tape ● Antistatic smocks, aprons, or sleeve protectors Conductive bins and other assembly or soldering aids ● ● Conductive foam ● Conductive tabletop workstations with ground cords of one-megohm +/- 10% resistance ●...

  • Page 19: Routine Care

    ● Never cover the ventilation slots on the monitor with any type of material. Install or enable power management functions of the operating system or other software, including ● sleep states. Routine care General cleaning safety precautions Never use solvents or flammable solutions to clean the computer. Never immerse any parts in water or cleaning solutions;...

  • Page 20: Cleaning The Monitor

    The screws used in the computer are not interchangeable. They may have standard or metric threads and may be of different lengths. If an incorrect screw is used during the reassembly process, it can damage the unit. HP strongly recommends that all screws removed during disassembly be kept with the part that was removed, then returned to their proper locations.

  • Page 21: Cables And Connectors

    140ºF (60ºC). Do not attempt to recharge the battery. NOTE: Batteries, battery packs, and accumulators should not be disposed of together with general household waste. In order to forward them for recycling or proper disposal, please use the public collection system or return them to HP. Service considerations...

  • Page 22: Sata Hard Drives

    6.0 Gb/s SMART ATA drives The Self Monitoring Analysis and Recording Technology (SMART) ATA drives for HP personal computers have built-in drive failure prediction that warns the user or network administrator of an impending failure (crash) of the hard drive. The SMART drive tracks fault prediction and failure indication parameters such as reallocated sector count, spin retry count, and calibration retry count.

  • Page 23: Removal And Replacement Procedures

    Removal and replacement procedures Adherence to the procedures and precautions described in this chapter is essential for proper service. After completing all necessary removal and replacement procedures, run the Diagnostics utility to verify that all components operate properly. NOTE: Not all features listed in this guide are available on all computers. Preparation for disassembly WARNING! Voltage is always present on the system board when the computer is plugged into an active AC...

  • Page 24: Access Panel

    Access panel Prepare the computer for disassembly (Preparation for disassembly on page 15). Loosen the captive Phillips screw (1), slide the access panel toward the back of the computer, and then lift it off (2). To install the access panel, reverse the removal procedure. Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures...

  • Page 25: Expansion Card

    Expansion card Description Graphics cards GeForce GT 730 graphics card, 2 GB GeForce GT 730 graphics card, 1 GB AMD Radeon R7 430, 2 GB AMD Radeon R5 420, 1 GB (for use only in China) Expansion card, parallel port, PCIe x1 The computer has one PCI Express x1 expansion socket and one PCI Express x16 expansion socket.
  • Page 26 If you are installing an expansion card in a vacant PCI Express x1 socket, insert a flatblade screwdriver into the slots on the rear of expansion slot cover (1) and rock the slot cover back and forth to break it free from the chassis (2). Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures...
  • Page 27 If you are removing a PCI Express x1 card, hold the card at each end, and carefully rock it back and forth until the connectors pull free from the socket. Pull the expansion card straight up from the socket. If you are removing a PCI Express x16 card, pull the retention arm on the back of the expansion socket away from the card (1) and carefully rock the card back and forth until the connectors pull free from the socket.
  • Page 28 To install a new expansion card, hold the card just above the expansion socket on the system board then move the card toward the rear of the chassis (1) so that the bracket on the card is aligned with the open slot on the rear of the chassis.

  • Page 29: Front Bezel

    Front bezel Prepare the computer for disassembly (Preparation for disassembly on page 15). Remove the access panel (Access panel on page 16). Pull the four tabs upward (1), and then rotate the bezel off the computer (2). IMPORTANT: A cable connects the power button in the bezel to the system board. To install the front bezel, reverse the removal procedure.

  • Page 30: Power Button Board

    Power button board Prepare the computer for disassembly (Preparation for disassembly on page 15). Remove the access panel (Access panel on page 16). Remove the front bezel (Front bezel on page 21). Position the front bezel with the inside toward you. Remove the two Phillips screws (1) that secure the board to the inside of the front bezel.

  • Page 31: Drives

    Drives Hard drives, 3.5 inch 2 TB, 7200 rpm 1 TB, 7200 rpm 500 GB, 7200 rpmh Optical drive DVD±RW drive DVD-ROM drive When installing drives, follow these guidelines: ● The primary Serial ATA (SATA) hard drive must be connected to the dark blue primary SATA connector on the system board labeled SATA0.
  • Page 32 Slide the optical drive out of the front of the computer (3). To install the optical drive, reverse the removal procedure. Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures...

  • Page 33: Hard Drive

    Hard drive The hard drive is located in the drive cage, above the optical drive. You must remove the drive cage to remove the hard drive. You must remove the optical drive to remove the drive cage. NOTE: Before you remove the old hard drive, be sure to back up the data from the old hard drive so that you can transfer the data to the new hard drive.

  • Page 34: Wlan Module

    WLAN module The WLAN module is located under the drive cage. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Preparation for disassembly on page 15). Remove the access panel (Access panel on page 16). Remove the front bezel (Front bezel on page 21). Remove the optical drive (Optical drive on page 23).

  • Page 35: Solid-State Drive Module

    Solid-state drive module The M.2 solid-state drive module is located under the drive cage. Solid-state drives, M.2 256-GB, PCIe 128-GB, PCIe 128-GB, SATA-3 Prepare the computer for disassembly (Preparation for disassembly on page 15). Remove the access panel (Access panel on page 16).

  • Page 36: Memory

    Memory Description 16-GB 8-GB 4-GB The computer comes with double data rate 4 synchronous dynamic random access memory (DDR4-SDRAM) dual inline memory modules (DIMMs). DIMMs The memory sockets on the system board can be populated with up to two industry-standard DIMMs. These memory sockets are populated with at least one preinstalled DIMM.

  • Page 37: Removing And Installing Dimms

    ● The system will operate in single channel mode if the DIMM sockets are populated in one channel only. The system will operate in a higher-performing dual channel mode if the memory capacity of the DIMM ● in Channel A is equal to the memory capacity of the DIMM in Channel B. ●...
  • Page 38 NOTE: A memory module can be installed in only one way. Match the notch on the module with the tab on the memory socket. Push the module down into the socket, ensuring that the module is fully inserted and properly seated. Make sure the latches are in the closed position (3).

  • Page 39: Rtc Battery

    The lithium battery is only used when the computer is NOT connected to AC power. HP encourages customers to recycle used electronic hardware, HP original print cartridges, and rechargeable batteries. For more information about recycling programs, go to http://www.hp.com/recycle.

  • Page 40: Fan Duct

    Fan duct The fan duct sits atop the fan sink and is secured to the fan sink with tabs. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Preparation for disassembly on page 15). Remove the access panel (Access panel on page 16). Remove the power supply cable from the clips on the duct (1). Pull the tabs away from each other (2), and then lift the duct off the fan sink (3).

  • Page 41: Fan Sink

    Fan sink CAUTION: The bond between the fan sink and the processor may be very tight. If the computer will power on, before removing the fan sink, turn on the computer until it warms the fan sink. Warming the fan sink lessens the bond between the heat sink and the processor, thereby making separating them easier.

  • Page 42: Processor

    After installing a new processor onto the system board, always update the system ROM to ensure that the latest version of the BIOS is being used on the computer. The latest system BIOS can be found on the Web at: http://www8.hp.com/us/en/support-drivers.html. Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures...

  • Page 43: Power Supply

    WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, only the power supply provided with the computer, a replacement power supply provided by HP, or a power supply purchased as an accessory from HP should be used with the computer. The power supply is located on the left side of the chassis. It is held in place by four Torx screws outside of the chassis.
  • Page 44 On the inside of the computer, press the power supply release button (2), and then lift the power supply out of the computer (3). To install the power supply, reverse the removal procedure. Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures...

  • Page 45: System Board

    System board Prepare the computer for disassembly (Preparation for disassembly on page 15). Remove the access panel (Access panel on page 16). Remove the front bezel (Front bezel on page 21). Remove the fan duct (Fan duct on page 32). Remove the fan sink (Fan sink on page 33).

  • Page 46: System Board Callouts

    System board callouts Item Sys Bd Label Component Item Sys Bd Label Component Processor socket RTC battery CFAN2 Fan sink HDD1 Hard drive ATX1 Power supply, 4 pin ODD1 Optical drive DIMM1 Memory module ATX2 Power supply DIMM2 Memory module ATX1 Power supply, 7 pin Solid-state drive (M.2)

  • Page 47: Antenna Cable

    Antenna cable The wireless antenna cable routes along the bottom of the computer chassis. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Preparation for disassembly on page 15). Remove the access panel (Access panel on page 16). Remove the optical drive (Optical drive on page 23).

  • Page 48: Computer Setup (F10) Utility

    Computer Setup (F10) Utility Computer Setup (F10) Utilities Use Computer Setup (F10) Utility to do the following: ● Change factory default settings. Set the system date and time. ● ● Set, view, change, or verify the system configuration, including settings for processor, graphics, memory, audio, storage, communications, and input devices.

  • Page 49: Using Computer Setup (F10) Utilities

    Using Computer Setup (F10) Utilities Computer Setup can be accessed only by turning the computer on or restarting the system. To access the Computer Setup Utilities menu, complete the following steps: Turn on or restart the computer. Repeatedly press when the monitor light turns green to access the utility. You can also press to a menu that allows you to access different options available at startup, including the Computer Setup utility.

  • Page 50: Computer Setup-File

    Computer Setup—File NOTE: Support for specific Computer Setup options may vary depending on the hardware configuration. Option Description System Information Lists: ● Manufacturer Product name ● ● SKU number ● Serial number ● System family ● Born on date ● System board CT number BIOS revision ●...

  • Page 51: Computer Setup-Storage

    Computer Setup—Storage NOTE: Support for specific Computer Setup options may vary depending on the hardware configuration. Option Description Device Configuration Lists all installed BIOS-controlled storage devices. When a device is selected, detailed information and options are displayed. The following options may be presented: ●...

  • Page 52: Computer Setup-Security

    Computer Setup—Security NOTE: Support for specific Computer Setup options may vary depending on the hardware configuration. Option Description Setup Password Allows you to set and enable a setup (administrator) password. NOTE: If the setup password is set, it is required to change Computer Setup options, flash the ROM, and make changes to certain plug and play settings under Windows.
  • Page 53 (PK) that verifies kernels during system start up, allowing you to use alternative operating systems. Selecting HP Keys causes the computer boot using the preloaded HP-specific boot keys. Default is HP Keys.

  • Page 54: Computer Setup-Power

    Computer Setup—Power NOTE: Support for specific Computer Setup options may vary depending on the hardware configuration. Option Description OS Power Management ● Runtime Power Management— Enable/Disable. Allows certain operating systems to reduce processor voltage and frequency when the current software load does not require the full capabilities of the processor.

  • Page 55: Recovering The Configuration Settings

    ● Hyper-Threading (enable/disable). Default is enabled. ● NIC PXE Option ROM Download (enable/disable). Default is enabled. Recovering the Configuration Settings This method of recovery requires that you first perform the Save to Removable Media command with the Computer Setup (F10) Utility before Restore is needed. (See Computer Setup—File on page 42 in the Computer Setup—File table.)

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics

    To assist you in resolving problems online, HP Instant Support Professional Edition provides you with self- solve diagnostics. If you need to contact HP support, use HP Instant Support Professional Edition's online chat feature. Access HP Instant Support Professional Edition at: http://www.hp.com/go/ispe.

  • Page 57: Helpful Hints

    If it becomes necessary to call for technical assistance, be prepared to do the following to ensure that your service call is handled properly: ● Be in front of your computer when you call. ● Write down the computer serial number, product ID number, and monitor serial number before calling. ●...

  • Page 58: Solving General Problems

    If you have installed an operating system other than the factory-installed operating system, check to be ● sure that it is supported on the system. If the system has multiple video sources (embedded, PCI, or PCI-Express adapters) installed (embedded ● video on some models only) and a single monitor, the monitor must be plugged into the monitor connector on the source selected as the primary VGA adapter.
  • Page 59 In case of forgotten password, power loss, or computer malfunction, you must manually disable the Smart Cover lock . A key to unlock the Smart Cover Lock is not available from HP. Keys are typically available from a hardware store.
  • Page 60 Poor performance. Cause Solution Low on memory. Add more memory. Hard drive fragmented. Defragment hard drive. Program previously accessed did not release reserved memory Restart the computer. back to the system. Virus resident on the hard drive. Run virus protection program. Too many applications running.
  • Page 61 System does not power on and the LEDs on the front of the computer are not flashing. Cause Solution System unable to power on. Press and hold the power button for less than 4 seconds. If the hard drive LED turns white, then: If equipped with a voltage selector, check that the voltage selector (located on the rear of the power supply) is set to the appropriate voltage.

  • Page 62: Solving Power Problems

    Solving power problems Common causes and solutions for power problems are listed in the following table. Power supply shuts down intermittently. Cause Solution If equipped with a voltage selector, voltage selector switch on Select the proper AC voltage using the selector switch. rear of computer chassis (some models) not switched to correct line voltage (115V or 230V).

  • Page 63: Solving Hard Drive Problems

    Solving hard drive problems Hard drive error occurs. Cause Solution Hard disk has bad sectors or has failed. In Windows 7, click Start, click Computer, and right-click on a drive. Select Properties, and then select the Tools tab. Under Error-checking click Check Now. In Windows 10, type file in the taskbar search box, and then select File Explorer from the list of applications.
  • Page 64 Nonsystem disk/NTLDR missing message. Cause Solution The system is trying to start from the hard drive but the hard Perform Drive Protection System (DPS) testing in system ▲ drive may have been damaged. ROM. System files missing or not properly installed. Insert bootable media and restart the computer.

  • Page 65: Solving Media Card Reader Problems

    Solving media card reader problems Media card will not work in a digital camera after formatting it in Windows. Cause Solution By default, Windows will format any media card with a capacity Either format the media card in the digital camera or select FAT greater than 32MB with the FAT32 format.

  • Page 66: Solving Display Problems

    After installing the media card reader and booting to Windows, the reader and the inserted cards are not recognized by the computer. Cause Solution The operating system needs time to recognize the device if the Wait a few seconds so that the operating system can recognize reader was just installed into the computer and you are turning the reader and the available ports, and then recognize the media the PC on for the first time.
  • Page 67 Reseat DIMMs. Power on the system. Replace DIMMs one at a time to isolate the faulty module. Replace third-party memory with HP memory. Replace the system board. Blank screen and the power LED flashes Red six times, once every second, followed by a two second pause, and the computer beeps six times.
  • Page 68 Monitor does not function properly when used with energy saver features. Cause Solution Monitor without energy saver capabilities is being used with Disable monitor energy saver feature. energy saver features enabled. Dim characters. Cause Solution The brightness and contrast controls are not set properly. Adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls.
  • Page 69 “No Connection, Check Signal Cable” displays on screen. Cause Solution Monitor video cable is disconnected. Connect the video cable between the monitor and computer. CAUTION: Ensure that the computer power is off while connecting the video cable. “Out of Range” displays on screen. Cause Solution Video resolution and refresh rate are set higher than what the...

  • Page 70: Solving Audio Problems

    Solution with the synchronization, go to the following Web site, select the appropriate monitor, and download either SP32347 or SP32202: http://www.hp.com/support Graphics card is not seated properly or is bad (some models). Reseat the graphics card. Replace the graphics card.
  • Page 71 Sound does not come out of the speaker or headphones. Cause Solution Headphones or devices connected to the line-out connector mute Turn on and use headphones or external speakers, if connected, the internal speaker. or disconnect headphones or external speakers. Computer is in Sleep state.

  • Page 72: Solving Printer Problems

    There is no sound or sound volume is too low. Cause Solution The application is set to use a different audio device than Some graphics cards support audio over the DisplayPort speakers. connection (if applicable), so multiple audio devices may be listed in Device Manager.

  • Page 73: Solving Keyboard And Mouse Problems

    Printer prints garbled information. Cause Solution The correct printer driver for the application is not installed. Install the correct printer driver for the application. The cables may not be connected properly. Reconnect all cables. Printer memory may be overloaded. Reset the printer by turning it off for one minute, then turn it back Printer will not print.

  • Page 74: Solving Hardware Installation Problems

    Mouse does not respond to movement or is too slow. Cause Solution Mouse connector is not properly plugged into the back of the Shut down the computer using the keyboard. computer. Windows 7: Press the Ctrl keys at the same time (or press the Windows logo key) to display the Start menu.
  • Page 75 WARNING! When the computer is plugged into an AC power source, voltage is always applied to the system board. To reduce the risk of personal injury from electrical shock and/or hot surfaces, be sure to disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet and allow the internal system components to cool before touching. Table 6-1 Solving Hardware Installation Problems A new device is not recognized as part of the system.

  • Page 76: Solving Network Problems

    DIMM1 or XMM1 must always be installed. DIMM1 must be installed before DIMM2, and DIMM3 must be installed before DIMM4 Replace third-party memory with HP memory. Replace the system board. Solving Network Problems Some common causes and solutions for network problems are listed in the following table. These guidelines do not discuss the process of debugging the network cabling.
  • Page 77 Table 6-2 Solving Network Problems (continued) Network status link light never flashes. NOTE: The network status light is supposed to flash when there is network activity. Cause Solution To access Device Manager in Windows 10, type device manager in the taskbar search box, and then select Device Manager from the list of applications.
  • Page 78 Network controller stopped working when an expansion board was added to the computer. Cause Solution The network controller requires drivers. Verify that the drivers were not accidentally deleted when the drivers for a new expansion board were installed. Network controller stops working without apparent cause. Cause Solution The files containing the network drivers are corrupted.

  • Page 79: Solving Memory Problems

    Management Engine (ME) settings). To avoid damage to the DIMMs or the system board, you must unplug the computer power cord before attempting to reseat, install, or remove a memory module. For those systems that support ECC memory, HP does not support mixing ECC and non-ECC memory. Otherwise, the computer will not boot the operating system.

  • Page 80: Solving Usb Flash Drive Problems

    Memory is installed incorrectly or is bad. Reseat DIMMs. Power on the system. Replace DIMMs one at a time to isolate the faulty module. Replace third-party memory with HP memory. Replace the system board. Solving USB flash drive problems If you encounter USB flash drive problems, common causes and solutions are listed in the following table.

  • Page 81: Solving Front Panel Component Problems

    Solving front panel component problems If you encounter problems with devices connected to the front panel, refer to the common causes and solutions listed in the following table. A USB device, headphone, or microphone is not recognized by the computer. Cause Solution Device is not properly connected.
  • Page 82 Unable to connect to the Internet. Cause Solution In the Browsing history section on the General tab, click the Delete button. Select the Cookies check box and click the Delete button. Windows 10: Type control panel in the taskbar search box, and then select Control Panel from the list of applications.

  • Page 83: Solving Software Problems

    ● sure it is supported on the system. If you encounter software problems, see the applicable solutions listed in the following table. Computer will not continue and the HP logo does not display. Cause Solution ROM issue - POST error has occurred.

  • Page 84: Post Error Messages And Diagnostic Front Panel Leds And Audible Codes

    POST error messages and diagnostic front panel LEDs and audible codes This appendix lists the error codes, error messages, and the various indicator light and audible sequences that you may encounter during Power-On Self-Test (POST) or computer restart, the probable source of the problem, and steps you can take to resolve the error condition.
  • Page 85 Control panel message Description Recommended action RTC (real-time clock) battery may need to problem persists, replace the RTC battery. See be replaced. the Removal and Replacement section for instructions on installing a new battery. 008–Microcode Patch Error Processor is not supported by the BIOS. Upgrade BIOS to proper version.
  • Page 86 Run the Drive Protection erroneous error message.) System test under using F2 Diagnostics when booting the computer. Apply hard drive firmware patch if applicable. (Available at http://www.hp.com/support.) Chapter 7 POST error messages and diagnostic front panel LEDs and audible codes...
  • Page 87 System test under using F2 Diagnostics when booting the computer. Apply hard drive firmware patch if applicable. (Available at http://www.hp.com/support.) Back up contents and replace hard drive. 309 – 30C: Hard Disk 3–6: SMART Hard Drive Hard drive is about to fail. (Some hard drives...
  • Page 88 Control panel message Description Recommended action Reconfigure card resources and/or run Computer Setup or Windows utilities. 419-Out of Memory Space for Option ROMs Recently added PCI expansion card contains an If a PCI expansion card was recently ▲ option ROM too large to download during POST. added, remove it to see if the problem remains.

  • Page 89: Interpreting System Validation Diagnostic Front Panel Leds And Audible Codes

    Control panel message Description Recommended action 90B-Fan Failure The system has detected that a cooling fan is Reseat fan. not operating correctly. Reseat fan cable. Replace fan. 90D-System Temperature Thermal shutdown occurred. The system BIOS Make sure system has proper airflow. has detected your machine was previously shut down to avoid overheating.
  • Page 90 Number of long beeps/blinks Error category Thermal System board Patterns of blink/beep codes are determined by using the following parameters: ● 1 second pause occurs after the last major blink. 2 second pause occurs after the last minor blink. ● ●...

  • Page 91: Password Security And Resetting Cmos

    If you lose or forget the password when in stringent security mode, the system can only be reset by System Management Command. This is a way for HP Service and Support to provide a secure method to access the BIOS and command a password reset for a specifically identified unit under the direction of the owner. This scenario may not be covered under warranty.

  • Page 92: Resetting Cmos And/Or The Password Jumper

    If you lose or forget the password when in stringent security mode, the system can only be reset by System Management Command. This is a way for HP Service and Support to provide a secure method to access the BIOS and command a password reset for a specifically identified unit under the direction of the owner. This scenario may not be covered under warranty.

  • Page 93: Changing A Setup Or Power-On Password

    Shut down the operating system properly, then turn off the computer and any external devices, and disconnect the power cord from the power outlet. With the power cord disconnected, press the power button again to drain the system of any residual power.

  • Page 94: Deleting A Setup Or Power-On Password

    When the key icon appears, type your current password, a slash (/) or alternate delimiter character, your new password, another slash (/) or alternate delimiter character, and your new password again as shown: current password/new password/new password NOTE: Type the new password carefully since the characters do not appear on the screen. Press Enter.

  • Page 95: Using Hp Pc Hardware Diagnostics

    The tool runs within the Windows operating system in order to diagnose hardware failures. If HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows is not installed on your computer, first you must download and install it. To download HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows, see...

  • Page 96: Downloading The Latest Hp Pc Hardware Diagnostics Windows Version

    If your PC will not boot into Windows, you can use HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI to diagnose hardware issues.

  • Page 97: Starting Hp Pc Hardware Diagnostics Uefi

    Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI to a USB flash drive Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI to a USB flash drive can be useful in the following situations: HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI is not included in the preinstall image.

  • Page 98: Using Remote Hp Pc Hardware Diagnostics Uefi Settings (Select Products Only)

    Find out more. Downloading Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI NOTE: HP Remote PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI is also available as a Softpaq that can be downloaded to a server. Downloading the latest Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI version To download the latest Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI version, follow these steps: Go to http://www.hp.com/go/techcenter/pcdiags.
  • Page 99 Make your customization selections. Select Main, and then Save Changes and Exit to save your settings. Your changes take effect when the computer restarts. Using Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI settings (select products only)

  • Page 100: 10 Backing Up, Restoring, And Recovering

    Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) After you have successfully set up the computer, use HP Recovery Manager to create a backup of the HP Recovery partition on the computer. This backup is called HP Recovery media. In cases where the hard drive is corrupted or has been replaced, the HP Recovery media can be used to reinstall the original operating system.

  • Page 101: Using Hp Recovery Manager To Create Recovery Media

    On select products, you can use the HP Cloud Recovery Download Tool to create HP Recovery media on a bootable USB flash drive. For more information, see Using the HP Cloud Recovery Download Tool to create recovery media on page...

  • Page 102: Using The Hp Cloud Recovery Download Tool To Create Recovery Media

    Recovering using HP Recovery Manager You can use HP Recovery Manager software to recover the computer to its original factory state by using the HP Recovery media that you either created or that you obtained from HP, or by using the HP Recovery partition (select products only).

  • Page 103: Recovering Using The Hp Recovery Partition (Select Products Only)

    Recovering using HP Recovery media If your computer does not have an HP Recovery partition or if the hard drive is not working properly, you can use HP Recovery media to recover the original operating system and software programs that were installed at the factory.

  • Page 104: Changing The Computer Boot Order

    Changing the computer boot order If your computer does not restart in HP Recovery Manager, you can change the computer boot order. This is the order of devices listed in BIOS where the computer looks for startup information. You can change the selection to an optical drive or a USB flash drive, depending on the location of your HP Recovery media.

  • Page 105: Appendix A Statement Of Memory Volatility

    Intel-based and AMD-based system boards contain nonvolatile memory subcomponents as originally shipped from HP, assuming that no subsequent modifications have been made to the system and assuming that no applications, features, or functionality have been added to or installed on the system.
  • Page 106 If a DriveLock password is set, select the Security menu, and scroll down to Hard Drive Utilities under the Utilities menu. Select Hard Drive Utilities, select DriveLock, then uncheck the checkbox for DriveLock password on restart. Select OK to proceed. Select the Main menu, and then select Reset BIOS Security to factory default.

  • Page 107: Nonvolatile Memory Usage

    HP Sure Start only) backup of The content is managed Embedded Controller. critical System solely by the HP Sure Start BIOS code, EC Embedded Controller. firmware, and critical computer configuration data for select...
  • Page 108 Stores Fingerprint reader memory is Only a digitally signed (select products fingerprint programmed by user application can make the only) templates. enrollment in HP call to write to the flash. ProtectTools Security Manager. 100 Appendix A Statement of memory volatility...

  • Page 109: Questions And Answers

    HP has provided options in Computer Setup (BIOS) to allow you to run in legacy BIOS, if required by the operating system. Examples of this requirement would be if you upgrade or downgrade the OS.

  • Page 110: Using Hp Sure Start (Select Models Only)

    BIOS to its previously safe state, without user intervention. Those select computer models ship with HP Sure Start configured and enabled. HP Sure Start is configured and already enabled so that most users can use the HP Sure Start default configuration. The default configuration can be customized by advanced users.

  • Page 111: Appendix B Power Cord Set Requirements

    Power cord set requirements The power supplies on some computers have external power switches. The voltage select switch feature on the computer permits it to operate from any line voltage between 100-120 or 220-240 volts AC. Power supplies on those computers that do not have external power switches are equipped with internal switches that sense the incoming voltage and automatically switch to the proper voltage.

  • Page 112: Country-Specific Requirements

    Country-specific requirements Additional requirements specific to a country are shown in parentheses and explained below. Country Accrediting Agency Country Accrediting Agency Australia (1) EANSW Italy (1) Austria (1) Japan (3) METI Belgium (1) CEBC Norway (1) NEMKO Canada (2) Sweden (1) SEMKO Denmark (1) DEMKO...

  • Page 113: Appendix C Specifications

    Specifications U.S. Metric Chassis Height 3.74 in 95 mm Width 10.63 in 270 mm Depth 11.65 in 296 mm Approximate Weight 9.23 lb 4.2 kg Temperature Range Operating 32° to 104°F 0° to 40°C Nonoperating -22° to 140°F -30° to 60°C NOTE: Operating temperature is derated 1.0°...

  • Page 114: Index

    66 illustrated 4 deleting a Setup password 86 helpful hints 49 locked 51 DIMMs. See memory HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI removal and replacement 16 disassembly preparation 15 downloading 89 audible codes 81 starting 89 audio problems 62...
  • Page 115 14 system 94 hard drive characteristics 14 USB flash drive 95 screws, correct size 12 password using HP Recovery media 93 service considerations 12 clearing 83 recovery media Setup password 85, 86 power-on 83 creating using HP Cloud Recovery...
  • Page 116 recovery media 92 system restore point 92 Windows tools, using 92 WLAN module removal and replacement 26 108 Index...

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