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HP Vectra VE 6/xxx - 8 User Manual

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  • Page 1 HP Vectra VE Series 8 User’s Guide http://www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport/...
  • Page 2 The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Hewlett-Packard makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Hewlett-Packard...
  • Page 3 User’s Guide Part Number: D6549-90001...

  • Page 4: Who This Manual Is For

    Who This Manual is For This manual is for anyone who wants to: Set up the PC for the first time. • Troubleshoot problems on the PC. • Find out where to get more information and support. • Important Ergonomic Information It is strongly recommended that you read the ergonomic information before using your PC.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Who This Manual is For ........iv Important Ergonomic Information .
  • Page 6 Additional Information and Help ......On Your PC’s Hard Disk Drive........In the MIS Kit on the Web for Your PC.
  • Page 7 If Your PC Has a Configuration Problem ..... . 37 Hewlett-Packard Support and Information Services ... . 38 Index .

  • Page 9: Setting Up And Using Your Pc

    Setting Up and Using Your PC This chapter provides information about how to set up and use your...

  • Page 10: Unpacking Your Pc

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Unpacking Your PC Unpacking Your PC WARNING If you have any doubt that you can lift the PC or display safely, do not try to move it without help. Typical Display Mouse Keyboard Manuals 1 Unpack all the components.

  • Page 11: Connecting The Mouse, Keyboard And Printer

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Connecting the Mouse, Keyboard and Printer Connecting the Mouse, Keyboard and Printer Connect the mouse and keyboard to the back of the PC. The connectors are shaped to go in one way only. Connect the printer cable to the back of the PC and tighten the attachment screws.

  • Page 12: Connecting The Display

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Connecting the Display Connecting the Display Connect the display to the back of the PC. The connector is shaped to go in one way only. Tighten the display cable attachment screws. English...

  • Page 13: Connecting To A Network (Some Models Only)

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Connecting to a Network (Some Models Only) Connecting to a Network (Some Models Only) Let your Network Administrator know you are connecting your PC to the network. Connect the network cable to the RJ-45 UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair) LAN connector.

  • Page 14: Connecting Audio Accessories (Some Models Only)

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Connecting Audio Accessories (Some Models Only) Connecting Audio Accessories (Some Models Only) If your PC has multimedia capabilities, it has a multimedia rear panel. The multimedia rear panel has an audio Line In jack (LINE IN), an audio Line Out jack (LINE OUT), a MIDI interface connector (JOYSTICK), a headphone jack (SPK OUT) and a microphone jack (MIC IN).

  • Page 15: Connecting The Power Cables

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Connecting the Power Cables Connecting the Power Cables WARNING For your safety, always connect the equipment to a grounded wall outlet. Always use a power cable with a properly grounded plug, such as the one provided with this equipment or in compliance with your national regulations.
  • Page 16 1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Connecting the Power Cables If your PC has a voltage selection switch, ensure that the voltage WARNING setting is correct for your country before connecting the power supply cord. To know whether your PC has a voltage selection switch, refer to the previous page.

  • Page 17: Your Pc's Hardware Control Panel

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Your PC’s Hardware Control Panel Your PC’s Hardware Control Panel Your PC’s hardware control panel is on the front of the PC. Power On Status Light Power On/Off Button Hard Disk Activity Light Power On/Off Button This button is used to turn the PC power on or off.

  • Page 18: Starting And Stopping Your Pc

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Starting and Stopping Your PC Starting and Stopping Your PC If you are starting your PC for the first time, refer to "Starting the PC NOTE for the First Time", on page 11. Starting Your PC 1 Before you start your PC, first switch on the display.

  • Page 19: Starting The Pc For The First Time

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Starting and Stopping Your PC Starting the PC for the First Time If your PC has preinstalled software, it is initialized the first time you start the PC. The software initialization process takes a few minutes. This process sets up the software in your language and sets up your software to use the hardware installed in your PC (you can change the settings after the software has been initialized).

  • Page 20: Changing The Operating System

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Starting and Stopping Your PC After Your PC Has Restarted Set the keyboard in a comfortable position. • Adjust the screen’s brightness and contrast to suit your needs. If the • picture does not fill the screen or is not centered, adjust it using the controls on the display.

  • Page 21: Using Power Management

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Using Power Management Using Power Management Power management enables you to reduce the PC’s overall power consumption by slowing down its activity when it is idle. Setup Program You can configure power management in the Setup program. Refer to in the Setup program.

  • Page 22: Additional Information And Help

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Additional Information and Help Additional Information and Help On Your PC’s Hard Disk Drive Additional information about your PC is preloaded on your PC’s hard disk drive. This information includes: HP information (HP Vectra VE)—explains how to get information •...

  • Page 23: In The Mis Kit On The Web For Your Pc

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Additional Information and Help In the MIS Kit on the Web for Your PC The MIS Kit, which is designed for MIS (Management Information Services) managers, includes this manual plus training, support, and technical information for your PC.

  • Page 25: How To Install Accessories In Your Pc

    How to Install Accessories in Your PC This chapter provides summary information about installing accessories in your PC.

  • Page 26: Installing Accessories

    2 How to Install Accessories in Your PC Installing Accessories Installing Accessories This chapter provides detailed information about installing main memory in your PC. Summary information is given about installing other accessories such as mass storage devices and accessory boards. Some accessories, for example, LAN cards, require the reinstallation of Service Pack 3 (Windows NT 4.0 only).

  • Page 27: Accessories You Can Install

    2 How to Install Accessories in Your PC Accessories You Can Install Accessories You Can Install Main Memory Modules (SDRAM) 16 MB kit SDRAM Front-Access Device 32 MB kit SDRAM Shelves 64 MB kit SDRAM Zip drive 128 MB kit SDRAM tape drive CD-ROM drive (already installed on some models)

  • Page 28: Removing And Replacing The Cover

    2 How to Install Accessories in Your PC Removing and Replacing the Cover Removing and Replacing the Cover For your safety, never remove the PC’s cover without first removing WARNING the power cord from the power outlet, and any connection to a telecommunications network.

  • Page 29: Replacing The Cover After Installing Accessories

    2 How to Install Accessories in Your PC Removing and Replacing the Cover Replacing the Cover After Installing Accessories 1 Make sure that you have installed all your accessories and that all internal cables are properly connected and safely routed. 2 Lower the cover onto the PC chassis and slide it into position.

  • Page 30: Removing And Replacing The Power Supply Unit

    2 How to Install Accessories in Your PC Removing and Replacing the Power Supply Unit Removing and Replacing the Power Supply Unit To improve access to the system board you may need to remove the power supply unit. To do this: 1 Disconnect the PC’s power supply cord and any connection to a telecommunications network.

  • Page 31: Installing Memory

    2 How to Install Accessories in Your PC Installing Memory Installing Memory Static electricity can damage electronic components. Turn OFF all CAUTION equipment. Don’t let your clothes touch the accessory. To equalize the static electricity, rest the accessory bag on top of the PC while you are removing the accessory from the bag.
  • Page 32 2 How to Install Accessories in Your PC Installing Memory To install a main memory module: 1 Disconnect the PC’s power supply cord and any connection to a telecommunications network. 2 Remove the PC’s cover. 3 If necessary, remove the power supply unit. 4 Slide the memory module into the slot’s socket at 90 to the system board (the module will only fit into the socket one way round).

  • Page 33: Installing Other Accessories

    2 How to Install Accessories in Your PC Installing Other Accessories Installing Other Accessories In addition to main memory you can install accessories such as a new mass storage device (for example, a hard disk drive or a Zip drive) or accessory boards to improve the capabilities of your PC.
  • Page 34 2 How to Install Accessories in Your PC Installing Other Accessories Device Shelves Your PC has a number of shelves for installing mass storage devices: The internal hard disk drive shelves. • Your PC already has one hard disk drive installed in an internal shelf. If you need additional storage space, you can install a second hard disk drive in the spare internal shelf.
  • Page 35 2 How to Install Accessories in Your PC Installing Other Accessories The front-access device shelves. • You can install removable-media IDE devices, such as a CD-ROM drive, a Zip drive, or a tape drive, in the three front-access shelves. For information about removing the front bezel refer to the Upgrade and Maintenance Guide, which is part of the MIS Kit available from HP’s Support Web site at:...
  • Page 36 2 How to Install Accessories in Your PC Installing Other Accessories Connecting IDE Devices If you add an IDE Zip drive, hard disk drive, CD-ROM drive, or tape drive, you need to connect it to power and data cables. The data cables are shown below.
  • Page 37 2 How to Install Accessories in Your PC Installing Other Accessories The following table explains which data connectors you should use when you install additional devices. Examples of multiple IDE drive combinations Configuration Connections to data cables 1 Hard disk drive 1.

  • Page 38: Summary Of Installing Accessory Boards

    2 How to Install Accessories in Your PC Installing Other Accessories Summary of Installing Accessory Boards CAUTION Static electricity can damage electronic components. Turn OFF all equipment. Don’t let your clothes touch the accessory. To equalize the static electricity, rest the accessory bag on top of the PC while you are removing the accessory from the bag.
  • Page 39 2 How to Install Accessories in Your PC Installing Other Accessories If you install an ISA accessory board that is not Plug and Play you will need to configure the board before your PC can use it. Refer to the documentation supplied with the operating system for details on your operating system’s capabilities and restrictions concerning how to configure non-Plug and Play accessory boards.

  • Page 40: Installing A Security Cable

    2 How to Install Accessories in Your PC Installing a Security Cable Installing a Security Cable You can secure the PC to your desk, or any other fixed object, using a security cable. The PC has a bracket at the rear for securing the cable. NOTE Contact your reseller for more information about ordering a security cable.

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting Your Pc

    Troubleshooting Your PC This chapter provides summary information that can help you solve problems that you may encounter when using your PC. For more detailed information, refer to the Upgrade and Maintenance Guide which is part of the MIS Kit available from HP’s Support Web site at: http://www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport/...

  • Page 42: Hp Diagtools

    3 Troubleshooting Your PC HP DiagTools HP DiagTools HP DiagTools is a utility that helps you diagnose hardware-related problems on HP Vectra PCs and PC Workstations. It is designed to help you to: Identify and report the configuration of your system. •...

  • Page 43: If Your Pc Has A Hardware Problem

    3 Troubleshooting Your PC If Your PC Has a Hardware Problem If Your PC Has a Hardware Problem This section describes what to do if you have problems with your display, keyboard, or mouse. WARNING Be sure to disconnect the power cord and any telecommunications cables from your computer before you remove the cover to check the cable connections or jumper settings.

  • Page 44: If Your Keyboard Does Not Work

    3 Troubleshooting Your PC If Your PC Has a Hardware Problem Other Display Problems If the display image is not aligned with the screen, use the display’s controls to center the image (refer to the display manual for instructions). Check your display manual to find out which refresh rate is required.

  • Page 45: If Your Pc Has A Software Problem

    3 Troubleshooting Your PC If Your PC Has a Software Problem If Your PC Has a Software Problem If your PC has a software problem, refer to the Upgrade and Maintenance Guide which is part of the MIS Kit available from HP’s Support Web site at: http://www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport/ You can also download the latest versions of drivers and diagnostics...

  • Page 46: Hewlett-Packard Support And Information Services

    To continue the startup procedure, press any key. Hewlett-Packard Support and Information Services Hewlett-Packard computers are engineered for quality and reliability to give you many years of trouble-free service. To ensure that your computer system maintains its reliability and to keep you up-to-date...

  • Page 47: Index

    Index information, finding additional, 14 power management, 13 accessories, installing, 17 initializing, software, 11 power supply unit accessory boards, installing, 30 installing removing and replacing, 22 airflow guide, 19 3.5-inch hard disk drive, 26 Power-On-Self-Test, 11 audio, connectors, 6 accessories, 17 printer, connecting, 3 accessory boards, 30 IDE drive, 26...
  • Page 49 Regulatory Information and Warranty...

  • Page 50: Regulatory Information

    CE-marking accordingly: The EMC directive 89/336/EEC amended by the directive 93/68/EEC. The Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC. The product was tested in a typical configuration with Hewlett-Packard Personal Computer Systems. This Device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 51 • connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected • consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Hewlett-Packard’s FCC Compliance Tests were conducted with HP-supported peripheral devices and HP shielded cables, such as those you receive with your system. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 52 Notice for the Netherlands Bij dit apparaat zijn batterijen geleverd. Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet U ze niet weggooien maar inleveren als KCA. Notice for the United Kingdom The HP Vectra PC is approved under approval number NS/G/1234/J/100003 for indirect connection to Public Telecommunication Systems within the United Kingdom.
  • Page 53 HP, all hardware components must be returned for refund with the entire system process unit. The system processor unit, keyboard, mouse, and Hewlett-Packard accessories inside the system processor unit -- such as video adapters, mass storage devices, and interface controllers -- are covered by this warranty.
  • Page 54 Limitation of Implied Warranties TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY APPLICABLE LOCAL LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY BY THE MANUFACTURER OF MERCHANTABILITY FOR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHER IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE HEREBY LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE.
  • Page 55 Hewlett-Packard. TERMINATION. Hewlett-Packard may terminate this software license for failure to comply with any of these terms provided Hewlett-Packard has requested Customer to cure the failure and Customer has failed to do so within thirty (30) days of such notice.
  • Page 56 (c)(1)(ii) of the Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software clause in DFARS 252.227-7013. Hewlett-Packard Company, 3000 Hanover Street, Palo Alto, CA 94304 U.S.A. Rights for non-DOD U.S. Government Departments and Agencies are as set forth in FAR 52.227- 19(c)(1,2).

  • Page 57: Physical Characteristics

    Physical Characteristics Characteristic Description Weight (excl. display and keyboard) 9.8 kg (21.56 pounds) Dimensions Width: 19 cm (7.48 inches) Height: 39 cm (15.35 inches) Depth: 43 cm (16.93 inches) Footprint 0.0817 m (0.879 ft Storage temperature -20 ºC to 60 ºC (-4 ºF to 140 ºF) Storage humidity 8% to 80% (relative), non-condensing at 40 C (104...
  • Page 58 PC Documentation Roadmap If you want to ... Setup HP User’s Guide Set up your computer Setting Up and Using Your PC Reference HP Information Find out more information about your HP Vectra PC Start Programs HP Info and HP Operating System Online Help Start Help...

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