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HP dc72 - Blade Workstation Client Getting Started Manual

Quick setup & getting started
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  • Page 3 Quick Setup & Getting Started Business PCs...
  • Page 4 © Copyright 2006, 2007 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. The only warranties for HP products and...

  • Page 5: 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 6 About This Book ENWW...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Quick Setup & Getting Started Installing and Customizing the Software ....................1 Installing the Operating System ................... 1 Downloading Microsoft Windows Updates ................1 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers ................2 Customizing the Monitor Display ..................2 Protecting the Software ........................
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  • Page 9: Quick Setup & Getting Started

    Quick Setup & Getting Started Installing and Customizing the Software NOTE: If the computer was shipped with Microsoft Windows Vista loaded, you will be prompted to register the computer with HP Total Care before installing the operating system. You will see a brief movie followed by an online registration form.

  • Page 10: Installing Or Upgrading Device Drivers

    In Microsoft Windows XP, you will be directed to the Microsoft Windows Update Web site. If you see one or more pop-up windows that ask you to install a program from www.microsoft.com, click Yes to install the program. Follow the instructions on the Microsoft Web site to scan for updates and install critical updates and service packs.

  • Page 11: Turning Off The Computer

    The HP Backup and Recovery Manager is an easy-to-use, versatile application that is pre-loaded on each system and allows you to: ● create Recovery Points to back up the entire system incrementally ● back up the entire system in a single hard archive ●...

  • Page 12: Finding More Information

    To force the computer off manually and bypass the “standby state,” press and hold the power button for four seconds. On some models, you can reconfigure the power button to work in On/Off mode by running Computer Setup. Refer to the Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide on the Documentation and Diagnostics CD for more information about using the Computer Setup utility.

  • Page 13: Using The Documentation And Diagnostics Cd

    Using the Documentation and Diagnostics CD Insert the CD into the optical drive. There may be a slight delay while the software on the CD checks the Windows Regional Settings. Read and follow the prompts to complete the installation. The menu and books are displayed in the language chosen during initial system setup or as specified later in the Windows Regional Settings.
  • Page 14 ● If you recently added new hardware, remove the hardware and see if the computer functions properly. ● If you recently installed new software, uninstall the software and see if the computer functions properly. ● Boot the computer to the Safe Mode to see if it will boot without all of the drivers loaded. When booting the operating system, use “Last Known Configuration.”...

  • Page 15: Helpful Hints

    Helpful Hints If you encounter problems with the computer, monitor, or software, see the following list of general suggestions before taking further action: ● Check that the computer and monitor are plugged into a working electrical outlet. ● Check to see that the voltage select switch (some models) is set to the appropriate voltage for your region (115V or 230V).

  • Page 16: Solving General Problems

    support and troubleshooting information, enter the model number of the computer, and press Enter. Solving General Problems You may be able to easily resolve the general problems described in this section. If a problem persists and you are unable to resolve it yourself or if you feel uncomfortable about performing the operation, contact an authorized dealer or reseller.
  • Page 17 Table 1 Solving General Problems (continued) Cursor will not move using the arrow keys on the keypad. Cause Solution Num Lock key may be on. Press the Num Lock key. The Num Lock light should not be on if you want to use the arrow keys.
  • Page 18 Table 1 Solving General Problems (continued) Poor performance is experienced. Cause Solution Virus resident on the hard drive. Run virus protection program. Too many applications running. Close unnecessary applications to free up memory. Add more memory. Some software applications, especially games, are stressful Lower the display resolution for the current application or on the graphics subsystem consult the documentation that came with the application...

  • Page 19: Solving Hardware Installation Problems

    Table 1 Solving General Problems (continued) System does not power on and the LEDs on the front of the computer are not flashing. Cause Solution Press and hold the power button for less than 4 seconds. If the hard drive LED does not turn on green then: Check that the unit is plugged into a working AC outlet.
  • Page 20 Table 2 Solving Hardware Installation Problems (continued) A new device is not recognized as part of the system. Cause Solution Setup to reconfigure or disable devices to resolve the resource conflict. USB ports on the computer are disabled in Computer Setup. Enter Computer Setup (F10) and enable the USB ports.

  • Page 21: Interpreting Post Diagnostic Front Panel Leds And Audible Codes

    Table 2 Solving Hardware Installation Problems (continued) Power LED flashes Red six times, once every second, followed by a two second pause, and the computer beeps six times. (Beeps stop after fifth iteration but LEDs continue flashing.) Cause Solution Graphics card is not seated properly or is bad, or system board For systems with a graphics card: is bad.
  • Page 22 Table 3 Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes (continued) Activity Beeps Possible Cause Recommended Action Green Power LED flashes None Computer in Suspend to None required. Press any key or move the mouse every two seconds. RAM mode (some models to wake the computer.
  • Page 23 Table 3 Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes (continued) Activity Beeps Possible Cause Recommended Action Red Power LED flashes six Pre-video graphics error. For systems with a graphics card: times, once every second, Reseat the graphics card. followed by a two second pause.
  • Page 24 Table 3 Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes (continued) Activity Beeps Possible Cause Recommended Action Press and hold the power button for less than 4 seconds. If the hard drive LED does not turn on green then: Check that the unit is plugged into a working AC outlet.

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