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HP Vectra VE6 8 User Manual

HP Vectra VE6 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 Hewlett-Packard Company. ®, ® and Windows® Microsoft are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Hewlett-Packard France Corporate Desktop Computing Division 38053 Grenoble Cedex 9 France 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company...
  • Page 3 User’s Guide Part Number: D6548-90001...

  • Page 4: Who This Manual Is For

    Always replace the cover on the PC before switching it on again. To avoid electric shock, do not open the power supply. This HP PC is a class 1 laser product. Do not attempt to make any adjustment to the laser units. English...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Using Power Management ........13 Desktop Management with HP TopTools for Desktops ..13...
  • Page 6 HP’s Web Site ........
  • Page 7 HP DiagTools ........

  • 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. 1 Unpack all the components. 2 Place the PC on a sturdy desk near easily accessible power outlets, with enough space for the keyboard, mouse, and any other accessories.

  • Page 11: 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

    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

    This light glows/flickers when your hard disk drive is being accessed. The hard disk activity light will also work if you install a second IDE hard disk drive (supplied by HP). You should note, however, that the hard disk activity light does not work for SCSI drives.

  • Page 18: Starting And Stopping Your Pc

    For more details, 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/ 3 If you have set a password in the PC’s Setup program, and the option to check the password every time the system starts is set to enabled, the password prompt is displayed after the POST has completed.

  • Page 19: Starting The Pc For The First Time

    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

    Desktop Management with HP TopTools for Desktops HP TopTools for Desktops is provided on preloaded Windows 95 and Windows NT 4.0 models. It is also available free of charge from the HP Web site at: To start HP TopTools for Desktops or to consult the TopTools online help in Windows NT 4.0 or Windows 95, click the...

  • Page 22: 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 • about your PC and HP. Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 95 users can access this information...

  • Page 23: 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. The MIS Kit is available free of charge from the HP Web site at: http://www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport/ and then select your HP Vectra 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

    Downloading the Upgrade and Maintenance Guide from HP’s Web Site Detailed information about installing all types of accessory is contained in the Upgrade and Maintenance Guide for your PC. You can download the Upgrade and Maintenance Guide from HP’s Web site at: http://www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport/ English...

  • Page 27: Accessories You Can Install

    For information about removing and replacing the airflow guide, refer to the Upgrade and Maintenance Guide which is part of the MIS Kit available from the HP Support Web site at: http://www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport. 2 How to Install Accessories in Your PC...

  • 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

    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 Standing at the back of the PC, lower the cover onto the PC chassis (aligning the rails on the inside edges of the cover with the sides of the PC chassis), and firmly slide the cover forwards into position.

  • Page 30: Installing Memory

    2 How to Install Accessories in Your PC Installing Memory Installing Memory 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 31 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 Slide the memory module into the slot’s socket at 90 board (the module will only fit into the socket one way round). 4 Firmly press the memory module completely into the socket until the retaining clips click into position.

  • Page 32: Installing Other Accessories

    This section describes the shelves and the data connectors that you can use when you install an extra IDE mass storage device. For detailed installation instructions, 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 33 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 34 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: http://www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport/. Some models have a CD-ROM drive already installed in the top front-access shelf.
  • Page 35 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: IDE Hard Disk Drive cable (the Master connector is at the end of the cable) Note: If your PC does not have a preinstalled CD-ROM...
  • Page 36 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 1 Hard disk drive 1. Bootable hard disk drive: 2 Hard disk drives 1.

  • Page 37: Summary Of Installing Accessory Boards

    For detailed instructions on installing and configuring accessory boards, 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/ Your PC has one AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) slot (for the video...
  • Page 38 For detailed instructions on installing an accessory board, 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/ 1 Disconnect the PC’s power supply cord and any connection to a telecommunications network and then remove the cover.

  • Page 39: 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 40 English...

  • Page 41: 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

    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

    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: You can also download the latest versions of drivers and diagnostics software from this site.

  • Page 46: Hewlett-Packard Support And Information Services

    To ensure that your computer system maintains its reliability and to keep you up-to-date with the latest developments, HP and a worldwide network of trained and authorized resellers provide a comprehensive range of service and support options.

  • Page 47: Index

    37 display, 35 hardware problems, 35 HP DiagTools, 34 PC does not start, 34 software problems, 37 unpacking the PC, 2 Upgrade and Maintenance Guide HP Web site, downloading from, 18 using control panel, 9 power management, 13...
  • Page 49 Regulatory Information and Warranty...

  • Page 50: Regulatory Information

    Manufacturer’s Address: 5 Avenue Raymond Chanas 38053 Grenoble Cedex 09 FRANCE Declares that the product: Product Name: Personal Computer Model Number: HP VECTRA VE 6/XXX series 8 Conforms to the following Product Specifications: SAFETY International: Europe: CISPR 22:1993 / EN 55022:1994 Class B...
  • Page 51 Remplacer uniquement avec une pile du même type ou d’un type équivalent recommandé par HP. La pile de cet ordinateur est une pile au lithium qui ne contient pas de métaux lourds, néanmoins, afin de protéger l’environnement, il ne faut pas la jeter dans les ordures ménagères mais la rendre au magasin ou vous l’avez achetée, ou revendeur où...
  • Page 52 HP can also take your old PC back for recycling when it reaches the end of its useful life. HP has a product take-back program in several countries. The collected equipment is sent to one of HP’s recycling facilities in Europe or the USA.
  • Page 53 If, during the product warranty period, HP is unable, within a reasonable time, to repair your product to a condition as warranted, you will be entitled to a refund (in the amount of the product purchase price) upon prompt return of the product to your authorized HP dealer or other HP designate.
  • Page 54 TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY APPLICABLE LOCAL LAW, THE REMEDIES IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT ARE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. EXCEPT AS INDICATED ABOVE, IN NO EVENT WILL HP BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF DATA OR FOR DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING LOST PROFIT) OR OTHER DAMAGE, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE.
  • Page 55 CD-ROM and/or support utility software may only be used for restoring the hard disk of the HP computer with which the product recovery CD-ROM was originally provided.(ii) The use of any operating system software by Microsoft contained in any such product recovery CD-ROM shall be governed by the Microsoft End User License Agreement (EULA).
  • Page 56 OR provide the end-user customer with non defective software along with written re-installation instructions. Reloading of the bundled, preloaded HP or non-HP software by HP or any of its designates is not covered by the HP warranty.

  • Page 57: Physical Characteristics

    Operating with input/output For more accurate values, Operating without input/output consult the data sheet for this PC on HP’s Web site. Standby NOTE When the PC is turned off with the power button on the front panel, the power consumption falls below 5 Watts, but is not zero. The special on/off method used by this PC considerably extends the lifetime of the power supply.
  • Page 58 Contents Operating System User’s Guide HP User’s Guide How to Install Accessories In Your PC (Summary information only) HP MIS Kit for this product http://www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport/ Upgrade and Maintenance Guide Troubleshooting and Support HP User’s Guide Troubleshooting Your PC (Summary information only) HP MIS Kit for this product http://www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport/...

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