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  • Page 1 Corporate PCs See Chapter 1 for Quick Setup www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport...
  • Page 2 Notice 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 shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
  • Page 3 PC, or to HP so they can either be recycled or disposed of in a sound way. Returned used batteries will be accepted free of charge.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1 Setting Up and Using Your PC ......1 2 Basic Problem Solving ....... 13 3 Replacing Hardware Components .

  • Page 5: Setting Up And Using Your Pc

    Power on Status Light (Flashes in Sleep Mode) Power On/Off Button Setting Up and Using Your PC This chapter provides information about setting up and using your PC. Keyboard Lock Status Light Hard Disk Activity Light Floppy Drive...

  • Page 6: Unpacking Your Pc

    Place the PC on a sturdy desk near to easily accessible power outlets, with enough space for the keyboard, mouse, and any other accessories. You can use your PC as a desktop, or with the foot stand attached, like a minitower unit.
  • Page 7 1. USB is supported by: a) the latest version of Windows 95 (preloaded on some models); b) Windows 98. 1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Connecting the Mouse, Keyboard, Monitor and Printer Serial Connector A Monitor 25-pin Parallel Connector Mouse Keyboard (To connect an HP multimedia keyboard, refer to page 5.) English...

  • Page 8: Connecting To A Network

    Setup program. Refer to the Configuration Troubleshooting and Upgrade Guide available from HP’s Support web site. If you install a non-HP network adapter board, refer to the installation and configuration information on HP’s Support web site. Go to the section at Card Ready www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport...

  • Page 9: Connecting Multimedia Accessories

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Connecting Multimedia Accessories (some models only) Connecting Multimedia Accessories (some models only) WARNING Always turn the volume down before connecting headphones or speakers, to avoid discomfort from unexpected noise or static. Listening to loud sounds for prolonged periods of time may permanently damage your hearing.
  • Page 10 1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Connecting Multimedia Accessories (some models only) 1 Connect the HP multimedia keyboard to the PC. Speaker socket 2 Connect the microphone and headphones/speakers to the keyboard. Keyboard microphone socket 3 At the rear of the PC, you can connect another audio accessory, such as a CD player, into the remaining audio (input) connector.

  • Page 11: Connecting The Power Cords

    Connecting the Power Cords 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. This PC is disconnected from the power by removing the power cord from the power outlet.

  • Page 12: Starting Your Pc For The First Time

    When the PC is switched on, the Vectra Logo is displayed. The PC performs a Power-On-Self-Test (POST). Press view the POST details in the HP Summary Screen. If an error is detected during the Power-On-Self-Test, the PC will automatically display the error. You may be prompted to press to start the Setup program to correct the error.
  • Page 13 Changing the Operating System If you change the operating system used by your PC, ensure that the field in the PnP Operating System is correctly set. (To enter the PC’s Setup program, restart your PC and press during start-up.) For Plug and Play operating systems, such as Windows 95 and •...

  • Page 14: Using Power Management

    PC’s activity when it is idle. HP Setup Program You can configure power management in the HP Setup program. Refer to “Power Menu Items" in the HP Setup program. (To enter the PC’s Setup program, restart your PC and press Operating System Operating systems such as Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 95 differ in...

  • Page 15: Additional Information And Help

    Comfortably Information On HP’s Support Web Site The HP web site contains a wide range of information, including downloadable documentation, service and support options, and the latest versions of drivers and utilities. Manuals for Your PC In the "Manuals"...
  • Page 16 Additional Information and Help Service Handbook Chapters—information on upgrade and • replacement parts, including HP part numbers. Technical Reference Manual—technical information on system • components, such as system board, chipset and BIOS. You can check this web site regularly to download any new documents as they become available for your PC.

  • Page 17: Basic Problem Solving

    Using HP’s hardware diagnostics program, DiagTools • Frequently Asked Questions • What to do if you need more help • Hewlett-Packard’s Support and Information Services. • For more detailed information, refer to the Troubleshooting and Upgrade Guide, available on HP’s Web site at www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport...

  • Page 18: If Your Pc Does Not Start Properly

    The monitor settings in your PC are compatible with your monitor. English Connect the power cord to a working grounded power outlet and the PC. Refer to the T roubleshooting and Upgrade Guide available from HP’s Web site at: www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport Refer to the monitor manual for an explanation of the LED signals (green, orange, or blinking).
  • Page 19 Your Setup program settings. Your PC’s Summary Screen For more information on the Setup program, refer to the T roubleshooting and Upgrade Guide, available on the HP Web at www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport Plug the cable into the correct connector on the back of the PC.

  • Page 20: Hp Diagtools Hardware Diagnostics Utility

    HP web site in PDF (Adobe Acrobat) format. Where Can I Get DiagTools is on the Recovery CD-ROM that came with your PC. You DiagTools? can also download the latest version of this utility from HP’s Web Site at www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport Starting DiagTools To start DiagTools: 1 a Insert the PC’s Recovery CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive, or...

  • Page 21: Frequently Asked Questions

    Q: Where can I get more information on installing accessories in my PC? A: The Troubleshooting and Upgrade Guide has detailed information on installing accessories and is available on HP’s support Web site at: www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport Q: How can I reinstall my PC’s operating system? A: Use the software recovery CD-ROM provided with your PC.
  • Page 22 Power On/Off button. Q: Is my PC year 2000-compliant? A: All new Vectras are designed to handle the transition to year 2000 without any problem. For more information, refer to HP’s Year 2000 Web site: www.hp.com/year2000...

  • Page 23: Need More Help

    Some troubleshooting tips: Restart your PC and see if the problem recurs. • Run HP DiagTools. You can create a hardware profile of your PC • (Support Ticket) that can be faxed or mailed to support. See page 16 for information on using DiagTools.

  • Page 24: Collecting Information On Your Pc Before Contacting Support

    2 Basic Problem Solving Hewlett-Packard Support and Information Services Hewlett-Packard Support and Information Services You can learn more about HP service and support from the support Web site: www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport. Collecting Information on Your PC Before Contacting Support Take a piece of paper and note down some of the information mentioned below.

  • Page 25: Replacing Hardware Components

    With a Celeron Processor Processor Replacing Hardware Components This chapter provides information about replacing hardware components. For information about upgrading your PC, internal component labels and installing accessories, refer to the Troubleshooting and Upgrade Guide, available on HP’s web site www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport...

  • Page 26: Before Starting

    Before Starting Before Starting Read this section before replacing any components. WARNING For your safety, never remove the PC’s cover without first removing the power cord from the power outlet, and any connection to a telecommunication network. Always replace the cover before switching the PC on again. CAUTION Static electricity can damage electronic components.
  • Page 27 Removing and Replacing the Cover & Front Panel Removing the Cover Before removing the cover, switch off the monitor and PC, disconnect all power cords and any telecommunication cables. If necessary, unlock the cover at the rear of the PC. 1 Unfasten the thumb screw at the rear of the PC, open the rear latches and slide the cover backwards to remove it.

  • Page 28: Replacing A Memory Module

    Replacing a Memory Module Replacing a Memory Module Location of Main Memory — modules can be installed in either slot 1 Remove the computer’s cover (described in this chapter). 2 Open the two tabs and remove the old memory module. 3 Insert the new memory module (aligning it) and close the two tabs.

  • Page 29: Replacing An Accessory Board

    3 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing an Accessory Board Replacing an Accessory Board NOTE Only use XT format ISA accessory boards (width less than 10.4 cm or 4.09 inches). 1 Remove the computer’s cover (described in this chapter). 2 Unfasten the retaining bracket and rotate it open. 3 Hold the old board firmly and carefully pull it out.

  • Page 30: Which Drive Connectors To Use

    Number in Desktop Replacing the Hard Disk Drive For information on recovering the contents of your hard disk drive, refer to the Troubleshooting and Upgrade Guide, available on HP’s web site www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport 1 Remove the computer’s cover (described in this chapter).
  • Page 31 2 Remove all drive connectors. 3 Press the retaining clip on top of the drive tray and slide it backwards to remove it. 4 Unfasten the screws on the bottom of the drive tray and remove the hard disk drive. CAUTION Take care when handling the hard disk drive during installation.
  • Page 32 3 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the Slim CD-ROM Drive Replacing the Slim CD-ROM Drive WARNING To avoid electrical shock and harm to your eyes by laser, do not open the laser module. The laser module should be serviced by service personnel only. Do not attempt to make any adjustment to the laser unit.
  • Page 33 3 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the Slim CD-ROM Drive 5 Align the new CD-ROM drive with the arrows indicated on the drive tray and clip it into position. 6 Replace the drive tray. 7 Attach drive’s connector. 8 Replace the cover (described in this chapter). English...

  • Page 34: Replacing The Floppy Drive

    3 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the Floppy Drive Replacing the Floppy Drive 1 Remove the computer’s cover (described in this chapter). 2 Remove all drive connectors. Hard drive 3 Press the retaining clip on top of the drive tray and slide it backwards to remove it.

  • Page 35: Replacing The Processor

    Replacing the Processor 1 Remove the computer’s cover (described in this chapter). 2 Remove the old processor. Removing a Celeron processor 3 Install the new processor and clip it into place. Replacing a Celeron processor 4 If the new processor is a different speed, ensure that the system board switches are correctly set for your processor speed.

  • Page 36: Replacing The System Board

    3 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the System Board Replacing the System Board 1 Remove the computer’s cover (described in this chapter). 2 Remove the side panel. 3 Remove the main memory and processor from the old system board (described in this chapter). 4 Remove the old system board.
  • Page 37 6 Push the system board into place using the lever. Ensure the connectors are well aligned and fully engaged. 7 Replace the main memory and processor in the new system board (described in this chapter). 8 If the new processor is a different speed, ensure that the system board switches are correctly set for your processor speed.

  • Page 38: Replacing The Power Supply

    3 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the Power Supply Replacing the Power Supply WARNING To avoid electrical shock, do not open the power supply. There are no user- serviceable parts inside. 1 Remove the computer’s cover (described in this chapter). 2 Remove all internal power supply connectors. 3 Remove the screws securing the power supply.

  • Page 39: Replacing The Fan

    Replacing the Fan 1 Remove the computer’s cover (described in this chapter). 2 Remove the side panel (refer to page 32). 3 Remove the fan’s power connector. 4 Remove the airflow guide and fan. 5 Attach the four rubber pins to the new fan. 6 Attach the new air flow guide to the new fan.

  • Page 40: Replacing The Riser Card

    3 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the Riser Card Replacing the Riser Card 1 Remove the computer’s cover (described in this chapter). 2 Remove the side panel and the system board (described in this chapter). 3 Remove any connectors attached to the riser card and any accessory boards installed.

  • Page 41: Working In Comfort

    Thank you for selecting HP computing equipment. To optimize your comfort and productivity, it is important that you set up your work area correctly and use your HP equipment properly. With that in mind, we have developed some set-up and use recommendations for you to...
  • Page 42 RSI given in this chapter, you may also consult the online version of Working in Comfort preloaded on the hard disk of the your HP computing equipment, or visit HP’s Working in Comfort web site at:...
  • Page 43 Typically, the earlier a problem is diagnosed and treated, the easier it is to resolve. Preparing Your Work When using HP computing equipment, it is important that your work Environment environment contribute to your comfort and productivity. Your Chair...
  • Page 44 4 Working in Comfort • A curved seat edge. finished in a “waterfall” edge. • An adjustable back support backward tilt. It is important that the backrest correctly supports the lower part, or lumbar curve, of the back. • A freely rotating swivel •...
  • Page 45 • Overall avoid fatigue. Setting Up Your HP Make sure that all the elements of your HP computer system—monitor, Computing Equipment document holder, keyboard, mice and other input devices, and headphones and speakers—are optimally arranged and adjusted to meet your personal requirements.
  • Page 46 The top of your monitor screen should be at or slightly below eye • level. Most HP monitors come with a tilt-and-swivel feature that makes it easy to adjust the screen position. To avoid obscuring your view, the screen should be positioned •...
  • Page 47 Monitor Use When viewing your monitor, your head should not be tilted more • Specifications than 15 degrees forward. You should not have to look up more than 5 degrees above horizontal • or down more than 30 degrees below horizontal for normal work tasks, such as typing or reading.
  • Page 48 Because HP keyboards vary in depth, you'll want to be sure that your • work surface or keyboard tray has sufficient room to accommodate your model.
  • Page 49 When using your HP keyboard, remember it takes very little pressure • or force from your fingers to activate the keys. Improper typing style—the use of too much force—can place unnecessary stress on the tendons and muscles in your hands, wrists, and forearms.
  • Page 50 4 Working in Comfort If you use your thumb to rotate the ball on a trackball or spaceball, • keep it in a relaxed, natural shape, and maintain a neutral posture in your hand, wrist and forearm. Hold the mouse gently by draping your fingers over it. Keep your •...
  • Page 51 Comfort and Safety These recommendations are drawn from the latest available Checklist international ergonomic standards and recommendations, including ISO 9241 and ANSI/HFS 100-1988. General • Work Surface Height or both, to position the work surface at approximately elbow height. • Work Surface Arrangement is within easy reach.
  • Page 52 Information Sources listed in the online version of Working in Comfort, preloaded on the hard disk of your HP computing equipment. English - Your thighs should be horizontal or angled slightly downward.

  • Page 53: Index

    26 hardware problems diagnosing, 16 headphones connector, 6 help online, 11 HP Setup program, 15 HP Support and Information Services, HP Web site, 11 I/O addresses used by your PC, 12 IDE connectors, 26 information finding additional, 11 initializing...
  • Page 54 12 Troubleshooting and Upgrade Guide, 21 description, 12 downloading, 12 unpacking the PC, 2 upgrading your PC, 21 using power management, 10 voltage selection, 7 Web site HP, 11 web site HP, 21 working in comfort, 37...

  • Page 55: Regulatory Information And Warranty

    Regulatory Information and Warranty...
  • Page 56 Manufacturer’s Address: 5 Avenue Raymond Chanas 38053 Grenoble Cedex 09 FRANCE Declares that the product: Product Name: Personal Computer Model Number: HP VECTRA VLi 8 SF /XXX Conforms to the following Product Specifications: SAFETY International: Europe: CISPR 22:1993 / GB9254-1988 / EN 55022:1994 Class B...
  • Page 57 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 58 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 59 If, during the product warranty period, HP is unable, within a reasonable time, to repair or replace 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 60 PRODUCT RECOVERY CD-ROM. If your computer was shipped with a product recovery CD-ROM: (i) The product recovery 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 61 HP product and HP software are used properly. Except as expressly provided above, HP does not warrant that any HP software will operate uninterrupted or error-free. If HP receives notice of a defect in an HP software product during the software product’s warranty period, HP will, at its option and according to the specified warranty: 1.
  • Page 62 Hewlett-Packard Year 2000 Warranty Subject to all of the terms and limitations of the HP Limited Warranty Statement provided with this HP Product, HP warrants that this HP Product will be able to accurately process date data (including, but not limited to,...

  • Page 63: Physical Characteristics

    Physical Characteristics For more information, refer to the PC’s data sheet in the library on HP’s web site www.hp.com/desktop. Characteristic Weight (excl. display and keyboard) Dimensions Footprint Storage temperature Storage humidity Operating temperature Operating humidity Power supply Power Consumption Power...
  • Page 64 Setting Up and Using Your PC Troubleshooting and Support This manual Basic Problem Solving (Summary information only) Troubleshooting and Upgrade Guide for this PC www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport Reference Operating System Online Help Start Help Contents in Windows 95 and Windows NT 4.0 Operating System User’s Guide...

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