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HP XL Class 500/550MHz User Manual

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HP V
Linux Workstation
ISUALIZE
User's Guide
XL-Class Workstations
Printed in USA September 1999
Manufacturing Part Number: A1297-90000
Edition E0999
© Copyright 1999 Hewlett-Packard Company

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  • Page 1 HP V Linux Workstation ISUALIZE User’s Guide XL-Class Workstations Printed in USA September 1999 Manufacturing Part Number: A1297-90000 Edition E0999 © Copyright 1999 Hewlett-Packard Company...

  • Page 2: Legal Notices

    RedHat, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Linux® is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds. Netscape® is a trademark of Netscape Communications Corporation. Pentium is a trademark of Intel Corporation. HP Printing Division: Hewlett-Packard Company 3404 E. Harmony Road Fort Collins, CO 80528-9599...
  • Page 3 HP Linux Warranty Information IMPORTANT HP has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of our product testing. However, because each customer’s environment is different from HP’s laboratory test environment, it is the customer’s responsibility to validate the Year 2000 readiness of these products in their own environment.
  • Page 5 Contents...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Additional Information and Help... 13 Setting BIOS Passwords ... 14 Setting a Password ... 14 Chapter 2 How to Install Accessories In Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation ... 15 Supported HP Accessories... 16 Removing and Replacing the Cover ... 17 Removing the Cover ...
  • Page 7 If Your Mouse Does Not Work ... 35 Recovering Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation’s Operating System... 36 Chapter 4 Hewlett Packard Support and Information Services... 37 Introduction... 38 Your HP-Authorized Reseller... 39 Hewlett-Packard Information Services ... 40 HP World Wide Web Site ... 40 Hewlett-Packard Telephone Support ...
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  • Page 9 Preface This owner’s guide describes how to use your HP V Linux ISUALIZE XL-Class Workstation. This Workstation features the Red Hat Linux Operating System, pre-installed by Hewlett-Packard. The HP V Linux Workstation is designed to perform ISUALIZE simulations, formal verification, and other high-end computation tasks.
  • Page 10 Workstations and the HP Kayak Workstations, your HP V Workstation will occasionally make reference to “HP Kayak PC Workstations,” “HP Kayak XU,” or “HP Kayak XW.” This is particularly true during the initial Power-On Self Test and when you see MaxiLife LCD messages.

  • Page 11: Important Safety Information

    Important Safety Information WARNING If you have any doubt that you can lift the HP V Workstation or display safely, do not try to move it without help. For your safety, always connect the equipment to a grounded wall outlet. Always use a power cord with a properly grounded plug, such as the one provided with this equipment, or one in compliance with you national regulations.

  • Page 12: Installation Notice

    If you have any problems or questions with our hardware, software, or documentation, please contact either your HP Response Center or your local HP representative. If you have access to a web browser, you can get the latest software and hardware patches at the following URL: http://us-support.external.hp.com/...

  • Page 13: Documentation Conventions

    Documentation Conventions Unless otherwise noted in the text, this guide uses the following symbolic conventions. user-supplied values screen display Enter Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions Electrostatic charges can damage the integrated circuits on printed circuit boards. To prevent such damage from occurring, observe the following precautions during board unpacking and installation: •...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1 Setting Up And Using Your

    Setting Up and Using Your HP V Linux Workstation ISUALIZE...

  • Page 16: Unpacking Your Hp Visualize Linux Workstation

    Unpacking Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation WARNING If you are in any doubt that you can lift the HP V Workstation and the display safely, do not try to move them without help. 1. When you receive your Workstation, unpack all of the components: ˘...
  • Page 17 Setting Up and Using Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation Unpacking Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation Installation Tools No tools are required to install your HP V Linux Workstation. ISUALIZE However, if you plan to install a disk drive or an accessory board inside your workstation, you will need a flat-blade screwdriver.

  • Page 18: Connecting The Mouse, Keyboard, Display And Printer

    Setting Up and Using Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation Connecting the Mouse, Keyboard, Display and Printer Connecting the Mouse, Keyboard, Display and Printer Connect the mouse, keyboard, display and printer to the back of the HP ISUALIZE only. Tighten the display cable attachment screws. Serial...

  • Page 19: Connecting To A Network

    Let your Network Administrator know that you are connecting your HP V Linux Workstation to the network. ISUALIZE For further instructions on configuring your network connection, refer to the Upgrade and Configuration Guide available on HP’s Web site. Chapter 1 Connecting to a Network The board shown here is a combined SCSI/LAN board.

  • Page 20: Connecting Audio Accessories

    Setting Up and Using Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation Connecting Audio Accessories Connecting Audio Accessories Your HP V Microphone In jack on the Audio Front Panel. A LINE IN jack, LINE OUT jack, MIC IN jack, and MIDI/Joystick connector are located on the rear panel.

  • Page 21: Connecting An External Scsi Accessory

    2. Make sure the SCSI device is terminated correctly—either internally or by a terminating resistor (refer to the manual provided with the SCSI device). 3. Connect the SCSI device to your HP V external 16-bit SCSI connector with a shielded SCSI cable. Step 3: Connect...
  • Page 22 Setting Up and Using Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation Connecting an External SCSI Accessory 4. Refer to the manual provided with the SCSI device to learn how to install any software that may be necessary to use it. NOTE The total length of the external SCSI cables should not exceed 3 meters (approximately 10 feet).

  • Page 23: Connecting The Power Cords

    This HP V Linux Workstation is disconnected from the power by removing the power cord from the power outlet. This means the HP ISUALIZE outlet that is easily accessible.

  • Page 24: The Maxilife Control Panel

    Setting Up and Using Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation The MaxiLife Control Panel The MaxiLife Control Panel The MaxiLife panel is located on the front of your HP V Workstation. Network Activity Light HP MaxiLife and HP MaxiLife and its LCD screen helps you diagnose problems with your...

  • Page 25: Starting And Stopping Your Hp Visualize Linux Workstation

    Your HP V Linux Workstation has preinstalled Red Hat Linux ISUALIZE and HP software. It is initialized the first time you start the HP Linux Workstation. The software initialization process takes a ISUALIZE few minutes. Upon startup, you will see the screen depicted below. Fill-in the information requested.

  • Page 26: Creating A Rescue Disk Set

    Creating a Rescue Disk Set During the initialization of your software, it is very important that you create a Rescue Disk Set for the operating system, when prompted. HP recommends that you use new diskettes for this purpose. To create these back-up diskettes, follow instructions that appear in the HP Linux Setup and Recovery Guide (HP Part Number A1297-90010) that is included with your Workstation.

  • Page 27: Stopping Your Hp Visualize Linux Workstation

    After completing the Setup Program and rebooting, your Workstation will launch a special “Getting Started” program (see above) that will provide access to several on-line documents and manuals. This program will guide you to additional information regarding the Red Hat and HP software. Chapter 1...

  • Page 28: Setting Bios Passwords

    “The HP BIOS Summary Screen and Setup Program” in the chapter “Troubleshooting Your HP V Setting a Password To set a Hardware Administrator or User password: 1. Start the BIOS Setup program (refer to the section “The HP BIOS Summary Screen “Troubleshooting Your HP V 2.

  • Page 29: Chapter 2 How To Install Accessories In Your Hp Visualize Linux Workstation

    How to Install Accessories In Your HP V Linux ISUALIZE Workstation...

  • Page 30: Supported Hp Accessories

    IMPORTANT Some of the accessories mentioned in this section reflect components that were not fully qualified by HP with the Linux Operating System at the time this manual was written. However, they are stated as being supported on Red Hat Linux Version 6.0.

  • Page 31: Removing And Replacing The Cover

    5. Grasp the cover on the sides at the back of the computer and slide it forwards and off the computer. Chapter 2 How to Install Accessories In Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation Removing and Replacing the Cover Linux ISUALIZE...

  • Page 32: Replacing The Cover

    How to Install Accessories In Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation Removing and Replacing the Cover Replacing the Cover 1. Ensure that you have installed all your accessories and that all internal cables are properly connected and safely routed. 2. Ensure that the two latches on the front sides of the cover are lifted up, and that the lock is unlocked.

  • Page 33: Removing And Replacing The Airflow Guide

    1. Hold the airflow guide partly inside the HP V Workstation’s case and reconnect the fan to the system board. 2. Align the airflow guide with the retaining slots on the HP V Linux Workstation’s case and push firmly down into the case until it clicks into place.

  • Page 34: Installing Mass Storage Devices

    How to Install Accessories In Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation Installing Mass Storage Devices Installing Mass Storage Devices Connecting Devices If you add an additional mass storage device, you need to connect it to power and data cables. The figure below shows all data cables and power connectors provided.
  • Page 35 Refer to the drive’s installation guide for more details and to see if there is a special installation procedure to follow. Chapter 2 How to Install Accessories In Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation Installing Mass Storage Devices...

  • Page 36: Installing Drivers And Utilities

    How to Install Accessories In Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation Installing Drivers and Utilities Installing Drivers and Utilities Once you have installed accessory boards and mass-storage devices on your system, you will need to install their drivers. To install the latest...

  • Page 37: Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Your Hp Visualize Linux Workstation

    Troubleshooting Your HP Linux Workstation ISUALIZE This chapter provides information that can help you solve problems you may have when using your HP V Linux Workstation. ISUALIZE...

  • Page 38: Using Hp Maxilife To Diagnose Problems

    Troubleshooting Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation Using HP MaxiLife to Diagnose Problems Using HP MaxiLife to Diagnose Problems Your HP LCD can help you to diagnose problems with your HP ISUALIZE system and monitor working properly. Pre-Boot Checks When you press your HP V HP MaxiLife will check your system before it initiates the start-up sequence.

  • Page 39: Other Features

    One of the following screens will appear in this phase: Other Features HP MaxiLife can also be configured to: • Display the configuration details of your HP V Workstation required to obtain support (System info.) • Indicate POST (Power-On Self Test) steps during the power-on phase (Boot steps) •...
  • Page 40 Troubleshooting Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation Using HP MaxiLife to Diagnose Problems System Info. System information is displayed on the LCD one screen at a time and should detail the following: • Bios version • Number & speed of processors •...
  • Page 41 Troubleshooting Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation If no component errors are detected, the following screen will appear. No errors were detected. COMPONENT Next If an error is detected, an error screen appears indicating the problem. To continue viewing the test results of the other system components, press the control button.

  • Page 42: If Your Hp Visualize Linux Workstation Does Not Start Properly

    Display is Blank and There Are No Error Messages If your display is blank and there are no error messages when you turn on your HP V 1. Check the LCD screen (refer to “Using HP MaxiLife to Diagnose Problems”). 2. Check external items.
  • Page 43 Troubleshooting Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation If Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation Does Not Start Properly LCD Error Messages Power CPU 1 Check that the processors and Power CPU 2 VRMs are correctly installed. Power Cache CPU error Reset the workstation or power-off the LAN.
  • Page 44 Troubleshooting Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation If Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation Does Not Start Properly LCD Error Messages Power CPU 1 Check that the processors and Power CPU 2 VRMs are correctly installed. Power Cache CPU error Reset the workstation or power-off the LAN.
  • Page 45 Troubleshooting Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation If Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation Does Not Start Properly LCD Error Messages Power CPU 1 Check that the processors and Power CPU 2 VRMs are correctly installed. Power Cache CPU error Reset the workstation or power-off the LAN.
  • Page 46 Troubleshooting Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation If Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation Does Not Start Properly LCD Error Messages No CPU 1 Check that boot processor is correctly installed in socket 1. CPU Socket 2 Check that the terminator is correctly installed in socket 2.

  • Page 47: If Your Hp Visualize Linux Workstation Has A Hardware Problem

    This section describes what to do if you have problems with your display, keyboard, or mouse. Display Does Not Work Properly If Nothing Is If nothing is displayed on the screen, but the HP V Displayed On the Workstation starts and the keyboard, disk drives, and other peripheral Screen devices seem to operate properly: •...

  • Page 48: Troubleshooting Accessories On The Hp Visualize Linux Workstation

    Troubleshooting Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation If Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation Has a Hardware Problem Troubleshooting Accessories on the HP V Linux Workstation This section describes what you should do if your keyboard or mouse does not work. If Your Keyboard Does Not Work •...

  • Page 49: If Your Mouse Does Not Work

    Troubleshooting Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation If Your HP Visualize Linux Workstation Has a Hardware Problem If Your Mouse Does Not Work • Ensure that the mouse is correctly connected. • Clean the mouse ball and rollers as shown in the figure below (use a non-residual contact cleaner).

  • Page 50: Recovering Your Hp Visualize Linux Workstation's Operating System

    Recovering Your HP V Linux ISUALIZE Workstation’s Operating System If, for some reason, you should need to recover your HP V Linux ISUALIZE Workstation’s operating system (for example, a system crash, etc.), refer to the HP Linux Setup and Recovery Guide (HP Part Number A1297- 90010).

  • Page 51: Chapter 4 Hewlett Packard Support And Information Services

    Hewlett Packard Support and Information Services...

  • Page 52: Introduction

    To ensure that your desktop 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 which are listed below: •...

  • Page 53: Your Hp-Authorized Reseller

    Authorized Resellers can also answer questions regarding non-HP hardware, software and systems as well as answer queries about usage not intended for, or not common for, the HP Workstation. Authorized HP Resellers can also offer consulting services tailored to your specific needs regarding product development or custom installations.

  • Page 54: Hewlett-Packard Information Services

    7 days a week, ensuring that the most up-to-date information is always available. HP World Wide Web Site The HP World Wide Web site gives you access to information about HP, its products, including product data sheets, service and support information, electronic newsletters and technical tips. You can also download the latest versions of drivers, BIOS and software utilities.

  • Page 55: Hewlett-Packard Telephone Support

    Hewlett-Packard Telephone Support HP North Assistance from the HP North American Customer Support Center is American available Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm Mountain time. Customer Support The number is: +1 (970) 635-1000 Center HP European Assistance from the HP European Customer Support Center is available Customer Support Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 6:00 pm Central European time.
  • Page 56 Portugal Portuguese Please have the following information ready when you call so that your enquiry can be dealt with quickly: • Your HP V Linux Workstation model number and serial ISUALIZE number. • The operating system version and the configuration.

  • Page 57: Lifeline Telephone Support

    (Visa, Mastercard or American Express) at a flat fee. The charge begins AFTER you have been put in contact with a support technician. If your problem is found to be covered by the HP Hardware Warranty, no charge will be applied.

  • Page 58: Summary

    Hewlett Packard Support and Information Services Summary Summary The table below summarizes the services and support available from HP or authorized resellers. Service Covers Basic Parts and Warranty labor for HP products: first year on-site parts & labor; second and third year parts only.

  • Page 59: Regulatory Information And Warranty

    Regulatory Information and Warranty This section contains all Regulatory and Warranty Information.

  • Page 60: Declaration Of Conformity

    UL Listed to UL1950, 2nd edition, File E132277 cUL Listed to CSA 22.2 No.950-M93 TUV Certified to EN60950 2nd edition with A1+A2+A3+A4+A11 HP Fort Collins CCQD HQE supplementary information: The product herewith complies with the requirements of the following Directives and carries the CE...

  • Page 61: Regulatory Information

    • 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 62 à un réseau de télecommunication. N’oubliez pas de replacer le capot avant de rebrancher le cordon secteur. Notice for the United Kingdom The HP V Personal Workstations are approved under approval ISUALIZE number NS/G/1234/J/100003 Telecommunication Systems within the United Kingdom.
  • Page 63 Computer has been designed to respect the environment as much as possible. 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...

  • Page 64: Hp Hardware Warranty

    Repair Center, during the second and third years of use. If HP receives notice of above defined defects during the warranty period, HP will either, at its option, repair or replace products, which prove to be defective. Should HP be unable to repair or replace the product within a reasonable amount of time, the customer's alternate exclusive remedy shall be a refund of the purchase price upon return of the product.

  • Page 65: Limitation Of Warranty

    If the product is not normally sold by HP in the country of use, it must be returned to the country of purchase for service. Response time for on-site service, and parts delivery turn-around time for parts service, are subject to changes from standard conditions based upon non-local parts availability.

  • Page 66: Obtaining On-Site Warranty Service

    Response time for HP on-site service in an HP Service Travel Area is normally next business day (excluding HP holidays) for HP Travel Zones 1-3 (generally 100 miles or 160 Km from the HP office). Response time is second business day for Zones 4 and 5 (200 miles, 320 Km); third business day for Zone 6 (300 miles, 480 Km);...

  • Page 67: Customer Responsibilities

    The customer must be prepared to supply proof of purchase. The customer shall return some defective parts upon HP demand. In that case, HP will prepay shipping charges for parts returned to the HP parts service center. HP Telephone Support Services HP Free telephone support for your Personal Workstation is available during the first year from date of purchase.

  • Page 68: Hp Software Product License Agreement And Software Product Limited Warranty

    B. Terms for all software other than the Red Hat Linux operating system. License Grant. HP grants you a license to Use one copy of the Software. “Use” means storing, loading, installing, executing or displaying the Software. You may not modify the Software or disable any licensing or control features of the Software.
  • Page 69 HP Hardware Warranty authorized users to Use the Software concurrently. Ownership. The Software is owned and copyrighted by HP or its third party suppliers. Your license confers no title or ownership and is not a sale of any rights in the Software, its documentation or the media on which they are recorded or printed.

  • Page 70: Hp Software Product Warranty

    HP products will be uninterrupted or error free. If HP is unable, within a reasonable time, to repair or replace any product to a condition as warranted, you will be entitled to a refund of the purchase price upon prompt return of the product.
  • Page 71 Regulatory Information and Warranty HP Hardware Warranty AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. EXCEPT AS INDICATED ABOVE, IN NO EVENT WILL HP OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF DATA OR FOR DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING LOST PROFIT OR DATA), OR OTHER DAMAGE, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE.
  • Page 72 Regulatory Information and Warranty HP Hardware Warranty Appendix A...
  • Page 73 Index...
  • Page 74 10 headphones connector 6 Hewlett-Packard information services 40 support and information services 37 World Wide Web access 40 HP MaxiLife 10 information services 40 initializing software 12 installing accessories 15 disk drives 20 printer 4 keyboard...
  • Page 75 Personal Workstation first time 11 stopping Personal Workstation 13 support by telephone 41, 43 information services 37 summary of services 44 supported HP accessories 16 telephone support out of warranty 43 under warranty 41 tools required for installation 3 troubleshooting 23...
  • Page 76 Personal Workstation 2 for HP World Wide Web site 40 World Wide Web access to HP 40...

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