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  • Page 1 HP Kayak XM600 Minitower User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 HP Kayak XM600 Series 2 and HP Kayak XM600 This User’s Guide covers the HP Kayak XM600 Series 2, equipped with socket-mounted processors. These PCs carry the model number P2190N and higher. A separate User’s Manual is available for the HP Kayak XM600, equipped with slot-mounted processors.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    User’s Guide Contents Notice ..........5 Important Warnings .
  • Page 4 User’s Guide Contents 3 Troubleshooting Your HP PC Workstation ....51 If Your PC Does Not Start Properly......52 If Your PC Has a Hardware Problem.

  • Page 5: 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...

  • Page 6: Important Warnings

    Important Warnings Avoid Electrical Shocks WARNING To avoid electrical shock, do not open the power supply. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. To avoid electrical shock and harm to your eyes by laser light, do not open the laser module. The laser module should only be serviced by service personnel.
  • Page 7 Safety Information WARNING There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly installed. For your safety, never attempt to recharge, disassemble, or burn an old battery. Only replace the battery with the same or equivalent type, as recommended by the manufacturer. The battery in this PC is a lithium battery which does not contain any heavy metals.

  • Page 8: Information And Help

    Information and Help PC Workstation Documentation Roadmap If you want to ... Access Information Start Programs HP Info Find Information Finding Information Setup Set up your computer This guide Information CD-ROM Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation Reference Learn how to use your Operating System Online Help operating system Start...

  • Page 9: Information On Ergonomic Aspects

    On HP’s 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. Downloadable Documentation from HP’s Web Site HP’s web site lets you download additional documentation for your PC Workstation.

  • Page 10: Technical Information

    Technical Information Physical characteristics (standard configuration as shipped) Characteristics: Description: Weight (excl. keyboard and display) 14.4 kilograms (31.68 pounds). Dimensions 47.0 cm max. (D) by 21,0 cm (W) by 49.0 cm (H) (18.50 inches by 8.26 inches by 19.29 inches). Footprint 0.09 m (1.06 sq ft).

  • Page 11: Setting Up And Using Your Pc Workstation

    Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation WARNING If you are in any doubt that you can lift the PC Workstation and monitor safely, do not try to move them without help. When you receive your PC Workstation, unpack all of the components. Place the PC Workstation on a sturdy desk with easily accessible power outlets and enough space for the keyboard, mouse, and any other accessories.

  • Page 12: Connecting Devices

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation Connecting Devices Connecting Devices For your own safety, it is recommended that you first read the warning notices on pages 6 and 7. Mouse connector Keyboard connector Dual USB connectors Serial port A Serial port B Line Out connector Line In connector...

  • Page 13: The Maxilife Status Panel

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation The MaxiLife Status Panel The MaxiLife Status Panel The MaxiLife panel is located on the front of your PC Workstation. LCD Control Buttons Power On/Off Button Reset Button Hard Disk Activity Light HP MaxiLife and its HP MaxiLife and its LCD screen helps you diagnose problems with your PC Liquid Crystal...

  • Page 14: Starting And Stopping Your Pc Workstation

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation Starting and Stopping Your PC Workstation Starting and Stopping Your PC Workstation Starting Your PC Workstation for the First Time If your PC Workstation has preinstalled software, it is initialized the first time you start the PC Workstation.
  • Page 15 1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation Starting and Stopping Your PC Workstation Initializing Your Software NOTE Do NOT switch OFF the PC Workstation while the software is being initialized—this could cause unexpected results. To initialize your software: Turn on the display first, then the PC Workstation. When the PC Workstation is switched on, the HP PC Workstation’s logo is displayed.

  • Page 16: Using Your Hp Enhanced Multimedia Keyboard (Some Models Only)

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation Using Your HP Enhanced Multimedia Keyboard (some models only) Using Your HP Enhanced Multimedia Keyboard (some models only) The HP enhanced keyboard includes soft keys you can use to: • Display and configure the actions assigned to keys. •...

  • Page 17: Viewing The Hp Summary Screen

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation Viewing the HP Summary Screen Viewing the HP Summary Screen The HP Summary Screen gives you a summary of the current configuration of your PC Workstation (for example: BIOS version, CPU speed, memory module size, and installed mass storage devices).

  • Page 18: Using The Hp Setup Program

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation Using the HP Setup Program Using the HP Setup Program Use the Setup program to configure your PC Workstation (for example: setting up system and user passwords, installing and upgrading mass storage devices), and to solve configuration problems. It is recommended that you take note of any changes to the system setup.
  • Page 19 1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation Using the HP Setup Program Security Menu Sub-menus are presented for changing the characteristics and values of the System Administrator Password, User Password, Power-on Password, Fixed Disk Boot Sector and for preventing unauthorized start-up from the Floppy, CD-ROM and IDE-HDD drives (refer to “Setting Passwords in the HP Setup Program”...

  • Page 20: Setting Passwords In The Hp Setup Program

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation Setting Passwords in the HP Setup Program Setting Passwords in the HP Setup Program You can set passwords to provide different levels of protection for your PC Workstation, the Administrator password, the User password and the Power-on password.

  • Page 21: Using Power Management

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation Using Power Management Using Power Management Power management enables you to reduce the PC’s overall power consumption by slowing down the PC’s activity when it is idle. For more information on power consumption data, refer to the PC Workstation’s data sheet on HP’s web site at: http://www.hp.com/desktops/kayak.

  • Page 22: Installing And Replacing Hardware Parts In Your Pc Workstation

    Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation This chapter provides information about installing accessories and replacing hardware parts in your PC Workstation. Power Supply Unit Front access shelves: - three 5¼-inch drive shelves (can be used for Main Fan optical drives or two additional hard disk drives with a 3½...
  • Page 23 2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation HP Kayak XM600 PC Workstation System Board Memory modules supporting two RDRAM modules Support for one or two processors Up to six accessory cards can be installed: - One Universal AGP PRO (graphics) - Five 32-bit PCI slots Floppy Disk Drive...

  • Page 24: Removing And Replacing The Cover And Front Bezel

    2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Removing and Replacing the Cover and Front Bezel Removing and Replacing the Cover and Front Bezel Removing the Cover For your own safety, it is recommended that you first read the warning notices on pages 6 and 7.
  • Page 25 2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Removing and Replacing the Cover and Front Bezel Removing the Front Bezel If required, remove the front bezel. This bezel is divided into two sections: • The upper bezel (blue) gives access to three 5.25-inch shelves and two 3.5-inch shelves.

  • Page 26: Replacing Or Installing A Processor

    2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Replacing or Installing a Processor Replacing or Installing a Processor Single-processor systems can be upgraded to dual-processor systems by installing a second processor in the vacant processor socket. The second processor must be of the same specification (type, speed and level-2 cache memory capacity) as the existing processor.
  • Page 27 2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Replacing or Installing a Processor Remove the PC Workstation’s cover (refer to page 24 for instructions). Locate the second processor socket marked CPU 2 on the system board. Lift the ZIF lever and remove the processor terminator from the CPU 2 socket.
  • Page 28 2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Replacing or Installing a Processor Configuring the Operating System for use with Dual Processors Configuring Windows 2000 To obtain the full benefits of a dual processor configuration you will need to configure Windows 2000 as follows: Click on Start, Settings then Control Panel.

  • Page 29: Removing, Replacing And Upgrading Memory

    2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Removing, Replacing and Upgrading Memory Removing, Replacing and Upgrading Memory NOTE Use only HP memory modules specifically designed for your PC model. To find out about available accessories for your PC, refer to the HP Accessories Web site at: http://www.hp.com/go/pcaccessories.
  • Page 30 2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Removing, Replacing and Upgrading Memory Install your new memory module, ensuring that the two notches on the bottom edge of the memory module are aligned with those of the socket. With the two retaining clips open, press the memory module fully into the socket until the retaining clips click into position...

  • Page 31: Removing And Replacing An Accessory Card

    2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Removing and Replacing an Accessory Card Removing and Replacing an Accessory Card The HP Kayak XM600 has five 32-bit 33 MHz, 5 V PCI accessory card slots and one Universal AGP PRO slot on the system board. HP Kayak XM600 Minitower models support the following AGP video cards: •...

  • Page 32: Installing Mass Storage Devices

    2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Installing Mass Storage Devices Installing Mass Storage Devices The PC has an integrated Ultra ATA-66 controller that supports up to four IDE devices. Removable media IDE devices, such as CD-ROM drives, DVD drives, tape drives and Zip drives, require front access.
  • Page 33 2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Installing Mass Storage Devices Which IDE Data There are three data cables inside your PC Workstation (SCSI models have Connectors to Use an additional cable and connectors, refer to “Cables and Connectors (SCSI Models)”...
  • Page 34 2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Installing Mass Storage Devices Cables and Connectors (SCSI Models) Primary IDE cable Two IDE data cables each 16-bit SCSI Terminator with two 40-pin connectors fitted on cable for IDE Drives 16-bit Internal U160 68-pin SCSI connector 16-bit SCSI cable with...

  • Page 35: Power Connectors

    2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Installing Mass Storage Devices You should assign an unused SCSI ID to the second SCSI hard disk drive (for example, SCSI ID 1). The SCSI ID is usually configured with jumpers on the SCSI hard disk drive. Refer to the installation guide supplied with the drive for information on selecting a SCSI ID.

  • Page 36: Removing And Replacing The Primary Hard Disk Drive

    2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Removing and Replacing the Primary Hard Disk Drive Removing and Replacing the Primary Hard Disk Drive CAUTION Handle the hard disk drive with care. Avoid shocks and violent movement as this can cause damage to the hard disk drive’s internal components.

  • Page 37: Installing A Second Hard Disk Drive In An Internal Shelf

    2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Installing a Second Hard Disk Drive in an Internal Shelf CAUTION Configure the new hard disk drive with the same settings as the old one. Installing the Add the short blue guide rails to the new hard disk drive. Insert the guide New Drive rail labeled “L”...

  • Page 38: Installing A Third Or A Fourth Hard Disk Drive

    2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Installing a Third or a Fourth Hard Disk Drive The second hard disk drive can only be inserted one way. Ensure that the data and cable connectors are facing you and positioned at the top. Align the guide rails on both sides of the drive with the internal shelf guides and then slide the drive into the bottom shelf until it clicks into position.

  • Page 39: Installing A Device In A Front Access Bay

    2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Installing a Device in a Front Access Bay Installing a Device in a Front Access Bay Switch off the display and PC Workstation. Disconnect all power cables and any LAN or telecommunications cables. Remove the PC Workstation’s cover and front upper bezel (refer to page 24 for instructions).
  • Page 40 2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Installing a Device in a Front Access Bay Align the guide rails on both sides of the drive with the internal shelf guides and then slide the drive until it clicks into position. Connect the power and data cables to the installed device.

  • Page 41: Replacing The Cd-Rom Drive (Or Dvd-Drive)

    2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Replacing the CD-ROM Drive (or DVD-Drive) Replacing the CD-ROM Drive (or DVD-Drive) Removing the Switch off the display and PC Workstation. Disconnect all power cables Old Drive and any LAN or telecommunications cables. Remove the PC Workstation’s cover and front upper bezel (refer to page 24 for instructions).

  • Page 42: Replacing The Floppy Disk Drive

    2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Replacing the Floppy Disk Drive Replacing the Floppy Disk Drive Removing the Switch off the display and PC Workstation. Disconnect all power cables Floppy Disk Drive and any LAN or telecommunications cables. Remove the PC Workstation’s cover and front upper bezel (refer to page 25 for these instructions).

  • Page 43: Completing The Installation Of A Mass Storage Device

    2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Completing the Installation of a Mass Storage Device Completing the Installation of a Mass Storage Device When an IDE Drive Switch on the computer. Is Installed To verify the configuration of your hard disk drive, press F2 to enter Setup when the HP logo appears.

  • Page 44: Replacing The Power Supply Unit

    Replacing the Power Supply Unit Replacing the Power Supply Unit WARNING Hewlett-Packard does not support power supply upgrades. This information is provided to help you replace a defective power supply unit. For your safety, only replace with a power supply unit provided by HP support services.

  • Page 45: Replacing The System Board

    2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Replacing the System Board Replacing the System Board Removing the System Board Switch off the display and PC Workstation. Disconnect all power cables and any LAN or telecommunications cables. Remove the PC Workstation’s cover (refer to page 24 for instructions). To ease installation, place your PC Workstation on its side with the system board facing upwards.
  • Page 46 2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Replacing the System Board Installing the New System Board Clip the retaining bracket onto the new system board. Aligning the rear connectors with their corresponding sockets, insert the system board and lower it onto the guide pins. Ensure that all hooks are correctly positioned.

  • Page 47: Replacing The Main Chassis Fan

    2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Replacing the Main Chassis Fan Replacing the Main Chassis Fan Removing the Fan Switch off the display and PC Workstation. Disconnect all power cables and any LAN or telecommunications cables. Remove the PC Workstation’s cover (refer to page 24 for instructions).

  • Page 48: Replacing The Fan And Speaker Assembly

    2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Replacing the Fan and Speaker Assembly Replacing the Fan and Speaker Assembly Removing the Fan Switch off the display and PC Workstation. and Speaker Disconnect all power cables and any LAN or Assembly telecommunications cables.

  • Page 49: System Board Switches

    2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation System Board Switches System Board Switches There are ten system board switches used for configuration, numbered from 1 to 10. Of these a certain number are reserved and should not be modified, otherwise it could lead to a system failure.

  • Page 50: Replacing The Battery

    2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation Replacing the Battery Replacing the Battery WARNING There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly installed. For your safety, never attempt to recharge, disassemble, or burn the old battery.

  • Page 51: Troubleshooting Your Hp Pc Workstation

    Troubleshooting Your HP PC Workstation This chapter provides summary information that can help you solve problems you may have when using your PC Workstation. • Dealing with common PC and hardware problems. • Using HP MaxiLife to diagnose problems. • Using HP e-DiagTools hardware diagnostics program.

  • Page 52: If Your Pc Does Not Start Properly

    3 Troubleshooting Your HP PC Workstation If Your PC Does Not Start Properly If Your PC Does Not Start Properly The PC Doesn’t Power On Check that... The PC’s power cord is correctly connected. Connect the power cord to a working grounded power outlet and the PC. The Power-On Self Test Results In an Error The PC Doesn’t Start and Makes a Noise or Beeps Check that...
  • Page 53 3 Troubleshooting Your HP PC Workstation If Your PC Has a Hardware Problem The Keyboard Doesn’t Work... Check that... The keyboard cable is correctly connected. Plug the cable into the correct connector on the back of the PC. The keyboard is clean and no keys are stuck down. Check all keys are at the same height, and none are stuck.

  • Page 54: Using Hp Maxilife To Diagnose Problems

    3 Troubleshooting Your HP PC Workstation Using HP MaxiLife to Diagnose Problems Using HP MaxiLife to Diagnose Problems Your HP LCD can help you to diagnose problems with your PC Workstation, even when you are unable to get your system and monitor working properly. Pre-Boot Checks When you press your PC Workstation’s on/off button, HP MaxiLife will check your system before it initiates the start-up sequence.

  • Page 55: Other Features

    3 Troubleshooting Your HP PC Workstation Using HP MaxiLife to Diagnose Problems POST Phase Following these checks, the POST (Power-On Self Test) sequence is initiated. One of the following screens will appear in this phase: HP Kayak XM600 ERROR ERROR DESCRIPTION INFO SERVICES No errors occurred.
  • Page 56 3 Troubleshooting Your HP PC 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: • • Product name Type & speed of processor •...
  • Page 57 3 Troubleshooting Your HP PC Workstation Using HP MaxiLife to Diagnose Problems 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. For example, if the processor is not CPU Socket correctly inserted an error screen similar to this one would appear.

  • Page 58: Pre-Boot Diagnostics

    3 Troubleshooting Your HP PC Workstation Pre-Boot Diagnostics Pre-Boot Diagnostics When your PC starts up, the BIOS performs a Power-on Self Test (POST) to test your hardware configuration for any problems. If a problem is detected during the POST, an error is displayed on your PC’s monitor.

  • Page 59: Hp E-Diagtools Hardware Diagnostics Utility

    3 Troubleshooting Your HP PC Workstation HP e-DiagTools Hardware Diagnostics Utility HP e-DiagTools Hardware Diagnostics Utility HP e-DiagTools is an accurate and reliable utility that helps you diagnose any potential hardware-related problems. With this utility you can: • Check the hardware configuration and verify that it is functioning correctly.
  • Page 60 3 Troubleshooting Your HP PC Workstation HP e-DiagTools Hardware Diagnostics Utility From either the Image Creation and Recovery CD-ROM or HP DiagTools CD-ROM: Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive and restart the computer. Press the F8 key to select the boot order to CD-ROM first. The PC will boot from the CD-ROM.

  • Page 61: Image Creation And Recovery Cd-Rom

    3 Troubleshooting Your HP PC Workstation Image Creation and Recovery CD-ROM Image Creation and Recovery CD-ROM The PC Image Engineer — Image Creation and Recovery CD-ROM enables you to restore your computer to its original factory configuration, change or reconfigure the operating system and reinstall drivers or other factory-supplied software components.
  • Page 62 3 Troubleshooting Your HP PC Workstation Image Creation and Recovery CD-ROM Performing a Recovery, Upgrade or Downgrade The PC model must match the CD-ROM (the CD-ROM is locked to a specific PC model). Backup all data files and, if necessary, software applications. It is recommended upgrading to the latest BIOS version.
  • Page 63 Control Panel > SCSI To complete the recovery, you will need to install drivers recommended by Hewlett-Packard which are available from the HP web site, or other drivers. Performing a Partial Recovery Insert the recovery CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive with the operating system running.

  • Page 64: Frequently Asked Questions

    3 Troubleshooting Your HP PC Workstation Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions Q: How can I reinstall my PC’s operating system? A: PC Image Engineer — Use the Image Creation and Recovery CD-ROM provided with your PC. Q: Why is my PC running slowly/producing strange messages? A: Your PC may have been infected by a virus.

  • Page 65: Need More Help

    3 Troubleshooting Your HP PC Workstation Frequently Asked Questions Need More Help? Refer to the for more detailed help. This manual is available Troubleshooting Guide from HP’s web site at: www.hp.com/go/kayaksupport Some Troubleshooting Tips: • Restart your PC and see if the problem recurs. •...

  • Page 66: Collecting Information Before Contacting Hp Support

    3 Troubleshooting Your HP PC Workstation Collecting Information Before Contacting HP Support Collecting Information Before Contacting HP Support It is recommended that before contacting HP Support you note down some of the information mentioned below. This will help HP support deal with your problem quickly and efficiently: PC Description Model number...
  • Page 67 3 Troubleshooting Your HP PC Workstation Collecting Information Before Contacting HP Support...

  • Page 68: Index

    Index enhanced keyboard, 16 activity light purpose, 16 hard disk, 13 ergonomic information accessing, 9 errors battery at startup, 58 replacing, 50 BIOS updating, 65 floppy disk drive version, 66 replacing, 42 BIOS recovery mode front access cage system board switch, 49 installing an accessory, 39 front bezel removing, 25...
  • Page 69 Index before using, 61 PC Workstation completing a full recovery, 63 overview, 22 partial recovery, 63 starting, 14 performing a full recovery, 62 starting and stopping, 14 recovery, 62 starting first time, 14 running HP DiagTools, 62 stopping, 15 important warnings troubleshooting, 51 avoid electrical shocks, 6 unpacking, 11...
  • Page 70 Index second processor technical information installing, 26 physical characteristics, 10 setting power consumption, 10 password, 20 troubleshooting Setup program Frequently Asked Questions, 64 checking configuration, 17 keyboard, 53 menus, 18 monitor, 52 setting passwords, 20 mouse, 53 starting, 18 tips, 65 using, 18 troubleshooting your PC, 51 viewing the summary screen, 17...

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