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  • Page 1 User’s Guide HP Vectra VL 5/xx Series 4...
  • 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 User’s Guide...
  • Page 4 16-bit ISA (Industry Standard Architecture) slots one combination ISA or PCI slot one parallel port, and two serial ports • preloaded HP utilities to ease system configuration tasks • BIOS stored in Flash ROM • BIOS support for ISA “Plug and Play”...
  • Page 5 Your HP Vectra has other important attributes: DMI compliant • ® designed for Windows • Vectra Ergonomic Power Solution—Windows 95 soft power-down • using the mouse, and keyboard power-on. Energy Star compliant power management. • The PC range described in this manual has a power saving capability which complies with the Environment Protection Agency’s (EPA) 30...
  • Page 6 Francais...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Accessing HP User Tools ........
  • Page 8 3 How to Install Accessories In Your PC Supported HP Accessories ....... . .
  • Page 9 4 The HP Setup Program Using the HP Setup Program ....... . 52 Starting the Setup Program.
  • Page 10 If Your PC Has a Hardware Problem ......If Your Display Does Not Work ....... . . If Your Display is Blurred or Unreadable .
  • Page 11 6 Technical Information Specifications..........84 Features .
  • Page 12 HP Support Services ........

  • Page 13: Setting Up Your Pc

    Setting Up Your PC This chapter leads you through the first time installation of your HP Vectra PC.

  • Page 14: Unpacking Your Pc

    • • • Computer Computer Power Cord Keyboard NOTE The operating system software, drivers, and HP utilities are preloaded on the hard disk. English the computer and power cord the display and its cables the keyboard and mouse the manuals.
  • Page 15 2 Place the PC on a sturdy desk near to easily accessible power outlets, with enough space for the keyboard, mouse, and any other accessories. 3 Position the PC so that its rear connectors are easily accessible. 4 Place the display on top of the computer. (If you have a large display, place it next to the computer.) Installation Tools No tools are required to set up your PC.

  • Page 16: Connecting The Mouse, Keyboard, And Display

    1 Setting Up Your PC Connecting the Mouse, Keyboard, and Display Connecting the Mouse, Keyboard, and Display 1 Connect the mouse, keyboard, and display to the back of the computer. The connectors are shaped to go in one way only. 2 Tighten the display cable attachment screws.

  • Page 17: Connecting A Printer

    Connecting a Printer Connect the printer cable to the back of the computer and tighten the attachment screws. Use the connector labeled: Parallel (25-pin parallel connector) for a parallel device • Serial A (9-pin serial connector) for a serial device •...

  • Page 18: Connecting The Power Cords

    1 Setting Up Your PC Connecting the Power Cords Connecting the Power Cords 1 If fitted, remove the label covering the computer’s power connector. 2 Connect the power cords to the display and the computer. 3 Connect the display’s power cord and the computer’s power cord to a grounded outlet.

  • Page 19: Starting The Pc For The First Time

    Starting the PC for the First Time Your PC has preinstalled software. This software is initialized the first time you start the PC. The software initialization takes approximately three minutes, and: sets up the software in your language • sets up your software to use the hardware installed in your •...
  • Page 20 (If necessary, the name of the user can be modified later.) The current date and time. • The type of printer (for example, HP LaserJet 4M). This is shown • on the front of the printer. You also need to enter the connection used by the printer.

  • Page 21: Creating Master Diskettes

    Creating Master Diskettes It is very important that you create master diskettes for your preloaded software as soon as possible. HP recommends that you use new diskettes. Should you need to restore the preloaded software on your PC, you can use these diskettes to do so.
  • Page 22 1 Setting Up Your PC Starting the PC for the First Time English...

  • Page 23: Using Your Pc

    Using Your PC This chapter explains how to use the HP Vectra features and tools designed to increase your productivity.

  • Page 24: Starting And Stopping Your Pc

    Your PC can be started in two ways: pressing the power button on the front panel • pressing the space bar on the HP Vectra keyboard for Windows 95. • When you start the computer, switch on the display first. When you switch on the computer, the computer carries out the Power-On-Self- Test (POST) while the Vectra logo is displayed.
  • Page 25 Stopping the PC when To stop the PC, make sure that you have exited all programs and then exited Windows before pressing the power button on the control panel. using Windows 3.11 Stopping the PC when To stop or shut down the PC: using Windows 95 1 Click on Start.

  • Page 26: The Hp Vectra Keyboard For Windows 95

    The HP Vectra Keyboard for Windows 95 The HP Vectra Keyboard for Windows 95 The HP Vectra keyboard for Windows 95 has several new features. There are three additional keys which give speedy access to Windows 95 functions. These keys have icons indicating what these functions are.

  • Page 27: Hp Utilities

    The Master Diskette Creation utility. Allows you to create master diskettes of your preloaded software. HP PCID. HP PCID is a program which allows you to create a personalized message, which will display during your PC’s Power-On-Self-Test (in text mode only).

  • Page 28: Advanced Power Management

    2 Using Your PC Advanced Power Management Advanced Power Management Your PC supports a power management system which complies with the United States’ Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Energy Star program. Power management enables you to reduce the PC’s power consumption when you are not using it. Two power management modes are supported in Windows 3.11: Standby Mode, which significantly reduces power consumption •...

  • Page 29: Personalizing Your Mouse

    Personalizing Your Mouse Your PC has preinstalled software (the Mouse Control Center) which you can use to personalize the functionality of your mouse. The Desktop Management Interface Your PC supports the Desktop Management Interface (DMI). The DMI lets an application request information about your computer. For example, an application can use the DMI to view: the hardware and software components installed in your PC •...
  • Page 30 2 Using Your PC The Desktop Management Interface English...

  • Page 31: How To Install Accessories In Your Pc

    How to Install Accessories In Your PC This chapter explains how to install accessories, such as extra memory, accessory boards, and additional disk drives, in your PC.

  • Page 32: Supported Hp Accessories

    3 How to Install Accessories In Your PC Supported HP Accessories Supported HP Accessories This chapter describes how to install memory, mass storage devices, and accessory boards in your PC. Refer to chapter 7, “Hewlett Packard Support and Information Services”, for information about how to obtain an up-to-date list of supported devices.
  • Page 33 16 MB kit (2 x 8 MB modules) order D3647A 32 MB kit (2 x 16 MB modules) order D3648A Pairs of identical modules must be installed. See “Installing Memory” later in this chapter. 256 KB Level 2 cache memory Supported HP Accessories English...

  • Page 34: Removing The Cover

    3 How to Install Accessories In Your PC Removing the Cover Removing the Cover 1 Switch off the display and the PC. 2 Disconnect the power cords from the power outlets, the PC, and the display. Then remove the display. 3 If necessary, unlock the cover using the key provided with the PC.

  • Page 35: Replacing The Cover After Installing Accessories

    Replacing the Cover after Installing Accessories 1 Check that you have installed all your accessories. 2 Make sure that all internal cables are properly connected and safely routed. 3 Ensure the cover lock is unlocked and the tabs are inwards. 4 Lower the cover onto the computer, and firmly slide it into position.

  • Page 36: Moving And Replacing The Power Supply

    3 How to Install Accessories In Your PC Moving and Replacing the Power Supply Moving and Replacing the Power Supply You must move the power supply to access the sockets for the main memory, cache memory, video memory, processor, battery, or accessory board slots.

  • Page 37: Replacing The Power Supply After Installing Accessories

    Replacing the Power Supply after Installing Accessories 1 Ensure that you have installed all your accessories in the PC. 2 Replace the power supply on the left-hand side of the PC, and ensure that the cables are neatly routed around any accessory boards. 3 Raise the front of the power supply and engage the hinge on the rear.

  • Page 38: Installing Memory

    4 MB and 16 MB modules in bank C, as 8 MB and 32 MB modules are not fully detected in this bank. 32 MB modules are not available from HP. You can obtain 32 MB modules from your HP reseller. CAUTION Static electricity can damage electronic components.
  • Page 39 3 Align the main memory module directly over the socket. Slide the memory module into the slot at 45°. Firmly press the memory module completely into the connector. 4 Pivot the memory module to the vertical position. 5 Repeat this procedure for each memory module you are installing. If you need to remove a main memory module: Release the retaining clip and pull the module forward and out of the socket 6 Install any other accessories before replacing the cover and power...

  • Page 40: Installing A Video Memory Upgrade

    MB of video memory, which you can increase up to 8MB. To increase the video memory to 4 MB, order HP 2 MB WRAM upgrade D3557A. To increase the video memory to 8 MB, you need to install a 6 MB video memory upgrade, which is not available from HP.
  • Page 41 If you need to use a special video driver for your application, you may be asked to insert a diskette containing the driver in drive A. In this case, insert the video drivers diskette you created with the Master Disk Creation utility.
  • Page 42 NOTE If your display (monitor) is an HP Ultra VGA 1600 (D2800A) and you have the Matrox MGA Millennium video adapter, the 1600 x 1200 resolution may not be highlighted, although it is supported. To select it you must run the Monitor Selection utility.

  • Page 43: Installing Accessory Boards

    Installing Accessory Boards The PC has four accessory board slots: Slot 1 (the top slot) can be used for a 32-bit PCI board • Slot 2 can be used for either a 32-bit PCI or a full-length 16-bit ISA • board Slot 3 can be used for full-length 16-bit ISA boards •...
  • Page 44 3 How to Install Accessories In Your PC Installing Accessory Boards The ICU is preloaded with configuration details for many non-Plug and Play accessory boards. If your accessory board is not listed by the ICU, there are two ways you can configure the accessory board: 1 Some non-Plug and Play accessory boards are supplied with a configuration file which can be used by the ICU to determine which resources are required by the board.

  • Page 45: Installing The Board

    Installing the Board 1 Disconnect the computer’s power supply cord. 2 Remove the computer’s cover and power supply. 3 Find a free slot. Some boards may have preferred locations and special installation instructions detailed in their manuals. 4 Unscrew and remove the slot cover. Store it in a safe place. If the slot cover is tight, loosen the screws on the adjacent slots.
  • Page 46 3 How to Install Accessories In Your PC Installing Accessory Boards 7 Secure the board by replacing the slot cover screw. If you loosened the screws on adjacent slots, tighten them. 8 If you install a VESA-standard video adapter board which uses the integrated video graphics controller, connect the accessory board’s cable to the VESA pass-through connector on the system board.

  • Page 47: Installing Mass Storage Devices

    Installing Mass Storage Devices You can install additional mass storage devices, if you need extra mass storage space for your application software. The PC has one internal drive shelf for a hard disk drive. If your PC already has a hard disk drive, this shelf will be occupied. There three front access drive shelves.

  • Page 48: Installing A Flexible Disk Drive Or A Cd-Rom Drive

    3 How to Install Accessories In Your PC Installing Mass Storage Devices Installing a Flexible Disk Drive or a CD-ROM Drive in the Middle Shelf 1 Disconnect the computer’s power supply cord. 2 Remove the computer’s cover. 3 Remove the RFI bezel from the middle shelf and put it in a safe place. RFI bezel 4 Slide the device into the middle shelf using mounting rails, and secure the device in position using the screws provided.
  • Page 49 5 Connect the data and power cables to the rear of the device installed in the middle shelf. The connectors are shaped to go in one way only. If you are installing an IDE CD-ROM drive, connect the drive to the CD-ROM data cable. This data cable should be connected to the connector marked “CD-ROM”...

  • Page 50: Installing An Ide Hard Disk Drive In The Rear Shelf

    3 How to Install Accessories In Your PC Installing Mass Storage Devices Installing an IDE Hard Disk Drive in the Rear Shelf The PC has an integrated Enhanced IDE controller which supports two Fast IDE hard disk drives. Refer to the drive’s manuals to see if you must set jumpers or if there is a special installation procedure to follow.
  • Page 51 5 Connect the power cable and the data cable to the rear of the drive. The connectors are shaped to go in one way only. 6 Install any other accessories before replacing the cover. Reconnect all cables and power cords. Connecting an IDE There are two different data cables for IDE devices.
  • Page 52 3 How to Install Accessories In Your PC Installing Mass Storage Devices HDD data cable, Slave connector HDD data cable, Master connector Configuration 1 Hard disk drive 2 Hard disk drives 3 Hard disk drives 1 Hard disk drive 1 CD-ROM 2 Hard disk drives 1 CD-ROM NOTE...

  • Page 53: Installing A 3.5-Inch Disk Drive In The Bottom Shelf

    Disk drives ordered from HP are delivered with mounting rails. You will need to order drive mounting rails from HP if you order your disk drive from another supplier. 1 Disconnect the computer’s power supply cord from the power outlet.
  • Page 54 3 How to Install Accessories In Your PC Installing Mass Storage Devices 6 Support the power supply with your hand (to prevent it falling out) and carefully turn the PC onto its side. 7 Slide the hard disk into the bottom shelf, supporting the disk with your hand.
  • Page 55 8 Align the drive with the holes in the bottom of the PC. Support the drive with your hand while securing the drive with the four screws provided. 9 Support the power supply with your hand and very carefully return the PC to the upright position.

  • Page 56: Installing A 5.25-Inch Drive In The Bottom Shelf

    A slim (1-inch high) 5.25-inch front access drive can be installed in the bottom shelf. NOTE Disk drives ordered from HP are supplied with mounting rails. If you order your drive from another supplier, you will need to order drive mounting rails from HP.
  • Page 57 3 Slide the drive mid-way into the bottom shelf. 4 Connect the data and power cables to the rear of the drive. The connectors are shaped to fit one way only. If you are not sure which connector to use, refer to “Connecting an IDE Device to a Data Cable”...

  • Page 58: Configuring The Device Or Devices You Have Installed

    After installing an IDE drive or a flexible disk drive, you will need to run the Setup program to autotype or to configure the device. Refer to chapter 4, “The HP Setup Program” for details of how to do this. English...

  • Page 59: Installing An Upgrade Processor

    Installing an Upgrade Processor As more powerful upgrade processors become available, you can replace your main processor with a more powerful one. If you use an Intel Overdrive processor, it is supplied with its own Voltage Regulator Module (VRM), which must be installed with the processor. The VRM ensures that the processor is provided with the correct voltage.
  • Page 60 3 How to Install Accessories In Your PC Installing an Upgrade Processor 5 To install the new processor: a Locate the corner markers: • • b Position the processor over the socket, with it’s corner marker facing the corner marker on the socket. c Place the processor into the socket.

  • Page 61: Installing The Security Bracket

    Installing the Security Bracket The security bracket supplied with the computer can be used to fasten the computer to your desk. 1 Remove the computer’s cover. 2 Remove the security bracket from the storage position. 3 Insert the security bracket, from inside the computer, into the slot shown in the diagram above.
  • Page 62 3 How to Install Accessories In Your PC Installing the Security Bracket English...

  • Page 63: The Hp Setup Program

    The HP Setup Program This chapter describes how to use the HP Setup program.

  • Page 64: Using The Hp Setup Program

    4 The HP Setup Program Using the HP Setup Program Using the HP Setup Program Setup is an integrated (ROM-based) program that displays the PC’s configuration and allows you to set parameters. Check the configuration when you first use the PC and each time after you install, remove, or upgrade accessories.
  • Page 65 • Home the bottom item, of the current menu. 4 The HP Setup Program Using the HP Setup Program F2=Setup keys can key moves to...
  • Page 66 4 The HP Setup Program Using the HP Setup Program Within a field • next higher value. • right arrow . • • • • • • Use the • Use the • Pressing the screen, will take you to the next menu option. If, however, you are on a sub-menu screen and you press these arrows, you will stay on that screen.

  • Page 67: Understanding The Setup Program

    4 The HP Setup Program Using the HP Setup Program Understanding the SETUP Program The built-in Setup program is accessed by pressing during the PC’s Power-On-Self-Test. On-line help is provided at the right hand side of the Setup screen for each item on the Setup screens. When you highlight an item, the help for that item is displayed.
  • Page 68 4 The HP Setup Program Using the HP Setup Program Setup Item Default Main System time System date System memory 640KB Extended memory 15MB* Running Windows 95 Preferences User Password is Disabled Set User Password Key Click Key auto-repeat speed 21.8 per Second Allows you to set the number of times per second a...
  • Page 69 60Hz 1024x768 mode 60Hz 1280x1024 mode i45Hz 4 The HP Setup Program Using the HP Setup Program Action Enables/disables the parallel port at the specified address. “Disabled” frees resources used by the port. Sets the operating mode of the parallel port.
  • Page 70 4 The HP Setup Program Using the HP Setup Program Setup Item Default Memory and Cache Memory caching Both Memory hole Disabled Shadow/Cache ISA Option Enabled ROMs Hard Disk Drives Hard disk drive 0 (xxxx MB) 540 MB Hard disk drive 1 (xxxx MB) xxx MB...
  • Page 71 Boot on CD-ROM Enabled Space-bar POWER-ON Enabled 4 The HP Setup Program Using the HP Setup Program Action Enable this option if you need the BIOS to set the PCI Bus Master bit. This could be necessary for some old PCI cards.
  • Page 72 4 The HP Setup Program Using the HP Setup Program Setup Item Default Power Standby delay 30 minutes Wakeup Mouse PS2/IRQ12 Enabled IRQ3 (Serial Port) Enabled IRQ4 (Serial Port) Enabled Save changes and Exit Exit without saving changes. English Action Sets the period of inactivity before the system runs in Standby mode.

  • Page 73: Setting Passwords

    A user password can only be set if an administrator password has been set. The user password also allows the possibility of starting the PC with the keyboard locked. You must then type the password and press to unlock the keyboard. 4 The HP Setup Program Setting Passwords English...

  • Page 74: Setting Passwords

    4 The HP Setup Program Setting Passwords Setting Passwords 1 Turn on the PC and the display. If the PC is already turned on, save your data, exit all applications and then press 3.11). For Windows 95, use the Shut Down command.
  • Page 75 Preferences arrow keys to highlight the field. 4 The HP Setup Program Setting Passwords menu item. Set User to save your English...

  • Page 76: After Installing An Ide Drive

    4 The HP Setup Program After Installing an IDE Drive After Installing an IDE Drive After installing an IDE drive you will need to run the Setup program to confirm that the drive has been detected by the PC. When an Additional IDE 1 Switch on the PC.

  • Page 77: Troubleshooting Your Pc

    Troubleshooting Your PC This chapter can help you solve problems that you may encounter when using your PC.

  • Page 78: Solving Problems

    5 Troubleshooting Your PC Solving Problems Solving Problems This chapter can help you solve any problems you might have with your PC. If you are unable to solve your problem after following the advice in this chapter, refer to chapter 7, “Hewlett Packard Support and Information Services”.

  • Page 79: If Your Pc Does Not Start

    If Your PC Does Not Start If Your Display is Blank and There Are No Error Messages 1 Check that the computer and display are turned on. (The power light should be illuminated.) 2 Check the display’s contrast and brightness settings. 3 Make sure that all cables and power cords are firmly plugged in.

  • Page 80: If You Are Unable To Change Any Values In Setup

    If you are Unable to Change any Values in Setup Make sure that the Secure Switch is not set if you are unable to change any of the values in Setup, see “Using the HP Setup Program” on page 52.

  • Page 81: Power-On-Self-Test Errors That May Prevent Your Pc From Starting

    Check that boot on hard disk drive is enabled in Setup, see “The HP Setup Program” on page 51. Check whether the diskette drive is connected. Check Setup for the configuration, see “The HP Setup Program” on page 51. You may get this message if the PC is disconnected for a few days.
  • Page 82 5 Troubleshooting Your PC If Your PC Does Not Start Message Other English Corrective Action and/or Explanation An error message may be displayed and the PC may “hang” for 20 seconds and then beep. The POST is probably checking for a mass storage device which it cannot find and the PC is in Timeout Mode.

  • Page 83: If Your Pc Has A Hardware Problem

    If Your Display is Blurred or Unreadable If you select the wrong display in the HP User Tools menu, the display screen may become blurred or unreadable. To correct this problem: Windows 3.11...
  • Page 84 Also check your display manual to find out which refresh rate is required. Use Setup or HP User Tools to select the correct refresh rate when you are using Windows 3.11, or the HP InfoCenter when you are using Windows 95.

  • Page 85: If Your Keyboard Or Mouse Does Not Work

    If Your Keyboard or Mouse Does Not Work 1 Ensure that the keyboard or mouse is correctly connected. 2 Ensure that the mouse driver supplied with the preloaded software is installed correctly. (Choose a Logitech® mouse driver in Windows SETUP.) 3 Clean the mouse ball and rollers as shown in the figure below (use a non-residual contact cleaner).

  • Page 86: If The Flexible Disk Drive Does Not Work

    5 Troubleshooting Your PC If Your PC Has a Hardware Problem 5 Examine the paper feed mechanism for a paper jam. 6 Make sure that the printer is configured correctly for the PC and for the application. a Ensure the PC’s port has been correctly configured using Setup. b Make sure the printer is correctly set up in Windows.

  • Page 87: If The Hard Disk Does Not Work

    If the Hard Disk Does Not Work 1 Check that the disk power and data cables are correctly connected. 2 Check that the hard disk drive has been enabled and detected on the Hard Disk menu in Setup. There is also an option on the Setup Security menu which allows you to disable or enable boot on hard disk drive.

  • Page 88: If An Accessory Board Does Not Work

    5 Troubleshooting Your PC If Your PC Has a Hardware Problem If an Accessory Board Does Not Work Carry out the following checks: 1 Ensure the board has been firmly installed in the accessory board slot. 2 Check that the accessory board has been correctly configured with the ISA Configuration Utility if necessary.

  • Page 89: If Your Pc Has A Software Problem

    If Your PC Has a Software Problem If You Have Forgotten Your Password If you forget the User Password, but not the Administrator password, carry out the following procedure: 1 Restart the PC. If the keyboard is locked, unplug the power cord and plug it in again.

  • Page 90: If Your Application Software Does Not Work

    5 Troubleshooting Your PC If Your PC Has a Software Problem If Your Application Software Does Not Work If the PC reports the system is OK and the indicator light over the power switch is illuminated, but some software won’t run: 1 Check to see if the settings.

  • Page 91: If The Date And Time Are Incorrect

    PC has been unplugged from the power too long, and the battery • is discharged. To change the date and time use the HP User Tools program (Windows 3.11) or the HP InfoCenter (Windows 95). You can also use the Setup program to change the date and time.

  • Page 92: Changing The Battery

    Special care is needed in changing the battery. Instructions for changing the battery are given below. You should order replacement battery HP 1420 - 0314 from your local Sales and Service office, or a Rayovac 2325/2335 or Mitsubishi BR2325/BR2335, either of which are available from most local stores.
  • Page 93 Please return used batteries to the shop from which you bought them, or to the dealer from whom you purchased your PC, or to HP, so that they can either be recycled or disposed of in an environmentally sound way.
  • Page 94 5 Troubleshooting Your PC If Your PC Has a Software Problem English...

  • Page 95: Technical Information

    Technical Information This chapter provides technical information about your PC.

  • Page 96: Specifications

    6 Technical Information Specifications Specifications Features Feature Processor (standard) Level-one cache Level-two cache Main memory (size/speed) Video Disk drive controller Rear connectors 25-pin parallel connector 9-pin serial connectors English Description Pentium 8 KB code, 8 KB write-back data 256 KB synchronous or pipeline burst cache Upgradable to 128 MB (60 ns, 32-bit) Integrated 64-bit Ultra VGA Controller on PCI bus 1 MB standard, upgradable to 2 MB, DDC1 compliant,...

  • Page 97: Features

    2 hard disk drives and 1 CD-ROM.) One PCI slot, one full-length combo ISA/PCI slot, one full- length 16-bit ISA slot, and one half-length 16-bit ISA slot. HP keyboard with mini-DIN connector HP mouse with mini-DIN connector. Description 9 kilograms (20 pounds).

  • Page 98: Power Consumption

    6 Technical Information Specifications Power Consumption All measurements are in watts (rms). Windows Standby Sleep Windows Standby Sleep 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 99: Typical Power Consumption/Availability For Isa Accessory Slots

    Typical Power Consumption/Availability for ISA Accessory Slots +5 V 4.5A limit per slot (limited by system board) +12 V 1.5A limit per slot (limited by system board) -5 V 0.1A total power limit (limited by power supply) -12 V 0.3A total power limit (limited by power supply) Typical Power Consumption/Availability for PCI Accessory Slots +5 V 4.5A maximum per slot...
  • Page 100 3E8h - 3EFh serial port 3F0h - 3F5h, 3F7h integrated flexible disk controller 3F8h - 3FFh serial port 496h - 497h HP reserved 678h - 67Bh parallel port if ECP mode is selected 778h - 77Bh parallel port if ECP mode is selected...

  • Page 101: Available Video Resolutions

    • as standard, which can be upgraded to 4MB (upgrade module from HP) or 8MB (upgrade module from Matrox). Details of available resolutions and the amount of memory required for each resolution are given after the details for the different operating systems.

  • Page 102: Windows Video Resolutions

    6 Technical Information Specifications Windows Video Resolutions Resolution Number of colors 640 x 480 16, 256, 32K, 64K 800 x 600 256, 32K, 64K 1024 x 768 Resolution Number of colors 640 x 480 16, 256, 32K, 64K, 800 x 600 256, 32K, 64K, 16M 1024 x 768 256, 32K, 64K...

  • Page 103: Os/2 Video Resolutions

    Resolution Number of colors 640 x 480 16, 256, 64K, 16M/24Bpp 16M/32Bpp 800 x 600 16, 256, 64K, 16M/32Bpp 1024 x 768 16, 256, 64K 1280 x 1024 16, 256 Bpp = Bits per pixel OS/2 Video Resolutions Resolution Number of colors 640 x 480 256, 64K 800 x 600...

  • Page 104: Video Resolutions For The Matrox Mga Millennium Video Adapter Card, Valid For Windows 3.11, Windows 95 And Os/2

    256, 64K, 16M 1280 x 1024 256, 64K, 16M 1600 x 1200 256, 64K, 16M Upper limit of refresh rate for HP monitors is 60Hz. Only 24Bpp (Bits per pixel) is available for OS/2 16K colors. English Refresh Rate Memory...

  • Page 105: The Pc's Memory Map

    The PC’s Memory Map Memory Area Memory Range Extended Memory: 1 MB to 4 MB Extended memory 1024 KB upward Conventional Memory: 0 KB to 1024 KB (1 MB) 384 KB Reserved 960 KB to 1024 KB Memory Area 896 KB to 960 KB 800 KB to 896 KB 768 KB to 800 KB 640 KB to 768 KB...

  • Page 106: The Pc's Rear Connectors

    6 Technical Information The PC’s Rear Connectors The PC’s Rear Connectors Keyboard/Mouse Parallel Connector Serial Connector VGA Video Connector English...

  • Page 107: System Board Connectors And Switches

    System Board Connectors and Switches VESA Connector System Board Switches System Board Switches Switch Switch function: 1 - 4 Processor speed, see table on next page Password: open = enabled closed = disabled / clear passwords CMOS: open = normal closed = clear CMOS Processor speed, see table on next page Secure mode selection:...
  • Page 108 6 Technical Information System Board Connectors and Switches The settings for different processors at different speeds are a combination of the settings of switches 1, 2, 3, 4 and 7. Pentium processor CPU Frequency 75 MHz CPU bus Frequency 50 MHz PCI Frequency 25 MHz AT Frequency 8.33 MHz CPU Frequency 90 MHz...

  • Page 109: Recycling Your Pc

    Personal Computer has been designed to respect the environment as much as possible. HP can also take back your old PC 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...
  • Page 110 6 Technical Information Recycling Your PC English...

  • Page 111: Hewlett Packard Support And Information Services

    Hewlett Packard Support and Information Services...

  • Page 112: 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...

  • Page 113: Your Hp Authorized Reseller

    HP Vectra. Authorized HP Resellers can also offer consulting services tailored to your specific needs regarding product development or custom installations, as will third party support services, or the HP Customer Support organization in your country. HP SupportPack HP’s three-year SupportPack is available from your local reseller.

  • Page 114: Hp Support Assistant Cd-Rom

    7 Hewlett Packard Support and Information Services HP Support Assistant CD-ROM HP Support Assistant CD-ROM HP Support Assistant is a yearly subscription service on CD-ROM. It is published four times a year. Each CD-ROM contains information about Vectra PCs as well as other HP computing products.

  • Page 115: Hewlett-Packard Information Services

    The HP Systems Forum on CompuServe is an on-line service, accessible via modem. This service provides information about your HP PC, and allows you to communicate with other HP users through an on-line user forum. HP users share their knowledge and experience with you, and you will be able to ask, or answer, technical questions about your HP Vectra PC, and HP products.

  • Page 116: Hp Forum On America Online

    • This will load the HP Home Page directly onto your screen. In the HP Forum you can ask and answer questions about HP products and you can also download drivers, software application notes, or utilities for HP products.

  • Page 117: Hp Bbs Library

    Enter your E-mail address Access HP World Wide Web Site Access HP, HP’s 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 118: Hp Faxback On Demand-Hp First

    Hewlett-Packard Information Services HP FAXback on Demand—HP FIRST HP FIRST is a service where you can select documents, support and technical information, data sheets and pre-sales information, which are then faxed to you. To access this service, you can use a touch-tone...

  • Page 119: Ordering Drivers And Bios On Diskette

    Contact your authorized HP reseller for assistance in selecting the • appropriate driver. If your reseller is unable to help you, call HP FIRST for the most up- • to-date list of drivers. 7 Hewlett Packard Support and Information Services...

  • Page 120: Hp Support Services

    The HP telephone support service does NOT provide free telephone support for PCs configured as network servers. If you do configure your PC as a network server, you are advised to contact your HP reseller to purchase a network phone-in support contract, which will provide you with a fee-based telephone support service.

  • Page 121: Hewlett-Packard Telephone Support

    Hewlett-Packard Telephone Support HP North American Assistance from the HP North American Customer Support Center is available Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm Mountain time, except Customer Support Wednesday when the hours are 7.00 am to 4:00 pm.

  • Page 122: Lifeline Telephone Support

    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. In the US please call the appropriate number listed below.

  • Page 123: Hp Network Phone-In Support Service (Nps)

    • increase network uptime. • You can purchase the HP NPS service as an annual contract, billable in advance annually, bi-annually, quarterly, or at an hourly rate. This contract service provides unlimited toll-free access to HP Response Center Engineers (RCEs).

  • Page 124: Summary

    The table below summarizes the services and support available from HP or authorized resellers. Service Covers Period covered Basic Parts and labor for HP Three years from Warranty products: date of purchase. first year on-site, second and third year return to HP.

  • Page 125: Hewlett-Packard Marketing Headquarters

    Should you wish to contact Hewlett-Packard, check your local telephone directory for the HP Sales and Service Office near you. If you cannot find a convenient HP office, you can write to one of the major HP Sales and Service Offices or one of the Worldwide Marketing Headquarters listed here.
  • Page 126 7 Hewlett Packard Support and Information Services Hewlett-Packard Marketing Headquarters English...
  • Page 127 Memory which can be addressed by the processor in the area of memory above the first 1 MB. HP Utilities Software provided by Hewlett-Packard to perform certain tasks, for example, changing the date and time. IDE Integrated Device Electronics.
  • Page 128 Glossary mass storage Any device used to store large amounts of data. Usually refers to hard disks and tape backup units. memory modules Miniature boards containing memory chips. Used for increasing the amount of memory available in the computer. multimedia Combining static media (such as text and pictures) with dynamic data (such as sound, video, and animation) on the same system.
  • Page 129 HP SETUP program starting, 52 understanding, 55 HP User Tools, 15 using, 15 HP Utilities, 9 HP Vectra keyboard for Windows 95, 9 I/O addresses used by the PC, 87 IDE drive, after installing, 64 IDE drives, 35 installing, 38, 41...
  • Page 130 7 license agreement, 8 master diskettes, 9 problems, 77 specifications technical, 83 starting HP SETUP program, 52 PC, 12 PC for the first time, 7 Starting and Stopping Your PC, 12 Static electricity, 29 stopping PC, 12 support...
  • Page 131 The HP Vectra keyboard for Windows 95 , Windows icon, 14 tools required for installation, 3 troubleshooting, 65 unpacking the PC, 2 for HP World Wide Web site, 105 using PC, 11–17 VESA connector, 34 Video driver, 29 Video memory...
  • Page 132 Index...
  • Page 133 Regulatory Information and Warranty...

  • Page 134: Regulatory Information

    July 1995 Quality Manager français français Personal Computer HP Vectra VL 5/ series 4 Europe: EN 60950: 1992+A1+A2 International: CISPR 22: 1985 Class B Europe: EN 55022: 1988 Class B EN 50082-1: 1992 IEC 801-2: 1992 / prEN 55024-2: 1992 - 3 kV CD, 8 kV AD IEC 801-3: 1984 / prEN 55024-3: 1991 - 3 V/m IEC 801-4: 1988 / prEN 55024-4: 1992 - 0.5 kV Signal Lines,...
  • Page 135 • connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected • consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Hewlett-Packard’s system certification 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 136 Notice for the United Kingdom The HP Vectra PC is approved under approval number NS/G/1234/J/100003 for indirect connection to Public Telecommunication Systems within the United Kingdom. Noise Declaration for Germany Lärmangabe nach Maschinenlärmverordnung - 3 GSGV (Deutschland) LpA < 70 db am Arbeitsplatz normaler Betrieb nach EN27779: 11.92.
  • Page 137 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.
  • Page 138 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); and negotiated beyond Zone 6.
  • Page 139 The HP Software Product License Agreement and Product Limited Warranty shall govern all Software which is provided to you, the Customer, as part of the HP computer product. This HP Software Product Agreement and Product Limited Warranty shall supersede any non-HP software license or warranty terms which may be found in any documentation or other materials contained in the computer product packaging.
  • Page 140 Ninety-Day Limited Software Warranty HP warrants for a period of NINETY (90) DAYS from the date of the purchase that the software product will execute its programming instructions when all files are properly installed. HP does not warrant that the operation of the software will be uninterrupted or error free.

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