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HP dx6100 - Microtower PC Reference Manual

HP dx6100 - Microtower PC Reference Manual (250 pages)

Business Desktop

Brand: HP | Category: Desktop | Size: 5 MB

Table of Contents

Service Reference Guide
4
Document Part Number
4
- Table of Contents
  5
- Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers
  11
- Installing the Operating System
  11
- Backing up and Restoring Files
  12
- Converting to NTFS
  12
- Creating a Backup File-Windows XP Professional
  12
- HP Software
  12
- Restoring from the Backup File-Windows XP Professional
  12
- Transferring Files and Settings
  12
- Power-On Self-Test (POST)
  15
- Setup Utilities and Diagnostics Features
  15
- Computer Setup Utilities
  16
- Using Computer Setup (F10) Utilities
  17
- Computer Setup Menu
  18
- Diagnostics for Windows
  28
- Detecting Diagnostics for Windows
  29
- Installing Diagnostics for Windows
  29
- Using Categories in Diagnostics for Windows
  30
- Running Diagnostic Tests in Diagnostics for Windows
  31
- Configuration Record
  32
- Installing Configuration Record
  33
- Running Configuration Record
  33
- Desktop Management
  35
- Initial Configuration and Deployment
  35
- HP Client Manager Software
  36
- Remote System Installation
  36
- Software Updating and Management
  36
- Altiris Client Management Solutions
  37
- System Software Manager
  37
- Proactive Change Notification (PCN)
  38
- Remote ROM Flash
  38
- ROM Flash
  38
- Subscriber's Choice
  38
- Failsafe Boot Block ROM
  39
- Hpqflash
  39
- 10Replicating the Setup
  40
- 11Dual-State Power Button
  46
- 12World Wide Web Site
  46
- 13Building Blocks and Partners
  46
- Asset Tracking and Security
  47
- Establishing a Power-On Password Using Computer Setup
  51
- Establishing a Setup Password Using Computer Setup
  51
- Password Security
  51
  - Entering a Setup Password
    52
  - Deleting a Power-On or Setup Password
    53
- Drivelock
  54
  - Drivelock Applications
    55
  - Using Drivelock
    55
- Smart Cover Sensor
  56
  - Locking the Smart Cover Lock
    57
  - Using the Smart Cover Failsafe Key
    57
- Master Boot Record Security
  58
- Before You Partition or Format the Current Bootable Disk
  59
- Cable Lock Provision
  59
- Fingerprint Identification Technology
  59
- Drive Protection System
  60
- Fault Notification and Recovery
  60
- Surge-Tolerant Power Supply
  60
- Thermal Sensor
  60
- SATA and PATA Device Information
  61
- Serial and Parallel ATA Drive Guidelines and Features
  61
- ATA Cables
  62
- SATA Data Cable
  62
- SATA Power Cable
  62
- PATA Data Cable
  63
- PATA Power Cable
  63
- PATA Cable Layout
  64
- PATA Drive Installation Guidelines
  64
- PATA Device Classes
  65
- PATA Attach Sequence Rules by Class Priority
  66
- PATA Attach Sequence Worksheet
  67
- PATA Additional Drive Application Notes
  69
- ATA SMART Drives
  70
- Drive Capacities
  70
- Legacy Mode
  71
- Native Mode
  71
- Sata Bios
  71
- Mixed Devices Boot and Drive Letter Ordering
  72
- Chassis Designations
  73
- Identifying the Chassis, Routine Care, and Disassembly Preparation
  73
- Microtower (MT)
  73
- Electrostatic Discharge Information
  74
- Generating Static
  74
- Slim Tower (ST)
  74
- Personal Grounding Methods and Equipment
  75
- Preventing Electrostatic Damage to Equipment
  75
- Grounding the Work Area
  76
- Recommended Materials and Equipment
  76
- General Cleaning Safety Precautions
  77
- Operating Guidelines
  77
- Routine Care
  77
- Cleaning the Computer Case
  78
- Cleaning the Keyboard
  78
- Cleaning the Monitor
  78
- Cleaning the Mouse
  79
- Power Supply Fan
  79
- Screws
  79
- Service Considerations
  79
- Tools and Software Requirements
  79
- Cables and Connectors
  80
- Hard Drives
  80
- Lithium Coin Cell Battery
  80
- Preparation for Disassembly
  81
- Removal and Replacement Procedures- Microtower (MT) Chassis
  81
- External Security Devices
  82
- Installing a Cable Lock
  82
- Installing a Padlock
  83
- Access Panel
  84
- Front Bezel
  85
- Drive Bezel Blank
  87
- Front Drive Bezels
  87
- Diskette Drive Bezel
  88
- Drive Bezel Blank
  88
- Cable Management
  89
- Memory Modules
  90
- Expansion Cards
  91
- Expansion Slot Cover
  91
- Standard PCI Expansion Card
  92
- PCI Express Expansion Card
  95
- Drive Positions
  98
- Drives
  98
- Removing a Drive
  99
- Releasing the Drives
  100
- Installing a Drive
  101
- Chassis Fan
  104
- Front I/O Panel Housing Assembly
  105
- Front I/O Devices
  106
- Power Switch Assembly
  107
- Heatsink
  108
- Processor
  109
- System Board
  111
- Battery
  112
- Type 1 Battery Holder
  113
- Type 2 Battery Holder
  114
- Type 3 Battery Holder
  115
- Speaker
  116
- Power Supply
  117
- Preparation for Disassembly
  119
- Removal and Replacement Procedures-Slim Tower (ST) Chassis
  119
- Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock
  121
- Hood Sensor
  123
- Cable Lock
  124
- External Security Devices
  124
- Security Clip
  124
- Padlock
  125
- Universal Chassis Clamp Lock
  125
- With Security Cable
  127
- Computer Cover
  129
- Front Drive Bezels
  130
- Cable Management
  132
- Memory
  134
- Expansion Card Retainer
  136
- Vertically Oriented Expansion Card
  136
- PCI Expansion Card
  137
- PCI Express Expansion Card
  139
- Expansion Card Cage
  140
- Horizontally Oriented Expansion Card
  140
- PCI Expansion Card
  140
- Riser Card
  143
- Drive Positions
  144
- Drives
  144
- Optical Drive
  145
- External 3.5-Inch Drive
  147
- Primary Hard Drive
  148
- Fan Shroud
  152
- Front I/O Devices
  153
- Power Switch Assembly
  157
- Heatsink
  158
- Processor
  159
- Speaker
  161
- Power Supply
  162
- System Board
  164
- Chassis Fan
  169
- Backwall
  170
- Battery
  176
- Type 1 Battery Holder
  177
- Type 2 Battery Holder
  178
- Type 3 Battery Holder
  179
- Connector Pin Assignments
  181
- Ethernet Aui
  182
- Parallel Interface
  183
- External Infrared Transceiver
  185
- Pin Power
  187
- Power Cord Set Requirements
  191
- General Requirements
  191
- Post Error Messages
  193
- Post Diagnostic Front Panel Leds and Audible Codes
  199
- Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics
  203
- Preliminary Checklist
  203
- Solving Minor Problems
  204
- Solving Power Supply Problems
  207
- Solving Diskette Problems
  208
- Solving Hard Drive Problems
  210
- Solving Multibay Problems
  213
- Solving Display Problems
  214
- Solving Audio Problems
  217
- Solving Printer Problems
  219
- Solving Keyboard and Mouse Problems
  220
- Solving Hardware Installation Problems
  222
- Solving Network Problems
  224
- Solving Memory Problems
  226
- Solving Processor Problems
  227
- Solving CD-Rom and DVD Problems
  228
- Solving Drive Key Problems
  229
- Solving Front Panel Component Problems
  229
- Solving Internet Access Problems
  230
- Diagnostic Front Panel Leds and Audible Codes
  232
- DIMM Sockets
  242

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HP dx6100 - Microtower PC Technical Reference Manual

HP dx6100 - Microtower PC Technical Reference Manual (212 pages)

Business Desktop Computers

Brand: HP | Category: Desktop | Size: 2 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
3
1 Introduction

7
- About this Guide
  7
  - Online Viewing
    7
  - Hardcopy
    7
- Additional Information Sources
  7
- Model Numbering Convention
  8
- Serial Number
  9
- Notational Conventions
  9
  - Values
    9
  - Ranges
    9
  - Register Notation and Usage
    9
  - Bit Notation and Byte Values
    9
- Common Acronyms and Abbreviations
  10
2 System Overview

17
- Introduction
  17
- Features and Options
  18
  - Standard Features
    18
- Mechanical Design
  20
  - Cabinet Layouts
    21
  - Chassis Layouts
    31
  - Microtower Chassis
    33
  - Board Layouts
    35
- System Architecture
  38
  - Intel Pentium 4 Processor
    38
  - Intel Pentium 4 Processor
    40
  - Chipset
    41
  - Support Components
    42
  - System Memory
    42
  - Mass Storage
    43
  - Network Interface Controller
    43
  - Serial and Parallel Interfaces
    43
  - Universal Serial Bus Interface
    43
  - Audio Subsystem
    44
  - Graphics Subsystem
    44
- Specifications
  45
- Optical Drive Specifications
  48
3 Processor/Memory Subsystem

51
- Introduction
  51
- Pentium 4 Processor
  51
- Pentium 4 Processor
  52
  - Processor Overview
    52
  - Processor Upgrading
    53
  - Memory Subsystem
    53
- Memory Subsystem
  54
4 System Support

59
- PCI Bus Overview
  59
  - Introduction
    59
  - PCI Bus Transactions
    60
  - PCI Bus Master Arbitration
    63
  - Pci Express Bus Operation
    64
  - Option ROM Mapping
    66
  - PCI Interrupts
    66
  - PCI Power Management Support
    66
    
    PCI Connector
    67
    
    Pci Express Connectors
    68
- System Resources
  69
  - Interrupts
    69
  - Apic Mode
    71
  - Non-Maskable Interrupts
    72
  - Direct Memory Access
    74
- Real-Time Clock and Configuration Memory
  77
  - Clearing CMOS
    77
  - CMOS Archive and Restore
    78
  - Standard CMOS Locations
    79
- System Management
  79
  - Security Functions
    79
    
    Power Management
    79
    
    Setup Password
    80
    
    Cable Lock Provision
    80
    
    Chassis Security
    80
  - Power Management
    81
  - System Status
    82
  - Thermal Sensing and Cooling
    83
- Register Map and Miscellaneous Functions
  84
  - System I/O Map
    84
  - LPC47B397 I/O Controller Functions
    85
5 Input/Output Interfaces

87
- Introduction
  87
- Enhanced IDE/SATA Interfaces
  91
  - EIDE Interfaces
    91
  - Sata Connector
    92
500 D

93
- Diskette Drive Interface
  93
- Serial Interface
  98
  - Serial Connector
    98
  - Serial Interface Programming
    98
- Parallel Interface
  100
  - Standard Parallel Port Mode
    100
  - Enhanced Parallel Port Mode
    100
  - Extended Capabilities Port Mode
    101
  - Parallel Interface Programming
    101
  - Parallel Interface Connector
    103
- Keyboard/Pointing Device Interface
  104
- Universal Serial Bus Interface
  111
  - USB Data Formats
    112
  - USB Programming
    113
  - USB Connector
    114
  - USB Cable Data
    115
- Audio Subsystem
  116
- AC97 Audio Controller
  116
  - AC97 Link Bus
    116
  - Audio Codec
    116
  - AC97 Audio Controller
    117
  - AC97 Link Bus
    117
  - Audio Codec
    118
  - Audio Programming
    119
  - Audio Specifications
    121
- Network Interface Controller
  122
  - Wake-On-LAN Support
    123
  - Alert Standard Format Support
    123
  - Power Management Support
    123
  - NIC Programming
    124
  - NIC Connector
    124
  - NIC Specifications
    125
6 Integrated Graphics Subsystem

127
- Functional Description
  127
- Introduction
  127
- Functional Description
  128
  - Video Memory Allocation Reporting
    130
- Display Modes
  131
- VGA Monitor Connector
  132
7 Power and Signal Distribution

133
- Introduction
  133
- Power Supply Assembly/Control
  133
  - Power Supply Assembly
    134
  - Power Control
    136
  - Power Management
    137
  - Power Management
    139
- Power Distribution
  140
  - 5/12 VDC Distribution
    140
  - Low Voltage Production/Distribution
    144
  - Signal Distribution
    144
- Signal Distribution
  145
8 Bios Rom

149
- Introduction
  149
- ROM Flashing
  150
  - Upgrading
    150
  - Changeable Splash Screen
    151
- Boot Functions
  151
  - Boot Device Order
    151
  - Network Boot (F12) Support
    152
  - Memory Detection and Configuration
    152
  - Boot Error Codes
    153
- Setup Utility
  154
- Client Management Functions
  164
  - System ID and ROM Type
    165
  - Temperature Status
    165
  - Drive Fault Prediction
    165
- Pnp Support
  166
  - Smbios
    167
- USB Legacy Support
  167
- Error Messages and Codes
  169

HP dx6100 - Microtower PC Hardware Reference Manual

HP dx6100 - Microtower PC Hardware Reference Manual (52 pages)

Business Desktop Microtower Model

Brand: HP | Category: Desktop | Size: 1 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
3
1 Product Features

5
- Standard Configuration Features
  5
- Front Panel Components
  6
- Rear Panel Components
  7
- Keyboard
  8
  - Windows Logo Key
    9
- Special Mouse Functions
  9
- Serial Number Location
  10
2 Hardware Upgrades

11
- Serviceability Features
  11
- Warnings and Cautions
  11
- Removing the Computer Access Panel
  12
- Removing the Front Bezel
  13
- Installing Additional Memory
  14
  - Dimms
    14
  - DDR-SDRAM Dimms
    14
  - Populating DIMM Sockets
    15
  - Installing DDR-SDRAM Dimms
    17
- Replacing or Upgrading a Drive
  19
  - Locating Drive Positions
    19
  - Removing a Drive
    20
  - Replacing a Drive
    23
- Removing or Installing an Expansion Card
  28
- Reassembling the Computer
  35
  - Specifications
    37
  - Battery Replacement
    39
C Security Lock Provisions

43
- Installing a Security Lock
  43
  - Cable Lock
    43
  - Padlock
    44
D Electrostatic Discharge

45
- Preventing Electrostatic Damage
  45
- Grounding Methods
  45
E Routine Computer Care and Shipping Preparation

47
- Routine Computer Care
  47
- Optical Drive Precautions
  48
  - Operation
    48
  - Cleaning
    48
  - Safety
    48
- Shipping Preparation
  49

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HP dx6100 - Microtower PC Network Manual

HP dx6100 - Microtower PC Network Manual (24 pages)

Business Desktops

Brand: HP | Category: Desktop | Size: 0 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
3
1 Network Communications

5
2 Internet Communications

17
- Choosing an Internet Service Provider
  17
- Content Advisor
  18
  - Restricting Internet Content
    18
  - Windows 2000
    19
- Solving Internet Access Problems
  20

HP dx6100 - Microtower PC Support List

HP dx6100 - Microtower PC Support List (34 pages)

Support Telephone Numbers

Brand: HP | Category: Desktop | Size: 0 MB

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HP dx6100 - Microtower PC User Manuals

HP dx6100 - Microtower PC User Manuals (21 pages)

Business Desktop Software Overview

Brand: HP | Category: Desktop | Size: 0 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
1
Abstract
2
Definition of Terms
2
Operating System Support
3
ROM BIOS Information
8
Additional BIOS Highlighted Features
8
Common Image Considerations
8
Software Image Development on Dc7100 Stable Products
9
Software Delivery
9
Software Enhancements
10
User Manuals
11
General Software Image Contents
12
Additional Software
18
Frequently Asked Questions
20
For more Information
20

HP dx6100 - Microtower PC Supplementary Manual

HP dx6100 - Microtower PC Supplementary Manual (14 pages)

Operating System and Device Driver Support for 2004 HP Compaq Business Desktop Computers with the Intel 915 Chipset

Brand: HP | Category: Desktop | Size: 0 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
1
Abstract
1
Introduction
2
Acronyms Used
3
Preinstalled Operating System Availability by Model
4
Device Driver Availability by Device Class
6
- Audio
  6
- Graphics
  6
- Networking
  7
- Wireless LAN
  7
- Modems
  7
- HP Protecttools Embedded Security
  7
- Storage
  8
- Usb
  8
- Ieee 1394
  9
- Bluetooth
  9
- Interrupt Controller Support
  9
- Power Management Support
  10
- Hyper-Threaded Processor Support
  10
- BIOS Update Support
  11
- DVD Playback Software
  11
- Management Software
  11
Known Issues with Running Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 98 Second Edition
12
Microsoft Recommended Minimum Configurations
14
For more Information
14

HP dx6100 - Microtower PC New Features Manual

HP dx6100 - Microtower PC New Features Manual (16 pages)

HP Compaq NC4000: Supplementary Guide

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Table of Contents
1
Introduction
2
HPCM in Operation
7
- Client Inventory
  7
- Health Monitoring
  8
- Diagnostics
  9
- Updating System Software
  10
- BIOS Settings
  11
HPCM Installation and Evaluation
13
Integration with Other Enterprise Management Solutions
14
- Altiris Connector for HP Systems Insight Manager
  14
- Altiris Connector for HP Openview
  14
HP Client Management Solutions
15
Summary
15
For more Information
16

HP dx6100 - Microtower PC Install Manual

HP dx6100 - Microtower PC Install Manual (8 pages)

Installing Microsoft Windows Vista on Selected HP Products

Brand: HP | Category: Desktop | Size: 0 MB

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HP dx6100 - Microtower PC Frequently Asked Questions Manual

HP dx6100 - Microtower PC Frequently Asked Questions Manual (11 pages)

Runtime Power Management v1.0

Brand: HP | Category: Desktop | Size: 0 MB

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HP dx6100 - Microtower PC Limited Warranty

HP dx6100 - Microtower PC Limited Warranty (9 pages)

Global Limited Warranty and Technical Support

Brand: HP | Category: Desktop | Size: 0 MB

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HP dx6100 - Microtower PC Supplementary Manual

HP dx6100 - Microtower PC Supplementary Manual (2 pages)

Microtower Business Desktop

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HP dx6100 - Microtower PC Reference Manual

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Personal Computers

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HP dx6100 - Microtower PC White Paper

HP dx6100 - Microtower PC White Paper (3 pages)

RAM Allocation with Microsoft Windows XP and HP Commercial Desktops

Brand: HP | Category: Desktop | Size: 0 MB

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