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Getting Started Guide HP x4000 Linux Workstation Manufacturing Part Number: A7230-90002 Edition E0701 © Copyright 2001 Hewlett-Packard Company. - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 2
Packard Company. Red Hat®, the Red Hat " Windows®, MS-DOS® and Windows Manual updates may be issued between editions to correct errors or document product changes. To ensure that you receive the updated or new editions, you should subscribe to the appropriate product support service. See your HP sales - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 3
First Edition: July 2001 Printing Division: Hewlett-Packard Co. Technical Computer Division 3404 E. Harmony Rd. Fort Collins, CO 80525 3 - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 4
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User Password 21 Configuring Your Workstation 22 Starting the HP Setup Program 22 Main Menu 22 Advanced Menu 23 Security Menu 23 Boot Menu 23 Power Menu 23 Viewing Your Workstation Configuration 24 Using Power Management 25 Software and Driver Availability 25 Additional System Information - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 6
Problems 49 Workstation Does Not Start Properly 49 Keyboard Doesn't Work 49 Monitor Doesn't Work 50 Mouse Doesn't Work 50 Audio Doesn't Work 50 You Forgot Your Password 51 Understanding the Diag LEDs 52 Using e-DiagTools for Hardware Problems 54 Starting e-DiagTools from the Hard Drive - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 7
Hardware Warranty 64 Three Year Limited Hardware Warranty 64 Limitation of Warranty 65 Limitation of Liability and Remedies 65 Obtaining On-Site Warranty Service 66 Customer Responsibilities 66 Obtaining Parts Warranty Service 67 HP Telephone Support Services 67 HP Software Limited Warranty - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 8
Contents 8 - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 9
replace the cover on the PC Workstation before switching it on again. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the power supply. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. This product is a class I laser product. To avoid electrical shock and harm to your eyes by laser light, do not open the laser - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 10
.hp.com/workstations/support) contains a wide range of free information, including downloadable documentation, service and support options, and the latest versions of drivers, utilities BIOS, and firmware. The web accessible documentation includes the x4000 Technical Reference/Troubleshooting Guide - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 11
1 Setting Up and Using Your Linux Workstation Chapter 1 11 - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 12
how to set up your x4000 Linux Workstation. Some steps may not apply power outlets and enough space for the keyboard, mouse, and any other accessories. 3. Position the Workstation Workstation unless you are installing a graphics card. If you are installing a graphics card, you need a T-15 Torx driver - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 13
, please read "Important Safety Information" on page 9. Figure 1-1 on page 14 shows the back panel of the Workstation. When you connect the components, match the color-codes of the connectors. The connectors are shaped to go in one way only. 1. Connect the mouse. 2. Connect the monitor to the - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 14
the x4000 Technical Reference/Troubleshooting Guide at www.hp.com/support/workstations. Location of Rear Panel Connectors SCSI Mouse (green) Keyboard (purple) Dual USB (black) Serial Port A (turquoise) Parallel Port (burgundy) Serial Port B (turquoise) LAN Audio Line Out (green) Audio Line In (light - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 15
Linux Workstation Setting Up Your Linux Workstation Connect the Audio Accessories Connect the microphone and headphones (or amplified speakers) to the HP Connect to a Network (LAN) Your Workstation's 10BT/100TX LAN auto-sensing interface adapter supports both 10Mbit/s and 100 Mbit/s operation. - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 16
or one in compliance with your national safety standards. You disconnect the Workstation from the power by removing the power cord from the power outlet. This means the equipment must be located close to an easily accessible power outlet. 1. Connect the power cords to the rear of the monitor and the - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 17
indicates the Workstation is in Stand By or Hibernate mode. - Flashing yellow, flashing red, or solid red indicates a system error. See "Understanding the Diag LEDs" on page 52. • Reset button: Press this button to re-initialize all the hardware without cycling power to the system (soft boot). Avoid - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 18
Up and Using Your Linux Workstation Using Your x4000 Linux Workstation • Hard Disk Activity LED - This light flickers when your hard disk is being accessed. • Network Activity LED - This light flickers anytime the workstation is connected to the network and plugged into the power source, regardless of - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 19
Power-On-Self-Test (POST). Press Esc if you want to view the POST details in the HP Summary Screen. If there is an error in the POST, the error will automatically be displayed. For details, see the section "If a POST Error Message is Displayed" in the chapter "Troubleshooting Your Linux Workstation - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 20
Setting Up and Using Your Linux Workstation Setting Hardware Passwords in the HP Setup Program Setting Hardware Passwords in the HP Setup Program You can set hardware passwords to provide different levels of protection for your Workstation: the Administrator password and the User password. You set - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 21
Setting Up and Using Your Linux Workstation Setting Hardware Passwords in the HP Setup Program If You Forget Your User Password 1. Switch off the Workstation. 2. Re-start the Workstation. If you are prompted for a password, enter the Administration password. 3. When Press F2 to Enter Setup appears, - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 22
Your Linux Workstation Configuring Your Workstation Configuring Your Workstation Use the HP Setup program to configure your Workstation (for example: setting up hardware system and user passwords, installing and upgrading mass storage devices), and to solve configuration problems. It is recommended - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 23
, 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 Up Hardware Passwords in the HP Setup Program" on page 18). Boot Menu Select the order of the devices from which you want the BIOS to attempt to boot the - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 24
of the current configuration of your Workstation (for example: BIOS version, CPU speed, memory module size, and installed mass storage devices). You should check the configuration of your Workstation when you first use it and each time after you install, remove, or upgrade accessories. To check the con - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 25
differ in their power management capabilities. Refer to your operating system documentation for more information. Software and Driver Availability In the "Software and Drivers" section of the HP support site www.hp.com/workstations/support, you can download the latest drivers and BIOS for your - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 26
After completing the Set-up Program and rebooting, your Workstation will launch a special "Welcome" program (see above) that will provide access to several on-line documents and manuals. This program will also guide you to additional information regarding the Red Hat and HP software. 26 Chapter 1 - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 27
Setting Up and Using Your Linux Workstation Working in Comfort and Safety Figure 1-4 Working feature, curved seat edge, a stable base (for example, five legs and castors, adjustable back support, a freely rotating swivel, and fully adjustable padded arm rests). • Monitor. Place your monitor so - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 28
• Work Surface Arrangement. Arrange the elements of your HP Workstation system (monitor, document holder, keyboard, mouse and other side. • Back. While sitting at your work surface, make sure your back is supported by the chair's backrest in an erect position or angled slightly backwards. • Arms. - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 29
Setting Up and Using Your Linux Workstation Working in Comfort and Safety • Hands, Wrists, Forearms. Try to additional information from the sources available to you, including your employer, doctor, office supply store, and the Information Sources listed in the online version of Working in Comfort, - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 30
Up and Using Your Linux Workstation Recycling your Workstation Recycling your Workstation HP has a strong commitment towards environmental conservation. Your Workstation has been designed to respect the environment as much as possible. HP can take an old Workstation back for recycling when it - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 31
2 Linux System Setup and Recovery 31 - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 32
Recovery Configuring Your Linux Workstation Configuring Your Linux Workstation Make sure there are no disks in the 3.5-inch floppy drive or the CD-ROM drive, then turn on the power switch. As the Workstation boots up process ends and the Linux Setup Tool window, shown below, appears. You can choose from - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 33
Setup and Recovery Configuring Your Linux Workstation Setting the Root Password (required) By default, the root user has the password "hplinux." Before you exit, you must set your own root password. setparms enforces this. Click on the "Root Password." tab at the top of the Setup Tool window. This - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 34
Recovery Configuring Your Linux Workstation Changing Boot/Network Parameters Choose the "Boot/Network" tab and the window below appears. There are three kinds of booting interface and instructions. After setting up DNS, click on the "Authorization Parameters" tab and follow the instructions in the - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 35
Linux System Setup and Recovery Configuring Your Linux Workstation /etc/resolv.conf, /etc/sysconfig/network, and /etc/sysconfig/network-scripts/ifcfg-eth0 2. DHCP boot protocol If you choose DHCP booting, your IP address, hostname, gateway, netmask, domain name, and DNS server information are all set - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 36
Setup and Recovery Configuring Your Linux Workstation Setting Up Network Authorization Parameters After typing your workstation's IP its domain name (see your network admin for more help), and optionally enter its server IP address or request it via broadcast. Check the "Use Shadow Passwords" and - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 37
Setup and Recovery Configuring Your Linux Workstation Xserver Parameters To set Monitor and Video parameters, use the "Xserver" tab at the top of the Setup Tool window. The Xserver window (see below) allows you to choose monitor manufacturer/type, video modes and which Default Window Manager to - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 38
Linux System Setup and Recovery Configuring Your Linux Workstation DNS Parameters Configuration In the "Boot/Network Parameters" tab, choose the "DNS Parameters" tab to configure your DNS connections The window contains two smaller windows DNS Servers (IP Address) and DNS Search Domains. Below the - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 39
Recovery Configuring Your Linux Workstation System Time, Timezone and Date Parameters The "Time/Timezone" tab at the top of the Setup Tool screen will display the window In the "Year:" box, you may type the year. Time Zone Click the "Geographical Location" button at the top of the window to select - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 40
System Setup and Recovery Configuring Your Linux Workstation Setting Keyboard Language The "Keyboard Mapping" functionality currently supports five keyboard languages: U.S., U.K., French, German and Spanish. U.S. is the default. As soon as you click "Set Now" in this window, the keyboard language - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 41
Linux System Setup and Recovery Configuring Your Linux Workstation Netscape Preferences The "Netscape" tab at the top of the Setup Tool window allows you to set-up your Netscape Proxy Configuration parameters, home page URL and whether you want direct connection to the Internet (see below). - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 42
Linux System Setup and Recovery Configuring Your Linux Workstation Summary This completes the miscellaneous parameters you can set from the Linux Setup Tool window. If you want to erase the changes you have made and keep the current configuration settings, click on the "Reset Configuration" button. To - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 43
the Linux LILO bootloader. If this happens, Linux will not boot. Any computer can experience a hardware or software failure for many reasons. With the HP Visualize Linux Workstation, it might happen because of problems with a hard drive or because LILO was not run after building a new kernel - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 44
NOTE Linux System Setup and Recovery Recovering Your Linux System From this prompt, you can use the following commands: Table 2-1 Linux Commands anaconda badblocks bash cat chatter chmod chroot clock collage - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 45
Linux System Setup and Recovery Recovering Your Linux System standard Linux utility. For example, will not be activated. You get a usable system maintenance shell. In emergency mode, you are booted into the most minimal environment possible. The root filesystem will be mounted read-only and almost - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 46
Linux System Setup and Recovery Recovering Your Linux System 46 Chapter 2 - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 47
3 Troubleshooting Chapter 3 47 - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 48
page 54 • "HP x4000 Technical Characteristics" on page 56 • "HP Customer Care Center Phone Numbers" on page 57 For more detailed help, refer to the x4000 Technical Reference Guide located on the HP web site (www.hp.com/workstations/support). If you still have problems, run HP e-DiagTools (see "Using - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 49
Troubleshooting Solving Hardware Problems Solving Hardware Problems Workstation Does Not Start Properly Display is Blank If your display is blank after you turn on your Workstation, check that: • The Workstation and monitor are turned on. (The power lights should be illuminated.) • Both the - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 50
49. If the display works properly during the Power-on-Self-Test (POST), but goes blank when Windows starts, the display settings in the operating system Workstation. • Ensure you are using the correct driver. You can download the latest driver from the HP web site (www.hp.com/workstations/support). - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 51
Troubleshooting Solving Hardware Problems You Forgot Your Password Clearing the User Password If off the Workstation and remove the cover. For instructions on how to remove the Workstation's cover, see the HP x4000 Technical Reference on the Web at: http://www.hp.com/workstations/support 2. Set - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 52
and more detailed instructions, refer to the x4000 Technical Reference Guide at www.hp.com/workstations/support. The LED patterns are defined by: • R = Red • Y = Yellow • G = Green • q = Off Unless the LED pattern indicates that the BIOS is in recovery mode (YRqq), or that BIOS recovery is complete - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 53
Troubleshooting Understanding the Diag LEDs Table 3-1 Diag LED Patterns (R = Red, Y = Yellow, G = Green, q = Off) Pattern Error Suggested Solutions RRYY RYYq RYYY YRqq YYRq GRqq GYRq GGRY qYRY qYRG Fatal internal processor error (#IERR). No memory detected. Corrupted memory. BIOS is in crisis - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 54
Understanding the Diag LEDs" on page 52 before attempting to use e-DiagTools. For more information about this utility, refer to the HP x4000 Workstation Technical Reference, available at www.hp.com/workstations/support. HP e-DiagTools is pre-installed on your hard disk drive. Your hard disk includes - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 55
Troubleshooting Using e-DiagTools for Hardware Problems Starting e-DiagTools from the CD-ROM Use this method if for any reason you are unable to start this utility from the hard disk drive partition. 1. Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. 2. Restart the Workstation. The Workstation should boot - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 56
is off, either unplug the Workstation from the power outlet or use a power strip with a switch. x4000 Technical Characteristics Weight Dimensions Footprint Power Supply Input voltage Input frequency Typical input power Max avg input power Maximum output power Storage Humidity Minimum configuration - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 57
Troubleshooting HP Customer Care Center Phone Numbers NOTE HP Customer Care Center Phone Numbers HP Customer Care Centers can help you solve issues related to HP products and, if necessary, initiate appropriate service procedures. In the U.S.A, telephone support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 58
Troubleshooting HP Customer Care Center Phone Numbers Indonesia Japan Korea, Republic of Malaysia +62 (21) 350 3408 +81 3 5344 7181 +82 (2) 3270 0700 +82 80 999 0700 ( - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 59
A Warranty and Regulatory Information Appendix A 59 - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 60
Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer: Hewlett-Packard Company 3404 East Harmony Rd. Fort Collins, CO 80528 USA Declares that the: Product Name: HP Workstation ONLY, contact: European Contact: Your local Hewlett-Packard Sales and Service Office or Hewlett-Packard GmbH, Department HQ-TRE - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 61
the instruction manual, may with HP-supported peripheral devices and HP shielded power cord is not supplied with the computer, select the proper power cord according to your local national electric code. USA: use a UL listed type SVT detachable power cord. Canada: use a CSA certified detachable power - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 62
and Regulatory Information Regulatory Information Si le cordon secteur n'est pas livré avec votre ordinateur, utiliser un cordon secteur en accord avec votre code electrique national. USA: utiliser un cordon secteur "UL listed," de type SVT. Canada: utiliser un cordon secteur certifié CSA. Pour votre - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 63
Notice for Korea Warranty and Regulatory Information Regulatory Information Notice for Taiwan Appendix A 63 - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 64
's alternate exclusive remedy shall be a refund of the purchase price upon return of the product. The system processor unit, keyboard, mouse, and Hewlett-Packard accessories inside the system processor unit - such as video adapters, mass storage devices, and interface controllers - are covered - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 65
the bundled or pre-loaded software on your Workstation is not covered by the HP warranty. HP MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY, WHETHER WRITTEN OR ORAL, WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS IS LIMITED TO THE THREE-YEAR DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. SOME - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 66
Customer Support Center at (970) 635-1000) or a participating Authorized HP Computer Dealer Repair Center. The customer must be prepared to supply proof of the purchase date. The system processor unit, keyboard, mouse, and Hewlett-Packard accessories inside the system processor unit - such as video - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 67
Hardware Warranty Product upgrades, such as new revisions of drivers or BIOS, are not eligible for on-site services under warranty. These revisions are available for you to download at the recommendation of HP or your reseller support representative. If you need professional services to assist you - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 68
of the product and all copies of software, installation instructions and remote assistance (by phone and/or by email). Other Software (if supplied) All other software is warranted by the software vendor and is not warranted by HP. HP Service Procedures Notice of Warranty Claims. Customer must notify - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 69
FROM YOUR HARD DISK DRIVE AND DESTROY THE MASTER DISKETTES, OR RETURN THE COMPLETE HP PRODUCT AND RECOVERY CD-ROM. If your HP product was shipped with a product recovery CD-ROM: (i) The product recovery CD-ROM and/or support utility software may only be used for restoring the hard disk of the HP - HP Workstation x4000 | hp workstation x4000 - Linux getting started guide and wa - Page 70
standard software agreement for the product involved. Support Policy for Microsoft Operating System Service Packs. HP provides end user support for HP Workstations that use Microsoft Operating Systems, including support pack releases by Microsoft. This support will be available within 30 days of the
Getting Started Guide
HP x4000 Linux Workstation
Manufacturing Part Number: A7230-90002
Edition E0701
© Copyright 2001 Hewlett-Packard Company.