HP Xw4600 HP xw and Z series Workstations - PCI Express Graphics Card Installa
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describes how to install a PCI Express (PCIe) graphics expansion card in the HP Z and xw Workstation series. Kit contents ● Graphics card ● Graphics driver CD ● Warranty information ● Regulatory information ● Installation instructions ● Card guide (for select graphics cards) ● Support bracket (for - HP Xw4600 | HP xw and Z series Workstations - PCI Express Graphics Card Installa - Page 2
procedures, be sure you discharge static electricity by briefly touching a grounded metal object. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer, observe the following Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions while performing the system parts removal and replacement procedures: - Work on a static-free - HP Xw4600 | HP xw and Z series Workstations - PCI Express Graphics Card Installa - Page 3
2. Install the system BIOS updates, if available. Accessing the internal components of the computer 1. If you need help preparing the computer for this installation, consult the removal and replacement procedures in the service guide for your computer at http://www.hp.com/support/ manuals. 2. Power - HP Xw4600 | HP xw and Z series Workstations - PCI Express Graphics Card Installa - Page 4
with the kit, lower it into the chassis and snap it into place. The following figure shows two graphics card guide types. Figure 2 Installing the card guide (Optional) 2. To install the PCIe graphics expansion card: a. If the PCIe graphics expansion card fits in a card guide, lower the card - HP Xw4600 | HP xw and Z series Workstations - PCI Express Graphics Card Installa - Page 5
d. If the graphics card requires additional power, locate the computer auxiliary graphics power supply cable and connect it (3). NOTE: See the service guide to locate the auxiliary graphics power supply cable. Figure 4 Installing the graphics expansion card 3. Reinstall the card support, if removed - HP Xw4600 | HP xw and Z series Workstations - PCI Express Graphics Card Installa - Page 6
power to the computer, install the graphics drivers from the CD included in the kit. NOTE: At the time of component installation, look for device firmware and driver updates, designated for your computer model and operating system. Obtain updates from http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Using a supplied
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PCI Express graphics card installation
Introduction
This document describes how to install a PCI Express (PCIe) graphics expansion card in the HP Z
and xw Workstation series.
Kit contents
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Graphics card
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Card guide (for select graphics cards)
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Graphics driver CD
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Support bracket (for select graphics cards)
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Warranty information
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DVI-VGA video cable adapter (for select graphics cards)
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Regulatory information
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Display port to DVI cable adapters (for select graphics cards)
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Installation instructions
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High-density graphics cable adapter (for select graphics cards)
Before you begin
To determine the compatibility of this product with your HP workstation, see
QuickSpecs
online at
go/productbulletin
.
CAUTION:
To prevent overheating, your HP xw8400 or xw8600 Workstation might need a front PCI
fan if:
— Your workstation includes dual high-performance* graphics cards.
— Your workstation includes a single high-performance graphics card and an adjacent I/O card that is
located near the inlet of the high-performance graphics card fan.
* Graphics cards with greater than 512 MB of video memory
NOTE:
If installing a secondary graphics card, ensure the cards are compatible.
© 2004–2010 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Printed in the
U.S.
ENWW
Introduction
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