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Desktop Management Locking the Smart Cover Lock To activate and lock the Smart Cover Lock, complete the following steps: 1. Turn on or restart the computer. If you are in Windows, click Start > Shut Down > Restart. 2. As soon as the computer is turned on, press and hold the F10 key until you enter Computer Setup. Press Enter to bypass the title screen, if necessary. ✎ If you do not press the F10 key at the appropriate time, you must restart the computer and press and hold the F10 key again to access the utility. If you are using a PS/2 keyboard, you may see a Keyboard Error message-disregard it. 3. Select Security > Smart Cover > Cover Lock > Lock option. 4. Before exiting, select File > Save Changes and Exit. Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock 1. Turn on or restart the computer. If you are in Windows, click Start > Shut Down > Restart. 2. As soon as the computer is turned on, press and hold the F10 key until you enter Computer Setup. Press Enter to bypass the title screen, if necessary. ✎ If you do not press the F10 key at the appropriate time, you must restart the computer and press and hold the F10 key again to access the utility. If you are using a PS/2 keyboard, you may see a Keyboard Error message-disregard it. 3. Select Security > Smart Cover > Cover Lock > Unlock. 4. Before exiting, select File > Save Changes and Exit. Using the Smart Cover FailSafe Key If you enable the Smart Cover Lock and cannot enter your password to disable the lock, you will need a Smart Cover FailSafe Key to open the computer cover. You will need the key in any of the following circumstances: ■ Power outage ■ Startup failure ■ PC component failure (such as processor or power supply) ■ Forgotten password Ä CAUTION: The Smart Cover FailSafe Key is a specialized tool available from HP. Be prepared; order this key before you need one (Tamper-resistant wrench PN 166527-001 or tamper-resistant bits PN 166527-002). To obtain the FailSafe Key, do any one of the following: ■ Contact an authorized HP reseller or service provider. ■ Call the appropriate number listed in the warranty. For more information about using the Smart Cover FailSafe Key, consult the Hardware Reference Guide. Service Reference Guide, dx6100 361293-003 3-23

Section	Page
1	11
1.1 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers	11
1.2 Transferring Files and Settings	12
1.3 Backing Up and Restoring Files	12
1.3.1 Creating a Backup File-Windows XP Professional	12
1.3.2 Restoring from the Backup File-Windows XP Professional	12
1.4 Converting to NTFS	12
1.5 HP Software	12
2	15
2.1 Power-On Self-Test (POST)	15
2.2 Computer Setup Utilities	16
2.2.1 Using Computer Setup (F10) Utilities	17
2.2.2 Computer Setup Menu	18
2.3 Diagnostics for Windows	28
2.3.1 Detecting Diagnostics for Windows	29
2.3.2 Installing Diagnostics for Windows	29
2.3.3 Using Categories in Diagnostics for Windows	30
2.3.4 Running Diagnostic Tests in Diagnostics for Windows	31
2.4 Configuration Record	32
2.4.1 Installing Configuration Record	33
2.4.2 Running Configuration Record	33
3	35
3.1 Initial Configuration and Deployment	35
3.2 Remote System Installation	36
3.3 Software Updating and Management	36
3.3.1 HP Client Manager Software	36
3.3.2 Altiris Client Management Solutions	37
3.3.3 System Software Manager	37
3.3.4 Proactive Change Notification (PCN)	38
3.3.5 Subscriber’s Choice	38
3.3.6 ROM Flash	38
3.3.7 Remote ROM Flash	38
3.3.8 HPQFlash	39
3.3.9 FailSafe Boot Block ROM	39
3.3.10 Replicating the Setup	40
3.3.11 Dual-State Power Button	46
3.3.12 World Wide Web Site	46
3.3.13 Building Blocks and Partners	46
3.4 Asset Tracking and Security	47
3.4.1 Password Security	51
3.4.2 Establishing a Setup Password Using Computer Setup	51
3.4.3 Establishing a Power-On Password Using Computer Setup	51
3.4.4 DriveLock	54
3.4.5 Smart Cover Sensor	56
3.4.6 Master Boot Record Security	58
3.4.7 Before You Partition or Format the Current Bootable Disk	59
3.4.8 Cable Lock Provision	59
3.4.9 Fingerprint Identification Technology	59
3.5 Fault Notification and Recovery	60
3.5.1 Drive Protection System	60
3.5.2 Surge-Tolerant Power Supply	60
3.5.3 Thermal Sensor	60
4	61
4.1 SATA and PATA Device Information	61
4.2 ATA Cables	62
4.2.1 SATA Data Cable	62
4.2.2 SATA Power Cable	62
4.2.3 PATA Data Cable	63
4.2.4 PATA Power Cable	63
4.2.5 PATA Cable Layout	64
4.3 PATA Drive Installation Guidelines	64
4.3.1 PATA Device Classes	65
4.3.2 PATA Attach Sequence Rules by Class Priority	66
4.3.3 PATA Attach Sequence Worksheet	67
4.3.4 PATA Additional Drive Application Notes	69
4.4 ATA SMART Drives	70
4.5 Drive Capacities	70
4.6 SATA BIOS	71
4.6.1 Legacy Mode	71
4.6.2 Native Mode	71
4.7 Mixed Devices Boot and Drive Letter Ordering	72
5	73
5.1 Chassis Designations	73
5.1.1 Microtower (MT)	73
5.1.2 Slim Tower (ST)	74
5.2 Electrostatic Discharge Information	74
5.2.1 Generating Static	74
5.2.2 Preventing Electrostatic Damage to Equipment	75
5.2.3 Personal Grounding Methods and Equipment	75
5.2.4 Grounding the Work Area	76
5.2.5 Recommended Materials and Equipment	76
5.3 Operating Guidelines	77
5.4 Routine Care	77
5.4.1 General Cleaning Safety Precautions	77
5.4.2 Cleaning the Computer Case	78
5.4.3 Cleaning the Keyboard	78
5.4.4 Cleaning the Monitor	78
5.4.5 Cleaning the Mouse	79
5.5 Service Considerations	79
5.5.1 Power Supply Fan	79
5.5.2 Tools and Software Requirements	79
5.5.3 Screws	79
5.5.4 Cables and Connectors	80
5.5.5 Hard Drives	80
5.5.6 Lithium Coin Cell Battery	80
Removal and Replacement Procedures- Microtower (MT) Chassis	81
6.1 Preparation for Disassembly	81
6.2 External Security Devices	82
6.2.1 Installing a Cable Lock	82
6.2.2 Installing a Padlock	83
6.3 Access Panel	84
6.4 Front Bezel	85
6.5 Front Drive Bezels	87
6.5.1 5.25\	87
6.5.2 Diskette Drive Bezel	88
6.5.3 3.5\	88
6.6 Cable Management	89
6.7 Memory Modules	90
6.8 Expansion Cards	91
6.8.1 Expansion Slot Cover	91
6.8.2 Standard PCI Expansion Card	92
6.8.3 PCI Express Expansion Card	95
6.9 Drives	98
6.9.1 Drive Positions	98
6.9.2 Removing a Drive	99
Disconnecting Optical Drive Cables	99
Disconnecting Diskette Drive Cables	99
Disconnecting Hard Drive Cables	100
Releasing the Drives	100
6.9.3 Installing a Drive	101
Connecting Optical Drive Cables	102
Connecting Diskette Drive Cables	102
Connecting Hard Drive Cables	103
6.10 Chassis Fan	104
6.11 Front I/O Panel Housing Assembly	105
6.12 Front I/O Devices	106
6.13 Power Switch Assembly	107
6.14 Heatsink	108
6.15 Processor	109
6.16 System Board	111
6.17 Battery	112
6.17.1 Type 1 Battery Holder	113
6.17.2 Type 2 Battery Holder	114
6.17.3 Type 3 Battery Holder	115
6.18 Speaker	116
6.19 Power Supply	117
Removal and Replacement Procedures- Slim Tower (ST) Chassis	119
7.1 Preparation for Disassembly	119
7.2 Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock	121
7.3 Hood Sensor	123
7.4 External Security Devices	124
7.4.1 Security Clip	124
7.4.2 Cable Lock	124
7.4.3 Padlock	125
7.4.4 Universal Chassis Clamp Lock	125
7.5 Computer Cover	129
7.6 Front Drive Bezels	130
7.7 Cable Management	132
7.8 Memory	134
7.9 Vertically Oriented Expansion Card	136
7.9.1 Expansion Card Retainer	136
7.9.2 PCI Expansion Card	137
7.9.3 PCI Express Expansion Card	139
7.10 Horizontally Oriented Expansion Card	140
7.10.1 Expansion Card Cage	140
7.10.2 PCI Expansion Card	140
7.10.3 Riser Card	143
7.11 Drives	144
7.11.1 Drive Positions	144
7.11.2 Optical Drive	145
7.11.3 External 3.5-inch Drive	147
7.11.4 Primary Hard Drive	148
7.12 Fan Shroud	152
7.13 Front I/O Devices	153
7.14 Power Switch Assembly	157
7.15 Heatsink	158
7.16 Processor	159
7.17 Speaker	161
7.18 Power Supply	162
7.19 System Board	164
7.20 Chassis Fan	169
7.21 Backwall	170
7.22 Battery	176
7.22.1 Type 1 Battery Holder	177
7.22.2 Type 2 Battery Holder	178
7.22.3 Type 3 Battery Holder	179
A	181
B	191
C	193
D	203
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Desktop Management

Locking the Smart Cover Lock

To activate and lock the Smart Cover Lock, complete the following steps:

1. Turn on or restart the computer. If you are in Windows, click

Start > Shut Down > Restart.

2. As soon as the computer is turned on, press and hold the

F10

key until you enter Computer

Setup. Press

Enter

to bypass the title screen, if necessary.

✎

If you do not press the

F10

key at the appropriate time, you must restart the computer and press

and hold the

F10

key again to access the utility.

If you are using a PS/2 keyboard, you may see a Keyboard Error message—disregard it.

3. Select

Security > Smart Cover > Cover Lock > Lock

option.

4. Before exiting, select

File > Save Changes and Exit.

Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock

1. Turn on or restart the computer. If you are in Windows, click

Start > Shut Down > Restart.

2. As soon as the computer is turned on, press and hold the

F10

key until you enter Computer

Setup. Press

Enter

to bypass the title screen, if necessary.

✎

If you do not press the

F10

key at the appropriate time, you must restart the computer and press

and hold the

F10

key again to access the utility.

If you are using a PS/2 keyboard, you may see a Keyboard Error message—disregard it.

3. Select

Security > Smart Cover > Cover Lock > Unlock.

4. Before exiting, select

File > Save Changes and Exit.

Using the Smart Cover FailSafe Key

If you enable the Smart Cover Lock and cannot enter your password to disable the lock, you will

need a Smart Cover FailSafe Key to open the computer cover. You will need the key in any of

the following circumstances:

■

Power outage

■

Startup failure

■

PC component failure (such as processor or power supply)

■

Forgotten password

CAUTION:

The Smart Cover FailSafe Key is a specialized tool available from HP. Be prepared; order

this key before you need one (Tamper-resistant wrench PN 166527-001 or tamper-resistant bits PN

166527-002).

To obtain the FailSafe Key, do any one of the following:

■

Contact an authorized HP reseller or service provider.

■

Call the appropriate number listed in the warranty.

For more information about using the Smart Cover FailSafe Key, consult the

Hardware

Reference Guide.