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Setup Utilities and Diagnostics Features 2.3.2 Restoring the CMOS 1. Make sure the target computer is turned on. Connect the removable storage to the target computer. 2. In Windows, click Start > Run, type CMD, and click OK. to open a DOS command window. 3. Type N:\folder\BIOS.exe LOAD:ABC001.DAT (where N is the drive letter of the removable storage) to load the custom CMOS setting onto the target system. 2.4 Diagnostics for Windows The Diagnostics for Windows (DFW) utility allows you to view information about the hardware and software configuration of the computer while running Microsoft Windows XP. It also allows you to perform hardware and software tests on the subsystems of the computer. When you invoke Diagnostics for Windows, the current configuration of the computer is shown on the Overview screen. There is access from this screen to several categories of information about the computer and the Test tab. You can save to a file or print the information in every screen of the utility. ✎ To test all subsystems, you must log in as the administrator. If you do not log in as the administrator, you will be unable to test some subsystems. The inability to test a subsystem is indicated by an error message under the subsystem name in the Test window or by shaded check boxes that you cannot select. Use Diagnostics for Windows in the following instances to: ■ Determine if all the devices installed on the computer are recognized by the system and functioning properly. Running tests is optional but recommended after installing or connecting a new device. ■ Third party devices not supported by HP may not be detected. Save, print, or display the information generated by the utility. 2.4.1 Detecting Diagnostics for Windows Some computers ship with the Diagnostics for Windows preloaded, but not preinstalled. To determine whether Diagnostics for Windows is installed: 1. Access the location of the Diagnostics icons in Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional by selecting Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance. 2. If icons for Configuration Record and Diagnostics for Windows are present, the Diagnostics for Windows utility is installed. If the icons are not present, the utility is either not preloaded or not installed. 2.4.2 Installing Diagnostics for Windows If Diagnostics for Windows is not preloaded, you can download the Diagnostics for Windows SoftPaq from the following Web site: http://www.hp.com/support/files Service Reference Guide, dx5150 361685-001 2-9

Section	Page
Contents	5
Installing the Operating System	9
1.1 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers	9
1.2 Transferring Files and Settings	10
1.3 Backing Up and Restoring Files	10
1.3.1 Creating a Backup File-Windows XP Professional	10
1.3.2 Restoring from the Backup File-Windows XP Professional	10
1.4 Converting to NTFS	10
1.5 HP Software	11
Setup Utilities and Diagnostics Features	13
2.1 Power-On Self-Test (POST)	13
2.2 Computer Setup (F10) Utilities	14
2.2.1 Using Computer Setup (F10) Utilities	14
2.2.2 Computer Setup Menu	16
2.3 Recovering the Configuration Settings	20
2.3.1 Backing up the CMOS	20
2.3.2 Restoring the CMOS	21
2.4 Diagnostics for Windows	21
2.4.1 Detecting Diagnostics for Windows	21
2.4.2 Installing Diagnostics for Windows	21
2.4.3 Using Categories in Diagnostics for Windows	22
2.4.4 Running Diagnostic Tests in Diagnostics for Windows	24
2.5 Configuration Record	25
2.5.1 Installing Configuration Record	25
2.5.2 Running Configuration Record	25
2.6 Remote Diagnostics Enabling Agent	26
2.6.1 Installing/Upgrading Remote Diagnostics Enabling Agent	26
2.6.2 Running the Remote Diagnostics Enabling Agent	26
2.7 Protecting the Software	26
2.8 Restoring the Software	26
Desktop Management	27
3.1 Initial Configuration and Deployment	27
3.2 Remote System Installation	28
3.3 Software Updating and Management	28
3.3.1 HP Client Manager Software	28
3.3.2 Altiris Client Management Solutions	29
3.3.3 System Software Manager	29
3.3.4 Proactive Change Notification (PCN)	30
3.3.5 Subscriber’s Choice	30
3.4 ROM Flash	30
3.4.1 Remote ROM Flash	30
3.4.2 HPQ Flash	31
3.4.3 FailSafe Boot Block ROM	31
3.4.4 Replicating Your Setup	31
3.4.5 Dual-State Power Button	34
3.4.6 World Wide Web Site	35
3.4.7 Building Blocks and Partners	35
3.5 Asset Tracking and Security	35
3.5.1 Password Security	37
3.5.2 Establishing a Supervisor Password with Computer Setup	37
3.5.3 Establishing a User Password with Computer Setup	37
3.5.4 Master Boot Record Security	39
3.5.5 Before You Partition or Format the Current Bootable Disk	41
3.5.6 Cable Lock Provision	41
3.6 Fault Notification and Recovery	41
3.6.1 Surge-Tolerant Power Supply	41
3.6.2 Thermal Sensor	41
Serial and Parallel ATA Drive Guidelines and Features	43
4.1 SATA Hard Drive Information	43
4.1.1 SATA Data Cable	43
4.1.2 SATA Power Cable	44
4.2 PATA Hard Drive Information	44
4.2.1 PATA Data Cable	45
4.2.2 PATA Power Cable	45
4.2.3 PATA Cable Layout	46
4.3 PATA Drive Installation Guidelines	46
4.3.1 PATA Device Classes	47
4.4 ATA SMART Drives	47
4.5 Drive Capacities	47
4.6 SATA BIOS	48
4.6.1 Legacy Mode	48
4.6.2 Native Mode	49
4.7 Mixed Devices Boot and Drive Letter Ordering	49
Identifying the Chassis, Routine Care, and Disassembly Preparation	51
5.1 Chassis Designations	51
5.1.1 Microtower (MT)	51
5.1.2 Small Form Factor (SFF)	52
5.2 Electrostatic Discharge Information	52
5.2.1 Generating Static	53
5.2.2 Preventing Electrostatic Damage to Equipment	53
5.2.3 Personal Grounding Methods and Equipment	53
5.2.4 Grounding the Work Area	54
5.2.5 Recommended Materials and Equipment	54
5.3 Operating Guidelines	55
5.4 Routine Care	55
5.4.1 General Cleaning Safety Precautions	55
5.4.2 Cleaning the Computer Case	56
5.4.3 Cleaning the Keyboard	56
5.4.4 Cleaning the Monitor	56
5.4.5 Cleaning the Mouse	57
5.5 Service Considerations	57
5.5.1 Power Supply Fan	57
5.5.2 Tools and Software Requirements	57
5.5.3 Screws	57
5.5.4 Cables and Connectors	58
5.5.5 Hard Drives	58
5.5.6 Lithium Coin Cell Battery	59
Removal and Replacement Procedures- Microtower (MT) Chassis	61
6.1 Preparation for Disassembly	61
6.2 External Security Devices	62
6.2.1 Installing a Cable Lock	62
6.2.2 Installing a Padlock	62
6.3 Access Panel	63
6.4 Front Bezel	64
6.5 Front Drive Bezels	65
6.5.1 5.25\	65
6.5.2 Diskette Drive Bezel	66
6.5.3 3.5\	66
6.6 Cable Management	67
6.6.1 Cable Connections	68
6.7 Memory Modules	69
6.8 Expansion Cards	70
6.8.1 Expansion Slot Cover	70
6.8.2 PCI Expansion Card	71
6.9 Drives	73
6.9.1 Drive Positions	73
6.9.2 Removing a Drive	74
6.9.3 Installing a Drive	77
6.10 Chassis Fan	80
6.11 Front I/O Panel Housing Assembly	81
6.12 Front I/O Devices	82
6.13 Power Switch Assembly	83
6.14 Heatsink	85
6.15 Processor	86
6.16 System Board	87
6.17 Battery	89
6.17.1 Type 1 Battery Holder	90
6.17.2 Type 2 Battery Holder	91
6.17.3 Type 3 Battery Holder	92
6.18 Speaker	93
6.19 Power Supply	94
Removal and Replacement Procedures- Small Form Factor (SFF) Chassis	95
7.1 Preparation for Disassembly	95
7.2 External Security Devices	96
7.2.1 Cable Lock	96
7.2.2 Padlock	97
7.3 Computer Access Panel	98
7.4 Front Bezel	99
7.5 Front Drive Bezels	100
7.6 Memory Modules	101
7.7 PCI Expansion Card	102
7.8 Drives	104
7.8.1 Drive Positions	104
7.8.2 Cable Management	105
7.8.3 Cable Connections	107
7.8.4 Optical Drive	108
7.8.5 External 3.5-inch Drive	111
7.8.6 Primary Hard Drive	113
7.9 Front I/O Devices	115
7.10 Power Switch Assembly	116
7.11 Speaker	117
7.12 Chassis Fan	118
7.13 Battery	119
7.13.1 Type 1 Battery Holder	120
7.13.2 Type 2 Battery Holder	121
7.14 Heatsink Assembly	122
7.15 Processor	123
7.16 System Board	124
7.17 Power Supply	126
Connector Pin Assignments	127
Power Cord Set Requirements	137
POST Error Messages	139
Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics	147
Memory	175

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Setup Utilities and Diagnostics Features

2.3.2 Restoring the CMOS

1. Make sure the target computer is turned on. Connect the removable storage to the

target computer.

2. In Windows, click

Start > Run

, type

CMD

, and click

. to open a DOS

command window.

3. Type

:\folder\BIOS.exe LOAD:ABC001.DAT

(where

is the drive letter of the

removable storage) to load the custom CMOS setting onto the target system.

2.4 Diagnostics for Windows

The Diagnostics for Windows (DFW) utility allows you to view information about the hardware

and software configuration of the computer while running Microsoft Windows XP. It also allows

you to perform hardware and software tests on the subsystems of the computer.

When you invoke Diagnostics for Windows, the current configuration of the computer is shown

on the Overview screen. There is access from this screen to several categories of information

about the computer and the Test tab. You can save to a file or print the information in every

screen of the utility.

✎

To test all subsystems, you must log in as the administrator. If you do not log in as the

administrator, you will be unable to test some subsystems. The inability to test a subsystem is

indicated by an error message under the subsystem name in the Test window or by shaded check

boxes that you cannot select.

Use Diagnostics for Windows in the following instances to:

■

Determine if all the devices installed on the computer are recognized by the system and

functioning properly. Running tests is optional but recommended after installing or

connecting a new device.

■

Third party devices not supported by HP may not be detected. Save, print, or display the

information generated by the utility.

2.4.1 Detecting Diagnostics for Windows

Some computers ship with the Diagnostics for Windows preloaded, but not preinstalled.

To determine whether Diagnostics for Windows is installed:

1. Access the location of the Diagnostics icons in Windows XP Home or Windows XP

Professional by selecting

Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance

2. If icons for Configuration Record and Diagnostics for Windows are present, the Diagnostics

for Windows utility is installed. If the icons are not present, the utility is either not preloaded

or not installed.

2.4.2 Installing Diagnostics for Windows

If Diagnostics for Windows is not preloaded, you can download the Diagnostics for Windows

SoftPaq from the following Web site:

http://www.hp.com/support/files