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For more information on Remote ROM Flash, refer to the HP Client Manager Software or System Software Manager at http://h18000.www1.hp.com/im/prodinfo.html. HPQFlash The HPQFlash utility is used to locally update or restore the system BIOS of individual PCs from a Windows operating system. For more information on HPQFlash, visit http://www.hp.com/support/files and enter the model number of the computer when prompted. Boot Block Emergency Recovery Mode Boot Block Emergency Recovery Mode permits system recovery in the unlikely event of a ROM flash failure. For example, if a power failure were to occur during a BIOS upgrade, the ROM flash would be incomplete. This would render the system BIOS unusable. The Boot Block is a flash-protected section of the ROM that contains code that checks for a valid system BIOS image when the system is turned on. ● If the system BIOS image is valid, the system starts normally. ● If the system BIOS image is not valid, a failsafe Boot Block BIOS provides enough support to ◦ search removable media for BIOS image files. If an appropriate BIOS image file is found, it is automatically flashed into the ROM. ◦ start the system from bootable removable media that automatically invokes system BIOS upgrade utilities. When an invalid system BIOS image is detected, the system power LED will blink red 8 times, one blink every second. Simultaneously, the speaker will beep 8 times. If the portion of the system ROM containing the video option ROM image is not corrupt, Boot Block Emergency Recovery Mode will be displayed on the screen. To recover the system after it enters Boot Block Emergency Recovery Mode, complete the following steps: 1. Turn off the power. 2. Insert a diskette, CD, or USB flash device containing the desired BIOS image file in the root directory. NOTE: The media must be formatted using the FAT12, FAT16, or FAT32 file system. 3. Turn on the computer. If no appropriate BIOS image file is found, the failsafe Boot Block BIOS will attempt to start the system from a bootable device. If no bootable device is found, you will be prompted to insert media containing a BIOS image file or BIOS upgrade utility. If the system successfully reprograms the ROM, the system will automatically power off. 4. Remove the removable media used to upgrade the BIOS. 5. Turn the power on to restart the computer. ENWW Boot Block Emergency Recovery Mode 33

Section	Page
Install the Operating System	11
Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers	11
Downloading Microsoft Windows Updates	12
Transferring Files and Settings	12
Creating a Disc Recovery Set	12
Computer Setup (F10) Utility	15
Computer Setup (F10) Utilities	15
Using Computer Setup (F10) Utilities	16
Computer Setup—File	17
Computer Setup—Storage	18
Computer Setup—Security	21
Computer Setup—Power	23
Computer Setup—Advanced	24
Recovering the Configuration Settings	26
HP Insight Diagnostics	27
HP Insight Diagnostics	27
Accessing HP Insight Diagnostics	27
Survey Tab	28
Test Tab	28
Status Tab	29
Log Tab	30
Help Tab	30
Saving and Printing Information in HP Insight Diagnostics	30
Downloading the Latest Version of HP Insight Diagnostics	31
Protecting the Software	31
Restoring the Software	31
Desktop Management	33
Initial Configuration and Deployment	33
HP OpenView Agent	34
Altiris Deployment Solution Agent	34
HP Backup and Recovery Manager	35
Remote System Installation	36
Software Updating and Management	36
HP Client Management Interface	36
HP System Software Manager	37
HP Client Manager	37
HP ProtectTools Security Manager	38
HP Client Management Premium Suite	39
HP Client Foundation Suite	39
HP OpenView Client Configuration Manager	39
HP Client Catalog for SMS	40
HP OpenView PC Configuration Management Solution	40
Intel vPro-branded PCs with Active Management Technology	40
Proactive Change Notification	42
Subscriber’s Choice	42
Retired Solutions	42
ROM Flash	42
Remote ROM Flash	42
HPQFlash	43
Boot Block Emergency Recovery Mode	43
Replicating the Setup	44
Copying to Single Computer	44
Copying to Multiple Computers	44
Creating a Bootable Device	45
Supported USB Flash Media Device	45
Unsupported USB Flash Media Device	47
Dual-State Power Button	48
HP Web Site Support	48
Industry Standards	49
Asset Tracking and Security	49
Password Security	51
Establishing a Setup Password Using Computer Setup	52
Establishing a Power-On Password Using Computer Setup	52
Entering a Power-On Password	52
Entering a Setup Password	52
Changing a Power-On or Setup Password	53
Deleting a Power-On or Setup Password	54
National Keyboard Delimiter Characters	54
Clearing Passwords	54
DriveLock	55
Using DriveLock	55
DriveLock Applications	55
Smart Cover Sensor	56
Setting the Smart Cover Sensor Protection Level	56
Smart Cover Lock	56
Locking the Smart Cover Lock	57
Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock	57
Using the Smart Cover FailSafe Key	57
Cable Lock Provision	58
Fingerprint Identification Technology	58
Fault Notification and Recovery	58
Drive Protection System	58
Surge-Tolerant Power Supply	58
Thermal Sensor	58
Serial and Parallel ATA Drive Guidelines and Features	59
SATA Hard Drives	59
SATA Hard Drive Cables	60
SATA Data Cable	60
SATA Power Cable	60
PATA Device Information	61
ATA SMART Drives	61
Hard Drive Capacities	61
Identifying the Chassis, Routine Care, and Disassembly Preparation	63
Chassis Designations	63
rp5700	63
Electrostatic Discharge Information	64
Generating Static	64
Preventing Electrostatic Damage to Equipment	64
Personal Grounding Methods and Equipment	65
Grounding the Work Area	65
Recommended Materials and Equipment	65
Operating Guidelines	66
Routine Care	67
General Cleaning Safety Precautions	67
Cleaning the Computer Case	67
Cleaning the Keyboard	67
Cleaning the Monitor	68
Cleaning the Mouse	68
Service Considerations	68
Power Supply Fan	68
Tools and Software Requirements	68
Screws	69
Cables and Connectors	69
Hard Drives	69
Lithium Coin Cell Battery	70
Removal and Replacement Procedures — Small Form Factor (SFF) Chassis	71
Preparation for Disassembly	71
External Security Devices	72
Installing a Cable Lock	72
Installing a Padlock	73
Computer Cover	74
Front Drive Bezel	75
Front Bezel Assembly	76
Cable Management	77
Cable Connections	78
Memory	79
DIMMs	79
DDR2-SDRAM DIMMs	79
Populating DIMM Sockets	80
Installing DIMMs	81
Expansion Cards	84
Introduction	84
ADD2, SDVO, or PCI Express Expansion Card	85
PCI Card in the Riser Card Cage	88
USB PlusPower Ports	92
PCI Riser Card Cage Assembly	95
Powered Serial Ports	96
Configuring Power to a Serial Port	97
Drives	103
Drive Positions	103
Installing and Removing Drives	103
Optical Drive	105
Primary 3.5-Inch Internal Hard Drive	107
Secondary 3.5-Inch Internal Hard Drive	110
Fan Shroud	113
Chassis Fan	114
Power Switch	115
Front USB Connector	116
Speaker	117
Heatsink	118
Processor	119
Power Supply	121
System Board	122
Battery	123
Type 1 Battery Holder	124
Type 2 Battery Holder	124
Type 3 Battery Holder	125
Connector Pin Assignments	127
Keyboard	127
Mouse	127
Ethernet RJ-45	128
Parallel Interface	128
Serial Interface, Powered and Non-Powered	129
USB	129
Microphone	129
Headphone	129
Line-in Audio	130
Line-out Audio	130
External Infrared Transceiver	130
Monitor	131
ATA/ATAPI (IDE) Standard Drive Cable	132
24-Pin Power	132
6-Pin Power (for CPU)	133
SATA Data and Power	133
PCI Express, Pin A	134
PCI Express, Pin B	135
DVI Connector	136
Power Cord Set Requirements	137
General Requirements	137
Japanese Power Cord Requirements	137
Country-Specific Requirements	138
POST Error Messages	139
Power-On Self-Test (POST)	139
POST Numeric Codes and Text Messages	140
Interpreting POST Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes	146
Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics	149
Safety and Comfort	149
Before You Call for Technical Support	149
Helpful Hints	150
Solving General Problems	152
Solving Power Problems	156
Solving Hard Drive Problems	157
Solving Media Card Reader Problems	159
Solving Display Problems	161
Solving Audio Problems	165
Solving Printer Problems	167
Solving Keyboard and Mouse Problems	168
Solving Hardware Installation Problems	170
Solving Network Problems	172
Solving Memory Problems	175
Solving Processor Problems	176
Solving CD-ROM and DVD Problems	176
Solving Drive Key Problems	179
Solving Front Panel Component Problems	180
Solving Internet Access Problems	181
Solving Software Problems	183
Contacting Customer Support	184
System Board and Riser Board Reference Designators	185

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For more information on Remote ROM Flash, refer to the HP Client Manager Software or System

Software Manager at

http://h18000.www1.hp.com/

im/prodinfo.html

HPQFlash

The HPQFlash utility is used to locally update or restore the system BIOS of individual PCs from a

Windows operating system.

For more information on HPQFlash, visit

http://www.hp.com/

support/files

and enter the model number

of the computer when prompted.

Boot Block Emergency Recovery Mode

Boot Block Emergency Recovery Mode permits system recovery in the unlikely event of a ROM flash

failure. For example, if a power failure were to occur during a BIOS upgrade, the ROM flash would be

incomplete. This would render the system BIOS unusable. The Boot Block is a flash-protected section

of the ROM that contains code that checks for a valid system BIOS image when the system is turned

on.

●

If the system BIOS image is valid, the system starts normally.

●

If the system BIOS image is not valid, a failsafe Boot Block BIOS provides enough support to

◦

search removable media for BIOS image files. If an appropriate BIOS image file is found, it is

automatically flashed into the ROM.

◦

start the system from bootable removable media that automatically invokes system BIOS

upgrade utilities.

When an invalid system BIOS image is detected, the system power LED will blink red 8 times, one blink

every second. Simultaneously, the speaker will beep 8 times. If the portion of the system ROM containing

the video option ROM image is not corrupt,

Boot Block Emergency Recovery Mode

will be displayed

on the screen.

To recover the system after it enters Boot Block Emergency Recovery Mode, complete the following

steps:

Turn off the power.

Insert a diskette, CD, or USB flash device containing the desired BIOS image file in the root

directory.

NOTE:

The media must be formatted using the FAT12, FAT16, or FAT32 file system.

Turn on the computer.

If no appropriate BIOS image file is found, the failsafe Boot Block BIOS will attempt to start the

system from a bootable device. If no bootable device is found, you will be prompted to insert media

containing a BIOS image file or BIOS upgrade utility.

If the system successfully reprograms the ROM, the system will automatically power off.

Remove the removable media used to upgrade the BIOS.

Turn the power on to restart the computer.

ENWW

Boot Block Emergency Recovery Mode