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Section	Page
getting started guide	1
getting started guide	1
getting started guide	1
hp Linux workstation x1100	1
Manufacturing Part Number: A7868-90009	1
Edition E0202	1
© Copyright 2002	1
© Copyright 2002	1
Hewlett-Packard Company	1
legal notices	2
legal notices	2
Hewlett-Packard Co.	3
Hewlett-Packard Co.	3
Technical Computer Division	3
3404 E. Harmony Rd. Fort Collins, CO 80525	3
preface	9
preface	9
important warnings	9
avoiding electrical shocks	9
WARNING To avoid electrical shock, do not open the power supply. There are no user-serviceable pa...	9
removing and replacing the cover	9
WARNING For your safety, never remove the Workstation cover without first disconnecting the power...	9
safety information	10
WARNING There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly installed. For your safety, ...	10
if you have a modem	10
WARNING Do not attempt to connect this product to the phone line during a lightning storm. Never ...	10
WARNING Some parts inside the computer may be hot, wait approximately three to five minutes for t...	10
avoiding static electricity	11
CAUTION Static electricity can damage electronic components. Turn OFF all equipment before instal...	11
information on ergonomic issues	11
recycling your workstation	11
finding information and help	12
<TABLE>	12
<TABLE HEADING>	12
<TABLE ROW>	12
If you want...	12
Refer to...	12
<TABLE BODY>	12
<TABLE ROW>	12
To set up your computer	12
• x1100 Installation Poster — shipped with the Workstation, basic information only.	12
• x1100 Installation Poster	12
• x1100 Installation Poster	12
• x1100 Installation Poster	12
• This manual — basic information only.	12
<TABLE ROW>	12
To troubleshoot your Workstation, install accessories, find part numbers.	12
• This manual — basic information only	12
• This manual — basic information only	12
• This manual — basic information only	12
• x1100 Technical Reference	12
• x1100 Technical Reference	12
<TABLE ROW>	12
Support information	12
www.hp.com/go/workstationsupport — downloadable documentation, drivers and utilities, service and...	12
www.hp.com/go/workstationsupport	12
www.hp.com/go/workstationsupport	12
<TABLE ROW>	12
Warranty information	12
This manual. See “hardware warranty” or “hp software limited warranty” in Appendix A.	12
downloadable documentation from hp’s web site	12
hp x1100 technical characteristics	13
<TABLE>	13
<TABLE BODY>	13
<TABLE ROW>	13
Characteristics	13
HP Workstation x1100	13
<TABLE ROW>	13
Weight (configuration with one CD-ROM drive, excluding keyboard and display)	13
14.8 kg (32.5 pounds)	13
<TABLE ROW>	13
Dimensions	13
Width: 20.6cm (8.1in.) Height: 47.5cm (18.7in.) Depth: 44.2cm (17.4in.)	13
<TABLE ROW>	13
Footprint	13
0.09 m2 (0.97 sq ft).	13
<TABLE ROW>	13
Power Supply	13
100 - 127 VAC, 7.0 A rms 200 - 250 VAC, 3.5 A rms	13
<TABLE ROW>	13
Storage Humidity	13
8% to 85% (relative)	13
<TABLE ROW>	13
Operating Temperature	13
+10 C to +35 C (+40 F to +95F).	13
NOTE Operating temperature and humidity ranges may vary depending on the mass storage devices ins...	13
www.hp.com/workstations	13
NOTE When the computer is turned off by the power button on the front panel, the power consumptio...	14
1 setting up and using your workstation	15
1 setting up and using your workstation	15
setting up your hp workstation x1100	16
setting up your hp workstation x1100	16
WARNING If you have any doubt that you can lift the workstation or monitor safely, do not try to ...	16
1. Check the materials list shipped with your workstation to verify that you have all of the co...	16
1. Check the materials list shipped with your workstation to verify that you have all of the co...	16
2. Place the workstation in an area with easily accessible power outlets and enough space for t...	16
3. Position the workstation so that its rear connectors are easily accessible.	16
installation tools	16
installation tools	16
connecting devices	16
connecting devices	16
Figure11 Location of Rear Panel Connectors	17
Figure11 Location of Rear Panel Connectors	17
<GRAPHIC>	17
Figure12 Typical Connectors	17
<GRAPHIC>	18
connecting your keyboard and mouse	18
WARNING Improper and prolonged use of keyboards and input devices can be associated with repetiti...	18
1. Connect your HP keyboard to the workstation.	18
1. Connect your HP keyboard to the workstation.	18
2. Connect your HP mouse to the workstation.	18
Figure13 Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse	18
Figure13 Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse	18
<GRAPHIC>	19
setting the line voltage switch	19
CAUTION Care must be taken to ensure that the line voltage switch is set correctly. Failure to do...	19
1. Place the workstation so that you are looking at the back of it.	19
1. Place the workstation so that you are looking at the back of it.	19
2. Use a small thin bladed screwdriver to slide the workstation’s line voltage switch to the le...	19
Figure14 Setting the Workstation’s Line Voltage Switch	19
Figure14 Setting the Workstation’s Line Voltage Switch	19
<GRAPHIC>	20
connecting the power cord	20
WARNING For your safety always connect equipment to a grounded wall outlet. Always use a power co...	20
1. Connect the power cords to the rear of the monitor and the computer. (	20
1. Connect the power cords to the rear of the monitor and the computer. (	20
2. Connect the monitor’s power cord and the computer’s power cord to a grounded outlet.	20
selecting a monitor for your workstation	21
selecting a monitor for your workstation	21
Table 11	21
CAUTION To prevent possible damage to your monitor, make sure you select a monitor that supports ...	21
<TABLE>	21
Table11 Graphics Card Resolutions and Frequencies (Continued)	21
<TABLE HEADING>	21
<TABLE ROW>	21
Graphics Card	21
Display Resolution	21
Vertical Frequency (Hz)	21
<TABLE BODY>	21
<TABLE ROW>	21
Matrox G450	21
640¥480 800¥600 1024¥768 1280¥1024 1600¥1200 1920¥1200 2048¥1536	21
60, 70, 72, 75, 85, 100, 120, 160, 200 60, 70, 72, 75, 85, 100, 120, 160, 200 60, 70, 72, 75, 85,...	21
<TABLE ROW>	21
nVidia Quadro2 EX	21
640¥480 800¥600 1024¥768 1280¥1024 1600¥1200 1920¥1200 2048¥1536	21
60, 70, 72, 75, 85, 100, 120, 140, 144, 150, 170, 200, 240 60, 70, 72, 75, 85, 100, 120, 140, 144...	21
<TABLE ROW>	22
nVidia Quadro2 Pro	22
640¥480 800¥600 1024¥768 1280¥1024 1600¥1200 1920¥1200 2048¥1536	22
60, 70, 72, 75, 85, 100, 120, 140, 144, 150, 170, 200, 240 60, 70, 72, 75, 85, 100, 120, 140, 144...	22
component overview	23
component overview	23
Figure15 Workstation	23
Figure15 Workstation	23
<GRAPHIC>	24
Figure16 HP Workstation x1100 System Board	24
<GRAPHIC>	24
removing and replacing the cover and frontbezel	24
WARNING For your safety, never remove the workstation cover without first disconnecting the power...	24
removing the workstation cover	25
removing the workstation cover	25
1. Switch off the display and computer. Disconnect all power cables and any LAN or telecommunic...	25
1. Switch off the display and computer. Disconnect all power cables and any LAN or telecommunic...	25
2. Unlock the cover lock at the back of the workstation, if required. See Figure 1-1.	25
3. Pull outward on the cover latch, grasp the edges of the cover and lift the cover upward to r...	25
removing the front bezel	26
removing the front bezel	26
• The upper bezel gives access to three 5.25-inch shelves and one 3.5-inch shelf.	26
• The upper bezel gives access to three 5.25-inch shelves and one 3.5-inch shelf.	26
• The lower bezel gives access to the Firewire connector and two USB connectors. The lower bezel ...	26
1. Unclip the two bezel latches located on the left-hand side of the bezel. See	26
1. Unclip the two bezel latches located on the left-hand side of the bezel. See	26
2. Open the bezel slightly and then gently push it outward. See	26
Figure18 Removing the Bezels	26
Figure18 Removing the Bezels	26
<GRAPHIC>	27
replacing the cover and front bezel	27
1. Ensure that all internal cables are properly connected and safely routed.	27
1. Ensure that all internal cables are properly connected and safely routed.	27
2. Ensure that the bezel is correctly oriented, align the two plastic bezel hinges with their b...	27
Figure19 Inserting the Bezel Hinges into their Slots on the Workstation	27
Figure19 Inserting the Bezel Hinges into their Slots on the Workstation	27
<GRAPHIC>	28
Figure110 Replacing the Cover	28
Figure110 Replacing the Cover	28
<GRAPHIC>	28
removing and replacing workstation components	28
removing and replacing workstation components	28
starting and stopping your Linux workstation	29
starting and stopping your Linux workstation	29
starting your workstation for the first time	29
starting your workstation for the first time	29
initializing your software	30
initializing your software	30
NOTE Do NOT switch OFF the workstation while the software is being initialized—this could cause u...	30
1. Turn on the display first, and then turn on the Linux workstation.	30
1. Turn on the display first, and then turn on the Linux workstation.	30
2. When the workstation is switched on, it performs a Power-On-Self-Test (POST). Press	30
3. If you have set a password in the workstation’s	30
stopping your Linux workstation	30
stopping your Linux workstation	30
setting hardware passwords in the hp setup program	31
setting hardware passwords in the hp setup program	31
to set a password	31
to set a password	31
1. Turn on the display and then the workstation. If the workstation is already turned on, save ...	31
1. Turn on the display and then the workstation. If the workstation is already turned on, save ...	31
2. Press	31
3. Select the	31
4. Select the	31
5. Choose the Set Administrator or User Password setup item. You must enter your password twice.	31
6. To save your changes and exit the Setup program, press	31
if you forget your user password	32
if you forget your user password	32
1. Switch off the Workstation.	32
1. Switch off the Workstation.	32
2. Re-start the Workstation. If you are prompted for a password, enter the Administration passw...	32
3. When Press F2 to Enter Setup appears, press the F2 key.	32
4. Enter the Administrator password to access the Setup program.	32
5. Go to the Security menu.	32
6. Go to the Set User Password field and set a new User Password. This will replace the old pas...	32
7. Press Esc or select Exit Menu to save the new password. and exit Setup.	32
viewing your workstation configuration	33
viewing your workstation configuration	33
1. Turn on the display and then the workstation. If the workstation is already turned on, save ...	33
1. Turn on the display and then the workstation. If the workstation is already turned on, save ...	33
2. Press	33
configuring your workstation	34
configuring your workstation	34
starting the hp setup program	34
starting the hp setup program	34
1. Turn on the display and then the workstation. If the workstation is already turned on, save ...	34
1. Turn on the display and then the workstation. If the workstation is already turned on, save ...	34
2. Press	34
main menu	34
main menu	34
• The installed BIOS version	34
• The installed BIOS version	34
• Reset Configuration Data	34
• System Time	34
• System Date	34
• Key Click	34
• Key Auto-Repeat Speed	34
• Delay Before Auto-Repeat	34
• NumLock at Power-on	34
advanced menu	35
advanced menu	35
• Configure memory caching, USB ports, Integrated I/O Ports and Integrated Audio Devices	35
• Configure memory caching, USB ports, Integrated I/O Ports and Integrated Audio Devices	35
• Enable floppy disk drives, IDE devices (Primary and Secondary)	35
• Configure PCI Devices.	35
security menu	35
security menu	35
boot menu	35
boot menu	35
power menu	35
power menu	35
using power management	36
using power management	36
software and driver availability	36
software and driver availability	36
working in comfort and safety	37
working in comfort and safety	37
preparing your work environment	37
preparing your work environment	37
• Work Surface Height	37
• Work Surface Height	37
• Work Surface Height	37
• Chair	37
• Chair	37
• Monitor	37
• Monitor	37
• Work Surface Arrangement	37
• Work Surface Arrangement	37
CAUTION Various aspects of using mice, keyboards and other input devices may increase your risk o...	38
your work posture	38
your work posture	38
• Head	38
• Head	38
• Head	38
• Back	38
• Back	38
• Arms	38
• Arms	38
• Hands, Wrists, Forearms	38
• Hands, Wrists, Forearms	38
• Legs	38
• Legs	38
• Feet	39
• Feet	39
additional ergonomic issues	39
additional ergonomic issues	39
• Look away from the screen from time-to-time to help reduce eyestrain. Focus on distant objects ...	39
• Look away from the screen from time-to-time to help reduce eyestrain. Focus on distant objects ...	39
• Remember to occasionally shift position and move your body. Keeping your body in one position f...	39
• Changing tasks frequently will help prevent muscle stiffness. Examples: alternating between key...	39
• Discomfort may be alleviated by using alternative ergonomic designs and accessories such as erg...	39
additional system information and help	40
additional system information and help	40
<GRAPHIC>	40
2 Linux system setup and recovery	41
2 Linux system setup and recovery	41
configuring your Linux workstation	42
configuring your Linux workstation	42
NOTE You cannot re-run the Linux Setup Tool.	42
<GRAPHIC>	43
setting the root password	43
setting the root password	43
<GRAPHIC>	43
CAUTION Do not click on the	43
NOTE Write your password down and keep it in a secure place. If you forget it, you will not be ab...	43
changing boot/network parameters	44
changing boot/network parameters	44
<GRAPHIC>	44
1. Static boot protocol	44
1. Static boot protocol	44
2. DHCP boot protocol	45
3. BOOTP boot protocol	45
CAUTION Do not click on the	45
setting up network authorization parameters	46
setting up network authorization parameters	46
<GRAPHIC>	46
CAUTION Do not click on the	46
Xserver parameters	47
Xserver parameters	47
<GRAPHIC>	47
CAUTION Do not click on the	47
domain name server (DNS) parameters configuration	48
domain name server (DNS) parameters configuration	48
<GRAPHIC>	48
CAUTION Do not click on the	49
system time, timezone and date parameters	49
system time, timezone and date parameters	49
time zone	49
time zone	49
CAUTION Do not click on the	50
setting keyboard language (required)	50
setting keyboard language (required)	50
<GRAPHIC>	50
CAUTION Do not click on the	51
Netscape preferences	52
Netscape preferences	52
<GRAPHIC>	52
CAUTION Do not click on the	52
summary	53
summary	53
<GRAPHIC>	53
NOTE The system will not let you exit until you have set the root password.	53
recovering your Linux system	54
recovering your Linux system	54
the Linux rescue mode	54
the Linux rescue mode	54
booting your system in rescue mode	54
booting your system in rescue mode	54
1. By booting your system from the diskette or CD-ROM that came with your Red Hat Linux boxed set.	54
1. By booting your system from the diskette or CD-ROM that came with your Red Hat Linux boxed set.	54
2. By booting from a network or PCMCIA boot diskette. These methods assume your network connect...	54
bash#	54
<TABLE>	55
Table21 Linux Commands (Continued)	55
<TABLE BODY>	55
<TABLE ROW>	55
anaconda	55
anaconda	55
gzip	55
gzip	55
mke2fs.ext2	55
mke2fs.ext2	55
ps	55
ps	55
<TABLE ROW>	55
badblocks	55
badblocks	55
head	55
head	55
mknod	55
mknod	55
python	55
python	55
<TABLE ROW>	55
bash	55
bash	55
hwclock	55
hwclock	55
mkraid	55
mkraid	55
python1.5	55
python1.5	55
<TABLE ROW>	55
cat	55
cat	55
ifconfig	55
ifconfig	55
mkswap	55
mkswap	55
raidstart	55
raidstart	55
<TABLE ROW>	55
chatter	55
chatter	55
init	55
init	55
mlabel	55
mlabel	55
raidstop	55
raidstop	55
<TABLE ROW>	55
chmod	55
chmod	55
insmod	55
insmod	55
mmd	55
mmd	55
rcp	55
rcp	55
<TABLE ROW>	55
chroot	55
chroot	55
less	55
less	55
mmount	55
mmount	55
rlogin	55
rlogin	55
<TABLE ROW>	55
clock	55
clock	55
ln	55
ln	55
mmove	55
mmove	55
rm	55
rm	55
<TABLE ROW>	55
collage	55
collage	55
loader	55
loader	55
modprobe	55
modprobe	55
rmmod	55
rmmod	55
<TABLE ROW>	55
cp	55
cp	55
ls	55
ls	55
mount	55
mount	55
route	55
route	55
<TABLE ROW>	55
cpio	55
cpio	55
lsattr	55
lsattr	55
mpartition	55
mpartition	55
rpm	55
rpm	55
<TABLE ROW>	55
dd	55
dd	55
lsmod	55
lsmod	55
mrd	55
mrd	55
rsh	55
rsh	55
<TABLE ROW>	55
ddcprobe	55
ddcprobe	55
mattrib	55
mattrib	55
mread	55
mread	55
sed	55
sed	55
<TABLE ROW>	55
depmode	55
depmode	55
mbadblocks	55
mbadblocks	55
mren	55
mren	55
sh	55
sh	55
<TABLE ROW>	55
df	55
df	55
mcd	55
mcd	55
mshowfat	55
mshowfat	55
sync	55
sync	55
<TABLE ROW>	55
e2fsck	55
e2fsck	55