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Desktop Management ■ Send you email containing Customer Bulletins, Customer Advisories, Customer Notes, Security Bulletins, and Driver alerts for most workstations. You create your own profile to ensure that you only receive the information relevant to your IT environment. To learn more about HPPN and create your custom profile, visit http://www.hp.com/go/pcn 3.3.6 ActiveUpdate ActiveUpdate is a client-based application from HP. The ActiveUpdate client uses your user-defined profile to proactively and automatically download software updates to a server repository for most HP workstations. To learn more about ActiveUpdate, download the application, and create your custom profile, visit http://www.compaq.com/activeupdate. 3.3.7 ROM Flash The workstation comes with a reprogrammable flash ROM (read only memory). By establishing a setup password in Computer Setup (F10) Utility, you can protect the ROM from being unintentionally updated or overwritten. This is important to ensure the operating integrity of the workstation. Should you need or want to upgrade your ROM, you may: ■ Order an upgraded ROMPaq™ diskette from HP. ■ Download the latest ROMPaq images from http://www.hp.com/support. Ä CAUTION: For maximum ROM protection, be sure to establish a setup password. The setup password prevents unauthorized ROM upgrades. System Software Manager allows the system administrator to set the setup password on one or more PCs simultaneously. For more information, visit http://www.hp.com/go/ssml. 3.3.8 Remote ROM Flash Remote ROM Flash allows the system administrator to safely upgrade the ROM on remote HP workstations directly from the centralized network management console. Enabling the system administrator to perform this task remotely, on multiple workstations, results in a consistent deployment of and greater control over HP PC ROM images over the network. ✎ The workstation must be powered on, or turned on through Remote Wakeup, to take advantage of Remote ROM Flash. For more information on Remote ROM Flash, refer to the HP Client Manager Software or System Software Manager at http://www.hp.com/go/easydeploy. 3.3.9 FailSafe Boot Block ROM The FailSafe Boot Block ROM allows for system recovery in the unlikely event of a ROM flash failure, for example, if a power failure were to occur during a ROM upgrade. The Boot Block is a flash-protected section of the ROM that checks for a valid system ROM flash when power to the system is turned on. 3-4 338611-001 Service and Technical Reference Guide, xw3100

Section	Page
Contents	3
Chapter 1: Installing the Operating System	7
1.1 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers	7
1.2 Creating an Emergency Repair Diskette	7
1.2.1 Windows 2000	7
1.3 Using the Emergency Repair Diskette	8
1.3.1 Windows 2000	8
1.4 Converting to NTFS	8
1.4.1 Windows 2000	8
1.4.2 Windows XP Professional	8
1.5 HP Software	8
Chapter 2: Computer Setup Utilities and Diagnostic Features	11
2.1 Power-On Self-Test (POST)	11
2.2 Computer Setup Utilities	12
2.2.1 Using Computer Setup (F10) Utilities	13
2.2.2 Computer Setup Menu	14
2.3 Diagnostics for Windows	23
2.3.1 Detecting Diagnostics for Windows	23
2.3.2 Installing Diagnostics for Windows	23
2.3.3 Using Categories in Diagnostics for Windows	24
2.3.4 Running Diagnostic Tests in Diagnostics for Windows	26
2.4 Configuration Record	27
2.4.1 Installing Configuration Record	27
2.4.2 Running Configuration Record	27
2.5 Remote Diagnostics Enabling Agent	28
2.5.1 Installing or Upgrading Remote Diagnostics Enabling Agent	28
2.5.2 Running the Remote Diagnostics Enabling Agent	28
2.6 Protecting the Software	29
2.7 Restoring the Software	29
Chapter 3: Desktop Management	31
3.1 Initial Configuration and Deployment	31
3.2 Remote System Installation	32
3.3 Software Updating and Management	32
3.3.1 HP Client Manager Software	32
3.3.2 Altiris Solutions	32
3.3.3 Altiris PC Transplant Pro	33
3.3.4 System Software Manager	33
3.3.5 Product Change Notification (PCN)	33
3.3.6 ActiveUpdate	34
3.3.7 ROM Flash	34
3.3.8 Remote ROM Flash	34
3.3.9 FailSafe Boot Block ROM	34
3.3.10 Replicating Your Setup	36
3.3.11 Dual-State Power Button	36
3.3.12 Energy Star	36
3.3.13 Power Management	38
3.3.14 World Wide Web Site	38
3.3.15 Building Blocks and Partners	38
3.4 Asset Tracking and Security	39
3.4.1 Password Security	41
3.4.2 Establishing a Setup Password Using Computer Setup	41
3.4.3 Establishing a Power-On Password Using Computer Setup	41
3.4.4 DriveLock	44
3.5 Smart Cover Sensor (Optional)	46
3.5.1 Master Boot Record Security	47
3.5.2 Before You Partition or Format the Current Bootable Disk	49
3.5.3 Cable Lock Provision	49
3.6 Fault Notification and Recovery	49
3.6.1 Drive Protection System	49
3.6.2 Surge-Tolerant Power Supply	50
3.6.3 Thermal Sensor	50
Chapter 4: Identifying the Chassis, Routine Care, and Disassembly Preparation	51
4.1 Small Form Factor (SFF)	51
4.2 Electrostatic Discharge Information	52
4.2.1 Generating Static	52
4.2.2 Preventing Electrostatic Damage to Equipment	52
4.2.3 Personal Grounding Methods and Equipment	53
4.2.4 Grounding the Work Area	53
4.2.5 Recommended Materials and Equipment	53
4.3 Routine Care	54
4.3.1 General Cleaning Safety Precautions	54
4.3.2 Cleaning the Workstation Case	54
4.3.3 Cleaning the Keyboard	55
4.3.4 Cleaning the Monitor	55
4.3.5 Cleaning the Mouse	55
4.4 Service Considerations	56
4.4.1 Power Supply Fan	56
4.4.2 Tools and Software Requirements	56
4.4.3 Screws	56
4.4.4 Cables and Connectors	57
4.4.5 Hard Drives	57
4.4.6 Lithium Coin Cell Battery	57
Chapter 5: Removal and Replacement Procedures	59
5.1 Preparation for Disassembly	59
5.2 Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock	60
5.3 Hood Sensor	61
5.4 External Security Devices	62
5.4.1 Cable Lock	62
5.4.2 Padlock	63
5.5 Workstation Access Panel	64
5.6 Front Bezel	65
5.7 Front Drive Bezels	66
5.7.1 Diskette Drive Bezel or Bezel Blank	66
5.8 Memory	67
5.9 Expansion Card Cage	68
5.9.1 Riser Card	69
5.9.2 Expansion Card	70
5.9.3 AGP Card	71
5.10 Drives	73
5.10.1 Extra Screws	73
5.10.2 Drive Positions	73
5.10.3 Optical Drive	74
5.10.4 External 3.5-inch Drive	77
5.10.5 Primary Hard Drive	79
5.11 Front I/O Devices	81
5.12 Power Switch Assembly	82
5.13 System Board	83
5.14 Battery	84
5.14.1 Type 1 Battery Holder	85
5.14.2 Type 2 Battery Holder	86
5.15 Processor and Heatsink	87
5.16 Speaker	88
5.17 Power Supply	89
Appendix A: Connector Pin Assignments	91
Appendix B: Power Cord Set Requirements	97
General Requirements	97
Country-Specific Requirements	98
Appendix C: POST Error Messages	99
Appendix D: Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics	107
E-Support	107
Troubleshooting Checklist	107
Solving Minor Problems	108
Solving Power Supply Problems	110
Solving Diskette Problems	111
Solving Hard Drive Problems	112
Solving Display Problems	115
Solving Audio Problems	118
Solving Printer Problems	120
Solving Keyboard and Mouse Problems	121
Solving Hardware Installation Problems	122
Solving Network Problems	124
Solving Memory Problems	126
Solving Processor Problems	127
Solving CD-ROM and DVD Problems	128
Solving Drive Key Problems	129
Solving Internet Access Problems	129
Appendix E: System Board and Riser Board Reference Designators	133
Appendix F: Memory	137
DIMM Sockets	138
Appendix G: Ultra ATA Drive Guidelines and Features	139
Ultra ATA Jumpers	139
Ultra ATA Cables	139
Cable Layout	139
Drive Installation Guidelines	140
Device Classes	140
SMART Drives	143
Drive Capacities	143

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Desktop Management

■

Send you email containing Customer Bulletins, Customer Advisories, Customer Notes,

Security Bulletins, and Driver alerts for most workstations.

You create your own profile to ensure that you only receive the information relevant to your IT

environment. To learn more about HPPN and create your custom profile, visit

http://www.hp.com/go/pcn

3.3.6 ActiveUpdate

ActiveUpdate is a client-based application from HP. The ActiveUpdate client uses your

user-defined profile to proactively and automatically download software updates to a server

repository for most HP workstations.

To learn more about ActiveUpdate, download the application, and create your custom profile,

visit

http://www.compaq.com/activeupdate

3.3.7 ROM Flash

The workstation comes with a reprogrammable flash ROM (read only memory). By establishing

a setup password in Computer Setup (F10) Utility, you can protect the ROM from being

unintentionally updated or overwritten. This is important to ensure the operating integrity of the

workstation. Should you need or want to upgrade your ROM, you may:

■

Order an upgraded

ROMPaq

™ diskette from HP.

■

Download the latest ROMPaq images from

http://www.hp.com/support

CAUTION:

For maximum ROM protection, be sure to establish a setup password. The setup password

prevents unauthorized ROM upgrades. System Software Manager allows the system administrator to set

the setup password on one or more PCs simultaneously. For more information, visit

http://www.hp.com/go/ssml

3.3.8 Remote ROM Flash

Remote ROM Flash allows the system administrator to safely upgrade the ROM on remote HP

workstations directly from the centralized network management console. Enabling the system

administrator to perform this task remotely, on multiple workstations, results in a consistent

deployment of and greater control over HP PC ROM images over the network.

✎

The workstation must be powered on, or turned on through Remote Wakeup, to take advantage of

Remote ROM Flash.

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

System Software Manager at

http://www.hp.com/go/easydeploy

3.3.9 FailSafe Boot Block ROM

The FailSafe Boot Block ROM allows for system recovery in the unlikely event of a ROM flash

failure, for example, if a power failure were to occur during a ROM upgrade. The Boot Block is a

flash-protected section of the ROM that checks for a valid system ROM flash when power to the

system is turned on.