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Solving Audio Problems, Table 5-8 - sound card problems

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Chapter 5 Table 5-7 Display Problems (Continued) Problem Cause Solution Blurry video or requested resolution cannot be set. If the graphics controller was upgraded, the correct video drivers might not be loaded. Install the video drivers included in the upgrade kit. Monitor is not capable of displaying requested resolution. Change requested resolution. The picture is broken up, rolls, jitters, or flashes. The monitor connections might 1 be incomplete or the monitor might be incorrectly adjusted. 2 Be sure the monitor cable is securely connected to the workstation. In a two-monitor system or if another monitor is in close proximity, be sure the monitors are not interfering with each other's electromagnetic field by moving them apart. 3 Fluorescent lights or fans might be too close to the monitor. Monitor needs to be degaussed. Degauss the monitor. Vibrating or rattling noise coming from inside a CRT monitor when powered on. Monitor degaussing coil has been activated. None. It is normal for the degaussing coil to be activated when the monitor is powered on. Clicking noise coming from inside a Electronic relays have been CRT monitor. activated inside the monitor. None. It is normal for some monitors to make a clicking noise when turned on and off, when going in and out of Standby mode, and when changing resolutions. High pitched noise coming from inside a flat panel monitor. Brightness and contrast settings are too high. Lower brightness and contrast settings. Fuzzy focus; streaking, ghosting, Flat panel monitor's internal 1 or shadowing effects; horizontal digital conversion circuits scrolling lines; faint vertical bars; or might be unable to correctly unable to center the picture on the interpret the output 2 screen. (Flat panel monitors using synchronization of the graphics an analog VGA input connection card. only.) Select the monitor's Auto-Adjustment option in the monitor's on-screen display menu. Manually synchronize the Clock and Clock Phase onscreen display functions. Download SoftPaq SP20930 or SP22333, depending on the monitor, to assist with the synchronization. Certain typed symbols do not appear correct. The font you are using does not support that particular symbol. Use the Character Map to locate the and select the appropriate symbol. Click Start>All Programs> Accessories>System Tools>Character Map. You can copy the symbol from the Character Map into a document. Solving Audio Problems Table 5-8 Audio Problems Problem Cause Solution Sound does not come out of the speaker or headphones. Software volume control is turned down. Double-click the Speaker icon on the taskbar and use the volume slider to adjust the volume. The external speakers are not Turn on the external speakers. turned on. TROUBLESHOOTING SCENARIOS AND SOLUTIONS 121

Section	Page
Contents	3
Preface	9
Important Safety Warnings	9
Updating BIOS, Drivers, and Software	11
Finding Information	11
E-Support	11
Additional Documentation	12
Helpful links	12
Using the Documentation Library CD	12
Windows-Based Workstations	12
Linux-Based Workstations	13
Locating Regulatory Information	13
Parts and Accessories	13
Subscriber’s Choice	13
Chapter 1: Product Overview	15
Product Features	16
Exploded View	16
Front Panel Components	17
Rear Panel Components	18
Serial Number and COA Label Location	19
Product Specifications	19
Power Supply and Cooling	20
Power Supply Specifications	21
Power Consumption and Cooling	22
System Fans and Airflow	22
Resetting the Power Supply	23
Environmental Specification	23
PCI and PCI Express Slot Power Specifications	23
ENERGY STAR	24
ENERGY STAR Compliance	24
Hyper-Threading Technology	25
Chapter 2: Installing or Restoring the Operating System	27
Installing the Operating System and Software	28
Microsoft Windows XP Professional	28
Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers	28
Creating a Restore Diskette	28
Linux-Preinstalled Workstations	28
Starting Up the Linux Operating System	28
Restoring the Linux Operating System	29
Upgrading Device Drivers	30
Linux-Enabled Workstations	30
Verifying Hardware Compatibility	30
Installing the Linux Operating System	30
Upgrading Device Drivers	30
HP Software	31
Restoring the Operating System	31
Protecting the Software	31
Ordering Backup Software	32
Chapter 3: System Management	33
Computer Setup (F10)	34
BIOS ROM	35
Using Computer Setup (F10)	35
Computer Setup Menu	37
Desktop Management	42
Initial Configuration and Deployment	42
Remote System Installation	42
Software Updating and Management	43
HP Client Manager Software	43
Altiris Client Management Solutions	43
System Software Manager	44
Proactive Change Notification	44
Subscriber’s Choice	44
ROM Flash	44
Remote ROM Flash	45
HPQFlash	45
FailSafe Boot Block ROM	45
Replicating the Setup	46
Dual-State Power Button	48
World Wide Web Site	49
Building Blocks and Partners	49
Asset Tracking and Security	49
Password Security	51
Deleting a Power-On or Setup Password	54
DriveLock	55
Hood Sensor (Smart Cover Sensor)	56
Master Boot Record Security	57
Cable Lock Provision (Optional)	58
Security Lock (Optional)	58
Universal Chassis Clamp Lock (Optional)	58
Hood Sensor (Smart Cover Sensor)	59
Access Panel Key Lock	59
Fault Notification and Recovery	59
Drive Protection System	59
Ultra ATA Integrity Monitoring	59
ECC Fault Prediction and Prefailure Warranty	59
Surge-Tolerant Power Supply	59
Thermal Sensor	60
Chapter 4: Removal and Replacement Procedures	61
Service Considerations	62
Read Cautions, Warnings and Safety Precautions	62
Electrostatic Discharge Information	62
Generating Static	62
Preventing Electrostatic Damage to Equipment	63
Personal Grounding Methods and Equipment	63
Grounding the Work Area	63
Recommended Materials and Equipment	64
Tools and Software Requirements	64
Screws	64
Special Handling of Components	65
Cables and Connectors	65
Hard Drives	65
Lithium Coin Cell Battery	65
Pre-Disassembly Procedures	66
System Board Components	67
System Board Architecture	68
Removal and Replacement of Components	68
Disassembly Order	69
Security Lock (Optional)	69
Cable Lock (Optional)	70
Universal Chassis Clamp Lock (Optional)	70
Access Panel	71
Front Bezel	71
Bezel Blanks	72
Hood Sensor (Smart Cover Sensor)	72
Front Panel I/O Device Assembly	73
Power Button Assembly and System Speaker	74
Power Supply	74
System Fan	75
Memory	76
Memory Module Features	76
Memory Module Requirements	76
Removing Memory Module	77
Installing Memory Module	77
Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) Slots	78
PCI Bus Layout	79
PCI Card Support	81
PCI Retainer	83
PCI Express	83
PCI or PCI Express Removal	84
PCI or PCI Express Installation	84
Front Fan Removal (Optional)	85
Battery	86
Power Connections to Drives	87
Optical Drive	87
Replacing Optical Drive Cable	89
Diskette Drive (Optional)	89
Hard Drive	91
Removing a Hard Drive	91
Installing Hard Drive	92
Processor Heatsink	96
Removing the CPU Heatsink	96
Replacing the CPU Heatsink	98
Processor	99
Removing the Processor	99
Replacing the Processor	100
System Board	101
Chapter 5: System Diagnostics and Troubleshooting	103
E-Support	104
Help & Support Center (HSC) and E-Support	104
Troubleshooting Checklist	104
LED Color Definitions	105
HP Insight Diagnostics Offline Edition	105
Key Features and Benefits	105
Theory of Operation	105
Diagnostic Utility on CD	106
Download the ISO Image	106
User Interface	107
Diagnostic Error Codes	111
Diagnostic Light Codes	111
Troubleshooting Scenarios and Solutions	113
Solving Minor Problems	113
Solving Power Supply Problems	115
Testing Power Supply	115
Solving Diskette Problems	117
Solving Hard Drive Problems	118
Solving Display Problems	120
Solving Audio Problems	121
Solving Printer Problems	123
Solving Keyboard and Mouse Problems	123
Solving Front Panel Component Problems	124
Solving Hardware Installation Problems	126
Solving Network Problems	127
Solving Memory Problems	129
Solving Processor Problems	129
Solving CD-ROM and DVD Problems	130
Solving Internet Access Problems	131
Power On Self Test (POST) and Error Messages	133
Appendix A: SCSI Devices	141
SCSI Guidelines	141
Using SCSISelect with SCSI Devices	142
SMART	142
Jumpers	143
Appendix B: SATA Devices	145
SATA Guidelines	145
Boot Order	146
SATA Raid Configurations	147
Appendix C: Ultra ATA Devices	149
Ultra ATA Jumpers	149
Ultra ATA Cables	149
Drive Installation Guidelines	149
Device Classes	150
General Attach Guidelines	150
Attach Sequence Rules by Class Priority	150
Attach Sequence Worksheet	151
Example 1: Three Device Installation Sample	151
Example 2: Four Device Installation Sample	152
Additional Drive Application Notes	153
SMART	153
Jumpers	154
CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive	154
Appendix D: Connector Pins	155
Enhanced Keyboard	155
Mouse	155
Ethernet RJ-45	155
Parallel Interface	156
Serial Interface	156
USB	156
IEEE 1394	157
Microphone	157
Headphone	157
Line-in Audio	157
Line-out Audio	158
Ultra SCSI	158
SATA	159
Monitor (VGA)	160
Monitor (DVI)	160
ATA/ATAPI (IDE) Standard Drive Cable	161
24-Pin Power (Main)	162
6-Pin Power (Auxiliary System Board)	162
8-Pin Power (for Processors)	163
6-Pin Power (Auxiliary PCI Express)	163
Appendix E: System Board Designators	165
Appendix F: Power Cord Set Requirements	169
Appendix G: Routine Care	171
General Cleaning Safety Precautions	171
Maximizing the Airflow	171
Cleaning the Workstation Case	171
Cleaning the Keyboard	172
Cleaning the Monitor	172
Cleaning the Mouse	172
Appendix H: Additional Password Security and Resetting CMOS	173
Resetting the Password Jumper	173
Clearing and Resetting the CMOS	174
Using the CMOS Button	174
Using Computer Setup to Reset CMOS	175
Appendix I: Quick Troubleshooting Flows	177
Initial Troubleshooting	178
No Power	179
No Power, Part 1	179
No Power, Part 2	180
No Power, Part 3	181
No Video	182
No Video, Part 1	182
No Video, Part 2	183
No Video, Part 3	184
Error Messages	185
Error Messages, Part 1	185
Error Messages, Part 2	186
Error Messages, Part 3	187
No OS Loading	188
No OS Loading from Hard Drive	189
No OS Loading from Hard Drive, Part 1	189
No OS Loading from Hard Drive, Part 2	190
No OS Loading from Hard Drive, Part 3	191
No OS Loading from Diskette Drive	192
No OS Loading from CD-ROM Drive	193
No OS Loading from Network	194
Non-functioning Device	195

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Chapter 5

Solving Audio Problems

Blurry video or requested

resolution cannot be set.

If the graphics controller was

upgraded, the correct video

drivers might not be loaded.

Install the video drivers included in the upgrade kit.

Monitor is not capable of

displaying requested

resolution.

Change requested resolution.

The picture is broken up, rolls,

jitters, or flashes.

The monitor connections might

be incomplete or the monitor

might be incorrectly adjusted.

Be sure the monitor cable is securely connected to the

workstation.

In a two-monitor system or if another monitor is in

close proximity, be sure the monitors are not

interfering with each other’s electromagnetic field by

moving them apart.

Fluorescent lights or fans might be too close to the

monitor.

Monitor needs to be

degaussed.

Degauss the monitor.

Vibrating or rattling noise coming

from inside a CRT monitor when

powered on.

Monitor degaussing coil has

been activated.

None. It is normal for the degaussing coil to be activated

when the monitor is powered on.

Clicking noise coming from inside a

CRT monitor.

Electronic relays have been

activated inside the monitor.

None. It is normal for some monitors to make a clicking

noise when turned on and off, when going in and out of

Standby mode, and when changing resolutions.

High pitched noise coming from

inside a flat panel monitor.

Brightness and contrast

settings are too high.

Lower brightness and contrast settings.

Fuzzy focus; streaking, ghosting,

or shadowing effects; horizontal

scrolling lines; faint vertical bars; or

unable to center the picture on the

screen. (Flat panel monitors using

an analog VGA input connection

only.)

Flat panel monitor’s internal

digital conversion circuits

might be unable to correctly

interpret the output

synchronization of the graphics

card.

Select the monitor’s Auto-Adjustment option in the

monitor’s on-screen display menu.

Manually synchronize the Clock and Clock Phase on-

screen display functions. Download SoftPaq SP20930

or SP22333, depending on the monitor, to assist with

the synchronization.

Certain typed symbols do not

appear correct.

The font you are using does

not support that particular

symbol.

Use the Character Map to locate the and select the

appropriate symbol. Click

Start>All Programs>

Accessories>System Tools>Character Map. You can copy

the symbol from the Character Map into a document.

Table 5-8

Audio Problems

Problem

Cause

Solution

Sound does not come out of the

speaker or headphones.

Software volume control is

turned down.

Double-click the Speaker icon on the taskbar and use the

volume slider to adjust the volume.

The external speakers are not

turned on.

Turn on the external speakers.

Table 5-7

Display Problems (Continued)

Problem

Cause

Solution