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Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics Solving Network Problems These guidelines do not discuss the process of debugging the network cabling. Solving Network Problems Problem Cause Wake-on-LAN feature is not functioning. Wake-on-LAN is not enabled. Network driver does not detect network controller. Network controller is disabled. Incorrect network driver. Network status link light does not turn on or it never flashes. ✎ The network status light should flash when there is network activity. No active network is detected. Network controller is not set up properly. Network controller is disabled. Diagnostics reports a failure. Network driver is not properly loaded. System cannot autosense the network. The cable is not securely connected. The cable is attached to the incorrect connector. There is a problem with the cable or a device at the other end of the cable. Network controller interrupt is shared with an expansion board. The network controller is defective. Solution Use the Network Connections application in Control Panel to enable Wake-on-LAN. 1. Run Computer Setup and enable network controller. 2. Enable the network controller in the operating system via the Device Manager. Check the network controller documentation for the correct driver or obtain the latest driver from the manufacturer's Web site. Check cabling and network equipment for proper connection. Use the Network control application to verify that the device is working properly. 1. Run Computer Setup and enable network controller. 2. Enable the network controller in the operating system via Device Manager. Reinstall network drivers. Disable auto-sensing capabilities and force the system into the correct operating mode. Ensure that both ends of the data cable are securely connected. Ensure that the cable is attached to the correct connector. Ensure that the cable and device at the other end are operating correctly. Under the Computer Setup Advanced menu, change the resource settings for the board. Replace the system board (NIC is integral to the system board). D-20 390812-001 Service Reference Guide, dx7200

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	10
Setup Utilities and Diagnostics Features	13
2.1 Power-On Self-Test (POST)	13
2.2 Computer Setup Utilities	14
2.2.1 Using Computer Setup (F10) Utilities	15
2.2.2 Computer Setup Menu	16
2.2.3 Recovering the Configuration Settings	26
2.3 HP Insight Diagnostics	26
2.3.1 Accessing HP Insight Diagnostics	26
2.3.2 Survey Tab	27
2.3.3 Test Tab	28
2.3.4 Status Tab	29
2.3.5 Log Tab	29
2.3.6 Saving and Printing Information in HP Insight Diagnostics	29
2.3.7 Downloading the Latest Version of HP Insight Diagnostics	30
Desktop Management	31
3.1 Initial Configuration and Deployment	31
3.1.1 Altiris Deployment Solution Agent	32
3.1.2 HP Local Recovery	32
3.2 Remote System Installation	32
3.3 Software Updating and Management	33
3.3.1 HP System Software Manager	33
3.3.2 HP Client Manager	33
3.3.3 HP Client Management Solutions using Altiris	34
3.3.4 HP Local Recovery	35
3.3.5 Dantz Retrospect Express	35
3.3.6 Proactive Change Notification	36
3.3.7 Subscriber’s Choice	36
3.3.8 Retired Solutions	36
3.4 ROM Flash	37
3.4.1 Remote ROM Flash	37
3.4.2 HPQFlash	37
3.4.3 Boot Block Emergency Recovery Mode	37
3.4.4 Replicating the Setup	38
3.4.5 Dual-State Power Button	43
3.4.6 World Wide Web Site	43
3.4.7 Building Blocks and Partners	43
3.5 Asset Tracking and Security	44
3.5.1 Password Security	47
3.5.2 Establishing a Setup Password Using Computer Setup	47
3.5.3 Establishing a Power-On Password Using Computer Setup	48
3.5.4 DriveLock	50
3.5.5 Smart Cover Sensor	52
3.5.6 Cable Lock Provision	54
3.5.7 TPM Embedded Security Chip and HP ProtectTools Security Manager	54
3.6 Fault Notification and Recovery	54
3.6.1 Drive Protection System	54
3.6.2 Surge-Tolerant Power Supply	54
3.6.3 Thermal Sensor	54
Serial and Parallel ATA Drive Guidelines and Features	55
4.1 SATA 1.5 and 3.0 Hard Drives	55
4.2 SATA Hard Drive Cables	56
4.2.1 SATA Data Cable	56
4.2.2 SATA Power Cable	56
4.3 PATA Device Information	57
4.4 PATA Cables	57
4.4.1 PATA Data Cable	57
4.4.2 PATA Power Cable	58
4.5 PATA Drive Installation Guidelines	58
4.5.1 PATA Device Classes	58
4.6 SATA SMART Drives	59
4.7 Drive Capacities	59
4.8 SATA BIOS	59
4.8.1 Legacy Mode	60
4.8.2 Native Mode	60
4.9 Mixed Devices Boot and Drive Letter Ordering	61
Identifying the Chassis, Routine Care, and Disassembly Preparation	63
5.1 Chassis Designations	63
5.1.1 Microtower (MT)	63
5.1.2 Slim Tower (ST)	64
5.2 Electrostatic Discharge Information	65
5.2.1 Generating Static	65
5.2.2 Preventing Electrostatic Damage to Equipment	65
5.2.3 Personal Grounding Methods and Equipment	66
5.2.4 Grounding the Work Area	66
5.2.5 Recommended Materials and Equipment	66
5.3 Operating Guidelines	67
5.4 Routine Care	67
5.4.1 General Cleaning Safety Precautions	67
5.4.2 Cleaning the Computer Case	68
5.4.3 Cleaning the Keyboard	68
5.4.4 Cleaning the Monitor	69
5.4.5 Cleaning the Mouse	69
5.5 Service Considerations	69
5.5.1 Power Supply Fan	69
5.5.2 Tools and Software Requirements	69
5.5.3 Screws	70
5.5.4 Cables and Connectors	70
5.5.5 Hard Drives	70
5.5.6 Lithium Coin Cell Battery	71
Removal and Replacement Procedures- Microtower (MT) Chassis	73
6.1 Preparation for Disassembly	73
6.2 External Security Devices	74
6.2.1 Installing a Cable Lock	74
6.2.2 Installing a Padlock	75
6.3 Access Panel	76
6.4 Front Bezel	77
6.5 Front Drive Bezels	79
6.5.1 5.25\	79
6.5.2 Diskette Drive Bezel	80
6.5.3 3.5\	80
6.6 Cable Management	81
6.7 Memory	82
6.8 Expansion Cards	83
6.9 Drives	87
6.9.1 Drive Positions	87
6.9.2 Removing a Drive	88
6.9.3 Installing a Drive	90
6.10 Chassis Fan	93
6.11 Front I/O Panel Housing Assembly	94
6.12 Front I/O Devices	95
6.13 Power Switch Assembly	96
6.14 Heatsink	97
6.15 Processor	98
6.16 Speaker	100
6.17 Power Supply	101
6.18 System Board	103
6.19 Battery	104
6.19.1 Type 1 Battery Holder	105
6.19.2 Type 2 Battery Holder	106
6.19.3 Type 3 Battery Holder	107
Removal and Replacement Procedures- Slim Tower (ST) Chassis	109
7.1 Preparation for Disassembly	109
7.2 Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock	111
7.3 Hood Sensor	113
7.4 External Security Devices	114
7.4.1 Security Clip	114
7.4.2 Cable Lock	114
7.4.3 Padlock	115
7.5 Computer Cover	116
7.6 Front Drive Bezels	117
7.7 Cable Management	119
7.8 Memory	120
7.9 Vertically Oriented Expansion Card	121
7.9.1 Expansion Card Retainer	121
7.9.2 PCI Expansion Card	122
7.9.3 PCI Express Expansion Card	124
7.10 Drives	125
7.10.1 Drive Positions	125
7.10.2 Optical Drive	126
7.10.3 External 3.5-inch Drive	128
7.10.4 Primary Hard Drive	130
7.11 Fan Shroud	134
7.12 Chassis Fan	135
7.13 Front I/O Devices	136
7.14 Power Switch Assembly	137
7.15 Heatsink	138
7.16 Processor	139
7.17 Speaker	141
7.18 Power Supply	142
7.19 System Board	144
7.20 Battery	147
7.20.1 Type 1 Battery Holder	148
7.20.2 Type 2 Battery Holder	149
7.20.3 Type 3 Battery Holder	150
Connector Pin Assignments	151
Power Cord Set Requirements	163
POST Error Messages	165
Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics	177
System Board and Riser Board Reference Designators	205
Memory	209

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390812-001

Service Reference Guide, dx7200

Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics

Solving Network Problems

These guidelines do not discuss the process of debugging the network cabling.

Solving Network Problems

Problem

Cause

Solution

Wake-on-LAN feature is

not functioning.

Wake-on-LAN is not

enabled.

Use the Network Connections

application in Control Panel to

enable Wake-on-LAN.

Network driver does

not detect network

controller.

Network controller is

disabled.

1. Run Computer Setup and

enable network controller.

Enable the network controller in

the operating system via the

Device Manager.

Incorrect network driver.

Check the network controller

documentation for the correct driver

or obtain the latest driver from the

manufacturer’s Web site.

Network status link light

does not turn on or it

never flashes.

✎

The network status

light should flash

when there is

network activity.

No active network is

detected.

Check cabling and network

equipment for proper connection.

Network controller is not

set up properly.

Use the Network control

application to verify that the device

is working properly.

Network controller is

disabled.

1. Run Computer Setup and

enable network controller.

Enable the network controller in

the operating system via Device

Manager.

Network driver is not

properly loaded.

Reinstall network drivers.

System cannot autosense

the network.

Disable auto-sensing capabilities

and force the system into the correct

operating mode.

Diagnostics reports a

failure.

The cable is not securely

connected.

Ensure that both ends of the data

cable are securely connected.

The cable is attached to

the incorrect connector.

Ensure that the cable is attached to

the correct connector.

There is a problem with

the cable or a device at

the other end of the cable.

Ensure that the cable and device at

the other end are operating

correctly.

Network controller

interrupt is shared with

an expansion board.

Under the Computer Setup

Advanced

menu, change the

resource settings for the board.

The network controller

is defective.

Replace the system board (NIC is

integral to the system board).