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Setup Utilities and Diagnostics Features 2.3.4 Status Tab The Status tab displays the status of the selected tests. The type of test executed (Quick, Complete, or Custom) is also displayed. The main progress bar displays the percent complete of the current set of tests. While testing is in progress, a Cancel Testing button is displayed for use if you want to cancel the test. After testing has completed, the Cancel Testing button is replaced with a Retest button. The Retest button will retest the last set of tests executed. This enables you to re-run the set of tests without having to re-enter the data in the Test tab. The Status tab also shows: ■ The devices being tested ■ The tests that are running ■ The overall elapsed time ■ The individual elapsed test times ■ The condition status of each test 2.3.5 Log Tab The Log tab contains two logs, a Test Log and an Error Log, each of which can be selected from the left side of the tab. The Test Log displays all tests that have been executed, the number of times of execution, the number of times the test failed, and the time it took to complete the test. The Clear Test Log button will clear the contents of the Test Log. The Error Log displays the tests for devices that have failed during the diagnostic testing and includes the following columns of information. ■ The Description section describes the error that the diagnostic test found. ■ The Recommended Repair will give a recommended action that should be performed to resolve the failed hardware. ■ The Failed Count is the number of times the test has failed. ■ The Error Code provides a numerical code for the failure. The error codes are defined in the Help tab. ■ The Clear Error Log button will clear the contents of the Error Log. 2.3.6 Saving and Printing Information in HP Insight Diagnostics You can save the information displayed in the HP Insight Diagnostics Status and Log tabs to a diskette or a USB 2.0 HP Drive Key (64MB or higher). You can not save to the hard drive. The system will automatically create an html file that has the same appearance as the information displayed on the screen. 1. Insert a diskette or USB 2.0 HP Drive Key (capacity must be 64MB or higher). USB 1.0 Drive Keys are not supported. 2. Click Save in the upper right corner of the tab. 3. Select Save to the floppy or Save to USB key. 4. Enter a file name in the File Name box and click the Save button. An html file will be saved to the inserted diskette or USB HP Drive Key. Service Reference Guide, dx7200 390812-001 2-17

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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2.3.4 Status Tab

The Status tab displays the status of the selected tests. The type of test executed (

Quick

Complete

, or

Custom

) is also displayed. The main progress bar displays the percent complete of

the current set of tests. While testing is in progress, a

Cancel Testing

button is displayed for use

if you want to cancel the test.

After testing has completed, the

Cancel Testing

button is replaced with a

Retest

button. The

Retest

button will retest the last set of tests executed. This enables you to re-run the set of tests

without having to re-enter the data in the Test tab.

The Status tab also shows:

■

The devices being tested

■

The tests that are running

■

The overall elapsed time

■

The individual elapsed test times

■

The condition status of each test

2.3.5 Log Tab

The Log tab contains two logs, a

Test Log

and an

Error Log

, each of which can be selected from

the left side of the tab.

The

Test Log

displays all tests that have been executed, the number of times of execution, the

number of times the test failed, and the time it took to complete the test. The

Clear Test Log

button will clear the contents of the

Test Log

The

Error Log

displays the tests for devices that have failed during the diagnostic testing and

includes the following columns of information.

■

The

Description

section describes the error that the diagnostic test found.

■

The

Recommended Repair

will give a recommended action that should be performed to

resolve the failed hardware.

■

The

Failed Count

is the number of times the test has failed.

■

The

Error Code

provides a numerical code for the failure. The error codes are defined in the

Help tab.

■

The

Clear Error Log

button will clear the contents of the Error Log.

2.3.6 Saving and Printing Information in HP Insight Diagnostics

You can save the information displayed in the HP Insight Diagnostics Status and Log tabs to a

diskette or a USB 2.0 HP Drive Key (64MB or higher). You can not save to the hard drive. The

system will automatically create an html file that has the same appearance as the information

displayed on the screen.

1. Insert a diskette or USB 2.0 HP Drive Key (capacity must be 64MB or higher). USB 1.0

Drive Keys are not supported.

2. Click

Save

in the upper right corner of the tab.

3. Select

Save to the floppy

Save to USB key

4. Enter a file name in the

File Name

box and click the

Save

button. An html file will be saved

to the inserted diskette or USB HP Drive Key.