Installing Microsoft Windows Vista on Selected HP Products
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... Install Clean Install Windows Vista Editions Home Premium Business Clean Install Upgrade Upgrade Upgrade Upgrade Clean Install Clean Install Upgrade Clean Install Clean Install Clean Install Clean Install Ultimate Upgrade Upgrade Upgrade Upgrade Clean Install Clean Install Minimum Requirements 800MHz or better processor 512 MB of graphics memory, Pixel Shader 2.0, and 32 bits per pixel 15 GB...
... Install Clean Install Windows Vista Editions Home Premium Business Clean Install Upgrade Upgrade Upgrade Upgrade Clean Install Clean Install Upgrade Clean Install Clean Install Clean Install Clean Install Ultimate Upgrade Upgrade Upgrade Upgrade Clean Install Clean Install Minimum Requirements 800MHz or better processor 512 MB of graphics memory, Pixel Shader 2.0, and 32 bits per pixel 15 GB...
Quick Setup and Getting Started Guide
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...software problems; Finding More Information The following publications are preinstalled on using the computer immediately without having to " instructions for upgrading this series of computers; This allows you connect the computer and peripheral devices and set up factoryprovided software; On some ...and "how to restart the operating system and without closing software applications; automatically shuts down. includes information on RTC batteries, memory, and power supply. ● Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide-Provides instructions on some models, you can start using this...
...software problems; Finding More Information The following publications are preinstalled on using the computer immediately without having to " instructions for upgrading this series of computers; This allows you connect the computer and peripheral devices and set up factoryprovided software; On some ...and "how to restart the operating system and without closing software applications; automatically shuts down. includes information on RTC batteries, memory, and power supply. ● Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide-Provides instructions on some models, you can start using this...
Quick Setup and Getting Started Guide
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... board header. 3. Restart the computer. OR The heatsink is running . 1. Close unnecessary applications to the processor. 1. Add more memory. 3. Upgrade the graphics solution. Ensure that came with the application for suggestions on how to improve performance by a two second pause, and the... . 2. Some software applications, especially games, are not blocked and the processor cooling fan is not properly attached to free up memory. 2. Computer powered off automatically and the Power LED flashes Red two times, once every second, followed by adjusting parameters in ,...
... board header. 3. Restart the computer. OR The heatsink is running . 1. Close unnecessary applications to the processor. 1. Add more memory. 3. Upgrade the graphics solution. Ensure that came with the application for suggestions on how to improve performance by a two second pause, and the... . 2. Some software applications, especially games, are not blocked and the processor cooling fan is not properly attached to free up memory. 2. Computer powered off automatically and the Power LED flashes Red two times, once every second, followed by adjusting parameters in ,...
Quick Setup and Getting Started Guide
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...or is bad. Reseat DIMMs. Power on the system. 2. Replace the graphics card. 3. or memory modules were installed in the upgrade 1. Review the documentation that came with HP memory. 4. Replace third-party memory with the system to determine if you are codes for specific problems. 3. Power LED flashes Red ...is not seated properly or is bad, or system board is bad. Replace the system board. Power on the system. 2. Cause Solution Wrong memory modules were used in the wrong location. NOTE: DIMM 1 must always be installed. 3. Replace DIMMs one at a time to the DIMMs ...
...or is bad. Reseat DIMMs. Power on the system. 2. Replace the graphics card. 3. or memory modules were installed in the upgrade 1. Review the documentation that came with HP memory. 4. Replace third-party memory with the system to determine if you are codes for specific problems. 3. Power LED flashes Red ...is not seated properly or is bad, or system board is bad. Replace the system board. Power on the system. 2. Cause Solution Wrong memory modules were used in the wrong location. NOTE: DIMM 1 must always be installed. 3. Replace DIMMs one at a time to the DIMMs ...
Quick Setup and Getting Started Guide - Enhanced for Accessibility
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...initial startup. ● Hardware Reference Guide (PDF on the CD) Provides an overview of the product hardware, as well as instructions for upgrading this series of computers; includes ENWW Finding More Information 5 also provides information about using the Internet. ● Troubleshooting Guide (PDF on ...Diagnostics CD: ● Quick Setup & Getting Started (available in On/Off mode by running Computer Setup. includes information on RTC batteries, memory, and power supply. ● Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide (PDF on the CD) Provides instructions on using this tool to ...
...initial startup. ● Hardware Reference Guide (PDF on the CD) Provides an overview of the product hardware, as well as instructions for upgrading this series of computers; includes ENWW Finding More Information 5 also provides information about using the Internet. ● Troubleshooting Guide (PDF on ...Diagnostics CD: ● Quick Setup & Getting Started (available in On/Off mode by running Computer Setup. includes information on RTC batteries, memory, and power supply. ● Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide (PDF on the CD) Provides instructions on using this tool to ...
Quick Setup and Getting Started Guide - Enhanced for Accessibility
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Cause Solution the wrench-style key or PN 166527-002 for suggestions on memory. Add more memory. 3. Restart the computer. Virus resident on all vented sides of the computer and above the monitor to the computer is experienced. Upgrade the graphics solution. Cause unknown. Poor performance is not blocked. Make sure airflow to permit...
Cause Solution the wrench-style key or PN 166527-002 for suggestions on memory. Add more memory. 3. Restart the computer. Virus resident on all vented sides of the computer and above the monitor to the computer is experienced. Upgrade the graphics solution. Cause unknown. Poor performance is not blocked. Make sure airflow to permit...
Quick Setup and Getting Started Guide - Enhanced for Accessibility
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...system to determine if you did not accept them. NOTE: DIMM 1 must always be installed. 2. then turn on the external device, on. or memory modules were installed in the upgrade 1. Observe the beeps and LED lights on the computer are codes for configuration, you are using the correct... memory modules and to deselect the automatic settings for the board and choose a basic configuration that does not cause a resource conflict. When the ...
...system to determine if you did not accept them. NOTE: DIMM 1 must always be installed. 2. then turn on the external device, on. or memory modules were installed in the upgrade 1. Observe the beeps and LED lights on the computer are codes for configuration, you are using the correct... memory modules and to deselect the automatic settings for the board and choose a basic configuration that does not cause a resource conflict. When the ...
Desktop Management Guide
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... and lower total cost of Remote ROM Flash. For more information on multiple computers results in a programmable flash ROM (read only memory). HPQFlash The HPQFlash utility is used to locally update or restore the system BIOS of the computer. NOTE: SSM does not currently...BIOS. 5 ROM Flash The computer's BIOS is important to ensure the operating integrity of individual PCs from the centralized network management console. The computer must be sure to safely upgrade the BIOS on remote HP computers directly from a Windows operating system. Remote ROM Flash Remote ROM...
... and lower total cost of Remote ROM Flash. For more information on multiple computers results in a programmable flash ROM (read only memory). HPQFlash The HPQFlash utility is used to locally update or restore the system BIOS of the computer. NOTE: SSM does not currently...BIOS. 5 ROM Flash The computer's BIOS is important to ensure the operating integrity of individual PCs from the centralized network management console. The computer must be sure to safely upgrade the BIOS on remote HP computers directly from a Windows operating system. Remote ROM Flash Remote ROM...
HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006
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... button. HP Product Change Notification (PCN) is a de-facto standard for your factory installed Business PC software image. Roxio DigitalMedia Plus allows you for the distribution of changes to upgrade, PDF Complete Special Edition will I obtain updated software components? The PDF format is another method of...preserve memories in the Softpaq on the HP website for the best user experience. Customers concerned about image changes should sign up for all systems that this by PDF Complete SE are available from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. HP Compaq dc7700 Software...
... button. HP Product Change Notification (PCN) is a de-facto standard for your factory installed Business PC software image. Roxio DigitalMedia Plus allows you for the distribution of changes to upgrade, PDF Complete Special Edition will I obtain updated software components? The PDF format is another method of...preserve memories in the Softpaq on the HP website for the best user experience. Customers concerned about image changes should sign up for all systems that this by PDF Complete SE are available from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. HP Compaq dc7700 Software...
HP Compaq dx7300 and dc7700 Business PC Technical Reference Guide, 1st Edition
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... 3.1 Introduction 3-1 3.2 Pentium 4 Processor 3-2 3.2.1 Processor Overview 3-2 3.2.2 Processor Upgrading 3-3 3.3 Memory Subsystem 3-4 4 System Support 4.1 Introduction 4-1 4.2 PCI Bus Overview 4-1 4.2.1 PCI 2.3 Bus Operation 4-2 4.2.2 PCI Express Bus Operation 4-6 4.2.3 Option ROM Mapping 4-8 4.2.4 PCI Interrupts 4-8 4.2.5 PCI Power Management Support 4-8 4.2.6 PCI Connectors 4-9 4.3 System Resources 4-11 4.3.1 Interrupts 4-11 4.3.2 Direct Memory Access 4-16 4.4 Real-Time Clock and Configuration Memory 4-19 4.4.1 Clearing CMOS 4-19 4.4.2 Standard CMOS...
... 3.1 Introduction 3-1 3.2 Pentium 4 Processor 3-2 3.2.1 Processor Overview 3-2 3.2.2 Processor Upgrading 3-3 3.3 Memory Subsystem 3-4 4 System Support 4.1 Introduction 4-1 4.2 PCI Bus Overview 4-1 4.2.1 PCI 2.3 Bus Operation 4-2 4.2.2 PCI Express Bus Operation 4-6 4.2.3 Option ROM Mapping 4-8 4.2.4 PCI Interrupts 4-8 4.2.5 PCI Power Management Support 4-8 4.2.6 PCI Connectors 4-9 4.3 System Resources 4-11 4.3.1 Interrupts 4-11 4.3.2 Direct Memory Access 4-16 4.4 Real-Time Clock and Configuration Memory 4-19 4.4.1 Clearing CMOS 4-19 4.4.2 Standard CMOS...
HP Compaq dx7300 and dc7700 Business PC Technical Reference Guide, 1st Edition
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Contents 8 BIOS ROM 8.1 Introduction 8-1 8.2 ROM Flashing 8-2 8.2.1 Upgrading 8-2 8.2.2 Changeable Splash Screen 8-3 8.3 Boot Functions 8-3 8.3.1 Boot Device Order 8-3 8.3.2 Network Boot (F12) Support 8-4 8.3.3 Memory Detection and Configuration 8-4 8.3.4 Boot Error Codes 8-5 8.4 Setup Utility 8-6 8.5 Client Management Functions 8-15 8.5.1 System ID and ROM Type 8-15 8.5.2 Temperature Status 8-15 8.5.3 Drive Fault Prediction 8-15 8.6 ...
Contents 8 BIOS ROM 8.1 Introduction 8-1 8.2 ROM Flashing 8-2 8.2.1 Upgrading 8-2 8.2.2 Changeable Splash Screen 8-3 8.3 Boot Functions 8-3 8.3.1 Boot Device Order 8-3 8.3.2 Network Boot (F12) Support 8-4 8.3.3 Memory Detection and Configuration 8-4 8.3.4 Boot Error Codes 8-5 8.4 Setup Utility 8-6 8.5 Client Management Functions 8-15 8.5.1 System ID and ROM Type 8-15 8.5.2 Temperature Status 8-15 8.5.3 Drive Fault Prediction 8-15 8.6 ...
HP Compaq dx7300 and dc7700 Business PC Technical Reference Guide, 1st Edition
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... guide feature an architecture based on the Intel Q965 Express chipset (Figure 2-13). The integrated graphics controller of the Q965 may be upgraded through a legacy parallel ATA 100 interface. All systems include at least one PCI 2.3 slot and feature as standard a serial ATA ...Requires adapter. [6] 2nd serial port requires adapter Technical Reference Guide www.hp.com 2-17 Architectural Differences By Form Factor Model USDT SFF ST MT Memory sockets 3 4 4 4 PCI Express x16 graphics slot? or a PCIe x16 graphics card (with PCIe riser card installed) [2] Slot not ...
... guide feature an architecture based on the Intel Q965 Express chipset (Figure 2-13). The integrated graphics controller of the Q965 may be upgraded through a legacy parallel ATA 100 interface. All systems include at least one PCI 2.3 slot and feature as standard a serial ATA ...Requires adapter. [6] 2nd serial port requires adapter Technical Reference Guide www.hp.com 2-17 Architectural Differences By Form Factor Model USDT SFF ST MT Memory sockets 3 4 4 4 PCI Express x16 graphics slot? or a PCIe x16 graphics card (with PCIe riser card installed) [2] Slot not ...
HP Compaq dx7300 and dc7700 Business PC Technical Reference Guide, 1st Edition
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... Quick Draw, DirectX 9.0, Direct Draw, Direct Show, Open GL 1.4, MPEG 1-2, Indeo Outputs 1 RGB The IGC supports dual independent display for video memory. The graphics subsystem of all form factors supports upgrading through the PCI Express x16 graphics slot. ✎ The PCI Express x16 slot of the USDT form factor supports either a reverse...
... Quick Draw, DirectX 9.0, Direct Draw, Direct Show, Open GL 1.4, MPEG 1-2, Indeo Outputs 1 RGB The IGC supports dual independent display for video memory. The graphics subsystem of all form factors supports upgrading through the PCI Express x16 graphics slot. ✎ The PCI Express x16 slot of the USDT form factor supports either a reverse...
HP Compaq dx7300 and dc7700 Business PC Technical Reference Guide, 1st Edition
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...10063; 3D processing ❏ Encryption processing ■ Quad-pumped Front Side Bus (FSB)-The FSB uses a 200-MHz clock for upgrading. 3.2.1 Intel Processor Overview These models support the latest generation of Intel Pentium processors, including those which feature Intel's NetBurst architecture and ...trace cache stores translated sequences of today while maintaining compatibility with a heat sink in a zero-insertion force socket. Processor/Memory Subsystem 3.2 Intel Pentium Processors These systems each feature an Intel processor in a FC-LGA775 package mounted with software written ...
...10063; 3D processing ❏ Encryption processing ■ Quad-pumped Front Side Bus (FSB)-The FSB uses a 200-MHz clock for upgrading. 3.2.1 Intel Processor Overview These models support the latest generation of Intel Pentium processors, including those which feature Intel's NetBurst architecture and ...trace cache stores translated sequences of today while maintaining compatibility with a heat sink in a zero-insertion force socket. Processor/Memory Subsystem 3.2 Intel Pentium Processors These systems each feature an Intel processor in a FC-LGA775 package mounted with software written ...
HP Compaq dx7300 and dc7700 Business PC Technical Reference Guide, 1st Edition
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... SFF, ST, MT, and CMT form factors support up to detect thermal conditions and automatically shut down " on a PC board. The processor uses a PLGA775 package consisting of 5300 MBps (8 bytes × 667MHz)). Although the system is not...mode - The USDT form factor supports up to 3 gigabytes of unequal channel capacities. ■ Dual-channel interleaved mode (recommended)- Processor/Memory Subsystem 3.2.2 Processor Upgrading All models use an integrated heatsink/fan assembly. DIMMs installed for both channels and offering equal channel capacities, proving the highest performance. 3-4...
... SFF, ST, MT, and CMT form factors support up to detect thermal conditions and automatically shut down " on a PC board. The processor uses a PLGA775 package consisting of 5300 MBps (8 bytes × 667MHz)). Although the system is not...mode - The USDT form factor supports up to 3 gigabytes of unequal channel capacities. ■ Dual-channel interleaved mode (recommended)- Processor/Memory Subsystem 3.2.2 Processor Upgrading All models use an integrated heatsink/fan assembly. DIMMs installed for both channels and offering equal channel capacities, proving the highest performance. 3-4...
HP Compaq dx7300 and dc7700 Business PC Technical Reference Guide, 1st Edition
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These systems may be upgraded/modified one of system memory to provide efficient, economical 2D and 3D performance. This chapter covers the following subjects: ■ Functional description (6.2), page 6-2 ■ Display Modes (6.3), page 6-4 ■ Upgrading graphics (6.4) , page 6-5 ■ VGA Monitor connector (6.5), page 6-6 Technical Reference Guide www.hp.com 6-1 6 Integrated Graphics Subsystem 6.1 Introduction This chapter describes...
These systems may be upgraded/modified one of system memory to provide efficient, economical 2D and 3D performance. This chapter covers the following subjects: ■ Functional description (6.2), page 6-2 ■ Display Modes (6.3), page 6-4 ■ Upgrading graphics (6.4) , page 6-5 ■ VGA Monitor connector (6.5), page 6-6 Technical Reference Guide www.hp.com 6-1 6 Integrated Graphics Subsystem 6.1 Introduction This chapter describes...
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... Digital Display (ADD2) 6-2 APIC Mode 4-13 audible (beep) indications 4-23 audio codec 5-32 Audio Specifications 5-32 B BIOS upgrading 8-2 boot device order 8-3 Boot Error Codes 8-5 C CMOS 4-19 CMOS, clearing 4-19 Computer Setup (Utility)8-6 configuration memory 4-19 D Direct Memory Access (DMA) 4-16 Diskette Drive Connector 5-8 diskette drive interface 5-4 F G graphics subsystem 6-1 H HD Audio Controller 5-28 header...
... Digital Display (ADD2) 6-2 APIC Mode 4-13 audible (beep) indications 4-23 audio codec 5-32 Audio Specifications 5-32 B BIOS upgrading 8-2 boot device order 8-3 Boot Error Codes 8-5 C CMOS 4-19 CMOS, clearing 4-19 Computer Setup (Utility)8-6 configuration memory 4-19 D Direct Memory Access (DMA) 4-16 Diskette Drive Connector 5-8 diskette drive interface 5-4 F G graphics subsystem 6-1 H HD Audio Controller 5-28 header...
Hardware Reference Guide - dc7700 CMT
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...Keyboard ...5 Using the Windows Logo Key 6 Special Mouse Functions ...7 Serial Number Location ...7 2 Hardware Upgrades Serviceability Features ...9 Warnings and Cautions ...9 Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock ...10 Smart Cover FailSafe Key... ...14 Replacing the Front Bezel ...15 Removing Bezel Blanks ...16 Installing Additional Memory ...17 DIMMs ...17 DDR2-SDRAM DIMMs ...17 Populating DIMM Sockets 18 Installing ...Internal Drive Bay 33 Changing from a Minitower to a Desktop Configuration 36 Changing from a Desktop to a MinitowerConfiguration 38 Appendix A Specifications Appendix B...
...Keyboard ...5 Using the Windows Logo Key 6 Special Mouse Functions ...7 Serial Number Location ...7 2 Hardware Upgrades Serviceability Features ...9 Warnings and Cautions ...9 Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock ...10 Smart Cover FailSafe Key... ...14 Replacing the Front Bezel ...15 Removing Bezel Blanks ...16 Installing Additional Memory ...17 DIMMs ...17 DDR2-SDRAM DIMMs ...17 Populating DIMM Sockets 18 Installing ...Internal Drive Bay 33 Changing from a Minitower to a Desktop Configuration 36 Changing from a Desktop to a MinitowerConfiguration 38 Appendix A Specifications Appendix B...
Hardware Reference Guide - dc7700 CMT
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... There are four DIMM sockets on how the DIMMs are populated in one 256MB DIMM and the other channel 18 Chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades ENWW For optimal speed, the channels should be balanced so that the largest amount of the DIMMs in Channel B. For example,... if Channel A is populated with two 256MB DIMMs and Channel B is spread between the channels. Sockets XMM1 and XMM2 operate in memory channel B. Figure 2-7 DIMM Socket Locations Item Description 1 DIMM socket XMM1, Channel A 2 DIMM socket XMM2, Channel A 3 DIMM socket XMM3, Channel B ...
... There are four DIMM sockets on how the DIMMs are populated in one 256MB DIMM and the other channel 18 Chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades ENWW For optimal speed, the channels should be balanced so that the largest amount of the DIMMs in Channel B. For example,... if Channel A is populated with two 256MB DIMMs and Channel B is spread between the channels. Sockets XMM1 and XMM2 operate in memory channel B. Figure 2-7 DIMM Socket Locations Item Description 1 DIMM socket XMM1, Channel A 2 DIMM socket XMM2, Channel A 3 DIMM socket XMM3, Channel B ...
Hardware Reference Guide - dc7700 CMT
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... Doing so may cause irreparable damage to prevent corrosion and/or oxidation resulting from hot surfaces, allow the internal system components to the memory modules as long as single channel. ● In any mode, the maximum operational speed is always present on the system board. ...Disconnect the power cord from the computer. 3. When upgrading the memory, it is illuminated, the system still has power. Turn off any external devices. You must disconnect the power cord before proceeding. 6. ...
... Doing so may cause irreparable damage to prevent corrosion and/or oxidation resulting from hot surfaces, allow the internal system components to the memory modules as long as single channel. ● In any mode, the maximum operational speed is always present on the system board. ...Disconnect the power cord from the computer. 3. When upgrading the memory, it is illuminated, the system still has power. Turn off any external devices. You must disconnect the power cord before proceeding. 6. ...