End User License Agreement
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An amendment or addendum to this EULA may load the Software ON THE CONDITION THAT YOU Product into the local memory or storage device of the HP Product. You may accompany the HP Product. Storage. You may include associated media, printed materials and "online" or... that is used only for back-up purposes. DOWNLOADING, OR b. You do not have Software Product into Your Computer's AGREE TO ALL TERMS AND temporary memory (RAM) for CONDITIONS OF THIS EULA. END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT: This End-User license Agreement ("EULA") is a...
An amendment or addendum to this EULA may load the Software ON THE CONDITION THAT YOU Product into the local memory or storage device of the HP Product. You may accompany the HP Product. Storage. You may include associated media, printed materials and "online" or... that is used only for back-up purposes. DOWNLOADING, OR b. You do not have Software Product into Your Computer's AGREE TO ALL TERMS AND temporary memory (RAM) for CONDITIONS OF THIS EULA. END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT: This End-User license Agreement ("EULA") is a...
Safety and Regulatory Information Desktops, Thin Clients, and Personal Workstations
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... in electrical and electronic equipment". Table 2-2 Toxic and Hazardous Substances and Elements (continued) Part Name Lead (Pb) Mercury (Hg) Cadmium (Cd) Hexavalent Chromium (Cr(VI)) Memory X O O O I/O PCAs X O O O Power supply X O O O Keyboard X O O O Mouse X O O O Chassis/Other X O O O Fans X O O O Internal/External Media Reading X O O O Devices External Control Devices X O O O Cable X O O O Hard Disk Drive X O O O Display X X O O Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) Polybrominated...
... in electrical and electronic equipment". Table 2-2 Toxic and Hazardous Substances and Elements (continued) Part Name Lead (Pb) Mercury (Hg) Cadmium (Cd) Hexavalent Chromium (Cr(VI)) Memory X O O O I/O PCAs X O O O Power supply X O O O Keyboard X O O O Mouse X O O O Chassis/Other X O O O Fans X O O O Internal/External Media Reading X O O O Devices External Control Devices X O O O Cable X O O O Hard Disk Drive X O O O Display X X O O Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) Polybrominated...
Hardware Reference Guide
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Contents 1 Hardware Upgrades Serviceability Features 1-1 Warnings and Cautions 1-2 Removing the Access Panel and the Front Bezel 1-2 Removing a 5.25" Drive Bezel Blank 1-5 Installing Additional Memory 1-6 DIMMs 1-6 DDR2-SDRAM DIMMs 1-6 Populating DIMM Sockets 1-7 Installing DIMMs 1-8 Installing an Expansion Card 1-10 Replacing or Upgrading a Drive 1-12 Locating Drive Positions 1-13 Removing a 5.25" ...
Contents 1 Hardware Upgrades Serviceability Features 1-1 Warnings and Cautions 1-2 Removing the Access Panel and the Front Bezel 1-2 Removing a 5.25" Drive Bezel Blank 1-5 Installing Additional Memory 1-6 DIMMs 1-6 DDR2-SDRAM DIMMs 1-6 Populating DIMM Sockets 1-7 Installing DIMMs 1-8 Installing an Expansion Card 1-10 Replacing or Upgrading a Drive 1-12 Locating Drive Positions 1-13 Removing a 5.25" ...
Hardware Reference Guide
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... 4 (CL = 4) for PC2 4200 533 MHz ■ contain the mandatory JEDEC SPD information In addition, the computer supports: ■ 256Mbit, 512Mbit, and 1Gbit non-ECC memory technologies ■ single-sided and double-sided DIMMS ■ DIMMs constructed with x4 SDRAM are populated with double data rate 2 synchronous dynamic random access... on the system board can populate the system board with up to four industry-standard DIMMs. These memory sockets are not supported ✎ The system will not start if you can be : ■ industry-standard 240-pin ■ unbuffered PC2 4200 533 MHz-...
... 4 (CL = 4) for PC2 4200 533 MHz ■ contain the mandatory JEDEC SPD information In addition, the computer supports: ■ 256Mbit, 512Mbit, and 1Gbit non-ECC memory technologies ■ single-sided and double-sided DIMMS ■ DIMMs constructed with x4 SDRAM are populated with double data rate 2 synchronous dynamic random access... on the system board can populate the system board with up to four industry-standard DIMMs. These memory sockets are not supported ✎ The system will not start if you can be : ■ industry-standard 240-pin ■ unbuffered PC2 4200 533 MHz-...
Hardware Reference Guide
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... of the DIMMs in Channel B. ■ The system will operate in a higher-performing dual channel Interleaved mode if the total memory capacity of the DIMMs in Channel A is determined by the slowest DIMM in the system. Description DIMM socket XMM1, Channel A DIMM socket XMM2, Channel A DIMM ... system board, with one channel only. ■ The system will operate in dual channel Asymmetric mode if the total memory capacity of the DIMMs in Channel A is not equal to the total memory capacity of the DIMMs in Channel B. The technology and device width can vary between the channels. For example, if...
... of the DIMMs in Channel B. ■ The system will operate in a higher-performing dual channel Interleaved mode if the total memory capacity of the DIMMs in Channel A is determined by the slowest DIMM in the system. Description DIMM socket XMM1, Channel A DIMM socket XMM2, Channel A DIMM ... system board, with one channel only. ■ The system will operate in dual channel Asymmetric mode if the total memory capacity of the DIMMs in Channel A is not equal to the total memory capacity of the DIMMs in Channel B. The technology and device width can vary between the channels. For example, if...
Hardware Reference Guide
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... each other. Ä CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic components of static electricity by briefly touching a grounded metal object. Locate the memory module sockets on the system board. Å WARNING: To reduce risk of the contacts. Before beginning these procedures, ensure that you are discharged... of the computer or optional cards. Doing so may damage the module. 1. When upgrading the memory, it is important to use memory modules with gold metal contacts to cool before touching. 1-8 www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide
... each other. Ä CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic components of static electricity by briefly touching a grounded metal object. Locate the memory module sockets on the system board. Å WARNING: To reduce risk of the contacts. Before beginning these procedures, ensure that you are discharged... of the computer or optional cards. Doing so may damage the module. 1. When upgrading the memory, it is important to use memory modules with gold metal contacts to cool before touching. 1-8 www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide
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... on the computer. Hardware Upgrades 5. Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 1-9 Repeat steps 5 and 6 to the memory capacity of the memory module socket 1, and insert the memory module into the XMM3 or XMM4 socket. 6. Make sure the latches are in only one preinstalled DIMM in socket ..., it is recommended that you install a DIMM of Channel A is fully inserted and properly seated. For example, if you turn on the memory socket. ✎ For maximum performance, populate the sockets so that the module is equal to install any additional modules. 8. The computer should ...
... on the computer. Hardware Upgrades 5. Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 1-9 Repeat steps 5 and 6 to the memory capacity of the memory module socket 1, and insert the memory module into the XMM3 or XMM4 socket. 6. Make sure the latches are in only one preinstalled DIMM in socket ..., it is recommended that you install a DIMM of Channel A is fully inserted and properly seated. For example, if you turn on the memory socket. ✎ For maximum performance, populate the sockets so that the module is equal to install any additional modules. 8. The computer should ...
HP Compaq dx2100 MT Business PC Service Reference Guide (1st Edition)
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... Drive 6-13 6.8.4 Removing a 3.5" Diskette Drive 6-14 iv 404569-001 Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT Contents 4.5.1 PATA Device Classes 4-4 4.6 SATA SMART Drives 4-4 4.7 Drive Capacities 4-4 4.8 SATA BIOS 4-5 4.8.1 Legacy Mode 4-5 4.8.2 Native Mode 4-6 5 Identifying the Chassis, Routine Care, and Disassembly Preparation 5.1 Chassis Designations 5-1 5.1.1 Microtower (MT 5-1 5.2 Electrostatic Discharge Information 5-2 5.2.1 Generating Static 5-2 5.2.2 Preventing Electrostatic Damage to Equipment 5-2 5.2.3 Personal...
... Drive 6-13 6.8.4 Removing a 3.5" Diskette Drive 6-14 iv 404569-001 Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT Contents 4.5.1 PATA Device Classes 4-4 4.6 SATA SMART Drives 4-4 4.7 Drive Capacities 4-4 4.8 SATA BIOS 4-5 4.8.1 Legacy Mode 4-5 4.8.2 Native Mode 4-6 5 Identifying the Chassis, Routine Care, and Disassembly Preparation 5.1 Chassis Designations 5-1 5.1.1 Microtower (MT 5-1 5.2 Electrostatic Discharge Information 5-2 5.2.1 Generating Static 5-2 5.2.2 Preventing Electrostatic Damage to Equipment 5-2 5.2.3 Personal...
HP Compaq dx2100 MT Business PC Service Reference Guide (1st Edition)
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... be necessary when you add or remove hardware. ■ Determine if all of diagnostic tests that the computer system is functioning properly: ■ Keyboard ■ Memory modules ■ Diskette drives ■ All IDE (ATA) and SCSI mass storage devices ■ Processors ■ Controllers ✎ If the Supervisor Password is set or... on the computer are recognized by the system and functioning properly. ■ Determine information about the computer system when contacting Customer Support. Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT 404569-001 2-1
... be necessary when you add or remove hardware. ■ Determine if all of diagnostic tests that the computer system is functioning properly: ■ Keyboard ■ Memory modules ■ Diskette drives ■ All IDE (ATA) and SCSI mass storage devices ■ Processors ■ Controllers ✎ If the Supervisor Password is set or... on the computer are recognized by the system and functioning properly. ■ Determine information about the computer system when contacting Customer Support. Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT 404569-001 2-1
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...9632; Set, view, change, or verify the system configuration including settings for processor, graphics, memory, audio, storage, communications, and input devices. ■ Modify the boot order of bootable ...Features, Advanced Chipset Features, Integrated Peripherals, Power Management Setup, PnP/PCI Configurations, PC Health Status, Load Optimized Defaults, Set Supervisor Password, Set User Password, Save and ...Exit Setup, and Exit Without Saving. 2-2 404569-001 Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT To access the Computer Setup Utilities menu, complete the following steps: 1. Turn on...
...9632; Set, view, change, or verify the system configuration including settings for processor, graphics, memory, audio, storage, communications, and input devices. ■ Modify the boot order of bootable ...Features, Advanced Chipset Features, Integrated Peripherals, Power Management Setup, PnP/PCI Configurations, PC Health Status, Load Optimized Defaults, Set Supervisor Password, Set User Password, Save and ...Exit Setup, and Exit Without Saving. 2-2 404569-001 Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT To access the Computer Setup Utilities menu, complete the following steps: 1. Turn on...
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... • Auto • view • Firmware version • Capacity • Cylinder • Head • Precomp • Landing Zone • Sector 2-4 404569-001 Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT Setup Utilities and Diagnostics Features 2.2.2 Computer Setup Menu . Heading System Information Standard CMOS Features Option None Date (mm/dd/yy) Description Lists product name...
... • Auto • view • Firmware version • Capacity • Cylinder • Head • Precomp • Landing Zone • Sector 2-4 404569-001 Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT Setup Utilities and Diagnostics Features 2.2.2 Computer Setup Menu . Heading System Information Standard CMOS Features Option None Date (mm/dd/yy) Description Lists product name...
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...• 1.4 Allows you to set the default NumLock status to : • PCI Slot • Onboard 2-8 404569-001 Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT Disables/enables BIOS upgrading. Disables/enables hyper-threading (only available for DRAM > 64MB BIOS Write Protection PCI Express Root Port Func On-Chip ...Frame Buffer Size (VGA Setting) DVMT Mode (VGA Setting) DVMT/FIXED Memory Size (VGA Setting) Init Display First (VGA Setting) Description Disables/enables S.M.A.R.T. Allows you to set initial PCI clock detection to off...
...• 1.4 Allows you to set the default NumLock status to : • PCI Slot • Onboard 2-8 404569-001 Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT Disables/enables BIOS upgrading. Disables/enables hyper-threading (only available for DRAM > 64MB BIOS Write Protection PCI Express Root Port Func On-Chip ...Frame Buffer Size (VGA Setting) DVMT Mode (VGA Setting) DVMT/FIXED Memory Size (VGA Setting) Init Display First (VGA Setting) Description Disables/enables S.M.A.R.T. Allows you to set initial PCI clock detection to off...
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...: • Last State • On • Off Allows you to use. Allows you cannot select IRQ, DMA and memory base address fields since BIOS automatically assigns them. 2-10 404569-001 Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT Select Enabled to reset Extended System Configuration Data (ESCD) when you exit Setup, if you have installed...
...: • Last State • On • Off Allows you to use. Allows you cannot select IRQ, DMA and memory base address fields since BIOS automatically assigns them. 2-10 404569-001 Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT Select Enabled to reset Extended System Configuration Data (ESCD) when you exit Setup, if you have installed...
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... software applications after it enters Boot Block recovery mode, complete the following steps: Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT 404569-001 3-1 Should you need or want to upgrade the BIOS, you select the best deployment...system software image. 3 Desktop Management ✎ Support for specific features described in a programmable flash ROM (read only memory). This is ready to establish a supervisor password. After a brief software "unbundling" process, the computer is important to... the preinstalled software image. The Restore Plus! The PC Deployment section of the computer.
... software applications after it enters Boot Block recovery mode, complete the following steps: Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT 404569-001 3-1 Should you need or want to upgrade the BIOS, you select the best deployment...system software image. 3 Desktop Management ✎ Support for specific features described in a programmable flash ROM (read only memory). This is ready to establish a supervisor password. After a brief software "unbundling" process, the computer is important to... the preinstalled software image. The Restore Plus! The PC Deployment section of the computer.
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Microtower (MT) Chassis 6.5 Memory For more information. Ä CAUTION: When handling a memory module, be careful not to work on the memory in this series of the sockets. ✎ A memory module can be installed in contact with gold metal contacts to prevent corrosion and/or oxidation..."). 2. Lay the computer down on the memory socket. Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT 404569-001 6-5 Doing so may damage the module. 1. When upgrading the memory, it easier to touch any of the memory module socket 1, and insert the memory module into the socket nearest the preinstalled module...
Microtower (MT) Chassis 6.5 Memory For more information. Ä CAUTION: When handling a memory module, be careful not to work on the memory in this series of the sockets. ✎ A memory module can be installed in contact with gold metal contacts to prevent corrosion and/or oxidation..."). 2. Lay the computer down on the memory socket. Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT 404569-001 6-5 Doing so may damage the module. 1. When upgrading the memory, it easier to touch any of the memory module socket 1, and insert the memory module into the socket nearest the preinstalled module...
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... heat sources like the heatsink. ■ Do not jam cables on top of expansion cards or memory modules.Printed circuit cards like the drive cage, power supply, or computer cover to lay properly by... bend a SATA data cable tighter than a 30 mm (1.18 in a failed power supply. Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT 404569-001 6-9 Squeeze on these steps: 1. NEVER pull on components like these are not designed to take ... data cable. ■ Do not rely on the cable. Microtower (MT) Chassis 6.7 Cable Management Always follow these cables. ■ Do not bend any cable sharply.
... heat sources like the heatsink. ■ Do not jam cables on top of expansion cards or memory modules.Printed circuit cards like the drive cage, power supply, or computer cover to lay properly by... bend a SATA data cable tighter than a 30 mm (1.18 in a failed power supply. Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT 404569-001 6-9 Squeeze on these steps: 1. NEVER pull on components like these are not designed to take ... data cable. ■ Do not rely on the cable. Microtower (MT) Chassis 6.7 Cable Management Always follow these cables. ■ Do not bend any cable sharply.
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... already applied. Remove the access panel (Section 6.2, "Access Panel"). 3. Position the heatsink so that secure the heatsink to the memory module. Check to ensure that its side to keep from the system board to make sure that the heatsink mounting lugs do not...be tightened in an X) to evenly seat the heatsink to them may require replacing the system board. 6-18 404569-001 Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT Microtower (MT) Chassis 6.12 Heatsink 1. New heatsinks come from the system board. 6. Removal and Replacement Procedures- Prepare the computer for disassembly (...
... already applied. Remove the access panel (Section 6.2, "Access Panel"). 3. Position the heatsink so that secure the heatsink to the memory module. Check to ensure that its side to keep from the system board to make sure that the heatsink mounting lugs do not...be tightened in an X) to evenly seat the heatsink to them may require replacing the system board. 6-18 404569-001 Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT Microtower (MT) Chassis 6.12 Heatsink 1. New heatsinks come from the system board. 6. Removal and Replacement Procedures- Prepare the computer for disassembly (...
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... data cable. Replace the system board. Perform one step at a time and continue only if the action does not cure the problem. Recommended Action Reseat memory modules. Reseat the device data and power cables. Replace the device. Replace the device. This message is turned on, checking assemblies within the computer and... Power-On Self-Test (POST) encounters a problem. Insert BOOT Diskette In A: BIOS could not configure drive A: during POST. Parity Error Boot Failure... Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT 404569-001 C-1
... data cable. Replace the system board. Perform one step at a time and continue only if the action does not cure the problem. Recommended Action Reseat memory modules. Reseat the device data and power cables. Replace the device. Replace the device. This message is turned on, checking assemblies within the computer and... Power-On Self-Test (POST) encounters a problem. Insert BOOT Diskette In A: BIOS could not configure drive A: during POST. Parity Error Boot Failure... Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT 404569-001 C-1
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... the ROM BIOS. Replace system board. Ensure that none of the keys are depressed. Replace keyboard. C-4 404569-001 Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT Check Computer Setup (F10 Setup) for presence of the memory error. Ensure that none of the keys are depressed. Run Computer Setup (F10 Setup) or Windows utilities. Verify proper...
... the ROM BIOS. Replace system board. Ensure that none of the keys are depressed. Replace keyboard. C-4 404569-001 Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT Check Computer Setup (F10 Setup) for presence of the memory error. Ensure that none of the keys are depressed. Run Computer Setup (F10 Setup) or Windows utilities. Verify proper...
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... reseller or service provider. Replace the system board. Computer in and seated properly, but is not properly attached to the processor. Pre-video memory error. Recommended Action None None required. Open hood, press power button, and see if the processor fan spins. If fan is plugged in...Possible Cause Computer on and burns for 3 seconds. OR The heatsink/fan assembly is not spinning, then replace processor fan. C-6 404569-001 Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT Replace third-party memory with HP memory. LEDs continue until problem is off for 3 seconds then is solved.
... reseller or service provider. Replace the system board. Computer in and seated properly, but is not properly attached to the processor. Pre-video memory error. Recommended Action None None required. Open hood, press power button, and see if the processor fan spins. If fan is plugged in...Possible Cause Computer on and burns for 3 seconds. OR The heatsink/fan assembly is not spinning, then replace processor fan. C-6 404569-001 Service Reference Guide, dx2100 MT Replace third-party memory with HP memory. LEDs continue until problem is off for 3 seconds then is solved.