End User License Agreement
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... distribute the Software PRODUCT ARE OFFERED ONLY Product. You do not have Software Product into Your Computer's AGREE TO ALL TERMS AND temporary memory (RAM) for CONDITIONS OF THIS EULA. d. Use. IF YOU DO NOT ACCEPT THESE LICENSE TERMS, YOUR SOLE REMEDY IS TO RETURN...or addendum to a separate license agreement between (a) you (either an individual or a single entity) and (b) Hewlett-Packard Company ("HP") that governs your HP product ("HP Product"), that it is used only for back-up copies of the Software Product, provided the copy contains all or any Software ...
... distribute the Software PRODUCT ARE OFFERED ONLY Product. You do not have Software Product into Your Computer's AGREE TO ALL TERMS AND temporary memory (RAM) for CONDITIONS OF THIS EULA. d. Use. IF YOU DO NOT ACCEPT THESE LICENSE TERMS, YOUR SOLE REMEDY IS TO RETURN...or addendum to a separate license agreement between (a) you (either an individual or a single entity) and (b) Hewlett-Packard Company ("HP") that governs your HP product ("HP Product"), that it is used only for back-up copies of the Software Product, provided the copy contains all or any Software ...
Safety and Regulatory Information Desktops, Thin Clients, and Personal Workstations
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... such as temperature and humidity. 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...
... such as temperature and humidity. 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 - dc7900 Series Convertible Minitower
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... Access Panel 11 Replacing the Computer Access Panel 12 Removing the Front Bezel ...13 Replacing the Front Bezel ...14 Removing Bezel Blanks ...15 Installing Additional Memory ...16 DIMMs ...16 DDR2-SDRAM DIMMs ...16 Populating DIMM Sockets 17 Installing DIMMs ...18 Removing or Installing an Expansion Card 20 Drive Positions ...25 Removing... 34 Installing a 3.5-inch SATA Hard Drive into an Internal Drive Bay 36 Removing and Replacing a Removable 3.5-inch SATA Hard Drive 38 Changing from a Minitower to a Desktop Configuration 43 ENWW v
... Access Panel 11 Replacing the Computer Access Panel 12 Removing the Front Bezel ...13 Replacing the Front Bezel ...14 Removing Bezel Blanks ...15 Installing Additional Memory ...16 DIMMs ...16 DDR2-SDRAM DIMMs ...16 Populating DIMM Sockets 17 Installing DIMMs ...18 Removing or Installing an Expansion Card 20 Drive Positions ...25 Removing... 34 Installing a 3.5-inch SATA Hard Drive into an Internal Drive Bay 36 Removing and Replacing a Removable 3.5-inch SATA Hard Drive 38 Changing from a Minitower to a Desktop Configuration 43 ENWW v
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... 2 ● MicroDrive 7 MS PRO/MS PRO DUO ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Select ● Memory Stick PRO ● MagicGate Memory Stick (MG) ● Memory Stick Duo (MS Duo) Duo (MS PRO Duo) ● Memory Stick PRO- ● MagicGate Memory ● Memory Stick PRO HG Duo Duo (MS PRO) ● Memory Stick Micro (M2) (adapter required) 8 1394 ●...
... 2 ● MicroDrive 7 MS PRO/MS PRO DUO ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Select ● Memory Stick PRO ● MagicGate Memory Stick (MG) ● Memory Stick Duo (MS Duo) Duo (MS PRO Duo) ● Memory Stick PRO- ● MagicGate Memory ● Memory Stick PRO HG Duo Duo (MS PRO) ● Memory Stick Micro (M2) (adapter required) 8 1394 ●...
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... ENWW DDR2-SDRAM DIMMs For proper system operation, the DDR2-SDRAM DIMMs must be populated with up to four industry-standard DIMMs. These memory sockets are populated with x4 SDRAM are not supported NOTE: The system will not operate properly if you can be : ● industry... information In addition, the computer supports: ● 512-Mbit and 1-Gbit non-ECC memory technologies ● single-sided and double-sided DIMMs ● DIMMs constructed with up to 16-GB of memory configured in a highperforming dual channel mode. DIMMs constructed with at least one preinstalled DIMM....
... ENWW DDR2-SDRAM DIMMs For proper system operation, the DDR2-SDRAM DIMMs must be populated with up to four industry-standard DIMMs. These memory sockets are populated with x4 SDRAM are not supported NOTE: The system will not operate properly if you can be : ● industry... information In addition, the computer supports: ● 512-Mbit and 1-Gbit non-ECC memory technologies ● single-sided and double-sided DIMMs ● DIMMs constructed with up to 16-GB of memory configured in a highperforming dual channel mode. DIMMs constructed with at least one preinstalled DIMM....
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...DIMM3, and DIMM4. For example, if Channel A is populated with two 512-MB DIMMs and Channel B is equal to the total memory capacity of memory assigned to the total memory capacity of the DIMMs in the black socket. The technology and device width can vary between the channels. Sockets DIMM1 and DIMM2... operate in memory channel B. The system will automatically operate in single channel mode, dual channel mode, or flex mode, depending on the system board, with one ...
...DIMM3, and DIMM4. For example, if Channel A is populated with two 512-MB DIMMs and Channel B is equal to the total memory capacity of memory assigned to the total memory capacity of the DIMMs in the black socket. The technology and device width can vary between the channels. Sockets DIMM1 and DIMM2... operate in memory channel B. The system will automatically operate in single channel mode, dual channel mode, or flex mode, depending on the system board, with one ...
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... optimal speed, the channels should be balanced so that you are discharged of static electricity by the slowest DIMM in the system. The memory module sockets have more information, refer to Appendix D, Electrostatic Discharge on state, voltage is always supplied to drain before adding or removing...of the computer or optional cards. Installing DIMMs CAUTION: You must disconnect the power cord and wait approximately 30 seconds for the power to the memory modules as long as dual channel and 512-MB will have gold-plated metal contacts. If one 1-GB DIMM, and three 512-MB DIMMs...
... optimal speed, the channels should be balanced so that you are discharged of static electricity by the slowest DIMM in the system. The memory module sockets have more information, refer to Appendix D, Electrostatic Discharge on state, voltage is always supplied to drain before adding or removing...of the computer or optional cards. Installing DIMMs CAUTION: You must disconnect the power cord and wait approximately 30 seconds for the power to the memory modules as long as dual channel and 512-MB will have gold-plated metal contacts. If one 1-GB DIMM, and three 512-MB DIMMs...
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... the notch on the module with the tab on the computer. 12. The computer should automatically recognize the additional memory the next time you turn on the memory socket. Make sure the latches are in only one way. Refer to install any security devices that were disengaged... when the computer access panel was removed. Open both latches of the memory module socket (1), and insert the memory module into the socket, ensuring that the memory capacity is fully inserted and properly seated. For maximum performance, populate the sockets so that the ...
... the notch on the module with the tab on the computer. 12. The computer should automatically recognize the additional memory the next time you turn on the memory socket. Make sure the latches are in only one way. Refer to install any security devices that were disengaged... when the computer access panel was removed. Open both latches of the memory module socket (1), and insert the memory module into the socket, ensuring that the memory capacity is fully inserted and properly seated. For maximum performance, populate the sockets so that the ...
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... B battery replacement 50 C changing computer configuration 43, 45 computer operating guidelines 58 connecting drive cables 31 D desktop conversion 43 DIMMs. See memory diskette drive installing 34 removing 26 drive connectors 33 drives connecting cables 31 installing 31 locations 25 removing 26 ...line-in connector 4 line-out connector 4 60 Index locks cable lock 53 HP Business PC Security Lock 55 padlock 54 Smart Cover Lock 9 M media card reader features 3 installing 34 removing 26 memory installing 16, 18 populating sockets 17 specifications 16 microphone connector 2 minitower conversion...
... B battery replacement 50 C changing computer configuration 43, 45 computer operating guidelines 58 connecting drive cables 31 D desktop conversion 43 DIMMs. See memory diskette drive installing 34 removing 26 drive connectors 33 drives connecting cables 31 installing 31 locations 25 removing 26 ...line-in connector 4 line-out connector 4 60 Index locks cable lock 53 HP Business PC Security Lock 55 padlock 54 Smart Cover Lock 9 M media card reader features 3 installing 34 removing 26 memory installing 16, 18 populating sockets 17 specifications 16 microphone connector 2 minitower conversion...
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... expansion slot cover 22 front bezel 13 media card reader 26 PCI card 22 PCI Express card 23 Smart Cover Lock 9 S security cable lock 53 HP Business PC Security Lock 55 padlock 54 Smart Cover Lock 9 serial connector 4 serial number location 7 shipping preparation 59 Smart Cover Lock 9 specifications computer 48...
... expansion slot cover 22 front bezel 13 media card reader 26 PCI card 22 PCI Express card 23 Smart Cover Lock 9 S security cable lock 53 HP Business PC Security Lock 55 padlock 54 Smart Cover Lock 9 serial connector 4 serial number location 7 shipping preparation 59 Smart Cover Lock 9 specifications computer 48...
Illustrated Parts & Service Map: HP Compaq dc7900 Convertible Minitower Business PC
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... with thermal grease, alcohol pad, and CPU socket cover 1 System board 462431-001 1 System board, excludes ES/CS 490629-001 Memory modules (PC2-6400, CL6) 2 512 MB 418952-001 2 1 GB 418951-001 2 2 GB 457624-001 2 4 GB 497735... one 483951-001 dual-link DVI connector, includes bracket * Quadro NVS295 256-MB PCIe graphics card 519298-001 * HP nVidia Quadro NVS 290 256-MB graphics card, includes bracket 456137-001 * Broadcom NetXtreme Gbit Ethernet Plus NIC 488293-...-AR1 382848-DH1 417562-111 316904-141 158593-035 dc7900 Illustrated Parts & Service Map, CMT Chassis 506593-002 page 2
... with thermal grease, alcohol pad, and CPU socket cover 1 System board 462431-001 1 System board, excludes ES/CS 490629-001 Memory modules (PC2-6400, CL6) 2 512 MB 418952-001 2 1 GB 418951-001 2 2 GB 457624-001 2 4 GB 497735... one 483951-001 dual-link DVI connector, includes bracket * Quadro NVS295 256-MB PCIe graphics card 519298-001 * HP nVidia Quadro NVS 290 256-MB graphics card, includes bracket 456137-001 * Broadcom NetXtreme Gbit Ethernet Plus NIC 488293-...-AR1 382848-DH1 417562-111 316904-141 158593-035 dc7900 Illustrated Parts & Service Map, CMT Chassis 506593-002 page 2
Illustrated Parts & Service Map: HP Compaq dc7900 Convertible Minitower Business PC
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...serial number • Processor type/speed/stepping • Asset tracking number • Cache size (L1/L2) • ME firmware version • Memory size/speed/channels • Management node • Integrated MAC Address About - Only displayed in the system ROM. Save to specify which VGA controller ...and set Device Available/Device Hidden for PCI 12 Mouse 13 Coprocessor 14 Primary ATA (IDE) Controller 15 Secondary ATA (IDE) Controller dc7900 Illustrated Parts & Service Map, CMT Chassis 506593-002 page 3 The Setup Utility is accessed by pressing the F10 key when prompted (...
...serial number • Processor type/speed/stepping • Asset tracking number • Cache size (L1/L2) • ME firmware version • Memory size/speed/channels • Management node • Integrated MAC Address About - Only displayed in the system ROM. Save to specify which VGA controller ...and set Device Available/Device Hidden for PCI 12 Mouse 13 Coprocessor 14 Primary ATA (IDE) Controller 15 Secondary ATA (IDE) Controller dc7900 Illustrated Parts & Service Map, CMT Chassis 506593-002 page 3 The Setup Utility is accessed by pressing the F10 key when prompted (...
Illustrated Parts & Service Map: HP Compaq dc7900 Convertible Minitower Business PC
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... graphics card. 2. Ensure SATA connectors are in Windows, click Start > Shut Down > Restart. HP Insight Diagnostics provides detailed system information including: • Processor type and speed • Memory amount, mapping, and integrity • Hardware peripheral availability/settings • Hard drive type, space ...go to Windows Vista. System does not power on and System unable to locate a valid BIOS image on or restart the computer. dc7900 Illustrated Parts & Service Map, CMT Chassis 506593-002 page 4 Your system ROM includes a Failsafe Boot Block that shipped with -...
... graphics card. 2. Ensure SATA connectors are in Windows, click Start > Shut Down > Restart. HP Insight Diagnostics provides detailed system information including: • Processor type and speed • Memory amount, mapping, and integrity • Hardware peripheral availability/settings • Hard drive type, space ...go to Windows Vista. System does not power on and System unable to locate a valid BIOS image on or restart the computer. dc7900 Illustrated Parts & Service Map, CMT Chassis 506593-002 page 4 Your system ROM includes a Failsafe Boot Block that shipped with -...
Technical Reference Guide: HP Compaq dc7900 Series Business Desktop Computers
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... Number 1-3 1.5 Notational Conventions 1-3 1.5.1 Special Notices 1-3 1.5.2 Values 1-3 1.5.2 Ranges 1-3 1.6 Common Acronyms and Abbreviations 1-4 2 System Overview 2.1 Introduction 2-1 2.2 Features 2-2 2.3 System Architecture 2-4 2.3.1 Intel Processor Support 2-6 2.3.2 Chipset 2-7 2.3.3 Support Components 2-8 2.3.4 System Memory 2-8 2.3.5 Mass Storage 2-9 2.3.6 Serial Interface 2-9 2.3.7 Universal Serial Bus Interface 2-9 2.3.8 Network Interface Controller 2-9 2.3.9 Graphics Subsystem 2-10 2.3.10 Audio Subsystem 2-10 2.4 Specifications 2-11 Technical Reference Guide www...
... Number 1-3 1.5 Notational Conventions 1-3 1.5.1 Special Notices 1-3 1.5.2 Values 1-3 1.5.2 Ranges 1-3 1.6 Common Acronyms and Abbreviations 1-4 2 System Overview 2.1 Introduction 2-1 2.2 Features 2-2 2.3 System Architecture 2-4 2.3.1 Intel Processor Support 2-6 2.3.2 Chipset 2-7 2.3.3 Support Components 2-8 2.3.4 System Memory 2-8 2.3.5 Mass Storage 2-9 2.3.6 Serial Interface 2-9 2.3.7 Universal Serial Bus Interface 2-9 2.3.8 Network Interface Controller 2-9 2.3.9 Graphics Subsystem 2-10 2.3.10 Audio Subsystem 2-10 2.4 Specifications 2-11 Technical Reference Guide www...
Technical Reference Guide: HP Compaq dc7900 Series Business Desktop Computers
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...4.2.3 Option ROM Mapping 4-4 4.2.4 PCI Interrupts 4-4 4.2.5 PCI Power Management Support 4-4 4.2.6 PCI Connectors 4-5 4.3 System Resources 4-7 4.3.1 Interrupts 4-7 4.3.2 Direct Memory Access 4-8 4.4 Real-Time Clock and Configuration Memory 4-9 4.4.1 Clearing CMOS 4-9 4.4.2 Standard CMOS Locations 4-10 4.5 System Management 4-10 4.5.1 Security Functions 4-10 4.5.2 Power Management 4-12 4.5.3 System Status 4-12... 5-7 5.5.4 Parallel Interface Connector 5-8 5.6 Keyboard/Pointing Device Interface 5-9 5.6.1 Keyboard Interface Operation 5-9 iv www.hp.com Technical Reference Guide
...4.2.3 Option ROM Mapping 4-4 4.2.4 PCI Interrupts 4-4 4.2.5 PCI Power Management Support 4-4 4.2.6 PCI Connectors 4-5 4.3 System Resources 4-7 4.3.1 Interrupts 4-7 4.3.2 Direct Memory Access 4-8 4.4 Real-Time Clock and Configuration Memory 4-9 4.4.1 Clearing CMOS 4-9 4.4.2 Standard CMOS Locations 4-10 4.5 System Management 4-10 4.5.1 Security Functions 4-10 4.5.2 Power Management 4-12 4.5.3 System Status 4-12... 5-7 5.5.4 Parallel Interface Connector 5-8 5.6 Keyboard/Pointing Device Interface 5-9 5.6.1 Keyboard Interface Operation 5-9 iv www.hp.com Technical Reference Guide
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Contents 8 SYSTEM BIOS 8.1 Introduction 8-1 8.2 ROM Flashing 8-2 8.2.1 Upgrading 8-2 8.2.2 Changeable Splash Screen 8-2 8.3 Boot Functions 8-3 8.3.1 Boot Device Order 8-3 8.3.2 Network Boot (F12) Support 8-3 8.3.3 Memory Detection and Configuration 8-3 8.3.4 Boot Error Codes 8-4 8.4 Client Management Functions 8-5 8.4.1 System ID and ROM Type 8-6 8.4.2 Temperature Status 8-6 8.5 SMBIOS support 8-7 8.6 USB Legacy Support 8-8 8.7 Management Engine Functions 8-8 A Error Messages and Codes Index vi www.hp.com Technical Reference Guide
Contents 8 SYSTEM BIOS 8.1 Introduction 8-1 8.2 ROM Flashing 8-2 8.2.1 Upgrading 8-2 8.2.2 Changeable Splash Screen 8-2 8.3 Boot Functions 8-3 8.3.1 Boot Device Order 8-3 8.3.2 Network Boot (F12) Support 8-3 8.3.3 Memory Detection and Configuration 8-3 8.3.4 Boot Error Codes 8-4 8.4 Client Management Functions 8-5 8.4.1 System ID and ROM Type 8-6 8.4.2 Temperature Status 8-6 8.5 SMBIOS support 8-7 8.6 USB Legacy Support 8-8 8.7 Management Engine Functions 8-8 A Error Messages and Codes Index vi www.hp.com Technical Reference Guide
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... and Power Interface A/D analog-to-digital ADC Analog-to order CAS column address strobe CD compact disk CD-ROM compact disk read-only memory Technical Reference Guide www.hp.com 1-3 attention (modem commands) 2. 286-based PC architecture ATA AT attachment (IDE protocol) ATAPI ATA w/packet interface extensions AVI audio-video interleaved AVGA...
... and Power Interface A/D analog-to-digital ADC Analog-to order CAS column address strobe CD compact disk CD-ROM compact disk read-only memory Technical Reference Guide www.hp.com 1-3 attention (modem commands) 2. 286-based PC architecture ATA AT attachment (IDE protocol) ATAPI ATA w/packet interface extensions AVI audio-video interleaved AVGA...
Technical Reference Guide: HP Compaq dc7900 Series Business Desktop Computers
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... graphics adapter Channel, chapter centimeter cache/memory controller complimentary metal-oxide semiconductor (configuration memory) controller control 1. Compaq server management digital-to-analog converter direct current DOS compatibility hole Display Data Channel Double data rate (memory) dual inline memory module Deutche IndustriNorm (connector type) dual inline package direct memory access Desktop management interface dots per inch dynamic random...
... graphics adapter Channel, chapter centimeter cache/memory controller complimentary metal-oxide semiconductor (configuration memory) controller control 1. Compaq server management digital-to-analog converter direct current DOS compatibility hole Display Data Channel Double data rate (memory) dual inline memory module Deutche IndustriNorm (connector type) dual inline package direct memory access Desktop management interface dots per inch dynamic random...
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.../first out flag (register) frequency modulation fast page mode (RAM type) Floating point unit (numeric or math coprocessor) Frames per second Foot/feet gigabyte Graphics/memory controller hub ground general purpose I/O general purpose open-collector Graphics address re-mapping table graphic user interface hexadecimal hard disk drive hardware hexadecimal Hertz (cycles...) I/O controller hub integrated drive element Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers interrupt flag interface integrated graphics controller inch interrupt input/output initial program loader www.hp.com Introduction 1-5
.../first out flag (register) frequency modulation fast page mode (RAM type) Floating point unit (numeric or math coprocessor) Frames per second Foot/feet gigabyte Graphics/memory controller hub ground general purpose I/O general purpose open-collector Graphics address re-mapping table graphic user interface hexadecimal hard disk drive hardware hexadecimal Hertz (cycles...) I/O controller hub integrated drive element Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers interrupt flag interface integrated graphics controller inch interrupt input/output initial program loader www.hp.com Introduction 1-5
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... area network liquid crystal display light-emitting diode Low pin count large scale integration least significant bit/least significant byte logical unit (SCSI) Meter Memory controller hub multimedia extensions Motion Picture Experts Group millisecond most significant bit/most significant byte multiplex motion video acceleration motion video window variable parameter/value.../controller nickel-metal hydride non-maskable interrupt Non-return-to-zero inverted nanosecond nested task flag National Television Standards Committee non-volatile random access memory www.hp.com Technical Reference Guide
... area network liquid crystal display light-emitting diode Low pin count large scale integration least significant bit/least significant byte logical unit (SCSI) Meter Memory controller hub multimedia extensions Motion Picture Experts Group millisecond most significant bit/most significant byte multiplex motion video acceleration motion video window variable parameter/value.../controller nickel-metal hydride non-maskable interrupt Non-return-to-zero inverted nanosecond nested task flag National Television Standards Committee non-volatile random access memory www.hp.com Technical Reference Guide