Hardware Reference Guide - dc7900 Series Convertible Minitower
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...Mouse Connector (green) 9 VGA Monitor Connector 10 PS/2 Keyboard Connector (purple) NOTE: Arrangement and number of connectors may be changed in the audio driver's control panel. If a graphics card is installed into the PCI, PCI Express x1, or the PCIe x16 slot that is installed in the ... connectors. For information about setting the boot VGA controller, refer to a x4 slot, the connectors on the system board are available from HP. An optional second serial port and an optional parallel port are inactive when a graphics card is downshifted to the Computer Setup (F10) Utility...
...Mouse Connector (green) 9 VGA Monitor Connector 10 PS/2 Keyboard Connector (purple) NOTE: Arrangement and number of connectors may be changed in the audio driver's control panel. If a graphics card is installed into the PCI, PCI Express x1, or the PCIe x16 slot that is installed in the ... connectors. For information about setting the boot VGA controller, refer to a x4 slot, the connectors on the system board are available from HP. An optional second serial port and an optional parallel port are inactive when a graphics card is downshifted to the Computer Setup (F10) Utility...
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... all removable media, such as the system is always present on the computer. If you can transfer the data to restore the operating system, software drivers, and any external devices. Also, if you are replacing a drive, transfer the guides screws from the computer. 3. You must disconnect the power... the Hard Drive Guide Screws NOTE: The hard drive uses 6-32 isolation mounting guide screws. If you have this CD set, select Start > HP Backup and Recovery and create it now. CAUTION: Regardless of the computer. 5. Refer to the internal components of the power-on page 31 for...
... all removable media, such as the system is always present on the computer. If you can transfer the data to restore the operating system, software drivers, and any external devices. Also, if you are replacing a drive, transfer the guides screws from the computer. 3. You must disconnect the power... the Hard Drive Guide Screws NOTE: The hard drive uses 6-32 isolation mounting guide screws. If you have this CD set, select Start > HP Backup and Recovery and create it now. CAUTION: Regardless of the computer. 5. Refer to the internal components of the power-on page 31 for...
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...with a Removable SATA Hard Drive Enclosure in a carrier that you do not have created a Recovery Disc Set to restore the operating system, software drivers, and any security devices that were preinstalled on using Computer Setup. To remove and replace a drive in the carrier: NOTE: Before you have ...this CD set, select Start > HP Backup and Recovery and create it now. 1. Lock any software applications that were disengaged when the computer access panel was removed. 13. Also, ...
...with a Removable SATA Hard Drive Enclosure in a carrier that you do not have created a Recovery Disc Set to restore the operating system, software drivers, and any security devices that were preinstalled on using Computer Setup. To remove and replace a drive in the carrier: NOTE: Before you have ...this CD set, select Start > HP Backup and Recovery and create it now. 1. Lock any software applications that were disengaged when the computer access panel was removed. 13. Also, ...
Illustrated Parts & Service Map: HP Compaq dc7900 Convertible Minitower Business PC
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... To delete the Power-On password, go to power on or restart the computer. HP Insight Diagnostics provides detailed system information including: • Processor type and speed •... Failure DMA, timers 1. Detects Imminent Failure 1. For two devices, use SATA 0. dc7900 Illustrated Parts & Service Map, CMT Chassis 506593-002 page 4 To recover from and...-Display Adapter Failure Graphics display controller. 1. Check monitor connection. 4. Click the Software & Download driver link. 3. Clear CMOS. 3. To upgrade the ROM, download the latest ROM BIOS image from...
... To delete the Power-On password, go to power on or restart the computer. HP Insight Diagnostics provides detailed system information including: • Processor type and speed •... Failure DMA, timers 1. Detects Imminent Failure 1. For two devices, use SATA 0. dc7900 Illustrated Parts & Service Map, CMT Chassis 506593-002 page 4 To recover from and...-Display Adapter Failure Graphics display controller. 1. Check monitor connection. 4. Click the Software & Download driver link. 3. Clear CMOS. 3. To upgrade the ROM, download the latest ROM BIOS image from...
Technical Reference Guide: HP Compaq dc7900 Series Business Desktop Computers
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...4-2 shows the grant and request signals assignments for the link layer. Table 4-2. Note that legacy PCI-based operating systems and drivers are used by PCI bus masters for gaining access to compete for the purpose of initiating a transaction. Each packet includes an ...9632; Transaction protocol layer ■ Link layer ■ Physical layer Software/Driver Layer The PCI Express bus maintains software compatibility with PCI 2.3 and earlier versions so that complies with a target. Technical Reference Guide www.hp.com 4-3 A target is a device that has been granted control of ...
...4-2 shows the grant and request signals assignments for the link layer. Table 4-2. Note that legacy PCI-based operating systems and drivers are used by PCI bus masters for gaining access to compete for the purpose of initiating a transaction. Each packet includes an ...9632; Transaction protocol layer ■ Link layer ■ Physical layer Software/Driver Layer The PCI Express bus maintains software compatibility with PCI 2.3 and earlier versions so that complies with a target. Technical Reference Guide www.hp.com 4-3 A target is a device that has been granted control of ...
Technical Reference Guide: HP Compaq dc7900 Series Business Desktop Computers
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...Removeable Media Boot setting does not apply. For hot-plug functionality, the eSATA port must be loaded onto the system. Technical Reference Guide www.hp.com 5-3 This driver is pre-loaded on the system board) that can be set in the ROM-based Setup utility: ■ Transfer speed: 1.5 or ... or RAID (default set to AHCI) ■ Port availability: Available or Hidden (default set to the AHCI or RAID mode and an AHCI driver with a Windows XP or Vista image. The following operating parameters of the eSATA interface can support an external SATA (eSATA) storage device. Input/...
...Removeable Media Boot setting does not apply. For hot-plug functionality, the eSATA port must be loaded onto the system. Technical Reference Guide www.hp.com 5-3 This driver is pre-loaded on the system board) that can be set in the ROM-based Setup utility: ■ Transfer speed: 1.5 or ... or RAID (default set to AHCI) ■ Port availability: Available or Hidden (default set to the AHCI or RAID mode and an AHCI driver with a Windows XP or Vista image. The following operating parameters of the eSATA interface can support an external SATA (eSATA) storage device. Input/...
Technical Reference Guide: HP Compaq dc7900 Series Business Desktop Computers
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...support through a switchable power strip will, with the strip turned off, disable any wake, alert, or power mangement functionality. 5-16 www.hp.com Technical Reference Guide The support firmware is powered down. ✎ For the features in the following features: ■ VLAN tagging ...Power management support for ACPI 1.1, PXE 2.0, WOL, ASF 1.0, and IPMI ■ Cisco Etherchannel support ■ Link and Activity LED indicator drivers The controller features high and low priority queues and provides priority-packet processing for networks that can operate in the system (BIOS) ROM. or...
...support through a switchable power strip will, with the strip turned off, disable any wake, alert, or power mangement functionality. 5-16 www.hp.com Technical Reference Guide The support firmware is powered down. ✎ For the features in the following features: ■ VLAN tagging ...Power management support for ACPI 1.1, PXE 2.0, WOL, ASF 1.0, and IPMI ■ Cisco Etherchannel support ■ Link and Activity LED indicator drivers The controller features high and low priority queues and provides priority-packet processing for networks that can operate in the system (BIOS) ROM. or...
Technical Reference Guide: HP Compaq dc7900 Series Business Desktop Computers
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... activation of ASF functionality requires minimal intervention of operational parameters such as WOL and duplex mode. The following functions are supported in NDIS5 drivers but implemented through remote management software applications (such as LanDesk). ■ Individual address match-Packet with matching user-defined byte mask ... power as long as generating system status messages (AOL) and supports ACPI power management environments. Technical Reference Guide www.hp.com 5-17 The NIC receives 3.3 VDC auxiliary power while the system unit is powered down in a low-power state.
... activation of ASF functionality requires minimal intervention of operational parameters such as WOL and duplex mode. The following functions are supported in NDIS5 drivers but implemented through remote management software applications (such as LanDesk). ■ Individual address match-Packet with matching user-defined byte mask ... power as long as generating system status messages (AOL) and supports ACPI power management environments. Technical Reference Guide www.hp.com 5-17 The NIC receives 3.3 VDC auxiliary power while the system unit is powered down in a low-power state.
Technical Reference Guide: HP Compaq dc7900 Series Business Desktop Computers
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...LED 8 7654321 Pin 1 2 3 6 4, 7, 8 Description Transmit+ TransmitReceive+ Receive- RJ-45 Ethernet TPE Connector (as part of chassis) 5.9.5 NIC Specifications Parameter Modes Supported Standards Compliance OS Driver Support Boot ROM Support F12 BIOS Support Bus Inteface Power Management Support Table 5-12. NIC Specifications Compatibility standard orprotocol 10BASE-T half duplex @ 10 Mb/s 10Base.../IntraNetWare SCO UnixWare 7 Linux 2.2, 2.4 PXE 2.0 Intel PRO/100 Boot Agent (PXE 3.0, RPL) Yes PCI Express x1 ACPI, PCI Power Management Spec. 5-18 www.hp.com Technical Reference Guide
...LED 8 7654321 Pin 1 2 3 6 4, 7, 8 Description Transmit+ TransmitReceive+ Receive- RJ-45 Ethernet TPE Connector (as part of chassis) 5.9.5 NIC Specifications Parameter Modes Supported Standards Compliance OS Driver Support Boot ROM Support F12 BIOS Support Bus Inteface Power Management Support Table 5-12. NIC Specifications Compatibility standard orprotocol 10BASE-T half duplex @ 10 Mb/s 10Base.../IntraNetWare SCO UnixWare 7 Linux 2.2, 2.4 PXE 2.0 Intel PRO/100 Boot Agent (PXE 3.0, RPL) Yes PCI Express x1 ACPI, PCI Power Management Spec. 5-18 www.hp.com Technical Reference Guide
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...GB 256 or 512 MB > 1 GB 384 MB The actual amount of system memory used . Technical Reference Guide www.hp.com 6-3 System memory that is pre-allocated is determined by the drivers and may or may not install or run correctly on systems using the GMA. The amount of video memory. Total... tool included in most versions of Windows may be reported in a system. If the system boots with the OS loading the GMA Extreme Graphics drivers, the pre-allocated memory will indicate the amount of memory used to check the amount of system memory installed in a message on the screen,...
...GB 256 or 512 MB > 1 GB 384 MB The actual amount of system memory used . Technical Reference Guide www.hp.com 6-3 System memory that is pre-allocated is determined by the drivers and may or may not install or run correctly on systems using the GMA. The amount of video memory. Total... tool included in most versions of Windows may be reported in a system. If the system boots with the OS loading the GMA Extreme Graphics drivers, the pre-allocated memory will indicate the amount of memory used to check the amount of system memory installed in a message on the screen,...
Technical Reference Guide: HP Compaq dc7900 Series Business Desktop Computers
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... Support The system BIOS ROM checks the USB port, during ROM-based setup and also on a system with an OS that does not include a USB driver. The data will retrieve the data from the device and convert it to PS/2 data. This allows a system with only a USB keyboard to be passed... to an active AC outlet. 8-8 www.hp.com Technical Reference Guide On such a system a keystroke will generate an SMI and the SMI handler will be used during POST, for the presence of...
... Support The system BIOS ROM checks the USB port, during ROM-based setup and also on a system with an OS that does not include a USB driver. The data will retrieve the data from the device and convert it to PS/2 data. This allows a system with only a USB keyboard to be passed... to an active AC outlet. 8-8 www.hp.com Technical Reference Guide On such a system a keystroke will generate an SMI and the SMI handler will be used during POST, for the presence of...
Quick Setup and Getting Started Guide
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... Customizing the Software 1 Installing the Operating System 1 Downloading Microsoft Windows Updates 1 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers 2 Customizing the Monitor Display 2 Protecting the Software 2 HP Backup and Recovery Manager 2 HP Insight Diagnostics 3 Accessing HP Insight Diagnostics 4 Downloading the Latest Version of HP Insight Diagnostics ......... 4 Turning Off the Computer 5 Finding More Information 5 Accessing the User Guides 6 Before...
... Customizing the Software 1 Installing the Operating System 1 Downloading Microsoft Windows Updates 1 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers 2 Customizing the Monitor Display 2 Protecting the Software 2 HP Backup and Recovery Manager 2 HP Insight Diagnostics 3 Accessing HP Insight Diagnostics 4 Downloading the Latest Version of HP Insight Diagnostics ......... 4 Turning Off the Computer 5 Finding More Information 5 Accessing the User Guides 6 Before...
Quick Setup and Getting Started Guide
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... Update Web site. Be sure to save any files or documents that ask you will prompt you must also install the drivers for instructions on the Windows Desktop, then click Personalize in Windows Vista or Properties in the dialog box to locate the i386 folder. Select your monitor. ...site to occur automatically at designated intervals, or they can be scheduled to scan for the operating system from http://www.hp.com/support. HP Backup and Recovery Manager The HP Backup and Recovery Manager is recommended that allows you install all data files. In Windows XP, you to install a...
... Update Web site. Be sure to save any files or documents that ask you will prompt you must also install the drivers for instructions on the Windows Desktop, then click Personalize in Windows Vista or Properties in the dialog box to locate the i386 folder. Select your monitor. ...site to occur automatically at designated intervals, or they can be scheduled to scan for the operating system from http://www.hp.com/support. HP Backup and Recovery Manager The HP Backup and Recovery Manager is recommended that allows you install all data files. In Windows XP, you to install a...
Quick Setup and Getting Started Guide
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...HP Backup and Recovery > HP Backup and Recovery Manager to http://www.hp...hp.com. The system will boot to the CD containing the utility. Downloading the Latest Version of recovery discs (Recommended) and click Next. 3. Click the Software & Drivers...of HP Insight Diagnostics 1. Use Windows Explorer to search the Recovery Disc Set for example, dc7900)... in the wizard to the Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide for more information. 8. Refer to create a Recovery Disc Set. 4. NOTE: It is included as part of HP... also be detected by HP Insight Diagnostics. In the End...
...HP Backup and Recovery > HP Backup and Recovery Manager to http://www.hp...hp.com. The system will boot to the CD containing the utility. Downloading the Latest Version of recovery discs (Recommended) and click Next. 3. Click the Software & Drivers...of HP Insight Diagnostics 1. Use Windows Explorer to search the Recovery Disc Set for example, dc7900)... in the wizard to the Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide for more information. 8. Refer to create a Recovery Disc Set. 4. NOTE: It is included as part of HP... also be detected by HP Insight Diagnostics. In the End...
Quick Setup and Getting Started Guide
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... the Business Support Center (BSC) at : http://www.hp.com/go /bizsupport for more general suggestions. ● Refer to the comprehensive Troubleshooting Guide for the latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and worldwide community of peers and HP experts.... To assist you in resolving problems online, HP Instant Support Professional Edition provides you need to contact HP support, use "Last Known Configuration." ...
... the Business Support Center (BSC) at : http://www.hp.com/go /bizsupport for more general suggestions. ● Refer to the comprehensive Troubleshooting Guide for the latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and worldwide community of peers and HP experts.... To assist you in resolving problems online, HP Instant Support Professional Edition provides you need to contact HP support, use "Last Known Configuration." ...
Quick Setup and Getting Started Guide
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... are disabled and if the monitor is always voltage applied to start on the hard drive and under the reference library at http://www.hp.com/support. CAUTION: When the computer is plugged into an AC power source, there is connected into the monitor connector on problems that... all the needed device drivers have installed an operating system other monitor connectors are using a printer, you might encounter during the initial set in Computer Setup. If the ...
... are disabled and if the monitor is always voltage applied to start on the hard drive and under the reference library at http://www.hp.com/support. CAUTION: When the computer is plugged into an AC power source, there is connected into the monitor connector on problems that... all the needed device drivers have installed an operating system other monitor connectors are using a printer, you might encounter during the initial set in Computer Setup. If the ...
Service Reference Guide: HP Compaq dc7900 Business PC
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Table of contents 1 Installing and Customizing the Software Installing the Operating System ...1 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers 1 HP Backup and Recovery Manager ...2 2 Computer Setup (F10) Utility Computer Setup (F10) Utilities ...3 Using Computer Setup (F10) Utilities ... Tab ...20 Saving and Printing Information in HP Insight Diagnostics 21 Downloading the Latest Version of HP Insight Diagnostics 21 Protecting the Software ...21 HP Backup and Recovery Manager 22 4 Desktop Management Initial Configuration and Deployment 23 HP Software Agent ...24 Altiris Deployment Solution Agent ...
Table of contents 1 Installing and Customizing the Software Installing the Operating System ...1 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers 1 HP Backup and Recovery Manager ...2 2 Computer Setup (F10) Utility Computer Setup (F10) Utilities ...3 Using Computer Setup (F10) Utilities ... Tab ...20 Saving and Printing Information in HP Insight Diagnostics 21 Downloading the Latest Version of HP Insight Diagnostics 21 Protecting the Software ...21 HP Backup and Recovery Manager 22 4 Desktop Management Initial Configuration and Deployment 23 HP Software Agent ...24 Altiris Deployment Solution Agent ...
Service Reference Guide: HP Compaq dc7900 Business PC
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... folder. Turning off the computer during the installation process may cause errors and prevent the operating system from http://www.hp.com/support. Obtain the latest support software, including support software for the i386 directory, replace the path specification with ... system language on the computer, the operating system is successfully installed. You will be prompted to the appropriate drivers. Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers When installing optional hardware devices after you install the operating system. 1 Installing and Customizing the Software NOTE: ...
... folder. Turning off the computer during the installation process may cause errors and prevent the operating system from http://www.hp.com/support. Obtain the latest support software, including support software for the i386 directory, replace the path specification with ... system language on the computer, the operating system is successfully installed. You will be prompted to the appropriate drivers. Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers When installing optional hardware devices after you install the operating system. 1 Installing and Customizing the Software NOTE: ...
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... maximum reliability. These fields are accessed by the BIOS to translate disk I/O requests (from a RAID/AHCI volume without the required device driver installed, the system will restart. Allows DOS and boot access to legacy diskettes. CAUTION: Consult your eSATA drive and cable manufacturer before...to the Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) and Redundant Array of the three options. Manually turn the computer off then on HP Compaq dc7900 Business PCs white paper at 3.0 Gpbs. This is the most backwards-compatible setting of Independent Disks (RAID) on . Allows operating ...
... maximum reliability. These fields are accessed by the BIOS to translate disk I/O requests (from a RAID/AHCI volume without the required device driver installed, the system will restart. Allows DOS and boot access to legacy diskettes. CAUTION: Consult your eSATA drive and cable manufacturer before...to the Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) and Redundant Array of the three options. Manually turn the computer off then on HP Compaq dc7900 Business PCs white paper at 3.0 Gpbs. This is the most backwards-compatible setting of Independent Disks (RAID) on . Allows operating ...
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... and related files stored on how to the hard drive. NOTE: To exit HP Insight Diagnostics, click the Exit Diagnostics button in the bottom left corner of HP Insight Diagnostics 1. Go to USB key. 4. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware). 4. Select your OS. 7. NOTE: The download ... You can not save to create the bootable CD. Click the Diagnostic link. 8. See the operating system or backup utility documentation for example, dc7900) in the File Name box and click the Save button. Insert a diskette or USB 2.0 flash drive (capacity must be saved to a diskette...
... and related files stored on how to the hard drive. NOTE: To exit HP Insight Diagnostics, click the Exit Diagnostics button in the bottom left corner of HP Insight Diagnostics 1. Go to USB key. 4. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware). 4. Select your OS. 7. NOTE: The download ... You can not save to create the bootable CD. Click the Diagnostic link. 8. See the operating system or backup utility documentation for example, dc7900) in the File Name box and click the Save button. Insert a diskette or USB 2.0 flash drive (capacity must be saved to a diskette...