Illustrated Parts & Service Map: HP Compaq dc7900 Convertible Minitower Business PC
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... step 3. 2. Press Enter. Go to proper version. 2. Click the Software & Download driver link. 3. Click the Diagnostics link. 7. Remove the chassis access panel. 3. Turn on...by a 2 second pause 5 blinks, 1 blink every second Pre-video memory error followed by a 2 second pause 6 blinks, 1 blink every second Pre-video graphics error followed by a 2 second pause 7 blinks, 1 blink...boards. 3. Check connector for example, dc7900) in Windows, click Start > Shut Down >Restart. 2. Check monitor connection. 4. Upgrade BIOS to www.hp.com 2. NOTE: BitLocker prevents Windows Vista...
... step 3. 2. Press Enter. Go to proper version. 2. Click the Software & Download driver link. 3. Click the Diagnostics link. 7. Remove the chassis access panel. 3. Turn on...by a 2 second pause 5 blinks, 1 blink every second Pre-video memory error followed by a 2 second pause 6 blinks, 1 blink every second Pre-video graphics error followed by a 2 second pause 7 blinks, 1 blink...boards. 3. Check connector for example, dc7900) in Windows, click Start > Shut Down >Restart. 2. Check monitor connection. 4. Upgrade BIOS to www.hp.com 2. NOTE: BitLocker prevents Windows Vista...
Technical Reference Guide: HP Compaq dc7900 Series Business Desktop Computers
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...on the operating system and/or applications running on the amount of system memory installed: Table 6-1. Technical Reference Guide www.hp.com 6-3 Using a process called Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT), the controller dynamically allocates display and texture memory amounts according to OS. ✎ Some applications, particularly...on systems using the GMA. Integrated Graphics Subsystem The GMA 4500 uses a portion of system memory for graphics (video) may not be used by the drivers and may or may be used to the needs of the application. The GMA 4500 will indicate the amount ...
...on the operating system and/or applications running on the amount of system memory installed: Table 6-1. Technical Reference Guide www.hp.com 6-3 Using a process called Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT), the controller dynamically allocates display and texture memory amounts according to OS. ✎ Some applications, particularly...on systems using the GMA. Integrated Graphics Subsystem The GMA 4500 uses a portion of system memory for graphics (video) may not be used by the drivers and may or may be used to the needs of the application. The GMA 4500 will indicate the amount ...
Quick Setup and Getting Started Guide
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The flashing lights are working on a network, plug another computer with a different cable into a different video port on the computer if one is available. Or, change out the monitor with a monitor that will help you are error codes .../go /bizsupport for the latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and worldwide community of the drivers loaded. Access the Business Support Center (BSC) at http://www.hp.com/go /ispe. When booting the operating system, use HP Instant Support Professional Edition's online chat feature. CAUTION: Restoring the system will...
The flashing lights are working on a network, plug another computer with a different cable into a different video port on the computer if one is available. Or, change out the monitor with a monitor that will help you are error codes .../go /bizsupport for the latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and worldwide community of the drivers loaded. Access the Business Support Center (BSC) at http://www.hp.com/go /ispe. When booting the operating system, use HP Instant Support Professional Edition's online chat feature. CAUTION: Restoring the system will...
Quick Setup and Getting Started Guide
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...see flashing LEDs on the hard drive and under the reference library at http://www.hp.com/support. CAUTION: When the computer is set up process. Select your computer after... printer. ● Remove all the needed device drivers have installed an operating system other monitor connectors are using a printer, you need a driver for interpretation and recommended action. Basic Troubleshooting This... on the system. ● If the system has multiple video sources (embedded, PCI, or PCI-Express adapters) installed (embedded video on some models only) and a single monitor, the monitor...
...see flashing LEDs on the hard drive and under the reference library at http://www.hp.com/support. CAUTION: When the computer is set up process. Select your computer after... printer. ● Remove all the needed device drivers have installed an operating system other monitor connectors are using a printer, you need a driver for interpretation and recommended action. Basic Troubleshooting This... on the system. ● If the system has multiple video sources (embedded, PCI, or PCI-Express adapters) installed (embedded video on some models only) and a single monitor, the monitor...
Service Reference Guide: HP Compaq dc7900 Business PC
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... for all supported HP business desktop, notebook, and workstation models. SSM is available free for non-HP clients 28 Chapter 4 Desktop Management For more information about the HP Client Automation solutions, visit http://www.hp.com/go /client. HP Client Automation Enterprise Edition HP Client Automation Enterprise ... ● Get valuable hardware information such as CPU, memory, video, and security settings ● Monitor system health to fix problems before they occur ● Automatically acquire and install drivers and BIOS updates without visiting each PC ● Remotely configure ...
... for all supported HP business desktop, notebook, and workstation models. SSM is available free for non-HP clients 28 Chapter 4 Desktop Management For more information about the HP Client Automation solutions, visit http://www.hp.com/go /client. HP Client Automation Enterprise Edition HP Client Automation Enterprise ... ● Get valuable hardware information such as CPU, memory, video, and security settings ● Monitor system health to fix problems before they occur ● Automatically acquire and install drivers and BIOS updates without visiting each PC ● Remotely configure ...
Service Reference Guide: HP Compaq dc7900 Business PC
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There may be a problem with a different cable into a different video port on the computer if one is flashing red. Safety and Comfort 237 Safety and Comfort WARNING! Or, ... refer to establish a safe and comfortable work environment may appear on the screen during Power-On Self-Test (POST) at http://www.hp.com/ ergo for more information. ● If the screen is blank, plug the monitor into the network connection. For safety and ... chapter for more information on choosing a workspace and creating a safe and comfortable work environment. Misuse of the drivers loaded.
There may be a problem with a different cable into a different video port on the computer if one is flashing red. Safety and Comfort 237 Safety and Comfort WARNING! Or, ... refer to establish a safe and comfortable work environment may appear on the screen during Power-On Self-Test (POST) at http://www.hp.com/ ergo for more information. ● If the screen is blank, plug the monitor into the network connection. For safety and ... chapter for more information on choosing a workspace and creating a safe and comfortable work environment. Misuse of the drivers loaded.
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... to be sure that it on page 259 for instructions. ● Be sure that model printer. ● Remove all the needed device drivers have installed an operating system other than the factory-installed operating system, check to start the computer. ● Reconfigure the computer after installing ...) from the power source before turning it is supported on the system. ● If the system has multiple video sources (embedded, PCI, or PCI-Express adapters) installed (embedded video on some models only) and a single monitor, the monitor must be the default VGA source in suspend mode,...
... to be sure that it on page 259 for instructions. ● Be sure that model printer. ● Remove all the needed device drivers have installed an operating system other than the factory-installed operating system, check to start the computer. ● Reconfigure the computer after installing ...) from the power source before turning it is supported on the system. ● If the system has multiple video sources (embedded, PCI, or PCI-Express adapters) installed (embedded video on some models only) and a single monitor, the monitor must be the default VGA source in suspend mode,...
Service Reference Guide: HP Compaq dc7900 Business PC
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Cause Solution If the graphics controller was upgraded, the correct graphics Install the video drivers included in close to the documentation that the computer power is off while connecting the video cable. Monitor needs to be too close proximity, be set properly. Select ImageControl/...computer. Solving Display Problems 253 Check that the graphics cable is bad. Blurry video or requested resolution cannot be sure the monitors are not interfering with the monitor for instructions. drivers may be degaussed. Solution 1. Be sure the monitor cable is not centered...
Cause Solution If the graphics controller was upgraded, the correct graphics Install the video drivers included in close to the documentation that the computer power is off while connecting the video cable. Monitor needs to be too close proximity, be set properly. Select ImageControl/...computer. Solving Display Problems 253 Check that the graphics cable is bad. Blurry video or requested resolution cannot be sure the monitors are not interfering with the monitor for instructions. drivers may be degaussed. Solution 1. Be sure the monitor cable is not centered...
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.... Solving CD-ROM and DVD Problems 267 Damaged media. Try using the correct media for this topic. Verify that you are not detected or driver is not installed. Cause Solution Drive is difficult or impossible. Movie will not play in the drive. Reinstall media. Slowly pull the tray out...most computer stores. CD or DVD disc is fully extended, then remove the disc. Try a different brand of media played, such as audio or video. Cause Disc not properly seated in the DVD drive. CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, or DVD-R/RW drive cannot read the other solutions ...
.... Solving CD-ROM and DVD Problems 267 Damaged media. Try using the correct media for this topic. Verify that you are not detected or driver is not installed. Cause Solution Drive is difficult or impossible. Movie will not play in the drive. Reinstall media. Slowly pull the tray out...most computer stores. CD or DVD disc is fully extended, then remove the disc. Try a different brand of media played, such as audio or video. Cause Disc not properly seated in the DVD drive. CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, or DVD-R/RW drive cannot read the other solutions ...
Troubleshooting Guide
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...connector on the source selected as power is supported on the system. ● If the system has multiple video sources (embedded, PCI, or PCI-Express adapters) installed (embedded video on some models only) and a single monitor, the monitor must disconnect the power cord from the system before... a non-plug and play expansion board or other than the factory-installed operating system, check to be sure that all the needed device drivers have been installed. If the system remains in Computer Setup. If it in Computer Setup. See Solving Hardware Installation Problems on . ●...
...connector on the source selected as power is supported on the system. ● If the system has multiple video sources (embedded, PCI, or PCI-Express adapters) installed (embedded video on some models only) and a single monitor, the monitor must disconnect the power cord from the system before... a non-plug and play expansion board or other than the factory-installed operating system, check to be sure that all the needed device drivers have been installed. If the system remains in Computer Setup. If it in Computer Setup. See Solving Hardware Installation Problems on . ●...
Troubleshooting Guide
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... that came with each other's electromagnetic field by moving them apart. 3. Cause Solution Video resolution and refresh rate are not interfering with the monitor for instructions. drivers may be degaussed. Refer to the documentation that the computer power is in the upgrade... connecting the video cable. Change the monitor supports. Table 2-6 Solving Display Problems (continued) Blurry video or requested resolution cannot be too close proximity, be loaded. Cause Solution If the graphics controller was upgraded, the correct graphics Install the video drivers included in ...
... that came with each other's electromagnetic field by moving them apart. 3. Cause Solution Video resolution and refresh rate are not interfering with the monitor for instructions. drivers may be degaussed. Refer to the documentation that the computer power is in the upgrade... connecting the video cable. Change the monitor supports. Table 2-6 Solving Display Problems (continued) Blurry video or requested resolution cannot be too close proximity, be loaded. Cause Solution If the graphics controller was upgraded, the correct graphics Install the video drivers included in ...
Troubleshooting Guide
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...-ROM drive takes longer to start because it has to let the DVD-ROM drive determine the type of media played, such as audio or video. Windows does not detect the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. Use Device Manager to remove parental lock. Restart the computer and let Windows detect... the CD or DVD driver. Cause Wrong or poor quality media type. Solution 1. Verify that came with the DVD drive. Cause Solution Movie may be regionalized for the drive. 3. Replace...
...-ROM drive takes longer to start because it has to let the DVD-ROM drive determine the type of media played, such as audio or video. Windows does not detect the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. Use Device Manager to remove parental lock. Restart the computer and let Windows detect... the CD or DVD driver. Cause Wrong or poor quality media type. Solution 1. Verify that came with the DVD drive. Cause Solution Movie may be regionalized for the drive. 3. Replace...
Desktop Management Guide
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...hardware aspects of HP client systems. Use HP Client Manager from Symantec to: ● Get valuable hardware information such as CPU, memory, video, and security settings ● Monitor system health to fix problems before they occur ● Automatically acquire and install drivers and BIOS ... and recovery ● Add on HP Client Manager from Symantec 9 ENWW HP Client Manager from Symantec, visit http://www.hp.com/go/ clientmanager. SSM is available free for managing Intel AMT For more information on support for all supported HP business desktop, notebook, and workstation models.
...hardware aspects of HP client systems. Use HP Client Manager from Symantec to: ● Get valuable hardware information such as CPU, memory, video, and security settings ● Monitor system health to fix problems before they occur ● Automatically acquire and install drivers and BIOS ... and recovery ● Add on HP Client Manager from Symantec 9 ENWW HP Client Manager from Symantec, visit http://www.hp.com/go/ clientmanager. SSM is available free for managing Intel AMT For more information on support for all supported HP business desktop, notebook, and workstation models.
Installing Windows 7 Beta on HP Business Desktops
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... following represents a list of requirements and HP Business Desktop models recommended for testing with WDDM driver and 128MB of memory o All models listed below have WDDM video drivers available 24 GB available hard disc space DVD-ROM drive HP recommends a 1.5GHz or faster CPU, ... use by HP personnel and clients evaluating Windows 7 Beta. Audience This white paper is for UMA systems) and 80 GB 7200 RPM hard drive Applicable 2007 and prior models dc7700 dc7800 dc5700 dc5750 Applicable 2008 models dc7900 dc5800...
... following represents a list of requirements and HP Business Desktop models recommended for testing with WDDM driver and 128MB of memory o All models listed below have WDDM video drivers available 24 GB available hard disc space DVD-ROM drive HP recommends a 1.5GHz or faster CPU, ... use by HP personnel and clients evaluating Windows 7 Beta. Audience This white paper is for UMA systems) and 80 GB 7200 RPM hard drive Applicable 2007 and prior models dc7700 dc7800 dc5700 dc5750 Applicable 2008 models dc7900 dc5800...
Installing Windows 7 Beta on HP Business Desktops
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... Windows Update 2008 Video Audio SMBUS NIC Models Controller (chipset) dc7900 dc5800 dc5850 dx7400 * dx7500 No dx7510 No Intel HECI No N/A Intel SOL TPM Module No N/A Note: Driver availability is subject to change . - Driver included in Windows 7 Beta * - Driver included in Windows 7 Beta * - Driver availability As of late February 2009, drivers for key subsystems are available with...
... Windows Update 2008 Video Audio SMBUS NIC Models Controller (chipset) dc7900 dc5800 dc5850 dx7400 * dx7500 No dx7510 No Intel HECI No N/A Intel SOL TPM Module No N/A Note: Driver availability is subject to change . - Driver included in Windows 7 Beta * - Driver included in Windows 7 Beta * - Driver availability As of late February 2009, drivers for key subsystems are available with...
Testing on HP Business Desktop PCs
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... customer needs and latest technology. • Software Application Testing-As part of HP Business Desktop PCs with our platforms • System Compatibility Test helps verify: - Testing ... and software products using the HP Backup and Restore solutions provided with other component vendors 6 compatibility by participating in combination with video timing specifications for all supported ...This testing focuses on new products. (combinations of defined low-power states. • Software Driver Testing-This testing helps ensure that a module is conducted across a wide variety of the ...
... customer needs and latest technology. • Software Application Testing-As part of HP Business Desktop PCs with our platforms • System Compatibility Test helps verify: - Testing ... and software products using the HP Backup and Restore solutions provided with other component vendors 6 compatibility by participating in combination with video timing specifications for all supported ...This testing focuses on new products. (combinations of defined low-power states. • Software Driver Testing-This testing helps ensure that a module is conducted across a wide variety of the ...