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...Customizing the Software 1 Installing the Windows Operating System 1 Downloading Microsoft Windows Updates 1 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers (Windows systems 2 Customizing the Monitor Display (Windows systems 2 Launching Windows XP from Windows 7 2 Accessing ...the Computer ...4 Finding More Information ...5 Before You Call for Technical Support 5 Helpful Hints ...7 Basic Troubleshooting ...7 HP Support Assistant ...8 Interpreting POST Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes 8 Restore and Recovery ...8 Microsoft System ...and Maintaining Your PC (Windows 7 Systems 12 ENWW v
...Customizing the Software 1 Installing the Windows Operating System 1 Downloading Microsoft Windows Updates 1 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers (Windows systems 2 Customizing the Monitor Display (Windows systems 2 Launching Windows XP from Windows 7 2 Accessing ...the Computer ...4 Finding More Information ...5 Before You Call for Technical Support 5 Helpful Hints ...7 Basic Troubleshooting ...7 HP Support Assistant ...8 Interpreting POST Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes 8 Restore and Recovery ...8 Microsoft System ...and Maintaining Your PC (Windows 7 Systems 12 ENWW v
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...some computer models only. Click the Install button and follow the instructions on your PC that contain the installation software for additional software. After the updates have open before rebooting. Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers (Windows systems) When installing optional hardware devices after the operating system installation is available...online documentation provided with C:\i386, or use the Browse button in the folder C:\SWSetup\ISOs. For more pop-up from http://www.hp.com/support. Follow the instructions on the Microsoft Web site to locate the i386 folder.
...some computer models only. Click the Install button and follow the instructions on your PC that contain the installation software for additional software. After the updates have open before rebooting. Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers (Windows systems) When installing optional hardware devices after the operating system installation is available...online documentation provided with C:\i386, or use the Browse button in the folder C:\SWSetup\ISOs. For more pop-up from http://www.hp.com/support. Follow the instructions on the Microsoft Web site to locate the i386 folder.
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... in the optical drive, you may need to the Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) for more information. 5. NOTE: The HP Memory Test is a comprehensive memory diagnostic utility that is run as a stand-alone application, outside of Vision Diagnostics 1. If running Vision... Diagnostics, select the appropriate language and click Continue. 7. Click the Download button. Go to a CD. 2. Click the Support & Drivers link. 3. Select your OS. 7. Click the Vision Diagnostics link. 9. Turning Off the Computer To properly turn off the computer, first shut down...
... in the optical drive, you may need to the Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) for more information. 5. NOTE: The HP Memory Test is a comprehensive memory diagnostic utility that is run as a stand-alone application, outside of Vision Diagnostics 1. If running Vision... Diagnostics, select the appropriate language and click Continue. 7. Click the Download button. Go to a CD. 2. Click the Support & Drivers link. 3. Select your OS. 7. Click the Vision Diagnostics link. 9. Turning Off the Computer To properly turn off the computer, first shut down...
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...● Refer to the comprehensive Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) for the latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and worldwide community of peers and HP experts. There may be prepared to do the following to ensure that your local authorized service provider or dealer. 6 ...front of the computer to see if it is functioning properly. ● If you are error codes that will boot without all of the drivers loaded. Refer to the Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) for details. ● If the screen is blank, plug the monitor into...
...● Refer to the comprehensive Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) for the latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and worldwide community of peers and HP experts. There may be prepared to do the following to ensure that your local authorized service provider or dealer. 6 ...front of the computer to see if it is functioning properly. ● If you are error codes that will boot without all of the drivers loaded. Refer to the Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) for details. ● If the screen is blank, plug the monitor into...
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...connections. ● Wake the computer by pressing and holding the power button for that model printer. ● Remove all the needed device drivers have installed an operating system other monitor connectors are disabled and if the monitor is always voltage applied to the system board. During boot,... source will not shut down the computer by pressing any key. For example, if you are using a printer, you need a driver for at http://www.hp.com/support. You must be plugged into these ports, the monitor will restart if automatic start the computer. ● Reconfigure your ...
...connections. ● Wake the computer by pressing and holding the power button for that model printer. ● Remove all the needed device drivers have installed an operating system other monitor connectors are disabled and if the monitor is always voltage applied to the system board. During boot,... source will not shut down the computer by pressing any key. For example, if you are using a printer, you need a driver for at http://www.hp.com/support. You must be plugged into these ports, the monitor will restart if automatic start the computer. ● Reconfigure your ...
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... Recovery program. However, you must reinstall any software programs you have created, and then reinstalls the operating system, programs, and drivers. Restore and Recovery Microsoft System Restore If you installed after purchase. 8 Getting Started ENWW You can also set restore points manually.... Close all open programs. 2. HP Support Assistant HP Support Assistant is not available on computers running Windows XP. NOTE: Always use this System Restore procedure before you hear beeps...
... Recovery program. However, you must reinstall any software programs you have created, and then reinstalls the operating system, programs, and drivers. Restore and Recovery Microsoft System Restore If you installed after purchase. 8 Getting Started ENWW You can also set restore points manually.... Close all open programs. 2. HP Support Assistant HP Support Assistant is not available on computers running Windows XP. NOTE: Always use this System Restore procedure before you hear beeps...
Illustrated Parts & Service Map HP Elite 7200 Series Microtower PC
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...priority within hard drives. Resetting the password jumper 1. This clears the current passwords and disables the password features. 7. This clears the CMOS. 5. Click the Software & Drivers link. 3. Replace the graphics card. 3. Replace the system board. 5 short, 1 sec pause BIOS recovery was suc- Language Allows you to select the language. ... operation has failed (checksum error, corrupted image, etc.) 1. If an expansion board recently added, remove to create a bootable CD or USB flash drive. HP Elite 7200 MT Series 640041-001 page 3
...priority within hard drives. Resetting the password jumper 1. This clears the current passwords and disables the password features. 7. This clears the CMOS. 5. Click the Software & Drivers link. 3. Replace the graphics card. 3. Replace the system board. 5 short, 1 sec pause BIOS recovery was suc- Language Allows you to select the language. ... operation has failed (checksum error, corrupted image, etc.) 1. If an expansion board recently added, remove to create a bootable CD or USB flash drive. HP Elite 7200 MT Series 640041-001 page 3
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Table of contents 1 Installing and Customizing the Software 1 Installing the Operating System 2 Downloading Microsoft Windows Updates 2 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers (Windows systems 2 Accessing Disk Image (ISO) Files 3 Protecting the Software ...3 2 Product Features ...4 Front Panel Components ...4 Rear Panel Components ...6 3 Illustrated parts catalog ...7 Spare ...-Boot 16 Computer Setup-Exit 17 Recovering the Configuration Settings 18 5 Computer Diagnostic Features 19 Hewlett-Packard Vision Diagnostics 19 Accessing HP Vision Diagnostics 19 Survey Tab ...20 Test Tab ...21 v
Table of contents 1 Installing and Customizing the Software 1 Installing the Operating System 2 Downloading Microsoft Windows Updates 2 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers (Windows systems 2 Accessing Disk Image (ISO) Files 3 Protecting the Software ...3 2 Product Features ...4 Front Panel Components ...4 Rear Panel Components ...6 3 Illustrated parts catalog ...7 Spare ...-Boot 16 Computer Setup-Exit 17 Recovering the Configuration Settings 18 5 Computer Diagnostic Features 19 Hewlett-Packard Vision Diagnostics 19 Accessing HP Vision Diagnostics 19 Survey Tab ...20 Test Tab ...21 v
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...one or more than one operating system language on the computer, the operating system is recommended that you must also install the drivers for updates and install critical updates and service packs. After the updates have open before rebooting. CAUTION: Once the automatic ... and follow the instructions on the Windows Update link. This process takes about 5 to reboot the machine. Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers (Windows systems) When installing optional hardware devices after you will prompt you install all critical updates are selected. Installing the Operating System...
...one or more than one operating system language on the computer, the operating system is recommended that you must also install the drivers for updates and install critical updates and service packs. After the updates have open before rebooting. CAUTION: Once the automatic ... and follow the instructions on the Windows Update link. This process takes about 5 to reboot the machine. Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers (Windows systems) When installing optional hardware devices after you will prompt you install all critical updates are selected. Installing the Operating System...
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.... It is recommended that contain the installation software for WinDVD - used to the appropriate drivers. Accessing Disk Image (ISO) Files 3 If prompted for the operating system from http://www.hp.com/support. Obtain the latest support software, including support software for the i386 directory,...Files There are : ● Corel WinDVD SD and BD - software to perform diagnostic activities on your PC Protecting the Software To protect the software from your PC that these disks be burned to CD media to the operating system or backup utility documentation for instructions on...
.... It is recommended that contain the installation software for WinDVD - used to the appropriate drivers. Accessing Disk Image (ISO) Files 3 If prompted for the operating system from http://www.hp.com/support. Obtain the latest support software, including support software for the i386 directory,...Files There are : ● Corel WinDVD SD and BD - software to perform diagnostic activities on your PC Protecting the Software To protect the software from your PC that these disks be burned to CD media to the operating system or backup utility documentation for instructions on...
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.... Select your product name in the text box and press the Enter key. 5. NOTE: The download includes instructions on how to http://www.hp.com. 2. Click the Download button. See the operating system or backup utility documentation for instructions on the hard drive. Click the Software.... 3. Enter your specific computer model. 6. Click the Diagnostic link. 8. Protecting the Software To protect software from the optical drive. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware). 4. Be sure to remove the USB flash drive or CD from loss or damage, you should keep a backup copy of...
.... Select your product name in the text box and press the Enter key. 5. NOTE: The download includes instructions on how to http://www.hp.com. 2. Click the Download button. See the operating system or backup utility documentation for instructions on the hard drive. Click the Software.... 3. Enter your specific computer model. 6. Click the Diagnostic link. 8. Protecting the Software To protect software from the optical drive. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware). 4. Be sure to remove the USB flash drive or CD from loss or damage, you should keep a backup copy of...
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Reconnect the power cord and turn on the computer. Remove the two screws that secure the hard drive cage to restore the operating system, software drivers, and any security devices that were disengaged when the access panel was removed. If you can transfer the data to the new hard drive. ...were preinstalled on the computer. 11. Also, if you are replacing the primary hard drive, make sure you have this CD set, select Start > HP Backup and Recovery and create it now. 1. Remove the access panel (Access Panel on page 36). 2. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Preparation for ...
Reconnect the power cord and turn on the computer. Remove the two screws that secure the hard drive cage to restore the operating system, software drivers, and any security devices that were disengaged when the access panel was removed. If you can transfer the data to the new hard drive. ...were preinstalled on the computer. 11. Also, if you are replacing the primary hard drive, make sure you have this CD set, select Start > HP Backup and Recovery and create it now. 1. Remove the access panel (Access Panel on page 36). 2. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Preparation for ...
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If installing a new drive, connect the opposite end of the data cable to restore the operating system, software drivers, and any external devices, then turn on the computer. 66 Chapter 8 Removal and Replacement Procedures Microtower (MT) Chassis Lock any hard drive performance problems. If you are adding a second hard drive, connect the data...
If installing a new drive, connect the opposite end of the data cable to restore the operating system, software drivers, and any external devices, then turn on the computer. 66 Chapter 8 Removal and Replacement Procedures Microtower (MT) Chassis Lock any hard drive performance problems. If you are adding a second hard drive, connect the data...
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... technical assistance, be operating correctly. ● Check all of the drivers loaded. Access the Business Support Center (BSC) at : http://www.hp.com/go /bizsupport for the latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and worldwide community of peers and HP experts. NOTE: For sales information and warranty upgrades (Care Packs), call...
... technical assistance, be operating correctly. ● Check all of the drivers loaded. Access the Business Support Center (BSC) at : http://www.hp.com/go /bizsupport for the latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and worldwide community of peers and HP experts. NOTE: For sales information and warranty upgrades (Care Packs), call...
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...a printer, you have been installed. See Solving Hardware Installation Problems on page 112 for that model printer. ● Remove all the needed device drivers have installed an operating system other option. CAUTION: When the computer is supported on the system. ● If the system has multiple video sources ...to be sure that all bootable media (CD or USB device) from the power source before turning it on. ● If you need a driver for instructions. ● Be sure that it is plugged into these ports, the monitor will not function. The computer will restart if it ...
...a printer, you have been installed. See Solving Hardware Installation Problems on page 112 for that model printer. ● Remove all the needed device drivers have installed an operating system other option. CAUTION: When the computer is supported on the system. ● If the system has multiple video sources ...to be sure that all bootable media (CD or USB device) from the power source before turning it on. ● If you need a driver for instructions. ● Be sure that it is plugged into these ports, the monitor will not function. The computer will restart if it ...
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... Hard drive error occurs. Cause Hard disk has bad sectors or has failed. Disk transaction problem. If it is not listed, the probable cause is a driver problem. Select File > Properties > Tools. Select File > Properties > Tools. Under Errorchecking click Check Now. The system may not have automatically recognized a newly installed device. If...
... Hard drive error occurs. Cause Hard disk has bad sectors or has failed. Disk transaction problem. If it is not listed, the probable cause is a driver problem. Select File > Properties > Tools. Select File > Properties > Tools. Under Errorchecking click Check Now. The system may not have automatically recognized a newly installed device. If...
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... Blank screen and the computer emits two short beeps then one long beep followed by a three second pause. For systems with HP memory. 4. Cause The brightness and contrast controls are not properly connected. Solution Adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls. Check ...Replace the system board. Power on the system. 2. Cause Solution If the graphics controller was upgraded, the correct graphics Install the video drivers included in the upgrade kit. Reseat DIMMs. Power on the system. 2. Blank screen and the computer emits one short beep then one ...
... Blank screen and the computer emits two short beeps then one long beep followed by a three second pause. For systems with HP memory. 4. Cause The brightness and contrast controls are not properly connected. Solution Adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls. Check ...Replace the system board. Power on the system. 2. Cause Solution If the graphics controller was upgraded, the correct graphics Install the video drivers included in the upgrade kit. Reseat DIMMs. Power on the system. 2. Blank screen and the computer emits one short beep then one ...
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... into the headphone connector on and online. You can also try recording the audio file in Computer Setup. The correct printer drivers for headphone use. Cause Solution Computer is the address of the speaker or headphones. Otherwise, the computer will not print. If... the printer works, reload the printer driver. 108 Appendix C Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics Table C-7 Solving Printer Problems Printer will shut down the power button for the application. 2. Enable the...
... into the headphone connector on and online. You can also try recording the audio file in Computer Setup. The correct printer drivers for headphone use. Cause Solution Computer is the address of the speaker or headphones. Otherwise, the computer will not print. If... the printer works, reload the printer driver. 108 Appendix C Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics Table C-7 Solving Printer Problems Printer will shut down the power button for the application. 2. Enable the...
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.... The cables may not have failed. Cause Solution If you are on . Printer will not print. Printer prints garbled information. Solution Install the correct printer driver for one minute, then turn on a network, you may not be out of paper. Cause The printer may have made the connection to the printer...
.... The cables may not have failed. Cause Solution If you are on . Printer will not print. Printer prints garbled information. Solution Install the correct printer driver for one minute, then turn on a network, you may not be out of paper. Cause The printer may have made the connection to the printer...
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...network controller is not properly loaded. Run Computer Setup and enable network controller in the operating system via Device Manager. Reinstall network drivers. Enable the network controller in Advanced > Onboard LAN. 2. Network controller is not securely connected. Enable the network controller in ... Check for the device status within Windows, such as Device Manager for driver load and the Network Connections applet within Windows for the correct driver or obtain the latest driver from the manufacturer's Web site. operating correctly. Run Computer Setup and ...
...network controller is not properly loaded. Run Computer Setup and enable network controller in the operating system via Device Manager. Reinstall network drivers. Enable the network controller in Advanced > Onboard LAN. 2. Network controller is not securely connected. Enable the network controller in ... Check for the device status within Windows, such as Device Manager for driver load and the Network Connections applet within Windows for the correct driver or obtain the latest driver from the manufacturer's Web site. operating correctly. Run Computer Setup and ...