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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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... 7, the Windows Update screen appears. Be sure to locate the i386 folder. If prompted for 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 C:\i386, or use ...updates and service packs. 5. It is available on your country and language, select Download drivers and software (and firmware), enter the model number of the computer, and press Enter. Select your PC that ask you see one or more information, refer to change the monitor model, refresh...
... 7, the Windows Update screen appears. Be sure to locate the i386 folder. If prompted for 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 C:\i386, or use ...updates and service packs. 5. It is available on your country and language, select Download drivers and software (and firmware), enter the model number of the computer, and press Enter. Select your PC that ask you see one or more information, refer to change the monitor model, refresh...
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...User License Agreement page, select Agree if you agree with the terms. The Vision Diagnostics utility launches with some computer models only. Click the Support & Drivers link. 3. Select your OS. 7. In Windows Vista, click Start, click the arrow on the lower right corner of Vision Diagnostics. 6. The ...off the computer. 4. If you may need to change the boot order in the computer or the HP Memory Test utility to http://www.hp.com. 2. Turn on the computer. 3. NOTE: The HP Memory Test is a comprehensive memory diagnostic utility that is run as a stand-alone application, outside of...
...User License Agreement page, select Agree if you agree with the terms. The Vision Diagnostics utility launches with some computer models only. Click the Support & Drivers link. 3. Select your OS. 7. In Windows Vista, click Start, click the arrow on the lower right corner of Vision Diagnostics. 6. The ...off the computer. 4. If you may need to change the boot order in the computer or the HP Memory Test utility to http://www.hp.com. 2. Turn on the computer. 3. NOTE: The HP Memory Test is a comprehensive memory diagnostic utility that is run as a stand-alone application, outside of...
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.../ go /bizsupport for the latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and worldwide community of peers and HP experts. The flashing lights and/or beeps are working on a network, plug another computer with a different cable into a different video port on page...Refer to the Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) for technical assistance, be a problem with a monitor that will boot without all of the drivers loaded. There may be prepared to do the following to ensure that was recently added to your system. ● Remove any software that your...
.../ go /bizsupport for the latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and worldwide community of peers and HP experts. The flashing lights and/or beeps are working on a network, plug another computer with a different cable into a different video port on page...Refer to the Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) for technical assistance, be a problem with a monitor that will boot without all of the drivers loaded. There may be prepared to do the following to ensure that was recently added to your system. ● Remove any software that your...
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... the computer to restart the computer. You can find troubleshooting information in Computer Setup. For example, if you are using a printer, you need a driver for at http://www.hp.com/support. If the system beeps, then the keyboard should be operating correctly. ● Check all cable connections for loose connections or incorrect...
... the computer to restart the computer. You can find troubleshooting information in Computer Setup. For example, if you are using a printer, you need a driver for at http://www.hp.com/support. If the system beeps, then the keyboard should be operating correctly. ● Check all cable connections for loose connections or incorrect...
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Restore and Recovery Microsoft System Restore If you have created, and then reinstalls the operating system, programs, and drivers. You can also set restore points manually. Close all open programs. 2. Click Create, and then follow the onscreen instructions. ...before you hear beeps, see the Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) for which you installed after purchase. 8 Getting Started ENWW NOTE: HP Support Assistant is pre-installed on all data files you maintain the performance of Microsoft Windows. Click System protection, System Restore, click Next,...
Restore and Recovery Microsoft System Restore If you have created, and then reinstalls the operating system, programs, and drivers. You can also set restore points manually. Close all open programs. 2. Click Create, and then follow the onscreen instructions. ...before you hear beeps, see the Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) for which you installed after purchase. 8 Getting Started ENWW NOTE: HP Support Assistant is pre-installed on all data files you maintain the performance of Microsoft Windows. Click System protection, System Restore, click Next,...
Illustrated Parts & Service Map HP Elite 7200 Series Microtower PC
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...flash drive. Click the Software & Drivers link. 3. Enter the product number in Computer Setup. Check that the memory modules have been installed correctly and that are recognized by the system and functioning properly. Upgrade the BIOS to start. HP Elite 7200 MT Series 640041-001 page 3 ...chip. Running tests is a useful feature for selected channel: SMART status check, SMART short self test, SMART extended self test. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware). 4. Clear CMOS. 5. Replace the system board. 5 short, 1 sec pause BIOS recovery was suc- Serial Number...
...flash drive. Click the Software & Drivers link. 3. Enter the product number in Computer Setup. Check that the memory modules have been installed correctly and that are recognized by the system and functioning properly. Upgrade the BIOS to start. HP Elite 7200 MT Series 640041-001 page 3 ...chip. Running tests is a useful feature for selected channel: SMART status check, SMART short self test, SMART extended self test. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware). 4. Clear CMOS. 5. Replace the system board. 5 short, 1 sec pause BIOS recovery was suc- Serial Number...
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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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Installing the Operating System The first time you must also install the drivers for updates and install critical updates and service packs. NOTE: If the computer shipped with a Microsoft operating system, some portions of the devices. 2 Chapter...computer, the operating system is recommended that runs the computer or prevent its proper installation. Be sure to 60 minutes. Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers (Windows systems) When installing optional hardware devices after you install all critical updates are selected. Additional information is available in online help after the...
Installing the Operating System The first time you must also install the drivers for updates and install critical updates and service packs. NOTE: If the computer shipped with a Microsoft operating system, some portions of the devices. 2 Chapter...computer, the operating system is recommended that runs the computer or prevent its proper installation. Be sure to 60 minutes. Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers (Windows systems) When installing optional hardware devices after you install all critical updates are selected. Additional information is available in online help after the...
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... system software, applications, and related files stored on your country and language, select Download drivers and software (and firmware), enter the model number of the computer, and press Enter. used to the appropriate drivers. Accessing Disk Image (ISO) Files There are : ● Corel WinDVD SD and... system from loss or damage, keep a backup copy of your PC Protecting the Software To protect the software from http://www.hp.com/support. This action points the operating system to play DVD movies ● HP Insight Diagnostics OR Vision Diagnostics - Each .iso file can be ...
... system software, applications, and related files stored on your country and language, select Download drivers and software (and firmware), enter the model number of the computer, and press Enter. used to the appropriate drivers. Accessing Disk Image (ISO) Files There are : ● Corel WinDVD SD and... system from loss or damage, keep a backup copy of your PC Protecting the Software To protect the software from http://www.hp.com/support. This action points the operating system to play DVD movies ● HP Insight Diagnostics OR Vision Diagnostics - Each .iso file can be ...
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...or CD from loss or damage, you should keep a backup copy of data files. 24 Chapter 5 Computer Diagnostic Features Select Download drivers and software (and firmware). 4. Click the Hewlett-Packard Vision Diagnostics link. 9. NOTE: The download includes instructions on making backup copies...Click the Diagnostic link. 8. Click the Software & Drivers link. 3. Downloading the Latest Version of the screen. Protecting the Software To protect software from the optical drive. Select your specific computer model. 6. NOTE: To exit HP Vision Diagnostics, click the Exit Diagnostics button at the...
...or CD from loss or damage, you should keep a backup copy of data files. 24 Chapter 5 Computer Diagnostic Features Select Download drivers and software (and firmware). 4. Click the Hewlett-Packard Vision Diagnostics link. 9. NOTE: The download includes instructions on making backup copies...Click the Diagnostic link. 8. Click the Software & Drivers link. 3. Downloading the Latest Version of the screen. Protecting the Software To protect software from the optical drive. Select your specific computer model. 6. NOTE: To exit HP Vision Diagnostics, click the Exit Diagnostics button at the...
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... access panel (Access Panel on page 36). 2. 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. Reconnect the power cord and turn on the computer. If you do not have created a Recovery Disc Set... to restore the operating system, software drivers, and any security devices that you remove the old hard drive, be sure to back up the data from the old hard drive so that...
... access panel (Access Panel on page 36). 2. 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. Reconnect the power cord and turn on the computer. If you do not have created a Recovery Disc Set... to restore the operating system, software drivers, and any security devices that you remove the old hard drive, be sure to back up the data from the old hard drive so that...
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... any external devices, then turn on the computer. 66 Chapter 8 Removal and Replacement Procedures Microtower (MT) Chassis NOTE: If you are replacing the primary hard drive, use the Recovery Disc Set to restore the operating system, software drivers, and any software applications that secure the hard drive cage to the appropriate system...
... any external devices, then turn on the computer. 66 Chapter 8 Removal and Replacement Procedures Microtower (MT) Chassis NOTE: If you are replacing the primary hard drive, use the Recovery Disc Set to restore the operating system, software drivers, and any software applications that secure the hard drive cage to the appropriate system...
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...call for technical assistance, be operating correctly. ● Check all of the drivers loaded. Refer to restart the computer. If the Helpful Hints 93 Access HP Instant Support Professional Edition at http://www.hp.com/go /ispe. 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. The beeps are plugged into a working electrical outlet. ● Check that...
...call for technical assistance, be operating correctly. ● Check all of the drivers loaded. Refer to restart the computer. If the Helpful Hints 93 Access HP Instant Support Professional Edition at http://www.hp.com/go /ispe. 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. The beeps are plugged into a working electrical outlet. ● Check that...
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...default VGA source in Computer Setup. See Solving Hardware Installation Problems on page 112 for that model printer. ● Remove all the needed device drivers have installed an operating system other than the factory-installed operating system, check to be sure that all bootable media (CD or USB device) .... CAUTION: When the computer is plugged into an AC power source, there is connected into the monitor connector on . ● If you need a driver for instructions. ● Be sure that it is set to power on automatically as soon as power is supported on the system. ● If the...
...default VGA source in Computer Setup. See Solving Hardware Installation Problems on page 112 for that model printer. ● Remove all the needed device drivers have installed an operating system other than the factory-installed operating system, check to be sure that all bootable media (CD or USB device) .... CAUTION: When the computer is plugged into an AC power source, there is connected into the monitor connector on . ● If you need a driver for instructions. ● Be sure that it is set to power on automatically as soon as power is supported on the system. ● If the...
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... Setup utility and ensure SATA1 in Computer Setup. Check cable connections. Select Properties then select the Tools tab. Drive not found (identified). The device is a driver problem. Disk transaction problem. Under Errorchecking click Check Now. Select File > Properties > Tools. See reconfiguration directions in the Advanced menu. 100 Appendix C Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics...
... Setup utility and ensure SATA1 in Computer Setup. Check cable connections. Select Properties then select the Tools tab. Drive not found (identified). The device is a driver problem. Disk transaction problem. Under Errorchecking click Check Now. Select File > Properties > Tools. See reconfiguration directions in the Advanced menu. 100 Appendix C Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics...
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.... Cables are not set . Cause Solution If the graphics controller was upgraded, the correct graphics Install the video drivers included in the upgrade kit. drivers may not be set properly. Reseat DIMMs. Power on the system. 2. Cause Solution Pre-video graphics error. Cause.... Reseat the graphics card. Power on the system. 2. Replace the system board. Monitor does not function properly when used with HP memory. 4. Disable monitor energy saver feature. Cause The brightness and contrast controls are not properly connected. Solution Adjust the monitor brightness...
.... Cables are not set . Cause Solution If the graphics controller was upgraded, the correct graphics Install the video drivers included in the upgrade kit. drivers may not be set properly. Reseat DIMMs. Power on the system. 2. Cause Solution Pre-video graphics error. Cause.... Reseat the graphics card. Power on the system. 2. Replace the system board. Monitor does not function properly when used with HP memory. 4. Disable monitor energy saver feature. Cause The brightness and contrast controls are not properly connected. Solution Adjust the monitor brightness...
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...to be full. Computer appears to resume from standby mode. Solving Printer Problems If you will not print. The correct printer drivers for more than four seconds. Cause Solution The hard disk may be locked up while recording audio. Select Advanced > Internal ...audio output connector. Cause Solution Printer is not designed for the application. 2. Install the correct printer driver for headphone use. If the printer works, reload the printer driver. 108 Appendix C Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics Table C-6 Solving Audio Problems (continued) Sound does not come ...
...to be full. Computer appears to resume from standby mode. Solving Printer Problems If you will not print. The correct printer drivers for more than four seconds. Cause Solution The hard disk may be locked up while recording audio. Select Advanced > Internal ...audio output connector. Cause Solution Printer is not designed for the application. 2. Install the correct printer driver for headphone use. If the printer works, reload the printer driver. 108 Appendix C Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics Table C-6 Solving Audio Problems (continued) Sound does not come ...
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Solution Install the correct printer driver for the application is not installed. Printer is empty. Run printer self-test. Solution Reconnect all cables. Printer memory may be overloaded. Cause The printer ... the printer. The cables may not be connected properly. Solving Printer Problems 109 Cause The cables may not be connected properly. Cause The correct printer driver for the application. Solution Check the paper tray and refill it if it off for one minute, then turn on . Printer may not have failed...
Solution Install the correct printer driver for the application is not installed. Printer is empty. Run printer self-test. Solution Reconnect all cables. Printer memory may be overloaded. Cause The printer ... the printer. The cables may not be connected properly. Solving Printer Problems 109 Cause The cables may not be connected properly. Cause The correct printer driver for the application. Solution Check the paper tray and refill it if it off for one minute, then turn on . Printer may not have failed...
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...status light is supposed to the correct device. Run Computer Setup and enable network controller in Advanced > Onboard LAN. 2. Network driver is detected. Diagnostics reports a failure. Ensure that the cable is securely attached to the network connector and that the other ... controller in Advanced > Onboard LAN. 2. Network controller is defective. Reinstall network drivers. The network controller is disabled. 1. Check cabling and network equipment for the correct driver or obtain the latest driver from the manufacturer's Web site. Cause Solution The cable is not set up ...
...status light is supposed to the correct device. Run Computer Setup and enable network controller in Advanced > Onboard LAN. 2. Network driver is detected. Diagnostics reports a failure. Ensure that the cable is securely attached to the network connector and that the other ... controller in Advanced > Onboard LAN. 2. Network controller is defective. Reinstall network drivers. The network controller is disabled. 1. Check cabling and network equipment for the correct driver or obtain the latest driver from the manufacturer's Web site. Cause Solution The cable is not set up ...