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...xw6400 xw8400 xw9400 xw4400 xw6400 xw8400 xw9400 xw4400 xw6400 xw8400 xw9300 xw9400 xw9300 xw9400 xw4400 xw6400 xw8400 xw9400 xw4400 xw6400 xw8400 xw9400 xw4400 xw6400 xw8400 xw4600 xw9400 xw4600 xw4600 xw9400 42 Appendix A Appendix-HP... release notes for Dual Graphics Cards and Certain Red Hat Linux Versions /c01210413 Black Screen with Specific NVIDIA Quadro Graphics Cards and certain Red Hat Linux 32 bit versions /c01210315 Certain NVIDIA Quadro Graphics Cards may display a Black Screen during Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 Desktop [x86_64] Install /c01210325 Updated...Update 3 Update... BIOS...
...xw6400 xw8400 xw9400 xw4400 xw6400 xw8400 xw9400 xw4400 xw6400 xw8400 xw9300 xw9400 xw9300 xw9400 xw4400 xw6400 xw8400 xw9400 xw4400 xw6400 xw8400 xw9400 xw4400 xw6400 xw8400 xw4600 xw9400 xw4600 xw4600 xw9400 42 Appendix A Appendix-HP... release notes for Dual Graphics Cards and Certain Red Hat Linux Versions /c01210413 Black Screen with Specific NVIDIA Quadro Graphics Cards and certain Red Hat Linux 32 bit versions /c01210315 Certain NVIDIA Quadro Graphics Cards may display a Black Screen during Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 Desktop [x86_64] Install /c01210325 Updated...Update 3 Update... BIOS...
HP xw Workstation series Setup and Troubleshooting Guide
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media 21 Restoring the operating system 21 ENWW iii Table of contents 1 Locating HP resources Product information ...2 Product support ...3 Product documentation ...4 Product diagnostics ...5 Product updates ...6 2 Setting up the Hardware Quick setup ...7 Ventilation, COA label, and serial number... the HP driver CD 16 Installing and customizing Red Hat-enabled workstations 17 Verifying hardware compatibility 17 Setting up Novell SLED ...17 Updating the workstation ...17 Updating the workstation after first boot 17 Upgrading the BIOS ...17 Determining current BIOS 18 Upgrading BIOS 19 ...
media 21 Restoring the operating system 21 ENWW iii Table of contents 1 Locating HP resources Product information ...2 Product support ...3 Product documentation ...4 Product diagnostics ...5 Product updates ...6 2 Setting up the Hardware Quick setup ...7 Ventilation, COA label, and serial number... the HP driver CD 16 Installing and customizing Red Hat-enabled workstations 17 Verifying hardware compatibility 17 Setting up Novell SLED ...17 Updating the workstation ...17 Updating the workstation after first boot 17 Upgrading the BIOS ...17 Determining current BIOS 18 Upgrading BIOS 19 ...
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... This section provides information on the following HP resources for your workstation: Topics Product information on page 2 ● HP Cool Tools ● Regulatory information ● Accessories ● System board ● Serial number and Certificate of Authenticity labels ● Linux Product support on..., Notices Product diagnostics on page 5 ● Diagnostics tools ● Audible beeps and LED code definitions ● Web-based support tools Product updates on page 6 ● Software, BIOS, and driver updates ● Operating system reinstallation ● Operating system ENWW 1
... This section provides information on the following HP resources for your workstation: Topics Product information on page 2 ● HP Cool Tools ● Regulatory information ● Accessories ● System board ● Serial number and Certificate of Authenticity labels ● Linux Product support on..., Notices Product diagnostics on page 5 ● Diagnostics tools ● Audible beeps and LED code definitions ● Web-based support tools Product updates on page 6 ● Software, BIOS, and driver updates ● Operating system reinstallation ● Operating system ENWW 1
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Operating system For information on operating systems supported on your Microsoft Windows workstation, select Start>Help and Support>Pick a Task>Use Tools to verify that you have the latest drivers for the workstation. Product updates Table 1-5 Product updates Topic Location Software, BIOS, and driver updates See http://www.hp.com/go /wsos. 6 Chapter 1 Locating HP resources ENWW To locate the current workstation BIOS on HP workstations, see http://www.hp.com/go /workstationsupport to view...>Tools>My Computer Information>View general system information....
Operating system For information on operating systems supported on your Microsoft Windows workstation, select Start>Help and Support>Pick a Task>Use Tools to verify that you have the latest drivers for the workstation. Product updates Table 1-5 Product updates Topic Location Software, BIOS, and driver updates See http://www.hp.com/go /wsos. 6 Chapter 1 Locating HP resources ENWW To locate the current workstation BIOS on HP workstations, see http://www.hp.com/go /workstationsupport to view...>Tools>My Computer Information>View general system information....
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...system on page 15 Setting up Red Hat Enterprise Linux on the workstation. CAUTION: Do not add optional hardware or third-party devices to determine that you have the latest BIOS, drivers, and software updates installed on page 16 Setting up the operating system ENWW Adding ... the operating system from installing correctly. 14 Chapter 3 Setting up Novell SLED on page 17 Updating the workstation on page 17 This chapter also includes information on how to the HP workstation until the operating system is successfully installed. 3 Setting up the operating system This chapter provides ...
...system on page 15 Setting up Red Hat Enterprise Linux on the workstation. CAUTION: Do not add optional hardware or third-party devices to determine that you have the latest BIOS, drivers, and software updates installed on page 16 Setting up the operating system ENWW Adding ... the operating system from installing correctly. 14 Chapter 3 Setting up Novell SLED on page 17 Updating the workstation on page 17 This chapter also includes information on how to the HP workstation until the operating system is successfully installed. 3 Setting up the operating system This chapter provides ...
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..., you install the latest BIOS, driver, and software updates on a regular basis. To use the drivers in the HP Installer kit for your system. Boot the workstation. 2. Visit the full Novell Customer Center documentation at http://www.hp.com/go/subscriberschoice. Installing and customizing Red Hat-enabled workstations Linux-enabled workstations require the HP Installer Kit and the...
..., you install the latest BIOS, driver, and software updates on a regular basis. To use the drivers in the HP Installer kit for your system. Boot the workstation. 2. Visit the full Novell Customer Center documentation at http://www.hp.com/go/subscriberschoice. Installing and customizing Red Hat-enabled workstations Linux-enabled workstations require the HP Installer Kit and the...
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...Tasks. 3. Follow the instructions to http://www.hp.com/go /workstationsupport. 2. If the BIOS on the Web site is a version later than the one on your system, no driver is required. 5. To upgrade device drivers: 1. ENWW Updating the workstation 19 Select Download Drivers and Software from the left...'s Web site to ensure the best compatibility between your device and your device from HP, HP recommends visiting the HP Web site first to download the latest drivers for HP workstation compatibility. If the BIOS on the Web site is not found, see if your device and its drivers...
...Tasks. 3. Follow the instructions to http://www.hp.com/go /workstationsupport. 2. If the BIOS on the Web site is a version later than the one on your system, no driver is required. 5. To upgrade device drivers: 1. ENWW Updating the workstation 19 Select Download Drivers and Software from the left...'s Web site to ensure the best compatibility between your device and your device from HP, HP recommends visiting the HP Web site first to download the latest drivers for HP workstation compatibility. If the BIOS on the Web site is not found, see if your device and its drivers...
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...system other option. At startup ● Verify that they may need to qualify prior to the source selected as an updated BIOS version that the workstation and monitor are plugged into a working electrical outlet. ● Remove all diskettes from your system before taking place.... product, such as the primary VGA adapter. During operation ● Look for loose or incorrect connections. ● Wake the workstation by visiting http://www.hp.com/go / workstationsupport. 3. if the monitor is operating correctly. ● Check all required device drivers have connected a printer...
...system other option. At startup ● Verify that they may need to qualify prior to the source selected as an updated BIOS version that the workstation and monitor are plugged into a working electrical outlet. ● Remove all diskettes from your system before taking place.... product, such as the primary VGA adapter. During operation ● Look for loose or incorrect connections. ● Wake the workstation by visiting http://www.hp.com/go / workstationsupport. 3. if the monitor is operating correctly. ● Check all required device drivers have connected a printer...
Broadcom PCI Express NIC Installation
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... align with the system board facing up. 3. NOTE: If you can download the latest BIOS and driver updates later. 2. Install the PCI Express card 3. Installing your PCI Express NIC Hardware To install your HP Workstation. 1 2 3 4 6. Release the PCI levers by first pressing down on your PCI...(NIC) into a PCI Express slot on your workstation at www.hp.com/support/workstationsupport. If you have Internet access until after installing the network card, you will not have Internet access, download the latest BIOS and driver updates from the system, remove the hood cover, and...
... align with the system board facing up. 3. NOTE: If you can download the latest BIOS and driver updates later. 2. Install the PCI Express card 3. Installing your PCI Express NIC Hardware To install your HP Workstation. 1 2 3 4 6. Release the PCI levers by first pressing down on your PCI...(NIC) into a PCI Express slot on your workstation at www.hp.com/support/workstationsupport. If you have Internet access until after installing the network card, you will not have Internet access, download the latest BIOS and driver updates from the system, remove the hood cover, and...
Second Xeon processor installation
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... processor incorrectly can damage the electronic components of static electricity by HP. It describes proper workstation, setup, posture, and health and work properly. ✎ NOTE: Failure to install the latest BIOS could cause your workstation to install it yourself, read the Safety & Comfort Guide. ...; Printed copies of relevant workstation documentation, which can be sure you are discharged of the workstation. They have been extensively tested for your workstation, see http://www.hp.com/go/bizsupport and verify that you have the necessary updates for your new processor to...
... processor incorrectly can damage the electronic components of static electricity by HP. It describes proper workstation, setup, posture, and health and work properly. ✎ NOTE: Failure to install the latest BIOS could cause your workstation to install it yourself, read the Safety & Comfort Guide. ...; Printed copies of relevant workstation documentation, which can be sure you are discharged of the workstation. They have been extensively tested for your workstation, see http://www.hp.com/go/bizsupport and verify that you have the necessary updates for your new processor to...
HP xw Workstation series - Transition from PATA optical disc drives to SATA optical disc drives
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...-installation Environment (WinPE 3 Mixing PATA and SATA optical drives 4 FailSafe Boot Block BIOS recovery...4 HP xw4400 Workstation ...4 Boot to DOS ...4 DLA ...4 HP xw6400 Workstation ...4 Boot to DOS ...4 DLA ...5 Update BIOS using the Computer Setup Utility (F10 Setup 5 Auto Boot Order ...5 HP xw8400 Workstation ...6 Boot to DOS ...6 DLA ...6 Update BIOS using the Computer Setup Utility (F10 setup 6 Two identical SATA optical disc drive...
...-installation Environment (WinPE 3 Mixing PATA and SATA optical drives 4 FailSafe Boot Block BIOS recovery...4 HP xw4400 Workstation ...4 Boot to DOS ...4 DLA ...4 HP xw6400 Workstation ...4 Boot to DOS ...4 DLA ...5 Update BIOS using the Computer Setup Utility (F10 Setup 5 Auto Boot Order ...5 HP xw8400 Workstation ...6 Boot to DOS ...6 DLA ...6 Update BIOS using the Computer Setup Utility (F10 setup 6 Two identical SATA optical disc drive...
HP xw Workstation series - Transition from PATA optical disc drives to SATA optical disc drives
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... will be attached to a functional SATA port. If SATA Emulation is changed for this mode. HP is investigating possible solutions to the limitations that currently exist in RAID+AHCI mode. Update BIOS using the Computer Setup Utility (F10 Setup) When the SATA configuration mode is set to RAID...to the drive to provide DLA. If the SATA emulation mode is changed to update the BIOS, then the SATA optical drive must be able to assign a drive letter to the drive to provide DLA. HP xw8400 Workstation The following topics are suggested workarounds: • Develop and use a WinPE ...
... will be attached to a functional SATA port. If SATA Emulation is changed for this mode. HP is investigating possible solutions to the limitations that currently exist in RAID+AHCI mode. Update BIOS using the Computer Setup Utility (F10 Setup) When the SATA configuration mode is set to RAID...to the drive to provide DLA. If the SATA emulation mode is changed to update the BIOS, then the SATA optical drive must be able to assign a drive letter to the drive to provide DLA. HP xw8400 Workstation The following topics are suggested workarounds: • Develop and use a WinPE ...
HP xw6400 Workstation - Service and Technical Reference Guide
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... Utility ...25 BIOS ROM ...26 Using the Computer Setup (F10) Utility 26 Computer Setup (F10) Utility menu 27 Desktop management ...35 Initial configuration and deployment 35 Remote system installation 35 Updating and managing software 36 HP Client Manager Software... 36 Altiris Client Management Solutions 36 System Software Manager 37 Proactive Change Notification 37 Subscriber's Choice 37 ROM flash ...37 Remote ROM Flash 38 HPQFlash ...38 FailSafe Boot Block ROM 38 Replicating the setup 39 Copying to a single workstation 39 Copying to multiple workstations...
... Utility ...25 BIOS ROM ...26 Using the Computer Setup (F10) Utility 26 Computer Setup (F10) Utility menu 27 Desktop management ...35 Initial configuration and deployment 35 Remote system installation 35 Updating and managing software 36 HP Client Manager Software... 36 Altiris Client Management Solutions 36 System Software Manager 37 Proactive Change Notification 37 Subscriber's Choice 37 ROM flash ...37 Remote ROM Flash 38 HPQFlash ...38 FailSafe Boot Block ROM 38 Replicating the setup 39 Copying to a single workstation 39 Copying to multiple workstations...
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...>Default setup>Restore Factory Settings as Default. This option restores the original factory system defaults. CAUTION: Do not power off the workstation while the ROM is subject to a USB device. Save to set system time and date. Select Apply Defaults and Exit. Enables...Number ● Asset Tracking Number ● Boot Block Date Displays copyright information. Use the arrow (left and right) keys to flash (update) system BIOS using any supported removable mass storage device (CD-ROM, USB drive, floppy). Enables you to Removable Media Saves the system configuration, including...
...>Default setup>Restore Factory Settings as Default. This option restores the original factory system defaults. CAUTION: Do not power off the workstation while the ROM is subject to a USB device. Save to set system time and date. Select Apply Defaults and Exit. Enables...Number ● Asset Tracking Number ● Boot Block Date Displays copyright information. Use the arrow (left and right) keys to flash (update) system BIOS using any supported removable mass storage device (CD-ROM, USB drive, floppy). Enables you to Removable Media Saves the system configuration, including...
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...Technology (EIST) and Demand-Based Switching (DBS). ACPI S3 Hard Disk Reset When enabled, the BIOS sends a "drive reset" command to the SAS and SATA drives when resuming from running in... (F10) Utility menu descriptions (continued) Heading Option Description NOTE: A setup password must be updated if the current chassis serial number is invalid. (These ID numbers are normally set in the...POST. This allows the operating system to -RAM state. the operating system will never enter S3 if one of the operating system to increase workstation performance. ACPI S3 PS2 Mouse Wake Up...
...Technology (EIST) and Demand-Based Switching (DBS). ACPI S3 Hard Disk Reset When enabled, the BIOS sends a "drive reset" command to the SAS and SATA drives when resuming from running in... (F10) Utility menu descriptions (continued) Heading Option Description NOTE: A setup password must be updated if the current chassis serial number is invalid. (These ID numbers are normally set in the...POST. This allows the operating system to -RAM state. the operating system will never enter S3 if one of the operating system to increase workstation performance. ACPI S3 PS2 Mouse Wake Up...
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...9679; Updating the operating system, application software, or drivers To initiate a remote system installation, press F12 when the F12=Network Service Boot message appears in the lower-right corner of the HP logo screen. After a brief software "unbundling" process, the workstation is a BIOS configuration setting... that can be changed to always attempt to copy the contents from http://www.hp.com/go/easydeploy) provides standards-based solutions...
...9679; Updating the operating system, application software, or drivers To initiate a remote system installation, press F12 when the F12=Network Service Boot message appears in the lower-right corner of the HP logo screen. After a brief software "unbundling" process, the workstation is a BIOS configuration setting... that can be changed to always attempt to copy the contents from http://www.hp.com/go/easydeploy) provides standards-based solutions...
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..., ultimately lowering the total cost of owning HP client PCs. HP Client Manager Software HP Client Manager Software (HP CMS) assists HP customers in managing the hardware aspects of their client workstations with thermal warnings, memory alerts, and more ● Remote updating of system software such as device drivers and ROM BIOS ● Remote changing of boot order...
..., ultimately lowering the total cost of owning HP client PCs. HP Client Manager Software HP Client Manager Software (HP CMS) assists HP customers in managing the hardware aspects of their client workstations with thermal warnings, memory alerts, and more ● Remote updating of system software such as device drivers and ROM BIOS ● Remote changing of boot order...
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...has experienced an error. LED color definitions An LED light exists on the system. ● Are you running the latest BIOS version, drivers, and software updates? System is on ? ● Is the green monitor light illuminated? ● Adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls... each application? ● Remove all printer drivers been installed for each color signifies. HP Insight Diagnostics Offline Edition The diagnostics utility enables you to a working electrical outlet? ● Is the workstation powered on? ● Is the green power light illuminated? ● Is the ...
...has experienced an error. LED color definitions An LED light exists on the system. ● Are you running the latest BIOS version, drivers, and software updates? System is on ? ● Is the green monitor light illuminated? ● Adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls... each application? ● Remove all printer drivers been installed for each color signifies. HP Insight Diagnostics Offline Edition The diagnostics utility enables you to a working electrical outlet? ● Is the workstation powered on? ● Is the green power light illuminated? ● Is the ...
HP xw6400 Workstation - Service and Technical Reference Guide
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... correctly and that workstation air vents are inaccessible while the SATA controller is not installed correctly or has failed. 1. If this message persists, you may need service for your computer model. Verify processor speed selection. 3. processor. 1803-BIOS Update Needed for your ...Setup (F10 Setup). 2. Run the Drive Protection System test if available. 7. Upgrade BIOS to the same IDE controller. Run hard drive diagnostics. 5. Run Computer Setup (F10 Setup). 2. http://www.hp.com. controller. 1790-Disk 0 Error The drive is running. 2. Run the Drive...
... correctly and that workstation air vents are inaccessible while the SATA controller is not installed correctly or has failed. 1. If this message persists, you may need service for your computer model. Verify processor speed selection. 3. processor. 1803-BIOS Update Needed for your ...Setup (F10 Setup). 2. Run the Drive Protection System test if available. 7. Upgrade BIOS to the same IDE controller. Run hard drive diagnostics. 5. Run Computer Setup (F10 Setup). 2. http://www.hp.com. controller. 1790-Disk 0 Error The drive is running. 2. Run the Drive...
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...updated using a SATA ODD attached to update system BIOS. BIOS can be detected first by workstation product as shown in the same workstation. For example, if the first ODD is a SATA drive and the second ODD is a PATA drive, the system will always be used to functional ports. I Appendix I- You will generally result in a workstation. HP xw8400/xw6400/xw4400 Workstation... determine which ports can be able to : ● Separate Mode - HP w9400 Workstation BIOS configuration When the xw9400 Workstation is set to them must have RAID turned off. ENWW Drive detection and...
...updated using a SATA ODD attached to update system BIOS. BIOS can be detected first by workstation product as shown in the same workstation. For example, if the first ODD is a SATA drive and the second ODD is a PATA drive, the system will always be used to functional ports. I Appendix I- You will generally result in a workstation. HP xw8400/xw6400/xw4400 Workstation... determine which ports can be able to : ● Separate Mode - HP w9400 Workstation BIOS configuration When the xw9400 Workstation is set to them must have RAID turned off. ENWW Drive detection and...