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... the input and output of programs that make up your computer: the system board, your sound card, your keyboard, and so on. • About Your BIOS (Basic Input/Output system) - information about the set of data to upgrade or customize your computer. Purpose of This Guide The purpose of this guide...
... the input and output of programs that make up your computer: the system board, your sound card, your keyboard, and so on. • About Your BIOS (Basic Input/Output system) - information about the set of data to upgrade or customize your computer. Purpose of This Guide The purpose of this guide...
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Setting a Password 26 Power Management in Your Computer 22 The HP Setup Program 23 Working Within the Setup Program 24 Boot Device Priority 25 Saving Your Changes and Leaving Setup 25 Protecting Your Computer 26 Restricting ... Password on Startup 30 Clearing the CMOS Configuration 31 3 Upgrading and Adding Accessories Why Upgrade 34 Upgrades and Accessories You Can Install 35 6 2 About Your BIOS The BIOS in the BIOS 27 Checking Your Configuration 28 Warning Messages and the Power-On Self-Test 29 Beep Codes 29 How to Your Computer -
Setting a Password 26 Power Management in Your Computer 22 The HP Setup Program 23 Working Within the Setup Program 24 Boot Device Priority 25 Saving Your Changes and Leaving Setup 25 Protecting Your Computer 26 Restricting ... Password on Startup 30 Clearing the CMOS Configuration 31 3 Upgrading and Adding Accessories Why Upgrade 34 Upgrades and Accessories You Can Install 35 6 2 About Your BIOS The BIOS in the BIOS 27 Checking Your Configuration 28 Warning Messages and the Power-On Self-Test 29 Beep Codes 29 How to Your Computer -
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Upgrading the BIOS 36 Upgrading Hardware 37 Removing and Replacing the Cover 37 Upgrading Main Memory 39 Upgrading Video Memory 42 Upgrading a Processor 44 Adding Accessories 49 Adding Expansion Cards 49 Installing an Expansion Card 50 Installing Storage Devices 54 Changing the Battery 62 AppendixAT Commands Basic AT Commands 64 Modem Response Messages 69 Glossary 73 Index 77 7
Upgrading the BIOS 36 Upgrading Hardware 37 Removing and Replacing the Cover 37 Upgrading Main Memory 39 Upgrading Video Memory 42 Upgrading a Processor 44 Adding Accessories 49 Adding Expansion Cards 49 Installing an Expansion Card 50 Installing Storage Devices 54 Changing the Battery 62 AppendixAT Commands Basic AT Commands 64 Modem Response Messages 69 Glossary 73 Index 77 7
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... further configuration by using the Setup program. • It provides the link between the software running on your computer, which is part of the BIOS. What Can I Do with You can configure certain aspects of your computer's hardware (the hard disk, the keyboard, the display, and so on...). HP Setup Program" on page 23 for more information about the Setup program. 22 The BIOS is stored in Your Computer What Is the BIOS? A computer's BIOS is specific to be independent of the System ROM and is part of any...
... further configuration by using the Setup program. • It provides the link between the software running on your computer, which is part of the BIOS. What Can I Do with You can configure certain aspects of your computer's hardware (the hard disk, the keyboard, the display, and so on...). HP Setup Program" on page 23 for more information about the Setup program. 22 The BIOS is stored in Your Computer What Is the BIOS? A computer's BIOS is specific to be independent of the System ROM and is part of any...
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... move the cursor to each field. It is accessed by pressing the key during the POST. 2 About Your BIOS The HP Setup Program The HP Setup Program The built-in the BIOS" on page 25. • Exit: for selecting power-management modes to reduce the amount of energy used after...Setup program. 23 Refer to your boot device order and priority. The Setup program changes system behavior by highlighting the item (refer to boot properly. HP strongly recommends that you make a note of the screen offers the following menus: • Main: for basic system configuration. • Advanced: ...
... move the cursor to each field. It is accessed by pressing the key during the POST. 2 About Your BIOS The HP Setup Program The HP Setup Program The built-in the BIOS" on page 25. • Exit: for selecting power-management modes to reduce the amount of energy used after...Setup program. 23 Refer to your boot device order and priority. The Setup program changes system behavior by highlighting the item (refer to boot properly. HP strongly recommends that you make a note of the screen offers the following menus: • Main: for basic system configuration. • Advanced: ...
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2 About Your BIOS The HP Setup Program Working Within the Setup Program The following key functions are on a sub-menu screen and you press these arrows, you will stay on a ... right arrow . • The key or + keys allow you to the top item, and the current menu. If, however, you are available when using the HP Setup program. • The or arrows can be used to select fields in the current menu. • The key moves the cursor to the next...
2 About Your BIOS The HP Setup Program Working Within the Setup Program The following key functions are on a sub-menu screen and you press these arrows, you will stay on a ... right arrow . • The key or + keys allow you to the top item, and the current menu. If, however, you are available when using the HP Setup program. • The or arrows can be used to select fields in the current menu. • The key moves the cursor to the next...
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..., you may wish to set a Password, the computer will automatically restart. On the Boot Menu use the computer. 25 During the POST, if the BIOS is unsuccessful at booting from one device, it down the list. This initially displays the POST before displaying the Boot Menu. The Boot Device Priority... and the message Press to boot from the selected drive. If you set the hard disk as the default boot device. 2 About Your BIOS The HP Setup Program Boot Device Priority You can select the order of the main menu bar to its location. Saving Your Changes and Leaving Setup When...
..., you may wish to set a Password, the computer will automatically restart. On the Boot Menu use the computer. 25 During the POST, if the BIOS is unsuccessful at booting from one device, it down the list. This initially displays the POST before displaying the Boot Menu. The Boot Device Priority... and the message Press to boot from the selected drive. If you set the hard disk as the default boot device. 2 About Your BIOS The HP Setup Program Boot Device Priority You can select the order of the main menu bar to its location. Saving Your Changes and Leaving Setup When...
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...computer will only be enabled if the Password has already been set. Then select the "Set Password" item. 3 You will be asked to "The HP Setup Program" on Boot: 1 Start the Setup Program. 2 Select the Security menu group. Then enable the "Password on Boot" item. 3 Be...changes before the computer finishes its normal startup procedure. To enable a Password on page 23. 2 Select the Security menu group. 2 About Your BIOS Protecting Your Computer Protecting Your Computer Restricting Access to clear the CMOS. Setting a Password Set a password to save your password. It should be ...
...computer will only be enabled if the Password has already been set. Then select the "Set Password" item. 3 You will be asked to "The HP Setup Program" on Boot: 1 Start the Setup Program. 2 Select the Security menu group. Then enable the "Password on Boot" item. 3 Be...changes before the computer finishes its normal startup procedure. To enable a Password on page 23. 2 Select the Security menu group. 2 About Your BIOS Protecting Your Computer Protecting Your Computer Restricting Access to clear the CMOS. Setting a Password Set a password to save your password. It should be ...
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..., network card, etc.). In Suspend Mode, graphics, the processor and hard disks are stopped. To customize the power management settings though the HP Setup program, use the or keys to move along the top of IRQs used will cause the system to resume to the Power Menu. However... Boot Exit You will be appropriate. The item is then highlighted and displays the available power management options. 2 About Your BIOS Power Management in the BIOS Power Management in the BIOS If your computer stays idle for a scheduled backup), a ring on an external modem, an IRQ signal sent by all...
..., network card, etc.). In Suspend Mode, graphics, the processor and hard disks are stopped. To customize the power management settings though the HP Setup program, use the or keys to move along the top of IRQs used will cause the system to resume to the Power Menu. However... Boot Exit You will be appropriate. The item is then highlighted and displays the available power management options. 2 About Your BIOS Power Management in the BIOS Power Management in the BIOS If your computer stays idle for a scheduled backup), a ring on an external modem, an IRQ signal sent by all...
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At the end of the POST screen, the Boot Menu will replace the computer's logo, displaying the system components and devices. 2 About Your BIOS Checking Your Configuration Checking Your Configuration To view your computer's current configuration, press the computer's logo is described in "Changing the Boot Device Priority for ...
At the end of the POST screen, the Boot Menu will replace the computer's logo, displaying the system components and devices. 2 About Your BIOS Checking Your Configuration Checking Your Configuration To view your computer's current configuration, press the computer's logo is described in "Changing the Boot Device Priority for ...
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... does not indicate an error There is performed. Beep Codes If a terminal error occurs during POST, the system issues a beep code before system startup 16h BIOS ROM checksum failure 20h DRAM refresh test failure 22h 8742 Keyboard controller test failure 2Ch RAM failure on address line 2Eh RAM failure on data... bits in low byte of memory bus 30h RAM failure on data bits in high byte of beep codes issued for terminal errors. 2 About Your BIOS Warning Messages and the Power-On Self-Test Warning Messages and the Power-On Self-Test The POST is executed each time the system is...
... does not indicate an error There is performed. Beep Codes If a terminal error occurs during POST, the system issues a beep code before system startup 16h BIOS ROM checksum failure 20h DRAM refresh test failure 22h 8742 Keyboard controller test failure 2Ch RAM failure on address line 2Eh RAM failure on data... bits in low byte of memory bus 30h RAM failure on data bits in high byte of beep codes issued for terminal errors. 2 About Your BIOS Warning Messages and the Power-On Self-Test Warning Messages and the Power-On Self-Test The POST is executed each time the system is...
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..." below for help. Note HP strongly recommends that you probably need to start up, restart the computer, enter the Setup program, then press the key. If this . 30 2 About Your BIOS How to Recover if Things... Press to enter SETUP is displayed at the bottom of any doubts about using the HP Setup program, contact you need to recover. If you have to enter the correct password on Password ...on Boot, your password, you HP-authorized support agent or reseller for details on again, then enter the correct password. These settings...
..." below for help. Note HP strongly recommends that you probably need to start up, restart the computer, enter the Setup program, then press the key. If this . 30 2 About Your BIOS How to Recover if Things... Press to enter SETUP is displayed at the bottom of any doubts about using the HP Setup program, contact you need to recover. If you have to enter the correct password on Password ...on Boot, your password, you HP-authorized support agent or reseller for details on again, then enter the correct password. These settings...
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... The CMOS will need to clear the CMOS is if the configuration stored in memory is corrupted or you turn off the computer. 2 About Your BIOS How to Recover if Things Go Wrong Clearing the CMOS Configuration The CMOS memory stores information, such as your computer's configuration, which is preserved when...
... The CMOS will need to clear the CMOS is if the configuration stored in memory is corrupted or you turn off the computer. 2 About Your BIOS How to Recover if Things Go Wrong Clearing the CMOS Configuration The CMOS memory stores information, such as your computer's configuration, which is preserved when...
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2 About Your BIOS How to Recover if Things Go Wrong 32
2 About Your BIOS How to Recover if Things Go Wrong 32
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... Memory Upgrade Modules† 16 MB, 32 MB or 64 MB IDE and Floppy Drive Connectors AGP Video Slot Extension Card Slots Battery System Board BIOS Flash 35 Upgrades and Accessories You Can Install Some of the additional accessories that an upgrade is possible. Expansion Cards For example, a sound card Front... are shown here. 3 Upgrading and Adding Accessories Why Upgrade? Empty sockets on your computer's system board indicate that you can add to your reseller for HP accessory part numbers.
... Memory Upgrade Modules† 16 MB, 32 MB or 64 MB IDE and Floppy Drive Connectors AGP Video Slot Extension Card Slots Battery System Board BIOS Flash 35 Upgrades and Accessories You Can Install Some of the additional accessories that an upgrade is possible. Expansion Cards For example, a sound card Front... are shown here. 3 Upgrading and Adding Accessories Why Upgrade? Empty sockets on your computer's system board indicate that you can add to your reseller for HP accessory part numbers.
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You can therefore keep your system BIOS, download the appropriate BIOS utility from our support WEB site: the BIOS? Why Upgrade the Hewlett-Packard are continually improving the BIOS in Your Computer" on page 22. http://www.hp.com/go/smallbizsupport 36 3 Upgrading and Adding Accessories Upgrading the BIOS Upgrading the BIOS What Is the BIOS? efficient. How Do I Upgrade To upgrade your own computer up-to "The BIOS in their computers, introducing new features and making them more BIOS? For a description of the BIOS, refer to -date by upgrading the BIOS.
You can therefore keep your system BIOS, download the appropriate BIOS utility from our support WEB site: the BIOS? Why Upgrade the Hewlett-Packard are continually improving the BIOS in Your Computer" on page 22. http://www.hp.com/go/smallbizsupport 36 3 Upgrading and Adding Accessories Upgrading the BIOS Upgrading the BIOS What Is the BIOS? efficient. How Do I Upgrade To upgrade your own computer up-to "The BIOS in their computers, introducing new features and making them more BIOS? For a description of the BIOS, refer to -date by upgrading the BIOS.
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... the computer to the dealer from under the retaining clip (note the position of the cross marked on reconfiguring your computer, or to "The BIOS in order to recharge, disassemble, or burn the old battery. Nevertheless, in Your Computer" on page 22 for information on the battery). Static... clear the CMOS memory, returning its side, with the same type or equivalent type recommended by sliding it is properly seated. Refer to HP so that it from whom you purchased your system. 62 3 Upgrading and Adding Accessories Changing the Battery Changing the Battery Warning There is ...
... the computer to the dealer from under the retaining clip (note the position of the cross marked on reconfiguring your computer, or to "The BIOS in order to recharge, disassemble, or burn the old battery. Nevertheless, in Your Computer" on page 22 for information on the battery). Static... clear the CMOS memory, returning its side, with the same type or equivalent type recommended by sliding it is properly seated. Refer to HP so that it from whom you purchased your system. 62 3 Upgrading and Adding Accessories Changing the Battery Changing the Battery Warning There is ...
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... AGP Accelerated Graphics Port. A DMA channel allows certain types of the CPU is invariably a single chip, the microprocessor. A storage device that uses compact disc technology. BIOS Basic Input/Output System. Hard disk Storage device for use with the computer. CMOS Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor. ECC Error Correcting Code can store data...
... AGP Accelerated Graphics Port. A DMA channel allows certain types of the CPU is invariably a single chip, the microprocessor. A storage device that uses compact disc technology. BIOS Basic Input/Output System. Hard disk Storage device for use with the computer. CMOS Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor. ECC Error Correcting Code can store data...
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... connecting MIDI/GAME jack, 14 AUX In connector (MPEG), 15 B battery, changing, 62 Beep codes list of terminal errors, 29 BIOS Beep codes, 29 boot menu current boot, 25 HP Setup program, 23 C cables floppy drive, 55 hard disk, 55 cassette player, connecting, 14 CD-ROM drive audio cable connector, ... disk drive, 54 floppy disk drive connector, 10 floppy disk drive, installing, 54 H hard disk drive, installing, 54 hardware problems, battery replacement, 62 HP Setup program advanced menu, 23 boot device, 25 boot device priority, 25 boot failure, 23 boot menu, 25, 28 exit menu, 25 key functions, 24...
... connecting MIDI/GAME jack, 14 AUX In connector (MPEG), 15 B battery, changing, 62 Beep codes list of terminal errors, 29 BIOS Beep codes, 29 boot menu current boot, 25 HP Setup program, 23 C cables floppy drive, 55 hard disk, 55 cassette player, connecting, 14 CD-ROM drive audio cable connector, ... disk drive, 54 floppy disk drive connector, 10 floppy disk drive, installing, 54 H hard disk drive, installing, 54 hardware problems, battery replacement, 62 HP Setup program advanced menu, 23 boot device, 25 boot device priority, 25 boot failure, 23 boot menu, 25, 28 exit menu, 25 key functions, 24...
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..., 10 J joystick connecting, 14 jumper block frequency selection, 10 jumpers, system board configuration, 47 K key functions using the HP Setup program, 24 L Line In jack, 14 Line Out jack, 14 M main memory installing, 39 removing, 41 main...P passwords password on boot, 26 setting a password in the BIOS, 26 Plug and Play card, 49, 51 POST Beep codes table, 29 power key enhanced keyboard, 18 power menu HP Setup program, 23 power supply connector, 10 Power-On Self-... battery, 62 the cover, 38 S screen saver enhanced keyboard, 18 security menu HP Setup program, 23 set a password in the BIOS, 26 78
..., 10 J joystick connecting, 14 jumper block frequency selection, 10 jumpers, system board configuration, 47 K key functions using the HP Setup program, 24 L Line In jack, 14 Line Out jack, 14 M main memory installing, 39 removing, 41 main...P passwords password on boot, 26 setting a password in the BIOS, 26 Plug and Play card, 49, 51 POST Beep codes table, 29 power key enhanced keyboard, 18 power menu HP Setup program, 23 power supply connector, 10 Power-On Self-... battery, 62 the cover, 38 S screen saver enhanced keyboard, 18 security menu HP Setup program, 23 set a password in the BIOS, 26 78