Installing Microsoft Windows Vista on Selected HP Products
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...1 GHz processor 1 GB of system memory 15 GB free space on the HP Web site for Application Compatibility 5. Backup All User Data 4. Check and Upgrade BIOS 2. Install or Upgrade Check and Upgrade BIOS 1. Start your computer model and system BIOS... Premium Business Clean Install Upgrade Upgrade Upgrade Upgrade Clean Install Clean Install Upgrade Clean Install Clean Install Clean Install Clean Install Ultimate Upgrade Upgrade Upgrade Upgrade Clean Install Clean Install Minimum Requirements 800MHz or better processor 512 MB of system memory ...
...1 GHz processor 1 GB of system memory 15 GB free space on the HP Web site for Application Compatibility 5. Backup All User Data 4. Check and Upgrade BIOS 2. Install or Upgrade Check and Upgrade BIOS 1. Start your computer model and system BIOS... Premium Business Clean Install Upgrade Upgrade Upgrade Upgrade Clean Install Clean Install Upgrade Clean Install Clean Install Clean Install Clean Install Ultimate Upgrade Upgrade Upgrade Upgrade Clean Install Clean Install Minimum Requirements 800MHz or better processor 512 MB of system memory ...
Hardware Reference Guide - HP Compaq dc7800 Convertible Minitower
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...Keyboard ...5 Using the Windows Logo Key 6 Special Mouse Functions ...7 Serial Number Location ...7 2 Hardware Upgrades Serviceability Features ...8 Warnings and Cautions ...8 Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock ...9 Smart Cover FailSafe Key 9...13 Replacing the Front Bezel ...14 Removing Bezel Blanks ...15 Installing Additional Memory ...16 DIMMs ...16 DDR2-SDRAM DIMMs ...16 Populating DIMM Sockets 17 Installing...Changing from a Minitower to a Desktop Configuration 38 Changing from a Desktop to a MinitowerConfiguration 40 Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Battery Replacement Appendix C External ...
...Keyboard ...5 Using the Windows Logo Key 6 Special Mouse Functions ...7 Serial Number Location ...7 2 Hardware Upgrades Serviceability Features ...8 Warnings and Cautions ...8 Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock ...9 Smart Cover FailSafe Key 9...13 Replacing the Front Bezel ...14 Removing Bezel Blanks ...15 Installing Additional Memory ...16 DIMMs ...16 DDR2-SDRAM DIMMs ...16 Populating DIMM Sockets 17 Installing...Changing from a Minitower to a Desktop Configuration 38 Changing from a Desktop to a MinitowerConfiguration 40 Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Battery Replacement Appendix C External ...
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...preinstalled DIMM. To achieve the maximum memory support, you install unsupported DIMMs. 16 Chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades ENWW DIMMs constructed with double data rate 2 synchronous dynamic random access memory (DDR2SDRAM) dual inline memory modules (DIMMs). Installing Additional Memory The computer comes with x4 SDRAM are...: ● 512Mbit and 1Gbit non-ECC memory technologies ● single-sided and double-sided DIMMs ● DIMMs constructed with up to 8 GB of memory configured in a highperforming dual channel mode. DIMMs The memory sockets on the system board can populate the...
...preinstalled DIMM. To achieve the maximum memory support, you install unsupported DIMMs. 16 Chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades ENWW DIMMs constructed with double data rate 2 synchronous dynamic random access memory (DDR2SDRAM) dual inline memory modules (DIMMs). Installing Additional Memory The computer comes with x4 SDRAM are...: ● 512Mbit and 1Gbit non-ECC memory technologies ● single-sided and double-sided DIMMs ● DIMMs constructed with up to 8 GB of memory configured in a highperforming dual channel mode. DIMMs The memory sockets on the system board can populate the...
Hardware Reference Guide - HP Compaq dc7800 Convertible Minitower
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..., voltage is always supplied to the memory modules as long as the computer is plugged into an active AC outlet. The memory module sockets have gold-plated metal contacts. When upgrading the memory, it is important to use memory modules with the two 512MB DIMMs. ...populated with gold-plated metal contacts to cool before touching. 18 Chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades ENWW Adding or removing memory modules while voltage is present may damage the module. 1. Adding or removing memory modules while voltage is present may cause irreparable damage to Appendix D, Electrostatic Discharge...
..., voltage is always supplied to the memory modules as long as the computer is plugged into an active AC outlet. The memory module sockets have gold-plated metal contacts. When upgrading the memory, it is important to use memory modules with the two 512MB DIMMs. ...populated with gold-plated metal contacts to cool before touching. 18 Chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades ENWW Adding or removing memory modules while voltage is present may damage the module. 1. Adding or removing memory modules while voltage is present may cause irreparable damage to Appendix D, Electrostatic Discharge...
Quick Setup and Getting Started Guide
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... Down. Refer to the Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide for upgrading this computer and scenarios for four seconds. Finding More Information The ...or modify default settings for maintenance purposes or when installing new hardware devices. ● Desktop Management Guide-Provides definitions and "how to" instructions for security and Intelligent Manageability features ...any data. includes information about using the Computer Setup utility. includes information on RTC batteries, memory, and power supply. ● Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide-Provides instructions on some models...
... Down. Refer to the Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide for upgrading this computer and scenarios for four seconds. Finding More Information The ...or modify default settings for maintenance purposes or when installing new hardware devices. ● Desktop Management Guide-Provides definitions and "how to" instructions for security and Intelligent Manageability features ...any data. includes information about using the Computer Setup utility. includes information on RTC batteries, memory, and power supply. ● Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide-Provides instructions on some models...
Quick Setup and Getting Started Guide
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Upgrade the graphics solution. Cause unknown. ENWW Basic Troubleshooting 19 Add more memory. 3. Some software applications, especially games, are not blocked and the processor cooling fan is not spinning, then replace the heatsink/fan assembly. ... an authorized reseller or service provider. If the processor fan is not spinning, make sure the fan's cable is not properly attached to free up memory. 2. Table 1 Solving General Problems (continued) Poor performance is plugged in the application. 2. Cause Solution Processor thermal protection activated: A fan may be...
Upgrade the graphics solution. Cause unknown. ENWW Basic Troubleshooting 19 Add more memory. 3. Some software applications, especially games, are not blocked and the processor cooling fan is not spinning, then replace the heatsink/fan assembly. ... an authorized reseller or service provider. If the processor fan is not spinning, make sure the fan's cable is not properly attached to free up memory. 2. Table 1 Solving General Problems (continued) Poor performance is plugged in the application. 2. Cause Solution Processor thermal protection activated: A fan may be...
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... or is bad. Replace DIMMs one at a time to verify the proper installation. Replace third-party memory with a graphics card: 1. For systems with HP memory. 4. NOTE: DIMM 1 must always be installed. 3. Replace the graphics card. 3. Replace the ...system board. Observe the beeps and LED lights on the system. 2. If you must always be installed. 2. or memory modules were installed in the upgrade 1. Beeps and flashing LEDs are using the correct memory...
... or is bad. Replace DIMMs one at a time to verify the proper installation. Replace third-party memory with a graphics card: 1. For systems with HP memory. 4. NOTE: DIMM 1 must always be installed. 3. Replace the graphics card. 3. Replace the ...system board. Observe the beeps and LED lights on the system. 2. If you must always be installed. 2. or memory modules were installed in the upgrade 1. Beeps and flashing LEDs are using the correct memory...
Illustrated Parts & Service Map - HP Compaq dc7800 Convertible Minitower Business PC
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... on the previous page or in the unlikely event of memory. 301-, 304-Keyboard error Keyboard failure. For one device, use SATA 0 and SATA 1. dc7800 Illustrated Parts & Service Map, CMT Chassis 459785-001 page 4 To recover from the hp Web site using the FAT12, FAT16, or FAT32 file system... as soon as the computer is in Windows, click Start > Shut Down > Restart. 2. Diagnostic Functions Diagnostic functions are improperly attached. To upgrade the ROM, download the latest ROM BIOS image from booting when a CD containing the BIOS image file is turned on , press F10 when the...
... on the previous page or in the unlikely event of memory. 301-, 304-Keyboard error Keyboard failure. For one device, use SATA 0 and SATA 1. dc7800 Illustrated Parts & Service Map, CMT Chassis 459785-001 page 4 To recover from the hp Web site using the FAT12, FAT16, or FAT32 file system... as soon as the computer is in Windows, click Start > Shut Down > Restart. 2. Diagnostic Functions Diagnostic functions are improperly attached. To upgrade the ROM, download the latest ROM BIOS image from booting when a CD containing the BIOS image file is turned on , press F10 when the...
Service Reference Guide - HP Compaq dc7800 Business PC
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Based on your profile, HP will deliver e-mails notifying you that the information you subscribed to upgrade the BIOS, you may be used in the Computer Setup (F10) Utility, you of the computer. Subscriber's Choice Driver and Support Alerts/...) e-mail informing you can protect the ROM from HP. Starting with new business desktops, notebooks, and workstations released in a programmable flash ROM (read only memory). Alternatively, the IP address may download the latest BIOS images from the HP driver and support page, http://www.hp.com/support/files. ROM Flash The computer's BIOS ...
Based on your profile, HP will deliver e-mails notifying you that the information you subscribed to upgrade the BIOS, you may be used in the Computer Setup (F10) Utility, you of the computer. Subscriber's Choice Driver and Support Alerts/...) e-mail informing you can protect the ROM from HP. Starting with new business desktops, notebooks, and workstations released in a programmable flash ROM (read only memory). Alternatively, the IP address may download the latest BIOS images from the HP driver and support page, http://www.hp.com/support/files. ROM Flash The computer's BIOS ...
Service Reference Guide - HP Compaq dc7800 Business PC
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... configuration, 2-GB will run as dual channel and 512-MB will operate in a higher-performing dual channel mode if the total memory capacity of the computer or optional cards. If one 512-MB DIMM, and Channel B should be assigned to Channel A. Refer to the total...XMM4, Channel B White NOTE: A DIMM must be careful not to touch any mode, the maximum operational speed is important to single channel. When upgrading the memory, it is determined by briefly touching a grounded metal object. Remove the computer access panel (Computer Access Panel on how the DIMMs are installed. ...
... configuration, 2-GB will run as dual channel and 512-MB will operate in a higher-performing dual channel mode if the total memory capacity of the computer or optional cards. If one 512-MB DIMM, and Channel B should be assigned to Channel A. Refer to the total...XMM4, Channel B White NOTE: A DIMM must be careful not to touch any mode, the maximum operational speed is important to single channel. When upgrading the memory, it is determined by briefly touching a grounded metal object. Remove the computer access panel (Computer Access Panel on how the DIMMs are installed. ...
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... with each other. WARNING! Prepare the computer for disassembly (Preparation for Disassembly on page 53. be careful not to the memory modules or system board. The memory module sockets have gold-plated metal contacts. Doing so may cause irreparable damage to touch any mode, the maximum operational speed... components of personal injury from having incompatible metals in the system. To reduce risk of the computer or optional cards. When upgrading the memory, it is present may damage the module. 1. Remove the access panel (Computer Access Panel on page 113). 3.
... with each other. WARNING! Prepare the computer for disassembly (Preparation for Disassembly on page 53. be careful not to the memory modules or system board. The memory module sockets have gold-plated metal contacts. Doing so may cause irreparable damage to touch any mode, the maximum operational speed... components of personal injury from having incompatible metals in the system. To reduce risk of the computer or optional cards. When upgrading the memory, it is present may damage the module. 1. Remove the access panel (Computer Access Panel on page 113). 3.
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...upgrading the memory, it is important to use memory modules with gold-plated metal contacts to prevent corrosion and/or oxidation resulting from hot surfaces, allow the internal system components to the memory modules or system board. For more memory than the other . WARNING! The memory... into an active AC outlet. Doing so may cause irreparable damage to cool before adding or removing memory modules. Locate the memory module sockets on page 159). 2. Memory 167 Populating SODIMM Sockets Item Description Socket Color 1 SODIMM1 socket, Channel A Black 2 SODIMM3 socket,...
...upgrading the memory, it is important to use memory modules with gold-plated metal contacts to prevent corrosion and/or oxidation resulting from hot surfaces, allow the internal system components to the memory modules or system board. For more memory than the other . WARNING! The memory... into an active AC outlet. Doing so may cause irreparable damage to cool before adding or removing memory modules. Locate the memory module sockets on page 159). 2. Memory 167 Populating SODIMM Sockets Item Description Socket Color 1 SODIMM1 socket, Channel A Black 2 SODIMM3 socket,...
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... 1797-SATA Drivelock is Disabled. Reenter Computer Setup and select Security > Drivelock. Upgrade BIOS to fail. (Some hard drives 1. Reboot the computer. Unplug the power cord, re-seat the memory modules, and reboot the computer. 3. Either remove the Drivelocked SATA device or ...disable the Drivelock feature. Reboot the computer. Apply hard drive firmware patch if applicable. (Available at http://www.hp.com/support.) 3. Lastly, change Storage...
... 1797-SATA Drivelock is Disabled. Reenter Computer Setup and select Security > Drivelock. Upgrade BIOS to fail. (Some hard drives 1. Reboot the computer. Unplug the power cord, re-seat the memory modules, and reboot the computer. 3. Either remove the Drivelocked SATA device or ...disable the Drivelock feature. Reboot the computer. Apply hard drive firmware patch if applicable. (Available at http://www.hp.com/support.) 3. Lastly, change Storage...
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... header. 3. If the processor fan is not spinning, make sure the fan's cable is experienced. Proper voltage setting depends on . 3. Upgrade the graphics solution. OR Press and hold the power button for less than 4 seconds. Cause Solution (Windows Vista) and type msconfig. Ensure...subsystem 1. Remove the expansion cards one at a time until the 5V_aux light on the system board turns on your region. 2. Add more memory. 3. OR The heatsink is properly connected to the processor. 1. If the hard drive LED turns green, then: 1. Open hood and ...
... header. 3. If the processor fan is not spinning, make sure the fan's cable is experienced. Proper voltage setting depends on . 3. Upgrade the graphics solution. OR Press and hold the power button for less than 4 seconds. Cause Solution (Windows Vista) and type msconfig. Ensure...subsystem 1. Remove the expansion cards one at a time until the 5V_aux light on the system board turns on your region. 2. Add more memory. 3. OR The heatsink is properly connected to the processor. 1. If the hard drive LED turns green, then: 1. Open hood and ...
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... beeps and LED lights on the screen. If you must reconfigure the computer after fifth iteration but LEDs continue flashing.) Cause Solution Memory is installed incorrectly or is not seated or connected properly. device and configures the computer. To reduce the risk of new external ...and securely connected and unplugged. Use Windows Device Manager to the system board. Computer will not start. modules were installed in the upgrade or memory 1. If you did not accept them. Cable(s) of personal injury from the wall outlet and allow the internal system components to cool...
... beeps and LED lights on the screen. If you must reconfigure the computer after fifth iteration but LEDs continue flashing.) Cause Solution Memory is installed incorrectly or is not seated or connected properly. device and configures the computer. To reduce the risk of new external ...and securely connected and unplugged. Use Windows Device Manager to the system board. Computer will not start. modules were installed in the upgrade or memory 1. If you did not accept them. Cable(s) of personal injury from the wall outlet and allow the internal system components to cool...
Technical Reference Guide: HP Compaq dc7800 Series Business Desktop Computers
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...Upgrading 3-3 3.3 Memory Subsystem 3-4 3.3.1 Memory Upgrading 3-5 3.3.2 Memory Mapping and Pre-allocation 3-5 4 System Support 4.1 Introduction 4-1 4.2 PCI Bus Overview 4-1 4.2.1 PCI 2.3 Bus Operation 4-1 4.2.2 PCI Express Bus Operation 4-3 4.2.3 Option ROM Mapping 4-4 4.2.4 PCI Interrupts 4-4 4.2.5 PCI Power Management Support 4-4 4.2.6 PCI Connectors 4-5 4.3 System Resources 4-7 4.3.1 Interrupts 4-7 4.3.2 Direct Memory Access 4-8 4.4 Real-Time Clock and Configuration Memory... 5-9 5.7.2 Pointing Device Interface Operation 5-10 iv www.hp.com Technical Reference Guide
...Upgrading 3-3 3.3 Memory Subsystem 3-4 3.3.1 Memory Upgrading 3-5 3.3.2 Memory Mapping and Pre-allocation 3-5 4 System Support 4.1 Introduction 4-1 4.2 PCI Bus Overview 4-1 4.2.1 PCI 2.3 Bus Operation 4-1 4.2.2 PCI Express Bus Operation 4-3 4.2.3 Option ROM Mapping 4-4 4.2.4 PCI Interrupts 4-4 4.2.5 PCI Power Management Support 4-4 4.2.6 PCI Connectors 4-5 4.3 System Resources 4-7 4.3.1 Interrupts 4-7 4.3.2 Direct Memory Access 4-8 4.4 Real-Time Clock and Configuration Memory... 5-9 5.7.2 Pointing Device Interface Operation 5-10 iv www.hp.com Technical Reference Guide
Technical Reference Guide: HP Compaq dc7800 Series Business Desktop Computers
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Contents 8 SYSTEM BIOS 8.1 Introduction 8-1 8.2 ROM Flashing 8-2 8.2.1 Upgrading 8-2 8.2.2 Changeable Splash Screen 8-2 8.3 Boot Functions 8-3 8.3.1 Boot Device Order 8-3 8.3.2 Network Boot (F12) Support 8-3 8.3.3 Memory Detection and Configuration 8-3 8.3.4 Boot Error Codes 8-4 8.4 Client Management Functions 8-5 8.4.1 System ID and ROM Type 8-6 8.4.2 Temperature Status 8-6 8.4.3 Drive Fault Prediction 8-6 8.5 SMBIOS support 8-7 8.6 USB Legacy Support 8-8 8.7 Management Engine Functions 8-8 A Error Messages and Codes Index vi www.hp.com Technical Reference Guide
Contents 8 SYSTEM BIOS 8.1 Introduction 8-1 8.2 ROM Flashing 8-2 8.2.1 Upgrading 8-2 8.2.2 Changeable Splash Screen 8-2 8.3 Boot Functions 8-3 8.3.1 Boot Device Order 8-3 8.3.2 Network Boot (F12) Support 8-3 8.3.3 Memory Detection and Configuration 8-3 8.3.4 Boot Error Codes 8-4 8.4 Client Management Functions 8-5 8.4.1 System ID and ROM Type 8-6 8.4.2 Temperature Status 8-6 8.4.3 Drive Fault Prediction 8-6 8.5 SMBIOS support 8-7 8.6 USB Legacy Support 8-8 8.7 Management Engine Functions 8-8 A Error Messages and Codes Index vi www.hp.com Technical Reference Guide
Technical Reference Guide: HP Compaq dc7800 Series Business Desktop Computers
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...integrated graphics controller of the Q35 on the Intel Q35 Express chipset (Figure 2-13). Architectural Differences By Form Factor Function USDT SFF CMT Memory sockets 2 SODIMMs 4 DIMMs 4 DIMMs PCIe x16 graphics slot? System Overview 2.3 System Architecture The systems covered in this guide include ...in this guide feature an architecture based on SFF and CMT systems can be upgraded through a 800/1066/1333-MHz Front-Side Bus (FSB) and communicates with optional adapter. 2-4 www.hp.com Technical Reference Guide Includes Q35 GMCH north bridge and 82801 ICH9-DO south ...
...integrated graphics controller of the Q35 on the Intel Q35 Express chipset (Figure 2-13). Architectural Differences By Form Factor Function USDT SFF CMT Memory sockets 2 SODIMMs 4 DIMMs 4 DIMMs PCIe x16 graphics slot? System Overview 2.3 System Architecture The systems covered in this guide include ...in this guide feature an architecture based on SFF and CMT systems can be upgraded through a 800/1066/1333-MHz Front-Side Bus (FSB) and communicates with optional adapter. 2-4 www.hp.com Technical Reference Guide Includes Q35 GMCH north bridge and 82801 ICH9-DO south ...
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... input jack can be upgraded by installing an SDVO ADD2 card or PCIe x16 graphics card in and headphone out audio jacks. 2-10 www.hp.com Technical Reference Guide These systems include a 1.5-watt output amplifier driving an internal speaker. The controller implements Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT 3.0) for expanding the desktop viewing area across...
... input jack can be upgraded by installing an SDVO ADD2 card or PCIe x16 graphics card in and headphone out audio jacks. 2-10 www.hp.com Technical Reference Guide These systems include a 1.5-watt output amplifier driving an internal speaker. The controller implements Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT 3.0) for expanding the desktop viewing area across...
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...-bit operating systems due to achieve the best performance. The amount of system memory for managment functions. Technical Reference Guide www.hp.com 3-5 Processor/Memory Subsystem 3.3.1 Memory Upgrading Table 3-2 shows suggested memory configurations for these systems. Note that pre-allocates a portion of system memory (16 MB for one module, 32 MB for two modules) for video use...
...-bit operating systems due to achieve the best performance. The amount of system memory for managment functions. Technical Reference Guide www.hp.com 3-5 Processor/Memory Subsystem 3.3.1 Memory Upgrading Table 3-2 shows suggested memory configurations for these systems. Note that pre-allocates a portion of system memory (16 MB for one module, 32 MB for two modules) for video use...