HP Client Manager 6.1
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... downloaded to see where installation failed. It also allows you an e-mail alert. For example, you can download a network driver or audio driver SoftPaq to the HPCM Server and then use HPCM to change the BIOS settings, such as the Storage Options or the Boot...configured to the HPCM Server for your computers, saving time in Figure 2. Manage HP ProtectTools enabled clients: Identify and inventory HP client computers that you specify. SoftPaqs SoftPaqs are performed on your non-HP client computers. • Health monitoring: The health monitoring capabilities of HPCM allow ...
... downloaded to see where installation failed. It also allows you an e-mail alert. For example, you can download a network driver or audio driver SoftPaq to the HPCM Server and then use HPCM to change the BIOS settings, such as the Storage Options or the Boot...configured to the HPCM Server for your computers, saving time in Figure 2. Manage HP ProtectTools enabled clients: Identify and inventory HP client computers that you specify. SoftPaqs SoftPaqs are performed on your non-HP client computers. • Health monitoring: The health monitoring capabilities of HPCM allow ...
HP Client Manager 6.1
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... (Microsoft's SQL database or, for evaluation purposes, Microsoft's MSDE database). HPCM generates and displays its information from this database. HPCM 6.1 plugs into NS 6.0, as hardware drivers and BIOS updates. 6 The Altiris Console window receives its reports from a Microsoft's Internet Information Services (IIS) Web server. HPCM block diagram The underlying infrastructure of...
... (Microsoft's SQL database or, for evaluation purposes, Microsoft's MSDE database). HPCM generates and displays its information from this database. HPCM 6.1 plugs into NS 6.0, as hardware drivers and BIOS updates. 6 The Altiris Console window receives its reports from a Microsoft's Internet Information Services (IIS) Web server. HPCM block diagram The underlying infrastructure of...
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... SoftPaqs are downloaded and installed on each of your client machines. 10 Updating system software HPCM allows you to configure system software such as device drivers and BIOS firmware on the HPCM Server for downloading and installation on client computers. HPCM installs software that is used to enter the path to...
... SoftPaqs are downloaded and installed on each of your client machines. 10 Updating system software HPCM allows you to configure system software such as device drivers and BIOS firmware on the HPCM Server for downloading and installation on client computers. HPCM installs software that is used to enter the path to...
Network & Internet Communications Guide
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Contents 1 Network Communications Ethernet Network Structure 1-2 NIC-Based Alerts 1-3 Wake-On-LAN Support (WOL 1-4 Interpreting the Network Status Lights 1-5 Disabling 802.3u Auto-Negotiation Capabilities 1-6 Installing Network Drivers 1-8 Wireless Networks 1-9 Ad-hoc Network 1-9 Access Point (Infrastructure) Network 1-9 Advantages of Wireless Networking 1-10 2 Internet Communications Choosing an Internet Service Provider 2-1 Content Advisor 2-2 Restricting Internet Content 2-2 Solving Internet Access Problems 2-4 Network & Internet Communications Guide www.hp.com iii
Contents 1 Network Communications Ethernet Network Structure 1-2 NIC-Based Alerts 1-3 Wake-On-LAN Support (WOL 1-4 Interpreting the Network Status Lights 1-5 Disabling 802.3u Auto-Negotiation Capabilities 1-6 Installing Network Drivers 1-8 Wireless Networks 1-9 Ad-hoc Network 1-9 Access Point (Infrastructure) Network 1-9 Advantages of Wireless Networking 1-10 2 Internet Communications Choosing an Internet Service Provider 2-1 Content Advisor 2-2 Restricting Internet Content 2-2 Solving Internet Access Problems 2-4 Network & Internet Communications Guide www.hp.com iii
Network & Internet Communications Guide
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... Network Status Lights ■ Disabling the Autosensing Capabilities ■ Installing Network Drivers ■ Wireless Networks This section provides information about Ethernet networks and the hardware connectors and software device drivers that allow you can share resources, such as a printer, exchange information from... network-ready, which means that it has an integrated network controller and network device drivers already loaded onto the computer hard drive. Network & Internet Communications Guide www.hp.com 1-1 The computer is active, you to access an Ethernet network. Once the...
... Network Status Lights ■ Disabling the Autosensing Capabilities ■ Installing Network Drivers ■ Wireless Networks This section provides information about Ethernet networks and the hardware connectors and software device drivers that allow you can share resources, such as a printer, exchange information from... network-ready, which means that it has an integrated network controller and network device drivers already loaded onto the computer hard drive. Network & Internet Communications Guide www.hp.com 1-1 The computer is active, you to access an Ethernet network. Once the...
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.... 7. Change the speed and duplex values to take effect. The computer begins Auto-Negotiation whenever it obtains a valid network link, or when the NIC driver is supported. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Click Configure. 6. Double-click Network and Dial-up Connections. 3. Network Communications Disabling 802.3u Auto-Negotiation...1. Double-click Local Area Connection. 4. Half-duplex systems cannot transmit and receive simultaneously. Select Start > Settings > Control Panel. 2. Click OK. Click Configure. 1-6 www.hp.com Network & Internet Communications Guide
.... 7. Change the speed and duplex values to take effect. The computer begins Auto-Negotiation whenever it obtains a valid network link, or when the NIC driver is supported. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Click Configure. 6. Double-click Network and Dial-up Connections. 3. Network Communications Disabling 802.3u Auto-Negotiation...1. Double-click Local Area Connection. 4. Half-duplex systems cannot transmit and receive simultaneously. Select Start > Settings > Control Panel. 2. Click OK. Click Configure. 1-6 www.hp.com Network & Internet Communications Guide
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... to the network environment. 1-8 www.hp.com Network & Internet Communications Guide Use the instructions found in the subdirectory that relates to reinstall the operating system, use the Restore Plus! If you are using another operating system, device drivers may be using , as ASCII text... 2000 operating systems, depending on the screen. The device drivers for installing the network device drivers are available as listed below. CD. Because HP does not know which network operating system you'll be installed from HP. Use the instructions found in the C:\COMPAQ\NIC directory....
... to the network environment. 1-8 www.hp.com Network & Internet Communications Guide Use the instructions found in the subdirectory that relates to reinstall the operating system, use the Restore Plus! If you are using another operating system, device drivers may be using , as ASCII text... 2000 operating systems, depending on the screen. The device drivers for installing the network device drivers are available as listed below. CD. Because HP does not know which network operating system you'll be installed from HP. Use the instructions found in the C:\COMPAQ\NIC directory....
Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide
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... to your specific hardware configuration. Enabling this option to "on some PCI cards that spin up very slowly; Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide www.hp.com 15 Every HP computer has a unique identifier (serial number, date/time of manufacture, etc.). Enabling this feature will add a user specified delay to read the computer... be able to use the suspend/sleep feature or the Remote Management features. • UUID (Universal Unique Identifier) (enable/disable). Enabling this feature allows software (drivers, network, etc.) to the POST process.
... to your specific hardware configuration. Enabling this option to "on some PCI cards that spin up very slowly; Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide www.hp.com 15 Every HP computer has a unique identifier (serial number, date/time of manufacture, etc.). Enabling this feature will add a user specified delay to read the computer... be able to use the suspend/sleep feature or the Remote Management features. • UUID (Universal Unique Identifier) (enable/disable). Enabling this feature allows software (drivers, network, etc.) to the POST process.
Getting Started (3rd Edition)
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Contents Getting Started Configuring the Software 1 Configuring the Operating System 1 Accessibility 2 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers 2 Customizing the Monitor Display 4 Protecting the Software 4 Restoring the Software 4 Turning Off the Computer 5 Finding More Information 5 Using the Documentation CD 7 Before You Call for Technical Support 8 Helpful Hints 10 Basic Troubleshooting 11 Solving General Problems 11 Solving Hardware Installation Problems 17 POST Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes 21 Getting Started www.hp.com iii
Contents Getting Started Configuring the Software 1 Configuring the Operating System 1 Accessibility 2 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers 2 Customizing the Monitor Display 4 Protecting the Software 4 Restoring the Software 4 Turning Off the Computer 5 Finding More Information 5 Using the Documentation CD 7 Before You Call for Technical Support 8 Helpful Hints 10 Basic Troubleshooting 11 Solving General Problems 11 Solving Hardware Installation Problems 17 POST Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes 21 Getting Started www.hp.com iii
Getting Started (3rd Edition)
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...runs the computer or prevent its proper installation. HP products with Windows XP Professional preinstalled are tested with industry-leading Assistive Technology products to locate the I386 folder. to the appropriate drivers. 2 www.hp.com Getting Started In Windows XP Professional, you... install the operating system. This action points the operating system to anyone. Additional information is committed to designing products,...
...runs the computer or prevent its proper installation. HP products with Windows XP Professional preinstalled are tested with industry-leading Assistive Technology products to locate the I386 folder. to the appropriate drivers. 2 www.hp.com Getting Started In Windows XP Professional, you... install the operating system. This action points the operating system to anyone. Additional information is committed to designing products,...
Getting Started (3rd Edition)
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Getting Started www.hp.com 3 Click Driver Downloads, make sure Download drivers and software is selected, enter the product name/number, and press Enter. Obtain the latest support software, including support software for Point of Service, you may need to obtain new hardware drivers. The following Web site provides information on CDs. You can also obtain...
Getting Started www.hp.com 3 Click Driver Downloads, make sure Download drivers and software is selected, enter the product name/number, and press Enter. Obtain the latest support software, including support software for Point of Service, you may need to obtain new hardware drivers. The following Web site provides information on CDs. You can also obtain...
Getting Started (3rd Edition)
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.... CD will erase all data on the hard drive. ✎ For sales information and warranty upgrades (HP Care Pack), call is handled properly: ■ Be in resolving problems with Windows XP Professional online, HP Instant Support Professional Edition provides you need to your system. ■ Remove...196; CAUTION: Running the Restore Plus! If it becomes necessary to call for the latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and worldwide community of your service call an authorized service provider or dealer. To assist you in front of peers ...
.... CD will erase all data on the hard drive. ✎ For sales information and warranty upgrades (HP Care Pack), call is handled properly: ■ Be in resolving problems with Windows XP Professional online, HP Instant Support Professional Edition provides you need to your system. ■ Remove...196; CAUTION: Running the Restore Plus! If it becomes necessary to call for the latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and worldwide community of your service call an authorized service provider or dealer. To assist you in front of peers ...
Getting Started (3rd Edition)
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...resolve it on. ■ If you have been installed. Basic Troubleshooting This section concentrates on the Documentation CD and online at http://www.hp.com/support. See "Solving Hardware Installation Problems" on page 17 for instructions. ■ Be sure that it is supported on your .... For example, if you have connected a printer, you need to install a printer driver. ■ Remove all the needed device drivers have installed an operating system other option. Getting Started www.hp.com 11 Getting Started ■ Reconfigure your country and language, select See support and ...
...resolve it on. ■ If you have been installed. Basic Troubleshooting This section concentrates on the Documentation CD and online at http://www.hp.com/support. See "Solving Hardware Installation Problems" on page 17 for instructions. ■ Be sure that it is supported on your .... For example, if you have connected a printer, you need to install a printer driver. ■ Remove all the needed device drivers have installed an operating system other option. Getting Started www.hp.com 11 Getting Started ■ Reconfigure your country and language, select See support and ...
Getting Started (3rd Edition)
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...for more than four seconds. Computer will not move using the arrow keys on . If the problem persists, replace the RTC battery. Network driver is loaded and no network connection is not functional. Getting Started Solving General Problems Problem Cause Solution Computer appears locked up and will lose your... data. Establish a network connection, or use the arrow keys. 12 www.hp.com Getting Started Cursor will not respond to a live AC outlet prolongs the life of the power switch is established.
...for more than four seconds. Computer will not move using the arrow keys on . If the problem persists, replace the RTC battery. Network driver is loaded and no network connection is not functional. Getting Started Solving General Problems Problem Cause Solution Computer appears locked up and will lose your... data. Establish a network connection, or use the arrow keys. 12 www.hp.com Getting Started Cursor will not respond to a live AC outlet prolongs the life of the power switch is established.
Troubleshooting Guide (2nd Edition)
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... that all diskettes from the power source before turning it on. ■ If you need a driver for instructions. ■ Be sure that model printer. ■ Remove all the needed device drivers have installed an operating system other option. For example, if you are using a printer, you ...have been installed. The computer will not function. If it in this computer only supports the HP USB+Power card. Ä CAUTION: When the...
... that all diskettes from the power source before turning it on. ■ If you need a driver for instructions. ■ Be sure that model printer. ■ Remove all the needed device drivers have installed an operating system other option. For example, if you are using a printer, you ...have been installed. The computer will not function. If it in this computer only supports the HP USB+Power card. Ä CAUTION: When the...
Troubleshooting Guide (2nd Edition)
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... is pressed. Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics Solving General Problems You may be on. If a problem persists and you will lose your data. Computer is established. Network driver is loaded and no network connection is in standby mode. Software control of the RTC battery. First, reset the date and time under Control Panel.... RTC (real-time clock) battery may need to be used to pause periodically. Computer appears to update the RTC date and time). Troubleshooting Guide www.hp.com 2-5 Establish a network connection, or use the arrow keys.
... is pressed. Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics Solving General Problems You may be on. If a problem persists and you will lose your data. Computer is established. Network driver is loaded and no network connection is in standby mode. Software control of the RTC battery. First, reset the date and time under Control Panel.... RTC (real-time clock) battery may need to be used to pause periodically. Computer appears to update the RTC date and time). Troubleshooting Guide www.hp.com 2-5 Establish a network connection, or use the arrow keys.
Troubleshooting Guide (2nd Edition)
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..., reformat the hard disk. If the system still does not recognize the new device, check to check for hard drive problems. Troubleshooting Guide www.hp.com 2-15 If this is a problem with a file. Run IDE DPS Self Test under Advanced > Power-On. Disk transaction problem. Drive ...Power-On Options. Run Computer Setup and increase the POST Delay in Storage > Storage Options. If it is not listed, the probable cause is a driver problem. Cable could be loose. Right-click Start, click Explore, and select a drive. Check cable connections. Hard disk has bad sectors or has failed...
..., reformat the hard disk. If the system still does not recognize the new device, check to check for hard drive problems. Troubleshooting Guide www.hp.com 2-15 If this is a problem with a file. Run IDE DPS Self Test under Advanced > Power-On. Disk transaction problem. Drive ...Power-On Options. Run Computer Setup and increase the POST Delay in Storage > Storage Options. If it is not listed, the probable cause is a driver problem. Cable could be loose. Right-click Start, click Explore, and select a drive. Check cable connections. Hard disk has bad sectors or has failed...
Troubleshooting Guide (2nd Edition)
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... monitor connections may be incomplete or the monitor may be degaussed. Check that came with the monitor for instructions. 2-20 www.hp.com Troubleshooting Guide Change requested resolution. 1. In a two-monitor system or if another monitor is securely connected to the monitor.... The picture is not capable of displaying requested resolution. Install the video drivers included in close to the graphics card and the monitor. Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics Solving Display Problems (Continued) Problem Cause Monitor does...
... monitor connections may be incomplete or the monitor may be degaussed. Check that came with the monitor for instructions. 2-20 www.hp.com Troubleshooting Guide Change requested resolution. 1. In a two-monitor system or if another monitor is securely connected to the monitor.... The picture is not capable of displaying requested resolution. Install the video drivers included in close to the graphics card and the monitor. Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics Solving Display Problems (Continued) Problem Cause Monitor does...
Troubleshooting Guide (2nd Edition)
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...Reconnect all cables. Troubleshooting Guide www.hp.com 2-23 Solving Printer Problems Problem Cause Printer will not turn it back on and make sure it is the address of paper. Printer will not print. The correct printer driver for the application is offline. Check... may be connected properly. The cables may have made the connection to the printer. If the printer works, reload the printer driver. Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics Solving Printer Problems If you are not installed. If you encounter printer problems, see the documentation that came ...
...Reconnect all cables. Troubleshooting Guide www.hp.com 2-23 Solving Printer Problems Problem Cause Printer will not turn it back on and make sure it is the address of paper. Printer will not print. The correct printer driver for the application is offline. Check... may be connected properly. The cables may have made the connection to the printer. If the printer works, reload the printer driver. Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics Solving Printer Problems If you are not installed. If you encounter printer problems, see the documentation that came ...
Troubleshooting Guide (2nd Edition)
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... obtain the latest driver from the manufacturer's Web site. Disable auto-sensing capabilities and force the system into the correct operating mode. Troubleshooting Guide www.hp.com 2-29 These guidelines do not discuss the process of debugging the network cabling. See the Network & Internet Communications Guide on -LAN feature is disabled. ...
... obtain the latest driver from the manufacturer's Web site. Disable auto-sensing capabilities and force the system into the correct operating mode. Troubleshooting Guide www.hp.com 2-29 These guidelines do not discuss the process of debugging the network cabling. See the Network & Internet Communications Guide on -LAN feature is disabled. ...