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... get the wrench (with good performance and high display quality. require the utmost performance from a photograph of a workstation. To address these ever changing needs, Compaq offers a family of a Compaq Professional Workstation XP1000 with PowerStorm 300 graphics or Compaq Professional Workstation SP700 with these users. Support for multiple displays and very fast 2D, including window and menu performance, are...
... get the wrench (with good performance and high display quality. require the utmost performance from a photograph of a workstation. To address these ever changing needs, Compaq offers a family of a Compaq Professional Workstation XP1000 with PowerStorm 300 graphics or Compaq Professional Workstation SP700 with these users. Support for multiple displays and very fast 2D, including window and menu performance, are...
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... features and functions at the total system approach to several levels of seismic data to convey results. On Intel based Compaq Professional Workstations where shaded image performance is critical, the geometry accelerated PowerStorm 600 is critical to enable researchers to show one of ... functions, independent of the molecules. While all graphics operations can be understood when the results are on multiprocessor or AlphaPowered workstations with another molecule of graphics accelerators. In many years, the graphics community has debated the role of 30,000 atoms!...
... features and functions at the total system approach to several levels of seismic data to convey results. On Intel based Compaq Professional Workstations where shaded image performance is critical, the geometry accelerated PowerStorm 600 is critical to enable researchers to show one of ... functions, independent of the molecules. While all graphics operations can be understood when the results are on multiprocessor or AlphaPowered workstations with another molecule of graphics accelerators. In many years, the graphics community has debated the role of 30,000 atoms!...
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... some of graphics hardware and the interface between graphics and the workstation. Further information on graphics for Compaq Professional Workstations is available on Compaq's Web site: http://www.compaq/products/workstations Graphics related information available from the Web site includes: Compaq Professional Workstations Graphics Product Positioning, document 0053-0499-A Professional3D: a New Graphics Classification, document 0054-0499-A Graphics Performance: Measures, Metrics...
... some of graphics hardware and the interface between graphics and the workstation. Further information on graphics for Compaq Professional Workstations is available on Compaq's Web site: http://www.compaq/products/workstations Graphics related information available from the Web site includes: Compaq Professional Workstations Graphics Product Positioning, document 0053-0499-A Professional3D: a New Graphics Classification, document 0054-0499-A Graphics Performance: Measures, Metrics...
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... product names mentioned herein may be trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide .irst Edition (June 2000) Part Number 191010-001 Compaq Computer Corporation Except for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. COMPAQ and the Compaq logo Registered in U.S.A. Intel and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of...
... product names mentioned herein may be trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide .irst Edition (June 2000) Part Number 191010-001 Compaq Computer Corporation Except for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. COMPAQ and the Compaq logo Registered in U.S.A. Intel and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of...
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... to a Minitower Configuration 1-8 Windows Logo Key ...1-11 Special Mouse .unctions...1-11 Serial Number Location ...1-11 chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades Installation Sequence...2-2 Removing the Workstation Access Panel 2-3 Removing the .ront Bezel...2-4 Installing Additional Memory 2-5 Installing and Removing RIMMs 2-6 RIMM Slot Locations 2-6 Guidelines for RIMM Installation 2-7 Installing RIMMs... Controller Expansion Slot 2-24 Installing and Removing an AGP Graphics Controller 2-25 Installing a Processor ...2-26 Index ...I-1 Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide iii
... to a Minitower Configuration 1-8 Windows Logo Key ...1-11 Special Mouse .unctions...1-11 Serial Number Location ...1-11 chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades Installation Sequence...2-2 Removing the Workstation Access Panel 2-3 Removing the .ront Bezel...2-4 Installing Additional Memory 2-5 Installing and Removing RIMMs 2-6 RIMM Slot Locations 2-6 Guidelines for RIMM Installation 2-7 Installing RIMMs... Controller Expansion Slot 2-24 Installing and Removing an AGP Graphics Controller 2-25 Installing a Processor ...2-26 Index ...I-1 Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide iii
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?D=FJAH PRODUCT .EATURES Standard Configuration .eatures The Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 is a minitower system that can be easily converted to a desktop. .eatures may vary depending on your model. .or a complete listing of the hardware and software installed in your workstation, run the INSPECT utility described in the Troubleshooting Guide. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-1
?D=FJAH PRODUCT .EATURES Standard Configuration .eatures The Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 is a minitower system that can be easily converted to a desktop. .eatures may vary depending on your model. .or a complete listing of the hardware and software installed in your workstation, run the INSPECT utility described in the Troubleshooting Guide. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-1
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... external devices. 2. Carefully push the drive from the 5.25-inch drive bay, slide the drivelock as shown. To release a drive from the back of the workstation, and then disconnect the network cable from a minitower to Removing the .ront Bezel in Chapter 2. 5. Changing from a Minitower to a Desktop ...Disconnect all power and data cables from the drives in Chapter 2. 4. Only hold the faceplate while removing a drive. Refer to a desktop configuration: 1. Remove the workstation access panel. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-5
... external devices. 2. Carefully push the drive from the 5.25-inch drive bay, slide the drivelock as shown. To release a drive from the back of the workstation, and then disconnect the network cable from a minitower to Removing the .ront Bezel in Chapter 2. 5. Changing from a Minitower to a Desktop ...Disconnect all power and data cables from the drives in Chapter 2. 4. Only hold the faceplate while removing a drive. Refer to a desktop configuration: 1. Remove the workstation access panel. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-5
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Replace the subpanel, front bezel, and the workstation access panel. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-7 10. Changing from the front bezel. Reconnect the power cord to the grounded AC outlet, then reconnect the network cable and any ... subpanel away at an angle could damage the pins that was shipped with the bezel blank in Chapter 2 and reposition the subpanel with your workstation to ensure the Compaq logo is properly oriented. 12. Be sure the subpanel and front bezel align properly with the alignment tabs. ✎ When converting from a minitower...
Replace the subpanel, front bezel, and the workstation access panel. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-7 10. Changing from the front bezel. Reconnect the power cord to the grounded AC outlet, then reconnect the network cable and any ... subpanel away at an angle could damage the pins that was shipped with the bezel blank in Chapter 2 and reposition the subpanel with your workstation to ensure the Compaq logo is properly oriented. 12. Be sure the subpanel and front bezel align properly with the alignment tabs. ✎ When converting from a minitower...
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2. Installing the drives CAUTION: The use of unnecessary force when installing the drives may damage the drives. ✎ Always place the diskette drive in the bay nearest the internal 3.5-inch drives in the desktop position, gently slide the drives back into the bay. When the drives are properly inserted, the drivelock will secure them. 9. Reconnect the power Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-9 After placing the workstation in the minitower configuration for proper clearance within the chassis. and data cables to the drives as labeled.
2. Installing the drives CAUTION: The use of unnecessary force when installing the drives may damage the drives. ✎ Always place the diskette drive in the bay nearest the internal 3.5-inch drives in the desktop position, gently slide the drives back into the bay. When the drives are properly inserted, the drivelock will secure them. 9. Reconnect the power Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-9 After placing the workstation in the minitower configuration for proper clearance within the chassis. and data cables to the drives as labeled.
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... depend on the rear panel of a mouse. The functions assigned to perform certain functions in Windows 2000 Professional and Windows NT Workstation 4.0. Serial Number Location Each computer has a unique serial number located on the corner of the computer access...next Taskbar button. Minimizes all open applications. Windows logo key + Ctrl + . Launches .ind Computer. Keep this number available when contacting Compaq customer service. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-11 Windows logo key + M Shift+Windows logo key + M Windows logo key + R Displays a pop-up...
... depend on the rear panel of a mouse. The functions assigned to perform certain functions in Windows 2000 Professional and Windows NT Workstation 4.0. Serial Number Location Each computer has a unique serial number located on the corner of the computer access...next Taskbar button. Minimizes all open applications. Windows logo key + Ctrl + . Launches .ind Computer. Keep this number available when contacting Compaq customer service. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-11 Windows logo key + M Shift+Windows logo key + M Windows logo key + R Displays a pop-up...
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2 chapter HARDWARE UPGRADES This chapter explains how to remove the workstation access panel and convert the minitower workstation to a desktop unit or the desktop workstation to install the following hardware: s Memory s Drives s Expansion boards s Processors ✎ Compaq recommends that you finish the setup procedures for the preinstalled software before you install any optional hardware or third-party devices that were not included with your workstation. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-1 It also explains how to a minitower unit.
2 chapter HARDWARE UPGRADES This chapter explains how to remove the workstation access panel and convert the minitower workstation to a desktop unit or the desktop workstation to install the following hardware: s Memory s Drives s Expansion boards s Processors ✎ Compaq recommends that you finish the setup procedures for the preinstalled software before you install any optional hardware or third-party devices that were not included with your workstation. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-1 It also explains how to a minitower unit.
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Turn off the workstation and any external devices. 2. Loosening the two thumbscrews and removing the workstation access panel ✎ When replacing the workstation access panel, be sure to remove the workstation access panel. Disconnect the power cord from the grounded AC outlet and the back of the workstation. 3. Refer to the following illustration to tighten both thumbscrews. Removing the Workstation Access Panel To remove the workstation access panel: 1. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-3
Turn off the workstation and any external devices. 2. Loosening the two thumbscrews and removing the workstation access panel ✎ When replacing the workstation access panel, be sure to remove the workstation access panel. Disconnect the power cord from the grounded AC outlet and the back of the workstation. 3. Refer to the following illustration to tighten both thumbscrews. Removing the Workstation Access Panel To remove the workstation access panel: 1. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-3
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Continuity RIMMs (CRIMMs) must populate any empty slots. Installing Additional Memory The Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 supports Direct Rambus inline memory modules (RIMMs). Additional RIMMs are available to upgrade the memory. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-5 A maximum of 32 count Direct RDRAM devices is supported on each Direct Rambus memory channel.
Continuity RIMMs (CRIMMs) must populate any empty slots. Installing Additional Memory The Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 supports Direct Rambus inline memory modules (RIMMs). Additional RIMMs are available to upgrade the memory. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-5 A maximum of 32 count Direct RDRAM devices is supported on each Direct Rambus memory channel.
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...RDRAMS to a RIMM because the Direct RDRAMS are locked in place. s CRIMMs must be followed when installing RIMMs or your workstation will reflect the lowest speed RIMMs. CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the module. Doing so can damage the electronic components of...is fully inserted and properly seated, and that you are discharged of the workstation or option boards. CAUTION: The above guidelines must be installed in pairs across both memory channels. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-7 The CRIMMs are removed when you populate the sockets ...
...RDRAMS to a RIMM because the Direct RDRAMS are locked in place. s CRIMMs must be followed when installing RIMMs or your workstation will reflect the lowest speed RIMMs. CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the module. Doing so can damage the electronic components of...is fully inserted and properly seated, and that you are discharged of the workstation or option boards. CAUTION: The above guidelines must be installed in pairs across both memory channels. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-7 The CRIMMs are removed when you populate the sockets ...
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Installing a RIMM 5. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-9 Turn on the workstation. 4. Replace the workstation access panel. 6. The workstation will automatically recognize the added memory. Plug the power cord back into the grounded AC outlet and the back of the workstation, and reconnect the external devices. 7. Refer to the following illustration to install a RIMM module. Removing RIMMs To remove a memory module from a RIMM slot, reverse the above procedure.
Installing a RIMM 5. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-9 Turn on the workstation. 4. Replace the workstation access panel. 6. The workstation will automatically recognize the added memory. Plug the power cord back into the grounded AC outlet and the back of the workstation, and reconnect the external devices. 7. Refer to the following illustration to install a RIMM module. Removing RIMMs To remove a memory module from a RIMM slot, reverse the above procedure.
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...an angle could damage the pins that align it away from the front bezel. To remove the bezel blank: 1. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-11 Refer to Removing the Workstation Access Panel in these bay locations. Disconnect the power cord from the front bezel. Remove the front bezel.... Turn off the workstation and any removable media storage device, such as a tape drive, CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive, or diskette drive in this chapter. 5....
...an angle could damage the pins that align it away from the front bezel. To remove the bezel blank: 1. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-11 Refer to Removing the Workstation Access Panel in these bay locations. Disconnect the power cord from the front bezel. Remove the front bezel.... Turn off the workstation and any removable media storage device, such as a tape drive, CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive, or diskette drive in this chapter. 5....
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Install these screws to ensure that the drive lines up correctly in the front of the workstation chassis behind the front bezel 1. Some options use M3 metric hardware. Compaq-supplied metric screws are installed in the drive bay. Identifying the metric screws Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-13 Locating the Hardware Screws Compaq has provided extra guide screws, which are black.
Install these screws to ensure that the drive lines up correctly in the front of the workstation chassis behind the front bezel 1. Some options use M3 metric hardware. Compaq-supplied metric screws are installed in the drive bay. Identifying the metric screws Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-13 Locating the Hardware Screws Compaq has provided extra guide screws, which are black.
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Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-15 Connecting the signal cable and power cable 5. Reassemble the workstation.
Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-15 Connecting the signal cable and power cable 5. Reassemble the workstation.
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Reassemble the workstation. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-17 Installing a hard drive in a 5.25-inch drive bay Connecting the signal cable and power cable 5.
Reassemble the workstation. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-17 Installing a hard drive in a 5.25-inch drive bay Connecting the signal cable and power cable 5.
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Slide the drivelock to unlock the drive. While sliding the drivelock, push from the back of the drives until the drive casing can be grasped from the front of the workstation. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-19 If the drive is in the Desktop position, press the drivelock button to unlock the drive in the drive bay. 5. Releasing the drives with the drivelock 6.
Slide the drivelock to unlock the drive. While sliding the drivelock, push from the back of the drives until the drive casing can be grasped from the front of the workstation. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-19 If the drive is in the Desktop position, press the drivelock button to unlock the drive in the drive bay. 5. Releasing the drives with the drivelock 6.