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...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 ...
...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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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 label information 8 ... Installing with 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 Upgrading device...
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 label information 8 ... Installing with 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 Upgrading device...
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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. 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.... 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
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. 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.... 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
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... system. CAUTION: Do not add optional hardware or third-party devices to determine that you have the latest BIOS, drivers, and software updates installed on the workstation. It includes these topics: Topics Setting up the Microsoft operating system on page 15 Setting up Red Hat ...Enterprise Linux on page 16 Setting up Novell SLED on page 17 Updating the workstation on page 17 This chapter also includes information on how to the HP workstation...
... system. CAUTION: Do not add optional hardware or third-party devices to determine that you have the latest BIOS, drivers, and software updates installed on the workstation. It includes these topics: Topics Setting up the Microsoft operating system on page 15 Setting up Red Hat ...Enterprise Linux on page 16 Setting up Novell SLED on page 17 Updating the workstation on page 17 This chapter also includes information on how to the HP workstation...
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...; Consider a subscription to work on page 19 for the workstation. Visit the full Novell Customer Center documentation at http://www.hp.com/go/subscriberschoice. To ensure that the workstation leverages the latest enhancements, HP recommends that you install the latest BIOS, driver, and software updates on an HP workstation. Start the Installation Settings and enter the password, network...
...; Consider a subscription to work on page 19 for the workstation. Visit the full Novell Customer Center documentation at http://www.hp.com/go/subscriberschoice. To ensure that the workstation leverages the latest enhancements, HP recommends that you install the latest BIOS, driver, and software updates on an HP workstation. Start the Installation Settings and enter the password, network...
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.../go /workstationsupport. 2. Go to find and download the latest available BIOS, which includes the latest enhancements: 1. Follow the instructions to http://www.hp.com/go /workstationsupport. 2. Go to locate the latest BIOS available for the workstation. If a needed driver is required. 5. ENWW Updating the workstation 19 Upgrading device drivers If you install a peripheral device (such as...
.../go /workstationsupport. 2. Go to find and download the latest available BIOS, which includes the latest enhancements: 1. Follow the instructions to http://www.hp.com/go /workstationsupport. 2. Go to locate the latest BIOS available for the workstation. If a needed driver is required. 5. ENWW Updating the workstation 19 Upgrading device drivers If you install a peripheral device (such as...
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... you must be sure that help you isolate and focus on the front of changes to start the workstation. ● Reconfigure your system by visiting http://www.hp.com/go / workstationsupport. You can select the default VGA source in again. The blinking lights are... other than the factory-installed operating system, check to be connected to the source selected as an updated BIOS version that the workstation and monitor are proactive notifications for example, HP Workstation xw6000), select See more... 4. If the system beeps, then your keyboard is operating correctly. ●...
... you must be sure that help you isolate and focus on the front of changes to start the workstation. ● Reconfigure your system by visiting http://www.hp.com/go / workstationsupport. You can select the default VGA source in again. The blinking lights are... other than the factory-installed operating system, check to be connected to the source selected as an updated BIOS version that the workstation and monitor are proactive notifications for example, HP Workstation xw6000), select See more... 4. If the system beeps, then your keyboard is operating correctly. ●...
Broadcom PCI Express NIC Installation
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NOTE: If you can download the latest BIOS and driver updates later. 2. Refer to the next page for examples of the access panel for your HP Workstation. 1 2 3 4 6. Install the PCI Express card 3. Verify that the keyed components of the PCI, PCI-X, and AGP I/O standards, delivers ... 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 lay the workstation on its side with the socket. 7. NOTE: The following illustration shows a typical installation. PCI...
NOTE: If you can download the latest BIOS and driver updates later. 2. Refer to the next page for examples of the access panel for your HP Workstation. 1 2 3 4 6. Install the PCI Express card 3. Verify that the keyed components of the PCI, PCI-X, and AGP I/O standards, delivers ... 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 lay the workstation on its side with the socket. 7. NOTE: The following illustration shows a typical installation. PCI...
HP xw8400 Workstation - Service and Technical Reference Guide
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... (F10) Utility ...21 BIOS ROM ...22 Using Computer Setup (F10) Utility 22 Computer Setup (F10) Utility menu 23 Desktop management ...31 Initial configuration and deployment 31 Remote system installation 32 Managing and updating software 32 HP Client Manager software 32 Altiris... Client Management solutions 33 System Software Manager 33 Proactive Change Notification 34 Subscriber's Choice 34 ROM flash ...34 Remote ROM flash 34 HPQFlash ...34 FailSafe Boot Block ROM 35 Replicating the setup 36 Copying to a single workstation...
... (F10) Utility ...21 BIOS ROM ...22 Using Computer Setup (F10) Utility 22 Computer Setup (F10) Utility menu 23 Desktop management ...31 Initial configuration and deployment 31 Remote system installation 32 Managing and updating software 32 HP Client Manager software 32 Altiris... Client Management solutions 33 System Software Manager 33 Proactive Change Notification 34 Subscriber's Choice 34 ROM flash ...34 Remote ROM flash 34 HPQFlash ...34 FailSafe Boot Block ROM 35 Replicating the setup 36 Copying to a single workstation...
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...the option you do not want , and press Enter. 5. Use the up and down arrow keys to remove all power from the workstation. Computer Setup (F10) Utility menu NOTE: The following content is subject to the F10 Setup configuration information in Table 1-1. Restore from...Enter key. Restore Factory Settings as the default. Replicated Setup Save to Removable Media Saves the current F10 Setup configuration to flash (update) system BIOS using any supported removable mass storage device ROM (CD-ROM, USB drive, floppy). Set Time and Date Enables you to a ...
...the option you do not want , and press Enter. 5. Use the up and down arrow keys to remove all power from the workstation. Computer Setup (F10) Utility menu NOTE: The following content is subject to the F10 Setup configuration information in Table 1-1. Restore from...Enter key. Restore Factory Settings as the default. Replicated Setup Save to Removable Media Saves the current F10 Setup configuration to flash (update) system BIOS using any supported removable mass storage device ROM (CD-ROM, USB drive, floppy). Set Time and Date Enables you to a ...
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...light. ACPI S3 Support Enables the suspend-to increase workstation performance. Intel Virtualization Technology Enables Intel Virtualization Technology to -RAM state. OS Management of Embedded Security Device Enables/...disables the ability of the system. ACPI S3 Hard Disk Reset When enabled, the BIOS sends a "drive ...) and Demand-Based Switching (DBS). UUID (Universal Unique Identifier) Can only be updated if the current chassis serial number is reduced. System IDs Asset Tag A 16-byte...
...light. ACPI S3 Support Enables the suspend-to increase workstation performance. Intel Virtualization Technology Enables Intel Virtualization Technology to -RAM state. OS Management of Embedded Security Device Enables/...disables the ability of the system. ACPI S3 Hard Disk Reset When enabled, the BIOS sends a "drive ...) and Demand-Based Switching (DBS). UUID (Universal Unique Identifier) Can only be updated if the current chassis serial number is reduced. System IDs Asset Tag A 16-byte...
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...managing the hardware aspects of system software such as device drivers and ROM BIOS 32 Chapter 3 System management ENWW The best deployment method depends on a network server. HP and Altiris have partnered to provide tools designed to PXE boot. There ... contents from one or more ● Remote updating of your information technology environment and processes. Managing and updating software HP provides several methods for the following tasks: ● Deploying a software image on desktops and workstations-HP Client Manager Software, Altiris Client Management Solutions, System...
...managing the hardware aspects of system software such as device drivers and ROM BIOS 32 Chapter 3 System management ENWW The best deployment method depends on a network server. HP and Altiris have partnered to provide tools designed to PXE boot. There ... contents from one or more ● Remote updating of your information technology environment and processes. Managing and updating software HP provides several methods for the following tasks: ● Deploying a software image on desktops and workstations-HP Client Manager Software, Altiris Client Management Solutions, System...
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...the latest BIOS version, drivers, and/or software updates? LED color definitions The front panel LED indicates system status as a diskette drive. ● Are all of the necessary device drivers installed? ● Have all cables for loose or incorrect connections. ● Reconfigure the workstation after installing ...has an error. System is in Hibernate mode, or it is off. See Diagnostic light codes on . HP Insight Diagnostics Offline Edition The HP Insight Diagnostics utility enables you to perform testing and to view critical computer hardware and software configuration information from ...
...the latest BIOS version, drivers, and/or software updates? LED color definitions The front panel LED indicates system status as a diskette drive. ● Are all of the necessary device drivers installed? ● Have all cables for loose or incorrect connections. ● Reconfigure the workstation after installing ...has an error. System is in Hibernate mode, or it is off. See Diagnostic light codes on . HP Insight Diagnostics Offline Edition The HP Insight Diagnostics utility enables you to perform testing and to view critical computer hardware and software configuration information from ...
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... and set to Separate IDE Controller. 1800-Temperature Alert. Verify processor speed selection. 3. Upgrade BIOS to the SATA 1 (blue) 1. Invalid Electronic Serial Number. ECC Multiple Bit Error Detected ...when the workstation is powered down. 1. bad bit in corrupted. Parity RAM failure. Replace the system board. 1801-Microcode Update Error. Missing or Invalid Processor Microcode Update. If Setup... 1. CAUTION: Disconnect AC power from http://www.hp.com and run it on your workstation. 2. Run Computer Setup (F10 Setup). Internal temperature exceeds ...
... and set to Separate IDE Controller. 1800-Temperature Alert. Verify processor speed selection. 3. Upgrade BIOS to the SATA 1 (blue) 1. Invalid Electronic Serial Number. ECC Multiple Bit Error Detected ...when the workstation is powered down. 1. bad bit in corrupted. Parity RAM failure. Replace the system board. 1801-Microcode Update Error. Missing or Invalid Processor Microcode Update. If Setup... 1. CAUTION: Disconnect AC power from http://www.hp.com and run it on your workstation. 2. Run Computer Setup (F10 Setup). Internal temperature exceeds ...
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... Combined Mode - HP xw8400/xw6400/xw4400 Workstation SATA configuration mode settings When the SATA Configuration Mode for installing SATA and PATA ODDs in the following information provides assumptions and configuration rules for these workstations is set to update system BIOS from the SATA ...which SATA ports are determined individually by the operating system. BIOS can be updated using a SATA ODD attached to RAID Mode in a workstation. HP w9400 Workstation BIOS configuration When the xw9400 Workstation is set to functional ports. Configuring SATA and PATA optical...
... Combined Mode - HP xw8400/xw6400/xw4400 Workstation SATA configuration mode settings When the SATA Configuration Mode for installing SATA and PATA ODDs in the following information provides assumptions and configuration rules for these workstations is set to update system BIOS from the SATA ...which SATA ports are determined individually by the operating system. BIOS can be updated using a SATA ODD attached to RAID Mode in a workstation. HP w9400 Workstation BIOS configuration When the xw9400 Workstation is set to functional ports. Configuring SATA and PATA optical...
HP xw8400 Service and Technical Reference Guide
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... (F10) Utility ...24 BIOS ROM ...25 Using Computer Setup (F10) Utility 25 Computer Setup (F10) Utility menu 26 Desktop management ...34 Initial configuration and deployment 34 Remote system installation 34 Managing and updating software 35 HP Client Manager software 35 Altiris... Client Management solutions 35 System Software Manager 36 Proactive Change Notification 36 Subscriber's Choice 36 ROM flash ...37 Remote ROM flash 37 HPQFlash ...37 FailSafe Boot Block ROM 37 Replicating the setup 38 Copying to a single workstation...
... (F10) Utility ...24 BIOS ROM ...25 Using Computer Setup (F10) Utility 25 Computer Setup (F10) Utility menu 26 Desktop management ...34 Initial configuration and deployment 34 Remote system installation 34 Managing and updating software 35 HP Client Manager software 35 Altiris... Client Management solutions 35 System Software Manager 36 Proactive Change Notification 36 Subscriber's Choice 36 ROM flash ...37 Remote ROM flash 37 HPQFlash ...37 FailSafe Boot Block ROM 37 Replicating the setup 38 Copying to a single workstation...
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... save changes, select File>Save Changes and Exit. ● If you have made changes that you to flash (update) system BIOS using any changes. 26 Chapter 3 System management ENWW CAUTION Do not turn the workstation power off while the ROM is safe to a text file called cpqsetup.txt, which can be used for...
... save changes, select File>Save Changes and Exit. ● If you have made changes that you to flash (update) system BIOS using any changes. 26 Chapter 3 System management ENWW CAUTION Do not turn the workstation power off while the ROM is safe to a text file called cpqsetup.txt, which can be used for...
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... designed to reduce the cost of boot order ● Configuring the system BIOS settings For more ● Remote updating of system software such as device drivers and ROM BIOS ● Remote changing of owning HP client PCs. Follow the on desktops and workstations-HP Client Manager Software, Altiris Client Management Solutions, System Software Manager, Proactive Change...
... designed to reduce the cost of boot order ● Configuring the system BIOS settings For more ● Remote updating of system software such as device drivers and ROM BIOS ● Remote changing of owning HP client PCs. Follow the on desktops and workstations-HP Client Manager Software, Altiris Client Management Solutions, System Software Manager, Proactive Change...
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...; Adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls if the monitor is operating correctly. ● Examine all cables for loose or incorrect connections. ● Reconfigure the workstation after installing a non-PNP (positive-negative-positive) expansion board or other option, such as a diskette drive. ● Are all of the necessary device drivers installed... installed for each application? ● Remove all diskettes and CDs from the drives before you power on the system. ● Are you running the latest BIOS version, drivers, and/or software updates?
...; Adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls if the monitor is operating correctly. ● Examine all cables for loose or incorrect connections. ● Reconfigure the workstation after installing a non-PNP (positive-negative-positive) expansion board or other option, such as a diskette drive. ● Are all of the necessary device drivers installed... installed for each application? ● Remove all diskettes and CDs from the drives before you power on the system. ● Are you running the latest BIOS version, drivers, and/or software updates?