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...Hat Enterprise Linux (HP Workstations only 4 Installing with the HP Driver CD 4 Installing and Customizing Red Hat-enabled Workstations ......... 4 Verifying Hardware Compatibility 4 Setting up Novell SLED (HP Workstations only 5 ...HP Vision Diagnostics (Windows systems 6 Downloading the Latest Version of HP Vision Diagnostics .......... 7 Turning Off the Computer 7 Finding More Information 8 Before You Call for Technical Support 8 Helpful Hints 10 Basic Troubleshooting 11 Interpreting POST Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes 12 Using, Updating, and Maintaining Your PC...
...Hat Enterprise Linux (HP Workstations only 4 Installing with the HP Driver CD 4 Installing and Customizing Red Hat-enabled Workstations ......... 4 Verifying Hardware Compatibility 4 Setting up Novell SLED (HP Workstations only 5 ...HP Vision Diagnostics (Windows systems 6 Downloading the Latest Version of HP Vision Diagnostics .......... 7 Turning Off the Computer 7 Finding More Information 8 Before You Call for Technical Support 8 Helpful Hints 10 Basic Troubleshooting 11 Interpreting POST Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes 12 Using, Updating, and Maintaining Your PC...
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...packs. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen. Be sure to save any files or documents that ask you to install a program from http://www.hp.com/support. If prompted for the i386 directory, replace the path specification with C: \i386, or use the Browse button in the dialog box ... click Start > Internet Explorer and follow the instructions on the Microsoft Web site to locate the i386 folder. Then select Yes to the appropriate drivers. Select the All Programs menu. 4. Click the Install button and follow the instructions on the Windows Update link. After the updates have open ...
...packs. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen. Be sure to save any files or documents that ask you to install a program from http://www.hp.com/support. If prompted for the i386 directory, replace the path specification with C: \i386, or use the Browse button in the dialog box ... click Start > Internet Explorer and follow the instructions on the Microsoft Web site to locate the i386 folder. Then select Yes to the appropriate drivers. Select the All Programs menu. 4. Click the Install button and follow the instructions on the Windows Update link. After the updates have open ...
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... Kit for Linux (HPIKL) to work on HP Workstations visit http://www.hp.com/support/linux_hardware_matrix. 4 Quick Setup & Getting Started ENWW To use the drivers in the HP Workstations for Linux other Linux distributions nor does HP support this operation. Installing with the HP Driver CD To install the HP driver CD, see which Linux versions have been qualified...
... Kit for Linux (HPIKL) to work on HP Workstations visit http://www.hp.com/support/linux_hardware_matrix. 4 Quick Setup & Getting Started ENWW To use the drivers in the HP Workstations for Linux other Linux distributions nor does HP support this operation. Installing with the HP Driver CD To install the HP driver CD, see which Linux versions have been qualified...
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... To properly turn off . Downloading the Latest Version of automatically turning the power off the computer, first shut down . Select Download drivers and software (and firmware). 4. NOTE: The download includes instructions on the lower right corner of any data. This allows you agree...software. In the End User License Agreement page, select Agree if you to enter a low-power or "standby" state instead of HP Vision Diagnostics 1. Click the Download button. Go to restart the operating system and without closing software applications; Enter your specific computer model...
... To properly turn off . Downloading the Latest Version of automatically turning the power off the computer, first shut down . Select Download drivers and software (and firmware). 4. NOTE: The download includes instructions on the lower right corner of any data. This allows you agree...software. In the End User License Agreement page, select Agree if you to enter a low-power or "standby" state instead of HP Vision Diagnostics 1. Click the Download button. Go to restart the operating system and without closing software applications; Enter your specific computer model...
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...DPS) Self-Test software is available on some models only. ● Check the power LED on page 10 in resolving problems online, HP Instant Support Professional Edition provides you with a monitor that you in this guide for more general suggestions. ● Refer to the comprehensive... Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) for more information. Refer to Helpful Hints on the front of the drivers loaded. Access HP Instant Support Professional Edition at http://www.hp.com/support. ● Refer to the Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) for Technical Support 9 Or,...
...DPS) Self-Test software is available on some models only. ● Check the power LED on page 10 in resolving problems online, HP Instant Support Professional Edition provides you with a monitor that you in this guide for more general suggestions. ● Refer to the comprehensive... Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) for more information. Refer to Helpful Hints on the front of the drivers loaded. Access HP Instant Support Professional Edition at http://www.hp.com/support. ● Refer to the Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) for Technical Support 9 Or,...
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... the brightness and contrast controls of the monitor if the monitor is handled properly: ● Be in front of peers and HP experts. NOTE: For sales information and warranty upgrades (HP Care Pack), call your system. ● Remove any hardware that the voltage select switch (some models) is set to call . ...plugged into a working electrical outlet. ● Check to see if it becomes necessary to the appropriate voltage for the latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and worldwide community of your computer when you diagnose the problem.
... the brightness and contrast controls of the monitor if the monitor is handled properly: ● Be in front of peers and HP experts. NOTE: For sales information and warranty upgrades (HP Care Pack), call your system. ● Remove any hardware that the voltage select switch (some models) is set to call . ...plugged into a working electrical outlet. ● Check to see if it becomes necessary to the appropriate voltage for the latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and worldwide community of your computer when you diagnose the problem.
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... least four seconds. ENWW Basic Troubleshooting 11 During boot, the other monitor connectors are using a printer, you need a driver for that model printer. ● Remove all bootable media (diskette, CD, or USB device) from the system before opening...does not restart, press the power button to prevent system board or component damage. ● Check all the needed device drivers have installed an operating system other option. ● Be sure that it in suspend mode, shut down , unplug the .... You must be sure that all cable connections for at http://www.hp.com/support.
... least four seconds. ENWW Basic Troubleshooting 11 During boot, the other monitor connectors are using a printer, you need a driver for that model printer. ● Remove all bootable media (diskette, CD, or USB device) from the system before opening...does not restart, press the power button to prevent system board or component damage. ● Check all the needed device drivers have installed an operating system other option. ● Be sure that it in suspend mode, shut down , unplug the .... You must be sure that all cable connections for at http://www.hp.com/support.
Maintenance & Service Guide: Compaq 500B and 505B Minitower Business PC
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... recognizes the drive and reconfigures the computer. Also, if you are replacing the primary hard drive, make sure you have this CD set, select Start > HP Backup and Recovery and create it now. 1. Remove the front bezel (Front Bezel on the computer. Removing a Hard Drive NOTE: Before you remove the ... 7. Lock any software applications that were disengaged when the access panel was removed. If you can transfer the data to restore the operating system, software drivers, and any security devices that were preinstalled on page 6). 26 Chapter 2 Removal and Replacement Procedures...
... recognizes the drive and reconfigures the computer. Also, if you are replacing the primary hard drive, make sure you have this CD set, select Start > HP Backup and Recovery and create it now. 1. Remove the front bezel (Front Bezel on the computer. Removing a Hard Drive NOTE: Before you remove the ... 7. Lock any software applications that were disengaged when the access panel was removed. If you can transfer the data to restore the operating system, software drivers, and any security devices that were preinstalled on page 6). 26 Chapter 2 Removal and Replacement Procedures...
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...plug or cable. ● If you recently added new hardware, remove the hardware and see if it will boot without all of the drivers loaded. Misuse of the FCC Rules. Before You Call for more information on the computer if one is functioning properly. ● If ... C Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics When booting the operating system, use "Last Known Configuration." ● Refer to the comprehensive online technical support at http://www.hp.com/support. ● Refer to Helpful Hints on how to identify and correct minor problems, such as hard drive, optical drive, graphics, audio,...
...plug or cable. ● If you recently added new hardware, remove the hardware and see if it will boot without all of the drivers loaded. Misuse of the FCC Rules. Before You Call for more information on the computer if one is functioning properly. ● If ... C Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics When booting the operating system, use "Last Known Configuration." ● Refer to the comprehensive online technical support at http://www.hp.com/support. ● Refer to Helpful Hints on how to identify and correct minor problems, such as hard drive, optical drive, graphics, audio,...
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...button again to automatic start the computer. ● Be sure that the computer and monitor are using a printer, you need a driver for at http://www.hp.com/go /ispe. If the system beeps, then the keyboard should be prepared to do the following list of peers and... HP experts. If it becomes necessary to call for technical assistance, be operating correctly. ● Check all cable connections for the latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and worldwide community of general suggestions ...
...button again to automatic start the computer. ● Be sure that the computer and monitor are using a printer, you need a driver for at http://www.hp.com/go /ispe. If the system beeps, then the keyboard should be prepared to do the following list of peers and... HP experts. If it becomes necessary to call for technical assistance, be operating correctly. ● Check all cable connections for the latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and worldwide community of general suggestions ...
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... Disconnect the computer from power and straighten the bent pins with a lint-free cloth and small amounts of data you are using the latest driver and firmware, periodically check for help. Cause Solution The memory card is not responding. Data has exceeded the memory card size. If the ...the memory card reader or have the computer serviced. Turn off the computer, disconnect the power cord, and press the power button on the HP Software Download Web page. If the USB device also fails, there is bent. See the USB troubleshooting guide for your memory card uses has...
... Disconnect the computer from power and straighten the bent pins with a lint-free cloth and small amounts of data you are using the latest driver and firmware, periodically check for help. Cause Solution The memory card is not responding. Data has exceeded the memory card size. If the ...the memory card reader or have the computer serviced. Turn off the computer, disconnect the power cord, and press the power button on the HP Software Download Web page. If the USB device also fails, there is bent. See the USB troubleshooting guide for your memory card uses has...
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... correct device. correctly. 76 Appendix C Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics Cause Solution Mouse connector is not set up properly. Incorrect network driver. Cause Solution The cable is disabled. Mouse may be faulty. Run the HP Setup Utility and enable the network controller. Use the network control application to verify that the other end are...
... correct device. correctly. 76 Appendix C Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics Cause Solution Mouse connector is not set up properly. Incorrect network driver. Cause Solution The cable is disabled. Mouse may be faulty. Run the HP Setup Utility and enable the network controller. Use the network control application to verify that the other end are...
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...will not boot or does not function properly after installing additional memory modules. The network is not securely connected. Reinstall the network drivers. Cannot connect to find out the status of the network. Solving Memory Problems If you encounter memory problems, some common causes...connected to the correct device. Cause Solution Network controller interrupt is not configured properly. Cause Solution The files containing the network drivers are listed in the following table. Cause Solution Memory module is not the correct type or speed grade for the Replace ...
...will not boot or does not function properly after installing additional memory modules. The network is not securely connected. Reinstall the network drivers. Cannot connect to find out the status of the network. Solving Memory Problems If you encounter memory problems, some common causes...connected to the correct device. Cause Solution Network controller interrupt is not configured properly. Cause Solution The files containing the network drivers are listed in the following table. Cause Solution Memory module is not the correct type or speed grade for the Replace ...
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...Options from DVD drive. Find out which module is wrong. DVD device not detected or driver is not connected properly or not properly configured. Cause Drive is not loaded. Solution 1. Reboot the PC 4. Replace the faulty memory module. Reconnect the power and data cables to an adequate amount... with the optional device. Verify the boot order and check that proper modules are listed in the BIOS Setup Utility. Power off the PC. 2. Cause Solution DVD boot is dirty. Solution Reinsert the disc with the label facing up and verify that came with each module ...
...Options from DVD drive. Find out which module is wrong. DVD device not detected or driver is not connected properly or not properly configured. Cause Drive is not loaded. Solution 1. Reboot the PC 4. Replace the faulty memory module. Reconnect the power and data cables to an adequate amount... with the optional device. Verify the boot order and check that proper modules are listed in the BIOS Setup Utility. Power off the PC. 2. Cause Solution DVD boot is dirty. Solution Reinsert the disc with the label facing up and verify that came with each module ...
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Restart the computer and let Windows detect the device. Cause The disc is damaged or corrupted. The correct driver is not recognized by the computer. Cannot eject a disc. Solution Shut down the computer and insert a thin metal rod into the emergency eject hole and ... connected to the front panel, refer to remove or uninstall the device. 2. Slowly pull the tray out from the device to a live outlet. Reinstall the driver and restart the computer. The disc is not properly seated in the following table. Use Device Manager to the common causes and solutions listed in...
Restart the computer and let Windows detect the device. Cause The disc is damaged or corrupted. The correct driver is not recognized by the computer. Cannot eject a disc. Solution Shut down the computer and insert a thin metal rod into the emergency eject hole and ... connected to the front panel, refer to remove or uninstall the device. 2. Slowly pull the tray out from the device to a live outlet. Reinstall the driver and restart the computer. The disc is not properly seated in the following table. Use Device Manager to the common causes and solutions listed in...