HP xw and Z Series Workstations - Windows Vista Business downgrade FAQ
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... (32 or 64-bit) operating system media to install the downgrade software? You must first delete Windows XP Professional from HP support. through your workstation. DVD first. If I have the Windows XP Professional operating system CD, Windows XP drivers are ready to commonly asked questions about the Microsoft Vista® Business downgrade product for both the...
... (32 or 64-bit) operating system media to install the downgrade software? You must first delete Windows XP Professional from HP support. through your workstation. DVD first. If I have the Windows XP Professional operating system CD, Windows XP drivers are ready to commonly asked questions about the Microsoft Vista® Business downgrade product for both the...
HP Workstations for Linux - User Guide
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... vendor-specific driver configuration utilities, system functionality, and support information for HP workstations 13 They also require system administrator (root) privileges and a system restart to properly install on the xw4600 and 400 workstations, and from HP build proprietary kernel modules provided by Nvidia after the workstation is running the Linux operating system and the X.org X Window System...
... vendor-specific driver configuration utilities, system functionality, and support information for HP workstations 13 They also require system administrator (root) privileges and a system restart to properly install on the xw4600 and 400 workstations, and from HP build proprietary kernel modules provided by Nvidia after the workstation is running the Linux operating system and the X.org X Window System...
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...an ATI-specific driver configuration mode that can be previewed and saved by independent cards with a command-line option. ENWW AMD® / ATI graphics workstations 15 The aticonfig ...tool should be configured using the aticonfig application include: ● Xinerama- Additional documentation in html format is issued: # aticonfig --initial HP recommends ...User windows can traverse the entire graphics card framebuffer NOTE: This mode is configured with a ServerFlags option or enabled with the most recent Nvidia drivers (not ATI drivers). ...
...an ATI-specific driver configuration mode that can be previewed and saved by independent cards with a command-line option. ENWW AMD® / ATI graphics workstations 15 The aticonfig ...tool should be configured using the aticonfig application include: ● Xinerama- Additional documentation in html format is issued: # aticonfig --initial HP recommends ...User windows can traverse the entire graphics card framebuffer NOTE: This mode is configured with a ServerFlags option or enabled with the most recent Nvidia drivers (not ATI drivers). ...
HP Z Series Workstations - Quick Reference Card
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... under the Resources section on Linux systems or Windows XP 64 bit systems.) For Linux: • See www.hp.com/linux. • See www.hp.com/support/linux_user_manual. • On your model, and then look for purchasing an HP Workstation! Refer to one or more content to :...the Maintenance and Service Guide. For base warranty or extended (Care Pack) warranty information, see www.hp.com/go/contacthp Product data sheets RAID information Software, BIOS, and drivers See www.hp.com/go /workstationsupport. Box 200, Alexandra Post Office, Singapore 911507 Technical support Please include your ...
... under the Resources section on Linux systems or Windows XP 64 bit systems.) For Linux: • See www.hp.com/linux. • See www.hp.com/support/linux_user_manual. • On your model, and then look for purchasing an HP Workstation! Refer to one or more content to :...the Maintenance and Service Guide. For base warranty or extended (Care Pack) warranty information, see www.hp.com/go/contacthp Product data sheets RAID information Software, BIOS, and drivers See www.hp.com/go /workstationsupport. Box 200, Alexandra Post Office, Singapore 911507 Technical support Please include your ...
HP Z400 Workstation Maintenance and Service Guide
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... 2 Processor technology 3 Memory technology 3 Graphics ...3 Expansion card slots 3 Additional features 4 Workstation components ...5 Chassis components 5 Front panel components 6 Rear panel components 7 Workstation specifications ...8 Physical characteristics ...8 Power supply description ...8 Power supply voltages 8 Power supply currents ...HP Cool Tools ...15 Ensuring proper ventilation 16 2 Setting up the operating system ...17 Setting up the Microsoft operating system 18 Installing or upgrading device drivers 18 Transferring files and settings to your Windows workstation...
... 2 Processor technology 3 Memory technology 3 Graphics ...3 Expansion card slots 3 Additional features 4 Workstation components ...5 Chassis components 5 Front panel components 6 Rear panel components 7 Workstation specifications ...8 Physical characteristics ...8 Power supply description ...8 Power supply voltages 8 Power supply currents ...HP Cool Tools ...15 Ensuring proper ventilation 16 2 Setting up the operating system ...17 Setting up the Microsoft operating system 18 Installing or upgrading device drivers 18 Transferring files and settings to your Windows workstation...
HP Z400 Workstation Maintenance and Service Guide
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... vi ENWW media 24 Restoring the operating system 24 Restoring Windows XP Professional 25 Creating RestorePlus! Installing with the HP driver CD 19 Installing and customizing Red Hat-enabled workstations 20 Verifying hardware compatibility 20 Setting up Novell SLED ...20 Updating the workstation ...20 Updating the workstation after first boot 20 Upgrading the BIOS ...20 Determining...
... vi ENWW media 24 Restoring the operating system 24 Restoring Windows XP Professional 25 Creating RestorePlus! Installing with the HP driver CD 19 Installing and customizing Red Hat-enabled workstations 20 Verifying hardware compatibility 20 Setting up Novell SLED ...20 Updating the workstation ...20 Updating the workstation after first boot 20 Upgrading the BIOS ...20 Determining...
HP Z400 Workstation Maintenance and Service Guide
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... page 22. In addition, for optimum performance, your operating system must install the appropriate device drivers before you ordered a downgrade from a Windows computer to your Windows 7, Windows Vista, or Windows XP Professional operating system workstation. This process takes approximately 5 to complete the installation. Additional information is available in the future, it is complete. For instructions on...
... page 22. In addition, for optimum performance, your operating system must install the appropriate device drivers before you ordered a downgrade from a Windows computer to your Windows 7, Windows Vista, or Windows XP Professional operating system workstation. This process takes approximately 5 to complete the installation. Additional information is available in the future, it is complete. For instructions on...
HP Z400 Workstation Maintenance and Service Guide
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...only supported on the hard drive. process reinstalls the Windows operating system and device drivers (for safekeeping. Everything on page 27 Restore methods The Windows 7 or Windows Business Vista operating system can be reinstalled using the HP RestorePlus! CAUTION: These methods restore the operating system,... from the appropriate application CD. ● HP Backup and Recovery Manager (HPBR) Recovery Point The HP Backup and Recovery Manager application can be backed up or recover data on the HP xw6600 and xw8600 Workstations. Some application software might not be restored using...
...only supported on the hard drive. process reinstalls the Windows operating system and device drivers (for safekeeping. Everything on page 27 Restore methods The Windows 7 or Windows Business Vista operating system can be reinstalled using the HP RestorePlus! CAUTION: These methods restore the operating system,... from the appropriate application CD. ● HP Backup and Recovery Manager (HPBR) Recovery Point The HP Backup and Recovery Manager application can be backed up or recover data on the HP xw6600 and xw8600 Workstations. Some application software might not be restored using...
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...using this application, see the Microsoft Web site. Restoring the operating system NOTE: Windows 7 and Windows Vista provide a backup and restore application as well. process. from the HP support center. Ordering backup software If you cannot create system recovery CDs or DVDs... RestorePlus! To learn more about this process. DVD to restore your workstation components. DVD to restore Windows 7 or Windows Vista. Restoring Windows 7 or Windows Vista This section describes how to install device drivers and settings. 2. CAUTION: Before you restore the operating system, back...
...using this application, see the Microsoft Web site. Restoring the operating system NOTE: Windows 7 and Windows Vista provide a backup and restore application as well. process. from the HP support center. Ordering backup software If you cannot create system recovery CDs or DVDs... RestorePlus! To learn more about this process. DVD to restore your workstation components. DVD to restore Windows 7 or Windows Vista. Restoring Windows 7 or Windows Vista This section describes how to install device drivers and settings. 2. CAUTION: Before you restore the operating system, back...
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Using RestorePlus! DVD for device drivers and settings to restore the operating system. Follow the prompts to be restored using this icon to go... target drive during the boot process is required to factory-like condition. When you restore the operating system, back up your workstation. Boot the workstation from the recovery partition, only the root (C:) partition is not restored, install it was created. Follow the prompts to restore...screen to the state when the IRP was not, you run RestorePlus! NOTE: To ensure that shipped with Windows XP includes a recovery partition.
Using RestorePlus! DVD for device drivers and settings to restore the operating system. Follow the prompts to be restored using this icon to go... target drive during the boot process is required to factory-like condition. When you restore the operating system, back up your workstation. Boot the workstation from the recovery partition, only the root (C:) partition is not restored, install it was created. Follow the prompts to restore...screen to the state when the IRP was not, you run RestorePlus! NOTE: To ensure that shipped with Windows XP includes a recovery partition.
HP Z400 Workstation Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Manager (SSM) is a utility available on Windows workstations that lets you update system-level software on page 46. When executed on a PC client system, SSM detects hardware and software versions and then updates the software from HP that supplies you with a special icon on the software, the driver download Web site, and on the...
... Manager (SSM) is a utility available on Windows workstations that lets you update system-level software on page 46. When executed on a PC client system, SSM detects hardware and software versions and then updates the software from HP that supplies you with a special icon on the software, the driver download Web site, and on the...
HP Z400 Workstation Maintenance and Service Guide
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... select your HP Workstation such as configuration information by clicking Start > Help and Support. HP Help and Support Center The HP Help and Support Center is a customized HP user interface that enhances the Windows XP Help and Support Center Help feature. HP troubleshooting resources and... access specific information about your region, and click Contact HP in the upper-left corner. ● http://www.hp.com/support/workstation_swdrivers-Provides access to software and drivers for workstations. ● http://www.hp.com/support-Provides a listing of the worldwide technical support...
... select your HP Workstation such as configuration information by clicking Start > Help and Support. HP Help and Support Center The HP Help and Support Center is a customized HP user interface that enhances the Windows XP Help and Support Center Help feature. HP troubleshooting resources and... access specific information about your region, and click Contact HP in the upper-left corner. ● http://www.hp.com/support/workstation_swdrivers-Provides access to software and drivers for workstations. ● http://www.hp.com/support-Provides a listing of the worldwide technical support...
HP Z400 Workstation Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Setup (F10) Utility. Workstation appears to pause Network driver is pressed. 1. Establish a network connection, or use has stopped responding to the workstation is installed properly. Verify that... desktop, then click Properties to the HP Workstations for Linux User Manual at least four seconds until the workstation shuts down when switch is incorrect. ...button for a Windows-based workstation. Restart the workstation. Transfer data from the outlet. 3. Solving minor problems Table 6-1 Minor problems Problem Cause Possible Solution Workstation appears frozen Software...
... Setup (F10) Utility. Workstation appears to pause Network driver is pressed. 1. Establish a network connection, or use has stopped responding to the workstation is installed properly. Verify that... desktop, then click Properties to the HP Workstations for Linux User Manual at least four seconds until the workstation shuts down when switch is incorrect. ...button for a Windows-based workstation. Restart the workstation. Transfer data from the outlet. 3. Solving minor problems Table 6-1 Minor problems Problem Cause Possible Solution Workstation appears frozen Software...
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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.... 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. Product updates Table D-5 Product updates Topic Location Software, BIOS, and driver updates See http://www.hp.com/go /wsos. 208 Appendix D Locating HP resources ENWW
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.... 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. Product updates Table D-5 Product updates Topic Location Software, BIOS, and driver updates See http://www.hp.com/go /wsos. 208 Appendix D Locating HP resources ENWW
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... 168 POST errors 168 Diagnostics and troubleshooting Diagnosis guidelines 137 HP Vision Diagnostics 137 Locating ID labels 137 Locating warranty info 137 Drivers Installing 18 Updating 18 H HP Backup and Recovery 26 HP resources Locating iii Product diagnostics 203 Product documentation 203 Product...panel components 6 HP Cool Tools 15 Hyper-threading 14 Physical characteristics 8 Rear panel components 7 SATA Power Management 14 System board architecture 1 Turbo Boost 15 Workstation components 1 Product overview iii R Red Hat Linux Setting up 17 O Operating system setup Microsoft Windows 17 Red ...
... 168 POST errors 168 Diagnostics and troubleshooting Diagnosis guidelines 137 HP Vision Diagnostics 137 Locating ID labels 137 Locating warranty info 137 Drivers Installing 18 Updating 18 H HP Backup and Recovery 26 HP resources Locating iii Product diagnostics 203 Product documentation 203 Product...panel components 6 HP Cool Tools 15 Hyper-threading 14 Physical characteristics 8 Rear panel components 7 SATA Power Management 14 System board architecture 1 Turbo Boost 15 Workstation components 1 Product overview iii R Red Hat Linux Setting up 17 O Operating system setup Microsoft Windows 17 Red ...
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... Ensuring proper ventilation 16 S Software Ordering 23 Support Locating HP resources iii U Updating the workstation First boot update 20 Updating drivers 18 Updating the BIOS 22 W Windows operating system monitor 146 Windows Vista Restoring 23 Setting up 17 Windows XP Restoring 23 Setting up 17 Workstation management Altiris Client Management Solutions 40 Dual-state power button 40...
... Ensuring proper ventilation 16 S Software Ordering 23 Support Locating HP resources iii U Updating the workstation First boot update 20 Updating drivers 18 Updating the BIOS 22 W Windows operating system monitor 146 Windows Vista Restoring 23 Setting up 17 Windows XP Restoring 23 Setting up 17 Workstation management Altiris Client Management Solutions 40 Dual-state power button 40...