Professional Workstation AP500
Reference Guide
First Edition (July 1998)
Part Number 338521-001
Compaq Computer Corporation
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Contents
About This Guide
Text Conventions ................................................................................................................. ix
Symbols in Text.................................................................................................................... x
Symbols on Equipment.........................................................................................................xi
Getting Help........................................................................................................................xii
Compaq Website.......................................................................................................... xii
Telephone Numbers......................................................................................................xii
Chapter 1
Product Features
Standard Features............................................................................................................... 1-2
SmartStart for Workstations............................................................................................... 1-5
Front Panel Components ....................................................................................................1-6
Rear Panel Components ..................................................................................................... 1-8
Keyboard and Mouse........................................................................................................ 1-10
Special Mouse Functions...........................................................................................1-10
Special Keyboard Functions...................................................................................... 1-10
Windows Logo Key................................................................................................... 1-13
Keyboard Lights........................................................................................................ 1-14
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Chapter 2
Compaq Setup and Diagnostic Software
Accessing the Compaq Utilities Menu ................................................................................ 2-1
Computer Setup...........................................................................................................2-2
Computer Checkup (TEST) .........................................................................................2-6
View System Information (INSPECT)......................................................................... 2-7
Create a Diagnostics Diskette......................................................................................2-8
Manage a Diagnostics Partition ................................................................................... 2-9
Exit from This Utility..................................................................................................2-9
ROM BIOS........................................................................................................................ 2-9
Power-On Self-Test..................................................................................................... 2-9
Runtime Services.......................................................................................................2-10
Upgrading the ROM BIOS ........................................................................................ 2-10
Boot Block ROM....................................................................................................... 2-10
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Chapter 3
Intelligent Manageability
Asset Management............................................................................................................. 3-2
Compaq Diagnostics for Windows NT......................................................................... 3-3
Fault Management..............................................................................................................3-4
SMART III Hard Drive Fa ul t Pre d iction...................................................................... 3-5
ECC Fault Prediction and Prefailure Warranty............................................................ 3-5
Proactive Backup.........................................................................................................3-5
Surge-Tolerant Power Supply...................................................................................... 3-5
Thermal Sensor ........................................................................................................... 3-6
Security Management.........................................................................................................3-6
Disabling Diskette Boot or Diskette Write ................................................................... 3-7
Disabling a Serial Port or Parallel Port ........................................................................3-8
Password Security ....................................................................................................... 3-9
QuickLock/QuickBlank.............................................................................................3-15
Cable Lock Provision ................................................................................................ 3-17
Configuration Management..............................................................................................3-19
Upgrading the ROM.................................................................................................. 3-20
FailSafe Boot Block ROM......................................................................................... 3-22
Remote Security Management................................................................................... 3-24
Remote Wakeup and Remote Shutdown .................................................................... 3-25
Dual-State Power Button...........................................................................................3-26
Power Management...................................................................................................3-27
Advanced Configuration and Power Interfaces (ACPI)-Ready Hardware................... 3-28
Compaq Support Software CD Kit and Support from the Com pa q We bsit e ............... 3-29
Integration Management...................................................................................................3-30
Desktop Management Interface................................................................................. 3-30
Compaq Insight Manager and the Insight Management Agents.................................. 3-30
Compaq Management Solutions Partners Program..................................................... 3-31
Chapter 4
Network Communications
Connecting to an Ethernet Network.................................................................................... 4-2
Installing the Network Driver.............................................................................................4-2
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Chapter 5
CD-ROM Drive and PremierSound Audio System
Using the Tray-Load CD-ROM Drive ................................................................................ 5-1
Using CD-ROM Software............................................................................................5-2
Using Audio Compact Discs........................................................................................ 5-3
CD-ROM Drive Precautions........................................................................................ 5-3
PremierSound Audio System.............................................................................................. 5-4
Chapter 6
Hardware Upgrade Preparations
Installation Sequence..........................................................................................................6-2
Reconfiguring the Workstation........................................................................................... 6-3
Removing the Side Access Panel........................................................................................ 6-4
Removing the Front Bezel .................................................................................................. 6-5
Identifying Internal Com ponent s ........................................................................................6-6
Removing the Expansion Board Assembly......................................................................... 6-8
Removing the Removable Hard Drive Cage.......................................................................6-9
Identifying the System Board Components....................................................................... 6-11
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Chapter 7
Memory Upgrades
Installing Additional Memory ............................................................................................7-1
Important Guidelines for DIMM Installation ............................................................... 7-3
Installing DIMM Modules........................................................................................... 7-3
Chapter 8
Drives
Installing Additional Drives ...............................................................................................8-1
Removing a Blank Drive Bezel for Removable Media Storage Device Installations.... 8-3
Removing a Cooling Shield for a Hard Drive Installation ............................................ 8-4
Locating the Optional Hardware Screws...................................................................... 8-5
Installing a Hard Drive in Bay 5 or 6........................................................................... 8-6
Installing a Hard Drive in the Removable Hard Drive Cage (Bays 1 - 3) ..................... 8-9
SCSI Cable and Guidelines ..............................................................................................8-11
SCSI Cables.............................................................................................................. 8-11
SCSI Guidelines for Installing SCSI Devices............................................................ 8-12
SCSI Guidelines for Optimizing Performance............................................................ 8-13
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Chapter 9
Expansion Boards
Identifying the PCI and ISA Expansion Slots ..................................................................... 9-2
Installing a PCI or an ISA Expansion Board...................................................................... 9-4
Identifying the Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) Graphics Controller Expansion Slot.......9-6
Installing and Removing an AGP Graphics Controller....................................................... 9-6
Chapter 10
Processors
Installing an Additional Processor.................................................................................... 10-1
Upgrading the Processor ................................................................................................... 10-3
Chapter 11
Troubleshooting
Checklist for Minor Problems...........................................................................................11-1
Troubleshooting Common Problems.................................................................................11-3
Minor Problems......................................................................................................... 11-3
Diskette Drive Problems............................................................................................ 11-5
Display Problems...................................................................................................... 11-6
Audio Problems.........................................................................................................11-8
Printer Problems........................................................................................................ 11-8
Hardware Installation Problems................................................................................. 11-9
Network Problems ................................................................................................... 11-10
Memory Problems................................................................................................... 11-14
CD-ROM Drive Problems....................................................................................... 11-15
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Appendix A
Regulatory Compliance Notices
Federal Communications Commission Notice................................................................... A-1
Class A Equipment............................................................................................................ A- 1
Class B Equipment............................................................................................................ A-2
Modifications............................................................................................................. A-2
Cables........................................................................................................................ A-2
Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with FCC Logo, United States Only. A-3
Mouse Compliance Statement .................................................................................... A-4
Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien)...................................................................................... A-4
Class A Equipment..................................................................................................... A-4
Class B Equipment..................................................................................................... A-4
European Union Notice..................................................................................................... A-4
Japanese Notice.................................................................................................................A-5
Taiwan Notice...................................................................................................................A-5
Laser Devices.................................................................................................................... A-6
Laser Safety Warnings................................................................................................ A-6
Compliance with CDRH Regulations......................................................................... A-6
Compliance with International Regulations................................................................ A-6
Laser Product Label.................................................................................................... A-7
Laser Information....................................................................................................... A-7
Battery Replacement Notice.............................................................................................. A-8
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Appendix B
Electrostatic Discharge
Grounding Methods............................................................................................................B-1
Appendix C
Power Cord Set Requirements
General Requirements........................................................................................................C-1
Country-Specific Requirements..........................................................................................C-2
Appendix D
POST Error Messages
Error Messages.................................................................................................................. D-1
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Appendix E
Installing a New Battery
Running Computer Setup ...................................................................................................E-1
Installation Procedures.......................................................................................................E-2
Appendix F
Workstation Specifications
Index
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About This Guide
This guide is designed to be used as step-by-step instructions for installation,
and as a reference for operation, troubleshooting, and future upgrades.
Text Conventions
This document uses the following conventions to distinguish elements of text:
Keys Keys appear in boldface. A plus sign (+) between two
USER INPUT User input appears in a different typeface and in
FILENAMES File names appear in uppercase italics.
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keys indicates that they should be pressed
simultaneously.
uppercase.
Menu Options,
Command Names,
Dialog Box Names
COMMANDS,
DIRECTORY
NAMES, an d DR I VE
NAMES
Type When you are instructed to type information, type the
Enter When you are instructed to enter information, type the
These appear in initial capital letters.
These always appear in uppe rc ase
information without pressing the Enter key.
information and then press the Enter key.
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Symbols in Text
These symbols may be found in the t ext of t his guide . T hey ha ve the
following meanings.
!
IMPORTANT: Presents clarifying information or specif i c i nst ruct i ons.
NOTE: Presents comm ent ary, si del ights, or interest i ng poi nts of informat i on.
WARNING: Indicates that failure to fol l ow di rect i ons i n the warning could
result in bodily harm or loss of life.
CAUTION: Indicat es t hat failure to fol l ow di rect i ons coul d resul t i n
damage to equipment or l oss of i nformation.
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Symbols on Equipment
These icons may be located on equipment in areas where hazardous conditions
may exist.
Any surface or area of the equipment m arked wi t h these
symbols indicat es t he presence of el ectrical shock hazards.
Enclosed area contains no operator serviceable parts.
WARNING: To reduce risk of injury from el ect ri cal shock
hazards, do not open this enclosure.
Any RJ-45 receptacle marked with these symbols indicat es a
Network Interface C onnect ion.
WARNING: To reduce risk of electrical shock, f ire, or damage
to the equipment , do not plug tel ephone or tel ecommunications
connectors into this recept acl e.
Any surface or area of the equipment m arked wi t h these
symbols indicat es t he presence of a hot surf ace or hot
component. If this surface is contact ed, the potenti al f or i nj ury
exists.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury f rom a hot component,
allow the surface t o cool before touching.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of electri c shock or damage to the
equipment:
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Do not disable t he power cord grounding pl ug. The grounding plug is an
important saf et y f eature.
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Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electri cal out let that i s
easily accessible at al l times.
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Disconnect power from t he w orkst at i on by unpl ugging the power cord
from either the el ect ri cal out let or the workstati on.
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About This Guide
Getting Help
If you have a problem and have exhausted the information in this guide, you
can get further information and other help in the following locations.
Compaq Website
The Compaq website has information on this product as well as the latest
drivers and Flash ROM images. You can access the Compaq website by
logging on to the Interne t at ht t p: //www.compaq.com .
Telephone Numbers
For the name of your nearest Compaq Authorized Reseller:
In the United States, call 1-800-345-1518
In Canada, call 1-800-263-5868
For Compaq technical support:
In the United States and Canada, call 1-800-386-2172
For Compaq technical support phone numbers outside the United States and
Canada, visit the Compaq website at:
http://www.compaq.com
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Chapter 1
Product Features
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Figure 1-1. Compaq P rofessional Workstation AP500
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Product Features
Standard Features
The Compaq Professional Workstation AP500 offers the following standard
features. Features may vary depending on your model. For a complete listing
of the hardware and software installed in your workstation run the INSPEC T
utility in Chapter 2.
Feature Compaq Pr o fessional Workstation AP500
Processors Standard with one 400-M Hz or 450-MHz Int el Pentium II
Number of Processors One processor, upgradable to two
L2 Cache Siz e 512 KB
Memory 64-MB or 128-MB, 100-MHz Registered SDRAM DI M M s
Table 1-1
Standard Features
processor
(upgradable to 1 GB).
Optional Memory
Upgrades
Memory Control l er 800MB/s single channel m em ory controll er
Error Checki ng and
Correcting (E CC) M em o ry
Graphics Cont roller Ships with 2D/3D or 3D graphic s controll er. Refer to t h e
Expansi on S lots Six s l ots with five open. Three dedicated PCI slots. One
Drive Controller Integrated IDE control ler and Integrat ed Wi de-Ul tra SCSI
Supports 100-M Hz ECC 32-MB, 64-M B, 128-MB,
or 256-MB Registered SDRAM DI MMs.
Uses an encodi ng scheme for m em ory error detect i on and
correcti on. (Specif ically , this feature detects and correc ts all
single-bit m em ory errors, and det ects and report s double-bit
errors.)
appropriate guide on the SmartStart for Work stations CD
under X:\DOCS\GRAPHICS , where X is your CD-ROM driv e
designation.
shared PCI/ ISA sl ot (1 full-length PCI/I SA). One dedic ated
short IS A slot. One Accel erated Graphics Port (AGP) slot
located on system board.
controller on PCI local bus.
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Standard Features Continued
Feature Compaq Pr o fessional Workstation AP500
Network Control l er Compaq Fast Et hernet Embedded NIC NC3121 (10/100Mbps
with RJ-45 connector only).
Hard Drive Types Ultra ATA (IDE) or Wide-Ult ra SCSI (To f i nd your speci fic
hard drive size, double-cl ick on My Computer, then click on
the drive y ou want to check. Cli ck File, t hen click
Properties.)
Secondary S torage 3.5-inc h di skett e dri ve and CD-ROM drive
Drive Bay s Seven driv e bays wit h four open.
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Standard Ex ternal
Connectors/Jacks
Serial (two available)
Parallel
USB-hardware ready (t wo available)
Wide-Ultra SCS I
Ethernet (RJ-45)
Headphone and microphone jac ks
Stereo line i n/line out
Keyboard
Mouse
VGA (AGP) on selected m odels
Audio Integrated/ ported speaker built into t he front bezel
Integrated audi o chip provides stereo sound and FM synthes i s
Headphone jack
Microphone jac k
Stereo line i n/line out
ROM Software upgradable ROM v ia ROMPaq Utility
Power Supply 325-Watt power supply with Power F actor Correction (PFC)
Software Micros oft Windows NT Workstat i on, Compaq support
software, and Com paq utilities (preinstalled)
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Standard Features Continued
Feature Compaq Pr o fessional Workstation AP500
Intelli gent Management Remote ROM update
Remote Security Management
Remote Wakeup and Remo te Shutdown
Establishment of Power Management Settings
Advanced Configuration and P ower Interfac e (ACPI) c apabl e
Enhanced Support Software CD and s upport from Compaq
website
DMI 2.0
For more information, see Chapt er 3
Asset Management Compaq Diagnostic s for Windows NT Workstat ion
For more information, see Chapt er 3
Security Features Keyboard password
Adminis trator pass word
QuickLock/QuickBlank
Diskette Write Control
Diskette Boot Control
Serial Interface Cont rol
Security Lock Provision
Diagnostic Tools Power-On Self-T est (POST )
Diagnostics (DIA GS)
Computer Setup and Inspect
ROMPaq utilities to upgrade ROM
Warranty 3-year l i m ited (3/1/1)
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SmartStart for Workstations
If the preinstalled software on your workstation has been deleted, you can
install Microsoft Windows NT Workstation, Compaq support software, and
Compaq utilities using SmartStart for Workstations. For more information
about SmartStart for Workstations, refer to the Software Installation Guide
shipped with the workstation. There are also online help files located on the
SmartStart for Workstations CD.
For information about the graphics controller installed on your workstation,
refer to the appropriate guide on the SmartStart for Workstations CD under
X:\DOCS\GRAPHICS, where X is your CD-ROM drive designation. To view
one of the .pdf files, use Adobe Acrobat Reader. To install Adobe Acrobat
Reader, refer to the Software Installation Guide.
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Product Features
Front Panel Components
The following figure ide nt ifi e s the front pa nel c ompone nt s. See Ta bl e 1-2 for
a description of each component.
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5
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6
7
8
9
Figure 1-2. Identifyi ng front panel com ponents
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Front Panel Components
Ref. Component Description
1 Power on/off LED After pluggi ng the power cord into a grounded AC
outlet and t he workstat ion, if the LED is:
Off - Workstation is ready to be powered up.
Steady Amber - T he expansion board assembly i s
not seated properl y.
After pressing the power button, if the LED is:
Steady Green - Works tation is turned on, and the
expansion board as sembly i s seated properly.
Blinking green - Workstat i on i s in standby mode
2 Power button Turns t he workstat i on on or off
3 Hard drive act i vity LE D When lit, i ndi cates t he workstat i on i s reading or
writing data to the hard drive(s)
4 Network act ivity LED When lit, indicates the workstation is receiving
or sending data on t he network
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5 Bay 4 - CD-ROM drive 5.25-inch, hal f-height driv e bay
6 Bay 5 5.25-inch, hal f-height driv e bay
7 Bay 6 5.25-inch, hal f-height driv e bay
8 Bay 7 - dis kette drive 3.5-inch, third-height drive bay
9 Speaker PremierSound with fixed equal i zation
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Rear Panel Components
The following figure illustrates the location of the external connectors and
jacks.
1
2
3
6
8
10
12
14
Figure 1-3. Identifyi ng rear panel components
4
5
7
9
11
13
Table 1-3
Rear Panel Components
Ref. Component Function
1 Power cord connector Connects the power cord
2 Headphone jack Connects to headphones
3 Audio line-out connector Connects t o an external amplifier that powers
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Ref. Component Function
4 Microphone jac k Connec ts to a mi crophone
5 Audio line-in c onnector Connects a device that supplies sound such as a
tape deck or CD pl ayer
6 Keyboard connec tor Connect s to a key board (orange i con)
7 Mouse connector Connects to a mouse (green ic on)
8 Serial connec tor Connect s to a serial device
9 Serial connec tor Connect s to a serial device
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10 Wide-Ultra SCS I
Connects to a SCSI dev i ce
connector
11 Parallel c onnector Connects a paral l el device such as a printer
12 RJ-45 connector Connect s to the E thernet network
13 VGA (AGP) connector Connec ts to a monitor (availabl e on select m odel s)
14 USB connec tors (2) Connect to US B devices
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Product Features
Keyboard and Mouse
The Compaq Professional Workstation AP500 ships with a keyboard and a
three-button mouse.
Special Mouse Functions
Most software applications support the use of a mouse. The functions assigned
to each mouse button depend on the software application you are using.
The Logitech OEM MouseWare software provides special drivers and an
applet that allows you to define the functionality of the mouse buttons. For
more information on installing this software, refer to the Workstation
Software Reference, which is located on the SmartStart for Workstations CD
at X:\DOCS\ REFERENC\INDEX.HTM (where X is your CD-ROM drive
designation).
Special Keyboard Functions
Some keys on the keyboard provide special functions, depending on the
software application you are using. The following figure identifies all special
function keys. Refer to the corresponding table for a description of each key.
1 2
Figure 1-4. Identifyi ng special f unction keys
3 4 5 6 7
912101189 1110
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Table 1-4
Special Function Keys
Ref. Key Function
1 Esc Often assigned a specifi c task by the applic ation.
Frequently used as an exit key (f or qui tting an application),
for moving back one sc reen, or for canc el i ng a command.
2 F1 - F12 Used for specific effects in appl ications and operating
systems. Refer to the application software doc um entation.
3 Backspace Mov es the curs or l eft and deletes charact ers as it m oves to
the left.
4 Print Scrn Depending on the software you are using, print s the
displayed screen to a printer. Using this key may not pri nt
the entire file.
5 Scroll Lock When the Scroll Lock l i ght is on, the screen is prevented
from sc rol l i ng.
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6 Pause Temporari l y suspends screen scrolling or s om e operations.
7 Num Lock When t he Num Lock li ght is on, the numeric k eypad is
activ ated and the arrow key s are deactivated. (The arrow
keys to the left of the keypad perform the same functions
as the arrow keys on the k eypad.)
8 Caps Lock When the Caps Lock light is on, all letters t yped are
capitali zed.
9 Ctrl Used in com bi nation with another key, i ts eff ect depends
on the application software you are using.
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Special Function Keys Continued
Ref. Key Function
10 Windows
Logo*
11 Alt Used in combination wit h another key, its effect depends
12 Application* Us ed (l ike the right mouse button) to open pop-up menus in
13 Delete Used to delete charac ters.
Used to open the Start menu i n Wi ndows NT Works tation.
Used in com bi nation with other keys to perform other
functi ons. (See next table.)
on the application software you are using.
a Microsoft Office applic ation. May perform other func tions
in other sof tware applications.
*Keys available in sel ect geographi c regions.
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Windows Logo Key
The following table shows you how to use the Wi ndows Logo key in
combination with other keys to perform certain functions in Windows NT
Workstation.
Windows Logo Key Combination Function in Windows NT Workstation
Windows logo key + F1 Displays a pop-up menu for the selected obj ect.
Windows logo key + Tab Activates t he next Taskbar button.
Windows logo key + E Launches Explore My Computer.
Windows logo key + F Launches Fi nd Document.
Windows logo key + Ctrl+F Launches Find Computer.
Windows logo key + M Minimiz es all open applications.
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Table 1-5
Key Combinations
Shift+ Wi ndows logo key + M Undoes Mi nimize A l l .
Windows logo key + R Display s Run dialog box.
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Keyboard Lights
The following figure identifies the location of the three keyboard lights. For a
description of each light, refer to the corresponding table.
3
2
1
Figure 1-5. Keyboard lights
Table 1-6
Keyboard Lights
Ref. Description Function
1 Num Lock When Num Lock is enabled (light i s on), the
numeric keypad is activated.
2 Caps Lock When the Caps Lock is enabled (li ght is on), al l
text appears in uppercase when typed.
3 Scrol l Lock When Scroll Lock is enabl ed (l i ght is on), the
screen is prevented from scrolling.
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Chapter 2
Compaq Setup and Diagnostic
Software
Your workstation provides setup and diagnostic utilities that you can use to
configure your workstation’s hardware, resolve resource conflicts, run
diagnostic tests on your workstation, and view information about your
workstation. This software includes Compaq Utilities that are preinstalled on a
hard drive partition and ROM BIOS (Read Only Memory Basic Input/Output
System). This chapter explains how to access the Compaq Utilities menu,
describes the options available in Compaq Utilities, and discusses the ROM
BIOS.
NOTE: If you have reform at ted your hard drive and removed the hard drive
partition t hat cont ains the Compaq Ut ilities, you can reinstall it by using the
Compaq SmartStart f or W orkst at ions CD, or you can download Set up and User
Diagnostics f rom t he C om paq w ebsi te at http: //www.compaq.com i n t he
Compaq Services and Technical Hel p area, under Dow nl oadabl es.
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NOTE: For information on another Compaq diagnostic tool, Compaq
Diagnostics f or Windows NT, refer to C hapt er 3.
Accessing the Compaq Utilities
Menu
To access the Compaq Utilities menu, follow these steps:
1. Turn on or restart the workstation. If Windows NT Workstation is
running, click Start, Shut Down, Re start the c omputer.
2. When you see the words “F10=Setup” in the bott om -right c orner of t he
screen, press the F10 key.
NOTE: If you do not press t he F10 key w hi l e the message is displayed, you
must turn off t he w orkst at i on, then on again, t o access t he utility.
3. Press the Enter key to bypass the title and welcome screen. The Compaq
Utilities menu appears.
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Compaq Setup and Diagnost i c Software
The Compaq Utilities menu consists of the following choices:
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Computer Setup
■
Computer Checkup (TEST)
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View System Information (INSPECT)
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Create a Diagnostics Diskette
■
Manage Diagnostics Partition
■
Exit from this Utility
These options are described in the following subsections.
Computer Setup
Computer Setup allows you to configure your workstation’s hardware and
resolve resource conflicts. Computer Setup provides information you will
need about your workstation if you need assistance from Compaq Customer
Support. Setup can also be used:
■
To change factory default settings, and to set or change the system
configuration, which may be necessary when you add or remove
hardware.
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To determine if all of the devices installed on the workstation are
recognized by the system and functioning properly.
■
To determine information about the operating environment of the
workstation.
■
To solve system configuration errors detected but not automatically
fixed during the Powe r-On Se lf-T e st (POST ).
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To establish and manage passwords and other security features.
■
To establish and manage energy-saving timeouts.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to configure new opti ons and drivers in your operating
system after t hey have been conf i gured by Computer Setup.
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Using Computer Setup
To use Computer Setup, select Computer Setup from the Compaq Utilities
menu. The following table describes the features available in Computer Setup.
Table 2-1
Computer Setup Features
Task Comp u ter Setup Selection
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View the product name, processor
type/speed/st eppi ng, CPU serial number,
system ROM date, system board revision,
install ed m em ory siz e, and asset tracking
number
Set the system time and date
Set the A sset Tag. F or m ore information, see
section “ S ecurity Management” in Chapt er 3.
Set the P OST mode (QuickBoot or Full Boot)
and enable/disabl e POST messages
Set IS A back-to-bac k I/O (f ast/legacy) delay
and bus priority (ISA/PCI)
View the currently installed drive A:
(preinstall ed di skett e dri ve) and drive B:
devices and set resourc es for diskette drives
Click Built-in Devices, then click System
Information.
Click Built-in Devices, then click System
Information. Click Date/Time.
Click Built-in Devices, then click System
Information. Under System Parameters,
enter the new Asset Tag.
Click Built-in Devices, then click System
Information. Sel ect the appropriate
options under Quick Boot and POST
Messages Descripti ve/Clean Mode.
Click Built-in Devices, then click System
Information. Under Syst em Parameters ,
select the appropriate I/O Delay.
Click Built-in Devices, then click Storage.
The informat i on i s display ed under
Diskette.
Enable/disable disk ette booting and di skette
writing
NOTE: Af ter saving changes to Removable
Media, the workstation will restart. Turn the
workstation off, then on, manually.
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Click Built-in Devices, then click Storage.
Select the appropriate opti on under
Removable Media.
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Computer Setup Features Continued
Task Comp u ter Setup Selection
View inform ation regarding IDE devices
connected to the system
NOTE: AT A PI devices (CD-ROM, tape) are
Click Built-in Devices, then click Storage.
The informat i on i s display ed under IDE
Devices.
listed as ATAPI devices.
Set the hard dri ve to Ultra-DM A (Ultra-AT A ),
EDMA, or P IO mode operation
Click Built-in Devices, then click Storage.
Under IDE Devices, select the
appropriate Drive Timing.
Enable/disable IDE drive translation Click Built-in Devices, then click Storage.
Under IDE Devices, select IDE Drive
Translation.
Specify the boot order of i nstalled peripheral
devices (such as LS -120 dri ve, diskette drive,
Click Built-in Devices, then click Storage.
Click Boot Order.
hard drive, or CD-ROM devices )
Enable/disable serial and paral l el port and/or
set resources for onboard system devices
(serial port, parallel port, etc. )
Click Built-in Devices, then click
Communications. Select the appropriate
options under Serial Ports or Parallel
Port.
Set the printer mode (flex i ble/standard) Click Built-in Devices, then clic k
Communications. Under Parallel Port,
select the appropriate Bi -di rectional Port.
Set the Num Lock st ate at power-on Click Built-in Devices, then cli ck Input
Devices. Under Keyboard, turn on Num
Lock St ate At Power-on.
Disable energy save mode Click Built-in Devices, then click Power
Management. Select Energy Save
Disabled.
Select timeout v alues
NOTE: Thes e selecti ons appear only when
energy save m ode i s set (def aul t).
Enable/disable power LED blink in suspend
mode
NOTE: This selection does not appear i f the
Click Built-in Devices, then click Power
Management. Under Hard Dri ve and/or
Monitor, select the Timeout value.
Click Built-in Devices, then click Power
Management. Select Blink LED during
Energy Sav e.
energy saver m ode i s disabled.
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