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User’s Guide

Welcome to Your HP Vectra PC

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Hewlett-Packard desktop PC. Your high-performance PC provides:

a PentiumTM processor in a Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket for

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easy processor upgrades an integrated level-two cache of 256 KB for high performance

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a main memory of 8 MB or 16 MB, upgradeable to 128 MB

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an Ultra VGA PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) video

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controller with 1 MB of video memory upgradeable to 2 MB. Some models have a Matrox MGA Millennium video adapter board with 2MB as standard, upgradeable to 4MB or 8MB.

an integrated Enhanced IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics)

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controller on the PCI bus supporting Fast IDE and Standard IDE three front-access drive shelves (one can be used as an internal

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shelf) one internal drive shelf

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four free slots for accessory boards:

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one 32-bit PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) slot

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two 16-bit ISA (Industry Standard Architecture) slots

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one combination ISA or PCI slot

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one parallel port, and two serial ports

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preloaded HP utilities to ease system configuration tasks

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BIOS stored in Flash ROM

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BIOS support for ISA “Plug and Play”

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pre-installed Operating system and Software.

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Your HP Vectra has other important attributes:

DMI compliant

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designed for Windows® 95

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Vectra Ergonomic Power Solution—Windows 95 soft power-down

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using the mouse, and keyboard power-on.

Energy Star compliant power management.

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The PC range described in this manual has a power saving capability which complies with the Environment Protection Agency’s (EPA) 30 watt maximum power consumption in sleep mode, with the exception of those models which are fully loaded multimedia PCs. The fully loaded multimedia PCs also have energy saving capabilities, but use slightly more than the maximum 30 watt limit in power saving mode, required for the Energy Star label approval.

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Contents

1 Setting Up Your PC

Unpacking Your PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Connecting the Mouse, Keyboard, and Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Connecting a Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Connecting the Power Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Starting the PC for the First Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Creating Master Diskettes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

2 Using Your PC

Starting and Stopping Your PC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

The HP Vectra Keyboard for Windows 95 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

HP Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Accessing HP User Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Advanced Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Personalizing Your Mouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

The Desktop Management Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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3 How to Install Accessories In Your PC

Supported HP Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Removing the Cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Replacing the Cover after Installing Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Moving and Replacing the Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Replacing the Power Supply after Installing Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Installing Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Main Memory Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Installing a Video Memory Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Installing Accessory Boards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Configuring Accessory Boards with Plug and Play (Windows 3.11) . . . 31

Configuring non-Plug and Play ISA Accessory Boards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Installing the Board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Installing Mass Storage Devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Installing a Flexible Disk Drive or a CD-ROM Drive

in the Middle Shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Installing an IDE Hard Disk Drive in the Rear Shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Installing a 3.5-inch Disk Drive in the Bottom Shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Installing a 5.25-inch Drive in the Bottom Shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Configuring the Device or Devices you have installed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Installing an Upgrade Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Installing the Security Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

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4 The HP Setup Program

Using the HP Setup Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Starting the Setup Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Understanding the SETUP Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Setting Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Setting Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

After Installing an IDE Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

5 Troubleshooting Your PC

Solving Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

If Your PC Does Not Start. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

If Your Display is Blank and There Are No Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . 67

If you are Unable to Change any Values in Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

If a POST Error Message is Displayed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

To Clear the CMOS Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Power-On-Self-Test Errors that May Prevent Your PC From Starting . .69

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If Your PC Has a Hardware Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

If Your Display Does Not Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

If Your Display is Blurred or Unreadable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

If Your Keyboard or Mouse Does Not Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

If Your Printer Does Not Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

If the Flexible Disk Drive Does Not Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

If the Hard Disk Does Not Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

If the Hard Disk Activity Light Does Not Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

If the CD-ROM Drive Does Not Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

If an Accessory Board Does Not Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

If Your PC Has a Software Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

If You Have Forgotten Your Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

If Your Application Software Does Not Work. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

If Power Management Does Not Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

If the Date and Time are Incorrect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Changing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

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6 Technical Information

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Power Consumption. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Typical Power Consumption/Availability for ISA Accessory Slots . . . . . .87

Typical Power Consumption/Availability for PCI Accessory Slots. . . . . .87

IRQs, DMAs, and I/O Addresses Used by Your PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Available Video Resolutions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

BIOS Video Resolutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

Windows Video Resolutions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

Windows 95 Video Resolutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

OS/2 Video Resolutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

Video Resolutions for the Matrox MGA Millennium Video Adapter Card,

Valid for Windows 3.11, Windows 95 and OS/2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

The PC’s Memory Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

The PC’s Rear Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

System Board Connectors and Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

System Board Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Recycling Your PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

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7 Hewlett Packard Support and Information Services

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Your HP Authorized Reseller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

HP SupportPack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

HP Support Assistant CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Hewlett-Packard Information Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

HP Forum on CompuServe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

HP Forum on America Online. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

HP BBS Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Internet—FTP Library Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Access HP World Wide Web Site. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

HP FAXback on Demand—HP FIRST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

HP Audio Tips (USA only) HP Automated Support Directory. . . . . . . 106

Ordering Drivers and BIOS on Diskette. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

HP Support Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

Hewlett-Packard Telephone Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Lifeline Telephone Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

HP Network Phone-in Support Service (NPS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Hewlett-Packard Marketing Headquarters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

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Setting Up Your PC

This chapter leads you through the first time installation of your HP Vectra PC.

Computer

1 Setting Up Your PC

Unpacking Your PC

When you receive your PC, unpack all the components:

the computer and power cord

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the display and its cables

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the keyboard and mouse

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the manuals.

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Typical Display

Computer Power Cord

Mouse

Display Power Cord

Keyboard

Manuals

NOTE The operating system software, drivers, and HP utilities are preloaded

on the hard disk.

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1 Setting Up Your PC

Unpacking Your PC

2 Place the PC on a sturdy desk near to easily accessible power outlets,

with enough space for the keyboard, mouse, and any other accessories.

Installation Tools

WARNING

3 Position the PC so that its rear connectors are easily accessible. 4 Place the display on top of the computer. (If you have a large display,

place it next to the computer.)

No tools are required to set up your PC. However, if you plan to install a disk drive or an accessory board in your PC, you will need a flat-blade screwdriver. For further information about installing accessories, refer to chapter 3, “How to Install Accessories In Your PC”.

If you are in any doubt that you can lift the display safely, do not try to move it without help. Refer to the display’s manual for information about the display.

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1 Setting Up Your PC

Connecting the Mouse, Keyboard, and Display

Connect the mouse, keyboard, and display to the back of the

computer. The connectors are shaped to go in one way only.

Tighten the display cable attachment screws.

Mouse Keyboard Display

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1 Setting Up Your PC

Connecting a Printer

Connect the printer cable to the back of the computer and tighten the attachment screws. Use the connector labeled:

Parallel (25-pin parallel connector) for a parallel device

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Serial A (9-pin serial connector) for a serial device

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Serial B (9-pin serial connector) for a second serial device.

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Parallel Connector Serial Connector

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1 Setting Up Your PC

Connecting the Power Cords

If fitted, remove the label covering the computer’s power connector.

Connect the power cords to the display and the computer.

Connect the display’s power cord and the computer’s power cord to

a grounded outlet. (The connectors are shaped to go in one way only.)

WARNING

Display Power Cord

Computer Power Cord

Grounded Outlet

For your safety, always connect the equipment to a grounded wall outlet. Always use a power cord with a properly grounded plug, such as the one provided with this equipment, or one in compliance with your national regulations. This PC is disconnected from the power by removing the power cord from the power outlet. This means the PC must be located close to a power outlet that is easily accessible.

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1 Setting Up Your PC

Starting the PC for the First Time

Your PC has preinstalled software. This software is initialized the first time you start the PC. The software initialization takes approximately three minutes, and:

sets up the software in your language

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sets up your software to use the hardware installed in your

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computer—note that you can change the settings after the software has been initialized.

To initialize your software:

Switch on the display and then the PC.

Switch on the Display

Then switch on the PC

When the PC is switched on, the Vectra Logo is displayed. The PC performs a Power-On-Self-Test (POST). Press if you want to view the POST.

If an error is detected during the Power-On-Self-Test, the PC will automatically display the error. You may be prompted to press to start the Setup program to correct the error.

NOTE Do NOT switch OFF the PC while the software is being initialized as this

could cause unexpected results.

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1 Setting Up Your PC

Starting the PC for the First Time

2 The software initialization routine starts. It displays the software

license agreement, gives you an opportunity to read Working in Comfort (ergonomic advice for computer users), and then asks questions about the PC. For example:

The name of the person who will use the PC and your company

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name. (If necessary, the name of the user can be modified later.)

The current date and time.

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The type of printer (for example, HP LaserJet 4M). This is shown

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on the front of the printer. You also need to enter the connection used by the printer.

The model number of your display. The display’s model number

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is shown on the cover of the manual supplied with the display and on a label on the rear of the display.

Depending on which model PC you have, you may also be asked

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to select which operating system you want to use, Windows 3.11 or Windows 95.

CAUTION Once you have confirmed your selection of the operating system, you

cannot change that selection. The operating system which you have NOT chosen will be deleted from the computer’s hard disk.

3 While the initialization program is running, you might like to

complete the Warranty Registration card which you will find inside the back of this manual.

When the initialization routine has finished, click on OK and the PC will restart.

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4 When your PC has restarted:

Adjust the display screen’s brightness and contrast to your needs.

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If the picture does not fill the screen or is not centered, adjust it using the controls on the display. Refer to the display’s manual for details. Set the keyboard to a comfortable position.

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Adjust brightness

Your display may be different from the display shown here.

1 Setting Up Your PC

Starting the PC for the First Time

Windows 3.11

Windows 95

Other Operating Systems

Creating Master Diskettes

It is very important that you create master diskettes for your preloaded software as soon as possible. HP recommends that you use new diskettes. Should you need to restore the preloaded software on your PC, you can use these diskettes to do so.

Choose this utility in the HPUtils group in Program Manager and follow the screen messages, which will tell you how many diskettes you need.

Use the Microsoft Create System Disk utility. Refer to the Windows 95 documentation for further information.

Refer to the documentation for your operating system.

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1 Setting Up Your PC

Starting the PC for the First Time

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Using Your PC

This chapter explains how to use the HP Vectra features and tools designed to increase your productivity.

2 Using Your PC

Starting and Stopping Your PC

Your PC can be started in two ways:

pressing the power button on the front panel

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pressing the space bar on the HP Vectra keyboard for Windows 95.

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When you start the computer, switch on the display first. When you switch on the computer, the computer carries out the Power-On-SelfTest (POST) while the Vectra logo is displayed. If you wish to view the POST, press . If there is an error in the POST, the error will automatically be displayed.

If you have set a password in the PC’s Setup program, the password prompt displays after the POST has completed. If the Password prompt is displayed, type your password and press to be able to use the PC.

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Password Prompt

2 Using Your PC

Starting and Stopping Your PC

Stopping the PC when using Windows 3.11

Stopping the PC when using Windows 95

Other Operating Systems

To stop the PC, make sure that you have exited all programs and then exited Windows before pressing the power button on the control panel.

To stop or shut down the PC:

1 Click on Start. 2 Click on Shut Down. 3 Click on Shut down the computer.

You can return the PC to full power mode by pressing the space bar.

For other operating systems refer to the operating system manual for details of how to exit the operating system.

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2 Using Your PC

The HP Vectra Keyboard for Windows 95

The HP Vectra keyboard for Windows 95 has several new features. There are three additional keys which give speedy access to Windows 95 functions. These keys have icons indicating what these functions are. The space bar also has an additional function, the Power-On function, which is not specific to Windows 95.

The Windows Icon

The Power-On Icon on the Space Bar

The Application Key

You can display the Windows 95 the two Windows keys, which are on either side of the space bar. Refer to Windows 95 documentation for further information about Windows 95.

The Power-On function enables you to start your PC by pressing the space bar. This function is not specific to Windows 95, but is available whatever your operating system. The option can be enabled or disabled in Setup. The default is enabled.

The Application key allows you to access all the same functions as the right mouse button. It can be used to copy and move files, to access shortcut menus and get Help information. The Application key can also be programmed by your software.

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menu by pressing either of

Start

2 Using Your PC

HP Utilities

You can access Hewlett-Packard Utilities from the HPutils group in the Windows program manager. These utilities include:

Discover Your HP Vectra.

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An online introduction to the main features of your PC, which includes information about the software supplied, and describes features for installing accessories.

The Master Diskette Creation utility.

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Allows you to create master diskettes of your preloaded software.

HP PCID.

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HP PCID is a program which allows you to create a personalized message, which will display during your PC’s Power-On-Self-Test (in text mode only).

HP User Tools.

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These are tools which enable you to set many parameters for your computer and give access to other useful features.

Windows 3.11

Windows

Accessing HP User Tools

Choose HPutils from Program Manager.

Choose the HP User Tools utility.

Choose the tool that you wish to use.

The HP InfoCenter provides information about your PC, and allows you to use HP-supplied software to set up certain aspects of your PC. All HP-specific online information is accessible via the HP InfoCenter.

To access the HP InfoCenter:

Click on Start.

Click on HP InfoCenter.

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2 Using Your PC

Advanced Power Management

Your PC supports a power management system which complies with the United States’ Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Energy Star program. Power management enables you to reduce the PC’s power consumption when you are not using it.

Two power management modes are supported in Windows 3.11:

Standby Mode, which significantly reduces power consumption

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Sleep Mode, which reduces power consumption to a minimum.

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Windows 95 supports a third mode, Shut Off Monitor.

Configuring Power Management in

Use the Power icon from the Windows control panel in Program Manager.

Windows 3.11 Configuring Power

Management in Windows 95

CAUTION If your PC is on a Novell

Other Operating

Standby Mode

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Use the Display icon in the Control Panel (Click on Start and then Settings). Shut Off Monitor mode

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Use the Display icon in the Control Panel. Suspend Mode

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Use the Power icon in the Control Panel to configure Suspend Mode. Click on Suspend on the Start menu to activate Suspend Mode. This mode is similar to Sleep Mode in Windows 3.11.

from the network. Some other software applications are also not compatible with Suspend mode.

Refer to your operating system documentation.

Systems

Activating Sleep Mode in Windows 3.11

To activate Sleep Mode, click on the Sleep Mode icon (at the bottom-left hand corner of the screen).

network, Suspend Mode will disconnect you

Power Management in DOS

Press any key to return to full power mode.

For more information about the DOS power management utility, refer to the operating system manual.

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2 Using Your PC

Personalizing Your Mouse

Your PC has preinstalled software (the Mouse Control Center) which you can use to personalize the functionality of your mouse.

The Desktop Management Interface

Your PC supports the Desktop Management Interface (DMI). The DMI lets an application request information about your computer. For example, an application can use the DMI to view:

the hardware and software components installed in your PC

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the operating system used by your PC

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the number of available accessory board slots.

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Refer to your operating system manual for further information.

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2 Using Your PC

The Desktop Management Interface

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How to Install Accessories In Your PC

This chapter explains how to install accessories, such as extra memory, accessory boards, and additional disk drives, in your PC.

3 How to Install Accessories In Your PC

Supported HP Accessories

This chapter describes how to install memory, mass storage devices, and accessory boards in your PC.

Refer to chapter 7, “Hewlett Packard Support and Information Services”, for information about how to obtain an up-to-date list of supported devices.

Up to three front access drives, such as:

5.25-inch 1.2 MB flexible disk drive, (half height) order D2881B

3.5-inch 1.44 MB flexible disk drive, (one third height), order D2035B IDE CD-ROM Drive, order D2896A.

One internal mass storage device

540MB IDE, order D2918A, or 1GB IDE, order D2919A

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Mounting Rails can be ordered for front access devices:

5.25-inch disk drive rails, order D2880A

3.5-inch disk drive rails, order D3566A.

Video Memory Upgrade:

1 MB upgrade, order D3500A.

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Supported HP Accessories

Up to four accessory boards

Processor

WARNING

Main Memory Modules (32-bit EDO, 60 ns)

8 MB kit (2 x 4 MB modules) order D3646A

Voltage Regulator Module (VRM)

256 KB Level 2 cache memory

16 MB kit (2 x 8 MB modules) order D3647A 32 MB kit (2 x 16 MB modules) order D3648A

Pairs of identical modules must be installed.

See “Installing Memory” later in this chapter.

For your safety, never remove the PC’s cover without first removing the power cord from the power outlet, and any connection to a telecommunications network.

Always replace the cover on the PC before switching it on again.

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Removing the Cover

Switch off the display and the PC.

Disconnect the power cords from the power outlets, the PC, and the

display. Then remove the display.

If necessary, unlock the cover using the key provided with the PC.

Slide the two tabs on the front of the computer inwards. Firmly slide

the cover forward 5 cm (2 inches), and lift it up and off the computer.

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Removing the Cover

Replacing the Cover after Installing Accessories

Check that you have installed all your accessories.

Make sure that all internal cables are properly connected and safely

routed.

Ensure the cover lock is unlocked and the tabs are inwards.

Lower the cover onto the computer, and firmly slide it into position.

Slide the two tabs on the front of the cover outwards.

If a keylock is fitted, lock the cover using the key.

Place the display on top of the computer. Reconnect all cables and

power cords.

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Moving and Replacing the Power Supply

You must move the power supply to access the sockets for the main memory, cache memory, video memory, processor, battery, or accessory board slots.

Disconnect the computer’s power supply cord.

Remove the computer’s cover.

Lift the front of the power supply to disengage the hinge on the rear.

Lift the power supply clear and lay it upside down on the frame

above the disk drives.

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Moving and Replacing the Power Supply

Replacing the Power Supply after Installing Accessories

Ensure that you have installed all your accessories in the PC.

Replace the power supply on the left-hand side of the PC, and ensure

that the cables are neatly routed around any accessory boards.

Raise the front of the power supply and engage the hinge on the rear.

Lower the front of the power supply into position so that it rests on

the front panel.

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Main Memory Modules

Your PC is supplied with main memory. If you need more main memory to run your application software, you can install up to a total of 128 MB.

Main memory is available in modules of 4 MB, 8 MB, or 16 MB. You must install identical modules in pairs in each bank.

Banks A and B will take 4 MB, 8 MB, 16 MB or 32 MB modules. Use only 4 MB and 16 MB modules in bank C, as 8 MB and 32 MB modules are not fully detected in this bank. 32 MB modules are not available from HP. You can obtain 32 MB modules from your HP reseller.

CAUTION Static electricity can damage electronic components.

Turn all equipment OFF. Don’t let your clothes touch the accessory. To equalize the static electricity, rest the accessory bag on top of the power supply while you are removing the accessory from the bag. Handle the accessory as little as possible and with care.

To install a main memory module:

Disconnect the computer’s power supply cord.

Remove the computer’s cover and power supply.

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3 Align the main memory module directly over the socket. Slide the

memory module into the slot at 45°. Firmly press the memory module completely into the connector.

4 Pivot the memory module to the vertical position. 5 Repeat this procedure for each memory module you are installing.

If you need to remove a main memory module:

Release the retaining clip and pull the module forward and out of the socket

6 Install any other accessories before replacing the cover and power

supply. Reconnect all cables and power cords.

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Installing a Video Memory Upgrade

Your PC is supplied with 1 MB of video memory on the system board. You can install more memory if you want more colors by installing a pair of video memory modules which will increase your available video memory to 2 MB. Detailed information about available video resolutions is given in chapter 6, “Technical Information”.

Some PCs have a Matrox MGA Millennium video adapter board with 2 MB of video memory, which you can increase up to 8MB. To increase the video memory to 4 MB, order HP 2 MB WRAM upgrade D3557A. To increase the video memory to 8 MB, you need to install a 6 MB video memory upgrade, which is not available from HP. You can obtain the 6 MB video memory upgrade, Matrox MGA - Mil/M06, from your HP Reseller.

To Install a Pair of Video Memory Modules on the System Board

Disconnect the power supply cord.

Remove the computer’s cover and power supply.

Align the video memory module directly over the socket taking care

to align the dot on the module with the dot on the socket as illustrated in the diagram. Firmly press the memory module completely into the connector. Video memory modules must be installed in pairs.

Install any other accessories before replacing the cover and power

supply. Reconnect all cables and power cords.

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If you need to use a special video driver for your application, you may be asked to insert a diskette containing the driver in drive A. In this case, insert the video drivers diskette you created with the Master Disk Creation utility. Alternatively, type Windows applications) or type

C:\MASTERS\VIDDRV\DISKDOS

C:\MASTERS\VIDDRV\DISKWIN

(for

DOS applications) and press .

WARNING

Installing more memory on the Matrox MGA Video Adapter

Static electricity can damage electronic components. Turn all equipment off. Don’t let your clothes touch the accessory. Handle the accessory as little as possible and with care.

1 Disconnect the power supply cord. 2 Remove the computer’s cover. 3 Remove the MGA video adapter from the accessory slot and place it

on a flat static-free surface.

4 Install the memory module on the MGA video adapter as illustrated.

5 Replace the MGA video adapter in the computer. 6 Install any other accessories before replacing the cover. Reconnect

all cables and power cords.

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After Installing a Video Memory Upgrade

NOTE If your display (monitor) is an HP Ultra VGA 1600 (D2800A) and you

1 Switch on the PC. 2 When Windows is running, select HP User Tools. 3 Click on the Video Mode button and follow the screen messages to

change the video resolution and the number of colors displayed.

have the Matrox MGA Millennium video adapter, the 1600 x 1200 resolution may not be highlighted, although it is supported. To select it you must run the Monitor Selection utility. The following message will be displayed:

“DDC-compliant monitor detected.

Use of monitor program is not recommended. Test facility is not available.

Are you sure you want to over-ride DDC?”

1 Click on OK, then select the D2800A display, save the configuration

and exit.

2 Restart Windows. 3 Start HP User Tools.

Configuration Switches on the MGA Video Adapter

4 The resolution 1600 x 1200 will now be highlighted and you can

select it.

There are two configuration switches on the video adapter board. Normally the settings for these switches do not need to be changed, both are set to OFF. However, if you need to upgrade the VGA BIOS, you will need to set switch 1 to ON temporarily to enable the upgrade to be performed.

Setting switch 2 to ON enables you to work in dual-screen mode. To work in dual-screen mode you will either need to use a VGA in another slot, or another Matrox video adapter board for output to second monitor.

Contact your HP representative for further information about upgrading the VGA BIOS.

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Installing Accessory Boards

The PC has four accessory board slots:

Slot 1 (the top slot) can be used for a 32-bit PCI board

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Slot 2 can be used for either a 32-bit PCI or a full-length 16-bit ISA

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board Slot 3 can be used for full-length 16-bit ISA boards

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Slot 4 (the bottom slot) can be used for half-length 16-bit ISA boards.

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Configuring Accessory Boards with Plug and Play (Windows

3.11)

Plug and Play is an industry standard for automatically configuring your PC's hardware resources and the accessory boards installed in it. Your PC has configurable support for Plug and Play in the BIOS.

NOTE All PCI accessory boards are Plug and Play, although not all ISA boards

are. Check the accessory board’s documentation if you are unsure.

Windows 3.11

When you start your PC, the Plug and Play BIOS automatically detects which hardware resources (IRQs, DMAs, memory ranges, and I/O addresses) are used by the system-based components.

Configuring non-Plug and Play ISA Accessory Boards

If you wish to install an ISA accessory board which is not Plug and Play, for example a Legacy board, before you do so, you must start the ICU program to declare the resources used by the board.

To run the ICU:

Choose the Plug and Play facility in the Windows Program Manager.

Click on the ICU icon to launch the ISA Configuration Utility and configure system resources for the accessory board.

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The ICU is preloaded with configuration details for many non-Plug and Play accessory boards. If your accessory board is not listed by the ICU, there are two ways you can configure the accessory board:

1 Some non-Plug and Play accessory boards are supplied with a

configuration file which can be used by the ICU to determine which resources are required by the board. When prompted by the ICU, insert the diskette containing the configuration file.

2 If there is no configuration file for your accessory board, you will

need to enter the configuration details manually when prompted by the ICU. Refer to the documentation supplied with the accessory board for information about the resources the board requires.

Windows 95 and Plug and Play

It is not necessary to use the ICU with Windows 95 as it has built-in Plug and Play functionality. It works directly with the PC’s Plug and Play BIOS to dynamically configure system resources for Plug and Play accessories.

For boards which are not automatically recognized and configured, you may need to run the Add New Hardware wizard to configure the accessory. The settings selected by Windows 95 may be different from those recommended by the board’s manufacturer. Should this be the case, it might be necessary to alter the board’s jumpers. Refer to the documentation supplied with Windows 95 for further details.

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Installing the Board

Disconnect the computer’s power supply cord.

Remove the computer’s cover and power supply.

Find a free slot. Some boards may have preferred locations and

special installation instructions detailed in their manuals.

Unscrew and remove the slot cover. Store it in a safe place.

If the slot cover is tight, loosen the screws on the adjacent slots.

Hold the board horizontally by its “top” edge. Slide it into the board

guide of the chosen slot. Do not bend the board.

Align the board’s connector with the slot’s socket. Firmly press the

board into the socket. Ensure the board’s connector engages completely with the socket and does not touch components on other boards.

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7 Secure the board by replacing the slot cover screw.

If you loosened the screws on adjacent slots, tighten them.

8 If you install a VESA-standard video adapter board which uses the

integrated video graphics controller, connect the accessory board’s cable to the VESA pass-through connector on the system board. To access the VESA pass-through connector, lift the power supply out of its seating, and lay it upside down on the frame above the disk drives. Remove the protection cover from the rear base of the PC.

NOTE When the 1 MB video memory upgrade is installed on the integrated

video graphics controller, connecting a VESA-standard video adapter board will disable this additional 1 MB of video memory and only the first 1 MB of video memory will be used.

VESA pass-through connector for video boards

Protection cover

9 Install any other accessories before replacing the power supply and

the cover. Reconnect all cables and power cords.

10 If you used the VESA Pass-through connector, run the FCON.EXE

utility in HPUtils to enable the connection.

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Installing Mass Storage Devices

You can install additional mass storage devices, if you need extra mass storage space for your application software.

The PC has one internal drive shelf for a hard disk drive. If your PC already has a hard disk drive, this shelf will be occupied.

There three front access drive shelves. The top shelf is occupied by a

3.5-inch flexible disk drive. The middle shelf may be used to install a

5.2-inch flexible disk drive or a CD-ROM drive. The bottom shelf may be used to install a 1-inch high, 5.25-inch or 3.5-inch front access device or to install a second hard disk drive internally.

Your PC has the following connectors on the system board which may be used by mass storage devices:

a flexible disk drive connector

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which supports up to two flexible disk drives two Enhanced IDE device connectors,

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the first connector supports up to two IDE hard disk drives, the second supports either an IDE CD-ROM or an IDE hard disk drive. (Refer to the drive’s manual to check whether you need to set jumpers, or if there are any special installation procedures).

NOTE You may install a non-IDE mass storage device, but it will need an

accessory board and driver software (usually supplied with the device). Contact the product vendor for further information.

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Installing a Flexible Disk Drive or a CD-ROM Drive in the Middle Shelf

Disconnect the computer’s power supply cord.

Remove the computer’s cover.

Remove the RFI bezel from the middle shelf and put it in a safe place.

RFI bezel

Slide the device into the middle shelf using mounting rails, and

secure the device in position using the screws provided.

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5 Connect the data and power cables to the rear of the device installed

in the middle shelf. The connectors are shaped to go in one way only. If you are installing an IDE CD-ROM drive, connect the drive to the CD-ROM data cable. This data cable should be connected to the connector marked “CD-ROM” on the system board. If you are not sure which connector to use, refer to “Connecting an IDE Device to a Data Cable” on page 39.

WARNING

Data cable Power cable

6 Install any other accessories before replacing the cover. Reconnect

all cables and power cords.

Do not open the CD-ROM drive enclosure as there is a danger of electric shock, and the laser beam light could harm your eyes. Service should be carried out by qualified personnel. To avoid discomfort from unexpected noise, always turn the volume down before connecting headphones or speakers. Listening to loud sounds for prolonged periods may permanently damage your hearing. Before putting on headphones, place them round your neck and turn the volume down. When you put on the headphones, slowly increase the volume until you find a comfortable listening level and leave the volume control in that position.

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Installing an IDE Hard Disk Drive in the Rear Shelf

The PC has an integrated Enhanced IDE controller which supports two Fast IDE hard disk drives.

Refer to the drive’s manuals to see if you must set jumpers or if there is a special installation procedure to follow.

Disconnect the computer’s power supply cord.

Remove the computer’s cover.

Slide the drive into the rear drive shelf, supporting the drive with

your hand.

Align the drive with the holes in the rear drive shelf. Then secure the

drive with the screws provided with it.

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5 Connect the power cable and the data cable to the rear of the drive.

The connectors are shaped to go in one way only.

Data cable

Power cable

Connecting an IDE Device to a Data Cable

After Installing an IDE Drive

6 Install any other accessories before replacing the cover. Reconnect

all cables and power cords.

There are two different data cables for IDE devices. The first is marked “HDD” next to the system board attachment and has two drive connectors. The middle connector of this data cable must be connected to the bootable or master hard disk drive. The second has only one drive connector which is red and marked “CD-ROM” next to the system board attachment.

Up to three IDE devices can be connected to the system board using these data cables.

After installing an IDE drive, you will need to run Setup to confirm that the drive has been detected by the PC. Refer to “After Installing an IDE Drive” on page 64.

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HDD data cable, Slave connector

HDD data cable, Master connector

Examples of multiple IDE drive combinations

Configuration Connections to data cables

1 Hard disk drive 1. Bootable hard disk drive: Master connector, HDD data cable

2 Hard disk drives 1. Bootable hard disk drive:

3 Hard disk drives 1. Bootable hard disk drive:

CD-ROM drive data cable

2. Second hard disk drive:

3. Third hard disk drive:

Flexible Disk Drive data cable

Master connector, HDD data cable Slave connector, HDD data cable

Master connector, HDD data cable Slave connector, HDD data cable CD-ROM data cable connector

1 Hard disk drive 1 CD-ROM

2 Hard disk drives 1 CD-ROM

1. Bootable hard disk drive:

2. CD-ROM:

1. Bootable hard disk drive:

2. Second hard disk drive:

3. CD-ROM:

Master connector, HDD data cable CD-ROM data cable connector

Master connector, HDD data cable Slave connector, HDD data cable CD-ROM data cable connector

NOTE If you install two IDE devices with different data transfer rates on the

same data cable, the data transfer rate of the faster IDE device will be reduced to match the rate of the slower IDE device.

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Installing a 3.5-inch Disk Drive in the Bottom Shelf

A slim, (1-inch high) 3.5-inch disk drive can be installed in the bottom shelf.

Disk drives ordered from HP are delivered with mounting rails. You will need to order drive mounting rails from HP if you order your disk drive from another supplier.

Disconnect the computer’s power supply cord from the power outlet.

Remove the computer’s cover.

If there is a device in the middle shelf, remove it.

If there is no device in the middle shelf, remove the RFI bezel.

Remove the two RFI bezels from the bottom shelf.

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6 Support the power supply with your hand (to prevent it falling out)

and carefully turn the PC onto its side.

7 Slide the hard disk into the bottom shelf, supporting the disk with

your hand.

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8 Align the drive with the holes in the bottom of the PC. Support the

drive with your hand while securing the drive with the four screws provided.

9 Support the power supply with your hand and very carefully return

the PC to the upright position.

10 Connect the data and power cables to the rear of the drive.

The connectors are shaped to fit one way only. If you are not sure which connector to use, refer to “Connecting an IDE Device to a Data Cable” on page 39.

Data cable

Power cable

11 If a device was removed from the middle shelf, replace it. 12 If no device was removed from the middle shelf, replace the RFI

bezel.

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13 Install any other accessories before replacing the cover. Replace the

side bezel. Reconnect all cables and power cords.

Installing a 5.25-inch Drive in the Bottom Shelf

A slim (1-inch high) 5.25-inch front access drive can be installed in the bottom shelf.

NOTE Disk drives ordered from HP are supplied with mounting rails. If you

order your drive from another supplier, you will need to order drive mounting rails from HP.

1 Carry out steps 1 to 5 in “Installing a 3.5-inch Disk Drive in the

Bottom Shelf” on page 41.

2 Remove the side bracket from the bottom shelf and store it in a safe

place.

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3 Slide the drive mid-way into the bottom shelf.

Installing Mass Storage Devices

4 Connect the data and power cables to the rear of the drive.

The connectors are shaped to fit one way only. If you are not sure which connector to use, refer to “Connecting an IDE Device to a Data Cable” on page 39.

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5 Slide the drive completely into the bottom shelf and secure it with

the screws provided with the device.

6 If a device was removed from the middle shelf, replace it. 7 If no device was removed from the middle shelf, replace the RFI

bezel.

8 Install any other accessories before replacing the cover. Reconnect

all cables and power cords.

Configuring the Device or Devices you have installed

After installing an IDE drive or a flexible disk drive, you will need to run the Setup program to autotype or to configure the device. Refer to chapter 4, “The HP Setup Program” for details of how to do this.

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Installing an Upgrade Processor

As more powerful upgrade processors become available, you can replace your main processor with a more powerful one. If you use an Intel Overdrive processor, it is supplied with its own Voltage Regulator Module (VRM), which must be installed with the processor. The VRM ensures that the processor is provided with the correct voltage.

Disconnect the computer power cords from the power outlets.

Remove the computer’s cover and lift the power supply from it’s

seating as described in “Moving and Replacing the Power Supply” on page 24.

If the heatsink is not attached to the processor, unclip and remove

the heatsink.

Raise the lever on the socket to unlock the processor and lift out the

processor.

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5 To install the new processor:

a Locate the corner markers:

on the processor—a dot or notch (“broken” corner)

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on the processor socket—a dot.

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b Position the processor over the socket, with it’s corner marker

facing the corner marker on the socket.

c Place the processor into the socket. d Lower the lever to lock the processor into place. e Replace the heatsink and fasten the clip, if the heatsink is not

attached to the processor.

6 Set switches 1, 2, 3, 4 and 7 on the system board for the correct

processor speed. Refer to the section “System Board Connectors and Switches” on page 95. If you use an Intel Overdrive processor, refer to the instruction leaflet supplied with the processor to see whether you should change the position of any switches on the system board.

7 Remove the old VRM by unclipping the two white tabs, and then slide

the module up and out of the socket. Slide the new VRM into the socket, pressing it down firmly. Push the white tabs back into place.

The VRM module goes in one way only.

After Installing an Upgrade Processor

8 Replace the computer’s power supply and cover. Reconnect all

cables and power cords.

Switch on the PC and verify that the new processor is recognized by the Power-On-Self-Test.

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Installing the Security Bracket

The security bracket supplied with the computer can be used to fasten the computer to your desk.

Remove the computer’s cover.

Remove the security bracket from the storage position.

Remove the bracket from the storage position

Insert the security bracket, from inside the computer, into the slot

shown in the diagram above.

Press it firmly until it snaps into place.

Install any other accessories before replacing the cover.

Insert the bracket in the computer

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The HP Setup Program

This chapter describes how to use the HP Setup program.

4 The HP Setup Program

Using the HP Setup Program

Setup is an integrated (ROM-based) program that displays the PC’s configuration and allows you to set parameters.

Check the configuration when you first use the PC and each time after you install, remove, or upgrade accessories.

If an error message is displayed, see chapter 5, “Troubleshooting Your PC”.

NOTE If you are unable to change the PC’s configuration, check that you

entered the correct password when you started Setup and whether the Secure switch (system board switch 8) is set to the OPEN position. For further information on switches refer to “System Board Connectors and Switches” on page 95.

The BIOS Setup is menu-driven, enabling you to easily access all the options which are grouped in the following categories:

Main

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Preferences

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Configuration

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Security

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Power, and

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Exit.

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A solid right arrow, , indicates categories which have sub-menus.

Starting the Setup Program

Turn on the display and then the PC.

If the PC is already turned on, save your data and exit all programs, then press and to restart the PC (Windows

3.11). For Windows 95, use the Shut Down command.

Press while

F2=Setup

appears for a short period, during the POST (Power-OnSelf-Test). Press if you wish to view the POST. If there is an error during the POST, it will automatically be displayed.

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Delete

is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

3 The PC’s Setup program will display.

4 The HP Setup Program

Using the HP Setup Program

F2=Setup

The or arrows, and or keys can

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be used to select fields in the current menu. The key moves to the previous page and the key

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moves to the next page in a scrollable menu.

Home

The key moves to the top item, and the key moves to

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the bottom item, of the current menu.

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Within a field selects the next lower value and selects the

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next higher value.

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displays a sub-menu for menu items marked with a solid

right arrow .

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or + allows you to exit from a sub-menu.

The and arrows select menus from the menu bar.

loads factory-installed default values.

restores previous values from CMOS.

or + displays the general help screen.

exits from the general help screen.

Use the key to exit Use the key to save your settings and exit

without saving any changes.

Setup

Pressing the or arrow keys while you are on a main menu screen, will take you to the next menu option. If, however, you are on a sub-menu screen and you press these arrows, you will stay on that screen.

Use the and arrow keys to scroll through the items on the general help screen.

The Setup Configuration Summary

You can view a summary of the PC’s configuration if you have chosen to view the POST tests. A summary screen is displayed when the POST has completed. It is displayed for a few seconds only, but you can “freeze” it so that you can verify the configuration. Press the Pause/Break key to “freeze” the summary screen. When you have finished reading the summary, press any key to continue.

changes system behavior by modifying the power-on

Setup

initialization parameters. Setting incorrect values may cause system boot failure. Should this occur, press . This will load

Setup

default

values to recover.

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Understanding the SETUP Program

The built-in Setup program is accessed by pressing during the PC’s Power-On-Self-Test. On-line help is provided at the right hand side of the Setup screen for each item on the Setup screens. When you highlight an item, the help for that item is displayed.

The Setup items displayed on your screen may differ from those shown in the following tables.

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Setup Item Default Action Main

System time System date

System memory Extended memory

Running Windows 95 No Allows you to enable/disable Windows

Preferences

User Password is Disabled Indicates if a user password has been set. Set User Password Allows you to set a password to prevent unauthorized

Key Click On Allows you to turn the audible keyclick on or off. Key auto-repeat speed 21.8 per Second Allows you to set the number of times per second a

Delay before auto-repeat .50 Second Allows you to specify the length of the delay before a

Numlock at POWER-ON On This field allows you to specify whether the number keys

640KB 15MB*

Allows you to set the system time and date. Select the field you want to change with Tab, Shift Tab, or Enter.

Allows you to view the system memory and extended memory. * Value is typical value, real value depends on your configuration.

95. If you are NOT running Windows program will offer you some of the Windows and optimizes hardware resources.

access to your PC. You cannot set a user password if an administrator password HAS NOT been set.Setting a user password prevents unauthorized use of your computer, protects the data stored in it, and preserves the preferences you set.

keystroke will be repeated when a key is held down. This option is not displayed if you are running Windows

95.

character is repeated when a character is held down. If you generally press keys slowly and heavily, set the delay to a higher number to make your keyboard less sensitive and to avoid characters being displayed more than once.

of the numeric keypad are enabled when your computer starts. Otherwise, the keypad keys act as cursor control keys.

95, the BIOS

Setup

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Setup Item Default Action Configuration Integrated Peripherals

Parallel port 378h IRQ7 Enables/disables the parallel port at the specified address.

“Disabled” frees resources used by the port.

Parallel port Mode Centronics TM Sets the operating mode of the parallel port. Serial port A 3F8h IRQ4 Enables/disables the on-board serial port A. “Disabled”

frees resources used by the port.

Do not select 2E8h if you are running Windows 95.

Serial port B 2F8h IRQ3 Enables/disables the on-board serial port B. “Disabled”

frees resources used by the port.

Do not select 2E8h if you are running Windows 95.

Flexible disk controller Enabled Enables or disables the on-board flexible disk controller. Flexible disk drive 1 1.44MB,3 1/2” Selects the flexible disk drive type. Flexible disk drive 2 Not Installed Selects the flexible disk drive type. A & B flexible disk swap Disabled Enable this option only if you need to boot on flexible disk

B. Then flexible disks A and B will be swapped.

Video

Video system EGA/VGA Select video display type. Video BIOS shadowing Enabled Enables / disables video BIOS shadowing (for AT external

boards only) Enabling the BIOS shadowing improves performance.

Video Plug & Play display Enabled Sets the best ergonomic refresh rates supported by your

DDC compliant display. Switch on the display before the PC to enable this feature. If the display does not support DDC, the BIOS might automatically disable the option.

640x480 mode 60Hz Set your preferred refresh rate for each graphic mode. All 800x600 mode 60Hz 1024x768 mode 60Hz 1280x1024 mode i45Hz

refresh rates may not be available for certain color depths. The video BIOS will automatically choose the best fit should this be the case. The higher the refresh rate, the better the ergonomic performance. The lower the refresh rate, the better the video performance. Your display must be able to support the refresh rates (vertical frequencies) you set.

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Using the HP Setup Program

Setup Item Default Action Memory and Cache

Memory caching Both Controls internal (L1) and external cache (L2) memory

caching.

Memory hole Disabled Sets a 1MB memory hole between 15 and 16MB if

needed. You need at least 16 MB for this option to be available.

Shadow/Cache ISA Option ROMs

Hard Disk Drives

Hard disk drive 0 (xxxx MB) 540 MB Configure IDE drive 0. It is not recommended to connect a Hard disk drive 1 (xxxx MB) xxx MB Hard disk drive 2 (xxxx MB) xxx MB Hard disk drive 3 (xxxx MB) xxx MB

Translation method Extended Select “Standard” only if you are running a UNIX

On-board Bus IDE adapters Both Enable or disable the on-board IDE adapters.

Autotype fixed disk Automatically attempts to detect and identify the IDE

Type User 540 MB Select “Auto” for automatic hard disk drive detection. (To

Cylinders 944 Sets the number of hard disk drive cylinders. Heads 14 Sets the number of hard disk drive heads. Sectors/Track 40 Sets the number of hard disk drive sectors per track. Multi-sector transfers 8 sectors Determines the number of sectors per block for multiple

LBA mode control Enabled Enable or disable Logical Block Addressing mode in place

32 bit I/O Enabled Enable or disable 32 bit data transfer. Transfer mode PI0 mode 3 Selects the hard disk drive transfer mode and data

Enabled Enables shadowing and caching for ISA “Non-PnP” Option

ROMs for region X-Y, in order to improve performance. Note that some Option ROMs cannot be shadowed.

CD-ROM on a channel which already has an IDE hard disk drive. Sub-menu items for each of these fields are given below “On-board Bus IDE adapters” in this table.

Operating System.

“Primary” enables only the HDD data cable (marked “HDD” next to the system board attachment). “Both” enables the HDD data cable and the CD-ROM data cable (marked “CD-ROM” next to the system board attachment).

drive when you press the Enter key.

initiate automatic hard disk detection, press the Enter key at the “Autotype fixed disk” item). “User” allows you to edit all the detected parameters. Select “CD” if drive is an IDE CD-ROM, and “None” if there is no drive.

sector transfers.

of Cylinder Heads Sectors.

transfer rate.

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Using the HP Setup Program

Setup Item Default Action PC I Devices

Slot #1 Bus Master Enabled Enable this option if you need the BIOS to set the PCI Bus Slot #2 Bus Master Enabled Slot #3 Bus Master* Enabled

Master bit. This could be necessary for some old PCI cards. * Slot #3 is not supported for the VL 5/xxx series 4 desktop PC.

PCI IRQ line 1 Auto Select an IRQ number only if necessary (for example for PCI IRQ line 2 Auto

SCO-UNIX).

PCI IRQ line 3 Auto PCI IRQ line 4 Auto

Security

Administrator password is Disabled Indicates whether administrator password is enabled. Set Administrator Password Allows you to set the administrator password. This

password prevents unauthorized access to the computer’s configuration and can also be used to start the computer.

Start with keyboard locked Disabled This feature allows the PC to start automatically, without

waiting for a password to be typed in, but the keyboard will be locked. Only the user password can unlock the keyboard. This option is only displayed if a user password has been set and is not available if you are running Windows 95. When the PC is started with the keyboard locked, the Caps Lock LED flickers until the keyboard is unlocked.

Password on boot Enabled Enable or disable password prompt on boot. Boot on flexible disk drive Enabled Enables or disables boot on flexible disk drive. Write on flexible disk drives Enabled Enables or disables writes on flexible disk drives.

Disabling prevents data being copied in your absence.

Use of flexible disk drive User Limits the use of flexible disk drive(s) to the user or the

administrator, depending on the boot password. Password on boot must be enabled for this option to be set.

Boot on hard disk drive Enabled Enables or disables boot on hard disk drive. Fixed disk boot sector Not protected Write-protects boot sector on hard disk to protect against

viruses.

Boot on CD-ROM Enabled Enables or disables boot on CD-ROM. Space-bar POWER-ON Enabled Enables or disables the space-bar to power-on the PC.

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Setup Item Default Action Power

Standby delay 30 minutes Sets the period of inactivity before the system runs in

Standby mode. Standby mode slows down the processor. The delay is an approximate time, depending on the CPU speed.

Wakeup Mouse PS2/IRQ12 Enabled Enables or disables the system to return to full speed

when the mouse is moved.

IRQ3 (Serial Port) Enabled Enables or disables the system to return to full speed IRQ4 (Serial Port) Enabled Save changes and Exit Exit without saving changes.

when an IRQ is generated.

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Setting Passwords

You can set two passwords, the administrator password and the user password, to provide two levels of protection for your PC.

Administrator Password

User Password

Set the Administrator Password to protect the PC’s configuration in Setup. The Administrator Password must be entered before any Setup options, except Preferences, can be modified.

Setting a User or Administrator Password can provide a power-on password prompt to prevent your PC being started or used in your absence. A user password can only be set if an administrator password has been set. The user password also allows the possibility of starting the PC with the keyboard locked. You must then type the password and press to unlock the keyboard.

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Setting Passwords

Turn on the PC and the display.

If the PC is already turned on, save your data, exit all applications and then press and to restart the PC (Windows

3.11). For Windows 95, use the Shut Down command.

F2=Setup

When

is displayed, press .

Delete

F2=Setup

Setting an Administrator Password

The PC’s Setup program will display.

Use the or key to select the

•

Use the or arrow keys to highlight the

•

Set Administrator Password

Type the password twice and press .

•

If you do not set an Administrator password you cannot set a user

Security

field.

menu item.

password. If that is all you want to change in Setup, press to save your

password and exit Setup.

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Setting Passwords

Setting a User Password

Clearing Passwords

Start

•

You cannot set a User Password if an Administrator password has

•

been set.

not

Use the or key to select the

•

Use the or arrow keys to highlight the

•

Password

Type your

•

If that is all you want to change in

password and exit

Passwords become effective after you have exited

as described for setting an administrator password.

Setup

Preferences

Set User

field.

password

twice and press .

Setup

, press to save your

Setup

menu item.

and re-booted

the PC.

To remove either password, follow the same procedure as to set a password, but do not enter anything in the password field, press return and then press return a second time to confirm your action.

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After Installing an IDE Drive

After installing an IDE drive you will need to run the Setup program to confirm that the drive has been detected by the PC.

When an Additional IDE Drive is installed

Switch on the PC.

When

2 3 4 5 6 7

Refer to the operating system documentation for information about formatting a drive and installing the operating system.

F2=Setup

From the “Configuration” menu, choose “Hard disk drive”.

Select the disk you have just installed.

Select

Select Press to save your choice and exit Setup.

Auto Autotype fixed disk

is displayed, press to run the Setup program.

in the

Type

field.

and press

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Troubleshooting Your PC

This chapter can help you solve problems that you may encounter when using your PC.

5 Troubleshooting Your PC

Solving Problems

This chapter can help you solve any problems you might have with your PC.

If you are unable to solve your problem after following the advice in this chapter, refer to chapter 7, “Hewlett Packard Support and Information Services”.

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If Your PC Does Not Start

If Your Display is Blank and There Are No Error Messages

Check that the computer and display are turned on. (The power light

should be illuminated.)

Check the display’s contrast and brightness settings.

Make sure that all cables and power cords are firmly plugged in.

Make sure the power outlet is working.

If the PC still does not work:

Turn off the display, the computer, and all external devices.

Unplug all power cords and cables, noting their positions.

Remove the cover.

Check that all internal cables are correctly attached and firmly in

place. Check that the processor is correctly installed, see “Installing an

Upgrade Processor” on page 47. Check that the processor speed switches have been set correctly,

see “System Board Connectors and Switches” on page 95. Check that the memory modules are correctly installed, see

“Installing Memory” on page 26. Check that accessory boards are firmly seated in their slots, see

“Installing Accessory Boards” on page 31. Verify that any switches and jumpers on the accessory boards are

properly set (refer to the manuals that came with each board). Check that the switches on the system board are properly set, see

“System Board Connectors and Switches” on page 95. Replace the cover.

Reconnect all cables and power cords.

Turn on the display and computer.

If your PC still does not start, remove all boards and accessories, except the hard disk drive. Start the PC. If the PC now works, add the boards and accessories one at a time to determine which one is causing the problem.

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If Your PC Does Not Start

If you are Unable to Change any Values in Setup

Make sure that the Secure Switch is not set if you are unable to change any of the values in Setup, see “Using the HP Setup Program” on page 52.

If a POST Error Message is Displayed

If a POST error is detected when the PC starts, details of the error are displayed. The BIOS offers two possibilities,

you can press to ignore the error and continue, or

•

you can press to run Setup and correct the system

•

configuration error.

It is recommended that you correct the error before proceeding, even if the PC appears to start successfully. You should start Setup to verify that the accessory which caused the error has been correctly configured.

If the PC then starts, but POST still reports an error, clear CMOS memory.

To Clear the CMOS Memory

Switch off the PC and remove the cover.

Set the system board switch 6 (CMOS STATUS) on the switch block

to CLOSED to clear the configuration. Switch on the PC to erase the CMOS memory.

Wait until the PC has started. The screen will flash with the message

Configuration has been cleared, set switch 6 to the OPEN

“

position before rebooting.”

Switch off the PC.

Set the system board switch 6 (CMOS STATUS) on the switch block

to OPEN to re-enable the configuration. Replace the cover.

Switch on the PC. An error message will be displayed

“System CMOS checksum bad - run SETUP”

The PC will stop. Run Setup by pressing . CMOS default values will be

automatically downloaded and saved. Make any other changes you want and press to save the

configuration and exit from Setup.

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If Your PC Does Not Start

Power-On-Self-Test Errors that May Prevent Your PC From Starting

Message Corrective Action and/or Explanation

Operating system not found Check whether the disk, HDD, FDD or CD-ROM disk drive is

connected. If it is connected, check that it is detected by “After Installing an IDE Drive” on page 64. Check that your boot device is enabled on the Security menu. If the problem persists, check that the boot device contains the operating system.

Missing operating system If you have configured HDD user parameters, check that

they are correct. Otherwise, use HDD type “Auto” parameters.

Setup

, see

Failure fixed disk (preceeded by a 30” time-out)

Diskette Drive A (or B) error Check whether the diskette drive is connected. Check

System battery is dead You may get this message if the PC is disconnected for a

Keyboard error Check that the keyboard is connected.

Resource Allocation Conflict -PCI device 0079 on motherboard

Video Plug and Play interrupted or failed Re-enable in Setup and try again

System CMOS checksum bad - run Setup

I/O device IRQ conflict Serial ports A and B may have been assigned the same IRQ.

Check that HDD is connected. Check that HDD is detected in Check that boot on hard disk drive is enabled in “The HP Setup Program” on page 51.

Setup

for the configuration, see “The HP Setup Program”

on page 51.

few days. When you Power-on the PC, run the configuration information. The message should no longer be displayed. Should the problem persist, replace the battery see “Changing the Battery” on page 80.

Clear CMOS, see “To Clear the CMOS Memory” on page 68.

You may have powered your PC Off/On too quickly and the PC turned off Video plug and play as a protection.

CMOS contents have changed between 2 power-on sessions. Run

Assign a different IRQ to each serial port and save the configuration.

Setup

for configuration.

Setup

, see

Setup

to update

No message, system “hangs” after POST

Check that cache memory and main memory are correctly set in their sockets.

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If Your PC Does Not Start

Message Corrective Action and/or Explanation

Other An error message may be displayed and the PC may “hang”

for 20 seconds and then beep. The POST is probably checking for a mass storage device which it cannot find and the PC is in Timeout Mode. After Timeout, run check the configuration.

Setup

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5 Troubleshooting Your PC

If Your PC Has a Hardware Problem

This section describes what to do if you have problems with your display, disk drives, printer, accessory board, keyboard, or mouse.

If Your Display Does Not Work

If nothing is displayed on the screen, but the PC starts and the keyboard, disk drives, and other peripheral devices seem to operate properly:

Make sure that the display is plugged in and switched ON.

Check that the brightness and contrast controls are properly set.

Ensure that the display video cable is correctly connected.

Switch off the display, and unplug it from the power outlet.

Disconnect the video cable and examine the video cable connector pins. bent. If the pins are bent, carefully straighten them.

Windows 3.11

Check that the video upgrade is properly installed if you have one.

Check that an accessory board doesn’t use the same I/O address as

the integrated video interface (03B0h to 03DFh). Refer to the manual supplied with the accessory for further information.

If the display works correctly during the Power-On-Self-Test

(POST), but goes blank when Windows starts, check that you have enough memory for the video mode you have selected.

If Your Display is Blurred or Unreadable

If you select the wrong display in the HP User Tools menu, the display screen may become blurred or unreadable. To correct this problem:

Restart the PC — either switch the PC off then on, or press

Delete

and . The PC will perform its Power-On-Self-Test

(POST). When the POST is finished, press to bypass the startup files and

display the MS-DOS prompt (

C:\

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If Your PC Has a Hardware Problem

Windows 95

HP 5-xx User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual