HP Compaq Presario CQ3101CX Reference Manual

Hardware Reference Guide

Evo Workstation W8000

Document Part Number: 221474-002

September 2001

This guide is provided as a reference tool. The topics contained herein describe specific features and will assist you with installing additional components such as hard drives, memory, expansion boards, and processors.

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directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life.

CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, be sure that:

The leveling jacks are extended to the floor.

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The full weight of the rack rests on the leveling jacks.

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The stabilizing feet are attached to the rack in a single-rack installation.

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The racks are coupled together in multiple-rack installations.

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A rack may become unstable if more than one component is extended at a time, for any reason.

Extend only one component at a time.

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Contents

1 Product Features

Standard Configuration Features ................................................................................... 1–1

Front Panel Components................................................................................................ 1–2

Rear Panel Components................................................................................................. 1–3

System Board Components............................................................................................ 1–4

Audio System................................................................................................................. 1–6

Keyboard........................................................................................................................ 1–7

Easy Access Software ............................................................................................. 1–8

Windows Logo Key ................................................................................................ 1–9

Special Mouse Functions............................................................................................. 1–10

Serial Number Location............................................................................................... 1–10

2 Hardware Upgrades

Installation Sequence..................................................................................................... 2–2

Removing the Workstation Access Panel...................................................................... 2–3

Removing the Front Bezel............................................................................................. 2–4

Installing Additional Memory ....................................................................................... 2–6

Memory Expansion Board ...................................................................................... 2–7

RIMM Installation................................................................................................. 2–11

Reinstalling the Memory Expansion Board .......................................................... 2–17

Installing Additional Drives......................................................................................... 2–20

Drive Bay Components......................................................................................... 2–20

Preparing for Drive Installation............................................................................. 2–21

Installing a Drive................................................................................................... 2–26

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Installing and Removing an Expansion Board................................................................... 2–34

Identifying the PCI and AGP Sockets................................................................... 2–34

Installing an Expansion Board .............................................................................. 2–35

Removing an Expansion Board............................................................................. 2–37

Installing an Additional Processor............................................................................... 2–37

Upgrading a Processor................................................................................................. 2–42

Preparing for a Processor Upgrade........................................................................ 2–43

Removing an Existing Processor........................................................................... 2–45

Installing a New Processor.................................................................................... 2–48

Disabling Onboard Devices......................................................................................... 2–49

A Specifications

B Hard Drive Installation

Using the Cable-Select Feature with Ultra ATA Devices ............................................. B–1

Guidelines for Installing Ultra ATA Devices................................................................ B–2

SCSI Devices................................................................................................................. B–3

Guidelines for Using SCSI Devices........................................................................ B–3

Guidelines for Installing SCSI Devices................................................................... B–5

SCSI Controllers............................................................................................................ B–5

SCSI Cables................................................................................................................... B–6

Using a SCSI Cable................................................................................................. B–6

Using SCSISelect with SCSI Devices ........................................................................... B–7

C Battery Replacement

Replacing the Battery..................................................................................................... C–1

D Security Lock Provisions

Installing a Cable Lock................................................................................................. D–1

E Electrostatic Discharge

Preventing Electrostatic Damage................................................................................... E–1

Grounding Methods....................................................................................................... E–2

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F Routine Computer Care and Shipping Preparation

Routine Computer Care................................................................................................. F–1

CD-ROM Drive Precautions.......................................................................................... F–2

Operation................................................................................................................. F–2

Cleaning .................................................................................................................. F–2

Safety....................................................................................................................... F–2

Shipping Preparation...................................................................................................... F–3

Index

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Standard Configuration Features

Features of the Compaq Evo™ Workstation W8000 may vary depending on your model. For a complete listing of the hardware and software installed in your workstation, run the INSPECT utility described in the Troubleshooting Guide on the Reference Library CD.

Product Features

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Product Features

Front Panel Components

Front panel components

Diskette drive activity light

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Power button

Hard drive activity light

Power-on light

Headphone connector

Two universal serial bus (USB) connectors

*For additional information, see

“Audio System” i

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CD-ROM eject button

CD-ROM emergency eject opening

CD-ROM activity light

Diskette drive eject button

Network link/activity light

Microphone connector

n this chapter.

Rear Panel Components

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Rear panel components

Power cord connector

Mouse connector

Keyboard connector

68-pin SCSI connector

Two universal serial bus (USB)

connectors Line-out audio connector

*For additional information, see “Audio System” in this chapter.

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Line-in audio connector

Serial connector B

Parallel connector

Serial connector A

Ethernet connector

Video (monitor) connector

Product Features

System Board Components

Your Evo Workstation W8000 includes the following devices:

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Integrated PCI-based audio

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Embedded Ethernet Network Interface Controller

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Dual-Channel SCSI controller

You may change the settings for these devices in Windows under Settings → Control Panel.

System board components

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24-position power connector

22-position power connector

Memory expansion board socket

Secondary Voltage Regulator Module

(VRM) socket

CD-ROM audio connector

Power-on password enable jumper

Front I/O board connector

Front fan connector

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Secondary processor socket

Secondary Ultra ATA connector

Primary Ultra ATA connector

Diskette drive connector

Primary processor socket

Primary Voltage Regulator Module

Front speaker connector

3COM Alert-on-LAN (AOL) connector

CMOS push button switch

Troubleshooting LEDs*

64-bit, 66-MHz PCI sockets

Serial port connector

(VRM) socket Processor fan connector

Hood sensor connector

Battery

Auxiliary audio in connector

SCSI LED connector

32-bit, 33-MHz PCI sockets

1.5V AGP Pro socket

68-pin SCSI connector (ChannelA)

Rear fan connector

68-pin SCSI connector (ChannelB)

*For more information on the hardware-based troubleshooting LEDs, see the Compaq Web site: http://www.compaq.com/support/techpubs/maintenance_guides/index.html

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Product Features

Audio System

Your workstation has an integrated audio solution that supports analog or digital external stereo speakers. The system is capable of autosensing the speaker type and outputting the correct signal. The autosensing is done by detecting if there is a mono jack plugged into the line-out connector.

If you are using a set of digital speakers that have a stereo jack, and you want the system to auto-switch to digital, you will need to use a stereo-to-mono adapter to get the autosensing to work. However, if you do not have a stereo-to-mono adapter present, then you can manually switch the audio signal from analog to digital. See “Solving Audio Problems” in the Troubleshooting Guide on the Reference Library CD for instructions on how to manually switch the audio signal for your operating system.

If you are using a headphone set that is mono, the system will attempt to switch to digital and you will experience “noise” or “silence.” This can be fixed by manually switching the signal to analog. See “Solving Audio Problems” in the Troubleshooting Guide on the Reference Library CD for instructions on how to manually switch the audio signal for your operating system.

If your analog speakers or headphones are not working, make sure that you are not using a mono adapter with autosensing enabled.

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Keyboard

Product Features

Your workstation ships with an Easy Access Keyboard. The following figure identifies the location of keyboard lights and special function keys.

Easy Access Keyboard components

Easy Access Keyboard

Ref Component Function

Ctrl key

Windows Logo Key Used in combination with other keys to perform other

Alt key

Application key* Used (like the right mouse button) to open pop-up menus in

Easy Access keys Provides quick and easy access to favorite Web sites,

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Used in combination with another key; its effect depends on the application software you are using.

functions (see “Windows Logo Key” later in this section). Used in combination with another key; its effect depends on

the application software you are using.

a Microsoft Office application; may perform other functions in other software applications.

applications, and services.

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Easy Access Keyboard (Continued)

Ref Component Function

Editing keys

Num Lock light Indicates whether the Num Lock feature is on or off.

Caps Lock light Indicates whether the Caps Lock feature is on or off.

Scroll Lock light Indicates whether the Scroll Lock feature is on or off.

*Available only in selected geographic regions.

Includes the following: Insert, Home, Page Up, Delete, End, and

Page Down.

Holding down your computer.

Easy Access Software

Your Easy Access Keyboard Buttons are programmed to default assignments. The preinstalled Easy Access Software allows you to reprogram the Easy Access Buttons to reflect your personal preferences. The buttons can be reprogrammed to any program or service of your choice or to any Web site (URL).

Reprogramming the Easy Access Buttons

The Easy Access Keyboard icon is located on the Windows desktop status bar. Refer to the Readme-user.txt file for instructions about reprogramming the Easy Access Buttons.

Ctrl + Alt + Delete

allows you to restart

Locking and Unlocking the Easy Access Buttons

The System Administrator can lock and unlock the Easy Access Buttons. Once locked, the buttons can only be reprogrammed by modifying the .bcf file. For administrative privileges, which require control of the Easy Access Button destinations, refer to the Readme-admin.txt file.

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Product Features

Easy Access Paper Icon Insert

The paper icon insert functions as a visual aid in identifying the programmed destination of each Easy Access Button. Whenever you reprogram an Easy Access Button, use the Paper Insert Template document to select and print an icon that reflects the new button assignment. The Paper Insert Template.doc is installed, by default, under C:\Program files\Compaq\Easy Access Keyboard.

For proper alignment, the spacing around the icons may require adjustment.

Windows Logo Key

Use the Windows Logo Key in combination with other keys to perform certain functions available in the Windows operating systems.

Windows Logo Key + F1 Windows Logo Key + Tab Windows Logo Key + E

Displays a pop-up menu for the selected object Activates the next Taskbar button

Launches Explore My Computer Windows Logo Key + F Windows Logo Key + Ctrl + F Windows Logo Key + M Shift + Windows Logo Key + M Windows Logo Key + R

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Launches Find Document

Launches Find Computer

Minimizes all open applications

Undoes Minimize All

Displays the Run dialog box

Product Features

Special Mouse Functions

Most software applications support the use of a mouse. The functions assigned to each mouse button depend on the software applications you are using.

Serial Number Location

Each computer has a unique serial number located on the corner of the computer access panel and on the rear panel of the computer. Keep this number available for use when contacting Compaq customer service.

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This chapter explains how to access the Evo Workstation W8000 by removing the workstation access panel and front bezel. It also explains how to install the following replacement hardware:

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Memory

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Drives

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Expansion boards

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Processors

Compaq recommends that you finish the setup procedures for the preinstalled software before you install any optional hardware or

third-party devices that were not included with your workstation.

Installation Sequence

Follow this sequence of steps to ensure the proper installation of any optional equipment. Before you begin, observe the following precautions:

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the internal system components to cool before touching them.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug telecommunications/telephone connectors into the network interface controller (NIC) receptacles.

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CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic components of the workstation or optional equipment. Before beginning these

procedures, ensure that you are discharged of static electricity by briefly touching a grounded metal object.

1. Shut down the operating system properly, then turn off the workstation and any external devices. Disconnect the power cord from the grounded AC outlet.

2. Disconnect the keyboard, monitor, network cable, and other external equipment connected to the workstation.

3. Open the workstation by removing its workstation access panel.

See “Removing the Workstation Access Panel” in this chapter.

4. If you are installing or removing drives in the front bays, see

“Removing the Front Bezel” in this chapter.

5. Install any optional equipment, such as memory, drives,

expansion boards, a processor, or battery. See the appropriate sections in this chapter or the appendix for installation instructions. Also refer to the documentation provided with the optional equipment.

6. Replace the front bezel and the workstation access panel, if

necessary.

7. Reconnect the keyboard, mouse, monitor, network cable, and

other external devices.

8. Plug the power cord into a grounded AC outlet.

9. Turn on the monitor, workstation, and any external devices you

have installed.

10. Reconfigure the workstation, if necessary.

11. Test the workstation (optional) using the TEST utility.

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Removing the Workstation Access Panel

CAUTION: Never operate you workstation with the access panel

removed. The access panel is required for proper cooling.

To remove the workstation access panel

1. Shut down the operating system properly, then turn off the

workstation and any external devices. Disconnect the power cord from the grounded AC outlet.

2. To remove the workstation access panel, refer to the following

illustration.

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Loosening the four thumbscrews and removing the workstation access panel

When replacing the workstation access panel, be sure to tighten all four thumbscrews.

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Removing the Front Bezel

To remove the front bezel:

1. Shut down the operating system properly, then turn off the workstation and any external devices. Disconnect the power cord from the grounded AC outlet.

2. Remove the workstation access panel. See “Removing the Workstation Access Panel” in this chapter.

3. Remove the bezel: a. Push in on the two front bezel release latches b. Rotate the front bezel away from the chassis

to release it.

Releasing the latches to remove the front bezel

When replacing the front bezel, ensure that the bottom hinge points are properly placed in the chassis before rotating the front bezel back into its original position.

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Installing Additional Memory

The Evo Workstation W8000 has two Direct Rambus memory channels and uses Error Checking and Correcting (ECC) Direct Rambus Inline Memory Modules (RIMMS)

Dual Direct Rambus memory channels operate on the following three principles:

Dual channels maximize performance by doubling the speed

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at which data is transferred to and from memory, unlike single channel systems. Memory hubs divide each main channel

into two sub-channels. For example, channel A is divided into channel A-top and channel A-bottom, and channel B is divided into channel B-top and channel B-bottom. Each sub-channel consists of two RIMM sockets.

Dual channels operate in unison, not independently, thus

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identical RIMMs must be installed in pairs across channels. For example, if you install a RIMM in RIMM socket 3 (channel B-top), you must also install an identical RIMM in RIMM socket 4 (channel A-top).

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Dual channels must have electrical continuity for your

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system to boot. For example, if you install identical RIMMs in RIMM sockets 3 and 4, but fail to install CRIMMs in RIMM sockets 1 and 2, the continuity will be broken and your system will not boot.

For more information on acceptable configurations, see “RIMM Installation Guidelines” and “Configurations for RIMM Installation” later in this chapter.

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Memory Expansion Board

Your workstation ships with an eight RIMM socket memory expansion board (two RIMM sockets per memory channel).

Location of RIMM sockets

RIMM Socket 1, Channel B-Top

RIMM Socket 2, Channel A-Top

RIMM Socket 3, Channel B-Top

RIMM Socket 4, Channel A-Top

RIMM Socket 5, Channel B-Bottom

RIMM Socket 6, Channel A-Bottom

RIMM Socket 7, Channel B-Bottom

RIMM Socket 8, Channel A-Bottom

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Removing the Memory Expansion Board

The memory modules are located on the memory expansion board. To remove the memory expansion board in order to install additional memory:

1. Shut down the operating system properly, then turn off the workstation and any external devices. Disconnect the power cord from the grounded AC outlet.

2. Remove the workstation access panel. See “Removing the Workstation Access Panel” in this chapter.

3. Remove the metal shipping bracket that extends above the memory expansion card. Return the screw to the side of the air plenum located at the front of the workstation.

4. Locate the memory expansion board that is connected to the system board.

Memory expansion board

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5. Remove the torx screw on the back of the metal slot cover that secures the memory expansion board to the memory expansion board socket.

Removing the torx screw on the back of the metal slot cover

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6. To release the memory expansion board, press downward on the plastic release latch 1 that holds the memory expansion board in

the card guide.

Releasing and removing the memory expansion board from the memory expansion board socket

7. Carefully remove the memory expansion board from the memory

expansion board socket

8. Locate the appropriate RIMM sockets and install the additional

memory modules. See “RIMM Installation Guidelines” and “Configurations for RIMM Installation” later in this chapter.

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RIMM Installation

RIMM Installation Guidelines

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personalinjury when replacing or

removing RIMMs allow the module being removed from the RIMM

socket sufficient time to cool before touching it. RIMM temperatures can reach 212°F (100°C).

CAUTION: When handling a RIMM, do not touch any of the contacts. Doing so may damage the module.

CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic components of the workstation or option boards. Before beginning these memory upgrade procedures, ensure that you are discharged of static electricity

by briefly touching a grounded metal object.

This workstation can support either ECC memory or non-ECC memory. Compaq does not support mixing ECC and non-ECC memory in the same system. Doing so will cause the system to blink the NUMLOCK LED on the keyboard continuously and if a speaker is installed in the system, there will be a short beep followed by 2 long beeps. In addition, the system will not boot the operating system.

When installing RIMMs, you must follow the guidelines listed below:

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A RIMM can be installed only one way. Be sure to match the two key slots on the RIMM with the tabs on the RIMM socket. Push the RIMM down into the RIMM socket, ensuring that it is fully inserted and properly seated, and that the retaining arms are locked in place.

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CRIMMs must be installed in all empty RIMM sockets on channels that are used. The CRIMMs are removed when you populate the sockets with RIMMs. For examples of the correct configuration sequence, see “Configurations for RIMM Installation” in this chapter.

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Install RIMMs in pairs across both memory channels. Each RIMM socket populated with a RIMM or CRIMM on Channel A must be populated with an identical RIMM or CRIMM on Channel B. Use one of the four configurations listed under “Configurations for RIMM Installation” in this chapter.

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Do not exceed 32 Direct RDRAM devices on each Direct Rambus memory channel. A label on the RIMM will indicate the number and speed of Direct RDRAM devices on the RIMM.

The number of Direct RDRAM devices on a RIMM cannot be changed.

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Use 800-MHz RIMMs (or future speeds) only. Your system will not boot if slower speed RIMMS (i.e. 600 or 712-MHz) are installed.

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Do not mix RIMMs with different memory speeds. Performance will reflect the slowest speed RIMM.

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Use only RIMMs that have been tested and approved by Compaq. Not all RIMMs meet the Compaq standard for quality and reliability.

CAUTION: The previous guidelines must be followed when installing RIMMs, or your workstation will not function.

CAUTION: When handling a memory module, do not touch any of the contacts. Doing so can damage the module.

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