Hp KAYAK XM600 User’s Guide

HP Kayak XM600

User’s Guide

Contents

Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v

Important Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi

Information and Help. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii

Information on Ergonomic Aspects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix

Technical Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x

1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Connecting Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Starting and Stopping Your PC Workstation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Using Your HP Enhanced Keyboard (some models only). . . . . . . 15

Viewing the HP Summary Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Using the HP Setup Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Setting Passwords in the HP Setup Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Using Power Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Manageability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Software and Drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts

in Your PC Workstation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Removing and Replacing the Cover and Front Bezel . . . . . . . . . . 22

Removing and Replacing the Airflow Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Removing and Replacing a Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Removing, Replacing and Upgrading Memory

on Models Shipped with SDRAM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Removing, Replacing and Upgrading Memory

on Models Shipped with RDRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Removing and Replacing a PCI Accessory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Installing Mass Storage Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Removing and Replacing the Primary Hard Disk Drive. . . . . . . . . 35

Installing a Second Hard Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Installing an Accessory in the Front Access Cage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Replacing the CD-ROM Drive (or DVD-Drive) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Replacing the Floppy Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Bay and

Speaker Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Completing the Installation of a Mass Storage Device . . . . . . . . . 44

Replacing the Processor Fan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Replacing the Power Supply Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Replacing the System Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

System Board Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

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Replacing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

3 Troubleshooting Your HP PC Workstation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

If Your PC Does Not Start Properly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

HP DiagTools Hardware Diagnostics Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Image Creation and Recovery CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Frequently Asked Questions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Collecting Information Before Contacting HP Support . . . . . . . . . 61

4 Working in Comfort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

HP Software Product License Agreement and

Software Product Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Part Number: D8368-90101

Notice

The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice.

Hewlett-Packard makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Hewlett-Packard shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.

Hewlett-Packard assumes no responsibility for the use or reliability of its software on equipment that is not furnished by Hewlett-Packard.

This document contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this document may be photocopied, reproduced, or translated to another language without the prior written consent of Hewlett-Packard Company.

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is a trademark of Intel Corporation. Rambus and RDRAM are registered trademarks of Rambus Inc. Direct Rambus, Direct RDRAM and RIMM are trademarks of Rambus Inc.

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 1999 Hewlett-Packard Company

Important Warnings

Avoid Electrical Shocks

WARNING To avoid electrical shock, do not open the power supply. There are no

user-serviceable parts inside.

To avoid electrical shock and harm to your eyes by laser light, do not open the laser module. The laser module should only be serviced by service personnel. Do not attempt to make any adjustment to the laser unit. Refer to the label on the CD-ROM for power requirements and wavelength. This product is a class I laser product.

Electrical

WARNING For your safety always connect equipment to a grounded wall outlet.

Always use a power cord with a properly grounded plug, such as the one provided with the equipment, or one in compliance with your national safety standards. This equipment can be disconnected from the power by removing the power cord from the power outlet. This means the equipment must be located close to an easily accessible power outlet..

Multimedia Models

WARNING If your PC is a multimedia model, or if you have installed an audio card in

your PC, always turn the volume down before connecting the headphones or speakers. This avoids discomfort from unexpected noise or static. Listening to loud sounds for prolonged periods of time may permanently damage your hearing. Before putting on headphones, place them around your neck and turn the volume down. When you put the headphones on, slowly increase the volume until you find a comfortable listening level. When you are able to hear comfortably and clearly, without distortion, leave the volume in that position.

Removing and Replacing the Cover

WARNING 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 before switching the PC on again.

Positioning the HP Kayak XM600 Desktop PC

WARNING The HP Kayak XM600 Desktop PC Workstation must be placed

horizontally (flat position) and not vertically (on its side).

Safety Information

WARNING There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly installed. For

your safety, never attempt to recharge, disassemble, or burn an old battery. Only replace the battery with the same or equivalent type, as recommended by the manufacturer. The battery in this PC is a lithium battery which does not contain any heavy metals. Nevertheless, in order to protect the environment, do not dispose of batteries in household waste. Please return used batteries either to the shop from which you bought them, to the dealer from whom you purchased your PC, or to HP so that they can either be recycled or disposed of in the correct way . Returned batteries will be accepted free of charge.

If you have a modem:

Do not attempt to connect this product to the phone line during a lightning storm. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an lightning storm. There may be a risk from lightning. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. Never touch or remove the communications board without first removing the connection to the telephone network.

Unpacking Your PC Workstation

WARNING If you are in any doubt that you can lift the equipment safely, do not try

to move it without help.

Static Electricity

CAUTION Static electricity can damage electronic components. Turn OFF all

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

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If you want to ...

Information and Help

PC Workstation Documentation Roadmap

Access Information

Find Information

Set up your computer

Learn how to use your

operating system

Learn how to upgrade your computer by installing accessories

Find out about the different support options available, and how to troubleshoot your PC Workstation

Start ☞ Programs ☞ HP Info ☞

Finding Information

Setup

This guide

Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation

Reference

Operating System Online Help

☞ Help ☞ Contents

Start

Operating System

User’s Guide

This guide

Troubleshooting and Support

HP Warranty and Support Guide

HP Support and Information Services

HP Troubleshooting Guide, downloadable from: http://www.hp.com/go/kayaksupport

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On HP’s Web Site

The HP web site contains a wide range of information, including downloadable documentation, service and support options, and the latest versions of drivers and utilities.

Downloadable Documentation

HP’s web site lets you download additional documentation for your PC Workstation. This documentation is provided in Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format.

The documentation for your PC Workstation is available free of charge on the HP web site: http://www.hp.com/go/kayaksupport

This includes:

• Troubleshooting Guide — provides troubleshooting information.

• Technical Information — provides detailed information about your PC

Workstation, including: System board switches, IRQs, DMAs, and I/O Addresses, power

consumption and acoustic noise emission test configurations and Configuring Your Network Connection.

• Service Handbook — provides information on replacement parts,

including HP part numbers.

NOTE To view and print the above guides, you need to have Adobe’s Acrobat

Reader installed on your PC Workstation. You can download it free of charge from Adobe Systems Incorporated web site: www.adobe.com or from the HP Kayak web site.

Information on Ergonomic Aspects

It is strongly recommended that you read the ergonomics information contained in this manual (refer to page 63) before using your PC Workstation.

You can access this information from your PC by clicking the Start button,

and then Programs ➪ HP Info ➪ Working in Comfort.

Technical Information

Physical Characteristics (standard configuration as shipped)

Characteristics: Description:

Weight (excl. keyboard and display) 12.5 kilograms (27.5 pounds).

Dimensions 45.7 cm max. (D) by 42 cm (W) by 16.2 cm (H)

Footprint 0.19 m2 (2.06 sq ft).

Storage temperature -40 °C to 70°C (-40 °F to 158 °F).

Storage humidity 8% to 85% (relative).

Operating temperature 10 °C to 35 °C (50 °F to 95 °F).

Operating humidity 15% to 85% (relative).

Acoustic noise emission (as defined ISO 7779):

• Operating (typical)

Power supply • Input voltage: 100 - 127, 200 - 240 V

(17.99 inches by 16.53 inches by 6.37 inches).

Sound Power

LwA < 41 dBA For more information on acoustic data, refer to the PC

Workstation’s data sheet on HP’s web site at:

http://www.hp.com/desktops/kayak

(switch select)

• Input frequency: 50/60 Hz

• Maximum power: 200 W continuous

• The maximum supported power consumption per PCI

accessory slot is 25 W, either from the 5 V or the 3.3 V supply and must respect the electrical specification of the PCI 2.2 specification. Total power consumption for the PCI slots must not exceed 65 W.

• The maximum power consumption tolerated in the AGP slot

is limited to 25 W.

NOTE When the computer is turned off with the power button on the front panel, the

power consumption falls below 5 Watts, but is not zero. The special on/off method used by these computers considerably extends the lifetime of the power supply. To

reach zero power consumption in “off” mode, either unplug the power outlet or use a power block with a switch.

Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation

WARNING If you are in any doubt that you can lift the PC Workstation and the

display safely, do not try to move them without help.

1 When you receive your PC Workstation, unpack all of the components. 2 Place the PC Workstation on a sturdy desk with easily accessible power

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

The HP Kayak XM600 Desktop PC Workstation must be placed horizontally (flat position) and not vertically (on its side).

3 Position the PC Workstation so that its rear connectors are easily

accessible.

Installation Tools No tools are required to install your PC Workstation. However, if you plan to

install a disk drive or an accessory board inside your PC Workstation, you will need a flat-blade screwdriver. For more information on installing accessories, refer to "Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation", on page 21.

1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation

Connecting Devices

For your own safety, it is recommended that you first read the warning notices on pages vi and ix.

Parallel port

Mouse connector

Keyboard connector

Display

connector

MIDI

connector

Microphone

connector

Dual USB

connectors

Serial port A

Serial port B

Line Out

connector

NOTE Universal Serial Bus (USB). Connectors can be used for USB

accessories. Most USB accessories are automatically configured as soon as they are physically attached to the PC Workstation. USB accessories are not supported by all operating systems.

Line Out Jack

. The internal audio speaker is deactivated when you use

the Line Out jack. External speakers should have a built-in power supply.

Line In

1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation

Starting and Stopping Your PC Workstation

Starting Your PC Workstation for the First Time

If your PC Workstation has preinstalled software, it is initialized the first time you start the PC Workstation. The software initialization process takes a few minutes. This process sets up the software in your language and sets up your software to use the hardware installed in your computer (you can change the settings after the software has been initialized).

Starting Your PC Workstation

1 Before you start your PC Workstation, first switch on the display. 2 Start your PC Workstation in one of these ways:

• Press the power button on the front panel.

• Press the keyboard space bar (multimedia models only).

The keyboard power-on feature will work only if the appropriate system board switch is set (default setting = enabled).

When you switch on the computer, it carries out the Power-On-SelfTest (POST) while the PC Workstation’s logo is displayed. If you wish to view the details of this test, press . If there is an error in the POST, the error will automatically be displayed.

3 If you have set a password in the PC Workstation’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 Workstation.

1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation

Starting and Stopping Your PC Workstation

Initializing Your Software

NOTE Do NOT switch OFF the PC Workstation while the software is being

initialized—this could cause unexpected results.

To initialize your software: 1 Turn on the display first, then the PC Workstation.

When the PC Workstation is switched on, the HP PC Workstation’s logo is displayed. The PC Workstation performs a Power-On-Self-Test (POST).

2 The software initialization process starts. It displays the software license

agreement, gives you an opportunity to read Working in Comfort (ergonomics advice for computer users), then asks questions about the PC Workstation.

3 While the initialization process is running, you can complete the

Warranty Registration card that came with this manual.

4 When the initialization process has finished, click OK and the

PC Workstation will restart.

Creating an Emergency Repair Disk

During the initialization of your software, it is very important that you create an Emergency Repair Disk for the operating system, when prompted. HP recommends that you use new diskettes for this purpose.

For more information on how to create these diskettes, refer to the documentation that came with your application software or operating system.

Stopping Your PC Workstation

To stop the PC Workstation, first make sure that you have exited all applications and then use the shutdown command in the Start menu. When prompted, press the power button on your PC Workstation’s control panel.

CAUTION Do not use the power button until prompted to do so as you may lose

any unsaved data from open applications.

1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation

Using Your HP Enhanced Keyboard (some models only)

The HP enhanced keyboard includes soft keys you can use to:

• Display and configure the actions assigned to keys.

• Perform one-touch shortcuts to start applications, open files, or open

sites on the WWW.

• Launch the Internet browser supplied with your system.

• Lock or suspend your PC Workstation.

• Access HP TopTools and customer information.

• Mute or adjust the volume of the audio system.

• A headphone and microphone can be connected directly to the

keyboard. For this option to work, the headphone and microphone connectors must be connected to their associated rear panel jacks.

Headphone and Microphone connectors can be connected to the rear panel.

Located underneath the keyboard top edge, are the Headphone and Microphone jacks.

Keyboard connector

Start key for space bar power on

HP TopTools

Internet key

Shortcut key

Menu key

Lock/Suspend key

HP Customer Informa tion

Mute key

Volume control keys

Shortcut keys

Menu Key Pressing the “?” Menu soft key displays the soft key section of the HP

enhanced keyboard on your screen. Click any of the keys on the screen to display the action assigned to an individual key or to change or assign an action to a key. Shortcut keys are provided specifically for user-defined actions.

1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation

Viewing the HP Summary Screen

The HP Summary Screen gives you a summary of the current configuration of your PC Workstation (for example: BIOS version, CPU speed, memory module size, and installed mass storage devices).

It is recommended that you check the configuration of your PC Workstation when you first use it and each time after you install, remove, or upgrade accessories. To check the configuration:

1 Turn on the display and then the PC Workstation. If the PC Workstation

is already turned on, save your data and exit all programs, then restart the PC Workstation. Consult your operating system documentation for any special instructions concerning turning off and restarting your PC Workstation.

2 When the start-up logo appears on your display, press . This takes

you to the HP Summary Screen. (To go immediately into the Setup program, and bypass the Summary Screen, press instead of ). The Summary Screen is displayed for only a short time.

1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation

Using the HP Setup Program

Use the Setup program to configure your PC Workstation (for example: setting up system and user passwords, installing and upgrading mass storage devices), and to solve configuration problems.

It is recommended that you take note of any changes to the system setup.

Starting the HP Setup Program

1 Turn on the display and then the PC Workstation. If the PC Workstation

is already turned on, save your data and exit all programs, then restart the PC Workstation.

2 Press while Setup

If you fail to press in time and the start-up process continues, you will need to restart your PC Workstation and go through the POST again so you can press .

The opening screen, similar to the one shown below of the PC Workstation’s

Setup program, is displayed. The band along the top of the screen offers the following menus: Main, Advanced, Security, Boot, Power and Exit. A menu is selected by using either the left or right arrow keys.

is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility

Main Advanced Security Boot Power Exit

BIOS Version: IC.11.XXa .

PnP OS [No] Reset Configuration Data: [No]

System Time: [14:42:33] System Date: [01/08/1999]

Key Click: [Disabled] Keyboard auto-repeat rate speed: [21.8 per Second] Delay before auto-repeat: [0.50 Second] Numlock at Power-on: [On]

F1 Help

ESC Exit

ÆÇ

ÄÅ

Select Item F7/F8 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults

Select Menu Enter Select > Sub-Menu F10 Previous Values

Item-Specific Help

1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation

Using the HP Setup Program

Main Menu

The Main Menu presents a list of fields, for example, the installed BIOS

version; “PnP” (selects whether the BIOS or a Plug and Play operating system such as Windows 95 configures devices); “Reset Configuration Data”; “System Time”; “System Date”; “Key Click”; “Key Auto-Repeat Speed”; Delay Before Auto-Repeat” and “NumLock at Power-on”. By default the “Reset Configuration Data” item is set to No. Selecting Yes will clear the system configuration data and return to the default settings.

Advanced Menu

The Advanced Menu offers a list of sub-menus allowing you to:

• Configure memory caching, USB ports, Integrated I/O Ports and

Integrated Audio Devices;

• Enable floppy disk drives, IDE devices (Primary and Secondary);

• PCI Devices.

Security Menu

Sub-menus are presented for changing the characteristics and values of the System Administrator Password, User Password, Power-on Password, Fixed Disk Boot Sector and for preventing unauthorized start-up from the Floppy, CD-ROM and IDE-HDD drives (refer to “Setting Passwords in the HP Setup Program” on page 19).

Boot Menu

Select the order of the devices from which you want the BIOS to attempt to boot the operating system. The QuickBoot mode option allows the system to skip certain tests while booting. This decreases the time needed to boot the system.

Power Menu

The Modem Ring option allows you to enable or disable the system to return to full speed when an IRQ is generated, while the Network Interface option enables the system to return to normal speed when a specific command is received by the network interface.

Standby Delay (slows down the processor) and Suspend delay (saves a maximum of energy) options are only relevant for the Windows 95 SR2.1 operating system. Use these options to set a period of inactivity before the system goes into one of the selected modes.

NOTE Setup changes system behavior by modifying the power-on initialization

parameters. Setting incorrect values may cause system boot failure. Should this occur, press to load the Setup default values to recover.

1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation

Setting Passwords in the HP Setup Program

You can set passwords to provide different levels of protection for your PC Workstation, the Administrator password, the User password and the Power-on password. You set these passwords using the Security menu in the Setup program.

The Administrator can access and change all settings in the Setup program, while the User can only access and modify certain items in the Main menu.

When the Power-on Password option is enabled, you need to enter a password everytime you boot the PC. Either the Administrator or User Password can be used.

Setting a Password

To set a password:

1 Start the Setup program 2 Select the Security menu. 3 Select the Administrator or User password submenu. 4 Choose the Set Administrator or User password setup item. You will be asked

to enter your password twice. To enable the Power-on Password, select the Enabled setup item.

5 To save your changes and exit the Setup program press or select

Exit Menu, then Exit Saving Changes.

To remove the password, follow the same procedure as to set a password. You will be asked to enter the existing password first. Then, for the new password, leave the password field blank and press . To confirm your choice, press a second time.

1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Workstation

Using Power Management

Power management enables you to reduce the PC’s overall power consumption by slowing down the PC’s activity when it is idle. For more information on power consumption data, refer to the PC Workstation’s data sheet on HP’s web site at:

http://www.hp.com/desktops/kayak.

Operating System Operating systems differ in their power management capabilities. Refer to

your operating system documentation for more information.

Manageability

Your PC is highly manageable. HP TopTools is a device management tool that can help you in troubleshooting and makes remote administration easier. For more information about TopTools, connect to HP’s web site at:

www.hp.com/toptools.

Software and Drivers

In the “Software and Drivers” section of the HP support site www.hp.com/go/kayaksupport, you can download the latest drivers and BIOS for your PC Workstation.

You can also register to obtain information on new driver availability automatically.

Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation

This chapter provides information about installing accessories and replacing hardware parts in your PC Workstation.

Processor Fan

Secondary Hard Disk Drive tray

Primary Hard Disk Drive Bay

Depending on the model, the memory module sockets support either:

• Two RDRAM modules.

• Two SDRAM modules installed in a Memory Expansion Card.

Up to six accessory cards can be installed:

- One AGP 4X slot (graphics)

- Five 32-bit PCI slots

Power Supply Unit

HP UltraFlow Airflow Guide

Front Access Cage

Front Access Drives, for

- 5.25-inch drives

- 3.5-inch 1.44 MB floppy disk drive

HP Master Key Lock

Support for one or two processors

Primary IDE Connector

Secondary IDE Connector

Contact your dealer for an up-to-date list of supported devices or check the HP web site: http://www.hp.com/go/kayak.

Floppy Disk Drive Connector

2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation

Removing and Replacing the Cover and Front Bezel

Removing the Cover

For your own safety, it is recommended that you first read the warning notices on pages vi and ix.

1 Switch off the display and PC Workstation. Disconnect all power cables

and any LAN or telecommunications cables.

2 If necessary, unlock the cover using

the key on the front panel.

3 Unscrew the thumb screw at the back of the PC. 4 Push the two release latches inwards. 5 Slide the cover towards the rear of the PC Workstation until it stops,

then lift off the PC chassis.

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2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation

Removing and Replacing the Cover and Front Bezel

Removing the Front Bezel

Replacing the Cover and Front Bezel

6 If required, remove the front bezel. To remove the bezel:

a Push down on the two grey retaining clips. b Then push the blue clip inwards. c Tilt the bezel forwards and lift it off.

1 Ensure that all internal cables are properly connected and safely routed. 2 If necessary, replace the front bezel. To do this, align the three guide

pins located at the bottom of the bezel with their associated slots on the front of the chassis and gently push forward until the bezel snaps into place.

3 Lower the cover onto the PC chassis (aligning the rails on the inside

edges of the cover with the sides of the PC chassis), and firmly slide the cover forwards until it clicks into position.

4 Tighten the thumb screw at the rear of the PC. 5 If required, lock the cover using the key provided. Reconnect all the

power and telecommunications cables.

2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation

Removing and Replacing the Airflow Guide

Removing the HP UltraFlow Airflow Guide

Replacing the HP UltraFlow Airflow Guide

1 Switch off the display and PC Workstation. Disconnect all power cables

and any LAN or telecommunications cables.

2 Remove the PC Workstation’s cover (refer to page 22 for instructions). 3 Slide the HP UltraFlow Airflow Guide towards the front access shelf. 4 Lift the HP UltraFlow Airflow Guide upwards to remove it from the PC

Workstation’s case.

1 Lower the HP UltraFlow Airflow Guide. 2 Slide the HP UltraFlow Airflow Guide towards the processor fan until it

clicks into place.

3 Replace the PC Workstation’s cover (refer to page 23). Reconnect all the

power and telecommunications cables.

2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation

Removing and Replacing a Processor

Single-processor systems can be upgraded to dual-processor systems by installing a second processor in the vacant processor slot. The second processor must be of the same type, speed and level-2 cache memory capacity as the first.

1 Switch off the display and PC Workstation. Disconnect all power cables

and any LAN or telecommunications cables.

2 Remove the PC Workstation’s cover (refer to page 22 for instructions). 3 Remove the HP UltraFlow Airflow Guide (refer to page 24 for

instructions).

4 If you intend to:

a Remove a Processor:

Press the retention clips on both sides of the processor outwards. Then gently lift the processor upwards from the processor connector, taking care not to tilt it too much.

b Install a Second Processor:

Remove the processor terminator from the CPU 2 connector. Store the terminator in a safe place. For information about upgrading the operating system, refer to "HP DualExpress!", on page 26.

2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC Workstation

Removing and Replacing a Processor

Installing a Processor

NOTE The processor type and speed is automatically recognized by the BIOS.

1 Ensure that the edges of the processor are lined-up with the processor

connector guide rails along the retention mechanism.

2 Place one hand on the processor’s heatsink and push down onto the

processor connector. You hear two clicks as the retention mechanism pops back, thereby locking the processor into the processor connector.

3 Replace the HP UltraFlow Airflow Guide (refer to page 24). 4 Replace the PC Workstation’s cover (refer to page 23). Reconnect all the

power and telecommunications cables.

HP DualExpress!

Included with the HP Processor Accessory is the HP DualExpress! application. This application is to be used when upgrading Windows NT 4 from a single-processor to a multi-processor system.

Using an installation Wizard, HP DualExpress! guides you through the operating system upgrade which should take less than five minutes to complete.

Launching HP DualExpress!

The second processor must be installed and the PC booted. For now, Windows NT will still only recognize the original processor. Insert the HP DualExpress! floppy disk in the floppy disk drive and follow the instructions. When the upgrade is complete, the system reboots. This time a multi-processing system is recognized.

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