HP Workstation xw4200 Installing or Restoring the Operating System

Chapter 2 Installing or Restoring the
Operating System

This chapter discusses installation and restoration of the operating system. This chapter includes the
following sections:

 “Installing the Operating System and Software” on page 28

 “Restoring the Operating System” on page 31

 “Protecting the Software” on page 31

 “Ordering Backup Software” on page 32

If the workstation was shipped with a preinstalled OS, it is configured automatically the first time the
workstation is turned on.

CAUTION Do not add optional hardware devices to your workstation until the operating system is

successfully installed. Doing so can cause errors and might prevent the operating system from installing
properly.

CAUTION When the automatic installation has begun, DO NOT TURN OFF THE WORKSTATION

UNTIL THE PROCESS IS COMPLETE. Turning off the workstation during the installation process might
damage the software that runs the workstation.

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Installing the Operating System and Software

The following section discusses the operating system and HP software installation procedures.

Microsoft Windows XP Professional

The first time you turn on your workstation, you will be prompted to select a language for the operating
system. After selecting the language, read and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the
installation of the operating system. This takes approximately 10 minutes, depending on the system
hardware configuration. During the process, do not turn off your workstation unless you are directed to
do so.

Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers

To install hardware devices, such as a printer, a display adapter, or network adapter after the operating
system installation is completed, make sure that the operating system has access to the appropriate
software drivers for the devices. Device drivers are usually provided on a CD supplied with the peripheral
device.

Some existing peripheral devices might not have been shipped with drivers developed for Windows XP.
To locate the most current device drivers, visit http://www.hp.com

Creating a Restore Diskette

To create a restore diskette for Windows XP, go to Start>All Programs>Accessories>System
Tools>System Restore, and follow the on-screen instructions.

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Linux-Preinstalled Workstations

If you have a Linux-preinstalled workstation, follow the instructions in this section to set up your OS and
software.

After the boot process completes, you can view additional HP Linux documentation by simply opening
your Internet browser (the browser is automatically set to use the local HP documentation page as its
default). You can also access Linux Web links for Red Hat (Internet access required) by using your
Internet browser.

NOTE For additional information concerning the setup of Linux-preinstalled or Linux-enabled

workstations, refer to the

linux_user_manual.

For more information about HP and Linux, visit http://www.hp.com/linux.

Starting Up the Linux Operating System

The first time the workstation is booted, the Red Hat First Boot utility displays. This program enables you
to enter your password, network, graphics, time, and keyboard settings for your workstation.

HP User Manual for Linux

, located at http://www.hp.com/support/

CAUTION When the automatic installation has begun, DO NOT TURN OFF THE WORKSTATION

UNTIL THE PROCESS IS COMPLETE. Turning off the workstation during the installation process might
damage the software that runs the workstation or prevent its proper installation.

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