user manual
Table Of Contents
- Product Features
- Installing and Customizing the Software
- Computer Setup (F10) Utility
- Computer Diagnostic Features
- Desktop Management
- Initial Configuration and Deployment
- Remote System Installation
- Software Updating and Management
- HP Client Management Interface
- HP SoftPaq Download Manager
- HP System Software Manager
- HP ProtectTools Security Manager
- HP Client Automation Starter and Standard Editions
- HP Client Automation Enterprise Edition
- HP Client Manager from Symantec
- Altiris Client Management Suite
- HP Client Catalog for Microsoft System Center & SMS Products
- Remote Management Technology
- Configuring the Intel Management Engine
- Verdiem Surveyor
- HP Proactive Change Notification
- Subscriber’s Choice
- Retired Solutions
- ROM Flash
- Boot Block Emergency Recovery Mode
- Replicating the Setup
- Dual-State Power Button
- HP Web Site Support
- Industry Standards
- Asset Tracking and Security
- Serial ATA Drive Guidelines and Features
- Identifying the Chassis, Routine Care, and Disassembly Preparation
- Removal and Replacement Procedures Microtower (MT) Chassis
- Serial Number Location
- Preparation for Disassembly
- Access Panel
- Front Bezel
- Removing Bezel Blanks
- Cable Management
- Cable Connections
- Memory
- Expansion Cards
- Installing and Removing Drives
- Fan/Baffle Assembly
- Front I/O Assembly
- Power Switch/LED Assembly
- Heat sink
- Processor
- Speaker
- Rear Chassis Fan
- Power Supply
- System Board
- Battery
- External Security Devices
- Removal and Replacement Procedures Small Form Factor (SFF) Chassis
- Preparation for Disassembly
- Access Panel
- Front Bezel
- Bezel Blanks
- Installing Additional Memory
- Expansion Cards
- Cable Management
- Cable Connections
- Drive Positions
- Installing and Removing Drives
- System Board Drive Connections
- Removing an External 5.25-inch Drive
- Installing an Optical Drive into the 5.25-inch Drive Bay
- Removing an External 3.5-inch Drive
- Installing a Drive into the 3.5-inch External Drive Bay
- Removing and Replacing the Primary 3.5-inch Internal SATA Hard Drive
- Removing and Replacing a Removable 3.5-inch SATA Hard Drive
- Baffle
- Front Fan Assembly
- Front I/O and Power Switch Assembly
- Speaker
- Heat sink
- Processor
- Power Supply
- System Board
- Battery
- External Security Devices
- Using the Small Form Factor Computer in a Tower Orientation
- Connector Pin Assignments
- Power Cord Set Requirements
- POST Error Messages
- Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics
- Safety and Comfort
- Before You Call for Technical Support
- Helpful Hints
- Solving General Problems
- Solving Power Problems
- Solving Hard Drive Problems
- Solving Media Card Reader Problems
- Solving Display Problems
- Solving Audio Problems
- Solving Printer Problems
- Solving Keyboard and Mouse Problems
- Solving Hardware Installation Problems
- Solving Network Problems
- Solving Memory Problems
- Solving Processor Problems
- Solving CD-ROM and DVD Problems
- Solving USB Flash Drive Problems
- Solving Front Panel Component Problems
- Solving Internet Access Problems
- Solving Software Problems
- Contacting Customer Support
- Password Security and Resetting CMOS
- Specifications
- Index

Network status link light never flashes.
NOTE: The network status light is supposed to flash when there is network activity.
Cause
Solution
No active network is detected. Check cabling and network equipment for proper connection.
Network controller is not set up properly. Check for the device status within Windows, such as Device
Manager for driver load and the Network Connections applet
within Windows for link status.
Network controller is disabled. 1. Run Computer Setup and enable network controller.
2. Enable the network controller in the operating system via
Device Manager.
Network driver is not properly loaded. Reinstall network drivers.
System cannot autosense the network. Disable auto-sensing capabilities and force the system into the
correct operating mode.
Diagnostics reports a failure.
Cause
Solution
The cable is not securely connected. Ensure that the cable is securely attached to the network
connector and that the other end of the cable is securely
attached to the correct device.
The cable is attached to the incorrect connector. Ensure that the cable is attached to the correct connector.
There is a problem with the cable or a device at the other end
of the cable.
Ensure that the cable and device at the other end are operating
correctly.
Network controller interrupt is shared with an expansion board. Under the Computer Setup Advanced menu, change the
resource settings for the board.
The network controller is defective. Contact an authorized service provider.
Diagnostics passes, but the computer does not communicate with the network.
Cause
Solution
Network drivers are not loaded, or driver parameters do not
match current configuration.
Make sure the network drivers are loaded and that the driver
parameters match the configuration of the network controller.
Make sure the correct network client and protocol is installed.
The network controller is not configured for this computer. Select the Network icon in the Control Panel and configure
the network controller.
Network controller stopped working when an expansion board was added to the computer.
Cause
Solution
Network controller interrupt is shared with an expansion board. Under the Computer Setup Advanced menu, change the
resource settings for the board.
Table D-11 Solving Network Problems (continued)
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