QuickSpecs
Run diagnostics
View the hardware configuration of the system
Key features and benefits
HP Vision Diagnostics simplifies the process of effectively identifying, diagnosing, and isolating the
hardware issues. In addition to robust management tools, service tools can be invaluable in quickly
resolving system problems. To streamline the service process and resolve problems quickly, it is
necessary to have the right information available at the time that a service call is placed. The primary
information requirement, which is also the one that provides the greatest Vision into potential system
issues, is the configuration of the system. Vision Diagnostics helps provide higher system availability.
Typical uses of the Vision Diagnostics are:
Testing and diagnosing apparent hardware failures
Documenting system configurations for upgrade planning, standardization, inventory tracking,
disaster recovery, and maintenance
Sending configuration information to another location for more in-depth analysis
Access Panel Key Lock
No
ACPI-Ready Hardware
Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface (ACPI).
Allows the system to wake from a low power mode.
Controls system power consumption, making it possible to place individual cards and peripherals in
a low-power or powered-off state without affecting other elements of the system
Trusted Platform Module
Chip with optional
ProtectTools Software
Yes, Infineon SLB9635TT1.2
Integrated Chassis
Handles
No
Optional Handle in Top Optical Bay kit
Power Supply
Requires T15 Torx or flat blade screwdriver
PCI Card Retention
Yes, rear (all), middle (optional), front (full-length cards with extender, used in with the front card guide
and fan holder)
Flash ROM
Yes
Diagnostic Power Switch
LED on board
Yes
Clear Password Jumper
Yes
Clear CMOS Button
Yes
CMOS Battery Holder
Yes
DIMM Connectors
Yes
HP ProtectTools Security
Manager
Yes - Not supported on Linux
BIOS
BIOS 32-bit Services
Standard BIOS 32-bit Service Directory Proposal v0.4
PCI 3.0 Support
Full BIOS support for PCI Express through industry standard interfaces.
ATAPI
ATAPI Removable Media Device BIOS Specification Version 1.0.
QuickSpecs
HP Z420 Workstation
System Technical Specifications
DA - 14261 North America — Version 36 — March 1, 2014
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