Quick Setup & Getting Started Business PCs
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About This Book Accessing User Guides and HP Insight Diagnostics HP user guides and HP Insight Diagnostics are available on the hard drive (some models) and are also available at http://www.hp.com/support. To access HP user guides: ▲ Select Start > All Programs > HP User Manuals. To access HP Insight Diagnostics: ▲ Refer to Accessing HP Insight Diagnostics in this guide. Notices WARNING! Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life.
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Table of contents Quick Setup & Getting Started Installing and Customizing the Software ......................................................... 1 Installing the Operating System ................................................... 1 Downloading Microsoft Windows Updates ................................... 1 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers ......................................... 2 Customizing the Monitor Display .................................................. 2 Protecting the Software ..........
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Quick Setup & Getting Started Installing and Customizing the Software NOTE: If the computer was shipped with Windows Vista loaded, you will be prompted to register the computer with HP Total Care before installing the operating system. You will see a brief movie followed by an online registration form. Fill out the form, click the Begin button, and follow the instructions on the screen.
from http://www.microsoft.com, click Yes to install the program. Follow the instructions on the Microsoft Web site to scan for updates and install critical updates and service packs. It is recommended that you install all of the critical updates and service packs. 5. After the updates have been installed, Windows will prompt you to reboot the machine. Be sure to save any files or documents that you may have open before rebooting. Then select Yes to reboot the machine.
HP highly recommends that you create a Recovery Disc Set immediately before using the computer and schedule regular automatic Recovery Point backups. To create the Recovery Disc Set: 1. Click Start > HP Backup and Recovery > HP Backup and Recovery Manager to open the Backup and Recovery Wizard, then click Next. 2. Select Create a set of recovery discs (Recommended) and click Next. 3. Follow the instructions in the wizard.
http://www.hp.com. See Downloading the Latest Version of HP Insight Diagnostics on page 8 for more information. NOTE: HP Insight Diagnostics is included as part of the Recovery Disk Set with some computer models only. If you have already created a Recovery Disc Set, begin the following procedure at step 4. 1. Click Start > HP Backup and Recovery > HP Backup and Recovery Manager to open the Backup and Recovery Wizard, then click Next. 2. Select Create a set of recovery discs (Recommended) and click Next.
Asset Control—Shows product name, asset tag, system serial number, and processor information. Communication—Shows information about the computer parallel (LPT) and serial (COM) port settings, plus USB and network controller information. Graphics—Shows information about the graphics controller of the computer. Input Devices—Shows information about the keyboard, mouse, and other input devices connected to the computer. Memory—Shows information about all memory in the computer.
3. Select the Test Mode: Interactive or Unattended. 4. Choose how you want the test to be executed, either Number of Loops or Total Test Time. When choosing to run the test over a specified number of loops, enter the number of loops to perform. If you desire to have the diagnostic test for a specified time period, enter the amount of time in minutes. 5. If performing a Quick Test or Complete Test, select the device to be tested from the drop-down list.
● ● The Description section describes the error that the diagnostic test found. The Recommended Repair will give a recommended action that should be performed to resolve the failed hardware. The Failed Count is the number of times the device has failed a test. ● The Error Code provides a numerical code for the failure. The error codes are ● defined in the Help tab. The Clear Error Log button will clear the contents of the Error Log.
Downloading the Latest Version of HP Insight Diagnostics 1. Go to http://www.hp.com. 2. Click the Software & Driver Downloads link. 3. Enter your product number (for example, dc7700) in the text box and press the Enter key. 4. Select your specific computer model. 5. Select your OS. 6. Click the Diagnostic link. 7. Click HP Insight Diagnostics Offline Edition. 8. Select a language and click Download. NOTE: The download includes instructions on how to create the bootable CD.
Finding More Information The following publications are available on the computer hard drive: Quick Setup & Getting Started (also available in print)—Helps you connect the ● computer and peripheral devices and set up factory-provided software; also includes basic troubleshooting information should you encounter any problems during initial startup.
Before You Call for Technical Support If you are having problems with the computer, try the appropriate solutions below to try to isolate the exact problem before calling for technical support. Run the diagnostics utility. Refer to the Troubleshooting Guide for more ● information. Run the Drive Protection System (DPS) Self-Test in Computer Setup. Refer ● to the Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide for more information.
Access the Business Support Center (BSC) at http://www.hp.com/go/bizsupport for the latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and worldwide community of peers and HP experts. If it becomes necessary to call for technical assistance, be prepared to do the following to ensure that your service call is handled properly: Be in front of your computer when you call. ● Write down the computer serial number and product ID number, and the ● monitor serial number before calling.
the power button again to restart the computer. If the system will not shut down, unplug the power cord, wait a few seconds, then plug it in again. The computer will restart if automatic start on power loss is set in Computer Setup. If it does not restart, press the power button to start the computer. Reconfigure your computer after installing a non–plug and play expansion ● board or other option. See Solving Hardware Installation Problems on page 16 for instructions.
Table 1 Solving General Problems Computer appears locked up and will not turn off when the power button is pressed. Cause Solution Software control of the power switch is not functional. 1. Press and hold the power button for at least four seconds until the computer turns off. 2. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet. Computer will not respond to USB keyboard or mouse. Cause Solution Computer is in standby mode. To resume from standby mode, press the power button or press any key.
Table 1 Solving General Problems (continued) There is no sound or sound volume is too low. Cause Solution System volume may be set low or muted. 1. Check the F10 BIOS settings to make sure the internal system speaker is not muted (this setting does not affect the external speakers). 2. Make sure the external speakers are properly connected and powered on and that the speakers' volume control is set correctly. 3.
Table 1 Solving General Problems (continued) Poor performance is experienced. Cause Solution Hard drive fragmented. Defragment hard drive. Program previously accessed did not release reserved memory back to the system. Restart the computer. Virus resident on the hard drive. Run virus protection program. Too many applications running. 1. Close unnecessary applications to free up memory. 2. Add more memory. 1.
Table 1 Solving General Problems (continued) System does not power on and the LEDs on the front of the computer are not flashing. Cause Solution System unable to power on. Press and hold the power button for less than 4 seconds. If the hard drive LED turns green, then: 1. Check that the voltage selector, located on the rear of the power supply on some models, is set to the appropriate voltage. Proper voltage setting depends on your region. 2.
Table 2 Solving Hardware Installation Problems A new device is not recognized as part of the system. Cause Solution Device is not seated or connected properly. Ensure that the device is properly and securely connected and that pins in the connector are not bent down. Cable(s) of new external device are loose or power cables are unplugged. Ensure that all cables are properly and securely connected and that pins in the cable or connector are not bent down.
Table 2 Solving Hardware Installation Problems (continued) Power LED flashes Red five times, once every second, followed by a two second pause, and the computer beeps five times. (Beeps stop after fifth iteration but LEDs continue flashing.) Cause Solution Memory is installed incorrectly or is bad. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the DIMMs or the system board, you must unplug the computer power cord before attempting to reseat, install, or remove a DIMM module. 1. Reseat DIMMs. Power on the system. 2.
Interpreting POST Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes If you see flashing LEDs on the front of the computer or if you hear beeps, see the Troubleshooting Guide for interpretation and recommended action.
