HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7100 Software Overview June 2004 Abstract ....................................................................................................................................... 2 Definition of Terms .......................................................................................................................... 2 Operating System Support................................................................................................................
Abstract The purpose of this white paper is to present both an overview of the preinstalled software operating system support along with a brief description of major software components and features. This white paper covers the new HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7100 models, along with a comparison to HP Compaq Business Desktop d530 and Compaq Evo d510. Definition of Terms Preinstalled applications – Applications that are installed in the factory and are ready to use immediately.
– Operating System Support Operating systems preinstalled1 with the dc7100 series include one of the following: • Microsoft Windows© XP Professional with Service Pack 1a (Service Pack 2 when available) • Microsoft Windows XP Home with Service Pack 1a (Service Pack 2 when available) • Operating systems supported2 for the dc7100 series include: • Windows 2000 with Service Pack 4 Operating systems NOT supported but have been tested and documented3 for the dc7100 series include: • Microsoft Windows NT (
Table 1 Windows XP Software Component Version Comparison Windows XP Driver Comparison Name ROM BIOS ROM Firmware for Intel 845G ROM Firmware for Intel 865 (CMT/SFF) ROM Firmware for Intel 865 (USDT) ROM Firmware for dc7100 Audio Drivers ADI AC97 Integrated Digital Audio ATI Radeon Graphics Driver PCI Express (post launch availability) Communications Drivers 3COM 3C905C Drivers for Microsoft Windows XP Agere Systems PCI Soft Modem Broadcomm Drivers for Windows XP and 2000 HP WLAN 802.
Windows XP Driver Comparison Name Q828028 Microsoft Vulnerability within ASN fix Q828741_Cumulative Update_Vulnerability within RPC_DCOM fix Security Update_Vulnerability within Microsoft Windows fix_Q835732 Set Video Refresh rate. Sun Java USB 2.0 for Windows XP USB 2.0 Upgrade for Windows XP (Q810090) USB 2.
Windows XP Driver Comparison Name dc7100 Version d530 Version D510 Version - 3.02 N 2.14 H 6.1.1.48 5.3.4.21 SP19a B2F 5.3.4.21 SP19A A hp.com/go/easy deploy hp.com/go/ssm hp.com/go/easy deploy hp.com/go/ssm hp.com/go/easy deploy hp.
Windows XP dc7100 Softpaqs Name PDF Complete Safety and Comfort Guide - Desktop ZIM SMS Mail dc7100 Version 2.5.15 3.00.3.2 1.00 Preloaded Applications Altiris Deployment Agent for Windows (A Client) - Preload Altiris Local Recovery Diagnostics for Windows - Commercial Norton AntiVirus 2004 5.5 6.00.381 Available at HP.
software updates to make this operating system function. Please refer to the HP white paper Operating System and Device Driver Support for HP Business Desktop Computers, part number 372899-001. ROM BIOS Information Key features of the dc7100 BIOS include: Deployment and manageability - HP BIOS provides several technologies that help integrate the HP Business desktop computer into the enterprise such as PXE, remote configuration, remote control, and F10 Setup support for 12 languages.
common hardware architecture as this reduces image compatibility issues. HP realizes that its customers create their own OS images to incorporate applications and standards for their business. For customers who create their own images it is recommended by HP to begin with the factory preinstalled image as a “base” for the common image. If the file system type or the partition structure is not desirable, HP recommends that you still use the factory preinstalled image to build the common image.
HP Worldwide Web site and download facility Individual drivers and utilities can be downloaded, in the form of SoftPaqs, from the HP Download Facility or from the Web site at http://h18000.www1.hp.com/support/files/ or ftp://ftp.compaq.com/pub/softpaq/. SoftPaqs provide a distribution method for driver and ROM updates and product software enhancements. HP Support Software CD The Support Software CD (SSCD) includes updated drivers and utilities for HP commercial notebook, desktop, and workstation computers.
HP dc7100 PCs feature the Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900. Intel software drivers enable all functionality of the video hardware. Driver support is complemented by a display utility that provides easy access to video settings through the Windows Control Panel. Audio AC97 Audio drivers from Analog Devices are included on the dc7100 enable the sound subsystem to run multimedia applications using Microsoft DirectSound audio capability.
• Network and Internet Connections - Provides definitions and instructions for using network interface controller (NIC) features that are preinstalled on select desktop models. • Troubleshooting - Provides helpful hints and solutions for troubleshooting this series of computers as well as scenarios for possible hardware and software problems. • Safety and Regulatory Information - Provides safety and regulatory information that is compliant with U.S., Canadian, and International regulations.
• Audio • Modem • Wireless LAN • HP Monitor INF • Chipset INF • HP SLP Driver files for Windows XP – Allows a user to immediately use Windows XP without having to activate the operating system with Microsoft • HP Online Crash Analysis File • HP Security Guest account fix HP Specific Applications • HP Help and Support Center for Windows XP • HP Application Installer (for preloaded components) • HP Online EULA for Windows XP • HP Safety and Comfort Guide • HP Technical Support Phonebo
• Set Video Refresh rate • Preinstall Image tag • Run CDC flag for USB devices • Enable MSI extended debug • Power management settings • CVA Reader • INFO.BOM Generator • Online Crash Analysis Utility Examining the Image Contents Begin with the preinstalled image as a base for determining what is installed. If the preinstalled image has already been removed from the hard drive, you may restore using the Restore Plus! CD.
(37) 352304-B2A, 100, MICROSOFT HTML HELP TOPICS FIX - Q811630, VER 1.00, REV A, PASS 1 (38) 352601-006, 100, ASSEMBLY (38.01) 303650-00E, 100, COMMERCIAL EULA, VER 1.00, REV A, PASS 6 (38.02) 307970-00B, 100, WINXP PROFESSIONAL SP1 SBSI, VER 2.00, REV A, PASS 1 (38.03) 317498-00B, 100, DOT NET FOR WINXP, VER 1.10, REV A, PASS 1 (38.04) 340314-00A, 101, WINDOWS XP PROFESSIONAL SP1A INTEGRATED I386, VER 1.00, REV A, PASS 2 (38.05) 340322-00A, 102, WINDOWS XP SP1A PROFESSIONAL OS IMAGE APIC, VER 1.
Figure 1 - Windows XP Help and Support – HP Version Preloaded Components Some software may be preloaded (versus preinstalled). To view a list of preloaded components, you can run HP Software Setup. To run Software Setup, click Start > All Programs > Software Setup. A welcome screen will be displayed followed by a list of preloaded components. From Software Setup, you can select the programs you want to install. The Software Setup application will launch the setup program for any of the components selected.
Figure 2 - Access to HP Software Setup Figure 3 – HP Software Setup Welcome Screen HP Compaq dc7100 Software Overview Whitepaper 17
Figure 4 – HP Software Setup Screen Additional Software HP provides additional software on its PCs which can vary depending on the hardware configuration ordered. The additional software may be pre-loaded, preinstalled or provided on CD with the PC when shipped. Below is a list of additional software that may have shipped on your dc7100 system: • Adobe Acrobat Reader – Adobe® Reader® 6.
as those available today. HP ProtectTools Embedded Security is a hardware security chip, called the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) that integrates the core elements of trust into the subsystem (ships with the HP TPM).
Frequently asked questions Q: How can DVD movies be viewed on Business Desktop dc7100 models? A: Intervideo WinDVD is provided on CD with dc7100 family products equipped with DVD hardware. A softwarebased DVD decoder/player features an easy-to-use interface and allows customers to view DVD video releases. The DVD player is installed from the Setup Software shortcut off of the Windows Start Menu. This application is designed for use with Windows XP and Windows 2000.
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