HP Z Workstation series User Guide
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About this guide This guide provides setup and troubleshooting information for the HP Z Workstation series.
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Table of contents 1 Locating HP resources ................................................................................................................................... 1 Product information .............................................................................................................................. 2 Product support .................................................................................................................................... 3 Product documentation ..............
4 Setting up the operating system ................................................................................................................. 31 Setting up the Microsoft operating system ......................................................................................... 32 Installing or upgrading device drivers ................................................................................ 32 Transferring files and settings to your Windows workstation ...........................................
Installing an expansion card ............................................................................................................... 53 9 Installing hard disk drives ............................................................................................................................ 55 HDD configuration .............................................................................................................................. 55 Installing a hard disk drive .................................
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1 Locating HP resources This section provides information on the following HP resources for your workstation: Topics Product information on page 2 ● HP Cool Tools ● Regulatory information ● Accessories ● System board ● Serial number and Certificate of Authenticity labels ● Linux Product support on page 3 ● Additional information ● Technical support ● Business Support Center ● IT Resource Center ● HP Service Center ● HP Business and IT Services ● Warranty information Product docume
Product information Table 1-1 Product information Topic HP Cool Tools Location Most HP Microsoft Windows workstations are preloaded with additional software that is not automatically installed during first boot. Additionally, a number of valuable tools on your workstation are preinstalled that may enhance system performance.
Product support Table 1-2 Product support Topic Additional information Location For online access to technical support information and tools, see http://www.hp.com/go/workstationsupport. Support resources include Web-based troubleshooting tools, technical knowledge databases, driver and patch downloads, online communities, and proactive notification services.
Product documentation Table 1-3 Product documentation Topic Location HP user documentation, white papers, and third-party documentation For the latest online documentation, see http://www.hp.com/support/workstation_manuals. These include this User Guide and the Maintenance and Service Guide. Product notifications Subscriber's Choice is an HP program that allows you to sign up to receive driver and software alerts, proactive change notifications (PCNs), the HP newsletter, customer advisories, and more.
Product diagnostics Table 1-4 Product diagnostics Topic ENWW Location Diagnostics tools The HP Vision Field Diagnostics utility can be downloaded from the HP Web site. To use this utility, refer to the appropriate section of the workstation Maintenance and Service Guide. Audible beep and LED code definitions Refer to the appropriate section of the workstation Maintenance and Service Guide for detailed information about beep and Light Emitting Diode (LED) codes applicable to the workstation.
Product updates Table 1-5 Product updates Topic Software, BIOS, and driver updates Location See http://www.hp.com/go/workstationsupport to verify that you have the latest drivers for the workstation. To locate the current workstation BIOS on your Microsoft Windows workstation, select Start>Help and Support>Pick a Task>Use Tools to view...>Tools>My Computer Information>View general system information....
2 Workstation components This chapter describes workstation components and includes these topics: Topics HP Z400 Workstation components on page 7 HP Z600 Workstation components on page 11 HP Z800 Workstation components on page 15 HP Z400 Workstation components This section describes HP Z400 Workstation components, including front and rear panel connectors. For complete and current information on supported accessories and components for the workstation, see http://partsurfer.hp.com.
HP Z400 Workstation chassis components The following figure shows the chassis components of a typical HP Z400 Workstation. Drive configurations can vary.
HP Z400 Workstation front panel components The following figure shows the front panel of a typical HP Z400 Workstation. Drive configurations can vary.
HP Z400 Workstation rear panel components The following figure shows the rear panel of a typical HP Z400 Workstation. Figure 2-3 HP Z400 Workstation rear panel components NOTE: The rear panel connectors are labeled with industry-standard icons and colors to assist in connecting peripheral devices.
HP Z600 Workstation components This section describes HP Z600 Workstation components, including front and rear panel components. For complete and current information on supported accessories and components for the workstation, see http://partsurfer.hp.com.
HP Z600 Workstation chassis components The following image shows a typical HP Z600 Workstation. Drive configurations can vary.
HP Z600 Workstation front panel components The following figure shows the front panel of a typical HP Z600 Workstation.
HP Z600 Workstation rear panel components The following figure shows the rear panel of a typical HP Z600 Workstation. Figure 2-6 HP Z600 Workstation rear panel NOTE: The rear panel connectors are labeled with industry-standard icons and colors to assist in connecting peripheral devices. Table 2-6 HP Z600 Workstation rear panel connectors Item 14 Symbol Description Item Symbol Description 1 PS/2 mouse connector (green) 7 Cable lock slot 2 USB 2.
HP Z800 Workstation components This section describes HP Z800 Workstation components, including front and rear panel components. For complete and current information on supported accessories and components, see http://partsurfer.hp.com.
HP Z800 Workstation chassis components The following image shows a typical HP Z800 Workstation. Drive configurations can vary.
HP Z800 Workstation front panel components The following illustration shows the front panel components of a typical HP Z800 Workstation. Drive configurations can vary.
HP Z800 Workstation rear panel components The following illustration shows the rear panel of a typical HP Z800 Workstation. Drive configurations can vary. Figure 2-9 HP Z800 Workstation rear panel NOTE: The rear panel connectors are labeled with industry-standard icons and colors to assist in connecting peripheral devices.
3 Setting up the workstation This chapter describes how to set up the workstation, and includes these topics: Topics Ensuring proper ventilation on page 19 Setup procedures on page 20 Converting to desktop configuration (Z400 only) on page 22 Adding monitors on page 24 Accessibility on page 30 Security on page 30 Product recycling on page 30 Ensuring proper ventilation Proper ventilation for the system is important for workstation operation.
● Ensure that the ambient air temperature surrounding the workstation falls within the published limit. NOTE: The ambient upper limit of 35 C is only good up to 1524 M (5000 FT) elevation. There is a 1 C per 304.8 M (1000 FT) derating above 1524 M (5000 FT). So, at 3,048 M (10,000 FT), the upper ambient air temperature limit is 30 C. ● For cabinet installation, ensure adequate cabinet ventilation and ensure that the ambient temperature within the cabinet does not exceed published limits.
3. Connect the power cord: Figure 3-3 Connecting the power cord WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment, observe these practices: • Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible. • Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by unplugging the power cord from the computer). • If provided with a three-pin attachment plug on your power cord, plug the cord into a grounded (earthed) three-pin outlet.
Converting to desktop configuration (Z400 only) This workstation can be operated in the mini-tower or the desktop configuration. Follow these steps to convert to desktop configuration operation: NOTE: See the workstation Maintenance and Service Guide for installation details for the following steps. 1. Prepare the workstation for component installation (see Preparing the workstation for component installation on page 43). 2. Remove the front bezel from the workstation. 3.
6. On the back of the front bezel, squeeze the HP logo mounting tabs (1) and press the logo outward (2) as shown in the following figure. Figure 3-6 Rotating the HP logo Rotate the HP logo 90 degrees counterclockwise, and then release the logo and press it back into place in the front bezel. 7. Remove the EMI filler panels and remove the optical disk drive from the chassis. 8.
Adding monitors This section describes how to connect monitors to the workstation. Planning for Additional Monitors All graphics cards provided with HP Z series computers support two simultaneous display monitors (see Connecting the monitors on page 29). Other cards that support more than two monitors are available. The process for adding monitors depends on your graphics card(s) and the type and number of monitors you want to add. Use this process to plan for adding more monitors: 1.
NOTE: HP computers do not support all graphics cards. Make sure a new graphics card is supported before purchasing it. To find out how to list supported graphics cards and get other information, see Finding supported graphics cards on page 26. ◦ The maximum number of monitors that a graphics card supports depends on the card. Most cards provide outputs for two monitors. Some provide four outputs. NOTE: Many graphics cards provide more than two monitor outputs but limit you to using only two at a time.
Finding supported graphics cards To find out more information about graphics cards supported for your computer: 1. Go to: http://www.hp.com/go/workstationsupport 2. Click on the link for your computer in the list of Personal Workstations (for example, HP Z400 Workstation). This opens an information page for your computer. 3. Under the heading, Hot topics for this product, click on Product Overview. This displays an overview page for your computer. 4.
NOTE: HP graphics cards include monitor cable adapters unless otherwise indicated. NOTE: VGA graphics cards have the lowest performance while DisplayPort cards have the highest.
Identifying monitor connection requirements The following are various scenarios for connecting monitors. (See Matching graphics cards to monitor connectors on page 26 for more information about the different graphic cards): ● Graphics card with DisplayPort output — If the workstation has a graphics card with four DisplayPort output receptacles, you can connect a monitor to each receptacle. Use the proper adapters if required.
Connecting the monitors NOTE: HP-supported graphics card typically support at least two monitors, as shown in this section; some supported cards support more monitors. Refer to the graphics card documentation for details. 1. Connect the monitor cable adapters (1) (if required) to the workstation, then connect the appropriate monitor cables to the adapters (2) or directly to the graphics card, as shown in the following figure. Figure 3-8 Connecting the cables to the workstation 2.
Using a third-party graphics configuration utility Third-party graphics cards may include a monitor configuration utility. Upon installation, this utility is integrated into Windows. You can select the utility and use it to configure multiple monitors with your workstation. Refer to your graphics card documentation for instructions on using the monitor configuration utility. NOTE: Some third-party configuration utilities require that you enable the monitors in Windows before using the configuration tool.
4 Setting up the operating system This chapter provides setup and update information for the workstation operating system. It includes these topics: Topics Setting up the Microsoft operating system on page 32 Setting up Red Hat Enterprise Linux on page 33 Setting up Novell SLED on page 34 Updating the workstation on page 34 This chapter also includes information on how to determine that you have the latest BIOS, drivers, and software updates installed on the workstation.
Setting up the Microsoft operating system NOTE: If you ordered a downgrade from Windows 7 or Windows Vista to Windows XP Professional operating system, your system will be preinstalled with Windows XP Professional operating system. With this configuration, you will receive recovery media for the Windows 7 or Windows Vista operating system only.
Setting up Red Hat Enterprise Linux HP offers an HP Installer Kit for Linux (HPIKL) to supplement Red Hat box sets and help HP Linux customers customize their system image. The HPIKL contains the HP driver CD and device drivers to successfully setup up the Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) operating system, The HP Installer Kit for Linux CDs are currently available for download at http://www.hp.com/support/workstation_swdrivers.
Installing and customizing Red Hat-enabled workstations Linux-enabled workstations require the HP Installer Kit and the purchase of a Red Hat Enterprise Linux box set. The Installer kit includes the HP CDs necessary to complete the installation of all versions of the Red Hat Enterprise Linux box set that have been qualified to work on an HP workstation. To use the drivers in the HP Installer kit for Linux other than RHEL, you must manually extract the drivers from the HP Driver CD and install them.
Determining current BIOS To determine the current BIOS of the workstation during system power up: 1. Wait for F10=setup to appear on the lower right corner of the screen. 2. Press F10 to enter the F10 Setup utility. The F10 Setup utility displays the workstation BIOS version under File > System Information. 3. ENWW Note the workstation BIOS version so that you can compare it with the BIOS versions that appear on the HP website.
Upgrading BIOS To find and download the latest available BIOS, which includes the latest enhancements: 1. Go to http://www.hp.com/go/workstationsupport. 2. Select Download Drivers and Software from the left menu column under Tasks. 3. Follow the instructions to locate the latest BIOS available for the workstation. 4. If the BIOS on the Web site is the same as the version on your system, no further action is required. 5.
5 Restoring the operating system This chapter describes how to restore the Windows or Linux operating system. It includes these topics: Topics Restore methods on page 37 Ordering backup software on page 38 Restoring Windows 7 or Windows Vista on page 38 Restoring Windows XP Professional on page 39 Restoring Novell SLED on page 41 Restore methods The Windows 7 or Windows Business Vista operating system can be reinstalled using the HP RestorePlus! process.
Ordering backup software If you cannot create system recovery CDs or DVDs, you can order a recovery disk set from the HP support center. To obtain the support center telephone number for your region see http://www.hp.com/support/contactHP. Restoring Windows 7 or Windows Vista This section describes how to restore Windows 7 or Windows Vista. Ordering the RestorePlus! media If you ordered restore media with your workstation, the media is included with your workstation components.
Restoring Windows XP Professional This section describes how to restore the Windows XP Professional operating system. NOTE: The workstation must have a CD or DVD writer installed to create the media set. Creating RestorePlus! media The RestorePlus! kit can be created using the files contained on the hard drive. To create the restore media: 1. Boot the workstation. 2. During boot up, an HP Backup and Recovery Manager screen is displayed prompting you to create Recovery CDs or DVDs. Select Now. 3.
Creating HP Backup and Recovery (HPBR) media NOTE: HPBR is only supported on Windows XP systems. For details, refer to the documentation on the Supplemental Software - HP Backup and Recovery CD included with the workstation. The documentation can be accessed during installation. The Initial Recovery Point can be burned to optical media and used to recover a system. This section describes making the media. NOTE: The workstation must have a CD or DVD writer to create the media set.
Restoring the operating system CAUTION: Before you restore the operating system, back up your data. When you run RestorePlus! from media, the process deletes all information on the primary hard drive, including all partitions. If you run RestorePlus! from the recovery partition, only the root (C:) partition is affected. Using RestorePlus! To restore with RestorePlus!: 1. Boot the workstation from the RestorePlus! DVD.
NOTE: Make copies of the ISO recovery images on CD as backup files in case your workstation experiences a hard drive failure.
6 Preparing for component installation To facilitate the installation of components, several steps can be taken to prepare the workstation. This section describes how to prepare your workstation for component installation. Disassembly and installation preparation Use the following table to determine the order of workstation disassembly required before installing components. (Your workstation components may be different than those listed.) Table 6-1 Workstation component installation To install... Remove.
Z400 Pull up on the handle (1), slide the cover 1/2-inch toward the rear of the system (2), then rotate the cover off the chassis (3). 4. Z600 Z800 Lift the side access panel handle (1), and remove the side access panel (2). Lift the side access panel handle (1), and remove the side access panel (2). Remove the expansion card clamp or support as shown in the following illustrations, as applicable.
Z400 (optional) Press the airflow guide release latches as shown in the following figure, and guide the airflow guide out of the chassis. Z600 Disconnect the fan cable from the system board (1), press the release tab at the green touch point (2), and then rotate the rear system fan assembly from the chassis (3). Press the release tab at the green touch point (1), and then lift the memory fan assembly from the chassis (2). 6.
7. Remove the HP Z400 Workstation front bezel as shown in the following illustration, if applicable. Lift the release tabs (1), and then rotate the front bezel off the chassis (2).
7 Installing memory This section describes how to add memory to your workstation. Supported memory configurations Refer to the quick specs at http://www.hp.com/go/productbulletin for specific DIMM compatibility information for HP workstations. NOTE: — HP Z Series Workstations support only ECC DIMM Memory. — Do not intermix Unbuffered DIMM Memory with Registered DIMM Memory. The system will not boot and will produce a memory error. — For maximum performance, install the same number of DIMMs per CPU.
Z400 Z600 Z800 4–DIMM supported configurations Supported configurations Supported configurations ● Four DIMM slots ● Six DIMM slots ● Twelve DIMM slots ● Memory configuration from 1 GB to 16 GB ● Unbuffered DIMM memory configuration from 1 GB to 24 GB ● Memory configuration from 1 GB to 192 GB ● Registered DIMM memory configuration from 4 GB to 48 GB 6–DIMM supported configurations ● Six DIMM slots ● Memory configurations from 1GB to 24GB NOTE: Memory configurations greater than 96 G
2. Push gently outward on the DIMM socket levers as shown in the following illustration. (The example shows a HP Z600 Workstation.) Figure 7-1 Opening DIMM socket levers 3. Align the DIMM connector key with the DIMM socket key, and then seat the DIMM firmly in the socket (1) as shown in the following illustration. CAUTION: DIMMs and their sockets are keyed for proper installation. To prevent socket or DIMM damage, align these guides properly when installing DIMMs. Figure 7-2 Seating the DIMM ENWW 4.
Installing the airflow guide (Z400 only) 1. Follow the procedures described in Preparing for component installation on page 43 to prepare the workstation for component installation. 2. Press the power cables, including P1, down toward the system board between the DIMM slots and the internal bay, as shown in the following figure. Figure 7-3 Positioning the chassis cables 3. Set the airflow guide into the chassis. a. Place the edge of the airflow guide (1) between DIMM socket #6 and the CPU heatsink.
4. Route the CPU power cable (P3) through the opening next to the power supply as shown in the following figure. Figure 7-5 Routing the CPU power cable 5. Secure the airflow guide in the chassis. a. Insert the tab on the airflow guide into the slot next to the yellow ODD release lever (1), and then press down as shown in the following figure. Figure 7-6 Securing the airflow guide b.
c. Ensure that the latch on the top of the airflow guide snaps under the edge of the chassis frame as shown in the following figure. Figure 7-7 Securing the airflow guide latch 6. 52 Replace all components that were removed in preparation for component installation.
8 Installing PCI/PCIe devices This section describes how to install a PCI or PCIe card in the workstation. To increase the performance and functionality of your system, PCI/PCIe devices such as graphics cards or audio cards can be installed in the expansion card slots on the workstation. Expansion card slot identification The following table describes the expansion card slots in the HP Z Workstation series.
To install a PCI or PCIe expansion card: 1. Follow the procedures described in Preparing for component installation on page 43 to prepare the workstation for component installation. 2. Align the card keyway with the slot key, and then firmly seat the card in the slot as shown in the following illustration (1). Figure 8-1 Installing an expansion card 3. Close the retention clamp by rotating it downward (2) as shown in the illustration above.
9 Installing hard disk drives This section describes how to install a hard disk drive (HDD) in the workstation. HDD configuration The following table contains hard disk drive installation configuration information. Z400 Z600 Z800 HDD bays are designed to permit easy installation. Data cables are pre-connected in the workstation based on the factory configuration delivered.
Z400 Z600 Z800 Drive and cable configuration Drive and cable configuration Drive and cable configuration The HDD bays are not labeled on the chassis. The HDD bays are labeled 0 (top bay) and 1. The HDD bays are labeled 0 (top bay), 1, 2, and 3. The cables plug into the system board connectors in the following manner: The bays provide two data cables. They are labeled HDD BAY 0, and HDD BAY 1. The bays provide four data cables. They are labeled HDD BAY 0, HDD BAY 1, HDD BAY 2, and HDD BAY 3.
3. Locate the four isolation grommet screws on the chassis. Figure 9-1 Location of the isolation grommet screws 4. Install the four isolation grommet screws as shown in the following figure.
5. If installing a SAS drive, attach a SAS-to-SATA cable adapter to the connector on the SAS hard drive as shown in the following figure. NOTE: SAS Drives require a separate SAS Controller plug-in card. Figure 9-3 Attaching the cable adapter 6. Push the hard disk drive into the selected bay until it snaps into place (1) as shown in the following figure. Figure 9-4 Installing the HDD drive 7.
NOTE: For SATA and SAS HDDs, connect data cables to lower-numbered drive connectors first on the system board (for SATA HDDs) or SAS controller card (for SAS HDDs). To identify hard disk drive connectors, refer to the workstation service label on the side access panel. 8. Replace all components that were removed in preparation for component installation. Installing an HDD in an HP Z600 or Z800 Workstation To install an HDD: 1.
5. Rotate the hard disk drive handle down into its fully open position. Carefully push the drive into its slot until comes to a hard stop (1) as shown in the following illustration. (An HP Z600 Workstation is shown for example.) When the hard disk drive is installed, rotate the drive handle up until it snaps into place, fully securing the drive (2). NOTE: The hard disk drive carrier handle is used as a lever to properly seat the connectors and to securely retain the drive.
10 Installing optical disk drives This section describes how to install an optical disk drive (ODD) in the workstation. Installing an ODD in an HP Z400 Workstation This section describes how to install an optical disk drive in the HP Z400 Workstation in the minitower and desktop configurations. Installing an optical drive (mini-tower configuration) 1. Follow the procedures described in Preparing for component installation on page 43 to prepare the workstation for component installation. 2.
5. Connect the power and data cables to the optical disk drive and system board as shown in the following figure. Refer to the side access panel service label for the location of the SATA connectors. Connect the data cable in the next available connector. Figure 10-2 Connecting ODD power and data cables 6. Replace all components that were removed in preparation for component installation. Installing an optical drive (desktop configuration) 1.
Installing an ODD in an HP Z600 or Z800 Workstation To install an ODD: 1. Follow the procedures described in Preparing for component installation on page 43 to prepare the workstation for component installation. 2. If necessary, lift the optical bay filler tray handle and remove it from the workstation. 3. Lift and hold the green optical drive bay release latch (1) while sliding the drive into the bay (2).
4. Connect the power and data cables to the optical disk drive as shown in the following figure. (An HP Z600 Workstation is shown for example.) Figure 10-5 Connecting ODD power and data cables 5. Connect the optical disk drive data cable to the appropriate and available SATA port on the system board as shown in the following figure (example shows HP Z600 Workstation). NOTE: All HP Z800 Workstation optical disk drives should be connected to either SATA or SAS system board connectors.
Notice for Blu-ray optical drives If you installed a Blu-ray optical drive, note the following: Blu-ray movie playback As Blu-ray is a new format containing new technologies, certain disc, digital connection, compatibility and/or performance issues may arise, and do not constitute defects in the product. Flawless playback on all systems is not guaranteed. In order for some Blu-ray titles to play, they may require a DVI or HDMI digital connection and your display may require HDCP support.
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Index Product updates 6 Web links 4 A Air flow guide Removing 43 B BIOS Determining version Updating 36 35 D Drivers Installing 32 Updating 32, 36 E Expansion card Installing 53 Slot identification 53 Expansion card support Removing 43 Expansion slot cover Removing 43 F Front bezel Removing 43 G Graphics cards Types 26 H Hard drive Configuration 55 Installing 55 Hardware Disassembly 43 HP Backup and Recovery 40 HP resources Locating 1 Product diagnostics 5 Product documentation 4 Product information 2
HP Z600 Workstation front panel 13 HP Z600 Workstation rear panel 14 HP Z800 Workstation 15 HP Z800 Workstation chassis 16 HP Z800 Workstation front panel 17 HP Z800 Workstation rear panel 18 Workstation setup Accessibility 30 Connecting monitors 24 Customizing the display 30 Ensuring proper ventilation 19 Security 30 Setup procedures 20 68 Index ENWW
