HP Vectra VLi 8 Manual

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HP Vectra VLi 8 PC
Models and Accessories
Product
Number Hard Drive Video Controller Std. RAM Multi-media LAN OS1
Vectra VLi 8 PC
Models with Intel Pentium II Processor,
100MHz System Bus Speed, and 512 KB Level 2 Cache Memory
HP Vectra VLi 8 PC 400/100 (CPL: 03/99 )
D7941A/T 6.4 GB
IDE Integrated Matrox
MGA-G200 AGP
(8 MB SGRAM
fitted, not
upgradeable)
64 MB
SDRAM
100 MHz
no no W95
D7942A/T 3COM
3C905B-
TX
NT
4.0
WS
D7943A/T 8.4 GB
IDE 32 ✕Max IDE CD-ROM no W95
D7944T 6.4 GB
IDE no NT 4.0
WS
D7945A/T 32 ✕Max IDE
CD-ROM
D8794A no DOS
Vectra VLi 8 PC
Models with Intel Pentium III Processor,
100 MHz System Bus Speed, and 512 KB Level 2 Cache Memory
HP Vectra VLi 8 PC 450/100 (CPL: 03/99 )
D7951A/T 6.4 GB
IDE Integrated Matrox
MGA-G200 AGP
(8 MB SGRAM
fitted, not
upgradeable)
64 MB
SDRAM
100 MHz
no no W95
D7952A/T 3COM
3C905B-
TX
NT
4.0
WS
D7953A/T 8.4 GB
IDE 32 ✕Max IDE CD-ROM no W95
D7954T 6.4 GB
IDE no NT 4.0
WS
D7955A/T 32 ✕Max IDE
CD-ROM

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All model have an integrated full-duplex PCI audio controller.
Supported Accessories
1. Operating system preloaded on these models, as indicated in the table.
2. Channel Assembly Program (CAP) models: Processor speed, hard disk size, and memory is
user defined.
HP Vectra VLi 8 PC 500/100 (CPL: 03/99 )
D7961A/T 6.4 GB
IDE Integrated Matrox
MGA-G200 AGP
(8 MB SGRAM
fitted, not
upgradeable)
64 MB
SDRAM
100 MHz
no no W95
D7962A/T 3COM
3C905B-
TX
NT
4.0
WS
D7963A/T 8.4 GB
IDE 32 ✕Max IDE CD-ROM no W95
Vectra VLi 8 PC
Models with User Defined Processor, Main Memory, and Hard Disk
HP Vectra VLi 8 PC /xxx2(CPL: 03/99 )
D7950E User
defined Integrated Matrox
MGA-G200 AGP
(8 MB SGRAM
fitted, not
upgradeable)
User
defined User defined User defined None
32-MB kit 32-bit SDRAM, 100 MHz non-ECC main memory module D6501A/T
32-MB kit 32-bit SDRAM, 100 MHz non-ECC main memory module
(pack of 20) D6504A/T
64-MB kit 32-bit SDRAM, 100 MHz non-ECC main memory module D6502A/T
64-MB kit 32-bit SDRAM, 100 MHz non-ECC main memory module
(pack of 20) D6505A/T
128-MB, 32-bit SDRAM, 100 MHz non-ECC main memory module D6503A/T
256-MB, 32-bit SDRAM, 100 MHz ECC main memory module D6743A/T
Documentation
User’s Guide Manual Kit D7940A
Product
Number Hard Drive Video Controller Std. RAM Multi-media LAN OS1

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Input Devices
HP Standard Keyboard C4735A
HP Scrolling Mouse C4736A
Video Displays
All current HP Displays (see the HP Vectra Accessory Service Handbook)
Mass Storage
4.3-GB IDE hard disk D8371A
6.4-GB IDE hard disk D8372A
8.4-GB IDE hard disk D8373A
HP 100 MB Atapi II Iomega ZIP drive D6650A
HP 100 MB Atapi II Iomega ZIP drive (pack of 10) D6651A
Multimedia
32✕Max IDE CD-ROM drive (pack of 10) D6656A
32✕Max IDE CD-ROM drive D4384A
Multimedia sound accessory kit (16-bit audio board, cables, and software) -
pack of 10 D5183A
Multimedia sound accessory kit (32✕Max CD-ROM drive, 16-bit audio
board, headphones, cables, and software) D6657A
Data Communications and LAN Adapter Boards
HP 56K V90 PCI Fax Modem D7808A
HP 10/100 3Com 3C905B-TX, 10/100BT Ethernet card D7504A
HP 10/100 3Com 3C905B-TX, 10/100BT Ethernet card (pack of 10) D7505A
HP 10/100 Intel PRO/100+, 10/100BT Management adapter D7506A
HP 10/100 Intel PRO/100+, 10/100BT Management adapter (pack of 10) D7507A
Security
HP Master Pass Key System Kit D6655A
HP Master Pass Key D6658A
HP Locks for Master Pass Key System (pack of 50) D6659A

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System Board, BIOS, and Memory
Processor: Pentium II
or Pentium III SECC2
package with integrated
heatsink and level-2
cache memory.
Main Memory:
Two DIMM sockets which support
up to a maximum of 512 MB.
Install 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB or
256 MB 100 MHz SDRAM modules.
System Board
Switches: See the
table on the next page.

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System Board Switches
BIOS History
For the latest BIOS, the flasher utility program, and the BIOS history refer to the
HP World Wide Web site.
1. System and processor frequency is automatically determined by the type of processor.
2. These options are not yet available in any model of the HP Vectra VLi 8 at the time of
printing. This information is provided for completeness only.
Switch Function Default
1—
RESERVED — Do Not Use Off
2On Crash recovery mode: forces booting in the BIOS boot
block area Off
Off Normal operation
3On Normal operation (keyboard space-bar power-on
enabled) On
Off Disables keyboard power- on
4On Clears User and Administrator passwords Off
Off Normal operation
5On Clears CMOS (to reload the Setup program defaults) Off
Off Normal operation
6-9 — Processor frequency, see the following table —
10 — RESERVED — Do Not Use Off
System Frequency1Switch
Bus 100 MHz Bus 66 MHz 6789
350 MHz22332MHz Off On Off On
400 MHz 2662MHz On Off On On
450 MHz 3002MHz Off Off On On
500 MHz 3332MHz On Off Off On
Reserved 3662MHz Off Off Off On
Reserved 4002MHz On On On Off
Reserved 4332MHz Off On On Off
http://www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport/

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Part Numbers
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1. For optional disk drive information, see the Accessory Service Handbook.
2. Where “xx” is the code for your national keyboard (see the Accessory Service Handbook).
Parts List for HP Vectra VLi 8 PC
Item Description Repl.
Part Number Exchange Part Number
1
not
shown
Box assembly:
a Cover assembly
b Bezel assembly
c Status panel assembly
d Blank filler (5.25 inch)
e Blank filler (3.5 inch)
f CD frame rail
g I/O blank panel
hI/Olocker
i AGP blank panel
j HDD, FDD and CD-ROM cable kit
k Master key lock
l Power supply
m Fan assembly
n Rear bezel
o Floppy disk drive (bezel-less)
pAirflowguide
5064-9152
5064-7470
5064-7471
5064-9129
5042-3073
5042-3086
5002-6213
5002-3841
5002-4795
5002-6211
5064-9135
5064-2645
0950-3472
5064-9149
5064-9127
D2035-60391
tbd
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—
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—
—
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2 Battery type CR2032 1420-0356 —
3 CD-ROM to audio connector cable 5182-1857 —
4Headphones 5182-3552 —
5IDE hard disk drive 1
6.4 GB
8.4 GB
13.5 GB
—
—
—
D8372-69001
D8373-69001
D8435-69001
632 ✕Max IDE CD-ROM drive —D4385-69001
7 Enhanced mouse with scroll/zoom wheel C4736-60101 —
Standard keyboard C4735-603xx2—
Standard keyboard (Japan) C4732-60324 —
Multimedia keyboard C4734-605xx2—
8 Backplane board 5064-7455 —
9 System board See PC’s system board parts list
10 3Com 3C905B-TX LAN board 5064-6787 —
or Intel PRO/100+ LAN board 5064-7434 —
11 3COM Wake on LAN Cable 5183-2769 —
12 Mini NLX board extractor 5064-9114 —

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1. Electronic file available on HP’s Web site.
System Board Parts List for HP Vectra VLi 8 PC
Description Repl.
Part Number Exchange Part Number
System board:
Vectra VLi 8 system board with Matrox
MGA-G200 video controller and audio
subsystem
— D4066-69001
Processors (SECC2 package):
Intel Pentium II 400/100 512KB L2 cache — D7645-69001
Intel Pentium III 450/100 512KB L2 cache — D7946-69001
Intel Pentium III 500/100 512KB L2 cache — D7957-69001
Main memory modules:
1 ✕64-MB, 100 MHz noon-ECC SDRAM D6502-63001 —
Manuals and Documentation for HP Vectra VLi 8 PC
User’s Guide Manual Kit D7940A
Troubleshooting and Upgrade Guide no number1
Technical Reference Manual: hardware and BIOS no number1

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Removing and Replacing the Cover
Removing and Replacing the Cover
Removing the Cover
1Switch off the monitor and PC, disconnect all power cords and any
telecommunication cables.
2If necessary, unlock the cover (with the key) at the rear of the PC.
3Open the rear catches ➊and remove the cover ➋.
4Remove the front panel.
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Replacing the Cover
1Ensure that all internal cables are properly connected and safely
routed.
2Replace the front panel.
3Lower the cover and slide it into position.
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The Label Inside Your PC
The Label Inside Your PC
Inside, your PC contains a label that can be used as a simplified guide
to help you install accessories and replace components.
Shows how to remove
the system board
(step 1 does not apply to
your PC model)
Shows how to
removethehard
disk drive
Shows how to remove
the front drive bay
Shows how to add an
accessory board
Shows how to remove
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Upgrading the Main Memory
NOTE Use only HP memory modules provided for your PC model. The use of
other memory modules is not supported. For information about
supported HP accessories, connect to the web site
www.hp.com/go/vectraaccessories.
You can install up to a total of 512 MB (two 256 MB modules). Main
memory is available in 100 MHz modules of 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 or
256 MB. (Although the 256 MB memory modules are ECC, the ECC
feature is not used by this PC.)
1Remove the PC’s cover (described in this chapter).
2Line up the two side notches correctly and insert the new memory
module. (You can use either slot.)
3Replace the cover (described in this chapter).
Location of Main Memory
(modules can be installed in
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Upgrading and Installing Mass Storage Devices
Upgrading and Installing Mass Storage Devices
Drive Connectors
Internal drives, such as hard disk drives, DVD drives, and CD-ROM
drives, must be connected to data and power cables. When replacing
these drives, ensure you use the correct data and power connectors.
Power Connectors Number Use for
5
(3 devices max.) Hard disk drives, DVD drives,
CD-ROM drives, Zip drives
1Floppy disk drive
CD-ROM, DVD or Zip drive
Floppy drive
2nd hard disk drive
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WhichDataConnectors
to Use There are three data cables inside your PC. Two of these are for IDE
devices.
•An Enhanced Ultra ATA IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) hard
disk drive cable.
For optimum performance, use this cable to connect the Ultra ATA
IDE hard disk drive.
•A second IDE drive cable that supports two IDE devices. If you
install a CD-ROM drive, a DVD drive or a Zip drive, connect it to this
cable.
•The third cable is non-IDE and has one connector for a floppy drive.
Up to three IDE devices can be connected to the system board using
the IDE data cables.
BeforeInstallinganIDE
Hard Disk Refer to the drive’s installation guide to see if you must set jumpers or if
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Upgrading and Installing Mass Storage Devices
Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive
CAUTION Handle the hard disk drive with care. Avoid shocks and violent
movement as this can cause damage to the hard disk drive’s internal
components.
Make sure that you back up your files before you install a hard disk
drive.Refer to youroperating system documentationfor information on
how to do this.
You can replace your PC’s hard disk drive with a larger one. To do this:
1Remove the computer’s cover (described in this chapter).
2Remove the drive’s connectors.
3Remove the retaining screw ➊and slide out the drive tray ➋.
4Loosen the tray’s four screws and remove the old hard drive.
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5Align the new hard drive in the tray (with the correct orientation)
and tighten the screws.
6Replace the drive tray ➊and retaining screw ➋.
7Attach the data and power connectors.
8Replace the cover (described in this chapter).
9Verify the new configuration by checking the HP Summary Screen.
To access the HP Summary Screen, press Esc when the Vectra logo
appears during startup.
NOTE EnsurethatyouhaveinstalledalltherequiredoperatingsystemandHP
drivers on the newly installed drive. To reinstall operating system and
HP drivers, use the Diagnostics & Recovery CD-ROM provided with
the PC. In addition, you can find the most up-to-date versions of HP
drivers on HP’s Web site at: www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport.
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Upgrading and Installing Mass Storage Devices
Installing a Second Hard Disk Drive
CAUTION Handle the hard disk drive with care. Avoid shocks and violent
movement as this can cause damage to the hard disk drive’s internal
components.
Make sure that you back up your files before you install a hard disk
drive.Refer to youroperating system documentationfor information on
how to do this.
You can install a second hard disk drive in the lower front shelf of your
desktop PC.
1Remove the computer’s cover (described in this chapter).
2If there is already a drive installed in the front bay, remove its power
and data connectors (so that you can remove the drive bay).
3Pull out the sliding latch ➊and remove the drive bay ➋.
4Align the new device in the bay (with the correct orientation) and
secure it with the screws provided.
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5Slide the drive bay back into the PC (ensuring the bottom catches
engage properly) and replace the sliding latch.
6Attach all data and power connectors.
7Replace the cover (described in this chapter).
8Verify the new configuration by checking the HP Summary Screen.
To access the HP Summary Screen, press Esc when the Vectra logo
appears during startup.
NOTE EnsurethatyouhaveinstalledalltherequiredoperatingsystemandHP
drivers on the newly installed drive. To reinstall operating system and
HP drivers, use the Diagnostics & Recovery CD-ROM provided with
the PC. In addition, you can find the most up-to-date versions of HP
drivers on HP’s Web site at: www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport.
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Upgrading and Installing Mass Storage Devices
Installing Removable Media Devices
The PC has an integrated Enhanced IDE controller which supports up
to four IDE devices. Removable media IDE devices, such as CD-ROM
drives, DVD drives, tape drives and Zip drives, require front access.
You can install a removable media IDE drive in an empty front shelf.
Refer to the drive’s manual to see if you must set jumpers or if there is
a special installation procedure to follow.
1Remove the computer’s cover (described in this chapter).
2If there is already a drive installed in the front bay, remove its power
and data connectors (so that you can remove the drive bay).
3Pull out the sliding latch ➊and remove the drive bay ➋.
4Align the new device in the bay (with the correct orientation) and
secure it with the screws provided.
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5Slide the drive bay back into the PC (ensuring the bottom catches
engage properly) and replace the sliding latch.
6Attachalldataandpowerconnectors.IfyouareinstallingaCD-ROM
or DVD drive, connect the audio cable too.
7Replace the cover (described in this chapter).
8Verify the new configuration by checking the HP Summary Screen.
To access the HP Summary Screen, press Esc when the Vectra logo
appears during startup.
➋
➊
Audio
Connector
(optional)